About Us - Woodstock Farina

Victor Melchor - Founder of Woodstock Farina

Meet Victor Melchor

Growing up in a Mexican household, I was surrounded by the rich tradition of cooking with fire and smoke. From carne asada on open flames to homemade tortillas, food was always at the heart of our family gatherings.

When I discovered the art of wood-fired pizza making, I saw an opportunity to blend my heritage with artisanal pizza-making traditions. The result? Woodstock Farina—where authentic Mexican flavors meet the timeless craft of wood-fired cooking.

Every pizza we make honors both traditions, cooked at 800°F in our mobile wood-fired oven, bringing that unique smoky flavor to events across Ventura County and for celebrations beyond the county as well.

Heritage & Tradition

Where Mexican cooking traditions meet Italian craftsmanship

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Wood-Fired Tradition

Cooking with wood fire is central to Mexican cuisine—from street tacos to traditional barbacoa. We honor this tradition in every pizza we make.

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Mexican Flavors

From al pastor to street corn, we incorporate authentic Mexican ingredients and recipes into our pizzas, creating unique flavor combinations.

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Artisanal Craft

Each pizza is hand-stretched and crafted with care, using traditional techniques perfected over years of practice and dedication.

The Wood-Fired Process

What makes wood-fired pizza special

High Temperature

Our oven reaches 800°F, creating the perfect environment for a crispy crust with a soft, chewy interior. This temperature can't be achieved in conventional ovens.

Smoky Flavor

Wood smoke infuses each pizza with a unique, subtle smokiness that adds depth and character. This is the signature of authentic wood-fired cooking.

Quick Cooking

Pizzas cook in just 90 seconds to 2 minutes at these high temperatures, locking in freshness and ensuring your guests are served quickly at events.

Perfect Char

The intense heat creates those characteristic leopard spots on the crust—a mark of authentic Neapolitan-style pizza and proof of perfect wood-fired cooking.

As Featured In

Recognized by local and regional publications

805 Living

Featured in 805 Living magazine for bringing authentic wood-fired pizza catering to Ventura County's events.

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VoyageLA

Victor shared his journey and the inspiration behind Woodstock Farina in an exclusive VoyageLA interview.

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CANVASREBEL

An in-depth look at the story behind the business and what makes Woodstock Farina unique in the catering industry.

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Voiced Podcast

Listen to Victor discuss his heritage, business journey, and passion for wood-fired cooking on the Voiced Podcast.

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Our Values

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Community First

We're proud to serve Ventura County and build relationships with our clients. Every event is personal to us.

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Quality Ingredients

We use only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients and source locally whenever possible.

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Authenticity

From our recipes to our cooking methods, we stay true to traditional wood-fired techniques and Mexican flavors.

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Passion & Pride

Every pizza we make carries the pride of our heritage and the passion for exceptional food.

Our Story