About Me

Hi there! My name is CiCi Bellis. I was born and raised in Northern California, but now live in Orlando, Florida where I train full-time as a professional tennis player. When I’m not traveling to tournaments or practicing on court, I love to cook. I started CiCiCooks as a way to chronicle and share some of my favorite foods.

My passion for cooking comes straight from my mom. She’s a fantastic home chef. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of me helping her prepare the family dinner each night. Initially, I was given small tasks like whisking, stirring, and chopping. By middle school, I could make most of my favorite foods. Homemade mac ‘n cheese, lasagna, mashed potatoes, and grilled cheese were some of the first things that I mastered. Living a lot on my own the past few years has me cooking more than I ever imagined. As an athlete, I need three meals and two snacks a day — in other words, eating is a big part of my life. So, I’ve taken to putting my spin on the foods I grew up eating and I’m serving them up here on CiCiCooks.

Hope you enjoy!