A table setup for a meal with a floral centerpiece, a menu card, a cloth napkin with a ring, a glass of water, a teaspoon, and a fork on a wooden table.

Welcome to Vida Kitchen

Fine Dining Backyard Garden Experience

Limited Seating | Pre-Paid Reservations

Vida Kitchen is a warm, intimate culinary studio celebrating their family heritage- a unique fusion of Middle Eastern and Latin American flavors, and the first of its kind in Lomita. Founded by Chef Wendy, Vida Kitchen blends cultural storytelling with rustic, soulful dishes that feel both familiar and completely new.

Through curated experiences like Sol y Saffron and Alchemy Afternoon Tea, Chef Wendy creates meals that bring people together, spark connection, and honor the beauty of shared food. At Vida Kitchen, every bite is crafted with heart—and every guest is welcomed like family.

The first Los Angeles Health Department permitted home kitchen in Lomita, CA.

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  • Four seasoned grilled fish fillets on a white plate, garnished with cherry tomatoes and served on a bed of rice with herbs.

    Pre-fix Dining

    Price Per Person $60-$125

    An intimate dining experience blending Middle Eastern and Latino flavors into soulful, seasonal chef-crafted menus. Enjoy warm hospitality, immersive storytelling, and dishes designed to make you feel both transported and at home.

  • A floral painting of pink and yellow roses with green leaves on a teal background displayed on a small easel, outdoors near a hedge.

    Artistic Experiences

    Price Per Person $55-$125

    We offer Paint and Sip experiences by April Mardueno of Vita.Image and Floral Design workshops through our signature Bloom Bar. Relax in our secret garden and delight in curated bites, signature VIDA mocktails while nurturing your creativity. Perfect for friends, couples, and anyone craving a fun, art-filled escape with delicious provisions. Check our Events page for upcoming experiences or message us for private bookings.

  • A red cocktail with a strawberry, a green grape, and a lemon wedge garnishing the glass, on a napkin at a birthday celebration with yellow, white, and blue balloons and a "Happy Birthday" sign in the background.

    Private Dining

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    Celebrate your special moments with a fully customized VIDA experience. From intimate dinners to gatherings with curated menus, décor, beverage service, and venue, we take care of all details so you can enjoy your event to the fullest.

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Our Pre-fix Dining Experiences

Two Menus to Choose from

Alchemy Afternoon Tea

A magical fusion of Latin American warmth and Middle Eastern elegance, Alchemy Afternoon Tea transforms the classic three-tier service into a sensory experience. Delicate pastries, vibrant savories, and aromatic teas are paired with a warm, rustic tablescape designed to enchant and transport.
A moment of beauty, ritual, and culinary wonder—crafted by Vida Kitchen.

Available most 2nd and 4th Saturdays 12-2 PM.

Menu for Vida Kitchen's Alchemy Afternoon Tea featuring Latin and Middle Eastern flavors, including starters, savories, scones and breads, and sweets, with tea options and pricing.

“Sol y Saffron” Five Course Tasting Menu

A vibrant dining journey where Latin warmth meets Middle Eastern spice. Sol y Saffron blends sun-kissed ingredients, slow-cooked comfort, and aromatic elegance into a soulful, chef-guided tasting experience. Rooted in heritage and crafted with heart, this menu celebrates bold flavors, shared moments, and the beauty of culinary fusion.

Available most 1st and 3rd Saturdays 6:30-9 PM

A dinner menu titled 'Vida Kitchen presents Sol y Saffron,' highlighting a Latin-Middle Eastern heritage, with five courses and beverages, including dishes like mezze with plantain chips, salmon, shawarma, beef tenderloin, and cardamom tres leches, and drinks such as pomegranate citrus spritz and Moroccan mint chai.
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