{"id":165,"date":"2026-04-24T03:53:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T03:53:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/riftofheroes.info\/programming\/the-colonels-kitchen\/?page_id=165"},"modified":"2026-04-29T04:23:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T04:23:22","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/riftofheroes.info\/programming\/the-colonels-kitchen\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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From Colonel To\nCulinary: \nAll About Us<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFire-grilled mastery meets military precision. Experience authentic Southern BBQ delivered straight to your event.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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About The Pitmaster<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEric Robinson, Colonel (Retired) U.S. Army\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWelcome to The Colonel\u2019s Kitchen, where backyard grilling meets Southern hospitality and military precision! I\u2019m Colonel (Retired) Eric Robinson, and after 30 years of leading soldiers around the globe, I\u2019ve traded in my boots for tongs and a smoker\u2014bringing the same passion, discipline, and attention to detail from the battlefield to the grill.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRooted in my South Carolina farm upbringing and inspired by generations of family cooks, my love for bold, Southern flavors runs deep. From those early days to grilling through college, my fire for cooking only grew stronger. Today, I bring that same heart and soul to every event\u2014serving up smoked meats and vegetables crafted with locally sourced ingredients and Southern flair.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBut The Colonel\u2019s Kitchen isn\u2019t just about food\u2014it\u2019s about experience. I specialize in intimate gatherings where every dish is tailored to your taste and every moment feels personal.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhether it\u2019s a backyard celebration, a private dinner, or a special event, my goal is simple: \u201cTo create unforgettable flavors, one plate at a time. Let\u2019s fire up something incredible.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Custom-Made Dining<\/h3>

Transforming private events into unforgettable, custom-tailored culinary journeys.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Live Fire<\/h3>

Live-fire cooking that brings a dynamic,\nsophisticated element to your celebration.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Refined Southern<\/h3>

The authentic soul of backyard grilling\npaired with elegant, fine-dining presentation<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The History Of The Colonel\u2019s Kitchen<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFrom intimate dinners to grand celebrations, we deliver exceptional fire-grilled catering. You bring the appetite; we\u2019ll bring the flavor.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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The First Spark<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRooted in a South Carolina farm upbringing, our journey began with a single backyard smoker and a passion for bold Southern flavors. We started by hosting intimate private dinners for family and friends.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Fanning The\nFlames<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAs word spread about our signature smoked meats, our passion project grew. We expanded our operations proving we could bring heart, soul, and flavor to any size gathering.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tToday, we are the go-to for exceptional fire-grilled catering. Whether it\u2019s a backyard celebration or a grand event, we continue to craft unforgettable, locally sourced BBQ experiences tailored perfectly to your taste.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWe believe that BBQ is the ultimate social equalizer. From the first spark of the charcoal to the final glazed rib, the process of slow-cooking brings people together in a way no other cuisine can. We invite you to step into our world\u2014where the smoke is thick, the meat is tender, and every guest is treated with the highest honors.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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