Gelateria Dondoli

Top choice in San Gimignano


Think of it less as ice cream, more as art. Former gelato world champion Sergio Dondoli is known for creations including Crema di Santa Fina (saffron cream) gelato and Vernaccia sorbet. His creations are so delicious that some devotees even sign up for a two-hour gelato-making workshop (www.dondoligelatoclass.com, price on application).


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