Ripe For Revival

05/21/2026

Next up — Chef Roberto Barth! 👨‍🍳

Chef Roberto has worked alongside multiple James Beard–recognized chefs and Certified Master Chefs, shaping a culinary style that blends Mediterranean tradition, thoughtful technique and a deep respect for hospitality and seasonality.

is the bold vision of restauranteur Lou Moshakos. Built on the philosophy of “love is the most important ingredient,” Vidrio is a family dream years in the making.

We can’t wait to see what he brings to the table for this year’s Chef Rival!

🎟️ TICKETS ON SALE! Link in bio or visit our website! For more information, contact [email protected]

Thank you to our Cultivator Sponsors!




State Farm

05/19/2026

More than 1.6 million people across our state don’t know where their next meal will come from.

At Ripe for Revival, we believe access to healthy food can transform lives and revive communities. Every Mobile Market is possible because of supporters like you. 💚

No donation is too small. Every dollar helps provide fresh food, dignity, and hope to families across our community.

Would you consider supporting our mission today?

To learn more about how your contribution can make an impact, contact [email protected].

05/19/2026

🔥 Drumroll… announcing the SECOND competing chef for the 4th Annual Chef Rival: A World of Flavor Rooted in NC — Chef Michael Williams! 👨‍🍳✨

The hometown chef has entered the competition! Will home-field advantage help secure the win? We’ll find out on June 2nd!

Chef Michael Williams currently serves as Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverage for Lilyann’s Steakhouse and the Cask & Cellar Wine Lounge, where he leads culinary development, beverage programs, and dining operations.

And the story behind makes it even more special. The community’s first high-end steakhouse was named in honor of Lilyann Melissa Williams, carrying forward the love and legacy of family through every detail — from the name to the branding itself.

🎟️ Tickets available now — link in bio or visit our website.
📧 For more information: [email protected]

Thank you to our Beverage Sponsors!

05/18/2026

🔥 Incredible flavors, friendly competition, and a night that gives back — join us for our 4th Annual Chef Rival: A World of Flavors, Rooted in NC! 🔥

This isn’t just a night of incredible food and friendly competition — your ticket creates a direct impact right here in our community. Every ticket purchased helps support our mission and programs, making a difference for families facing food insecurity.

Join us as some of the region’s most talented chefs battle it out with bold flavors and creative dishes inspired by North Carolina roots.

👨‍🍳 Chef Kyle Fletcher, Glasshouse Kitchen
👨‍🍳 Chef Roberto Barth, Vidrio
👨‍🍳 Chef Michael Williams, Lilyann’s Steakhouse
👨‍🍳 Chef Luis Zouain, LaGana

Get your tickets and be part of the impact!

Thank you to our Chef Rival sponsors!







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Super Flame

05/18/2026

Fresh produce is rolling into the Mobile Market this week at a location near you! Find avocados, apples, bell peppers, broccoli, cabbage, corn, oranges, red potatoes, russet potatoes, yellow onions, sweetpotatoes, yellow squash, and more. 🍉

Did you know? Bell peppers are packed with Vitamin C — in fact, one bell pepper can provide more Vitamin C than an orange! ❤️💛💚

Here are some easy and tasty ways to enjoy bell peppers raw
- Slice them for a crunchy snack with ranch, hummus, guacamole, or dip
- Add strips to salads for extra color and crunch
- Dice into pasta salad or quinoa bowls
- Layer onto sandwiches, wraps, burgers, or tacos
- Use as a scoop for dips instead of chips

Stop by the Mobile Market to stock up on fresh, nutritious produce for your family.

05/18/2026

Fresh food + health support — all in one stop! 💙💚

This week, both and will be joining us at select Mobile Markets to support our community with valuable health, wellness, and resource information.

Stop by to shop fresh produce, connect with local health partners, and access resources for you and your family. Because healthy communities are built through nourishment, care, and connection. 🥕🍎

We’re grateful for partners like AmeriHealth Caritas NC and ECU Health who continue to invest in the well-being of our neighbors and help us serve our community in greater ways.

📍Check our Mobile Market schedule on our website to find a stop near you this week.

05/17/2026

Fresh produce. Friendly faces. A healthier community. 🥕🍅💚

Stop by the Mobile Market this week and shop fresh, local produce while supporting access to healthy food across our community. Every visit helps us cultivate connection, nourishment, and hope — one market at a time.

We also need YOU! Volunteers help make our markets possible and serve neighbors with care and kindness. Interested in helping? Contact [email protected] for more information.

📍Find the full Mobile Market schedule on our website and plan your visit this week!

Thank you to our community partners and sponsors!

05/15/2026

05/15/2026

A "food desert" is a term used for an area which lacks proper access to nutritious groceries instead relies on convenience stores and gas stations for food which is significantly processed.

Eastern North Carolina, while it has beautiful terrain, lacks access to food which is nutritious for its residents. They are often forced to choose between driving an hour+ to find a grocery store, or purchasing conveniently placed "junk" food to fill their hungry bellies.

This is why Ripe for Revival makes my heart melt. A mobile grocery store; they visit towns and cities considered "food deserts" and assists their locals with affordably priced, and sometimes free food. I can't help but well up with gratitude when I think of the work this charity does for Eastern, NC. 🙏🥹

When Christine asked Rice and River to partner up with her, it was never a question of will we do it, but a matter of WHEN. We quickly came up with a day and time and so we present it to you now. This is a ticketed event and limited to the public. Purchase tickets while they are available and taste the freshness of the outer banks, the personalization of "Omakase," and a bite to eat for herbivores, carnivores and pescatarians alike.

If we could all take a piece of the love Ripe for Revival has for humans and pay it forward today, imagine the change we could make. Sending you that same love today, Washington. xoxo💗

Purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/omakase-for-a-cause-a-chefs-choice-evening-benefiting-ripe-for-revival-501c3

Check out their awesome mission here: https://www.ripeforrevival.com/