Episode 16: Fork & Hammer's Jeff Tonidandel and Jamie Brown on Charlotte's culinary rise

From Bravo’s Top Chef Season 23 filming in the Queen City to multiple restaurants earning recognition in the 2026 Michelin Guide and now the new PBS series Fork & Hammer showcasing some of the city’s most celebrated culinary destinations. Charlotte's food scene is having a standout moment.Jeff Tonidandel and Jamie Brown, the entrepreneurs featured in Fork & Hammer and the team behind six Charlotte restaurants, including three recognized in the 2026 Michelin Guide share their perspective on Charlotte’s rising culinary profile, the story behind their success, and what’s next for their restaurant group. You're listening to Episode 16 of SouthPark says with Krisha Chachra.