10/01/2025
Our hearts go out to the Staines family and everyone who loved and knew Ms. Elvi. She is a legend and icon and helped put San Pedro on the global culinary radar. Our sincere condolences. 💔
It’s with the heaviest of hearts that we say goodbye to Ms. Elvi, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, jefa, friend to all, and a true pillar of our community in San Pedro. Ms. Elvi lived a long and influential life, leaving an undeniable mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind her legacy– the highly established Elvi’s Kitchen, and her large, united family. A testament to her dedication, warmth, and love for her community. As we prepare to honor her memory, we invite everyone to join us in celebrating her remarkable life.