Scottsdale has a new gelateria, and it just might serve the most authentic scoop this side of the Atlantic. Allora Gelato, located off Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard, opened its doors two months ago, following a dream that owner Lalo Fuentes has had since trying gelato in Rome in 2005.

“The main reason that we chose the name of Allora is because it means 'back when,'” Fuentes says. “What we're trying to do is offer you the art of gelato the same way that it was done back when — 150 years ago.” The shop is nonetheless filled with modern touches. When you walk into the cozy, 575-square-foot space, your first stop is an iPad to select your portion size.