Meet Ana Maria

Founder & Private Chef

Ana Maria moved from Lima to the United States wanting to start a new chapter, connect with people and share the flavors she grew up with. She missed the food, the warmth, the sauces and the feeling of gathering around a beautiful table, so she started cooking from home, making empanadas, quiches, tres leches and homemade desserts for friends and neighbors. One person would tell another, and little by little her food started bringing people together.

At the beginning, she did everything herself. She cooked, styled the tables, took photos of her food, posted on Facebook and shared her passion online without even realizing she was building a business. What started as a simple way to meet people and share the flavors of Peru slowly turned into Ana Maria Private Chef, a luxury private chef and curated events brand focused on elegant food, warm hospitality and unforgettable experiences.