"A tasting-menu restaurant at 2001 West Morehead Street that positions itself as an incubator for rising chefs, offering mentorship and a platform to develop and launch their own concepts in Charlotte. The kitchen is adding James Beard–nominated chef Cleophus Hethington as chef de cuisine; Hethington says the move aligns with his long-term aspiration to open a fine-dining establishment honoring the history and foodways of the African diaspora. Owner and executive chef Sam Hart emphasizes the restaurant’s mission to showcase emerging talent and says Hethington’s storytelling and passion fit the venue’s values." - Erin Perkins