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Memphian Clarence Saunders opened America's first self-service grocery store, the Piggly Wiggly, on Jefferson Ave. in 1916. I'll let the historical marker tell you about the opening day festivities: "With a brass band, a beauty contest, flowers…
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Side Porch Steak House has been purchased and is temporarily closed for a remodel. We'll let you know when it reopens! I know where you're going for dinner this weekend, and it's the Side Porch Steak House in Bartlett. A few weeks ago, I needed a…
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Swanky’s Taco Shop isn’t anything like Tacos Borolas or Fuego Maya. It’s, well, swankier. Much swankier. The dark red, brown and chrome interior makes the restaurant feel more like an upscale tapas bar than a family taco joint. That’s not to say…
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Ed. Note: You've probably been to Victorian Village to see the the historic homes there, or maybe for drinks at the Mollie Fontaine Lounge. Contributor Aisling has more fun facts and lesser known places to look for while you explore one of Memphis…
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When you eat at Dyer's, you're eating history. The grease at Dyer's is more than a century old. Legend says that the burgers have been deep fried in the same grease since day one, and when the Memphis burger joint changed locations, that grease…
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Cinco de Mayo falls on a Monday this year, which means Memphis is kicking off the fiesta early with a weekend full of tacos, margaritas, and special events—here’s your guide to all the best deals, parties, and places to celebrate. Drink…
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Even if you think you don't like guacamole, you'll want to give assignment #235 in the 365 Things to Do in Memphis a try: order the fresh guacamole at Las Delicias. Las Delicias' guacamole might be the lord god king of all avocado-based dips. This…
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Love is in the air and Memphis has plenty of ways to celebrate! From unique date experiences and live music to workshops, markets, and late-night parties, there’s something for every kind of Valentine. We’ve rounded up the best events happening…
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Bon appétit! As the world gears up for the Paris 2024 Olympics, we are heading to Paris by way of these Memphis bakeries and restaurants that capture the essence and taste of French cuisine. Here are ten restaurants guaranteed to À ravir les…
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Tomorrow, August 30th is your chance to make a splash (literally) while you support an important Memphis non-profit. Plunge to Expunge supporting Just City is from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Memphis Made Brewing. The Event Plunge To Expunge is a…