After more than a decade away from Memphis, Guy Fieri’s popular Food Network show returned to the Bluff City — and Whitehaven’s Trap Fusion is already feeling the effects. 

Zebra Lounge Memphis and Pho Binh have now closed, and Whataburger has started construction in Millington. 

The 3,400-square-foot restaurant will seat 49 people plus have patio space outside when finished. 

Plus, Kukuruku will open a second location in Memphis and Waffle House is headed to Millington. 

Gimme Sugar Bakery opens its first location, in Cordova, and City Brew Tours launches operations in Memphis.

Some design issues need to be resolved before the item goes before the Board of Mayor and Aldermen in January.

Owner/chef Tim Barker also talks about what’s next for him. 

Here’s a list of local restaurants and bars that will be open on Dec. 24 and Dec. 25 in Memphis and the Mid-South. Plus, you’ll find some takeout meal and catering ideas for pre-ordering.

A federal trade proposal would prevent restaurateurs from charging delivery fees, auto gratuities and credit card processing fees.

The restaurant’s contract with the museum was terminated after it planned a dinner benefiting a Palestinian relief fund. Loaf will close the case inside the Brooks early next year.

Running from Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, to Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, participating DeSoto County restaurants will offer a special deal — such as a percentage off of a dish or a reduced-price menu item — selected by each establishment.

A food tour revealed that, with a mix of Memphis-based brands and familiar chains, the airport is trying to have a little something for everyone.

A veteran hospitality worker recently opened a new coffee shop Downtown. 

Customers who want to go to Edge Alley just one more time only have a few days to do so. 

The grocery store would be the chain’s first in the Mid-South.

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Baker Aika Renzo opened Wagashi Japanese Bakery in November to fill a culinary void in Memphis.

Love cats and coffee? Christian Brothers University student Sahra Hernandez has just the place for you, on Summer Avenue.

After some legal problems with The Wing Guru location in Arlington, the business has reopened under its original owners.

Black Lodge’s new cocktail bar serves classic cocktails with an old-Hollywood vibe.

Stud Muffins expands into Cordova and Crosstown sees the return of Farm Burger and the addition of Vibe Foods Superfood Bar.

New Asia’s new owners have added dim sum dishes from their food truck to the menu, but the restaurant has also kept its standards, such as Peking duck and walnut shrimp — cooked by the same chef as before. 

The upscale seafood restaurant in Downtown Memphis opened less than two years ago.

The producers planning a May music festival in Tom Lee Park announced they are planning a barbecue contest there the same month — and at the same time as Memphis in May’s barbecue contest at Liberty Park.

Salad Station allows guests to choose their greens and toppings and pay by the pound. There will also be a baked potato bar.

Plus, longtime favorite New Asia has new ownership, and a Chipotle location is headed to Millington.