About Us

We believe that food brings us closer together – even for those of us from different backgrounds and cultures. We love exploring regional cuisines and drawing inspiration from diverse ingredients, seasonings, and cooking techniques. But ultimately, our goal is to facilitate human connection and interaction. And food is the perfect medium for that.

Our Story

Toast Catering is where the best of Southern California and the South of France come together, thanks to owners Kim and Sam. Kim, a San Diego native, brings a wealth of experience in retail and merchandising, including time at the Four Seasons Hotel.

It was there she discovered her passion for design and customer service. She has a knack for making spaces beautiful — whether it's décor or food stations.

Sam, born in Iran and a longtime resident of the South of France, moved to the U.S. after meeting and falling in love with Kim. His fondest childhood memories center around family gatherings filled with delicious food. What he loves most about catering is seeing smiles light up when people try his food — and the constant opportunity to learn and grow.

His deep exposure to diverse flavors is the backbone of our philosophy: a commitment to authentic, vibrant food. That philosophy is reflected in our eclectic menu, which celebrates culinary traditions from around the world.

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is simple: prepare food primarily on-site, use the freshest ingredients available, and maintain a menu that stays both current and authentic.

Why Customers Love Toast Catering

Customers love Toast Catering because we put them first. We aim to provide a friendly, personal experience, and our clients feel that. Don’t take our word for it; here’s what they say:

“You can see, feel and taste the love they pour into each dish.”

“Once we got to the tasting and heard more about how it was founded (and tasted the food!), I felt reassured that they knew what they were doing! And this was proved a thousand times over on the wedding day.”

“Unfussy but classy. Unpretentious but excellent taste. For the foodies who love fine dining as much as street food!”

“Not exaggerating, every single person we invited to the wedding raved (and still does today) about the food.”

Our Team

Toast is powered by a diverse, tight-knit team bound by hospitality. They’re the reason we’re able to consistently deliver top-quality food and memorable experiences. Our core team consists of the following people:

Chef/Owner: Sam Behnam
General Manager/Owner: Kim Behnam
Chef de Cuisine: Lloyd Edwards