Listings by Chef Dre Thompson
About
Pitmaster out of a Panama City Beach barbecue trailer for six years before going private. Dre runs lowcountry boils and slow-smoked barbecue built for big groups — the kind of spread that gets set down in the middle of the table and disappears.
What's included
- All cooking equipment and serving ware
- Fresh, locally-sourced ingredients
- Setup and full cleanup
- Disposable or house-style plating on request
- Printed or verbal menu walkthrough
- Serving staff for groups over 20
- Basic seasonings, oils and sauces
- Working kitchen with stove and oven
- Refrigerator space for prep
- Dining or outdoor table setup
- Trash and recycling access
- Parking for one vehicle
- Ice for the boil pot and drinks
Need something on this list? Ask about add-ons.
Service area & travel
Services & Menus
Family Beach Boil
Classic lowcountry shrimp boil spread — corn, potatoes, sausage, shrimp — dumped table-style. Groceries, cooking & full cleanup included.
- Extra server $150.00 flat rate
- Kids' cooking lesson (1 hr) $120.00 flat rate
The Big Event
Slow-smoked BBQ buffet for reunions, rehearsal dinners, and big rental groups. Server staffing available.
- Second server $150.00 flat rate
- Table & linen setup $200.00 flat rate
- Bar coordination
Cuisine & Dietary
Specialties
Dietary accommodations
Substitutions are built into your menu during planning, not swapped last-minute at the table.
Dre will accommodate most dietary needs and allergies when he knows about them in advance — tell him during menu planning, not on arrival day.
Because services are cooked in a rental kitchen rather than a dedicated allergen-free facility, and several menus include shellfish and other common allergens, cross-contact cannot be fully ruled out. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies should discuss precautions directly with Dre before booking.
“We booked a private dinner for our family of eight and it was one of the highlights of the trip. Everything was fresh, beautifully prepared, and customized around our preferences.”
— Jennifer R., Nashville, TN
“Chef made our vacation dinner effortless. The food was excellent, the kids loved it, and we were able to enjoy the evening without worrying about cooking or cleanup.”
— Sarah M., Family Vacation
Thank you all. Tell that noodle guy the mac and cheese is waiting for him next summer.