The recipe for a successful culinary empire requires a blend of hustle, resilience and a product that speaks for itself. For the Moore family, the husband-and-wife duo behind the rapidly expanding brand Chef Flavas, that product is a nationally acclaimed spinach artichoke dip (which team members of the Indiana Minority Business Magazine got to try during the 2025 Sweets and Snacks Expo in Indianapolis.)
Based in the Memphis, Tennessee suburb of Bartlett, Chef Flavas operates as a Black-owned brick-and-mortar restaurant renowned for its “flavaful” menu, which includes everything from pastas and Philly cheesesteaks to their signature dip-stuffed eggrolls.
But it is their retail expansion that has positioned the brand as a rising powerhouse in the food industry — and their products have officially landed on shelves across the Hoosier state.
Christopher Moore, an accomplished chef whose resume includes an appearance on the Food Network’s “Chopped” and cooking for the Obama family in Martha’s Vineyard, credits his culinary foundation to his parents. Moore’s mother instilled the importance of presentation. At the same time, his father taught him the essential hustle needed to survive the grueling hospitality business. Meeting his wife Regina in culinary school solidified the business partnership that would become the engine for the brand.
That collective hustle paid off historically. Out of 18,000 products evaluated nationwide, Chef Flavas’ signature Spinach Artichoke Dip was selected for a coveted spot on Walmart shelves. The brand has now expanded its reach to nearly 330 Walmart stores nationwide, successfully penetrating the Indiana market. It is also available at local Kroger locations.
The Moores, affectionately known as “Mr. and Mrs. Flava,” recently brought their culinary vision directly to Indianapolis. The brand showcased its signature dip at the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo, delivering what many considered one of the best bites of the entire expo and proving that its retail success is deeply rooted in genuine culinary quality.
For minority entrepreneurs looking to scale from a local kitchen to a national retail contract, Chef Flavas serves as a masterclass in staying the course.
Hoosiers looking to support the business — and taste the convention-stealing dip — can find Chef Flavas products at select Walmart and Kroger stores throughout Indiana. For more information, visit chefflavas.com.
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