Leading with Flavor and Community
The South Carolina Chef Ambassador program seeks chefs who embody the best of South Carolina’s food scene, both in the quality of their ingredients and in their devotion to playing an active role in their communities—distinguishing themselves as culinary leaders.
Leading with Flavor and Community
The South Carolina Chef Ambassador program seeks chefs who embody the best of South Carolina’s food scene, both in the quality of their ingredients and in their devotion to playing an active role in their communities—distinguishing themselves as culinary leaders.
Discover South Carolina’s Chef Ambassadors
Learn about South Carolina’s culinary scene from the people who know it best. Take a tour through some of the Palmetto State’s top restaurants and kitchens as you hear from the people who create mouthwatering dishes in them. From where they like to eat to how they like to cook, South Carolina’s Chef Ambassadors share their cooking talents. Get to know chefs, along with their restaurants, as you make your way through South Carolina’s culinary landscape.
2024 Chef Ambassadors
From following their bliss to overcoming language barriers, the 2024 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors share their culinary influences and what makes being a chef in the Palmetto State unique.
Read More2023 Chef Ambassadors
Get to know the 2023 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors as they share their biggest career challenges, the local products they can’t get enough of and the dining experiences they hope to craft for their patrons.
Read More2022 Chef Ambassadors
From their favorite South Carolina ingredients and signature dishes to what they look forward to sharing with the dining public, the 2022 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors share their culinary influences and what they love about being a chef in the Palmetto State.
Read More2020-2021 Chef Ambassadors
Get to know the 2020 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors. From growing up in the restaurant business to apprenticing in some of Italy’s most reputable restaurants, the 2020 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors share their journeys to culinary excellence.
Read More2017 Chef Ambassadors
Meet the Chef Ambassadors of South Carolina and discover the culinary genius behind their dishes. From sharing their favorite restaurants to showcasing unique cooking styles, the 2017 Chef Ambassadors are here to guide you through the Palmetto State's culinary landscape.
Read More2016 Chef Ambassadors
Get to know the 2016 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors. Follow along as they share some of the culinary secrets of the Palmetto State, from where to find the best locally sourced products to their favorite restaurants.
Read More2015 Chef Ambassadors
South Carolina Chef Ambassadors share their love of fresh ingredients, local products and all things culinary. Learn about the cuisine of the Palmetto State from the people who know it best.
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