Elaina came to our house on Kiawah Island to prepare a dinner celebrating my father's birthday, and…read moreit couldn't have been a better experience! From the beginning, all of our communication leading up to the dinner was clear and easy to understand. The hardest part was deciding on a menu because she had so many amazing options to choose from! We requested a very specific type of fish for one of the entrées, and Elaina was able to find it fresh and caught the very same day as our dinner. She was incredibly friendly and professional, the food was beautifully presented, and most importantly, everything was absolutely amazing! Our entire group of nine was so impressed, and there was more than enough food to ensure that no one left hungry. Every single menu item we ordered was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. She also took care of clearing and cleaning all of the dishes and the kitchen after preparing and serving the meal, which made the entire experience feel completely effortless for us. We have already agreed that this needs to become an annual tradition, and we cannot wait to enjoy another dinner with Elaina!

10/10 -- an absolutely incredible private chef experience with Chef Elena!…read more From our first contact thru leading up to the dinner itself, Chef Elena's communication was exceptional. She was prompt, attentive, and worked with us to create a tasting menu that accommodated a gluten intolerance and several food preferences without compromising anything. We did a shareable tasting menu with 2 appetizers, 3 entrees, and 2 desserts, and every single course was phenomenal. There wasn't one dish that was just "okay." The whipped feta with roasted grapes, whole snapper with Caribbean sauce and bean purée, and chocolate espresso pot de crème were particular standouts -- although honestly, there were too many incredible dishes to choose from! We also loved that Chef Elena brought two high school students she trains. It was wonderful to see her give them hands-on experience pursuing their passion for culinary arts, and they were both fantastic. The entire team was so professional that it genuinely felt like we were dining in their kitchen rather than our rental. They served each course, cleared everything afterward, and even scrubbed down the kitchen before leaving! For a group of six, the experience was incredibly affordable considering the quality of the food, personalized menu, and level of service. Do not overlook Chef Elena. Book her! We were blown away and would absolutely do this again.

This is my one and only "go to" caterer. I have been using Indigenous for the last 10 years and…read morethey never disappoint. My last party (a surprise party for my husband) was just as good. I even had someone from Louisiana tell me the crab cakes were the best they ever had - now that's saying a lot! Since I have never left a review for them, I do need to mention the party before last because Arlette (owner) went over and above. It was a 60th wedding anniversary party for around 100 guest for my in-laws. They have traveled the world as they were US Air Force. Arlette, came up with dishes that brought to mind every place they were ever stationed. People were talking about the food for months after. They are on the pricier side but in my personal opinion - worth every penny! It would never cross my mind to use anyone else.

Chef Roland, and his team, came to visit us at our rental home on Kiawah and delivered a lesson and…read morea scrumptious meal, along with excellent service. The food was beyond! The menu was well thought out, catered to our tastes and allergies and DELIVERED!! Took my birthday celebration to a different level!! Everything was EXCELLENT...from chicken wings (meat falls off the bone) to grits to scallops to tender, very tender filet mignon.... Just stellar!! They even provided some local history! Left the kitchen cleaner than they found it too. They even swept!! It was a momentous experience!! If you want to elevate an occasion - pick Chef Roland!! Thanks again Chef Roland..you are truly doing what you are meant to do!!

I had the BEST experience with CHS coastal charcuterie. We were in the area for Labor Day and they…read morewen above and beyond for us. We threw surprise party and they helped create the perfect board. It was hard to eat this work of art! Everyone loved it! Thanks again. Can't wait to come back to the area and order just because!

Owners are super nice and pleasant. Easy booking for the eventbrite event. Fast responses from…read moreowners on IG. Had so much fun in the class at Charleston Distillery. I made a beautiful yummy board. More items you put on the board the better. The fruit, cheese, nuts and meats were fresh and tasty. Learned how to roll a salami rose, kiwi w's, and cut cheese into triangles. Great class to take with friends or family. Highly recommend and you get a full board to eat after. #bergerknowsbest

Our second time here. After the first time, we recommended coming here to s number of people and…read morethe ones who then came were so very glad to have had the experience here. What do you have is Chef Bob Waggoner who has been a recognized chef for 30+ years. An affable, friendly, humorous teacher of skills and cooking, who will answer your questions quickly and effectively. The food "we" prepared, obviously with a lot of help from Chef Bob, was delicious beyond belief. Bob of course chooses the menu and buys all of the ingredients for each one of the appetizers, of the main course, and the dessert. As you smell what you are cooking, it comes alive to your nose and to your other senses. After that you sit down and eat your appetizer and then go back to fix your main course and then of course the dessert later. I wish that my photos would give some idea of the tastiness of our meal. It is so difficult to explain the taste of a meal that you have created, although Chef Bob was quickly back and forth to each of the 6 stoves being used by 12 strangers, who by the end of the evening (2 1/2 hours!) were not strangers any longer.

I've dined at two of Bobs events. One was hosted at a friend's house for an 8 people and the later…read morewas for 12 people at Bobs gorgeous executive kitchen. Both events were absolutely amazing. I've been to plenty of similar events, as well as a lot of high-end chefs tasting menus in the area, and this is definitely on of Charlestons best.

I was 1 of 4 friends who took Rashaunda's class today and she is amazing. Not only is she an…read moreamazing chef, but so, so fun. I highly recommend taking a class from her! If I lived closer, she would see a lot more of me! CH

I recently attended a conference and I have to say this is one of the best catered meals I have…read moreever had! I had the apple and turkey sandwich and I was blown away by the detail they put into each box. It came with a sandwich, chips, fruit, pickles, and a sauce. I didn't get to meet the owner but they did a great job!

We celebrated my Mother's 65th birthday and Farrah's Backyard Catering catered the affair!! It was…read morenothing short of exquisite and delicious! Alexis and her staff were very professional, polite and helpful! I especially loved that they seem to enjoy catering to my family as much as we loved their top notch service! They were on time and they left the kitchen just as they found it...CLEAN! They were dressed neatly, used gloves and wore face masks! Everyone raved about the food as it was AMAZING! All dishes were well seasoned and cooked to perfection! I highly recommend Farrah's Backyard Catering for your catering needs!! Menu: She Crab Soup, Mini Crab Cakes, Bourbon Salmon, Bourbon Shrimp, Honey Fried Chicken Tenderloins, Fettuccine Alfredo, Green Beans, Honey Butter Croissants, Strawberry Spinach and Feta Salad.

I had an amazing time with Chef Jake today! Taught us how to make authentic Gullah style Shrimp and…read moreGrits. As someone born in South Carolina this was still so educational for me! Well done and I will be back! P.S. they make homemade ice cream there and it might be the best in town. If you haven't been you're missing out!

Chef Jake is amazing! The classes are very creative,informative and fun. Hands on making delicious…read morefood while having fun and learning new techniques. Chef Jake gives individual attention when needed and you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Excellent way to spend a few hours . Highly recommend to try class. You won't be disappointed.

The Smoking Pot Nailed It!…read more Our family of 13 spent a week in IOP and one of the absolute highlights of the trip--a professional shrimp boil at our rental that completely exceeded every expectation! Our adult sons--who are serious foodies--were eager to try an authentic, professionally prepared shrimp boil, and we found The Smoking Pot. What an incredible experience it turned out to be! The Andrews are absolutely fantastic--so knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. They definitely know their blue crabs! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The food was amazing, the experience was so much fun, and they made it truly memorable for our entire family. We can't recommend The Smoking Pot enough! If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and book them--you won't be disappointed!

One of the best decisions we made during our trip to Folly Beach was hiring The Smoking Pot to cook…read morefor our bachelor party. After spending the day on the golf course, coming back to an incredible meal prepared right at our beach house was exactly what we needed. Everything was exceptional. The ingredients were fresh, the food was packed with flavor, and every detail was handled seamlessly. But what really stood out was the team behind it. They were warm, engaging, and genuinely invested in making sure our group had an unforgettable evening. Their hospitality made the experience feel personal, not just catered. In a weekend filled with great memories, this dinner was one of the moments everyone kept talking about. If you're visiting Folly Beach or the Charleston area with family or friends, do yourself a favor and book The Smoking Pot. It's more than a meal, it's an experience that brings people together, and one we'll be talking about for years to come.