'I just want to feed the people': Chicken Charlie reflects after decades of running his fair food business

Jun 12, 2026

(FOX 5/KUSI) — If you're a fan of deep-fried food at the San Diego County Fair, you no doubt have tried one of Chicken Charlie's unusual bites during his 30-year run. Born and raised in Damascus, Syria, the clever cook settled in San Diego 42 years ago. He said he developed his [...]