Chefs

The Lowcountry is home to world-class and world-famous chefs. Enjoy stories about their backgrounds, what inspires them and some tricks of the trade. Release your inner Julia Child. Stories are everywhere, and these chefs certainly have great ones about how they got to where they are today. Most have years of unique experience under their belts. With the abundance of restaurants in the Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort areas, these chefs cover an array of cuisine for all taste bud preferences. They offer tips that are easy to implement, so no matter your expertise in the kitchen, you will find them helpful. You may even learn some new cooking methods to try out at home. Impress your family and friends by perfecting your skills in the kitchen. Hats off to these amazing chefs who make our local restaurants so enjoyable.

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Orchid Paulmeier of One Hot Mama’s shares the symbiotic relationship between family and barbecue

One Hot Mama’s Chef Orchid runs her kitchen like she lives her life — surrounded by family, friends and feel-good food.

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Pitmaster Scott Bodkin’s 10 essential barbecue tips

Pitmaster and managing partner of Forrest Fire BBQ in Coligny, Scott Bodkin, is a master of smoking meat, creating flavors that “nourish your soul.”

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Pitmaster George Washington of GW’s Southern Catering & Smoked BBQ shares a few of his award-winning techniques

Aspiring pitmasters in need of a mentor, or anyone who’s simply wondering where they can get their next presidential pork, can check out GW’s Southern Catering & Smoked BBQ on Facebook.

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Local chefs and cooks share their go-to countries for culinary inspiration

These culinary artists draw from rich traditions and vibrant food cultures around the world to bring unique and exciting experiences to their tables.

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Ask the chef: How can I ensure I don’t add too much salt?

Dear Chef, I tend to over-salt and sometimes over-season my dishes as I experiment with flavors while cooking. How can I ensure I don’t add too much salt?

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A guide to balancing sweet and savory

Balancing flavor is both a scientific technique and an artistic endeavor, informed by professional training, intuitive understanding and practical experience.

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We asked local chefs their favorite fresh produce to work with

Fresh produce can really elevate a dish. We asked local chefs their favorite fresh produce to work with and their answers aren’t too surprising.

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Dear chef, when should I buy fresh herbs over dried herbs?

Dear chef, when should I buy fresh herbs over dried herbs? Which herbs are better dried? Are certain dishes better with a certain preparation of herbs and spices?

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Creating player menus for 2024 RBC Heritage takes months of planning

Ben Harris, resort executive chef at The Sea Pines Resort, has witnessed a significant evolution in the dietary preferences of RBC Heritage players.

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We asked local chefs their favorite celebrity chefs

We asked local chefs their favorite celebrity chefs and here is what they had to say.

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