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Chef & the Farmer

Come to Kinston and enjoy the best of modern, southern inspired cuisine created by James Beard semi-finalist, Chef Vivian Howard. Vivian’s food is steeped in the local traditions of Eastern North Carolina. Chef & the Farmer is more than a local favorite, attracting diners from all over the southeast for it’s wonderful food and rustic, contemporary atmosphere. We invite you to join us in our celebration of food and drink.

Cheers,

Ben & Vivian

Our Story

Never Say Never

In 2006, chef Vivian Howard opened Chef & the Farmer with her husband, Benjamin Knight. Their lives have been about creating an unparalled dining experience in North Carolina's eastern region ever since.

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Our Farmers

Our Better Half

The name Chef & the Farmer represents a relationship, a working one between the restaurant and our farmers. That relationship serves up seriously seasonal, seriously local, seriously delicious food.

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Saturday 5/25/13 Tasting

Every Saturday, from 2 to 5 pm, we host a beer and wine tasting. It is only $8 per person and we include several discounts. All bottles sampled are offered 10% Off and, if you spend $40 or more, we waive your tasting fee. In addition, you receive 5% Off a purchase of 6-12 bottles [Continue...]

Posted on May 24, 2013

Free Pizza on Wednesdays!

Saturday 5/18/13 Tasting

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