Chef Anna brings more than 25 years of experience in authentic Italian cuisine, from traditional hotel kitchens in Rome to private dining and culinary instruction in Southern California. Trained in classic Roman cooking, she specializes in handmade pasta, regional Italian recipes and seasonal menus inspired by Italy’s rich culinary heritage. As a private chef and instructor, Chef Anna has hosted countless cooking classes and immersive dining experiences, sharing both time-honored techniques and the stories behind each dish. Known for her warm hospitality and attention to detail, she creates memorable experiences that transport guests to the heart of Italy.
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WHAT YOU’LL DO
Shape your own potato gnocchi from scratch, build a red meat sauce and finish with affogato al caffè.
Master the craft of potato gnocchi from scratch in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Anna. Light, pillowy and deeply satisfying to make, gnocchi is one of Italy's most rewarding pasta techniques – and this session breaks it down step by step so you leave knowing exactly how to recreate it at home.
The class opens with a shared charcuterie spread before moving into the kitchen. You'll boil, rice and season the potatoes, bring the dough together with minimal handling and shape each piece before simmering them in a rich red meat sauce built from scratch. The class closes with an affogato al caffè – espresso over gelato, the simplest and most Italian of finales. Book this gnocchi class today.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.
Your Menu
Charcuterie of Italian Meats and Cheeses
With prosciutto, salami, Provolone, aged cheddar, crackers and fresh vegetables
Gnocchi With a Red Meat Sauce
With potatoes, tomatoes and ground beef
Affogato al Caffè
With espresso and vanilla or hazelnut gelato
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
No prior cooking experience needed
All ingredients and equipment are provided
Dietary accommodations available upon request
Private classes available for groups and special events
Chef Anna brings more than 25 years of experience in authentic Italian cuisine, from traditional hotel kitchens in Rome to private dining and culinary instruction in Southern California. Trained in classic Roman cooking, she specializes in handmade pasta, regional Italian recipes and seasonal menus inspired by Italy’s rich culinary heritage. As a private chef and instructor, Chef Anna has hosted countless cooking classes and immersive dining experiences, sharing both time-honored techniques and the stories behind each dish. Known for her warm hospitality and attention to detail, she creates memorable experiences that transport guests to the heart of Italy.
Anna & Paola taught us gluten-free gnocchi. They are fantastic teachers and spending time with them is an absolute delight! What we made came out perfectly & delicious, and the appetizer & dessert that they brought were also wonderful. Can't wait to take another class from them!!
Nikki R.
We made gnocchi. I'm excited to try it at home. So easy & delicious. We had a fantastic night. Two families, lifelong friends. Our college kids are all home together for just a short bit & they wanted to do something different than the typical dinner at a restaurant. They wanted an experience. And we had a blast. Such a great night.
Linda K.
Gnocchi. Anna is welcoming, kind, warm and Paula is talented, patient and so encouraging. Our group of 4 enjoyed working with Anna and Paula. We had fun learning the art of gnocchi, I'm hoping to make it with my kids in the next couple of days.
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Gabriela L.
Booked the class
Ravioli From Scratch: The Italian Way
with Chef Anna
in Los Angeles (Woodland Hills)
My friends and I celebrated a bachelorette party by taking a ravioli class with chef Anna. She was amazing! Attentive, patient, wonderful energy and showed us step by step how to create delicious ravioli from scratch. Even those of us that were nervous about it, enjoyed every part of the experience. Would do this again!
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Reviews Chef Anna received outside of Cozymeal
Deborah
Annalisa and Paola are the most talented chefs of true Italian cooking and they make it fun and easy to learn how to cook on your own. Fettucine is one of my favorite pasta dishes and the tricks of the trade are
accessible with room for one's own creativity. Moreover, their class is relaxing and filled with Italian charm. It was a great value for my money and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others looking to expand their cooking horizons.
Marta
I had such an amazing experience at this cooking class! From the very beginning, the atmosphere was warm, fun, and welcoming. The instructors were not only incredibly knowledgeable and professional, but also genuinely kind and passionate about what they do. They explained every step clearly, shared useful tips and little secrets, and made everyone feel comfortable, even beginners.
What made this experience truly special was the energy of the group: lots of laughter, great conversations, and a relaxed environment where you could really enjoy learning and cooking together. The ingredients were fresh, the recipes delicious, and at the end we got to enjoy an incredible meal that we were actually proud to have prepared ourselves.
It was much more than just a cooking class — it felt like spending time with friends while discovering new skills and flavors. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone visiting the area or simply looking for something fun, authentic, and memorable to.
Laura
We loved it. We look forward to doing this again. Lovely hostesses and the cutest little sous chef. Food was delicious.
Dani
Got this as a present for an anniversary gift and our friends LOVED it! Could not say enough nice things about the experience.
Thank you so much for making this such a wonderful gift. Would absolutely recommend
Nathalie
The dedication that Chef Annalisa and Chef Marcella put into their cooking classes is truly inspiring. When you join one of their delightful cooking classes you are transported to Rome for an authentic Italian experience. But it doesn't end there: the location is absolutely stunning and conveys a genuine European vibe, making you feel like you've just taken off for a quick vacation from your everyday life. Couldn't recommend more!
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