09/04/2026
What an incredible year it has been.
Taylor Montgomery,CEC WCEC CCA winning the NCRLA Chef of the Year is a moment that’s hard to put into words. It’s especially meaningful because we are so proud to farm here in North Carolina and to be part of the agricultural community that makes this state so special.
North Carolina agriculture is the backbone of this state, our sincere appreciation to NCRLA Chef Showdown | NC’s #1 Culinary & Mixology Competition, NC Restaurant & Lodging Assoc. ,Heidi Billotto | HeidiBillottoFood.com | Food & Travel Writer and NC Agriculture for bringing it so much support. We believe deeply in preserving and fighting for a diverse, nutrient dense and resilient food system.
This recognition belongs to this team. We could never do this without the people who show up every day, work hard, believe in what we’re building, and give so much of themselves.