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Thanksgiving in Memphis 2026: Where to Preorder the Feast and What to Do

Somewhere in Memphis a group chat is debating whether mac and cheese counts as a side or the main event 🧀 Settle it at the table. Local kitchens are taking holiday orders, the Botanic Garden lights are almost on, and the long weekend is filling fast. Here's where to preorder the feast before the deadlines hit, plus things to do in Memphis from the weekend before Thanksgiving through Small Business Saturday.

Memphis, TN · 8d

melodicmag.com

The Band CAMINO announce ‘Live in Memphis,’ arriving Nov. 13

The Band CAMINO is bringing a piece of their hometown to fans everywhere with the announcement of their first live album, Live in Memphis, arriving Nov. 13. Recorded during the band’s two-night hometown celebration at Satellite Music Hall in Memphis over Labor Day weekend, the album captures a special moment for the group. The Sept. 4 and Sept. 5 performances also marked the opening of the new venue, with both shows selling out as fans gathered to celebrate the band’s history and the music that brought them to this point.

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Zamani Grill Headed to Cordova

Memphis-area diners are getting a fresh taste of the Mediterranean. A new restaurant called Zamani Grill has filed papers to open in Cordova, bringing a helping of the popular cuisine to local foodies. Zamani Grill has submitted an application for a certificate of occupancy with the Memphis and Shelby County...

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Chukis Burgers Flipping into Memphis

The Memphis burger scene is getting a little juicier. After making a powerful splash on the area Mexican food scene, busy restaurateur Abraham Valenzuela is turning his attention to America’s favorite sandwich with Chukis Burgers, a new concept working its way through the permitting process. Chukis Burgers will be...

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One local college campus ‘rocks’ with special music performance

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) -Music and entertainment students at the University of Memphis-Lambuth Campus rocked the night away. The students presented a special rock concert Thursday evening at the Hamilton Performing Arts Center. They played rock classics like Black Sabbath’s ‘War Pigs’, Billy Joel’s ‘Piano Man’, and much more....

Memphis, TN · 6d

WREG

‘Love Island USA’ seeks Memphis singles for upcoming season

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Are you a Memphian who’s looking for love and ready to be whisked away to live in a Fijian villa with several others who are also seeking love? Well, look no further, because Peacock’s hit dating competition series “Love Island USA” is searching for Memphis-based singles to appear in its upcoming season! […]

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WREG

Restaurant Inspection Scores: Oct. 27- Nov. 2

Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week, WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: Bangkok Alley2150 […]

Shelby County, TN · 10d

WREG

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Walmart brings drone delivery to West Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Walmart is now bringing drone delivery service to West Memphis, Arkansas. Mayor McClendon joined Walmart, Wing Drone Delivery, city officials, and community leaders Monday for the official ribbon-cutting celebrating the arrival of the Mid-South’s first drone delivery service, the city of West Memphis said. Standard delivery fees will apply per order, but […]

West Memphis, AR · 10d

Memphis Flyer

A Diva-Filled Holiday Show

Forget silent nights. Friends of George’s is bringing holiday drama, Hollywood divas, and ABBA hits to the stage with Mamma Dearest! Here We Joan Again, a campy musical comedy making its Mid-South regional premiere November 6th to 21st at Evergreen Theatre. The production also marks a first for the Memphis theater company: its first-ever live musical, complete with singing and dancing.

Memphis, TN · 8d

takingthekids.com

This Old-School Tennessee BBQ Joint Serves Southern Breakfasts And Slow-Smoked Meats Worth Trying

Hickory smoke and hot biscuits share the same kitchen here, and the doors open at 7 in the morning most days. That means you can order country ham and grits, then come back for ribs before dinner. I have to admit, that sounds like my kind of schedule. Breakfast and...

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The Commercial Appeal

Best Memphis-style BBQ restaurants? These 10 made a national ranking

Memphis barbecue has long been a source of hometown pride, but a recent national ranking gives local barbecue lovers another reason to celebrate. The USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards recently named the Top 10 restaurants for Memphis-style barbecue in the United States, and the Mid-South made quite an impression. Nine of the 10 restaurants on the list are located in the Memphis area, while the lone exception is Pappy's Smokehouse in St. Louis. MEMPHIS BARBECUE HISTORY: The story behind Memphis BBQ and how it conquered the world The rankings, announced on Oct. 28, were determined through nominations from a panel of experts followed by reader voting. The result is a list that recognizes both some of Memphis' most enduring barbecue institutions and restaurants that have developed their own loyal followings. Taking the No. 1 spot is Marlowe's Ribs & Restaurant , a Memphis favorite since 1974. Known for its hearty ribs, beef brisket, Elvis memorabilia, and signature fleet of pink limousines, Marlowe's offers a barbecue experience that is as memorable as its food. Just outside the top spot, Germantown Commissary claimed No. 2. Originally a country store, the restaurant has been serving barbecue since 1981 and is particularly well

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Action News 5, Kroger kick off holiday food drive across Mid-South

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Monday marks the kickoff of the Action News 5 Holiday Food Drive in partnership with the Mid-South Food Bank and Kroger. Community members can participate by making a monetary donation or dropping off food items at any Kroger location. Shoppers buying groceries or Thanksgiving dinner essentials can contribute by rounding up their purchase totals at the register, or by dropping off non-perishable goods and canned items. The Mid-South Food Bank is specifically requesting peanut butter, canned chicken, canned tuna, and soup.

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Parade

Elvis Presley Recorded a Forgotten 1969 Track in Memphis—And Turned It Into His Ultimate Comeback Anthem

A failed 1968 single was put on the back burner until the King of Rock and Roll recorded it during his legendary Memphis sessions

Memphis, TN · 11d

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Simply Done Catering Brings Take-and-Bake Market to Collierville Town Square

Simply Done Catering and Events is swapping some of its event-only hustle for a storefront, announcing plans to open Simply Done Main Street Market right in the heart of Collierville Town Square. The new spot will fill out 114 Main Street with freezers and coolers of ready-to-cook meals, fresh bread, farm eggs and grab-and-go lunch options, giving the longtime catering company a retail presence.

Collierville, TN · 11d

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This Old-School Tennessee Italian Restaurant Serves Homemade Ravioli That Keeps Locals Coming Back

The building behind this Tennessee Italian spot went up in 1927. The family recipes served inside have roots in the restaurant’s earlier days on Beale Street. The kitchen makes its signature ravioli fresh daily, following a longstanding family tradition. The story starts with a family patriarch who reached America...

Memphis, TN · 14d

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9 Tennessee Restaurants That Somehow Still Keep Their Prices Low in This Economy

One diner on this list keeps its grill hot until 4 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. Another sets down a plate of chips and salsa just because you walked in. I love that kind of stubborn generosity. Food costs keep climbing, and plenty of menus keep shrinking while the...

Memphis, TN · 9d

Memphis Flyer

We Saw You: Meat Me In Memphis Gala

Meat-loving guests mingled at the Meat Me in Memphis Gala, which was held October 29th at the Renasant Convention Center. Vendors prepared dishes using meat as a main ingredient at the annual fundraiser for the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, founded by Karl Schledwitz and Wes Jackson. This year’s lineup...

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Every Pot Simmers All Day at These 8 Tennessee Soul Food Kitchens

One Memphis kitchen opens its doors at 5 in the morning, and turkey necks and oxtails are already on the menu. I read that twice. Breakfast hours, and the pots are going strong. That detail sent me looking for more places like it across Tennessee. I found kitchens serving hot...

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