Treat yourself to a handcrafted meal with rustic flavors and homey comforts.
Let this private chef experience wrap you in the warmth of Nonna’s kitchen, where comforting Italian flavors are served. Chef Maria will craft a deliciously authentic menu packed with traditional favorites.
You'll indulge in classic bruschetta, topped with juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil. Then, savor golden chicken Milanese, perfectly breaded and pan-fried, served alongside herb-roasted potatoes and tender zucchini. For dessert, you'll take a bite out of a comforting slice of Italian apple cake, where rustic flavors taste like home. No prep, no cleanup — just sit back, sip some wine and enjoy every bite.
Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to accompany the menu, and may request pairing recommendations from the chef upon booking.
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 cannot be made during the event.
With a passion for culinary invention and a flair for hearty Italian cuisine, Chef Maria brings decades of education and experience to every dish she creates. Known for her vibrant and engaging approach, she specializes in crafting custom menus for catered events that leave a lasting impression. Whether she’s teaching others the magic of cooking or preparing exquisite meals, Chef Maria infuses every experience with creativity and love. Join her in the kitchen to discover how deliciously transformative cooking can be!
Treat yourself to a handcrafted meal with rustic flavors and homey comforts.
Let this private chef experience wrap you in the warmth of Nonna’s kitchen, where comforting Italian flavors are served. Chef Maria will craft a deliciously authentic menu packed with traditional favorites.
You'll indulge in classic bruschetta, topped with juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil. Then, savor golden chicken Milanese, perfectly breaded and pan-fried, served alongside herb-roasted potatoes and tender zucchini. For dessert, you'll take a bite out of a comforting slice of Italian apple cake, where rustic flavors taste like home. No prep, no cleanup — just sit back, sip some wine and enjoy every bite.
Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to accompany the menu, and may request pairing recommendations from the chef upon booking.
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 cannot be made during the event.
This was our first experience with CozyMeal and it was wonderful! All made so special by Maria. Maria was absolutely brilliant! The food Maria cooked was so special, as was Maria! Maria is a wonderful chef and a lovely person. Not only did she cook a wonderful meal, she cleaned up everything behind her as well. We would highly recommend Maria and will ask her to come back again very soon. Thank you so much
Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Maria
Jordan
17 Jun 2026
My siblings and I hired Maria through Cozymeal to prepare a gourmet dinner at my parents' home to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary — and she absolutely delivered.
From the first message through the CM system to the final course, everything was seamless. Maria was attentive throughout the evening, patiently answering every question (my mom had quite a few
Robert Presser
05 Sep 2026
Chef Maria helped us make gnocchi, gnudi, and mousse. She was sociable and a pleasure to work with. Chef Maria connected our dinner dishes to her experiences and education. Maria even helped us clean up our kitchen afterwards by loading our dishwasher and cleaning the countertops.
Reviews Chef Maria received outside of Cozymeal
Olivia C.
17 Feb 2025
Chef Maria was the absolute best!!!! She was the sweetest and we loved every second of her cooking for us!!! Not to mention… the food was PHENOMENAL! 10/10!!!!!
Jenna O.
13 Feb 2025
Chef Maria was exceptional and I would HIGHLY recommend her. Chef Maria's communication was very impressive and easy! The food was absolutely phenomenal and better then anything you could order at a restaurant! Maria provided everything we needed for our event and most importantly provided kindness! Chef Maria truly went above and beyond. I cannot speak highly enough about her. If we are ever in the area again I look forward to booking Chef Maria!
Linda
11 Feb 2025
Chef Maria is all of the above and more. I would be happy to work with her again and highly recommend her. She is a remarkable person and a great chef!
Danielle
11 Feb 2025
Chef Maria was absolutely amazing. Not only was the food delicious, but she was so sweet and truly made this bachelorette trip even more special. She even made enough food so that we had extras for that night and the next day. I can't recommend hiring Maria more, she will provide amazing food and service :)
Natalia V.
07 Feb 2025
An amazing time! We would love to work with Maria again :) such an amazing bachelorette experience, would absolutely recommend! 10/10!
Alessio
17 Nov 2024
I had the pleasure of having Chef Maria cater a bachelor party, and I can’t recommend her enough. The food was absolutely incredible - every dish was prepared to perfection and her tiramisu was truly out of this world. It was easily one of the best desserts I’ve ever had! Chef Maria’s professionalism, attention to detail and passion for her craft really shone through in every bite. I would confidently recommend her services to anyone looking for exceptional catering for any occasion. She made the event unforgettable!
Anthony C.
15 Nov 2024
Chef Maria was incredibile! The dinner was amazing, she also was able to accommodate few guests with special requirements. She went above and behind to make out experience enjoyable.
Sergio
12 Nov 2024
Chef Maria is a wonderful chef !! We loved having her cook for my best friend’s 40th birthday party. Her food was amazing and she was absolutely lovely. Would 100% recommend her.
Silvia
20 Oct 2024
What better way to learn how to cook an Italian meal than from an Italian Chef!
Chef Maria takes you on a culinary journey and shares the dishes and flavors she loves! Wonderful!
