One of the most popular fundraising events of the year, the 18th annual Chef’s Potluck is set to take place on Sunday, May 17th from 4-7 p.m. at the stunning, marsh-side Porter Room at Holy City Brewing in North Charleston. With more than 25 talented local chefs teaming up with farmers, fishermen, and ranchers, this event promises to be packed with good company and the freshest local ingredients the Lowcountry has to offer. Tickets are all-inclusive and on sale now. Attendees can expect tastings from each chef, local beverages, good tunes, and raffle prizes. Early Access ticket holders can arrive at 4 p.m. for first dibs on exclusive drinks and bites in a more intimate atmosphere. Doors open at 5 p.m. for General Admission. Kids 12 and under are free.
"I have been attending the Chef's Potluck for many years and we always look forward to it. Aside from the good times, it really puts a spotlight on the depth of talent and passion in our local culinary and hospitality community. That it benefits Lowcountry Local First sweetens the deal. I am proud and honored to have our practice co-sponsor this year's event and hope to see the Lowcountry show up and support the work!" said David Thompson from the campaign’s co-sponsor, David Thompson Studio
Participating chefs from: Beautiful South, Bistronomy by NICO, Cane Pazzo, Carolima's, Cru Catering, Delicias Del Tio, Edmund's Original, Indaco, Jackrabbit Filly, King BBQ, Kingstide, La Cave, Lewis Barbecue, Lola Rose, Malagon, Malika Canteen, Pearlz, Rancho Lewis, Rivayat Creative Indian, S.N.O.B., Ted's Butcherblock, The Grocery, The James, The Obstinate Daughter, The Pass, The Walrus Raw Bar and Tutti Churros.
Beverage providers include: Beyond Distilling Co., Charleston Distilling Co., Coast Brewing Co., Don Gato Tequila, Don Luchi Wines, Edmund's Oast Brewing, Frothy Beard Brewing Company, Holy City Brewing, Grassroots Wine, One Love Kombucha, Pusser’s Rum, Snafu Brewing, and Sechey.
Participating Farmers include: Bulls Bay Salt, Coastal Cattle Company, Common Joy, Ghost Grow 843, Hickory Bluff Berry Farm, Joseph Fields Farm, Lowland Farms, Marsh Hen Mill, Olinda Olives and Olive Oil, The Peculiar Pig Farm, White House Farms Heirloom Rice, and Wishbone Heritage Farm.
This event is a part of Lowcountry Local First’s annual Eat Drink Local Season that runs April through June 2026. Eat Drink Local Season is an initiative to raise awareness of the positive community benefits of supporting Lowcountry farms, fishers, chefs, beverage producers and purveyors. Throughout the campaign, LLF will share educational opportunities and events for the community to actively engage in eating what is ripe and in season. The public is encouraged to check out the 150+ food/beverage businesses and farms in Lowcountry Local First’s online business directory and use their blog to discover a farmers market or CSA to support.