Sometimes, we can’t contain our excitement about the vendors we work with at Mendocino Farms. We want to tell everyone about how wonderful a company’s products are.

Dolce Forno Bakery, the newest addition to Celestino Drago’s group of restaurants and catering operations, is exactly one of these vendors. And, lucky for us, even though Dolce Forno’s initial plan was to a have a retail location only, their bread was in such high demand by Los Angeles’ food service industry, they’ve expanded their service to restaurants and hotels.

At Mendo, we use Dolce Forno’s breads for our sandwiches. We’re crazy about their Ciabatta, Buckwheat and Rustic White – all of which are a collaboration from kitchen geniuses, our very own Chef Judy and Dolce’s Chef Gavin. The breads are designed to be crusty on the outside and spongy and soft on the inside. Just the way we like it! You’ll seriously be blown away by the difference good bread makes – you’ll be compelled to drive straight to their bakery in Culver City.

In addition to the breads, we also offer their baked goods, like the chocolate tarts and mini Italian cookies, which are always on our Dessert Platter. And we’re head over heels in love with the cookies and the brownies. Actually, these items are made from Chef Judy’s special recipes, all of which are semi-secret. Our favorites are the chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, oatmeal chocolate chip and white chocolate chip with macadamia nuts and dried cranberries. We sell the cookies every day, so come over ASAP to treat yourself!

All of Dolce Forno’s products are available at the bakery in Culver City and at the retail counter at Enoteca Drago in Beverly Hills. Just a note: the Culver City spot is more like a production place. So, while the notion of chic, sexy bakery is appealing, this visit will definitely fall more under the category of “fun adventure.” Enjoy!

Dolce Forno
3828 Willat Avenue
Culver City, CA 90232
310.280.6004
www.dolcefornobakery.com

Enoteca Drago
410 North Canon Drive
Beverly Hills, CA
310.786.8236
www.celestinodrago.com