I am the chef and owner of Joyful Foods LLC. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in nutrition from Mississippi State University before I attended culinary school at Johnson and Wales University. I started Joyful Foods to combine my passion for cooking and my nutrition knowledge to make sure that everyday people can consume personalized meals in the comfort of their own home.

For me, cooking is...

My passion. My first love. My peace.

I learned to cook at...

Johnson and Wales University. Catering

A cooking secret...

Have fun, be creative, and relax.

My menus

Mediterranean Essence

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Spanakopita

Black Bean Hummus with Pita Bread

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Caesar Salad

Greek Salad

Butternut Squash Soup

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled Chicken and Lamb Kabobs, Lemon Rice, Roasted Vegetables

DESSERT

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Bakalava

Cheesecake-Stuffed Apples with Caramel Drizzle

Other

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Gnocchi with Artichoke Pesto

Shrimp Salad Stuffed Avocado

FIRST COURSE

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Fresh Arugula and Pear Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Butternut Squash Ravioli, Broccoli Rabe, Italian Breadv

DESSERT

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Chocolate Eclairs

Mexican Night

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Shrimp Tostada Bites

Ceviche

FIRST COURSE

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Shrimp or Chicken Tacos (with fresh slaw)

Chicken Enchiladas

DESSERT

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Flan

Southern Express

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Fried Green Tomatoes with Basil Aioli

Mini Shrimp and Grits

Deviled Eggs

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Loaded Potato Soup

Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Caesar Salad

Asparagus Soup

Apple Walnut Salad

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Fried Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Braised Greens

Smothered Beef, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Red Velvet Waffles and Fried Chicken

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Peach Cobbler

Apple Pie a la mode

Banana Pudding Parfait

Cheesecake Stuffed Apples

Tour de Elegance

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Bruschetta

Candied Bacon Crostini

Crab Cakes

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Fresh Arugula and Pear Salad

Caesar Salad

Butternut Squash Soup

Apple Walnut Salad

Cream of Asparagus Soup

Carrot ginger soup

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Braised Short Rib, Polenta, and Broccolini

Coq au Vin, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Chicken, Green Beans, Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

Beef Wellington with Red Wine Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans

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White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse

Banana Pudding Parfait

Cheesecake-Stuffed Apples with Caramel Drizzle

Chocolate mousse

Simple but Sweet

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Bruschetta

Gnocchi with Artichoke Pesto

Crab Cakes

FIRST COURSE

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Loaded Potato Soup

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Caprese Salad

Butternut Squash Soup

Apple Walnut Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Blueberry Chicken, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, and Braised Kale

Coq au Vin, Roasted Brussels, Roasted Potatoes

Braised Short Rib, Polenta, and Broccolini

Crab Ravioli

DESSERT

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Chocolate Lava Cake

Chocolate Eclairs

Cheesecake Stuffed Apples

Chocolate Moussee

Creme brûlée

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Chef Ana's reviews

4.33

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35 services

Very polite lady! Showed up on time, even a bit earlier. Very communicative about being on the way and giving updates. She was engaging during the cooking but also gave us our privacy. It was incredible, would definitely do again.

Ana was incredible. She was on time had everything she needed and put us at ease as this was our first experience. She prepared a delicious meal, served it exquisitely and cleaned up immediately. I will be using her again.

Chef Ana was perfect! The food was delicious and she helped make our birthday celebration memorable!

Chef ana was excellent. Extremely communicative through the process, accommodating, punctual, thorough. Would def have her again and recommend her to others.

Besides providing us with a delicious and well thought out menu, Ana was so sweet! We don't live in Nashville but if we did we'd probably see her offline. Ana communicated with me often and guided me through the menu selection. I am recommending her from the rooftops!

A great experience. It was fun to be at home eating great food without the noise and hassle of a restaurant.

Ana was great! Easy to communicate with and showed up on time!! The food presentation was beautiful and the food was yummy!

Ana was amazing. The food delicious and having her in our home was only additive. I highly recommend Ana to anyone!

Anna made delicious food! She was on-time and came with all the utensils, pans, food, dishes etc. needed to prepare an amazing meal with all the courses we could ask for! I would definitely have Chef Anna prepare food for any future events, if I lived in Nashville :)