Elevated Catering & Private Chef Experiences
For Weddings & Events in Santa Barbara + the Santa Ynez Valley
La Dolce Vita Catering. Est. in 2011 with a passion for family, food and authenticity, she approaches all clients, events and venues with an eye for quality, taste and detail. Based out of Los Olivos, California amazing produce is sourced from local organic farms, with a focus on farm to table and seasonal menus! Inspired by her Grandmother's cooking and Italian family gathered around a table, Ashley is in love with bringing people together to eat, laugh and enjoy life.
A Culinary Experience Worth Celebrating
Ashley Gheno
We specialize in full-service catering and private chef experiences designed for elegant California gatherings. Whether you're planning a Santa Barbara wedding, a weekend in wine country, or an intimate dinner party, we bring bold flavor and effortless hospitality to the table.
Thoughtfully Curated. Deliciously Unforgettable.
What We Offer
We specialize in full-service catering and private chef experiences designed for elegant California gatherings. Whether you're planning a Santa Barbara wedding, a weekend in wine country, or an intimate dinner party, we bring bold flavor and effortless hospitality to the table.
Full-Service Wedding Catering
Intimate Events & Private Dinners
Santa Ynez Vineyard Weddings
In-Home Chef Experiences
Seasonal Menus & Custom Tastings
Bar Services + Grazing Tables
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805 Living Magazine Featured of one of our most Loved cakes, in our signature rustic Buttercream design. This November wedding was at Sunstone Villa in The Beautiful Santa Ynez, Ca. We have had the pleasure of working on site alongside some of the most renowned wedding planners and photographers. Each Event is truly Magic and an example of how the right caterer, can create high end food and wedding cakes that lend to the overall experience.
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Martha Stewart weddings featured our sit-down three-course meal. We made on a summer salad, roasted chicken, and pan-seared rib eye steak.
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Chef Ashley Gheno is a connoisseur of celebratory experiences. Helming Los Olivos -Based La Dolce Vita Catering, she cultivates high-quality fare in mass. Ashley elevates this wistfulness with memorable festive feasts and grazing platters alike. Plucking the best organic ingredients from Central Coast Vendors for a true Farm-to-table delivery, she regales small gatherings and weddings with intimacy that's fresh.
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"GO AND EAT YOUR FOOD WITH GLADNESS AND DRINK YOUR WINE WITH A JOYFUL HEART! "
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