About Vivian

I’m a mom, wife, daughter, cook, author and challenge seeker from Deep Run, North Carolina. I work to blend family, food and storytelling in a way that touches people and reminds them of where they came from. The process of it all is generally a bit messy for me and my loved ones, but it’s been interesting and rewarding so far.

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MY RESTAURANTS

Benny's Big Time Pizzeria

Benny's Big Time Pizzeria

Boiler Room

Boiler Room

Chef & The Farmer

Chef & The Farmer

WHAT'S NEW

Gorging on Life
Southern Living's Best Of Awards
Southern Living's Best Of Awards

Vivian and Chef & the Farmer were honored in Southern Living’s Best of the South Awards this year.

Introducing Just the Tips Tuesdays
Introducing Just the Tips Tuesdays

Vivian has a new series on Instagram every Tuesday, and you’re going to want to tune in.

EVENTS

Events
Viva la Vivian Dinner & T-shirt Presale
Mar 23
Viva la Vivian Dinner & T-shirt Presale

It’s Vivian’s birthday month. Join us in celebrating her with four courses of her most Vivianish dishes, aperol spritz pitchers and a surprise appearance from a special guest.

Taste Washington
Mar 29
Taste Washington

Catch Vivian at The New Vintage on Friday and at her Cooking Demonstration during the Grand Tasting on Saturday.

Foundation for the Carolinas Annual Meeting
Apr 2
Foundation for the Carolinas Annual Meeting

Join Vivian for a live on-stage conversation with Jose Andres, 2019 Nobel Peace Prize nominee, culinary innovator, and television personality.