Cucinamore, LLC

Cucinamore, LLC In-Home Italian dinners and experiences- Leesburg, VA and vicinity (up to 40 miles)

Our events are an opportunity to entertain at home in a fun and informal setting, cooking side by side with your Personal Chef, and then enjoying great food with your friends. Lots of fun, and no stress for the host either: our party formula includes shopping for the ingredients, providing cookware, all necessary tools and serving dishes, and leaving minimal after party clean-up behind. A CUCINAMO

RE cooking party is a great idea for groups, couples, birthday parties, bridal or baby showers, book club special events, team building activities and much more.

📣 A quick note from your favorite Italian chef This is usually the time of year when I start crafting the next seasonal ...
08/08/2025

📣 A quick note from your favorite Italian chef

This is usually the time of year when I start crafting the next seasonal menu (and yes, our Fall options will be published in early October as usual!)

But first… this old chef (🙋‍♀️ me!) has been “gently advised” to take a little pause for some medical maintenance. 😉
✨ Cucinamore will therefore be closed for the entire month of September while I do as the doctor says, and then rest and recharge.

That said, there’s still a little time to enjoy one of my absolute favorite items from the Spring/Summer menu:

🍞 Bruschetta with Burrata and Pistachios
An iconic appetizer made the traditional way, then elevated with creamy Burrata and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios.

✨ Let’s get your event on the calendar before summer slips away!
🔗 Book your party today: https://www.cucinamore.net/reservation
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What a night! Thursday June 26th, our Apericena "From Italy with Gusto" was a sold-out celebration of friendship and Ita...
06/29/2025

What a night! Thursday June 26th, our Apericena "From Italy with Gusto" was a sold-out celebration of friendship and Italian hospitality. Full of laughter, clicking glasses, and 24 strangers sitting at a long table, who quickly felt like "famiglia" 🥰
Giacomo and I have spent a long time sharing our love of food and wine with the same clients. We decided to bring them together for this unique experience.
We hope these photos 📸 (taken by my assistant Lindsay, not a professional photographer) captured the joy in the room as much as we felt it.

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“From Italy, With Gusto” is in the books! 🇮🇹🍷On June 26th, something magical happened at Gvino Enoteca. Giacomo and I fi...
06/29/2025

“From Italy, With Gusto” is in the books! 🇮🇹🍷

On June 26th, something magical happened at Gvino Enoteca. Giacomo and I finally teamed up to co-host our first-ever Apericena: a cozy Italian tradition that turns “just drinks” into a full-blown evening of wine, bites, and connection.

We opened 24 seats. They sold out in under 30 minutes.
24 strangers sat shoulder-to-shoulder.
And by the end? Strangers became friends, and friends felt like family.

This event wasn’t just about the food and wine (though yes, we’re proud of what we served 😉): it was about creating joy. The kind of joy that fills a room and lingers.

Here’s the album that tells the story:
📸 https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZUJTtczZ8b8aN7eA9
(All candid shots by my amazing assistant Lindsay who is NOT a professional photographer. No fancy lighting, just real moments.)

We hope you feel the warmth. We sure did.

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📅 Something special is on the horizon...Plans are being made, glasses are ready… 🍷GVino + Cucinamore are joining forces ...
05/31/2025

📅 Something special is on the horizon...

Plans are being made, glasses are ready… 🍷
GVino + Cucinamore are joining forces for an unforgettable evening of Italian flavors, fine wine, and genuine friendship.

• Save the date: Thursday, June 26th - 6:00pm

Very limited seats. Full details coming soon.

📜✨ New certificate, same commitment.To do the work I do, passion and skills are essential—but they’re just the beginning...
05/29/2025

📜✨ New certificate, same commitment.

To do the work I do, passion and skills are essential—but they’re just the beginning.

Behind every Cucinamore event, there’s also a lot of less glamorous (but equally important) effort to stay current, reliable, and professional. Renewing my ServSafe Manager Certification is just one way I make sure that the food I serve is not only delicious… but also safely prepared, every single time.

This certification involves training and an exam every five years—and let’s just say, my brain doesn’t exactly enjoy standardized testing any more than it used to 😅

But it matters. Because when clients invite us into their homes for something special, I want them to feel confident that they’re in good hands—from flavor to food safety.

📍Another step forward for Cucinamore.
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Recipe for the Cucinamore Food ExperienceIngredients:• Hand-picked, high-quality products — ideally sourced from trusted...
05/26/2025

Recipe for the Cucinamore Food Experience

Ingredients:
• Hand-picked, high-quality products — ideally sourced from trusted local vendors
• Seasonal options, at their peak of flavor
• From-scratch cooking for and with our guests
• A blend of authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine
• Expert food & wine pairing suggestions, curated with the help of a native Italian sommelier
• An Italian soundtrack, handpicked to set the mood

Directions:
Cook everything on site, right before clients’ eyes — allow them to jump in, if curious.
Demonstrate simple, approachable techniques that make authentic Italian cooking feel within reach.
Serve each course with a story, a smile, and the recipes too.
Honor Italy’s culinary traditions while incorporating fresh, contemporary touches that suit today’s lifestyle.
And above all, add love to every step.

Want to experience what this recipe creates?
The table is set — I’d be honored to cook for you!
Book your next In-Home Italian Dinner & Experience at https://www.cucinamore.net/reservation

Don't say I didn't tell you... ;)
05/16/2025

Don't say I didn't tell you... ;)

There’s brunch… and then there’s brunch at Gvino. 🍷

Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM, we invite you to slow down and indulge in a weekend experience crafted with care, where each dish is thoughtfully prepared, each wine intentionally selected, and every guest is welcomed like family.

Our brunch is not just about food. It’s about how it makes you feel: relaxed, nourished, inspired. Guests tell us they keep coming back for the quality of the ingredients, the cozy atmosphere, and a wine pairing experience that elevates the entire meal.

$39 per person

Includes a sommelier-selected wine flight

CHOOSE YOUR BRUNCH PATH

Each guest selects from one of the following three curated menus. All include:

Main Dish (Meat, Seafood, or Vegetarian)

Warm Belgian Waffle with pure maple syrup and a medley of fresh mixed berries.

Assorted French Quiche, crafted with a delicate custard and a rotating selection of vegetables, herbs, and cheeses

THE MEAT OPTION
Italian Pork Sausage Panino with Pecorino and Arugula
A hearty, flavor-packed sandwich featuring house-seasoned pork sausage, sharp Pecorino cheese, and peppery arugula on rustic artisan bread. Savory and satisfying, with a balanced richness that pairs beautifully with both sparkling and red wines.

THE SEAFOOD OPTION
Scottish Salmon Toast with Red Onion on Rustic Bread
Sustainably sourced Scottish salmon, lightly smoked and served on crusty bread with shaved red onions, capers, and a lemon crème fraîche. Bright, briny, and elegant—it’s a dish designed to highlight freshness and finesse.

THE VEGETARIAN OPTION
Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese on Multigrain Bread
Creamy avocado layered over toasted multigrain bread, finished with whipped goat cheese, microgreens, and a drizzle of citrus-infused olive oil. Light yet full of flavor—an ideal match for white and rosé wines.

THE WINE FLIGHT

What sets Gvino’s brunch apart? Our curated wine flight. Each guest receives a tasting of three expertly selected wines, chosen by our in-house sommelier to complement the dishes on your plate and enhance your overall experience.

Le Contesse Prosecco (Single Fermentation)
A refined Italian sparkling wine made using the Charmat method. Fresh, crisp, and delicately effervescent with notes of pear and white flower an elegant start to the meal.

Choice of White or Rosé:

Girlan Chardonnay (Alto Adige, Italy)
From the cool alpine region of Alto Adige, this Chardonnay is mineral-driven with bright citrus, green apple, and subtle almond on the finish. A refreshing pairing for seafood or vegetarian dishes.

OR

Cascina del Colle “Free Free” Frizzante Rosé (Abruzzo, Italy)
A playful and lightly sparkling rosé with notes of ripe strawberry, cherry blossom, and a touch of wild herbs. Slightly fizzy, incredibly easy-drinking, and perfect alongside pork sausage or creamy goat cheese.

Colombaio del Cencio Chianti Classico Riserva “Massi del Colombaio” (Tuscany)
This structured red offers depth and complexity, with aromas of dark cherry, leather, and spice. Its firm tannins and vibrant acidity make it an excellent companion for our richer brunch dishes.

More Than a Meal — A Weekend Ritual

Brunch at Gvino is designed to be savored, not rushed. It’s a moment to reconnect with friends, unwind from the week, and enjoy the kind of meal you’ll be thinking about long after your last sip.

Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply treating yourself to a beautiful start to the day, we’d love to host you.

Reservations Are Encouraged

Call us at 571-430-5992 or book online now to secure your table.

We look forward to welcoming you to a brunch that brings people together—through food, wine, and the kind of hospitality that lingers long after you leave.

When your only option is to make it work… you make it work. 💪🍽️Nothing quite humbles you like private chef life…Last nig...
05/11/2025

When your only option is to make it work… you make it work. 💪🍽️

Nothing quite humbles you like private chef life…

Last night’s party: arrive / discover entire stovetop is dead / instant heart drop / mentally rework the entire cooking plan / send assistant flying home to grab my portable induction burner (👋 hero of the night, pictured! Well, assistant too but I do not have a pic of Sierra handy ;) ) / cook a full 4-course dinner for 9 using one oven and one burner.

Guests were wonderful and gave me a round of applause when I finished.
Me? I got home, stared at the ceiling from the floor for a solid minute before even taking off my shoes. 😉

P.S. To all the moms out there making magic happen in and out of the kitchen today… I see you! 💐💪

Finding new friends in all the right places :)
05/07/2025

Finding new friends in all the right places :)

Spring is here — and so are our new seasonal menus!Like these Crostini con Zucchini Trifolati e Mozzarella, our dishes c...
05/04/2025

Spring is here — and so are our new seasonal menus!
Like these Crostini con Zucchini Trifolati e Mozzarella, our dishes celebrate freshness and flavor.

Planning a birthday or special gathering? We bring the Italian experience to your home.
Check out what’s new: cucinamore.net

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My motto when it comes to food is: “keep it simple and be amazed!”. No need to complicate your life in the kitchen to achieve deliciousness!

My dishes are made with only a few but always fresh and top quality ingredients: it’s my golden rule! Plus, it’s the only way to go when you want to experience food as if you were actually in Italy.

Recipes are easy, so that it will be fun for you to make them again at home, to delight yourself and those you love.Our events are an opportunity to entertain at home in a fun and informal setting, cooking side by side with your Personal Chef, and then enjoying great food with your friends. Lots of fun, and no stress for the host either: our party formula includes shopping for the ingredients, providing cookware, all necessary tools and serving dishes, and leaving minimal after party clean-up behind. A CUCINAMORE cooking party is a great idea for groups, couples, birthday parties, bridal or baby showers, book club special events, team building activities and much more.