Field to Table Catering & Events

What Field to Table Catering & Events does

Field to Table Catering & Events is a privately held, owner-operated boutique catering company headquartered at 146 N. Thompson Ave., Nipomo, California, serving the Central Coast region. Founded in August 2013 by Tracy Cole Labastida, a farmer-turned-chef whose personal agricultural background informs the brand, the company delivers fully customized catering for weddings, corporate events, winery gatherings, and non-profit functions. All events are sold through a direct, consultative process: prospective clients submit inquiries via website or phone, complete a detailed questionnaire, and receive a chef-designed menu proposal tailored to their vision, dietary requirements, and cultural preferences. The business operates a long-tenured local sourcing ecosystem comprising 15+ regional farms, ranches, creameries, and artisan producers (e.g., Hearst Ranch Beef, Stepladder Creamery, Etto Pasta, Babe Farms, Grassy Bar Oyster Co., Edna's Bakery), and works across 25+ recommended Central Coast venues.

The operational model is service-based with no proprietary technology platform, app, or API; the product surface is the customized catering execution itself, including menu style variants such as Santa Maria-style BBQ, Filipino/Mexican fusion buffets, California coastal family-style dinners, Mediterranean/Italian wine-paired plated dinners, pizza and pasta stations, and summertime picnic stations. Revenue is generated one event at a time under quote-based pricing, with no standardized published rates; billing is per event rather than on subscription, license, or recurring terms. The company is structured as a California LLC with 11–50 employees and has no disclosed funding, parent company, investors, or subsidiaries.

Customer acquisition runs primarily through word-of-mouth and a tightly orchestrated referral network: venues recommend Field to Table to their clients, and the company reciprocally recommends photographers, planners, and other vendors to its clients. Brand credibility is reinforced by editorial features in Vogue, Netflix, Martha Stewart, The Knot, People Magazine, Style Me Pretty, Carats & Cake, and California Wedding Day. Distribution is exclusively regional (Central Coast California), with no resellers, marketplace listings, or out-of-region service delivery indicated.

Name

Field to Table Catering & Events

Legal name

Field to Table Events LLC

Website

https://fttevents.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Field to Table Catering & Events is an owner-operated boutique caterer on California's Central Coast, founded in 2013 by Tracy Cole Labastida. It designs fully customized, locally sourced menus for weddings, corporate events, winery gatherings, and non-profit functions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Catering Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Food Service Contractors (722310), Special Food Services (7223)

SIC

Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Wedding & Social Event Catering (THAHAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Full-Service Catering (Off-Premise) (HSACAGAA), Gala, Fundraiser & Nonprofit Event Catering (THAHAKAF)

Keywords

• Wedding catering services
• Corporate event catering
• Farm-to-table catering
• Custom menu design
• Winery event catering

Headquarters

HQ city

Nipomo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Event Catering Services: The company generates revenue through providing customized catering services for weddings, corporate events, winery events, and non-profit gatherings on California's Central Coast. Each menu is uniquely tailored to client preferences, with pricing based on event size, menu complexity, and service requirements. The company has operated since August 2013 and has established itself as a boutique provider in the regional market.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Field to Table Catering & Events is a boutique catering company on California's Central Coast that delivers fully customized event catering for weddings, corporate gatherings, winery celebrations, and non-profit events. Each menu is uniquely designed by an in-house chef team based on a client questionnaire, drawing ingredients from local Central Coast farms, creameries, ranches, and producers. The offering covers menu design, food preparation, on-site service, setup, and cleanup at client-chosen or recommended venues.

Product overview

Field to Table Catering & Events operates as a single integrated catering service rather than a modular platform. The core offering is custom event catering for weddings and corporate gatherings, delivered through a personalized menu design process. Service offerings include various menu styles (4 Course Wine Paired Dinner, Summertime Picnic Stations, Santa Maria Style BBQ, Filipino & Mexican Fusion Buffet, California Coastal Family Style Dinner, Pizza & Pasta Station) which are specialized catering concepts rather than separate products. All services share the same customizable approach and locally-sourced ingredient philosophy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Event Catering Service Fully customized event catering service covering weddings, corporate gatherings, winery events, and non-profit functions on California's Central Coast. Each menu is uniquely designed by an in-house chef team based on a detailed client questionnaire, drawing on locally sourced Central Coast ingredients. Service includes menu design, food preparation, on-site service, setup, and cleanup at client-chosen venues, with events ranging from intimate dinners to weddings of 400+ guests.

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

51 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Etto PastacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEtto Pasta is a pastificio located in Paso Robles. Field to Table sources fresh pasta from Etto for their events, featuring local artisan pasta in wedding and event menus.
• Stepladder CreamerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStepladder Creamery in Paso Robles provides artisan cheeses for Field to Table events. The company uses Stepladder goat cheese in salads and charcuterie presentations.
• Okui FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOkui Farms in Grover Beach supplies fresh strawberries and fruit for Field to Table events, supporting their farm-to-table philosophy with locally grown produce.
• Edna's BakerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEdna's Bakery in San Luis Obispo provides artisan breads and baked goods for Field to Table catering events.
• Hearst Ranch BeefcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHearst Ranch Beef in San Simeon supplies premium grass-fed and grass-finished beef for Field to Table events, supporting their commitment to locally sourced proteins.
• Grover Beach SourdoughminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal sourdough bread provider for Field to Table events, supporting their locally sourced ingredient approach.
• Grassy Bar Oyster Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrassy Bar Oyster Co. in Morro Bay supplies fresh Pacific Coast oysters for Field to Table events, featured in raw bars and appetizer presentations.
• Cayucos Hot SauceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCayucos Hot Sauce provides artisanal hot sauces for Field to Table events, adding local flavor profiles to menu items.
• Central Coast CreamerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCentral Coast Creamery in Paso Robles provides artisan cheeses for grazing tables and event menus.
• Babe FarmscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBabe Farms in Santa Maria supplies specialty produce and vegetables for Field to Table events, supporting their commitment to Central Coast sourcing.
• Cal Poly San Luis ObispominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCal Poly Creamery provides dairy products for Field to Table events, supporting local agricultural partnerships.
• Leo Leo GelatominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeo Leo Gelato in Paso Robles provides artisan gelato for Field to Table events, offering Italian-inspired dessert options.
• Cookie Nook CompanyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCookie Nook Company provides macarons and desserts for Field to Table events, supporting their dessert offerings.
• Shanley FarmsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShanley Farms supplies produce for Field to Table events, supporting their locally sourced ingredient philosophy.
• Ali Beck PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAli Beck is a recommended photographer for Field to Table events, frequently capturing wedding and event images featured on the company website.
• Anna Delores PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnna Delores is a featured photographer who captures events catered by Field to Table, with work showcased on their website.
• Ashley Ludaescher PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAshley Ludaescher is a recommended photographer whose work appears in Field to Table event galleries.
• Ashley Rae StudiocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAshley Rae Studio is a featured photography partner for Field to Table events, with extensive wedding coverage on their website.
• Caroline Tran PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCaroline Tran is a recommended photographer frequently working with Field to Table at various venues.
• Emily Loeppke PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmily Loeppke is a featured photographer whose images appear extensively on the Field to Table website.
• Kelsea Holder PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKelsea Holder is a recommended photographer partner for Field to Table events.
• Natalie Bray PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNatalie Bray is a featured photography partner documented on the Field to Table website.
• Yvonne Goll PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYvonne Goll Photography is a recommended partner for capturing Field to Table events.
• Kelley Williams PhotographycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKelley Williams Photography is a featured photographer partner with work shown on the Field to Table website.
• Kim Alvarado FilmscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKim Alvarado Films is a recommended videographer for Field to Table events.
• Biddle RanchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBiddle Ranch is a featured venue in the Edna Valley wine country with vineyard views, recommended for weddings up to twelve guests in a 3,100 sq ft Vineyard House on 17 acres of Chardonnay vines.
• The Casitas EstatecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Casitas Estate in Arroyo Grande Valley is a featured venue with Spanish Revival architecture, panoramic vineyard views, gardens, groves, and fountains.
• Dos Pueblos Orchid FarmminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDos Pueblos Orchid Farm is a unique venue featuring ocean views and a greenhouse for cocktail hour, combining history, elegance, and modern vibes.
• Epoch Estate WinesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEpoch Estate Wines is a historic vineyard originally farmed by Ignacy Jan Paderewski in the early 1900s, offering history, romance, and elegance with incredible wines.
• Fess Parker Winery & VineyardcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFess Parker Winery & Vineyard in Santa Ynez Valley features Rodney's Vineyard on the upper mesa and Marcella's Garden for outdoor wedding ceremonies.
• Flying Caballos RanchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFlying Caballos Ranch in Edna Valley Wine Country is a featured venue with rolling hills, old world artistry combined with modern amenities on a historic ranch property.
• Foxen Canyon RanchminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFoxen Canyon Ranch is a working cattle ranch with a striking white barn, open gardens, expansive lawns, and century-old oaks for elegant barn weddings.
• Gainey VineyardcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGainey Vineyard in Santa Ynez Valley offers vineyard views, multiple venues for intimate parties to festive weddings, and estate-grown wines.
• Greengate Ranch & VineyardcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGreengate Ranch & Vineyard in Edna Valley spans 140 acres with four vacation rental homes, horse stables, a vintage wood barn, courtyard, and multiple grand lawns.
• Higuera RanchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHiguera Ranch is an 80-acre property with peaceful streams, romantic vineyards, a majestic Higuera Tree, Olive Grove, Private Patio with Rustic Barn, and bistro lights.
• La ArboledacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLa Arboleda is a family-owned countryside estate featuring rustic old-world romance with California wine country culture, lush gardens, and paved walkways.
• La Lomita RanchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLa Lomita Ranch in San Luis Obispo offers The Plaza, Oak Courtyard, Terrace and Pavilion for weddings up to 400 guests with lush landscape and vineyard views.
• Presqu'ile WinerycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPresqu'ile Winery is a 200-acre estate with vineyards, oak trees, amphitheater with eucalyptus grove, and a modern hospitality building with natural stone walls and vaulted wood ceilings.
• Rava WinescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRava Wines offers 5 indoor and outdoor spaces including a 17,000 sq ft indoor ballroom that can host up to 1,000 guests, with lake, olive grove, and courtyard options.
• Rincon PergolaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRincon Pergola is a five-level outdoor venue on a private family ranch with 360-degree ocean and mountain views, located 15 miles from Santa Barbara.
• Roblar Winery & FarmminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRoblar Winery & Farm spans 22 acres with a Winemaker's Pergola, one-acre produce farm, Tuxedo Barn, luxury ranch home, infinity pool and hot tub.
• Santa Barbara Court HouseminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSanta Barbara Court House is a historic dream wedding destination with red-tile rooftops, ocean breeze, and 300+ days of sunshine on California's South Coast.
• Santa Barbara Historical MuseumcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSanta Barbara Historical Museum offers Spanish California romance with two private, interconnected courtyards with native and exotic landscaping and splashing fountains.
• Santa Ynez RanchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSanta Ynez Ranch offers intimate to grand wedding possibilities with vineyard and mountain views, plus romantic lights reminiscent of Southern France.
• Swallow Creek RanchminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwallow Creek Ranch provides a blank canvas for wedding weekends with a historic creamery turned wedding suite and a 1969 Airstream trailer for the wedding party.
• Sunstone Villa & WinerycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSunstone Villa & Winery is an 8,500 sq ft Provencal French countryside-inspired estate with limestone from French chateaus and 52-acre estate views of Santa Ynez Mountains.
• Tuscan HillsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTuscan Hills is a Tuscan-inspired estate with panoramic coastlines and three beautifully landscaped tiers plus adjacent natural hillside.
• Spanish Oaks RanchcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpanish Oaks Ranch is a family-owned venue with land and beauty focused on making each celebration unforgettable in a loving, personal environment.
• Villa San-Juliette WinerycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVilla San-Juliette Winery is a Tuscan-styled property 8 miles north of Paso Robles with upper lawn, outdoor arbor, patio, and vineyard backdrop.
• The White BarncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe White Barn is an authentic wedding and private events venue in San Luis Obispo with rustic dairy barn, scenic views, and Santa Lucia Mountains backdrop.
• Zaca Creek RanchminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorZaca Creek Ranch is a 1,600-acre ranch with barn residence, rolling hills, oak canopied canyons, and mountain ranges in Santa Ynez Valley.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• 24 Carrots Catering & Events: Boutique Southern California wedding and corporate event caterer with a similar custom-menu, locally-sourced positioning; competes for the same high-end California wedding segment at a different but overlapping price tier and geography.
• Command Performance Catering: Bay Area boutique caterer specializing in weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings with custom menus; comparable boutique scale, customized event model, and California high-end market overlap.
• Sterling Catering: Texas-based boutique wedding and event caterer offering custom menus and full-service production; comparable boutique scale and custom-event business model despite different geographic footprint.
• Tres LA Catering: Los Angeles-based premium caterer specializing in weddings, corporate, and social events with custom menus and full-service production; comparable boutique scale and target customer profile.
• Feast Black Kitchen Catering: LA-based boutique caterer focused on weddings, corporate, and private events with custom seasonal menus; comparable in scale, customization approach, and Southern California high-end event market overlap.
• Tom Douglas Catering: Seattle-area chef-driven catering company offering weddings, corporate, and social events with locally sourced ingredients and custom menus; directly comparable boutique caterer model with strong regional brand.
• Heirloom LA: Los Angeles farm-to-table wedding and event caterer emphasizing seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and customized menus; highly comparable business model serving Southern California weddings and corporate events.
• Paula LeDuc Fine Catering: Long-established Bay Area boutique wedding and event caterer known for custom menus and high-end event production; directly comparable premium positioning and consultative sales motion in the California wedding market.
• Creme de la Cuisine: Los Angeles boutique catering company serving weddings, corporate, and private events with custom seasonal menus; comparable boutique-scale, customization-led catering model serving similar California clientele.

Broad incumbents

• Wolfgang Puck Catering: Nationally established premium catering brand serving weddings, corporate, and large-scale events across major U.S. markets; competes for the same high-end California event clients but at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/FTTevents

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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