AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta is getting a new store that up until now, folks have had to drive to Columbia or metro Atlanta for.

A US Foods CHEF’STORE will be opening Saturday at 102 Mason McKnight Jr. Parkway near CarMax and Camping World.

But Friday will be a preview day for professionals and the media to get a look at what the excitement’s all about.

The warehouse grocery stores provide wholesale food and restaurant supplies to restaurants and the public.

Offerings include fresh meat, seafood, produce, dairy, deli items, groceries, beverages, and restaurant and cooking supplies.

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