Bao Toan is the kind of place that builds anticipation starting in the lobby. It’s date-night gold.

From cheesecakes to croissants to ice pops, here are five original treats inspired by roses and chocolate-covered strawberries for Valentine’s Day.

The Department of Homeland Security said agents with ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations arrested three Mexican nationals unlawfully present in the U.S.

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The new restaurant will be able to seat up to 200 guests, and chefs Michael Hudman and Andy Ticer said it will differ from their former New Orleans restaurant of the same name. 

With new owners, former staffers and a ton of upgrades to the building, Barksdale’s reopening brings a mix of old and new. 

Nearly 3,000 people are on the waiting list for the local meal program, and every day more people are being added.

From now until March 9, Girl Scout cookies are being sold across Memphis. For six bucks a box, you can get one of nine different options, although Thin Mints and Samoas are the most popular.

Josh Carlucci is on the podcast to talk about his South American travels, writing about food as a Memphis transplant and his endless quest for The Daily Memphian’s $10 Deals.

Two hot Memphis restaurants are opening new locations. Plus, incoming Raising Cane’s project is underway, and Jeremiah’s Italian Ice isn’t leaving Memphis. 

“(Collierville) is a family-oriented area close to churches and schools, and that’s certainly the target market for Belly Acres,” said a restaurant representative. 

An entire Thai menu — with an impressive version of drunken noodles — adds to Takashi’s offerings of well-executed sushi and soba bowls. 

In-N-Out Burger’s vice president of store development said there are no specific plans for the Memphis-area yet. 

Are eggs safe to eat now that human cases of bird flu are popping up? The short answer is yes, but they are probably going to cost you. 

A seafood restaurant has plans for the former Jerry Lee Lewis’ Cafe & Honky Tonk space on Beale Street.

When chef Drew Bryan at Blue Honey Bistro heard he was a James Beard awards semifinalist, he texted back one, disbelieving word: “Ha!” 

Memphis’ own 17 Berkshire is one of 20 bakeries nationwide to be recognized this year by the James Beard Awards. 

Being named a James Beard awards semifinalist is the culmination of three decades of working together for the duo at Acre.

Local spots like Plant-Based Heat, City Silo, and Imagine Vegan Cafe are redefining Memphis’ food scene.

Eric Barnes and Holly Whitfield also talk about dining trends and new Memphis restaurants opening soon.

Wolfchase Galleria has a burger joint, and new-look Pizza Hut opens. Plus, something sweet is blooming in the former Flame Ramen. 

The display case tells you everything you need to know about Isabella’s. A sprawling array of classic, oversized slices dominates the counter.

Corky’s No. 1 fan just might be a 10-year-old who goes to St. George’s Independent School. 

Three Memphis chefs with Chinese roots share their favorite “lucky” dishes to celebrate the Lunar New Year. 

Bao Toan, from the family behind Mochi & Mi, will open their newest restaurant Wednesday, Jan. 29. 

Central BBQ marries both the old and the new in its revamped Central Avenue location.