Our Chef

Founded in 2018 by Nathan Metts, Life of the South Catering is a well-established catering business located in downtown Newnan, Georgia. After completing his Culinary Arts Degree from the Art Institute of Atlanta, Nathan spent the past 12 years building his career as a professional chef. In May of 2021, Life of the South Catering opened its first market retail location. The store front offers an intimate catering venue for small dinner parties, as well as a market for casseroles, steaks, chicken salad, pimento cheese, and other delicious market food items. The owner envisions a business that provides southern hospitality, fresh food, and an exceptional catering experience. 

Nathan is originally from Lakeland, Georgia and began professionally cooking in 2010.

Sous Chef

Born in Lakeland, Georgia, Ashley was raised on a farm, learning the aspects of hard work and loyalty. He spent many years managing a Quail Plantation in South Georgia, before moving to Newnan. In 2020, he began his career as Sous Chef and Kitchen Manager for Life of the South Catering.

Seated from left to right:  Nathan Metts, Jen Martin, Ashley Luke