Under the Hood: From Italy to Lake Highlands - MoMo Italian Kitchen

In our very first “Under the Hood” episode—a new monthly series where we go behind the scenes of East Dallas’ most beloved restaurants—Camille and Rich sit down with Wende Stevenson and Aaron Goss, the powerhouse duo behind MoMo Italian Kitchen in Lake Highlands.

This isn't just another Italian spot. MoMo is built on the legendary recipes of Fernanda Gosetti—known as the Julia Child of Northern Italy—and brought to Dallas by her son, Antonio Gattini, back in the 1980s.

Wende actually got her start working for Antonio decades ago. Now, alongside Aaron, she’s carrying on the tradition with love, pasta, and a whole lot of neighborhood pride. From working in iconic Dallas restaurants to owning one of the city’s true culinary gems, this episode is all about legacy, passion, and the power of a good plate of pasta.

Welcome to the table.

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