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James Beard Foundation's Taste America

Photography Ruta ElvikytePhotos 33
The dinner was held in the Cedar Room in the Cigar Factory.Before the meal, guests enjoyed a reception with tastings from local professional chefs.Stephen and Kristen Gualianone and Justin BoykinChef Kevin Johnson of the Grocery featured his delicious fish tacos.Josh Keeler of Two Boroughs Larder adds finishing touches to his evening appetizer.Josh Keeler's Baked Potato creation with sheep's milk yogurt and cured egg yolk.Denny and Marcia SeremetJon Altman, Laura Stephenson, and Carl QueenerTressa and Larry ClarkJames Beard Award-winner and FIG executive chef Jason Stanhope greets guests.La Estrella Pumpkin-- Stanhope's hors d'oeuvre complete with Chantrelle bacon and October beans.Craig Deihl of CypressKevin Johnson of the Grocery.Kimberly and Chris MossSuzanne Pollak and Wenda Harris-MillardTable settings were complete with autumnal centerpieces.Beautiful live music made for a laid back atmosphere.Andrew Stumbo and Blaine, Cindy, and John WiseNancy Carmody, Leigh Mansi, and Pam HartleySteve Palmer, Meg Jenkin-Locke, and Mary Anne SawyerLauren Bringas and Vishal AgrawalRochelle Altmans, Laura Stephenson, and Jon AltmanAuction items included a Nespresso Machine, Le Creuset cookware, and sweetgrass baskets.Continuing to relish complimentary tastings by local chefs, guests were reluctant to take their seats.Each guest received a complimentary gift bag with goodies from Le Creuset.James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and television host Nathalie Dupree and Jay MillardCarla Blake and Kiawah Island Golf Resort Food and Bar Director Michael BlakeGuests also enjoyed complimentary cocktails and elegant wines at the opening reception.Ellen and Layton GrisetteMatt Lee, Allie Wilkins, Carrie Morey, Rebecca Darwin, Ted Lee, and David RawleBrian and Lisa Keller and Kelly and David LyleBaker Motors provided luxury cars available for bidding.A Range Rover awaits its lucky new owner.

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