39 Rue de Jean’s Executive Chef Marcus Shell named South Carolina Chef Ambassador

We are so excited and proud to announce that Chef Marcus Shell has been awarded South Carolina Chef Ambassador 2023!

The South Carolina Chef Ambassador program was established in 2015 to recognize chefs who best represent the state’s culinary culture. As well, the chef’s professional creativity and personal style has contributed to an ongoing effort to promote the state’s authentic culinary experiences and encourage the incorporation of buying local into everyday dining.

Chef Marcus started his culinary expedition at a young age in his hometown of New Bedford, Massachusetts, a city known for commercial fishing and scalloping industries. His love of cooking began early, when he expressed a curiosity for cooking that his mother helped him to develop. He learned the fulfilling art of cooking for others and sharing his skills with friends and family. 

Marcus graduated from the Le Cordon Bleu Boston Campus in 2011 and continued his pursuit of knowledge and experience. While working in Greenwood, SC he was mentored by a former Charleston Executive Chef, and his passion for food grew, as well as his curiosity for the city of Charleston. After a solid year as Sous Chef at 82 Queen, Chef Marcus embarked on a new journey of his own. His goal of being an Executive Chef was achieved at 39 Rue de Jean, and his style is a perfect match of traditional and contemporary. 

Chef Marcus pairs exquisite technique with innovation to bring a creative twist to the classic dishes which Rue de Jean has been known for over 20 years of Charleston dining. 

More information about Chef Marcus Shell and South Carolina’s Chef Ambassadors  here.

Additional information from Holy City Hospitality and 39 Rue de Jean hereh

About 39 Rue de Jean

Located at 39 John Street on historic Hutson Alley in downtown Charleston, 39 Rue de Jean is a refined French Cafe & Bar that offers the best in classic Brasserie Cuisine. Voted Best French Restaurant year after year by the Charleston City Paper, 39 Rue de Jean emanates the characteristics of a late 1800’s brasserie, which offered Parisians hearty robust cuisine, handcrafted beers and affordable wines. Today, Brasseries are much more than just breweries. They remain the social hubs of their neighborhood, as 39 Rue de Jean does here in Charleston. Our local guests refer to us as “Rue” and they know just how passionate we are about both our food and our service. We have been industry leaders since 2001, when the 39 Rue de Jean doors initially opened.

About Holy City Hospitality

Founded in 2001 by Michael Bennett, Holy City Hospitality is one of Charleston’s largest locally-owned hospitality companies dedicated to inspiring memorable experiences through inventive ingredients and gracious service. Holy City Hospitality consists of 39 Rue de Jean, Coast Bar and Grill, Vincent Chicco’s, and Victor’s Seafood & Steak, all located on Hutson Alley. The alley is a quaint hidden gem in the heart of Charleston’s peninsula, with Virginia’s on King just around the corner. Additional establishments include Good Food Catering and the Historic Rice Mill, a waterfront event space in downtown Charleston.  For more information, call or visit www.holycityhospitality.com.