A taste of Chicago and Philly, all at once
When Chi Phi owners Aubrey Hampton and Lamar Dales moved to Memphis, they missed a taste of their hometowns. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)
Food truck Chi Phi prides itself on providing Memphians with an authentic taste of Chicago and Philadelphia.
Owners and husband-wife duo Aubrey Hampton and Lamar Dales moved to Memphis three years ago but missed the food from their respective hometowns.
Born and raised in Chicago, Hampton craved Chicago-style hot dogs. Dales, who is originally from Philadelphia, couldn’t find a true, authentic Philly cheesesteak.
“I wasn’t sure (about the concept) because Memphis traditionally is more geared toward the Southern barbecue and Southern meals,” Hampton said. “But I think having something new and fresh has been great for the city.”
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Sophia Surrett
Sophia Surrett is a recent University of Alabama graduate, where she received her B.A. in news media and M.A. in journalism and media studies. She covers restaurants, residential real estate, and hospitality and tourism.
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