About Us

Like the Best Wine, the Best Food Begins on the Farm

It’s no secret that California wine country is the destination to savor sips of the best Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and more. What is a tad understated? The incredible bounty produced by local farms – the fresh, seasonal abundance that offers us the beautiful opportunity to create dishes thoughtfully and sustainably.

As soulful, eco-conscious chefs, we believe in the lasting power of a good meal and are devoted to shining a spotlight on the incredible flavors of local food. We look at food as impressionable art, and we love playing up their magic with cooking methods that are inventive and refined. 

This means that La Saison creations both delight and leave an imprint – from the presentation and the taste to the heart and soul that went into making it. You can trust that we have honored everything that comes from our farmer’s hands to yours.

 

*We honor our founding team members who helped us get here

Who We Are

La Saison is a farmer-focused catering and provisions company based in Napa Valley that marries exquisite artistry and taste with a soulful, people-first approach to everything we do. 

We lead with a deep respect and reverence for farmers.
We prioritize the health and happiness of our team.
We deliver flawless warmth and care to our guests.

Just as our namesake implies, we are all about celebrating the season – by sourcing what is available locally, keeping meals vegetable-forward, and partnering with the best wineries, companies, and people. While our mission has always been to create unforgettable memories for our guests, we are also committed to setting a new precedent for how hospitality thoughtfully sources. Instead of having a negative impact on the planet, team, local communities, and the food itself, our approach models how to honor the circle of life by deeply respecting local farmers and nurturing everyone and everything our food touches.

 

Meet Our Founder, Natalie Niksa

 
Natalie
Executive Chef
Chief sprinkler of sparkles and dough master

“We’re 60 saisons and growing.” - Natalie, 2022 

Natalie Niksa started her culinary journey destined for Napa Valley. After graduating at the top of her class from The Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park where she was President of the campus’s wine society, she was serendipitously paired with a chef based in California wine country – and two years later she landed a coveted apprenticeship at The French Laundry. At just 24 years old, she was inspired to launch La Saison where she set out to create extraordinary culinary experiences that left a lasting imprint on her guests while also prioritizing the health and happiness of her team. Her people-first approach is the heart and soul of the La Saison brand; something that can be felt in every collaboration and creation. Today, La Saison remains a top-tier catering and provisions company that has partnered with 100-point wineries across Napa Valley and with corporations like Google, LinkedIn, and Netflix.
 

Meet Our Team



Caroline
The Kitchen Manager
Constantly processing, creating, communicating...
 

Hannah
Founding Team Member
Creative Consultant
 


Alisa
Captain
Front of the House
Michael
Co-Captain 
Bottle Handler & Yogi
Blanca
The Assistant
Inside the Kitchen and Out
Gilberto
Cook in Training
Support to All
 

Hilary
Head of Deliveries
Channeler of Connection and Magic
 


   

REST ALLOWS US TO GIVE

We are closed on Sundays and Mondays

We will also be encouraging our team time to recharge on the following dates and will be closed:
March 12th-19th 
July 2nd-9th
Thanksgiving
December 24th and 25th
January 1st and 2nd 

 

*Photo Credit to the extraordinary women we have been honored to work with including: Carly Hackbarth, Sara Beth Turner, Michelle Pattee, Vivan Sachs, Emma K. Morris

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