About Us
Domestic Goddess Shabnam Russo made home cooking fashionable again . Where locally sourced ingredients were transformed in her Garden Suburb Kitchen into delectable treats ; her catering business grew in her cottage cucina. Paola Ciccolini joined the team bringing with her deep food traditions from her Italian family Castels restaurant.
Why us?
At Garden Suburb Kitchen , founded by Shabnam Russo and Paola Ciccolini , we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional catering services that elevate any occasion. With a passion for fresh, flavorful food and a dedication to providing personalized experiences, we are the go-to choice for events of all sizes. Whether it’s a corporate function, wedding, or private gathering, we tailor our menus to suit your tastes, dietary needs, and event style.
Why choose us? Because we believe that great food brings people together. Our team of culinary experts uses only the finest ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible, to craft dishes that are both delicious and beautifully presented. We go beyond just food – we offer a seamless catering experience, handling everything from planning to execution with the utmost professionalism.
At Garden Suburb Kitchen, we understand that each event is unique, and we are committed to making yours unforgettable with our custom menus, reliable service, and attention to detail. Let us help you create lasting memories through the joy of great food!
Shabnam Russo
Shabnam Russo has been a culinary force in Hampstead Garden Suburb for over a decade. Her talents gained national recognition when her exquisite Rose Falooda Cake was handpicked by Mark Flanagan, Executive Chef at Buckingham Palace, from over 5,000 entries to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022. The cake’s selection was featured on BBC’s “70 Years in the Baking” as part of the Jubilee celebrations. Honored as an “Extraordinary Baker” by royal grocers Fortnum & Mason, Shabnam was also nominated for the Queen’s Coronation Champion Award for her outstanding community service, which was highlighted in OK! Magazine. Now, she brings her remarkable epicurean menu to delight your senses.
With a perfect blend of warm hospitality and meticulous attention to detail, Shabnam offers more than just a meal—she creates a sensory experience. Whether it’s an intimate Friday night dinner or a grand Barmitzvah or wedding, no event is too small to receive her signature touch. Together with Chef Paola Ciccolini, their renowned MediterrAsian Menu showcases a collection of their bestselling dishes. From weekly homemade family meals, platters, and canapé boxes to children’s party hampers and signature cakes, every item is crafted with care. Her cooking classes for adults and teens have also become a local sensation.
Shabnam’s culinary prowess has been featured in Best Magazine, where her Christmas Cake and King’s Coronation Earl Grey & Clotted Cream Fudge Cake earned top accolades. Whitworths Sugar also selected her unique Rasmalai Tres Leches Cake for their campaign. Shabnam has generously shared her talents with several charitable causes, including “You Donate, We Deliver” for the NHS, Comfort Cases, Future Dreams Breast Cancer, Not Forgotten, and McMillan Coffee Mornings.
Let Shabnam Russo take you on a culinary journey that transforms any event into an unforgettable experience.
“It does taste absolutely scrumptious”
- Dame Mary Berry
“You created something stunning”
- Monica Galetti
“It’s Genius”
- Jane Dunn
“It’s like a walk in a rose garden on a crisp summer morning”
- Regula Ysewijn
“It’s absolutely stunning, it’s beautiful ”
- Roger Pizey
“I can taste the falooda in the cake that’s incredible”
- Rahul Mandal, Bake off winner
“A party in your mouth”
- Matt Adlard