 Alice Lee |
Welcome to my vision of sweetness! Dolce is the Italian word for sweet, and what a perfect word to describe the culinary fusion that we have achieved. The Euro Asian inspired bakery brings the sweetness, and the eclectic Italian inspired menu in the café makes it all come together as “Dolce”. Dolce Café & Bakery was established in 2007 as the first café & bakery of its kind in the Inland Empire. The vision came to me during my travels through Europe and New York, as I stopped at the various local cafes and eateries that inspired me to create the unique concept that you see before you today. I created a place where I can share my melting pot of culture, flavors and cuisine with the Inland Empire. Undoubtedly, direction of my support staff under Chef Neri has made my dreams a possibility and together we bring Dolce to you! Having grown up in the restaurant industry with parents that owned many fine-dining restaurants, I am no stranger to the intricacies of restaurant management. I graduated from the USC Marshall School of Business with a double emphasis in Entrepreneurial Studies and Marketing with a strong desire to open my own business. Here I am, 7 years later, with a drive and passion to make my dreams come true. May you “Live Sweetly”…and enjoy all the Dolce has to offer! |
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 Chef Robert Neri |
Chef Robert Neri has been cooking professionally for sixteen years in several varied kitchens and cuisines. He’s worked for New York/ California Restaurant bosses Counterpointe Restaurant Group, the glamorous Wolfgang Puck Inc., corporate conglomerate giants, French fusion bistros, Old World Italian Cafes, Fishhouses, and even braved the world of Asian cuisine & sushi. He cites his mother’s lesson in eggs and potatoes his most important cooking lesson, but gives credit to his past mentor Chef Mario for his hard nosed style, trust & recognition; his past Sushi Chef for giving him a chance, and Anthony Bourdain for his real life take on the gastronomic world. While at Dolce, Chef Neri has incorporated his love of Italian, French, Spanish/Latin & American cuisine to bring familiar and new flavors to those who can truly appreciate it. His staff is managed by his trusted Commis & Cooks that have learned these concepts & recipes to bring out the best in their Chef and Dolce. He is never satisfied with mediocrity or complacent with his present knowledge and his culinary passion will most definitely be apparent on your plate. Buon Appetito! |
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Blackbird Murder, a female lead, 5 piece folk rock band, hails from Southern California. Founded in 2002, the band set out to create a new musical visage using their varying degrees of musical influence. Literary and popular culture allusions blanket the ground for the lyrics, while the titan musical styles of punk, classical and folk battle atop it. Rachel (vocals), Hannah (piano), Jake (guitar), Miles (bass), and BJ (drums) invite you to check out their new album: From The Desert To The Sea (And Everything Between). Also, please check out their website www.blackbirdmurder.com and Myspace www.myspace.com/blackbirdmurder |
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Division of the Scale is a psychedelic, avant garde mesh of art, vision, math & music. It is comprised of Robert Neri, lead & rhythm guitars/lead vox, Scott Cunningham bass & Backing vox, & Chuck Navarro, Drums. They have been together for nine years, playing art venues, showcases & the So Cal Club circuit. Influences include Pink Floyd, Tool, Radiohead, & Nirvana, just to name a few. Nixing the Record label business, Division of the Scale remains a truly viable and artistic force in the Inland Valley and other So Cal areas. |
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GrooveSession, Est. 2005 features brothers Manny & Ronnie Sanchez and partner Sarven Manguiat playing funk to fusion, rock-jam & jazz. GrooveSession were winners in the best jazz category from the 2007 Inland Empire Music Awards but you won’t hear straight ahead in any set this group performs. Dynamics and variety with a hard hitting funky bottom end and guitar that cuts through with passion and precision. The group has opened for Greg Adams of Tower of Power, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band @ The Troubadour, Tea Leaf Green, Jeff Pevar, Melvin Seals, The Radiators, Stanton Moore and Susie Hansen Latin Jazz Band to name a few. The trio finished their first full length studio recorded album "The Flying Burrito" available now. This tasty soul filled genre fused space funk odyssey is sure to have something for everyone that enjoys harmony in life.
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The Royale Garden Dixieland Band had its public debut on January 5, 1997 at the New Orleans Jazz Club of Southern California. They have been variously described as a cross between Bourbon Street and a Las Vegas lounge, but invariably referred to as the band that makes the audience happy. The band is a seven-piece band playing the traditional jazz of the early twentieth century. They play not only the traditional jazz of the early 20th century but also many of the popular tunes of the 1920’s & 30’s. You are always guaranteed a fun time when they perform. For more info, check out www.royale-garden.com |
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Voted best of in four categories for Inland Empire Magazine;
Best New Restaurant Best Weekend Brunch Best Dessert Best Bakery |
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