GASTONIA, N.C. — A Gastonia restaurant was highlighted on the Food Network Thursday.
Chef Robert Irvine selected Smith’s Soul Food Bistro on Chestnut Street for a makeover on his show “Restaurant: Impossible.”
[Local chef makes appearance on Food Network’s ‘Chopped’]
Littlejohn said Irvine was drawn to her business because she gives to veterans and those experiencing homelessness.
Owner Cheryl Littlejohn said the chief’s crew made about $200,000 worth of changes.
She said her business employs young people who are overcoming obstacles. She said that Irvine has offered to pay their college tuition.
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