North Charleston restaurateur named a South Carolina Chef Ambassador

Gov. Henry McMaster announced chefs from Greenville, Conway and North Charleston will represent South Carolina as 2025 Chef Ambassadors.

The chefs chosen include Jeanne Koenigsberg, executive chef and kitchen general manager of Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery in Greenville; Darren Smith, owner and executive chef of Rivertown Bistro and Bonfire in Conway; and Shuai Wang, chef and owner of Jackrabbit Filly and King BBQ in North Charleston.

“Food is an important part of our state’s history, culture, and economy, and it’s where two of our largest industries – tourism and agriculture – overlap and excel,” McMaster said in a news release. “Our world-class culinary talent is highlighted and celebrated through the Chef Ambassador program, showcasing the best of South Carolina chefs, farmers, and locally grown products. I congratulate the 2025 class on this tremendous culinary honor.”…

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