Ana North

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Introduction: My food is made from fresh and seasonal ingredients. I always try to design the menu with the customer according to the event. The food has that homemade flavor that everyone seeks, but it is presented in a more elegant way. All the cooking classes can be done in English, Spanish or German. I also speak a little bit of French. What I enjoy the most about my job is trying to understand the taste of the client and providing different ideas to create a meal that pleases all the guests. Also, of course, cooking and trying to season the food to the best that is possible.

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Jen S.

Oct 30, 2015

We had a great experience with Ana. She was incredibly professional and clearly very knowledgeable and overall, just made the whole night so much FUN! I would definitely recommend hiring Ana if you love to cook or are just beginning!

Patricia M.

Nov 1, 2015

I took two cooking classes with Ana. For someone like me, who feels as comfortable in the kitchen as in outer space, my experience with Ana was eye-opening. She teaches with patience, care, and attention to detail. Her good humor helped me relax through the preparation of a three-course dinner... Twice!! I feel more confident in my kitchen, and now I dare to experiment with more than scrambled eggs. Thank you, Ana!

Kate w.

Nov 2, 2015

It was amazing. I have taken 2 classes from Ana. One on knife skills - and she showed me the different techniques for various foods. Another class was on healthy recipes - for instance instead of relying on salt and pepper to enhance flavor she introduced our class to numerous other spices that add flavor without salt. Ana is patient and extremely knowledgeable! She also makes cooking fun!

Andi W.

Nov 3, 2015

Ana taught my girlfriends and I a cooking class recently and we had an amazing experience. She's extremely knowledgeable but also makes the information digestible to the rookie cook. We prepared an entire meal together and Ana taught us fun little tricks of the trade along the way. I'm still cutting my onions the way she taught me. We learned alot but also had a really fun night. Ana has a lovely personality and makes sure to tailor the experience to be exactly what you are looking for. We plan to do it again soon and I can't recommend her highly enough to others!

Kevin K.

Nov 4, 2015

Ana North has performed three assignments for me a: (a) a menu designed and fully catered 4 course meal for 20 (b)university lecture and tasting on Mexican cuisine origins and present influences, and (c) planning a dining centered holiday party.

Ana North's reply

Thank you for letting me show your students about Mexican gastronomy, it was a real pleasure!

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What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
It is a simple process: 1.- I send the quote with a menu proposal. 2.- The customer responds and we connect to discuss the menu. 3.- The necessary adjustments are made for the required service and a new quote is sent. 4.- Once we both agree on the price and menu, the service is scheduled and delivered.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
The first Culinary Arts School that I attended was located in Mexico City. The owner was a French chef that mainly trained us on cooking techniques, French food and Mexican gastronomy. After that I wanted to have a more professional education and attended Le Cordon Bleu at Anáhuac University also in Mexico City. I was able to complete there my Bachelor of Business in Gastronomy. Most of my culinary experience has been at fine dining restaurants such as No. 9 Park and Menton in Boston, but also Astrid & Gastón in Mexico City. My last experience was at South End Buttery in Boston, where I was lead supervisor of a gourmet store. Here I learned a lot about improving customer service and how to training the staff for the operation of the store.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Some friends encouraged me to start giving them cooking classes, because they thought I could be a good teacher. Specially because I am very patient and I love to share recipes!