"The humble Gelateria Alaska is just as laid-back as its neighborhood: Santa Croce, on the edge of Venice. But don’t let the mellow vibe and dressed-down appearance fool you: Despite the sun-bleached striped awning and cartoonish gelato statue, this take-away gelato parlor holds its own with bold flavors and generous scoops. Artichoke, ginger, celery are not part of a farmers' market shopping list. Here, they’re gelato flavors. For those with a less adventurous palette, the classics like gianduia and seasonal fruit flavors are dense, creamy, and reliably good." - Jenna Scatena