Virtual Food Hall Is Very Real in Santa Clarita Valley

Tucked away in the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley, The SCV Hub—a virtual food hall and community dining space—is redefining how locals connect with gastronomy. Co-founded by Chris Collins and Scott Wesselhoff, The SCV Hub fosters a deep commitment to organic and locally sourced ingredients.

But it also intentionally serves as a launchpad for small businesses. “We wanted to create something for the diners and people that want food, but also provide an opportunity for startups,” says Collins, adding that there are 18 commercial kitchen spaces. “Having a spot at The SCV Hub is a lot more economical than trying to build out even a small brick-and-mortar.”

As such, this innovative concept isn’t just about convenience. It’s also a testament to the power of solidarity and the shared love for fresh, wholesome eats. “Santa Clarita is a very tight-knit community, and everyone here believes in supporting local businesses,” Collins says.

It’s a virtual food hall because you order through an online platform and can pick up the freshly made food in the lobby or have it delivered. There are also dine-in options with indoor and patio seating.

This model offers entrepreneurs a more affordable way to thrive. The result? A curated mix of culinary curators, each bringing something unique to the table.

So you’ll find eateries like Blossoms Sweet Kitchen with its organic, plant-based menu; T.C.G. Dim Sum and Noodle House; Los Tacoholics; and Mississippi-Georgia Fried, specializing in Southern cooking, among others.

One of these curators is Alyssa Ortiz, co-founder of Los Coffeeholics, which is the only storefront at The SCV Hub. Los Coffeeholics is a Latina-owned business specializing in crafting Latin-inspired lattes and teas, like the horchata latte and mazapán latte. (For the record, you can also get caffeinated classics like an Americano or a cappuccino.)

“Every tenant is a small, independently owned business,” says Ortiz, describing The SCV Hub as a collaborative place. “We’re all working hard and striving to see our businesses succeed.”

The coffee aficionado’s journey to finding the right ingredients reflects The SCV Hub’s broader ethos. Before opening Los Coffeeholics, Ortiz spent a year attending coffee events and tasting beans at local markets. “We wanted to make sure we were using products that aligned with our values,” Ortiz says. This attention to quality and sustainability mirrors the focus of other vendors at The SCV Hub.

In addition to supporting tenants like Ortiz, Collins and his team are actively pursuing partnerships with businesses that prioritize health-conscious, locally sourced menus. “There’s a growing demand for healthy food alternatives,” Collins says. In other words, The SCV Hub is committed to offering options that reflect the community’s ever-evolving tastes.

But Collins also aims to create a space where neighbors can gather and share meals. “It’s about giving people more reasons to stay and enjoy the experience,” says Collins, who adds that he hopes to transform the patio area into a beer garden offering local craft brews.

For Ortiz, being at The SCV Hub offers a chance to grow her business while building relationships with other vendors and customers.

“We’re able to create a welcoming environment where people can come enjoy their food and coffee together,” she says. This collective effort not only uplifts individual businesses but also enriches the Santa Clarita Valley’s food scene.

Even as it adapts to changing trends, Collins hopes to see The SCV Hub continue as a platform for local entrepreneurs. While he acknowledges the potential benefits of bringing in bigger names to attract foot traffic (think Wingstop or Buffalo Wild Wings), Collins’s focus remains on uplifting small businesses. “The priority is always on supporting local,” he emphasizes.

In case you’re still not sure what The SCV Hub has to offer, the experience promises more than just a meal. With new innovations in the works—like a group ordering system where offices can place and pay for individual orders for a single delivery—it’s clear that Collins designed The SCV Hub to meet modern needs without forgetting about core values.

All in all, The SCV Hub proves that you don’t have to sacrifice convenience for quality—or vice versa. With its focus on organic ingredients, locally owned kitchens and an inclusive approach to dining, The SCV Hub is more than a virtual food hall. It’s a celebration of the Santa Clarita Valley’s spirit.

If you’re interested in renting a kitchen at The SCV Hub, visit TheSFVHub.com/work-with-us.

The SCV Hub
23460 Cinema Dr., Valencia
TheSCVHub.com

FIRE UPDATE: We checked in with Chris Collins and learned that, fortunately, none of their tenants were affected by the fires. While there were some evacuations for employees, no major losses were suffered.

Los Coffeeholics and Los Tacoholics hosted a fundraiser where they donated 50% of their sales for the day to help fire victims. The SCV Hub matched their donations.

Keto Sweets, who does farmers’ markets and other types of festivals, also donated proceeds to fire victims.