Olivia Cavalli
Olivia Cavalli is a chef, food writer and stylist from London. Born to an English father and Italian mother, Olivia grew up surrounded by Italian food and culture. She learnt how to cook from her nonna, Albina, who taught her the art of using simple ingredients, repurposing leftovers and the importance of a home-cooked meal.
Olivia began her career in food journalism at the Telegraph in 2015 where her recipes, writing and photographs were published in both print and online. In order to hone her craft as a cook, Olivia began working in restaurants in London and Italy whilst also travelling back and forth to Italy working with the wonderful Pasta Grannies. All of this inspired her to start jotting down the recipes of her childhood and those she had picked up along the way.
Olivia currently works as a private chef, teaches cooking classes and runs her seasonal supper club - avenues that allow her to share her love of Italian food and culture with others.
Olivia’s celebration of the beautiful vegetables and fruits of Italy’s seasons, STAGIONI, was published by Pavilion in the autumn of 2022.