About Us
Events by Dolce is a new event venue for the community, but our history dates back to 2007. Our humble beginnings as Dolce started as a casual eatery, gaining a reputation as the local hotspot for weekend mimosa brunches, specialty burgers, delicious cakes, and a wide variety of craft beers. Over the years, we became a beloved fixture in the community.
In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic shifted our perspective. After a three-year hiatus, we are thrilled to return as Events by Dolce, our final evolution. Our original 3,000 sq ft dining space has been redesigned into a full-service event venue, offering all the in-house amenities to make your event planning as effortless as possible.
Four Decades of Experience
With Dolce’s original Chef Partner, Irene Rodriguez-Cross, leading the way with her award-winning cuisine, and our original founder, Alice Lee, at the helm, we bring over four decades of intimate knowledge and experience in this exact location to make your next event unforgettable.
Chef Irene Rodriguez-Cross began her culinary journey at a young age, experimenting with recipes in her own kitchen and learning the fundamentals of cooking from inspirational role models such as Julia Child, Thomas Keller, and Anthony Bourdain. She attended the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, where she fine-tuned her skills under the guidance of world-renowned chefs.
Alice Lee graduated with a BS in Business Management from the University of Southern California and began her finance career in 2001. She thrived in the rapid growth of the early 2000s economy and received numerous accolades for her success. However, growing tired of the rat race, she embarked on an entrepreneurial journey, formulating an ambitious plan to open an 8,000 sq ft bakery and café.
Alice dedicated her time to researching the industry, working at award-winning eateries, and honing her business management skills. With tenacity and the support of her family, she opened Dolce Café and Bakery in 2007, the first concept of its kind in the Inland Empire. Dolce has since been featured in multiple news articles, won acclaim from esteemed food critics, and gained a reputation as the best gastropub and bakery in the Inland Empire. After years of learning and perfecting her life’s work, Alice is proud to present Events by Dolce, where we create life’s sweet memories.