The Fat Raccoon Eatery

06/19/2026

In case you were wondering where we were today..... 115°f on the truck. Thank you to everyone that supports us! We will continue to cook no matter how hot it gets!!!

06/16/2026

🚚🐾 Raccoon Eatery Weekly Schedule 🐾🚚

📍 Wednesday (6/17) | 5:00 PM–7:30 PM
Silver Leaf Neighborhood
3805 Shimmering Oaks Dr, Parrish, FL 34219

📍 Thursday (6/18) | 5:00 PM–7:30 PM
Twin Rivers Neighborhood
3711 Twin Rivers Trail, Parrish, FL 34219

⏸ Friday (6/19) – Closed

🔥 SATURDAY IS THE MAIN EVENT! 🔥

Join us from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM at:

📍 3115 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211

We are proud to be hosting this amazing BBQ Competition! While we are not competing, we'll be there helping bring together an incredible day of food, fun, and community.

What to expect:
🍖 BBQ tastings from competing teams
🏆 People's Choice voting
🎟 VIP tasting opportunities
🎁 Raffles and prizes
🛍 Local vendors and boutique goods
🎶 Great music and a fun atmosphere
🥃 Spirit samples and handcrafted Bloody Marys

Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable day. VIP spots are limited and the best dishes will go fast, so arrive early!

We can't wait to see everyone Saturday!

06/14/2026

Saturday (6/20) 10am-3pm

📍3115 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211

Who do you think is taking home the trophies???

06/12/2026

We made it into the top 20! We still need your help with the votes!!

Vote daily if you remember!!

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06/12/2026

15 minutes left to vote!

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We can get him higher than 7th! Get those votes in! Only 4 hours left of the first round!! You can vote once every 24 hours!!!

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06/11/2026

We can get him higher than 7th! Get those votes in! Only 4 hours left of the first round!! You can vote once every 24 hours!!!

favchef.com/2026/nathanial-tims

06/11/2026

Daily voting ends tonight at 7 pm!! Chef is currently in 6th place! He needs y'alls help! Lets get him to the top!

🔥 FRIENDS, FAMILY & FOOD LOVERS — I NEED YOUR HELP! 🔥

I'm honored to be competing in Carla Hall's Favorite Chef 2026 competition for a chance to be featured in Taste of Home Magazine, cook with Carla Hall, and take home the title of Favorite Chef!

For those who know me, you know this journey has been built on hard work, long hours, military service, a passion for great food, and the incredible support of our community. From private chef events to The Fat Raccoon Eatery, every meal I've served has been about bringing people together.

Now I'm asking for a small favor:

🗳️ Vote for me here:

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✅ It only takes a minute
✅ Free daily votes are available
✅ Share this post and help spread the word

Every vote gets me one step closer to representing our community on a national stage. Thank you to everyone who has supported me, visited the truck, hired me for an event, or simply cheered me on along the way.

Let's make some noise and show them what this Florida chef can do! 🦝🔥

06/11/2026

We love seeing these kinds of reviews! Thanks for all the love and support!!!