Food

Memphis-area restaurants began reopening for diners last month, under Tennessee’s social-distancing guidelines, so it’s finally time to reconnect with a local favorite.

Bananas Foster is one dish that is especially unique to New Orleans, a hub for banana imports in the early 1950s.

I’m a huge believer in the power of the chocolate chip cookie – it’s like a hug for your tummy.

This orange salad is a great springtime dish to add refreshing flavor to your plate.

It’s time to get creative and finally use the half-empty boxes of pasta and rice, cans of beans and other neglected items hiding in the back of the cabinet.

My introduction to chitlins was at the The Big Dinner sponsored by Washington County Sheriff Harvey Tackett. A friend later…

The Arcade Restaurant has expanded, 100 years after it first opened. “Memphis’s oldest cafe,” as it is affectionately called, has certainly come a long way since the days of potbelly stoves and its original, wooden structure.

Looking to enjoy some local brews this spring? Memphis breweries give patrons the chance to enjoy great beer while soaking in some nice weather. Here are our favorites:

Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman might be the most distinguished chefs in Memphis. The pair have been named James Beard Award finalists four times. They currently operate the Enjoy AM Restaurant Group.

Charlotte-based Chef Bruce Moffett, owner of Moffett Restaurant Group, is releasing his first cookbook, “Bruce Moffett Cooks: A New England Chef in a New South Kitchen.”

Whether you’re looking for a hearty breakfast or you’re itching to try something more exotic, these new Memphis restaurants will have you coming back for more:

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is saying goodbye to the Obama administration’s school lunch and breakfast program in a move to serve meals more appealing to students.

When two-time NBA champion and former Memphis Grizzlies star Mike Miller launched his energy drink brand, he chose the name Let it Fly. Now, Miller wants to apply that name to a Topgolf-inspired restaurant he’s launching in Germantown.

When most people think of Thanksgiving, they imagine a home-cooked meal of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and other classics. But it’s actually rather common for families to dine out. Here are three great Memphis restaurants that are open on Turkey Day.

You’ve got some hungry guests coming for Thanksgiving, which means you need to find a tasty turkey. Here’s what you should consider:

Crunchy, creamy, chocolaty, nougaty or even sour – what’s your favorite Halloween candy? We want to know.

You’ll find the Cane River tucked away in the heart of Louisiana’s pecan country. It’s a place known for fertile row crops, famous cotton production, significant Southern plantations and prized pecan orchards.

Trader Joe’s products are hidden gems, especially in the fall with its cauliflower products. Cauliflower is low in calories and has a load of vitamins and antioxidants, which help with collagen production, gastrointestinal health and reducing high blood pressure. Below is a list of cauliflower products every person needs to have in their fridge or pantry this season:

In case you forgot to tune in, the Cooking Channel show “Cheap Eats” recently made its way to Memphis to cover the local dining scene. The “Rockin’ Deals in Memphis” episode, which premiered last Wednesday, followed host Ali Khan as he visited four Memphis restaurants to discover the city’s best dining deals – and with only 12 hours and $35. Here’s what he found:

For more than two months, Restaurant Iris lay dormant, as it underwent renovations for its 10th-anniversary year. So what’s new with Restaurant Iris 2.0?

No matter how packed your daily schedule may be, you deserve a home-cooked meal. Here are a few quick recipes that are easy to make and even easier to grab on the go.

Fall is just around the corner, and Memphis has no shortage of Halloween-themed activities this year. Those who are of age might want to check out the Memphis Haunted Pub Crawl.

Craig Blondis and Roger Sapp’s restaurant concept, Central BBQ, has caught on like wildfire since the two opened their first establishment in Midtown 16 years ago. Now, they’re preparing to spread their wings beyond Memphis by opening a Central BBQ in Nashville.

Memphians can get burgers from restaurants all around the city, at a price of $5.99 or less, during Memphis Flyer Burger Week, which runs until Tuesday, July 17. Several renowned burger joints in the Bluff City are participating, including:

Every Saturday afternoon, beer enthusiasts can hop on the Memphis Brew Bus for a behind-the-scenes look at Memphis’ local craft brewing scene.

In Memphis, it’s all about the barbecue, and people aren’t shy about sharing their favorites. Today, we’re covering the best ribs in the city, so put some South in your mouth and try one of these well-known spots:

Chef Josh Steiner’s restaurant, Strano by Chef Josh, officially reopened this month in East Memphis. The new space, formerly Jim’s Place, is three times the size of Strano’s former location – featuring three dining rooms, a patio, bar area, wooden walls and large glass windows.

Memphians love Restaurant Iris, one of the city’s finest eateries. Some of the most popular dishes include the trout amandine and the delicious lobster knuckle sandwich. The restaurant’s popularity has given it the opportunity to do what few other establishments have done – completely reinvent itself. Here’s what you need to know:

With the rise of Uber Eats, Bite Squad and other food delivery services, a new food delivery search engine is arriving soon in Memphis to make the ordering process even easier. Think Google or Kayak, but only for food delivery companies.

Scoops Parlor is serving up mouth-watering crepes and frozen treats in Downtown Memphis’ historic South Main District.