2023 Chef Ambassadors

“The best part of what I do is getting to share it with people. Everyone should have something like that in their life.” - Chef Marcus Shell

2023 Chef Ambassadors

“The best part of what I do is getting to share it with people. Everyone should have something like that in their life.” - Chef Marcus Shell

2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors

Get to know the 2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors and the big flavors, imaginative pairings and interactive dining experiences they’re serving up in the Palmetto State.

Greatness Grown: 2023 Chef Ambassadors

Learn about the importance of seasonality and the farmers behind great ingredients from the 2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors: Marcus Shell, Erica McCier and Rob Masone.

Meet Chef Erica McCier

Chef Erica McCier has been redefining the dining scene in Abbeville with dishes that are a fusion of Southern and global flavors.

Indigenous Underground

With a focus on using local vendors for everything from vegetables and buttermilk to stone-ground grits, Indigenous Underground weaves Southern flavors into dishes from around the world.

Smoked Gouda Agnolotti

Discover the culinary fusion of Afro-Indigenous flavors in 2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassador Erica McCier’s recipe for smoked gouda agnolotti.

Meet Chef Rob Masone

After years of honing his skills and building a reputation as one of the Carolinas’ most vibrant chefs, Chef Rob Masone has become a star on the catering and event scene in Rock Hill.

Kounter Dining

Named in honor of the historic Friendship 9 civil rights era sit-in, Kounter puts an imaginative and innovative spin on farm-fresh ingredients.

Wood-Fired Fish Tacos with Papaya Salsa

2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassador Rob Masone shares his recipe for wood-fired fish tacos that are easy to make and pack a flavorful punch.

Meet Chef Marcus Shell

The head chef at Historic Charleston French brasserie 39 Rue de Jean, Chef Marcus Shell has earned a reputation for culinary excellence.

39 Rue de Jean

A refined French cafe and bar reminiscent of a late 1800’s brasserie, 39 Rue de Jean features Parisian-inspired classics, custom cocktails and a tailored selection of wines.