Reasons to Love Memphis #3 - 100 Year Old Grease

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 was transported by armored car. From what I can tell, it's true.

Every time a new batch of grease is needed, some of the old grease is mixed in with it. Every night at closing time, the grease in the pan is covered with a lid. Every morning, the grease is strained and seasoned. Dyer's is serious about the "Vitamin G".

Gibson's Donuts is Definitely Tastee

Exterior of Gibson's Donuts with the red neon sign on above the entrance.
If you ask people for the best donuts in Memphis, there are always few places mentioned. But Gibson's Donuts in East Memphis is always the clear winner. There were a ton of options - cinnamon rolls, donut holes, cake donuts, yeast donuts, donuts with all kinds of toppings. Gibson's clearly loves the University of Memphis. One time I stopped by and there were at least four varieties of blue and white donuts in the bakery case.

Found: Capote Cupcake At Muddy's Bake Shop

Open since 2008, Muddy's has earned its way into our hearts through its sweetness—in their delectable treats and in their attitude. Since day one, Muddy's founder Kat Gordon has poured her heart into the bake shop and has led her team to invent all kinds of gorgeously fun and satisfying desserts. People love their Prozac cupcake, of course, but another must-try cupcake is the Capote.

Fast Japanese Cuisine At Tokyo Grill

Update 2020: Tokyo Grill has two Memphis-area locations, one in Midtown at 1400 Poplar Avenue in the Crosstown neighborhood and one in East Memphis at 4978 Park Ave. 
Tokyo Grill is walking the same fast-casual line as places like Panera or Chipotle—better than fast food, but more casual and affordable than other Japanese restaurants in town. They've got a nice dining room, but their primary business seems to be take out.

Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana Brings Mexico City to Memphis

If you're tired of your usual Tex-Mex spot, don't need a bucket of queso today, and want to try some fresh, tasty Mexican food "just like you would find in Mexico City", then Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana is the place for you. Let's get a few things out of the way first: chef and owner Pepe Magallanes is not messing around, and it's his way or the highway.
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