Plus, bar owners Mary Oglesby and Paul Gilliam talk about the state of the service industry in Memphis.

“We are being asked to be present so that these court justices can ... put faces to creators and stop seeing this as so much of a battle about data breaches of state information,” said Chloe Sexton of Chloe’s Giant Cookies. 

Two Downtown restaurants welcoming customers, a new Scooter’s coffee and a Waffle House one step closer to construction on Forest Hill Irene Road.

Pair your burger with a beer, cue up a Patsy Cline song on the jukebox and let yourself be charmed by the misshapen magic of this Midtown institution.

James Beard and Webby Award-winning host Dan Pashman will be taping “The Sporkful” — with a local, special guest chef — in front of a live studio audience at the Buckman. 

Lafayette’s Music Room plans to continue its legacy of live music in Overton Square, but with shortened hours.

The Memphis Restaurant Association is looking to the past, roughly 100 years to the past, for its annual February food festival.

“Mad Grocer” Max Hussey approaches sandwiches through the lens of a fine dining chef. His Reuben is a prime example.

The restaurant’s original location Downtown at 87 S. Second St., however, remains open.

In other food news: Whataburger, Tops and Pizza Hut are all adding new locations.

If one of your resolutions is to eat more of Memphis’ culinary offerings, we’ve got you covered.

Unlike some budget-friendly ramen joints that cut corners, Nagoya’s broth delivers a depth and complexity that holds its own — especially against others around the city.

Abbi Nichols began baking on her own around age 12 on a whim. A few years later, she had an idea that would eventually lead to a profitable business.

Fine dining, fried chicken and a new deli are among the types of restaurants opening or expanding in the coming year. 

Increase your chances for luck in the New Year with this hearty soup.

The Daily Memphian staffers share 12 Memphis menu items they couldn’t get out of their heads this year.

Mustapha Mustapha, the owner of Sam’s Main Street Eatery, felt his space needed something more. His son wanted to run his own coffee shop. So, they brewed a plan.

Petals of a Peony and RockHouse Live will both introduce drive-thru concepts and Wing House will soon open in the former Nothing Bundt Cakes in East Memphis.

Wine expert Tiffany Werne explains the differences in sparkling wines and how to serve this bubbly libation on New Year’s Eve.

Complicated Pilgrim’s breakfast bowl proves quinoa isn’t boring; it’s just waiting for someone to show it a little love.

The holidays are about gathering with friends and family, with good meals as a centerpiece. 

We’ve got your guide to New Year’s Eve events for adults (and even one for kids!), and we’ve included some inspiration to help you meet your 2025 health goals.

Kaye’s Pints & Scoops own Kameisha Wilson says ice cream is not just for the summer. Here is a ice cream pie she makes every year for the holidays. 

“We hear a lot about restaurants closing here in Memphis, and they just leave, but this is one that we should say, ‘Thank you for all the things you have done for us. After 40 years, this family deserves all the flowers.”

Petra Cafe is looking for a new location, Guthrie’s Chicken will open, Wendy’s on Covington will be torn down and rebuilt, and Catherine & Mary’s will be renovated.