Chef & Owner, Chubby Fish & Seahorse
Charleston, SC
Participating In: Feast by the Field Saturday & Sunday Supper
James London, a Charleston native, discovered his passion for fishing and food at an early age, starting his restaurant career at just 14. After earning a business degree from the College of Charleston, he honed his culinary skills at The French Culinary Institute in New York City.
His professional journey took him to acclaimed kitchens in New York, including the Japanese restaurant Niko, and to San Francisco, where he worked at a Creole café. In 2018, James returned home to open Chubby Fish, a celebrated “dock-to-table” seafood concept that highlights local, seasonal catches and sustainable sourcing. Next door, his cocktail bar and supper club, Seahorse, offers a wide range of spirits and a rotating menu of small plates.