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Alessandra “Ale” Gambini

Ale Gambini

Alessandra “Ale” Gambini (1971-2024) was a SoCal-based Italian food writer, cookbook author, recipe developer, host in online food programs, Italian brand ambassador (Matilde, Vicenzi), cooking instructor, IICCT certified chocolate taster, and a WorldChefs Accredited Tea Master.

Born and raised in Milan, she learned how to cook and love good food from her beloved grandmother, Nonna Fernanda.

Her online food and travel series, A Queen in the Kitchen – Estate Italiana, has been awarded with the prestigious TASTE Award. She has also been inducted into The TASTE Awards Hall of Fame class 2022/2023.

Recipes

A “Thousand Layer” Christmas Cake

Our "Dolce Queen" Ale Gambini shares a sweet & tart Christmas cake of candied cherries and 1,000 layers.

December 23, 2023
Recipes

Ovis Mollis Cookies Are Your Thanksgiving Dolce

Our "Dolce Queen" shares a recipe for Ovis Mollis cookies, a unique Thanksgiving dessert that is both delicate and crumbly.

November 20, 2023
Recipes

Apple Crumb Cake

Appetito's "Dolce Queen" Ale Gambini shares a delectable apple crumb cake dessert perfect for autumn.

August 31, 2023
Recipes

Sicilian Coconut Granita to Beat the Summer Heat

Appetito's "Dolce Queen" Ale Gambini shares the recipe for coconut granita, a semi-frozen Sicilian dessert that's perfect for cooling down or as a quick pick-me-up.

June 13, 2023
Features

Dark Chocolate and Coffee Mousse

May 4, 2023
Recipes

Tortelli di Carnevale Recipe

February 19, 2023