Following the opening of Gemelli’s new location in Biltmore Village in late April, owner and Chef Anthony Cerrato opens Affogato, a gelato and espresso cafe located within Gemelli. The little sister concept is open during daytime hours, 9am – 3pm, Thursday Tuesday. Customers can enjoy Counter Culture coffee and espresso drinks, served hot or iced, in addition to baked goods and artisanal Italian gelato.
Gelato flavors rotate, but staples include vanilla, vegan vanilla, chocolate, Sicilian pistachio, and strawberry cheesecake.
Photo by Andy Lukacs-Ormond
Affogato has partnered with Lost Mountain Bakery for its sweet and savory baked goods. The Asheville-based artisan bakery specializes in naturally leavened breads and French viennoiserie made with local Carolina Ground Flour and European flours. The rotating selection includes cornettos and other Italian pastries, muffins, biscotti, and savory, flaky handhelds.
The namesake Affogato is a classic Italian treat. Bitter, hot espresso served over cold, sweet vanilla gelato delivers a delicious sensory experience in a cup.
In addition to coffee and espresso drinks, guests can also enjoy a Matcha Latte, grab-and-go Galvanina organic Italian sodas, canned Italian beer, mini mimosa and bellini bottles, and other craft NA beverages.
LUNCH COMING!
Looking ahead, Affogato plans to offer lunch in the near future, offering vegetarian and meat, gluten-free focaccia sandwiches, salads, and the Gemelli Burger.
ABOUT GEMELLI
Inspired by the Cerrato family’s Italian heritage, Gemelli crafts house-made pasta and New Italian American dishes, including vegan and gluten-free options. Every dish is prepared from scratch and cooked to order. Gemelli (pronounced juh-MEL-lee) is a playful, intertwined pasta whose name means “twins” in Italian. It’s also an ode to owner and Chef Anthony Cerrato’s twin daughters and a celebration of bringing flavors and people together. The kitchen is helmed by Executive Chef Gabe Cerrato (Anthony’s son) and Chef de Cuisine, Chuck Baudendistle.
Gemelli
Thursday-Tuesday, 4-9 p.m.
Website: https://gemelli.restaurant/
Affogato
Thursday-Tuesday, 9am – 3pm
Website: https://gemelli.restaurant/affogato
Both located at: 28 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, NC 28803 • 828.565.6111