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Sam Diminich

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@greysdinerclt looks good with the lights on! You guys ready for breakfast? Here’s what to expect - a vegan menu, and yes to vegan milkshakes - Big plates, Handhelds and a good ol @gleezydog ! Full coffee bar - Full Mixed Drink and Beverage Menu * night moves *⚡️ Announcement coming soon ⏰….. by @chefsamdiminich

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The Easter Bunny brought me a framed photo of this pic so I thought I would share it with yall. @ptpix thanks for snapping this - at the end of a very long day ⚡️ by @chefsamdiminich

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What an honor.Last night was truly inspiring to stand among so many legends who pour their hearts into this craft. Congratulations to every chef and restaurant recognized — your creativity, dedication, and passion truly deserve to be celebrated.We’re incredibly proud that Restaurant Constance has been recognized by the MICHELIN Guide 2025 on the American South’s 2025 Recommended Restaurant List. This honor belongs to our team, our partners, and the farmers who make what we do possible. It doesn’t define us, it reminds us that what we do each day matters.Our purpose has always been simple: to create a space where people connect, and experience food that reflects the seasons, our farmers, and the stories we all carry. That mission continues to guide us, and it remains our greatest privilege. #MICHELINGUIDENC #MICHELINRecommendedList by @chefsamdiminich

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The experiences I crave through food and hospitality always transcend what’s on the plate.It’s about bringing folks together, creating space for conversation, reminding us that meaningful connections can happen when we simply share a meal. This week I had the privilege of making new friends @restaurant_constance and today @greysdinerclt, with an incredible family who offered genuine inspiration, kindness and company. All thru the power of food and hospitality. Thank you @itsme_emilypj and your family for the smiles, the support and the stories - the simple reminder of why this work matters so much. I am grateful ⚡️ by @chefsamdiminich

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Join us for Queens Feast, a great opportunity to support local restaurants.Three Courses for $40 ( oh yes shrimp and grits are on the menu!)One incredible value!Whether you are discovering us for the first time or coming back for another great meal, there’s never been a greater excuse to grab a table, enjoy a memorable meal and support Charlotte’s vibrant dining scene. Reservations and walk ins are welcomed ⚡️ by @chefsamdiminich

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Chef Sam Diminich is the founder and executive chef of Your Farms Your Table Group(YFYT). Diminich launched YFYT as a farm-to-table meal delivery service after being laid off due to the pandemic. It has since evolved into a hospitality group offering catering, curated events, personal chef services, and community-supported meals.In 2023, he opened Restaurant Constance, an intimate, community-focused restaurant where the seasons write the menus. Located in Charlotte’s Wesley Heights neighborhood and named after his daughter, Restaurant Constance was recognized as MICHELINRecommended in the 2025 MICHELIN Guide for the American South. In 2025, Diminich was also named a James Beard Foundation Semifinalist for Best Chef: Southeast. In spring 2026, Diminich will open Grey’s Diner and Community Kitchen, named after his son, as the newest addition to the YFYT family.A Myrtle Beach native, Diminich grew up in his family’s restaurants, was formally trained at the Culinary Institute of America, and worked under Chef Georges Perrier at Philadelphia’s Le Bec-Fin before returning to the Carolinas, including roles at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte and as Executive Chef at Upstream. Outside of the kitchen, Diminich is a sobriety and mental health advocate and co-leads Charlotte’s Ben’s Friends chapter. by @chefsamdiminich

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Meet you out on the patio! ☀️Don't forget that @queensfeast kicks off this Friday, July 24!! Join us from 3–9 p.m. and enjoy a three-course meal featuring a starter, entrée, and dessert for just $40. 🍔This special deal is only available through August 2, so be sure to make your reservation before it's booked up! by @chefsamdiminich

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How a chef used fitness to become a better chefThe days of chefs drinking at the bars till 2am after their shift are over…You’re seeing a shift, where chefs are taking control of their body which is leading to:• higher energy for service • more endurance to keep up with long work days • and eliminating pain from cutting or moving around all day You have to see yourself as an athlete that plays a sport all day.That’s kind of like the long shifts at work.An athlete plays their sport too long and their body will breakdown with injuries.As a chef, the same will happen to your body if it hasn’t already.• Eating the right foods• Training the muscles you use at work• Getting enough sleep to recover for the next shift Train your body to do the things you dream of doing all the time!If you want to see the same system I made for Sam and other clients to get them in the best shape of their lives,Message me the word “chef” and I’ll send it to you!Instagram won’t let me send it if you’re not following me!#charlottenc #chef #workout #charlottechef #charlottencfood by @chefsamdiminich

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What to get a 19 year old who is headed off for his Sophomore year @appstate ? A college house cookbook - about a dozen simple recipes from @greysdinerclt and beyond for he and his frat brothers to create, ad lib with or inspire for other ideas. Happiest of birthdays @allangreyy_ !!@ptpix for 📷@ricomarcelophotography for 📷 as well by @chefsamdiminich

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Hidden Gem Alert ( and a great way to start any day) in Charlotte NC • Breakfast at @greysdinerclt Dine in the historic diner or the adjacent indoor or outdoor patio area and enjoy a taste of all things locally sourced and beautifully cursted by @chefsamdiminich and his crew… Don’t sleep on the @harmonyridgefarms eggs, a cup of @enderlycoffeeco and the not-to-be-missed overnight yeast waffles ( they come in a stack!)And did I mention baked goods and desserts from chef @amstefaney ? Go for breakfast but then go back for lunch and dinner, too! And while you are there, you’re going to want to order a Glizzy Dog for sure! Don’t wait…. go Eat here now 😍 Tell Them Heidi Sent You! Heidi Billotto is a culinary storyteller, educator, and on-air expert who brings local food to life wherever she goes. She connects small family farmers, independent producers, and regional makers to the people, plates, and media outlets that showcase their work, then shows her readers and followers how to bring those ingredients home to their own tables. Known for her deep relationships, genuine curiosity, joyful style, and sincere passion for all she does, Heidi elevates local food culture on the regular through cooking, teaching, travel, and media.And whenever you see those five little words, #TellThemHeidiSentYou, know that they are my personal seal of approval. It means I have been there, I believe in the folks behind it, and I am sending you their way with my whole heart. So go on…#TellThemHeidiSentYou by @chefsamdiminich

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After 3pm!!Every Sunday!!Don’t sleep on @amstefaney cake!!! by @chefsamdiminich

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Happy 2nd annual gotcha day to Keller “Category 5” Biscuits. From the moment you pooped in my car 5 minutes after I scooped you up I knew things would get interesting. One minute he’s an audacious guardian of the yard and the next mister sensitive who decides the only proper place to snuggle is on my chest. He’s “complex”. Thanks for being a good little bro to Sandy, keeping her young and keeping me on my toes! 🐾 by @chefsamdiminich

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