Wylder's food philosophy and mission
The roots of REAL food
At Wylder Space, we are dedicated to the REAL Food Movement, using whole, unprocessed ingredients sourced from local farmers practicing regenerative agriculture.
At Wylder Space, we are dedicated to the REAL Food Movement, using whole, unprocessed ingredients sourced from local farmers practicing regenerative agriculture.
Our Farmer Partners
We take pride in our relationships with farmers who share our values.
We take pride in our relationships with farmers who share our values.
Honoring Tradition
We practice the art of food preservation, fermenting, pickling and dehydrating. Our stocks are made from scratch and we are a seed oil free kitchen.
We practice the art of food preservation, fermenting, pickling and dehydrating. Our stocks are made from scratch and we are a seed oil free kitchen.
Meet Molly BravoFounder and Creative Spirit behind Wylder SpaceBack in 2004, I had this wild dream that wouldn't let me go. I wanted to show people the magic of real food – not just what ends up on their plate, but the whole beautiful journey from our farmers and how we source ingredients, to the meals we choose to nurture people with. For nearly 20 years now, I've been on an incredible adventure, getting my hands dirty in the real food movement, supporting our local CSAs. Food is and always will be, my medium for connection.This journey took an unexpected turn when I sat down to interview my 88-year-old father. What started as a simple desire to preserve his stories for my son Spicoli blossomed into something much bigger. As I began collecting wisdom from our elders – their stories of growing food, cooking from scratch, and gathering around tables – I realized this was exactly what I'd been trying to share through Wylder Space all along.Today, our mission has deepened. Whether we're catering your special event or sharing the wisdom of our elders through our "Nourishing Traditions" course, we're all about getting back to our roots. The way our grandparents did things – simple, intentional, connected to the land and to each other.From our little slice of paradise in the Santa Cruz Mountains, we're preserving traditions, building community, and bringing people back to what matters most: real food, prepared with love.At Wylder Space, every gathering we cater and every tradition we teach is an invitation to step out of the rush and into a slower, simpler way of being.
As always, it's an honor to connect and we're so grateful to have this opportunity to cook for you 💜
Our Mission
At Wylder Space, we’re reimagining catering by focusing on what truly matters:
- Real Food: We source directly from local farmers – real people we've known for years who grow food with intention and care. This isn't just about checking a "local" box; it's about supporting the folks who make honest food possible and knowing exactly where every ingredient on your plate comes from.
- Authenticity: In our kitchen, we lean into traditional methods – fermentation, pickling, preservation and slow food. They're the backbone of how we cook, passed down through generations.
- Connection: When we create an event experience, we're thinking beyond the menu. We're crafting spaces where people naturally slow down and settle in. Where conversations flow easily and the usual distractions fall away. It's amazing what happens when you gather people around the dinner table. I've always said, there are 2 things that will bring people together anywhere in the world- one is a smile and the other is a home cooked meal.
Testimonials
⭐️“The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about it!”
⭐️“The Wylder Space team made our wedding stress-free and unforgettable. Their attention to detail was impeccable.”
⭐️“We loved the commitment to local and organic ingredients. It really made a difference in the taste and quality of the dishes.”
⭐️“The Wylder Space team made our wedding stress-free and unforgettable. Their attention to detail was impeccable.”
⭐️“We loved the commitment to local and organic ingredients. It really made a difference in the taste and quality of the dishes.”
What Events Do We Cater?
Wylder Space caters to weddings, corporate retreats, private parties, and community gatherings. Each menu is custom-made to suit your event's unique needs.
Wylder Space caters to weddings, corporate retreats, private parties, and community gatherings. Each menu is custom-made to suit your event's unique needs.
Dietary Restrictions?
We accommodate various dietary needs, including vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-specific requests. Let us know your preferences, and we’ll craft the perfect menu.
We accommodate various dietary needs, including vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-specific requests. Let us know your preferences, and we’ll craft the perfect menu.
How to Book
Booking is easy! Fill out our event inquiry form or call us at (831) 704-7494 to discuss your event details.
Booking is easy! Fill out our event inquiry form or call us at (831) 704-7494 to discuss your event details.
