About

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A Seattle Catering Company Built on the Art of Hosting

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Born in Seattle. 
Built by Gourmondo.

Olivina is Gourmondo's labor of love — the first chapter of something entirely its own. Born from more than thirty years of culinary excellence and a reputation built on trust, Olivina exists to do one thing with singular focus: transform your most important moments into memories that endure.

What makes Olivina different?

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Bespoke Design & Planning
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Chef-Driven Excellence
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Limitless Creativity & Execution
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Hospitality As Art

The Talent Behind Every Detail

Our culinary team brings depth of experience, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence to every event we plan

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Executive Chef

Bill Morris

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Director of Culinary Operations

Tyler Hefford-Anderson

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Chef de cuisine

Adam Hoffman

Seamless by Design. Personal by Nature.

Our planning team is trusted to bring vision to life with precision, creativity, and care, so you can be fully present in every moment.

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Director of Sales and Business Development

Emily Schiller

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Catering Event Manager

Jewel Guerette

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Senior Catering Event Planner

Kim Kiefer

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Marketing & Business Development Manager

Lindsay Miller

Press

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Seattle Magazine

Outside the Box: Gourmondo Founder Launches Olivina

"What started with $4,000 from a refinanced car (and a tiny café in Pike Place Market) has grown into a regional empire. With her new venture, Leinonen plans to continue her dedication to fresh, quality, seasonal ingredients and helping Northwesterners mark special moments in their lives."
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Seattle Magazine

Rearview Mirror: A Buzz at Salish Lodge, Gourmondo’s Next Steps, and a Spooky Casino

“It’s about creating connection, celebrating life’s biggest moments and making people feel genuinely cared for. Olivina allows us to elevate every part of that experience while continuing to grow Gourmondo and serve our clients in new ways.”
Fabulous Washington

Fabulous Washington

Seattle’s Catering Scene Celebrates 30 Years of Gourmondo and the Launch of Olivina

"In some ways, the Olivina spread felt like an elevated version of Gourmondo. But the concept goes beyond that, with a focus on bespoke events and personalized attention."