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.

2025 Chef Ambassadors

From Conway to Greenville to Charleston, the 2025 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors are serving up fresh, local and unforgettable flavors.

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.

2023 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.

2022 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.

2020-2021 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.

2019 Chef Ambassadors

Meet this year’s South Carolina Chef Ambassadors. Find out about some of the Palmetto State’s top chefs, from how they got started in the culinary industry to how they stay inspired and motivated in the kitchen today.

2018 Chef Ambassadors

Get to know the South Carolina Chef Ambassadors. From their favorite restaurants to where they like to shop for fresh ingredients, the South Carolina Chef Ambassadors are here to help you navigate the Palmetto State's culinary scene.

Take a Culinary Road Trip along the Ultimate SC Foodie Trail

From the mountains to the sea and everywhere in between, there’s an SC Chef Ambassador waiting to wow you.

2017 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.

2016 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.

2015 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.

Satisfy Your Cravings and Dine Local at These SC Chef Ambassador Restaurants

These Chef Ambassador restaurants offer expanded outdoor seating plus curbside, takeout and delivery options.

Get to know all of the South Carolina Chef Ambassadors

See how the South Carolina Chef Ambassadors have made their mark with these signature dishes that define the cuisine of the Palmetto State.

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