ICE Presents: Della Gossett

Why It Matters

Gossett’s leadership at a flagship restaurant shapes high‑end pastry standards and mentors the next generation of chefs, reinforcing the market’s demand for innovative desserts. Her visibility also highlights the growing prominence of women leaders in the culinary world.

Key Takeaways

• Della Gossett leads Spago Beverly Hills' pastry program since 2012
• Won Quady Wine & Dessert Pairing Competition while at Atlas
• Earned Silver Medal at 2012 World Pastry Championship
• Member of Les Dames d’Escoffier and Women Chefs & Restaurateurs

Pulse Analysis

Della Gossett’s career trajectory reads like a masterclass in modern pastry. After honing her craft at Trio in Evanston and earning a win at the Quady Wine and Dessert Pairing Competition at Atlas, she spent nearly a decade shaping desserts at the iconic Charlie Trotter’s. Her transition to education at The French Pastry School allowed her to codify techniques that blend classic French foundations with contemporary American flavors, a blend that now defines Spago Beverly Hills’ dessert menu.

At Spago, Gossett has elevated the restaurant’s sweet offerings into a showcase of seasonal creativity and technical precision. Under her direction, the pastry team experiments with locally sourced ingredients, integrating trends like plant‑based confections and hyper‑local sourcing while maintaining the brand’s signature elegance. This approach resonates with affluent diners who seek both luxury and authenticity, reinforcing Spago’s position in the competitive fine‑dining landscape and driving higher per‑cover dessert sales.

Beyond the kitchen, Gossett’s involvement with Les Dames d’Escoffier and Women Chefs & Restaurateurs amplifies her impact on industry diversity and mentorship. Her accolades, such as the 2012 World Pastry Championship silver medal, provide aspirational benchmarks for emerging chefs. As the pastry sector embraces sustainability, technology, and inclusive leadership, Gossett’s blend of competition pedigree, educational outreach, and executive experience makes her a pivotal figure shaping the future of upscale pastry in the United States.

Original Description

Join us for a pastry demo with Della Gossett, Executive Pastry Chef at Spago Beverly Hills. This is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s leading talents, and gain professional insight into the world of fine pastry.

About Della Gossett:

Della Gossett holds a B.A. in Arts Education and Painting from the University of Illinois and began her pastry career at Trio in Evanston, working with Gale Gand and Shawn McClain. She later worked in New York at Atlas, where she won the Quady Wine and Dessert Pairing Competition.

Gossett spent nearly a decade as pastry chef at the acclaimed Charlie Trotter’s before teaching at The French Pastry School. In 2012, Wolfgang Puck recruited her to lead the pastry program at Spago Beverly Hills. She is a member of Les Dames d’Escoffier and Women Chefs and Restaurateurs, and earned a Silver Medal at the 2012 World Pastry Championship.