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2025 Chef Ambassadors

“I enjoy the challenge of consistently using as many local, seasonally inspired ingredients as possible on the menu.” – Chef Jeanne Koenigsberg

2025 Chef Ambassadors

“I enjoy the challenge of consistently using as many local, seasonally inspired ingredients as possible on the menu.” – Chef Jeanne Koenigsberg

Meet the Chefs Helping Shape South Carolina’s Culinary Scene

South Carolina’s 2025 Chef Ambassadors are redefining local cuisine, bringing bold flavors and showcasing the best of the state's local ingredients.

Meet Chef Shuai Wang

From his first food truck to his two restaurants, Chef Shuai Wang has crafted a career that honors his roots and South Carolina’s local ingredients.

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Meet Chef Darren Smith

Chef Darren Smith’s commitment to fresh, local flavors has been a staple of Conway’s food scene for over 30 years.

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Meet Chef Jeanne Koenigsberg

Chef Jeanne Koenigsberg found her passion for cooking at just 6 years old—and she’s never looked back.

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Jackrabbit Filly

Jackrabbit Filly serves bold, heritage-driven Chinese American cuisine, designed to be shared and enjoyed family-style.

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Rivertown Bistro

Emphasizing creativity and excellence, Rivertown Bistro puts a modern twist on classic American flavors.

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Swamp Rabbit Cafe

With a focus on community, Swamp Rabbit Cafe works with local, sustainable farmers to provide the highest-quality, best-tasting and freshest possible option for their customers.

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King BBQ

King BBQ combines Chinatown flavors with Southern smoke, offering roasted and chopped meats rooted in classic Chinese cooking with Chef Wang’American influences.

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Bonfire Taqueria

Bonfire Taqueria serves bold tacos and smoked meats, capturing the essence of slow, southern craftsmanship in every bite.

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