Food that Builds Community
Candlestick Ravine started right here in Long Beach, with a simple idea:
The best salsa tells a story.
Come by the kitchen
We love meeting the people behind every order. Stop by, say hi, grab a bite, and see where the salsa gets made. Have a question or want to talk through an event? Send us a message below and we'll get back to you soon.
Ours is about heritage, resilience, and what happens when a community shows up for each other. Every container is made by hand, with fresh ingredients and nothing fake mixed in. No preservatives, no shortcuts. Just honest salsa, made the way your abuela would approve.
Bring us to your next gathering
From birthday parties to corporate events, we create custom menus inspired by everyday connections with people from all over the world, crafted to fit exactly what you're looking for. Let us bring the magic of unforgettable food straight to your table.
Uncompromising Freshness and Dedication
Everything we serve starts from scratch, because that's what your event deserves. Whether that means rolling out fresh tortillas, pressing delicate empanadas, or baking bread in house, we do it all ourselves, start to finish.
Customized Catering Solutions
We adapt to your environment and schedule instead of forcing a one size fits all approach. When we're serving fast paced production crews with limited time on set, for example, we pre pack individual meals so everything runs smoothly without cutting corners on quality.
Full Service and Drop Off Options
From drop off orders to full scale catering, we tailor the details to fit your event's timeline and scope.
Small Batch Salsas
Award Winning Favorites
Proudly recognized in the Long Beach Fresh competition, our Cilantro Pesto and Pineapple Habanero took home top honors, alongside fan favorites like our smoky Fire Roasted Green and creamy Jalapeño Crema.
Artisanal Chili Oils
Elevate any meal with our small batch Salsa Macha and Green Chili Oils, made with premium, 100% pure extra virgin olive oil sourced from Ebla, a Syrian American, family run brand rooted in Southern California.
Family Recipe Specialties
Our scratch made seasonal mole follows a cherished recipe passed down from James's abuelita in Puebla, Mexico, packaged fresh in convenient containers.
Discover your next favorite salsa or chili oil, from mild to hot, there's one for every palate. All handcrafted in small batches to ensure quality and freshness, they're ready to enhance any meal, whether you're cooking from scratch or simply adding them to what's already on your plate.
Our Story
The Journey
Everything we make is done with intention. We know we aren't just feeding your body, we're feeding your soul, and we make sure we're doing right by everyone who walks through our doors. Whether you're grabbing a quick coffee on foot, picking up our small batch salsas, or bringing us out to cater your next gathering, our goal is simple: to make you feel like part of this community, not just a customer passing through.
Neighborhood Love
Roots in Westside Long Beach
This neighborhood is home, and we're proud of it. We partner with Cabrillo High School to feature student art in our space, and we try to build real connections right where we live. We're also members of the Westside Business Alliance and proud allies within the Long Beach LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
From busy weekday mornings at the café to custom spreads for local celebrations, our community has embraced our scratch made approach, helping our award winning salsas and family inspired recipes find a place on your tables.
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Artisan Flavors
Fresh Ingredients
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Original
Hours
Daily · 10AM – 10PM
Find Us
2052 Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810
Phone
(562) 294-6268
Drop us a line
for catering inquiries, partnership notes, or just to say hello.