Dolce Darling

Gelato Cart
5 out of 5 stars and 6 reviews
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$750 starting price
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Annette Bonacci
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Dolce Darling is an ice cream cart based in Richmond, VA. The business exists so you have ice cream wherever and whenever you want it! We are equipped to provide service for your affogato bar or sundae funday, and customized packages are available. Owner and operator Annette Bonacci began working in the wedding industry as an event coordinator in 2021. Since then, she has been passionate about helping couples add an authentic touch to their long-awaited event with delicious ice cream goodies. In addition, Dolce Darling caters to all kinds of special occasions, including birthdays, corporate events, wedding showers, and anniversaries. Dolce Darling offers a range of customizable packages for wedding celebrations. These comprehensive packages include setup, breakdown, attendants, and supplies. Packages start at $7.50pp with a minimum of $750.
Woman-owned Business
+2 years in business
Speaks English
1 team members

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Couples usually spend $1,300
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Cakes & Desserts
Other Desserts
Dietary Options
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Vegan
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Annette Bonacci
Owner
I started my journey in the wedding industry in the Spring of 2021. After coordinating roughly 60 weddings, I realized something was missing from these events. That something was ice cream! A few short months later, Dolce Darling burst on the scene! Our mission is to help you build memories by bringing something fun and unique to events that are special to you. I love to incorporate new ideas so please inquire about other delicious desserts!

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5.0

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6 reviews
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Dolce Darling is a highly recommended wedding venue for its exceptional service and delicious gelato offerings. Annette, the owner, is praised for her caring and accommodating nature, going above and beyond to create a unique and perfect experience for clients. Guests were impressed by the cute cart set-up and unique toppings, expressing their desire to hire Dolce Darling for future events. Annette's professionalism, responsiveness, and delicious treats make Dolce Darling a standout addition to any party or wedding.
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7/08/2024
Annette is as lovely and sweet as her delicious ice cream! We hired Dolce Darling for my daughter and son's joint 3 and 6 year old birthday party with around 40 guests. The party was supposed to be outside at a park, but with last minute dreary weather, we ended up having to move the time and location. Even though she had another event that evening, she was so flexible with us and still showed up on time and with all of the awesome toppings and ice cream! She even bought stickers to add to the ice cream cups that went with our party theme :) All of my guests were so impressed by the Dolce Darling ice cream cart and expressed wanting to hire her for their next event. I certainly will be!
response 08/04/2024
Lauri - can you please have a party every weekend and bring Dolce Darling!! We can not tha...
nk you enough for letting us be a part of your event! Your friends and family made us feel right at home, not like a vendor you hired. We are always happy to adjust when things don't work out as planned and we wouldn't have missed the kids celebrating their special day for a little rain!
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8/04/2024
Dolce Darling was one of the highlights of our wedding reception! Our guests raved about the gelato and the freshly piped cannolis. From our first conversation with Annette, we felt how much she cares about providing her clients with a special experience. She was so excited to be a part of our wedding and went above and beyond to make everything perfect! Her cart set up is super cute, and she has so many fun ideas to make your event unique. We want to throw more events just so we can use Dolce Darling again and again!
response 08/04/2024
Lauren, thank you for these sweet words! I knew how much Italy meant to you and Mark after...
our very first conversation! The excitement of your wedding was building after that conversation and I knew Dolce Darling had an opportunity to bring a little extra Italian flair. With the help of Instagram, freshly piped cannoli's was just what was needed along with the gelato and affogatos. I will never forget your wedding, your generosity, how happy you and Mark were celebrating your love with people that mean so much to you. I can't thank you enough for putting your trust in me and my small business on such an important day! I look forward to future events in the future!
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7/02/2024
Annette at Dolce Darling is an incredible affogato artist, gelato gal, coordinator, and one of my favorite friendors in the wedding game. She’s a team player who arrives early, stays late, continually goes the extra mile, and cares deeply about this beautiful business she’s built, and you, her client! I have booker her now for two weddings, my own daughter’s birthday and referred her to countless friends because she (and her yummy affogato and gelato) are just that good! Book her- you won’t be sorry and your guests will thank you! Ps how cute is her setup!?! The cart! The Umbrella! Even the adorable toppings- it’s so fun and just darling!
response 08/04/2024
Jami, where to start!! You and Our Curated Design are the reason I am in this wedding game...
and I can't be more thankful to you for introducing me. From the moment I told you about my idea for a gelato cart, you already had me booked. My cart wasn't even ordered yet!! It pushed me to jump in with both feet and do the dang thing and for that, I am grateful. I can't wait for all of our future events together!
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6/22/2024
Awesome customer experience ! Make sure you are satisfied, no matter what? Will go out of her way to ensure satisfaction!
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6/22/2024
Annette is amazing. Great communication and super responsive. Her cart is so cute and the gelato is even better. Highly recommend!!
response 08/04/2024
Melissa we are so appreciative of the kind words! We take pride in our communication and b...
elieve that transfers over to our performance at events. We want all our clients to feel this way! We can't wait to see you at our next event!
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6/12/2024
Dolce darling is the best addition to any party, wedding or event. The treats are delicious. The set up is so aesthetic. Annette is so kind and professional. Our neighbors still talk about the affogatos at my party! It was so fun. I recommend her all the time and can’t wait to watch her expand and serve more people! Dolce darling will most definitely elevate your event and leave guests talking!!
response 08/04/2024
Katie, thank you for the kind words and thank you for hiring us again for your daughter's ...
birthday party since writing this review! You allowed us to be creative with our menu and try things we haven't done before. I enjoyed watching the kids make their ice cream sandwiches and we know the sgroppino's were a hit with the adults! We learned they don't have to be made with the lemon sorbet, raspberry is even more delicious. We are excited for the next event!!

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