GLEN ALLEN, VIRGINIA · CATERING BY APPOINTMENT · (804) 506-3055
Culture · Flavor · Creativity

Food with a story. Made with soul.

Gino’s Creative Cooking brings Botswana and Southern African traditions together with French finesse and Italian warmth—creating generous, colorful food for gatherings that matter.

Gather beautifully.

Catering, private chef dining, cooking classes and weekly meal preparation—customized for your table.

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Elegant salmon appetizerGolden Southern African fried dough bites
Meet Janet “Gino”

Rooted in village tradition. Inspired by the world.

Gino’s earliest food memories were shaped by family, fire and the unmistakable aroma of home cooking—from fresh scones to sorghum meal and chicken stew prepared in a three-legged clay pot.

After years in the United States and culinary experiences across cultures, she began blending her Southern African heritage with French, Italian and global ideas. The result is food that feels both familiar and surprising.

Authentic homemade recipes and bold, balanced flavor
Customized menus designed around your occasion
Warm, personal service from planning through presentation
Read Gino’s Story
From Gino’s kitchen

A feast for the eyes, first.

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“Bringing culture, flavor and creativity to every table.”

Fresh ingredients. Bold flavors. Heartfelt hospitality.

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