Russ Moore

Events

The Art Institute of Charleston Presents Salute to Charleston’s Chefs: Opening Night Party
Restaurant:S.N.O.B. Slightly North of Broad
Address:192 East Bay Street Charleston
Telephone:(843) 723-3424
Website: www.slightlynorthofbroad.net

As Chef de Cuisine at Slightly North of Broad, Russ Moore wears two hats (sometimes more): he’s responsible for managing the venerable restaurant’s team and cultivating talent. And, he’s also a guiding force behind the culinary creations that continue to delight patrons, more than 16 years since the restaurant’s opening.

Moore speaks of both responsibilities with equal enthusiasm. “A lot of what we do at Slightly North of Broad is cultivating young talents. We do a lot of mentoring, and guiding. It’s amazing what these kids are doing at this stage in their careers. Guiding them is really gratifying.”

Then there’s the cooking, something Moore has been doing since high school. “The best part of the day is seeing what comes in the back door from the farmers, or the fishermen we work with. I love nothing more than standing on the back of a pick-up, talking to a farmer, and turning his work into something special for the dining room.”

Within its classic “bistro” concept, Slightly North of Broad offers abundant choices – perennial favorites complemented by daily, seasonal specials. By offering that combination, Moore feels Slightly North of Broad brings diners a unique experience. He sees a positive challenge in a dining room as welcoming to a solo diner enjoying a small plate as it is to the large group seeking multiple courses paired with wine. “We want people to feel they can come here every day, any day, and enjoy what we’re doing.”

A graduate of Johnson and Wales University (Charleston), he was named Slightly North of Broad’s first Chef de Cuisine in 2008. Moore is an active mentor at the Culinary Institute of Charleston. He serves as a judge with the National Restaurant Association’s Pro Start program and is involved with other professional associations.  When he’s not working in the Slightly North of Broad kitchen, you’ll find Moore traveling to food capitals as diverse and exciting as Provence or New York City.