This Mother Duck engages and educates her students with undying energy, character and warmth, welcoming everyone into The, now extensive, Avenue family.
With a knack for trailblazing twists on classical dishes, Diana simply loves food and is identified for her delectable culinary creations that will amuse and delight your palette. She does not do boring!
Her previous experience in corporate entertainment means she can identify exactly what people want, down to the finest detail. Sophie is on a constant culinary journey of discovering new exciting recipes and restaurants in order to keep our classes refreshing and innovative. Having travelled extensively, this gypsy has tasted her way through the most exotic of lands. Good food and wine leaves her absolutely smitten.
With her culinary knowledge, obscene organisation skills and energetic drive she really is the backbone of the business.
A multi-talent, he started out as a builder (his fathers profession) and moved onto a cookery teacher (his mothers profession). His previous experience has included Chalet Hosting, prestigious Corporate Events and working as a private chef in the South of France.
Richard is a self-confessed Foodie, with an interest in modern cooking techniques. His knowledge and flair for experimental cookery will certainly broaden your culinary horizons. He effortlessly shares his enthusiasm with the students and pushes out the traditional boundaries, he is the youth and energy in our kitchens.
Alongside his business mind, he also has a real passion for food, wine and travelling which, together with his outgoing personality, makes him a perfect fit with The Avenue Family both in business and leisure.
Since Niv joined the family he has not just flourished within the business but also into an excellent sous-chef and washer-upper, in a family of chefs – priceless!
Having travelled a lot, she’s always been keen to try new foods and expand her palate and finally had the time to fully indulge and experiment with her cooking during the pandemic… (safe to say her knowledge will definitely come into play in her job with us!).
On the side, she is a very keen runner and dancer and can usually be found doing the odd park run or throwing a few shapes at any of London’s lindy hop dancing spots.
Embarking on her marketing adventure with The Avenue family, perfectly combines her flare for creativity with her keen eye for detail which, she will certainly be putting to good use!
After being bought an Avenue class as a birthday present, Connie approached Diana and was offered an assistant job on the spot! She joined us part-time back in Summer 2022 and has worked her way up to teaching both the week-long courses and evening/weekend classes as a newly full-time member of The Avenue Family!
Outside work, Connie spends her time producing musicals, running along the Thames training for her next marathon, and telling everyone who will listen about her 2024 trip to Japan!
She completed her chef training at Leith’s School of Food and Wine and directly after that did the WSET Level III course in 10 days!
She has incredible enthusiasm and a deep-rooted love of cooking that she enjoys sharing with those that come through The Avenue doors. Inspired by her travels and experience of global cuisines, she brings imaginative & creative cooking with an emphasis on exceptional flavours to the kitchen.
She is also a fully qualified dance teacher, and when not in the kitchen, can be found in the dance studio!
Having lived in Italy for many years with his family he is well accustomed to tasty food. Bringing his good energy and experience, Jorge started as a KP and sharing Rich’s passion for food and culinary techniques they would stay in the kitchen late into the night after classes experimenting. Working so closely together and absorbing Rich’s culinary wisdom Jorge has moved up the ranks to assist classes.
Liz loves simple food cooked beautifully and is inspired by flavours from her travels around the world especially all the Mediterranean flavours – Greek Salad with fresh bread, yes please!
Outside of the school, Liz works as a private chef and spends far too much time planning her next travel adventure!
She is fuelled by indefatigable energy and boundless creativity. An acclaimed artist and graphic designer Nikola is a creative genius and has joined us at The Avenue to share her undeniable cake making talent.
Despite gaining a lot of knowledge and experience, he quickly realised that the restaurant route was not for him. He spent the years after college working for more corporate catering companies, until taking a leap to work more with children. This involved working with children in a classroom setting, to eventually cooking for as well as teaching cookery.
In 2018, he reached out to us after hearing great things about and shortly after his impressive trial, he has now become part of The Avenue Family of Chefs (we love Nathan)!
Driven by his passion, Enzo attended culinary school, taking him to work in various restaurants across Italy and in 2013 Enzo relocated to London, where he opened his first restaurant.
In addition to his successful restaurant ventures, he worked as a private chef and today, Enzo brings his enthusiasm and knowledge to the classes of The Avenue! You will see him both assisting and teaching our classes
Growing up in the vibrant and diverse culture of India, which had a profound influence on Khalid’s culinary passion, and whether it’s crafting delectable dishes or experimenting with new flavours, Khalid doesn’t do “mundane”.
This globetrotter’s palate is well-travelled and constantly seeks exciting new recipes. With a knack for creativity and an eye for detail, Khalid is poised to not just bring a friendly face, but also a fresh perspective to The Avenue.
Born and raised Brazilian, Renan developed his culinary portfolio whilst living in Italy and Ireland for multiple years, embracing different cultures and respecting traditional cooking methods.
In 2019, Renan moved to London and discovered the world of recipe testing and product development. Playing an active role within the queer community, he enthusiastically shares his talent while making new social connections within the culinary world.
Keeping up with the latest foodie trends and always being a friendly face, he brings excitement and colour to our customer’s experience.
Close links with the Ski Travel Industry
We have close links with a number of ski companies to help with placing you as a Chalet Host or assistant chef positions.
