CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - The Chef Assembly is bringing its first Southern event to Charlotte, gathering chefs, restaurateurs and journalists for two days of conversation, dining and connection. Laura White, chief brand and strategy officer for the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority, and Chef Sam Hart of Counter- join QC Life to discuss The Chef Assembly and what it means for Charlotte’s culinary community.
Held Nov. 2 and 3 at Johnson & Wales Charlotte, the event brings together voices from across the region and beyond to explore the ideas and cultural forces shaping the future of food and hospitality. The gathering features The Chef Assembly’s signature conversation-driven, community-room format, alongside collaborative dining experiences.
The event comes as Charlotte’s culinary scene continues to gain national attention, with new MICHELIN Guide recognition, growing James Beard nominations and the city serving as the primary host for “Top Chef: Carolinas”. The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority and Resy, an American Express company, support the gathering.
To learn more visit www.thechefassembly.com and follow @thechefassembly.
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