Sweet potato Souffle

We asked local chefs their favorite Thanksgiving side

Chef’s favorite things

Ever wonder what local chefs serve at their Thanksgiving tables? We asked, and they delivered! From timeless favorites to unique takes, here are the side dishes our local culinary experts can’t go without.


The Sea Pines Resort

“My go-to is a classic from my grandmother. Sweet potato souffle with brown butter and pecan crumble. The reason is simple: it reminds me of her and Thanksgiving as a kid. It’s always a crowd pleaser, and I’m happy to share something from my childhood with my children.” 

— Chef Benjamin Harris

Sweet potato Souffle

Charlie’s Coastal Bistro

“My new favorite dessert for the holiday season is salted caramel pie. It’s really easy and versatile.” 

– Chef Josh Castillo

Salted Caramel Pie

Palmetto Bay Sunrise Cafe

“My favorite side dish for Thanksgiving is green beans. That’s just always been my favorite. Everything about Thanksgiving gets kind of starchy to me, and I just love the classic veggies.” 

– Leslie Stewart

Homemade Sauteed Green Beans with Salt and Pepper

Lulu Kitchen

“Originally, it was spoon bread (something my grandmother from Belgium would make). It’s a soft, smooth version of cornbread but so much better. But then my mother-in-law turned me on to her carrot soufflé: a wonderful side dish that goes with everything Thanksgiving. It’s light and fluffy, sweet and savory and loved by all at the Thanksgiving table.” 

– Chef Scott Hastings

carrot souffle or flan

Wexford

“My favorite Thanksgiving side dish has always been crab cakes. Being from Maryland, these were a holiday tradition. Turkey and stuffing were fine, but the crab cakes were the best. My mother’s recipe contained five ingredients, which were mostly crab! I love them dearly and still prepare them at home every Thanksgiving.” 

– Chef Robert G. Wysong

Homemade crab cakes on a plate with lemon

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