After delay, Grind City ‘Xpo’ brings Memphis coffee community together
The second Grind City Coffee Xpo was scheduled the week COVID truly hit Memphis. Twenty months later, it brings local shops, roasters and coffee enthusiasts together again.
Chris Herrington
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Chris Herrington has covered the Memphis Grizzlies, in one way or another, since the franchise’s second season in Memphis, while also writing about music, movies, food and civic life.
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November 2021
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Food News
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October 2021
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: JJJ’s game is in a bad place, but we’ve been here before
Jaren Jackson Jr. wasn’t at his best during the Grizzlies’ first six games this season, but we’ve been here before with Pau Gasol, Mike Conley and Rudy Gay.
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Food Pantà Memphis delivers Catalan flavor, snack-sized and served late
Kelly English’s new Pantà, in the former Restaurant Iris space, brings Spanish snacks, cocktails and a “joyful” vibe to Midtown, for late nights and a Sunday siesta.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Ja Morant is electric, elastic and headed home
Morant makes the magic happen in multiple ways.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Zoo Boo, Lil Baby and Memphis Music on Main
Get your costumes and your going-out clothes ready. This week’s Halloween edition of The To-Do List has lots of options you can dress up for, some spooky and some not.
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$15 Deals $10 Deal: Breakfast at Caminos de Michoacan nice way to start the day
Whether a hot plate of Papas con Chorizo y Huevos or a tray of sweet pan dulce, either pairs well with a cup of coffee at Caminos de Michoacan, perhaps the most breakfast-friendly Mexican restaurant in Memphis.
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Memphis Grizzlies Morant’s near triple-double not enough as Grizzlies routed in Portland
It was the Grizzlies’ first poor performance of the season, and unfortunately it was on national television.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Ja Morant’s incredible start
Ja Morant set the NBA world ablaze with his stunning play in the first three games of the regular season.
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Food News New Eats: Sugar Ghost brings fresh, local ice cream to Broad Avenue
All of the ice creams are made from scratch, in-house, with soft serve, dipped cones, milkshakes and bubble tea also on the menu.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: Ja Morant’s major Leap, Steven Adams’ passing, and other early Grizzlies observations
It has been an awfully encouraging first three games for the Memphis Grizzlies.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Earth, Wind and lots of Fire
This week’s listing of events is burning hot with Earth, Wind & Fire, Art on Fire, Indie Memphis Film Festival, Spree Wilson and more.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: At Grizz opener, getting in the building almost as smooth as Bane and Melton on the floor
Ja Morant had two highlights that were facilitated by the second- and third-leading scorers of the game. And following protocols to see their exploits posed relatively little trouble.
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Food News FedExForum adds WynnBET Sports Bar, Slim & Husky’s this season
The WynnBET Sports Bar at FedExForum will seek to bring fans into FedExForum even when the homecourt isn’t in action.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Hill, Herrington discuss JJJ, make predictions
Both Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predict the Grizzlies will return to the playoffs this season.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr., Grizzlies bet on each other with $105M extension
The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.
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Arts & Culture A viewer’s guide to the 2021 Indie Memphis Film Festival
More than half a dozen of the most highly regarded new films from festivals worldwide will make their Memphis debut at this week’s 24th Indie Memphis Film Festival.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: With Ja & Jaren back at the wheel, Grizzlies resume journey
This is what we’re here for — and Combo Meals, a chirping defender and that chase for the playoffs.
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Memphis GrizzliesHerrington: NBA preview, with notes and predictions for every team
With the 2021-22 NBA season now days away, here are some fast thoughts and record predictions for all 30 teams.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Should De’Anthony Melton be the Grizzlies’ answer for fifth starter?
De’Anthony Melton and Desmond Bane both might move into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup when the season begins. But the team ultimately will face a choice between them.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Two years later, Ja & Jaren remain a Grizzlies mystery
Various factors have kept the two from developing their rhythm together. Now is the time to see if their games mesh.
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Country Blues Fest, Greek Fest and Cooper-Young Beerfest
If you’re looking for a festival to attend, there’s probably one to your liking happening in Memphis this weekend.
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Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Clarke, Tillman seek roles in crowded Grizzlies frontcourt
The Grizzlies have been successful when Brandon Clarke and Xavier Tillman Sr. were paired, outscoring opponents by 6.6 points per 100 possessions, according to NBA.com.
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Music Mempho Music Festival sees capacity crowds, mostly clear skies, good tunes in concert return
Mempho Music Festival’s return came at a new location, on the grounds of the Radians Amphitheater at the Memphis Botanic Garden.
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September 2021
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The To-Do List The To-Do List: Broadway, Mempho return; Ironman holds inaugural event
Broadway returns to Memphis this week, as does a big music festival. It’s also the first local event for the Ironman organization, which will see competitors doing a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike and a 13.1-mile run, all in the space of a few hours.
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$15 Deals $10 Deal: Shrimp tempura lunch special at Sakura
The shrimp tempura special at Sakura, with soup and salad, might be one of the best lunch deals around.
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