Ale Gambini

Alessandra "Ale" Gambini
(Milan, Italy, 1971 - Irvine, California, 2024)

Alessandra "Ale" Gambini was an Italian food writer, cookbook author, recipe developer, and culinary instructor based in Los Angeles. Renowed for her authentic approach to Italian cuisine, she shared her deep knowledge and passion as an IICCT Certified Chocolate Taster, Worldchefs Accredited Tea Master, and brand ambassador for Matilde Vicenzi.

Born and raised in Milan, Ale learned to cook from her beloved grandmother, Nonna Fernanda, whose recipes and values shaped the heart of her culinary philosophy. In 2013, she launched her blog Bread Love and Dreams, later rebranded as A Queen in the Kitchen-a digital home for authentic Italian recipes and travel stories that earned her international recognition and a devoted following.

Her award-winning web series, including A Queen in the Kitchen, Baking Bread, and A World of Sweets, received multiple honors at the Taste Awards in Hollywood, where she was later inducted into the Hall of Fame (Class of 2023).

Ale was also a beloved cooking instructor at the Italian Cultural Institute of Los Angeles, Eataly USA, and LA Food Bowl, inspiring students to cook with joy, patience, and authenticity.

Her creativity, grace, and generosity touched countless lives, and her passion for Italian culture continues to inspire home cooks around the world.

Ale's legacy is carried forward through the Tiramisù Club California, founded in her honor, and through the ongoing work of her husband and producer, Maurizio de Togni, who continues to preserve her spirit and creative vision-keeping her voice, channels, and cultural mission alive through her posthumous book, A World of Tiramisù, soon to be released worldwide.

"Don't stop chasing your dreams." - Ale Gambini