Seasonal mobile cart catering from a local chef
Crudo, sashimi, sushi, grill and handrolls, made to order for each guest.
Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez, Montecito and Ojai
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Weddings
Spoil your guests with the best from local markets, presented beautifully by a Santa Barbara chef.
Private events
Birthdays, baby showers, graduations, real estate showcases and more.
Corporate
Team and office gatherings, brand launches, field marketing, trade shows, holidays and employee appreciation.
How it works
- I arrive about 1 hour before your event to set up.
- Each bento box is prepared as each guest walks up.
- There is no buffet. Every item is meant to be eaten as it is prepared.
- Boxes are kraft and disposable. Fork, chopsticks and napkins are included, with recycling bins on site.
- Catering minimums apply to all events, so inquire for details.
Your questions answered
How do I get started?
Reach out through the contact form or schedule a call. Use the form to ask about availability on specific dates.
Payment and reservations?
I'll send payment options once you inquire. Your reservation is the purchase of your tickets, with a 30 ticket minimum. You can add tickets up until 7 days before your event.
Do you need power?
No, unless you want lighting. I bring a 25 ft extension cable and lights for the cart work area on request.
What areas do you serve?
I'm based in Santa Barbara and travel to nearby areas including Santa Ynez, Montecito and Ojai. There is a small add-on fee outside Santa Barbara.
Do you offer branding?
Yes, branding options are available on request. Send me your ideas.
How long do you stay?
Set-up usually takes 45 minutes and break-down another 45. Serving time is 2 hours, with extra time at $100 per half hour.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can reschedule once at no charge if you ask at least 10 days before the event. Cancellations within 9 days incur a $500 charge if not rescheduled and are non-refundable. No-shows and same-day cancellations are not refunded or rescheduled, and payments are forfeited.
Small space, big taste
My handmade breakdown cart fits in my car and rolls out to your site with a 5-minute set-up.
- Shou sugi ban wood. Treated with the Japanese wood-burning technique for a beautiful finish.
- Oak top, walnut sign. The sign is hand-etched.
- About 5 ft by 3 ft. Usually needs a 7×7 space, outdoors under an umbrella or indoors.
One-person show
Hello, I'm Mattias Blom. I'm a small operation of one, serving high-quality, locally sourced crudo, sashimi, sushi and grill bento to your guests.
I have been a private chef in Santa Barbara for 14 years, after 18 years in restaurant kitchens. Now I can bring my handmade cart to your event and serve the best of California.
Each month brings new products and flavors: sustainable seafood from local waters, daily farmers market produce, house-made sauces and contemporary flavors.
Don't get boxed out. Reach out for your date.
Tell me about your event and I'll get back to you within a day.
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