About

It all started with a marriage.

A marriage between an Argentine and a half-Italian had to yield something interesting–besides their children–and it has: Maggie’s Frittatas, a cross between two humble dishes, the traditional Spanish tortilla (the centerpiece of Spanish tapas) and the Italian frittata.

Margaret began her food adventure when, as a newlywed 19 years ago, she and Paul realized, living in their small New York apartment, that night-after-night take-out was not all that interesting or healthy. And it was making them gain a few unwanted pounds. So she began cooking.  Paul watched.  Sometimes, he cleaned up.

Fast forward a few years when Margaret, who had spent several years looking over her Argentine mother-in-law’s shoulder while she cooked, was challenged to a “cook-off” by her father-in-law. The challenge: who could make the better traditional Spanish tortilla. By taking the basic recipe and cooking technique and adding some “secret” spices, Margaret actually won the cookoff–much to her mother in law’s dismay.

Encouraged by all the local Argentines’ reaction to her dish, Maggie began making and selling her Frittatas in Dallas in 2004.  Maggie then began working with gourmet food company, In The Dough, to bring Maggie’s Frittatas to specialty grocery stores throughout north Texas.  However, it was not meant to be after Paul was given a job opportunity in Los Angeles and the family relocated to beautiful Southern California.

Maggie’s Tapas and Catering specializes in producing delicious tapas, for home or corporate delivery, made with locally grown ingredients. We offer catering services for holiday parties, bridal showers, corporate events, office meetings and parties. And to make your next party something extraordinary, Maggie can make you a delicious tapas party tray for any occasion or tailor an extra special event like our custom Paella Parties.

Maggie, a Master’s graduate in writing of New York University, is also working on her latest book project, Melting Pot LA, Stories and Recipes from a Great American City. Call if you want to share your great American food story with her.