Brenda Backal

Meet Brenda

My name is Brenda Backal. I’m the Chef and owner of Bback4more and now La Vida Culinary. We offer the restaurant-quality experience you crave with personalized touches curated exclusively for you and your guests. Our menu includes fine dining, pub fare, gourmet desserts, and delicious dessert tables.

We offer an array of cuisines, including cultural recipes passed down through generations and our new, modern twists. La Vida Culinary Company is here to elevate your next family or corporate event to new culinary heights.

I became a Chef by accident. I have always loved to cook for others so I began making churros and funnel cakes for my husband's friends for company picnics and birthdays. Soon, orders began pouring in for more and I realized nothing brought me more joy than people enjoying my food. From there I went on to study at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, graduating with my honors degree in Patisserie Baking. I then extended my knowledge of culinary skills by training with different chefs from around the world, training as a Sous Chef and eventually moving up to the Executive Chef at various restaurants with Top Chefs. My career has put me alongside some of the best Chefs in the business! as well as working with the Los Angeles Rams. Today, I am a private chef, caterer, and pastry chef and I also teach cooking classes to bring my love of the culinary arts to as many people as I can. I also offer made-to-order shipments of my famous scones, cookies, tortillas, mole sauces, salsa, and more! Book a consultation to find out how I can help bring your next event to new culinary A native of Mexico,

Brenda’s been cooking since she was 8 years old, giving her ample time to perfect the craft. After years of working for others, she decided to branch out on her own with BBack 4 More and BB's Kitchen and now at La Vida Culinary Company. You could say it’s been a success given Brenda catered for the LA Rams, serving up breakfast for over 100 people six days a week.

However, you don’t have to be a football star to try this cuisine. You can sample her food specialties and more if you catch her rolling through the streets.

Chef Brenda Backal is a highly skilled private chef known for delivering gourmet, restaurant-quality meals in the comfort of your home. With over 20 years of fine dining experience and a prestigious background, including three years as a chef for the Los Angeles Rams, she brings precision, flavor, and creativity to every dish. Her specialties include personalized meal prep tailored to individual dietary needs such as autoimmune protocols, weight loss, gluten-free, family-friendly, and wellness-focused meals. Chef Brenda also offers intimate catering for small gatherings, hands-on cooking classes, and global cuisine experiences—from pasta-making and sushi to traditional Mexican stews. She uses fresh, seasonal ingredients to craft meals that are both nourishing and unforgettable. Whether you’re a busy parent, wellness enthusiast, or someone who simply wants to eat better without the stress of cooking, Chef Brenda provides a personalized and elevated culinary service designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.