CHARLOTTE, N.C. [July 9, 2025] – James Beard-nominated Chef Sam Diminich, owner and executive chef of Restaurant Constance and Your Farms Your Table, competed on a special “Superhero Chefs” episode of Chopped, which aired Tuesday, July 8 on Food Network. The episode highlighted four chefs making a difference in their communities and using food as a force for good.
Why It Matters: While the competition was fierce and the outcome surprising, Chef Diminich’s impact on screen was undeniable. His appearance brought national attention to the power of second chances and the importance of recovery, compassion, and purpose in the culinary world
A vocal advocate for sobriety in the restaurant industry, he also serves as a national leader with Ben’s Friends, a support group for food and beverage professionals struggling with addiction. Chef Diminich’s journey of recovery and redemption is mirrored by his continued success in the kitchen. This marks his second Food Network appearance, following his 2020 win on Beat Bobby Flay.
About the Episode: In this special episode, judges praised the chefs’ creativity and bold flavors across three rounds: a mussels appetizer, a skirt steak entrée, and a dessert featuring an unexpected microwave twist. The episode celebrated not only culinary skills but also the stories that define each chef’s impact beyond the kitchen.
How to Watch (Encore Airings):
- Wednesday, July 9 at 3 a.m. EST
- Monday, July 14 at 11 p.m. EST
- Tuesday, July 15 at 2 a.m. EST
- Tuesday, July 22 at 2 p.m. EST
- Tuesday, August 19 at 7 p.m. EST
About Your Farms Your Table
Founded in 2020, Your Farms Your Table Group brings farm-to-table dining and experiences to you, wherever your journey, celebration, or gathering is. Serving Charlotte, North Carolina, and beyond, we offer catering, curated events, personal chef services, and community-supported meals, all designed to celebrate the rich bounty of the Carolinas. With a commitment to sustainability and local flavors, our flagship restaurant, Restaurant Constance, exemplifies our mission to unite communities through food and shared experiences.
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