Chef Matias Javier Lopez, the Founder and Head Chef of Patagonia On Fire, is a seasoned professional and culinary enthusiast. Lopez comes from a three-generation family with a long history in the production of traditional Argentine cuisine. He was raised in Patagonia, a part of South America known for its stunning and diverse landscape and bordered by Argentina and Chile. In order to showcase his Argentine heritage and the delectable cuisine that results from the area’s unique landscape, climate, and history, Lopez has founded Patagonia On Fire LLC as an exclusive catering company offering bespoke private dining experiences in California and beyond.