A Fork in the Road

A Fork in the Road is back for Season 8, with new stories celebrating the people, places, and traditions behind what Georgia grows, makes, and eats. This season, David Zelski visits the apple orchards of Ellijay, a hidden alpaca and llama rescue in Atlanta, North Georgia wine country, and a South Georgia pitmaster putting peaches, blueberries and pepper jelly to work in his barbecue. We’ll also hear the story of Athens craft beer pioneer Terrapin and meet Georgia entrepreneurs finding new ways to turn homegrown ideas into something uniquely their own.

In part two of our visit to Georgia Sea Grill, host David Zelski travels from the garden to the water, visiting the off-the-grid Satilla Pond where Chef Tim Lynch and pond manager Eric Miller hand-catch fresh catfish each week. Hear how this hidden fish farm supplies the Sea Grill with pristine, chemical-free catfish and how their dedication to quality translates to unforgettable dishes on the menu. This is a behind-the-scenes journey from pond to plate, from bait recipes to kitchen secrets.

On this episode, David visits Georgia Sea Grill on St. Simons Island to explore how Chef Tim Lynch and owner Zack Gowen are redefining local dining through fresh, coastal cuisine. The journey continues to Potlicker Farm, where farm manager Sam McPherson grows seasonal produce that connects deeply with Southern food traditions.

Cordele, GA is the Watermelon Capital of the World. This episode explores how this iconic summer fruit shapes the local economy and culture. From farm fields to festivals, join David Zelski as he meets the growers, experts, and community members behind Georgia’s sweetest harvest.

Let's visit Soldier of the Sea Distillery in Comer, Ga., where Marine veteran Mark Davis crafts unique whiskeys, some infused with local honey from his beekeeper wife, Jennifer, while honoring the armed forces and revitalizing the town. Discover how their passion for distilling, housed in a historic building, blends art and science to create exceptional spirits and promote the local community and Georgia's agricultural bounty.