Meet Nicole, our new Pastry Chef.

GelatoLove Team Spotlight

Nicole Hovan Pastry Chef.

Nicole Hovan is a certified culinary arts professional with ten years plus of experience in the hospitality industry. She joined the GelatoLove Family in August and she became the artist behind our latest sweet creations.

Passionate about Italian Food and Desserts, Nicole learned to love Artisan Gelato throughout her extended travel in Italy. She got her University Degree in Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona, Class of 2017. Continually looking to expand her knowledge and skill sets, Nicole loves challenging herself to learn and grow in areas she has yet to conquer. 

As a new Dessert Creative Director Nicole is magnifying our Homemade Gelato and Dessert offerings through the First Independent Online Dessert Platform available in Southern California. You can now find Custom Made Cakes, Italian Desserts, Cookies, Homemade Gelato and other specialties by clicking on GelatoLove Online Store or visiting our Carlsbad Village Location.