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Dominick DiBartolomeo is an American entrepreneur and specialty foods expert, best known as the owner of both The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills and Domenico's Foods. He has appeared in numerous food and lifestyle publications for his contributions to the artisanal food scene in Los Angeles.

Before acquiring The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, DiBartolomeo founded Domenico’s Foods, an artisanal food company known for its pastas, pestos and sauces. Based in Los Angeles, Domenico’s Foods has supplied Italian staples to fine dining restaurants, gourmet retailers and farmers markets across California.https://voyagela.com/interview/hidden-gems-meet-dominick-dibartolomeo-of-the-cheese-store-of-beverly-hills

DiBartolomeo’s background and entrepreneurial path were highlighted in a feature by VoyageLA, where he discussed his Italian American roots, passion for cooking and path from long-time employee of The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills to store owner.https://voyagela.com/interview/hidden-gems-meet-dominick-dibartolomeo-of-the-cheese-store-of-beverly-hills

In 2022, DiBartolomeo acquired The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, a long-standing culinary institution originally founded in 1967. He purchased the business from longtime proprietor Norbert Wabnig and led the store through a significant revitalization. This included a relocation to a new, larger space just a few blocks from the original location and the introduction of expanded offerings including curated cheeses, housemade pastas and gourmet sandwiches.{{cite web | url=https://la.eater.com/2022/6/2/23152404/beverly-hills-cheese-store-new-owner-dominick-dibartolomeo-norbert-wabnig | title=The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills Has New Ownership for the First Time in 44 Years | date=2 June 2022 }}

Under DiBartolomeo's direction, the store became a destination for both European imports and California-made products. His vision emphasized preserving the shop’s heritage while modernizing it for a new generation.{{cite web | url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/andywang/2023/09/26/how-the-new-cheese-store-of-beverly-hills-became-a-sandwich-sensation | title=How the New Cheese Store of Beverly Hills Became a Sandwich Sensation | website=Forbes }}

The store is also personally meaningful to DiBartolomeo, as it was where he first met his wife, Aggie. Their relationship began during a chance encounter at the store and was later featured in a video detailing their story.{{cite web | url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qft7gLvOubs | title=Welcome to the Cheese Store of Beverly Hills | website=YouTube | date=27 May 2022 }}

DiBartolomeo has been featured in publications such as Forbes,{{cite web | url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/andywang/2023/09/26/how-the-new-cheese-store-of-beverly-hills-became-a-sandwich-sensation | title=How the New Cheese Store of Beverly Hills Became a Sandwich Sensation | website=Forbes }} Eater LA,{{cite web | url=https://la.eater.com/2022/6/2/23152404/beverly-hills-cheese-store-new-owner-dominick-dibartolomeo-norbert-wabnig | title=The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills Has New Ownership for the First Time in 44 Years | date=2 June 2022 }} Michelin Guide,{{cite web | url=https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/features/michelin-guide-beverly-hills-cheese-store | title=How This Beverly Hills Institution Brings the Cheese to MICHELIN Star Spots }} Modern Luxury Angeleno, Los Angeles Magazine, KCRW’s Good Food,{{cite web | url=https://www.kcrw.com/culture/shows/good-food/the-bear-season-2-ai-cookbooks-gelato-cheese-store/cheese-store-of-beverly-hills-dominick-dibartolomeo | title=The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills has a new owner and brand new space | date=21 July 2023 }} and The Washington Post.https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2024/09/26/sweet-spicy-stuffed-pepper-pasta He was the subject of a profile in Reporter Gourmet highlighting his transition from food entrepreneur to luxury retailer.{{cite web | url=https://reportergourmet.com/en/news/5697-from-businessman-to-cheese-king-dominick-di-bartolomeo-now-sells-at-gucci-osteria3-08-21-115352 | title=Leaving the Corporate World to Become a Cheese Monger, Now Selling Cheeses at Gucci Osteria: 'Michelin-Starred Chefs Use My Products' | date=22 August 2023 }}

He also co-hosts the podcast Industry Only at The Cheese Store, where he interviews prominent figures in the food industry. In 2024, he interviewed Wolfgang Puck in one of the show’s premiere episodes.{{cite web | url=https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/industry-only-at-the-cheese-store/id1743689054 | title=Industry Only at the Cheese Store }}

DiBartolomeo lives in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter. In addition to running The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, he continues to operate Domenico’s Foods. He is recognized for his expertise in international cheeses, charcuterie and fine specialty goods, and his commitment to elevating artisanal food experiences for consumers across Southern California.