52 www.CharlestonWomenPodcast.com | www.ReadCW.com | www.Instagram.com/CharlestonWomen KARDEA BROWN: FOOD NETWORK HOST AND RISING RESTAURATEUR Kardea Brown brought Gullah Geechee culture to the forefront of the national food scene through her original pop-up restaurant, The New Gullah Supper Club. Honoring the recipes and stories passed down from her mother and grandmother, Brown has helped spread the unique flavors of West African-inspired cuisine across the country. Her role as host and judge on Food Network shows such as “Delicious Miss Brown,” “Chopped Junior” and “Beat Bobby Flay” has further solidified her influence in the culinary world. With her newest venture, Kardea Brown’s Southern Kitchen, set to open in Charleston International Airport this spring, travelers will soon experience her signature dishes firsthand, showcasing her culinary talents and further elevating Charleston’s reputation as a premier food destination. VIVIAN HOWARD: LENOIR RESTAURANT AND PBS STAR Vivian Howard is another powerhouse in Charleston’s culinary scene, blending tradition with innovation. Raised on a tobacco and hog farm in North Carolina, Howard’s dishes celebrate the rich, nuanced flavors of rural Southern cooking. At Lenoir, diners can expect classic Southern staples with a creative twist— collards seasoned with furikake, deviled eggs topped with smoky trout roe and tomato pie enriched with fontina cheese. Beyond her restaurants, Howard has earned multiple James Beard Award nominations and gained national recognition as the host of PBS’s “A Chef’s Life” and “Somewhere South.” Her cookbooks, “Deep Run Roots” and “This Will Make It Taste Good,” offer insightful perspectives on Southern cuisine, combining history, technique and personal storytelling. JEANNE OLEKSIAK: HERD PROVISIONS At Herd Provisions in Wagener Terrace, Executive Chef Jeanne Oleksiak champions sustainability and locally-sourced ingredients. Her menus change with the seasons, reflecting a commitment to small family-owned Charleston Women in Food
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