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I can’t remember who named the Young Ave. Deli’s French fries as some of the best in the country, but they were totally right. The fries at this Cooper-Young bar are almost perfect – crispy, but a little soft and seasoned with salt and pepper.
The Deli has a dual personality. It’s very much a restaurant [...]

Friday, February 26th, 2010 at 18:47 | 0 comments
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Last night before I went to the Forum to watch the Tigers smash UAB in one of the best basketball games I’ve ever seen, I needed some food.
My mom (and perpetual Tigers game date) suggested that we stop by the new Local Gastropub on Main. She had been a few times before and loved the [...]

Thursday, February 4th, 2010 at 12:36 | 4 comments

Memphians seem to have a very unique sense of humor. We like observing and commenting, especially on things that make Memphis, well, Memphis. The city’s got a thriving local comedy scene made up of improvisers and stand up comedians.
I went to see Memphis comedians Mo Alexander, Andy Flemming and Dominic Dierkes do stand up at [...]

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 at 17:08 | 3 comments

Shame on you if you didn’t make it out to one of Harlan T. Bobo’s Christmas shows at the Hi-Tone Cafe over the weekend.
I picked up some 3-D glasses at the door and put them on over my regular glasses. The sets were all painted in neon greens and oranges. I managed to keep the [...]

Monday, December 21st, 2009 at 12:02 | 0 comments

If you’re into obscure Midtown Memphis watering holes, I highly recommend the Cove. They pride themselves on serving classic, handmade cocktails (think whiskey sours made with real lemon juice, gimlets, sidecars and Sazeracs).

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 at 17:30 | 2 comments
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