Anna (born in Abruzzo), co-host with Andy of my Bethesda cooking class, brought such joy with her note to me, post-cooking class:
“Spettacolare! Enjoyed every minute. From an Italian-born sister (who thought your menu was too elementary..) The food was spectacular but better yet, YOU were the best surprise! Famiglia, amore e abbondanza.” Yes, family, love and abundance are certainly three essential elements of la vita italiana. And all were present in our Bethesda cooking class.
“Anna l’americana” (as they call me in Assisi) cooking with Anna (born in Abruzzo), our cooking host
Co-hosts Anna and Andy team with family and friends to cook up the goodness
Anna and Kellie, cooking duo
Judy and Anna team on the pre-class prepping
Anna cooks up the cauliflower for our pasta sauce
Karen and Anna crush almonds for our dessert
Andy and family, teamed to cook
We all joined to cook up l’abbondonza with amore. And family links united many of our cooks. See the good times here:
Cooking up l’abbondonza con amore in Bethesda:
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…and thanks to our other cooks for your enthusiastic comments, too:
“Wonderful experience to share with dear friends. Can’t wait to try our more recipes.” Andy A.
“Wonderful evening, wonderful food. Loving women to share it with. Thank you!” Kellie
“Wonderful food. Great company. Thank you.” Karen
“Dear (Cara) Anne, From one ex-patriot to another…we love and appreciate both places. Your recipes to me – who loves to cook Italian recipes – seemed at first too simple. You so pleased me…us. Loved each recipe from each region and will continue to spread the LOVE of friendship and good food. Thank you hope. Hope our paths cross again.” Nancy (from Venice)
“Bella, bella, BELLA! Thank you so much for a delightful and informative evening. Great time and wonderful people. You are great. Thank you for your stories and expertise.” Julia
“Wonderful time tonight! Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes” Katie F
“Thank you for the beautiful experience! You are terrific and lots of fun!…..” Susan
“Wonderful meal, wonderful friends..will visit Italy!” Joan
“Thanks so much for teaching me that cooking does not have to be difficult or frightening! I am inspired to try one of your dishes to break into cooking! Look forward to the next time we meet.” Peggy.
“Thank you for making a terrible day so much better. Thanks for showing me a few tricks. I also have to say my confirmation name is “St. Francis of Assisi” – so very happy happy to meet you…” Jessie A.
