From the Funk Zone to the Goodland.

The Sando Truck opened a week ago next to the Target Shopping Center parking lot in Goleta, near Jack in the Box. Freshly arrived from Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, The Sando Truck specializes in Japanese crispy katsu sandwiches made out of pork or chicken.

There’s also a potato salad sando and an egg salad sando.

The chicken, potato and pork sandwiches come in three- and six-piece portions. One’s a snack, and the other is more of a meal.

“Goleta, you sure know how to make the new food truck in town feel the love!” the company posted on Instagram. “We appreciate everyone who came out for our first few days, and our team is ready to serve up more Sandos this week!”

Although the Target Shopping Center is busy, The Sando Truck offers outdoor dining at several benches. The new setup offers easier pickup for to-go orders, improved catering options, and ample parking. It’s a space designed for comfort, convenience and community, the company said.

Owner Nick Gillio said he grew up eating katsu sandos during visits to his family in Japan, and they’ve always held a special place in his heart.

“The Goleta community has already been so warm and welcoming, and this move from the Funk Zone has given us the space we always envisioned: a relaxed, family-friendly spot with room to enjoy the outdoors,” Gillio said. “We’re still serving the same authentic Japanese katsu sandos made with traditionally sourced shokupan and our in-house panko, but now in a setting that feels more like our own place, rooted in the community.”

The Sando Truck is in Storke Plaza at 259 Storke Road.

The new setup offers easier pickup for to-go orders, improved catering options, and ample parking. It’s a space designed for comfort, convenience and community.

The deep-fried cut of pork or chicken is served on a “soft, fluffy Japanese shokupan bread,” according to the company’s website.

In Japan, the food can be found in stores, vending machines and restaurants.

The truck is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Target Shopping Center Rapidly Transforming

Goleta’s Target Shopping Center is emerging as the latest foodie destination with an eclectic mix of eats popping up. The owners of half of the mall at Hollister Avenue and Storke Road are revamping the facades on the businesses along Hollister.

The storefronts will be taller, glossier and modern. Several parking spaces are currently blocked out as crews work on the facades. Subway, Sam’s to Go, Pollofino and others have remained open during the construction.

Cajun Kitchen plans to reopen eventually, and Kyle’s Kitchen is moving from the Hollister Village Plaza to take up two spots.

“We anticipate the façade remodel will be completed in October,” a spokeswoman for Merlone Geier Partners said.

Impulse Rebrands to Aseva

Impulse, which delivers infrastructure and integration support, has changed its name to Aseva, “a name inspired by the Sanskrit word ‘seva,’ meaning selfless service,” according to a news release.

“This rebrand reflects more than just a new name — it signals our commitment to raising the bar in how we serve, support and scale with our customers,” Michael Papa, general manager of Aseva, said in a news release. “Providing exceptional service has always been at the heart of our business. The Aseva name captures that spirit with broader capabilities for IT leaders across the country.”

The company, based in Goleta, also has unveiled an updated website at aseva.com highlighting its comprehensive suite of IT services.

Ruben Lopez Joins Fauver, Large, Archbald & Spray

Ruben Lopez, an attorney for more than 25 years, is joining Fauver, Large, Archbald & Spray in Santa Barbara.

He will focus on estate planning, probate and trust administration matters, according to a news release.

Lopez worked in the Santa Barbara County Counsel’s Office, where he advised on complex property tax valuation cases and managed real property and financial civil litigation.

“As our firm continues to grow to meet the evolving needs of our clients, we are thrilled to welcome Mr. Lopez to the FLAS team,” said Dana Longo, a partner with the firm. “His practice areas are critical services in the Santa Barbara region, where families, business owners and property owners are focused on planning for the future. Mr. Lopez’s expertise in these areas strengthens our ability to support the community with skilled legal counsel.”

Lopez has a bachelor’s degree in political science from UC Santa Barbara, a master’s degree in business administration from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University and his juris doctorate from the Colleges of Law.

The firm is located on the fourth floor at 820 State St.