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Meanwhile, on Lamar Avenue in Orange Mound, a 70-year-old tower rises above an expanse of low-slung structures. Two sides of the monolith still bear the name and logo (an excavator) of United Equipment, which occupied the building for a time, after it was an animal feed mill and before its 20 years of vacancy. The surrounding lots are lush with weeds, and the property would be the delight of an urban archaeologist.

Two young and ambitious creatives in Memphis have a vision for the tower. Victoria Jones is the executive director of Black arts organization TONE; her co-mastermind James Dukes, a.k.a. IMAKEMADBEATS, is founder/ CEO of Memphis record label Unapologetic.

Together, the two look at the Orange Mound Tower and see what it could be: a lodestone for a disinvested, majority-Black neighborhood, an engine for entrepreneurship, a hub for the arts. And while their vision has yet to be fully realized, it’s well past the phase of “such great potential.” Jones and Dukes have elevated Memphis culture for years, together and individually — and they’ve secured significant investment already for the project, which they plan to fill with a mix of office, apartment, and retail space, as well as an arts incubator, recording studios, and a performance venue. Think Crosstown Concourse but vertical, and in one of the poorest ZIP codes in the state, in the country.

Then think about what the Orange Mound Tower could mean — for the neighborhood and for Memphis, but for other cities, too. Instead of tearing down what was and building in its place, Jones and Dukes are infusing something new into the cracked pieces of the past.

I would argue that reimagining what’s already

in front of us can be more challenging than dreaming up what isn’t; reality gets in the way.

I would also argue that the work of reimagining is our city’s specialty, our greatest idea export, and certainly a trademark of Victoria Jones and IMAKEMADBEATS. Which is why they are, jointly, Memphis magazine’s Memphians of the Year for 2021. This is the first year we’ve honored two Memphians of the Year instead of a single person. For that matter, it’s also the first time in our MOY series, which began in 2013, that the cover story has been written by two people: My thanks to Alex Greene and Chris McCoy for collaborating to tell this story of collaboration.

When considering this year’s honoree(s), we, in consultation with insightful community members, compiled a list of impressive individuals. A few fell into the lifetime-achievement category; others have been involved in our city’s ongoing Covid-19 response in various ways, or in environmental-justice work. Every person, every initiative discussed is worthy of recognition. In the end, we settled on Jones and Dukes for several reasons.

First and perhaps most significantly, the Orange Mound Tower project represents how Memphis can reimagine our liabilities as assets — how we can turn the chips on our shoulders into building blocks. Next, their vision can help make Memphis an example for how cities might evolve organically, creatively, in tune with their existing people and places.

But most of all, this: Looking at an abandoned shell of an 80,000-square-foot warehouse and seeing a thriving community magnet — a certain amount of audacity is needed to make the leap. Call it swagger. And what could be more Memphis?

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emphis is a city with great potential — which may sound like a dig, as in, “Wow, for someone with such great potential, she is kind of a mess.” And, yes, my hometown does struggle at times to overcome our underdog crouch, to harness our potential, to transform what could be into what is. Kids growing up here today may have less of a sense than I did, in the Nineties and early Aughts, that the only viable path to success required leaving town as soon as humanly possible, and Downtown developers are certainly banking on the idea that well-compensated young professionals will choose our river bluffs as their launchpads. The Brooks hopes to help magnetize Memphis with its planned 2026 move into a modernist edifice overlooking the Mississippi, while six miles of adjacent riverfront are to be transformed into more alluring public space.

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The Art of Black History The Dixon Gallery and Gardens presents “Black Artists in America: From the Great Depression to Civil Rights.”

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Horace Pippin, American (1888– 1946), Holy Mountain, I, 1944; Oil on canvas, 30 x 36 inches; Art Bridges, AB.2018.24.

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eople have a sort of mythological thinking about the arts — that, oh, it’s open and it’s free and it’s inclusive. But the art world is not,” says Earnestine Jenkins, professor of art history at the University of Memphis. “It has the same issues with exclusion of many artists who do not happen to be white, just like any other discipline or sector.”

Jenkins continues, “It was really HBCUs [historically Black colleges and universities], Black community centers, Black churches — these were the cultural institutions within Black communities that were the main supporters of Black American art and art history in the twentieth century. And unless you were a part of those communities, because of segregation, Jim Crow, you really didn’t see this work because

African-American artists were not being shown in mainstream galleries.”

This, in turn, led to Black artists being left out of the canon, despite their vital artistic practices which reflected and often subverted art movements of the time. As scholars work to rectify this gap in art history, The Dixon Gallery and Gardens’ latest exhibition — “Black Artists in America: From the Great Depression to Civil Rights” —

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brings this conversation about racism in the arts to Memphis and the Mid-South.

The exhibition of more than 50 pieces — sculptures, drawings, prints, and paintings from private and public collections in Memphis and throughout the states — walks through the Black artistic response to the social, economic, and political movements of the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s in chronological order.

This exhibit will be the first of its kind to cover such a range of Black art history. “It is important to gather all these works of art into one place, instead of them being a sidebar when talking about the greater canon of American art history,” says Julie Pierotti, Martha R. Robinson curator at the Dixon. “So

many of these artists were really important in their community, and in their moment they were really well-known in the American art scene but have been forgotten largely because of their race. We’re hoping to change that through this exhibition.”

Pierotti says she has learned so much about the nuances of the Black artist experience while curating this exhibition alongside Jenkins, who served as guest curator. Similarly, Kevin Sharp, the Linda W. and S. Herbert Rhea director at the Dixon, says, “As someone who is a little bit older, whose education was quite a few years ago at this point, a lot of these artists weren’t taught when I was in school.”

Initially, the exhibit was going to travel before the pandemic intervened. “But we realized very quickly and largely through Earnestine’s leadership that this gave us an opportunity to look at Memphis in the context of the national conversation about Black artists in America,” Sharp says. “And then we saw it as a real opportunity.”

Two artists who lived and worked in Memphis shine in this exhibit: Vertis Hayes and Reginald Morris. After coming to Memphis in 1938, Hayes started the art department at LeMoyne-Owen College, where he taught until the 1950s. Morris succeeded him and continued Hayes’ work of establishing a Black artistic community in Memphis.

“Almost every Black artist in this show taught in a Black colARTWORK COURTESY THE DIXON GALLERY AND GARDENS

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“So many of these artists were really important in their community, and in their moment they were really well-known in the American art scene but have been forgotten largely because of their race. We’re hoping to change that through this exhibition.” — Julie Pierotti Elmer Brown, American, 1909–1971, Gandy Dancer’s Gal, 1942; Oil on canvas, 24 x 32 inches; ARTneo, Gift of the Elmer Brown Estate.

lege somewhere,” Jenkins says.

“They gave back and taught at community centers or HBCUs when they weren’t going to be hired by white institutions. A lot of these artists, like Vertis Hayes, ended up founding and establishing these art departments at HBCUs.” Without this cycle of artist-turned-educator, Jenkins says, “You would not have had the decades of learning and exposure to the arts for Black students interested in the arts. … Even though Black American artists had this habitual issue to deal with, which was racism in the broader mainstream of the art world, they were always, at the same time, very much engaged in the art movements at the time.”

The exhibition begins with the Great Depression — the years following the New Negro Movement, or the Harlem Renaissance. “The Harlem Renaissance was one of the most important creative flowers of aesthetics that this country has ever produced,” says Sharp.

“And the Great Depression kind of winds that flowering down.

And so, there’s a fair amount of literature on the Harlem Renaissance, but by 1930 that literature gets more and more thin. We felt like that was a really useful moment to pick up the study.”

The art of the Great Depression centered around social realism — representational art with an easily understood social message that exposes ARTWORK COURTESY THE DIXON GALLERY AND GARDENS

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the inequalities and sufferings in American society. For the artists featured in this exhibition, these inequalities evinced themselves in the surge in racism, white supremacy, and racial violence. In Vertis Hayes’ painting The Lynchers, for instance, a menagerie of white men and women, young and old, stand in witness of a lynching that some of them perpetuated — their faces a startling dose of indifference.

In this show, a painting

by Archibald Motley hangs beside this painting by Hayes’ — bringing out the dramatic differences in subject matter seen throughout the exhibit.

While Hayes’ work elicits fear and discomfort, Motley’s Brown Girl after the Bath depicts a nude woman gazing into a mirror, her reflection making direct

eye contact with the viewer and thus conveying a sense of self-confidence and bodily autonomy.

“You have the whole emotional experience,” Pierotti says.

“There are works of art that show really difficult subject matter, and others that are meant to be joyful. But all the works of art invite you to spend time with them and really learn something from them.”

From the Great Depression, the exhibit moves on to the Black artistic response during World War II, when African Americans served as soldiers for a country where Jim Crow enforced segregation. In response to this dehumanizing social irony, Black artists turned to the canvas to compare the violence of the Nazi regime with America’s legacy of systemic

racism and racial violence, as can be seen in John Wilson’s Deliver Us from Evil.

In the postwar years leading up to the Civil Rights Movement, artists turned to abstract expressionism. “I think that artists begin to experiment with abstract because they see it as a type of freedom of expression that goes with not having to be so literal, so it doesn’t need to be exact,” Jenkins explains.

“But also, it’s not a negation of representation; it’s just that abstraction allows you to be even more expressive and bring the strong emotional content to the work.”

The largest work in this part of the exhibition is Reginald Morris’ series of surrealist murals, which were removed from the walls of Second Congregational Church in Memphis

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“I think that artists begin to experiment with abstract because they see it as a type of freedom of expression that goes with not having to be so literal, so it doesn’t need to be exact.”

— Earnestine Jenkins right: Reginald Morris’ surrealist murals from Second Congregational Church in Memphis. below: Hughie Lee Smith, American, 1915–1999, Contemplating My Future, 1954; Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 inches; The John and Susan Horseman Foundation of American Art.

and restored for the sake of this exhibit. The murals depicting Creation, Christ, and the Crucifixion blend African, Asian, and Mexican religious symbols with Euro-American representation, creating a dreamlike sense of universality. This is the first time the murals have been on display outside of the church.

In fact, Jenkins says, “Most of the works in this exhibition have never been shown — not only in Memphis but in this entire region. To be able to finally see a lot of these works was a thrill even for me.”

Through discourse spurred by exhibitions like these, Jenkins continues, Memphis has the opportunity to position itself as a leader in the arts, especially the arts associated with Black artists and artists of color. “We need a strong base of scholarship,” she says. “People have this nebulous idea of what the arts are, and it usually doesn’t include scholarship or the study of the visual world.

Human beings made images before they learned to write, so studying the visual world is extremely important [to understand the human experience at all points of history, from a range of perspectives].”

“There’s a whole lot more work to be done,” Sharp adds.

“We’re standing on the shoulders of our colleagues, like

Earnestine, who have done great projects before us.” In the coming years, the Dixon will continue tracing Black American art history with two planned future exhibits: The first, in fall of 2023, will cover

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the start of the Civil Rights Movement in the mid-1950s through the Bicentennial in 1976; the second, in the fall of 2025, will pick up with the Bicentennial and end with the September 11th attacks.

“Black Artists in America: From the Great Depression to Civil Rights” will be on display at The Dixon Gallery and Gardens until January 2, 2022.

Admission to the museum and gardens is free until the end of 2021.

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Books Are Real-Life Magic Jeremee DeMoir of DeMoir Books & Things offers a seat at the table with the Bluff City’s newest bookstore.

BY JESSE DAVIS

Books — within minutes of walking in the small store on White Station Road, I was deep in a conversation about comic books, local authors, and some of the best nonfiction writing to grace the pages of The Atlantic. In short, I had been in the store for less than five minutes and already felt like a regular.

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he bookstore is quiet and warm when I drop by on a cold and cloudy late-autumn day. The two workers at the sales counter, who happen to be the owner and the inventory specialist, add to the warm atmosphere with a cheerful greeting. My eye is caught by a prominently displayed copy of Black Panther: Tales of Wakanda (featured in the February 2021 issue of this magazine).

“That book is great! Did you know that there are four Memphians with stories in it?” asks Jeremee DeMoir, a Memphian, educator, lifelong reader, author, and owner of the Bluff City’s newest bookstore, DeMoir Books & Things.

Nice and knowledgeable — that’s two points right off the bat. I confess that, yes, I do know; in fact, I interviewed three of the four Memphians, and I’m here a little early to take some photos to accompany the magazine feature we discussed. Jeremee introduces me to his husband, Jordan Mays-Demoir; we chat about Ta-Nehisi Coates’ The Water Dancer, also on display, and how the novel is the perfect distillation of Coates’ nonfiction work on race in America and his more fantastic (shall we say “marvelous”?) work writing Black Panther and Captain America comics.

And that is perhaps the best introduction to DeMoir

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eMoir’s journey to being the owner of a local bookstore started before he even took his first steps. “When my parents found out they were pregnant with me, my mom instantly went to her local bookstore and found these different amazing baby books and nursery rhyme books, and she started reading to me in utero. So the moment I was physically in the world, the journey continued,” DeMoir says. “I fell in love with reading.”

That love is a driving force for DeMoir, for whom the art of storytelling is a passion kept close to his heart. He still treasures his childhood books and has even managed to hold onto some of them. And, of course, he progressed from nursery rhymes to more challenging material.

“My favorite childhood book growing up was called Willie Jerome. It’s actually by a local Memphis author — Alice Faye Duncan,” DeMoir says, giving a brief synopsis of the plot. Willie loves to play the trumpet, and he practices often, sometimes to the chagrin of his neighbors. But the young musician’s passion yields results, as his practice makes perfect. Eventually, his playing helps soothe his family members and some of his neighbors who are stressed. It should be no surprise that a book by a local author, about the way a passion for the arts can create ripples in the community, is one of DeMoir’s favorites. Willie Jerome tells a tale not unlike the bookseller’s own story. But more on that soon.

“I eventually fell in love with Alex Haley’s Queen, which is his followup to Roots,” DeMoir continues. “As an adult I go back and forth between Young Adult fiction and adult fiction. There are so many amazing authors out right now that I really, really enjoy.” He reels off a list of names including Angie Thomas, George M. Johnson, TomiAdeyemi.

“I am a part of the Harry Potter generation. Harry Potter started when I was a kid,” DeMoir says. “As Harry grew up, I did as well. The first three books are considered children’s books, but the others are considered YA.” DeMoir believes the gradual change in tone and reading level in the Harry Potter series prepared his generation to read more widely. As readers who fell in love with the earlier, lighter Potter books revisited them, even as they were older, they learned that reading outside their specified age bracket wasn’t a crime.

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thrive. “You have to have this open mind to the progression of literature,” DeMoir says. “It just broke the wall of what was acceptable or what was suitable based on age or religion or race or creed or anything.”

“The thing about YA fiction — and YA genres, period — is over the past five years, it has expanded to be such a diverse universe that isn’t just about teenage stories, but anyone who has a story,” DeMoir says. “The YA genre has been flooded with diversity and inclusion and so many LGBTQIA+ topics and so many stories that weren’t necessarily being represented in the time in adult fiction literature — or maybe weren’t necessarily reaching the masses.

“It speaks to the teenager that still lives inside of us that maybe didn’t get the chance to grow up all the way. It gives us a chance to go back and relive those moments we might have had, those shoulda, coulda, woulda moments.”

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y background is in education, so I spent a lot of my years post-college teaching English and creative writing. I’ll always have that literature background in the back of my head. Our goal as educators is to expose students to the world that should be around them.”

Kids feel forced to read books for school, but the classics don’t always speak to kids, which sometimes sours them on reading altogether. “That gives a very limited scope,” DeMoir says. “The world is changing, and we have to change with the world and present new literature that can be not only all-inclusive but also meaningful to people.

It’s super important to find stories that speak to the kid of 2021, the adult of 2021.”

DeMoir’s mission is to help provide for the wants and needs of everyone in his community. That mission is, he believes, both the founding principle of the bookstore, and also one vital purpose for fiction. “It’s so amazing to be able to open up Angie Thomas’ book — well, any of her books; you know she’s from Jackson, Mississippi, so she’s up the street — and just being able to walk into a contemporary world that looks just like ours today. And then jumping into Tomi Adeyemi’s Children of Blood and Bone that takes us to an imaginative world in Africa,” the bookseller says, his voice tinged with excitement. “It gives us all the opportunity to have escapism while still learning about the world outside of what we usually experience. That’s how we become well-rounded people. It’s how we become agents of literacy.”

DeMoir’s journey to being an agent of literacy may have begun before birth, but that doesn’t mean the path was linear. He has been a reader, educator, author, and bookseller, but even someone as passionate about his purpose as DeMoir needs help along the way sometimes. “I’ve always been an avid reader, but I wasn’t always the strongest writer, until I got to seventh grade,” he remembers. “That’s when I met the most amazing middle-school creative writing teacher [Jonathan Moore], who helped me tap my imagination and showed me that writing words can literally shape your world and change it. They ended up inspiring me to become a teacher to do the same thing.

“This is my last week, actually,” DeMoir tells me. After several years in the classroom, teaching both English and creative writing, he realizes he needs to devote more and more time to the bookstore. “I just had this inkling to feed the other half of me, which was reading. So I had to make DeMoir Books happen.”

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ee a need in the community, and fill it. That — along with the aforementioned lifelong love of literature — is ultimately what brought DeMoir Books & Things to life.

“I taught in underserved communities that didn’t even necessarily have access to a library in the community,” DeMoir explains. “I initially started out by donating books, because I have way too many.” But donating books to libraries didn’t fully satisfy the urge to share a passion.

“I just absolutely love books, and I wanted to share my love of reading and writing with people, not just my students but people in general,” he continues.

“We offer a local author section for people who might have a story but might not have a publishing house behind them to get their books on the shelf. So we offer them an opportunity to do that. One thing I constantly say is that everyone in life deserves a seat at the table.

We all deserve to be physically seen.”

The drive to help the community, to offer seats at the table, has served DeMoir well. Starting a new business during a global pandemic isn’t exactly easy. “I was super terrified,” DeMoir admits.

“Just as we were getting ready to start with all the licensure they closed the city back down.” His family was nervous, too, and told him to be cautious, and he was, but DeMoir wouldn’t be dissuaded.

He made sure to have an online presence, able to order books the store didn’t actually have on the shelf at the moment, so he could still make sales if there was another quarantine.

And, in keeping with the community-first mindset, whatever the mandate of the moment, DeMoir Books & Things requires patrons to don masks to enter the store. “It’s been a yo-yoing process,” he says of the changing mandates.

The care has paid off. DeMoir says they get foot traffic from White Station Middle School, “and weekends are really great.”

They also host game nights, bi-weekly movie nights, offer a loyalty program for customers, and have hosted booksignings for local authors in the store’s event space.

“That’s been a fulfilling thing,” DeMoir says, and as an author himself, he knows the value of seeing one’s work come to fruition. “People have come in and booked the event space so they can have their own movie nights with their family and friends because of Covid and they don’t necessarily feel safe going to the theater. It’s been a great community spot since we opened our doors. Our calendar has been rotating! We’ve definitely been busy.

“Every day hasn’t been super crazy, but every day is something. I’m thankful for that.”

“The world is changing, and we have to change with the world and present new literature that can be not only all-inclusive but also meaningful to people.“ — Jeremee DeMoir

DeMoir Books & Things is located at 739 White Station Road, Memphis, Tennessee 38122; 901-464-0395. Find out more at demoir-books.square.site.

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our dozen gingerbread men are made by hand daily at Kay Bakery. And only one cookie cutter is used.

“We make them every day and just enough for the day,” says Queo Bautista, who, along with his brother, Misael Bautista, bought the bakery in 2007. Queo, 44, was born in Acapulco, Mexico, and moved to the United States when he was 17.

“I was a baker when I was 18,” he says. “I started working for a Mexican bakery in Chicago and I found that I liked to do that. I was working all the time until I got this bakery in 2007 with my brother. I was the one baking and he was the one that was helping me.”

The cookies are made from the original recipe, which the Bautistas acquired when they bought the business, Queo says.

They originally had three of the original gingerbread men cookie cutters, but now they’re down to one. And that one, which is a little bent, may be on its last aluminum leg.

“We couldn’t find any cookie cutters similar to the original ones,” Queo says.

“When they break, they’re gone. We’ve got to take care of that cookie cutter.”

Customers love these cookies, which are made from a batter that highlights the flavors of brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, and honey. They’re especially popular during this time of year.

“Christmastime, people order 40 to 60 dozen at a time,” Queo says. “Businesses. Schools.”

The bakery fills special orders of the gingerbread men. Each is decorated the same way. Cookie dough forms the body, but they add red food coloring for the two eyes, nose, smiling mouth, three buttons, boots, belt, and hat. Everything is just a dot, except the belt and hat, which are lines.

They’ve always been decorated that way, Queo says, and he doesn’t think it would go over too well if he made any changes to them. “They’d know that it looks different,” he says,

include vanilla, chocolate, and lemon petit fours; brownies; chocolate pie; chocolate-chip cookies; and “chocolate drops,” a shortbread cookie.

Their white wedding cakes also are from “back in the day” when all-white — vanilla white cake and icing — wedding cakes were popular, Queo says. “This bakery was more traditional.”

Many members of the older generation who ordered this

left to right: Queo Bautista with trays of gingerbread men, original owner Leona Kay, and — proof that the bakery is a Memphis institution — executive editor Michael Finger’s first birthday cake, which came from Kay Bakery. He won’t tell us the year. type of wedding cake have passed away. But Queo sees a resurgence of young people ordering white wedding cakes.

They grew up in homes that knew about this cake, so “they know where to get them.”

The Bautistas have added traditional Hispanic baked items, including sweet bread, milk or “tres leche” cakes, and their rosca de reyes or “king cakes” for Epiphany. They also make the traditional king cake for Easter.

Originally, the employees were just Queo, who still bakes, Misael, and Isaac Brown, who retired after working at Kay for years before the Bautistas bought it. Now they have 14 employees, Queo says.

And only one gingerbread man cookie cutter.

Kay Bakery is located at 667 Avon Road, 901-767-0780.

PHOTOGRAPH OF QUEO BAUTISTA BY MICHAEL DONAHUE

“and they’d probably say, ‘You changed the recipe!’”

Kay Bakery dates to 1932, Queo says. So, those gingerbread men probably have a long history at the bakery, which was founded by the late Leona Kay. The original bakery was on Jackson Avenue, as far as Queo knows. Then it moved to its current location on Avon Road, just north of Summer, which was in operation 12 years before the Bautistas bought it.

When they purchased the bakery, they received close to two dozen of the original recipes, Queo says, and “we took all of them.” Items they prepare from those recipes

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Art Bar at Crosstown Arts Tucked behind gallery space, a cozy nook offers retro style and balanced libations.

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unday evening is underrated as a going-out night. Fridays lose their luster in busy adulthood — so much so that I’ve identified a particular varietal of exhaustion: Friday Tired. Saturdays are too popular. Maybe you enjoy crowded bars and long wait times, and more power to you — but I will not be jostling you for space any time soon. By Sunday evening, with the laundry finished and the errands run, your options are to stay home and succumb to the Sunday Scaries — or to cancel out the end-of-weekend melancholy with an evening out. Bonus: Even if you’re back home at a perfectly reasonable hour, a Sunday night out can feel slightly against the rules, in the most delicious way.

And so, on a recent Sunday evening, my husband and I briefly fled our house and our nagging inboxes and went in search of something different.

Which is how we came to ascend the glowing, winding crimson stairs of Crosstown Arts and enter Art Bar. After closing in March 2020 amid the early days of the pandemic, Art Bar at last reopened in late August 2021.

Tucked on the second story of Crosstown Concourse, Art Bar

is itself a work of art (and an impeccable portrait backdrop, if you care to create art of your own while imbibing). Furnished with colorful mid-century pieces, each room of Art Bar is decorated in a slightly different hue and vibe, and walking from one chamber to the next feels a bit like being inside a mood ring.

Throughout, you’ll find vintage paintings and small ceramic sculptures of dogs and cats — just the right level of kitsch.

My husband and I settled on

a landing spot directly below a gallery wall of dog portrait paintings (of course).

I should mention that you’re reading a story about cocktails written by someone who doesn’t drink alcohol. (I hope you don’t feel cheated.) Here’s the magic trick: Art Bar is so pleasant a place to spend time, and their nonalcoholic offerings so enticing, that even a retired drinker like me can enjoy a lovely evening there.

In fact, I even had options — pretty much the holy grail of a drinks menu to a nondrinker.

Art Bar now offers Replenish Kombucha (locally made!) on tap in three f lavors: sweet ginger, lavender, and hibiscus berry. I can vouch for all three, but I wanted something fancier, and Art Bar delivered.

“90 in the Shade” (pepper and basil simple syrup, grapefruit, Topo Chico) arrived in a tall glass garnished with a sprig of rosemary. More sour than sweet, it presented faint vegetal notes (in an appealing way) alongside the acidic punch of grapefruit, tempered by the sweet earthy freshness of basil. The basil, by the way, was grown in the Concourse garden. For those who choose not to drink or who ought not to drink, for whatever temporary or permanent reason, being able to order a nonalcoholic cocktail that’s actually interesting is a revelation.

My husband gamely took one for the team and ordered a ginbased drink called “Flowers for Hours” (Uncle Val’s gin, crème de violette, dandelion honey, lemon).

Served with a single golf ballsized ice sphere (the larger the ice, the slower it melts, diluting the drink) and garnished with a single tiny dandelion flower, the pond-green potation smelled floral and tasted “very balanced,” he reported. The floral and citrus flavors were both noticeable, but “neither one overpowered the other.”

Art Bar serves several other house cocktails — one tequila-based, another Scotch-based — as well as a closely curated selection of “special stuff ” (absinthe, cognac, amaro), various spirits, wines, and local beers on tap from Crosstown and Wiseacre Breweries.

Fancy a snack with your liquid entertainment? Art Bar keeps it simple, with two hard-to-argue options. In a savory state of mind?

The rosemary focaccia is here for you, served with marinated olives and Montalbán cheese (a mixedmilk Spanish product reminiscent of Manchego). If you’re here for after-dinner drinks, or heck, if you decide to exercise your adulthood with pre-dinner dessert, order the chocolate ganache cake.

Maybe it’s Sunday night, and you need to set the alarm for work tomorrow. But for now, settle in on a stylish couch and toast to breaking a few little rules.

Two ceramic dogs look longingly at “Flowers for Hours” and “90 in the Shade.”

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANNA TRAVERSE FOGLE

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THE LEADERS OF TONE AND UNAPOLOGETIC ARE POISED TO TRANSFORM THE COMMUNITY WITH ORANGE MOUND TOWER.

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his magazine named our first Memphian of the Year in December 2013. The series began, as many good ideas do, pretty nearly by accident. Senior Editor Marilyn Sadler had written a feature story about Rabbi Micah Greenstein of Temple Israel, and as the editorial team was approaching its press deadline, they reviewed the story, considered the scale of Greenstein’s impact — and realized that they had more than the average cover story on their hands. “Why don’t we make him ‘Memphian of the Year?’” said then-CEO Kenneth Neill. Since then, the Memphian of the Year recognition has become an annual honor, spotlighting people who have left indelible positive marks on the civic, business, and cultural framework of the city.

This year, the debate in Contemporary Media conference rooms and Zoom calls was particularly intense, as we discussed many candidates who had gone above and beyond the normal call of duty as our city has endured nearly two years of pandemic strain.

Unprecedented times lead to unprecedented measures.

For the first time, we have awarded the Memphian of the Year not to an individual, but to a partnership. Many, many people have excelled in their own fields and benefited our city, but what sets Victoria Jones and James Dukes (who performs as IMAKEMADBEATS) apart is the breadth of

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their impact — and the scope of their vision — across arenas.

The organizations they founded — TONE and Unapologetic — have changed Memphis’ visual arts, music, fashion, culture, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy for the better. The project that has arisen from the two leaders’ collaboration, Orange Mound Tower, has the potential to transform a community that has long suffered under the yoke of poverty and institutional racism. For their refusal to accept the labels others may try to pin, and for their sweeping vision of a dynamic future Memphis, Victoria Jones and James Dukes are our 2021 Memphians of the Year.

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Victoria Jones, founder and executive director of TONE, and James Dukes, a.k.a.

IMAKEMADBEATS, artist, producer, composer, and founder of Unapologetic.

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ometime in 2015, Voresa Booker was rummaging through her attic when a long-forgotten scrapbook caught her eye. It was a collection of the civil rights news from 1991. Marked in her mother-in-law’s hand was a dedication to Voresa’s daughter, Victoria Jones, born that year. Now, 24 years later, as Voresa gave her daughter the scrapbook for her birthday, Victoria burst into tears.

“She was very serious about us knowing Memphis history,” Jones recalls of her paternal grandmother, Andrewnetta Hawkins Jones, who had inscribed the book. “In 1991, we had the first Black mayor and the opening of the National Civil Rights Museum. So the scrapbook had all the newspaper clippings from that, and a letter about her legacy and continuing her work.”

Growing up, Jones watched Andrewnetta making a mark on Memphis history. “She was from Memphis, and heavily into the civil rights movement,” she says. “She did a lot of work in diversity when the city was working to get more Black business owners and get them physical locations. She wanted us to be aware of what our

skin means in this country. And the ways it shows up. But it wasn’t all just negative. She wanted us to know it was something we should be proud of. So I think that early understanding has framed my experience throughout my life.”

Armed with her family’s sense of history, Jones minored in the subject when attending Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in Murfreesboro, along with minors in African-American Studies and English.

Those fields of study helped her make sense of experiences far beyond Memphis. “My parents were both in the military, so we were moving all the time,” she says. “We lived in California, Virginia, and Seattle, and then moved to Florida. And that was a total culture shock. Because that was the first time I saw Confederate flags. I had no idea that was a thing until then. And not just Confederate flags, but the hunting gear.

I was kind of nervous, like, ‘What’s going on?’ I got called the N-word for the first time. Someone told me that Black people weren’t a part of the human race. I remember my mom having these conversations about, ‘Don’t let them tell you who you are.’”

Since then, Jones has defined her identity on her own terms. In college, that blossomed into activism, focusing first on MTSU’s Forrest Hall. “The whole time, I thought it was ‘Forest’ because we have so many trees on campus,” she laughs. “Finally one of my professors explained [that it was named after Nathan Bedford Forrest]. As soon as I found out, I started organizing to try to get the name changed, and we started the Black Student Union there.”

She also organized art shows at MTSU, which led to her first work at then-new Crosstown Arts, when the organization was in a smaller space across Cleveland from the Concourse. Jones recalls, “Lester Merriweather is a brilliant visual artist, and his was the first show I worked.

I was a gallery attendant and event person. But nobody who looked like me came into the space. Honestly, the CLTV started by trying to get Black folks into Crosstown. I think we had a chance to see the capacity art has for building community. And then it kind of grew from there.”

The CLTV, a Black arts and community nonprofit, launched in 2016.

They settled into the CMPLX, a gallery and workspace on Lamar Avenue in Orange Mound, in 2019; in 2020, they rebranded as TONE. Whatever the name, the group expresses the same drive Jones embodies, to expand what Blackness looks like in today’s America.

Even with a family that grasps the importance of history, it’s been an uphill climb. “My mom took a really long time to get on board with what I was doing,” says Jones. “It was not because she didn’t believe in me, but because she was fearful for me. Or my grandma, before she passed, she was like, ‘Baby girl, I just want you to relax a little bit, because you’ve got to remember where you are.’ She’s had actual experiences where people have been run out of town. And so there are moments where our parents, our grandparents, our elders are showing up, and at the core of it is fear and the desire to protect us.”

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF TONE

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where in the Black arts creative ecosystem of the city, you probably ran into one of these two organizations, if not both, in the same spaces,” says Dukes, referring to TONE and Unapologetic. “We supported each other. We were fans of what each other was doing, and we had a lot of the same friend circles.”

Still, a partnership between the two groups was not immediately

obvious. Jones worked in the more traditional world of arts nonprofits, while Dukes was an entrepreneur operating in the cutthroat music business. “Victoria and myself, we created these organizations out of what we felt was missing,” says Dukes. “As leaders of organizations, we eventually became friends. We would periodically meet up just to talk about how to build and debate approaches

to solving issues that both of our organizations had.

“First and foremost, it was how to be us,” he continues. “That seemed to be the continuing theme through almost every facet of our discussions: Where can we go to be extremely us — not kind of us, not the version of us that would get us paid, but the version that will make us happy as artists. … That was the real foundation of

the friendship and partnership that allowed us to sit in the room one day and say, ‘Hey, you know, there’s gotta be some way that we can move together.’”

Jones says the focus of their conversations was often less about what they could do than where they could do it. For Black artists, working in gallery spaces that historically owe their existence to wealthy, white benefactors brings invisible

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magine a bleak winter morning in Orange Mound.

Young James Dukes clambers into an old car. His father, Michael, turns on the radio — dial set to 91.7 WUMR, the Jazz Lover — and suddenly colors warm their world.

“My dad would drive around listening to jazz because it would keep him calm,” Dukes remembers. “He hated the way people in Memphis drove. He would use jazz as a way to calm down. He was definitely tuning in to the University of Memphis station a lot, but he also had his own collection. And I immediately gravitated toward jazz emotionally before I even knew what was going on. No teacher told me that stuff. I didn’t even know the artists’ names. I just liked that it was unpredictable.”

Dukes, known over the years as NeMo, then IMAKEMADBEATS, or simply MAD, is the founder, beatmaker, and philosopher of the Unapologetic collective. He was born to embrace the unpredictable, whether the new style of hip hop that he and his musical cohort have produced for the better part of a decade, or the new vision of community development that Unapologetic and TONE are pursuing in Orange Mound.

Dukes’ diverse background imbued him with the urge to strip away the scripts people unconsciously follow until something real and fresh emerges. “My mom was born in Guyana, raised in Europe, married and had her first child in Canada, married again, and had her next two children in the United States, me being one of them,” Dukes explains.

“She spoke in three different accents; it just depended on how she felt.

So, having a broad intake of things is in my DNA.” Even in Memphis, Dukes’ life was a study of contrasts. “My dad was raised in White Station, right near where Whole Foods is right now,” he says. “He had eight siblings and a mother and a father living all together there. And — how do I put this? — they were firebombed into leaving their home in White Station.

“There was a big argument between my grandmother and my grandfather about whether or not they should leave,” Dukes explains.

“My grandma wanted to leave because it was unsafe for her children, but my grandfather didn’t. He wanted to stay and go to war. But they ended up leaving. That’s when our family moved to the Orange Mound area. My granddaddy opened up a store there. I was on Barron and a few other locations. That’s where my dad raised us. My great-grandma was already there. So when we’re talking about uplifting our ancestors, the people who came before us, I think about that all the time.”

Orange Mound became a sanctuary for the family. Today, Dukes feels his Orange Mound roots deeply, but he had to leave his hometown before he could fully appreciate it. After tinkering with recording

constraints. “We have to tip-toe this line of perfection and be twice as good to get half as far,” she says.

“We never get to experiment. We never get to explore these shadowy parts of ourselves or these curious parts of ourselves.”

In Unapologetic’s Dirty Socks Studio — which Dukes built in his spare bedroom — Jones saw a model of artistic freedom. She wanted to create something similar

for the visual arts. “I was ready to bring in a bunch of folks just to sign leases, to rent,” she recalls. “It was NeMo who said, ‘We can’t do this if we don’t own it.’”

They knew owning a Black arts incubator space meant entering the opaque world of real estate, assuming the responsibility for maintenance expenses, and, most daunting of all, coming up with a way to pay for it all. That means

in his teens, then attending college in Florida, he got a job working at Quad Recording Studios in New York. There he met many stellar artists, including Busta Rhymes, whose encouragement led the artist/engineer to create his alter ego, IMAKEMADBEATS. That was when “MAD,” as he’s known to his friends, truly began following his own star.

When he returned to Memphis ten years ago, he founded Unapologetic, a music, media, and fashion collective. After years of struggle, Unapologetic is now making waves nationally, snagging an endorsement from Red Bull and placing tracks in commercials and Netflix series. From the beginning, being unabashedly “you” has been at the heart of Unapologetic’s mission. In his 2019 TEDx talk, Dukes celebrated individuals doggedly pursuing their unique visions while sporting a shirt that read “DisrupTEDx.” His embrace of the unpredictable guides both his work with Unapologetic and his collaboration with TONE. “Secrets don’t start movements,” he told the rapt TEDx crowd.

“Uncovering them does. Someone is waiting on you to be you.

Extremely you. Awkwardly you. Effortlessly you. Vulnerably you.

Unapologetically you.”

creating, as Jones says, “… a self-sustaining organization where grants are just a nice thing to have, not a necessity.”

Dukes says the potential upside outweighs the risks. “That’s the beauty of it. The heart of our connection was watching people show up and do what they were doing with similar energy. This isn’t just people using the word ‘Black.’ This is the diversity of Black, and I love

it. And I would love to do it in the first neighborhood built by Black people, to explore that diversity and create that space on a larger-thanlife scale. One of the key things about ownership was, we knew that we needed to make the space as excellent as our minds could make it. And we knew that if somebody else controlled the property, that it could be limited — and it most likely would be limited.”

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THE GREAT PROJECT At first, the idea was simply to go from renting to owning by buying the strip mall on Lamar where the TONE gallery was located.

Negotiations began soon after TONE moved there in 2019 and dragged on for years. “Somebody bought it from underneath us, and we were pretty sad about that,” says Dukes. “The second-tier idea was the United Equipment Building at 2205 Lamar.”

Built in 1951 as a feed mill, the 200-foot-tall tower and adjacent 80,000-square-foot warehouse complex had been vacant for decades.

It’s a landmark in Orange Mound, visible from all over the neighborhood. The symbolism was not lost on Jones. “I think as soon as we really started considering the tower as a viable option, it became the best option. It’s obviously way more work, but we can start from scratch and build a state-of-the-art campus for Black innovation, Black artists, Black culture, and Black businesses.”

The pair embarked on what Dukes calls a “trauma tour,” sharing their life stories with potential funders and investors to try to convey the impact this project could have on a community that has long struggled with racism, neglect, and blight. Anasa Troutman, executive director of Clayborn Temple, connected them with The Kataly Foundation, whose Restorative Economies Fund “seeks to close the racial wealth gap and transform our financial system by strategically reinvesting resources into community-owned and governed projects that create shared prosperity.”

The Kataly Foundation seemed tailor-made to empower Orange Mound Tower. When Kataly representatives visited TONE, Jones recalls, “We didn’t even go on-site. They just looked at the tower from the gallery, and we told them what it would mean to Black creatives, what it would mean to the community, and what it would mean to Memphis as a whole.”

Securing the Kataly grant, which required matching funds from local investors, proved decisive. “Once we were able to wave a national funder in conversation with local folks, that conversation began to shift,” says Jones.

“It’s not the DJ, it’s the first person on the dance floor,” says Dukes.

In the spring of 2021, the partnership closed the deal for Orange Mound Tower. They celebrated with a Juneteenth concert which attracted thousands of people to the seven-acre site. Once completed, the $50 million complex will include 120 apartments and condos, ample commercial space, an arts incubator and galleries, a performance venue, and Unapologetic’s offices and recording studios.

Jones, who says the ongoing capital campaign will expand in early 2022, describes their progress as “rounding third and heading home. … We’ve got a cohort of stakeholders from Orange Mound who are helping us talk through

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Jones and Dukes never expected to find themselves at the forefront of a project with such transformational implications, but now that they are, they are determined to build something that will last.

“We are not the first people to think of doing this,” says Jones. “But the lack of resources keeps forcing us to start from scratch, so every generation is having to start at ground zero because the city — and I’m gonna blame it on the city — didn’t do its part in making sure that these institutions and organizations have the capacity to live on to the next generation. … I think on paper, pioneering is sexy and cool, but it is exhausting. It’s frustrating. It can be depressing. I have experienced my biggest bouts with depression in this work. That’s not to say that this thing will cure depression! I’m not making that big of a claim, but the thought that the next generation will not have to take on the same emotional, spiritual labor that we have had is at least 50 percent of why we do what we do.”

It’s the synergy between the two leaders that has made this exciting project possible.

“I think Vic and I, we have a lot of similarities in our history, but a lot of very different experiences that have provided us with a well-rounded approach,” says Dukes, who grew up only a few blocks from Orange Mound Tower. “If everything we want to be in that tower was already there, I can imagine being 16 years old, and walking down the street to make beats. That would have been crazy. … I look forward to income that has nothing to do with making a beat, or selling a record, or doing a show. This is a real estate venture. So that’s going to empower us as foundational organizations to take some risks. And y’all know, we love risks.”

Jones says she and Dukes are the right people, in the right place, at the right time to make difference.

“I feel my ancestors moving all the time,” she says, “putting the pieces in place, and there’s a really beautiful opportunity for us to continue the work they’ve been doing.

Even if they weren’t able to hand us a physical baton, they put the pieces in place to make sure we’re able to do this for the next generation.”

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Architect Brian Andrews mixes past and present to beautiful effect.

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I ’ve lived everywhere,” says Brian Andrews. The University of Memphis architecture professor was born in Magnolia, Arkansas, but his horizons soon widened. His father’s work as a civil engineer took the family all over the world — first to New Orleans, then Beirut, Lebanon. “I learned to write my name in Arabic before I learned to write it in English,” he says.

He had his first glimpse of his future at age 9, while his family was living in Lagos, Nigeria. “My dad brought home these blueprints one day of what’s called a ‘jacket,’ which is a giant steel tower that sinks into the ocean, and they put a drilling rig on top of it, to get oil out of the earth,” he recalls. “I was just fascinated by the graphics of these

blueprints. I asked Dad, ‘What job do you have to have where you get to deal with these things all day?’ And he said, ‘Oh, that’s an architect.’”

After spending his high school years in Inverness, Scotland, Andrews returned to New Orleans to attend Tulane University, where, after a couple of false starts, he found a passion for the built environment. “I joined the architecture school and never looked back.”

He credits his mother for making sure he was exposed to art and culture during his nomadic upbringing. “One of the things that was amazing about growing up like that was that Mom was diligent about the fact that every time we crossed the ocean, we had to stop

Brian Andrews’ Midtown apartment is filled with objects of his collecting obsessions, such as this bust of the Roman orator Cicero.

Brian Andrews is a professor of architecture at the University of Memphis. In the foreground is his newest book, Vervm Fictvm.

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above: The living room freely mixes classical elements, such as the marble busts, with Modernist furniture, such as the Le Corbusier couch. The pair of chrome fans on the right are from another of Andrews’ collections. He recommends buying multiple copies of the same object, if possible, in order to create symmetry when they are displayed.

somewhere in Europe. So, by the time I was like 8 or 9 years old, I had been to Istanbul, Amsterdam, London, Rome, Athens, all of these amazing cities. And of course, she brought me to all of the architecture. I think it had a profound effect on me as a child, to then grow up and become an architect and to become a collector.”

Andrews worked in private practice in Boston before being accepted to the master’s program at Princeton. “I can draw really well,” he says. “This was in the mid- to late eighties, so there were no computers. I was an incredibly valuable asset to these firms because I could do these beautiful drawings that would sell the idea to the clients.”

After Princeton, he juggled practice and teaching for a while, but moved to academia full-time after an incident that still mystifies him.

Andrews was hired by a wealthy

Englishman to design a home on a private island in the Bahamas. “But then, when it was about 75 percent done, the client just disappeared, and we never heard from him again,” Andrews says. “I check on Google Earth every once in awhile, and the house is still there, but nothing’s happened to it. It’s just a shell.”

Since then, Andrews has taught at 16 different universities, including Clemson, the University of Southern California, the University of Nevada Las Vegas, the University of Virginia, and the American University of Sharja in Dubai.

He has published three books, most recently the massive Vervm Fictvm: Architectural Delineation and Speculation, 1984-2020, a 600-page monograph collecting his work.

Andrews is a believer in the importance of good architecture, and sees his mission as impart-

ing these values to his students.

“If you look at cities around the world — cities that are valued, that people want to live in — these cities all have architecture. Cities that do not have architecture suffer tremendously, because nobody cares .… Whenever you think of a city, whether it’s Rome, Paris, London, you immediately think of architecture. In Paris, it’s the Eiffel Tower, it’s Notre Dame. Rome is the Colosseum. That’s what gives these cities identity.”

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versity of Memphis in the spring of 2020. “I moved to Memphis last July, and it was very difficult, moving here in the middle of the pandemic.”

He had one day to find a place to live, and feels he lucked into a 2,000-square-foot duplex in Mid-

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town, a step up from the one-bedroom he lived in while teaching at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. “I was so happy when I got this apartment, because I can finally get all my stuff out of storage and put it where I get to see it and enjoy it.”

Andrews is an avid antiquer whose urge to collect comes in waves. “My first phase was Piranesi,” he says.

Giovanni Battista Piranesi was a pioneering eighteenth-century Venetian artist, archeologist, and architect whose detailed depictions of Roman and Greek ruins sparked the neoclassical art movement. Andrews’ central hallway features several works by Piranesi.

“When I first moved here, they were actually all on exhibit at the museum at the University of Miami of Ohio,” he says. “It took about two months for that exhibit to come down. I had to drive to Ohio and bring them all back and then put them all up. … I love the archeological ones, because I think graphically they’re really interesting.”

The most striking etching is an exquisitely detailed depiction of Trajan’s Column in Rome, which stretches from floor to ceiling. A spiraling bas relief depicts the story of Emperor Trajan’s military victories; Piranesi’s illustration

includes extensive notes describing the narrative and symbolism of the column.

Andrews collected Piranesi’s work until another obsession turned his head. “I was teaching in Syracuse, and there was this antique mall,” he recalls. “I went down there one day, and they had a bust of Diana. I was like — wow.”

Acquiring the Roman goddess of the hunt broke his bank account, but it was only the beginning. In Los Angeles, he found a bust of Cicero; in New Orleans, a helmeted Joan of Arc. Now, he shares his living space with Beethoven, Athena, Mercury, Poseidon, Apollo, Roman athletes, veiled Vestal virgins, Gavroche from Les Misérables, and best of all, a meticulous copy of Michelangelo’s David. “I love that statue, because when my daughter was little, it sat in this bay window in Los Angeles. She would crawl up to David, and that’s how she learned her eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.”

Although Andrews is a talented artist in his own right, you won’t find his art on the walls of his apartment. “I just refuse to put my artwork up.”

But there are many paintings on display, including a seventeenth-century depiction by an unknown artist of the biblical story

clockwise from top: The 2,000-square-foot Midtown apartment features a spacious kitchen. The vintage Murano chandelier over the Empire table is the centerpiece of the

dining room. The handmade box on the table contains a series of Andrews’ drawings and poems called Scab. The mixing of eras continues in the bedroom. Underneath the

English landscape painting is a massive Empire couch. The two chairs flanking the table in the foreground were designed in the 1930s by Giuseppi Terragni. Until recently, many

of the etchings in the hallway by eighteenth-century artist and archeologist Giovanni Piranesi hung in a museum on the campus of Miami University of Ohio.

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top: The guest bedroom features a bed by Modernist architect Mies van der Rohe, contrasted with a bust of Poseidon. The vintage Red Cross flag is hand-sewn, and dates from World War II. “I sometimes think of all the

things that flag has seen,” says Andrews. above: Andrews found this 1940s metal desk abandoned in Cincinnati. The vintage barber tools flanking the marine chronometer are another example of using repetition to create symmetry.

of the Massacre of the Innocents.

Andrews found it in an antique store in Lexington, Kentucky, and negotiated with the owner for two years before finally agreeing on a price.

“I love that one,” he says, “because it’s also a portrayal of the ideal city, in that there were so many paintings during the Renaissance that tried to portray the ideal city, usually with the city hall in the center.

It’s a great painting, in that it clearly shows foreground, middle ground, background.”

Mixed in with all the classicism is an eclectic collection of modernist objects. “I went through a fan phase,” Andrews says. “At one point, I owed about 40 of them, but then I started giving them away to students as graduation presents.

Now, I only have ones that are either chrome or brass.”

He admits his collecting habit has frequently been expensive, but not all of his elegant objects cost money, such as the gray metal desk in the library. “Believe it or not, when I lived in Cincinnati, somebody threw this away!” he says.

“I found it outside my apartment, lying on the ground. It was lemon yellow, so I painted it gray and painted the bottom black again.”

Making the mixture of eras and styles look natural can be tricky.

“I love antique furniture, but I also love modern, like Eames,” he says.

“The couch in the living room is a Le Corbusier, and so is the chaise longue. I love Breuer chairs. I think about how to combine historical and modern things, which is the way I do my architecture, too. I always start off my lectures with a bust of Janus, who was the twofaced god who looks to the past and the future at the same time.

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I call it the ‘Janus Attitude.’

“There’s no formula, per se,” Andrews continues. ”A lot of it deals with how much money one has, the geography of where you are, what you can get ahold of. The Mies [Van Der Rohe] and the [Marcel] Breuer furniture, like that’s all pretty standard, right? It’s going to work anywhere you put it. But when I was doing [the living] room, I made a conscious decision. We’re going to use all the modern furniture, but then all the other pieces are going to be these medical cabinets. So they’re all stainless steel, and then you can put wood on top of that. You actually have a theme going, and then you can work it.

Whereas in the dining room, it’s all classical furniture.

“I don’t want to say taste,” he continues, “but it’s knowing when you have things that will work together. The fans will work with Empire furniture, because they have stronger lines. That would never work with Victorian, because there’s too much gobbledygook.”

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Soon after he moved to Memphis, a friend recommended the documentary Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me, about the world’s most famous underground band. “I didn’t know about Big Star before I moved here,” he says. “I loved it, because here were these four guys who were just nobody. They’re from Memphis, and they created music that was unbelievable — so far ahead of its time that’s it’s just mind blowing! So I like to think that, with architects in Memphis, isolation is what really produces culture. Those four guys, because they weren’t in L.A., they weren’t in New York, they were in Memphis.

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This magazine’s first-ever Memphian of the Year looks back and looks ahead.

BY JON W. SPARKS

Rabbi Micah Greenstein has been part of the fabric of Temple Israel and Memphis for three decades.

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n September 23, 2021, Temple Israel hosted a gathering. The event was to celebrate the 30 years that Senior Rabbi Micah Greenstein has been at the Temple, serving his congregation as well as his city. The evening of tributes was capped by the announcement that Temple Israel’s sanctuary would henceforth be known as The Greenstein Sanctuary to recognize his tenure.

The programming included tributes from friends, family, and colleagues, such as pastor Keith Norman of First Baptist Church Broad: “Rabbi Micah reaches beyond the lines wherever they may be drawn. He’s never afraid to say, ‘Let’s reach across that line to find common ground, let’s find a way to work together.’’’

And the recollections went back a long way. The Temple’s Rabbi Emeritus Harry

K. Danziger, who was senior rabbi until Greenstein took on the duties in 2000, said in a recorded message, “When I interviewed you in Cincinnati before your ordination, I wrote down two words: ‘ready’ and ‘yesterday.’ Now we’re celebrating the fact that I was right. You were ready yesterday, you were ready for today, and you turned out to be just the right person for the tomorrow.”

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hese accolades — and there were many more — are exactly the kinds of things that make Greenstein uncomfortable. He has no problem being outgoing, curious, taking action, and making himself known. But when the topic turns to himself, he demurs. Yet this celebratory event, he says, “was bearable because they surprised me with friends.

It wasn’t a love fest about me.

It was more about what we built together.”

Greenstein deflects interest directed towards him and his considerable accomplishments by instead shifting to a bigger picture. He delights in talking about the history of the Temple, which was founded in 1854.

“I’m a lifelong teacher-student of American Jewish

history,” he says. “And I ended up serendipitously in one of the most historic and unique Jewish houses of worship, not only in America but really on the planet.”

He notes that Temple Israel was one of the 22 founding synagogues in the union of American Hebrew congregations. He also points out that there has been a decline in the Jewish population in Memphis and the Mid-South.

“There are only 9,000 Jews left,” he says. “I think there were 12,000 or so when I arrived 30 years ago. So the past 21 years as senior rabbi and really all of my 30 years have been about defying overwhelming demographic odds.”

How does he — and his congregation — do that?

“High-quality music, worship spirituality, lifelong learning,” he says. “There’s a deeper connection to the future of Memphis and the faith community across all theological and other lines. I think, looking back, that’s how we’ve stemmed the demographic decline by retaining and recruiting both newcomers and natives.”

Greenstein says the last three decades have been about “innovating and creating an allure to perpetuate this legacy of Southern Jewry. There’s still a plethora of Jewish synagogues and institutions in Memphis, but you can’t have Judaism without Jews. And as I said at the event, whither goest Temple Israel goes the future of a vibrant Southern Judaism.”

He enjoys observing the staying power of the rabbis who have led Temple Israel for the last 167 years. “There have been only eight senior rabbis here. The first one lasted only two years and the second served during the Civil War but died in his 30s shoveling snow. But about five of us have

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Greenstein looks back at what the past rabbis have done. “The mission of the Jew has always been to make the world more human,” he says.

“The more Jewish we are, the more human we become.” He mentions Rabbi James Wax, who played a key role in the

“No city can offer that gift that I really cherish most about Memphis, which is the people and friends who become family across all racial religious lines.”

— Rabbi Micah Greenstein Memphis Civil Rights Movement, particularly during the Sanitation Workers’ Strike in 1968. “And people forget Rabbi William Fineshriber exactly 50 years before Rabbi Wax. In 1918 he led clergyman to the lynching of Ell Persons and said, ‘Enough — no more.’’’

Greenstein says, “this history is humbling, and why not make sure and do our best to find a way to keep it going for the sake of Memphis and for the sake of Southern Judaism.”

While past rabbis of Temple Israel have set examples and taken courageous stands, Greenstein widens the scope.

“People talk about remarkable rabbis,” he says, “but I say, no, this isn’t a comment on the rabbis, it’s a comment on the lay leaders. They’re willing to put up with us.”

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me and the members and people outside the walls of Temple in the community,” he says. “Going back to 1854, I once computed that there were probably about a hundred thousand Jews who have lived, died, been born into, or moved away from Memphis.

And of those 100,000, only 52 have had the highest honor of all, which is leading Temple as its president. I’ve known 27 of the 52, and I’ve partnered seamlessly with 11 since 2000. So, the relationships have enabled my family to call Temple our family. And as far as outside Temple, no city can offer that gift that I really cherish most about Memphis, which is the people and friends who become family across all racial religious lines.”

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the greatest number of people.” And he cites the concept of the late philanthropist/businessman Abe Plough: “It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, what you have — you count because we need you.”

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his year may not have been the smooth return to normal many expected, but Memphis’ penchant for clever thinking and creative problem solving continues unabated. In 2021, for our ninth Innovation Awards running, Inside Memphis Business features prominent individuals and bright thinkers who are showcasing Memphis’ evolution through innovation. And like every year, there are always plenty of candidates to choose from, spanning industries ranging from the medical field to logistics. This year, we recognize Chloe Hakim-Moore’s reforms to childcare and early education, Mason George’s new technology to ease congested supply chain issues, Leta Nutt’s chemical sterilant meant to cut down on the overwhelming number of stray animals, and Dr. Michael Whitt’s crucial contribution to the production of effective Covid-19 vaccines. They're all worthy winners in their own right, and are doing their utmost to move Memphis forward.

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2021 INNOVATION AWARDS

MASON GEORGE

LETA NUTT

President, IMC Companies – National Accounts

Founder, Nutt Bio

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ason George knows a thing or two about trucking and transportation. His father, grandfather, great grandfather, and several uncles all ran their own businesses in the field, so it made sense that he would follow in their footsteps in some capacity. “I grew up listening to all the problems of the trucking world around the dinner table,” laughs George, “so it feels like I’ve been doing this my whole life.”

Now president of IMC Companies - National Accounts, he helps lead the largest intermodal drayage company in the United States – and it’s based right here in Memphis. But every industry faces a curveball every now and then, and the coronavirus pandemic meant an unprecedented amount of tension on the supply chain worldwide. Finding a solution meant addressing issues that had already plagued the industry for years, and IMC Companies implementation of peel piles – in which drivers take the first available container at terminal, rather than wait around for hours for specific cargo – through its SmartStack technology meant smoother operations for customers, clients, and delivery drivers. While things had slowed down considerably due to the pandemic, George had been taking note of a transportation problem that had been slowly growing every year for the past decade.

“The amount of time that our drivers were spending at the rails and ports trying to get a container out of the terminal was getting longer,” he explains. “Early 2010’s, our drivers would spend less than 20 minutes at these places before taking cargo to their destination. And that’s just slowly crept up over the years to what amounted to an astronomical amount of time. Now, we saw that our drivers were spending upwards of four or five hours at a terminal.”

When trucks pull into a terminal looking for a specific container, sometimes their shipment is all the way at the bottom of a stack of cargo, and it takes a long time to unload everything else before they can pick it up. And when the next driver pulls up and sees that their specific shipment is now at the bottom of the new stack, the delays just pile up.

Drivers would typically make five or six turns, or deliveries, per day, but that had dropped down to just two. And with many drivers paid or incentivized by the delivery, that just wasn’t going to be sustainable for them, or for anxious customers.

George worked with rail and port terminals to address these problems using what he calls one of IMC Companies’ SmartStacks. “We created an app, where drivers can just type in the first available container’s info on their phone, get all the necessary information about where it’s headed, and take it where it needs to be. In terms of the environment, we don’t need a hundred trucks idling at a terminal for hours every day.

This helps cut down on our emissions there significantly.”

SmartStacks have been implemented in some of IMC Companies’ larger ports, increasing the average number of turns from two to as high as eight. But George sees SmartStacks as a way to kick off a wider industry collaboration and improve overall efficiency in the entire logistics industry. "If we work together to use SmartStacks with our competitors, we can improve the whole ecosystem and make it more efficient for the industry at large." – Samuel X. Cicci 42 • I N S I D E M E M P H I S B U S I N E S S • D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 1

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t 's a heart wrenching sight to spy stray dogs and cats wandering forlornly through the streets of Memphis. And with many shelters hovering around full capacity, it’s impossible to properly care for all the lost animals that need help.

But Leta Nutt, a former researcher at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, wasn’t going to stand for that. Using all her experience from a long bioscience career that included studying cell death and fertility, she developed a chemical sterilant injection that can be used on animals, offering a cheap, noninvasive alternative to surgery for neutering — and potentially cutting down on the large number of strays in the United States.

According to PETA, there are an estimated 70 million homeless dogs and cats in the United States per year. “Driving through Memphis to my home on Mud Island, I would always see stray dogs,” recalls Nutt, currently a dog mom to three sweet pomeranians named Bear, Carbon, and Ash. “So I thought to myself, ‘What could I do?’ Overpopulation is the issue here, so we had to find a way to sterilize these animals and cut down on the number of homeless animals we see.” She enrolled in the Patents to Products program at the University of Memphis to start her business Nutt Bio, and began testing her drug – initially called TriSteris – on rats.

She found that after a month, the drug, injected once into each testes, caused full sterilization through sperm cell and leydig cell apoptosis (controlled cell death as part of development). But to start, Nutt plans to roll out a drug to farmers first, to be used on piglets.

“We slaughter 120 million adult pigs per year, and half of those are male,” she says. But as piglets, the males are castrated between three to five days of being born to avoid ‘boar taint,’ a bad taste and odor that’s present in pork from uncastrated male pigs. The sterilization would allow farmers a far more humane way to avoid this, as well as allowing for the pigs to grow larger before preparing them for market.

“And if you think about it, piglets are similar in size to cats,” Nutt continues, “so we’d scale up our distribution using pigs and tackle cats next.

Finally, we’d approach the dog community. They’re a bit more complex, since it’s a species that has so much breadth in sizes, from a chihuahua to a great Dane.”

After further tests to be done in early 2022, Nutt expects to have FDA approval for the drug for piglets within the year. And as she scales up her operation, her hope is to cut down on the number of strays and lower taxpayer costs at the same time. “The overpopulation really is an epidemic,” she says. “People don’t realize the United States spends over a billion dollars a year to catch, contain, or have to kill dogs and cats.”

But piglets, dogs, and cats are just the beginning for Nutt. If she can help with those animal populations, why not aim for others as well? “If you look at Colombia, there’s been the recent issue that descendents of the hippos that Pablo Escobar brought there are overpopulating and becoming dangerous to the ecosystem north of Bógota, and they’re talking about either sterilization or euthanasia as solutions. Something like this could help there: a quick, noninvasive solution without having to kill them. It’s something I hope can help a lot of animals.” – SXC

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2021 INNOVATION AWARDS

CHLOE HAKIM-MOORE

DR. MICHAEL WHITT

Director, NEXT Memphis

Professor, UTHSC

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y the time children start kindergarten and begin their formal education, 90 percent of their brain is already formed. That means the f irst five years of life are pivotal moments of educational opportunity. “Because of this, early childcare should not just be seen as a luxury, or as just somewhere for children to be safe,” says Chloe Hakim-Moore, director and founder of NEXT Memphis.

She calls for equitable, engaging, and quality early childhood education across demographics, which is why she launched NEXT Memphis in January 2020 after researching solutions to Memphis and Shelby County’s early childcare needs for several years.

“People think of research as pretty cold — they think numbers and algorithms — but the research we did was really qualitative and personal,” she says, “getting the chance to go into people’s personal homes, and their businesses, and listen to their stories.”

Using her experience as an anthropologist and a sociologist, HakimMoore led research that found that the needs in Memphis and Shelby County track with national trends in early childhood education. For instance, she points out, “The North Star indicator for a child’s success is third-grade reading.” By third grade, children transition from learning to read to using reading to learn. Those who succeed in that transition are more likely to graduate from high school and college and be successful in a career. But the children who don’t make that benchmark are rarely able to catch up. “Significant amounts of them are on track to adult poverty,” she adds.

In Memphis, 45 percent of children and a third of adults live in poverty. Poverty rates like these won’t change without some kind of intervention, and equalizing early childhood education across demographics could help end this cycle. In turn, this research led to NEXT Memphis’ shared service alliance model with a three-fold holistic approach: business, education, and family. The organization provides the structural and educational support childcare centers need, in whatever capacity they may need, all while the centers maintain full ownership. Depending on the business, this could look like providing HR assistance, support with marketing and enrollment, managing administrative operations like accounting, or offering administrative training to staff.

But NEXT Memphis aims beyond the children too, providing support for families as well. “You can’t serve a child without serving a family,” Hakim-Moore says. “We have family service workers. You can think of them as a life coach or social worker, depending on the need for any family or caregiver in our program.” Whether a caregiver is looking to go back to school or find a job or to navigate their way out of homelessness or an abusive situation, these workers are there for them.

Now in its second year, NEXT Memphis has partnered with a total of 42 centers. “I want Memphis to be on the map as a national leader in education reform that really uplifts early childhood education as necessary and not expendable — for all of our residents, not just the ones who can afford it,” Hakim-Moore says. “I want our political inf luence, cultural inf luence, and financial resources all to come together to support it.” – Abigail Morici 44 • I N S I D E M E M P H I S B U S I N E S S • D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 1

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rofessor Michael Whitt’s innovation in virus research from two decades ago has been innovatively adapted to help develop Covid-19 vaccines.

Whitt currently serves as the associate dean of the Office of Medical Education in the school's College of Medicine. But his career at UTHSC began back when he joined the university in 1991 and in the mid1990s developed a testing protocol that allowed researchers to study highly pathogenic viruses. A key element was that the work could be done in a Biosafety Level-2 environment. The challenge with the current pandemic is that a Biosafety Level-3 laboratory is required to work with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes Covid-19. Such labs have much higher safety protocols, and most companies do not have them. But the surrogate system that Whitt developed allows crucial testing that can use the Level-2 standard.

“As long as they have the ability to do cell culture work and have a Biosafety Level-2 facility, any lab around the world can use this and use it safely,” he says.

Developers of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine needed a way to test its efficacy, and Whitt’s system enabled that. But it’s not just Pfizer: “We’ve gotten a ton of requests,” he says, “from not only individual research labs, but companies that also requested material. Some companies also asked if we could make materials for them, so we entered into subcontracts with some of them to make these pseudovirus surrogate virus particles that had the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein.” More than 170 companies and universities in more than 30 countries have used these materials during the pandemic.

The system Whitt developed in the 1990s was able to develop ways to infect and kill cancerous cells without harming healthy cells. The current coronavirus required scientists to test the inhibitory effects of the antibodies generated after vaccination on virus infection. “We can take information from a new virus,” he says, “and as long as we have the ability to get the molecular clone for the important part, which is the spike protein, we can plug it into our system and generate materials that could be used to screen, for instance, for the presence of neutralizing antibodies, when someone is either infected or after they've been vaccinated.”

He says it’s adaptable to any new pathogen that might be found and the material can be generated in about three days. It doesn’t work for every virus, but it does with those that have a membrane envelope or a lipid bi-layer that surrounds them. That includes influenza, Ebola, and SARS-CoV-2 and its variants.

“The surrogate viruses that we use for the Covid analysis or antibody analysis from people infected or vaccinated against Covid, are what we call single cycle vectors,” Whitt says. “On the outside of the virus, it looks just like a SARS-CoV-2 or just like Ebola.

That virus will bind to cells and enter cells just like those separate viruses. But once inside the cell, they produce a signal — we call it a reporter — that allows us to easily measure whether that cell was infected. Then what is released is a non-infectious particle.

So, it’s a very different scheme.” – Jon W. Sparks CHLOE HAKIM-MOORE BY TRE'BOR JONES | DR. MICHAEL WHITT COURTESY UTHSC

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his list is excerpted from the 2021 topDentists™ list, a database which includes listings for about 120 dentists and specialists in the Memphis Metropolitan area. The Memphis area list is based on thousands of detailed evaluations of dentists and professionals by their peers.

The complete database is available at www.usatopdentists.com. For more information call 706-364-0853; write P.O. Box 970, Augusta, GA 30903; email info@usatopdentists.com, or visit www.usatopdentists.com

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“If you had a patient in need of a dentist, which dentist would you refer them to?”

This is the question we’ve asked thousands of dentists to help us determine who the topDentists should be. Dentists and specialists are asked to take into consideration years of experience, continuing education, manner with patients, use of new techniques and technologies, and of course physical results.

The nomination pool of dentists consists of dentists listed online with the American Dental Association, as well as dentists listed online with their local dental societies, thus allowing virtually every dentist the opportunity to participate. Dentists are also given the opportunity to nominate other dentists that they feel should be included in our list. Respondents are asked to put aside any personal bias or political motivations and

DISCLAIMER: This list is excerpted from the 2021 topDentists™ list, which includes listings for almost 120 dentists and specialists in the Memphis Metropolitan area. For more information call 706-364-0853 or email info@usatopdentists.com or visit www.usatopdentists. com. topDentists has used its best efforts in assembling material for this list but does not warrant that the information contained herein is complete or accurate, and does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. Copyright 2009-2021 by topDentists, Augusta, GA. All rights reserved. This list, or parts thereof, must not be reproduced in any form without permission. No commercial use of the information in this list may be made without permission of topDentists. No fees may be charged, directly or indirectly, for the use of the information in this list without permission.

ENDODONTICS KENAN D. CLINTON

6401 Poplar Avenue, Suite 260, Memphis, TN 38119 901-682-8847 clintonendo.com

PAUL M. CURTIS, JR.

2804 East Matthews Avenue, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-972-622

BRADLEY M. HARRIS

Memphis Endodontics 1755 Kirby Parkway, Suite 103, Memphis, TN 38120 901-761-0180 memphisrootcanal.com

EDWARD M. MACK

Mack Endodontics 704 West Brookhaven Circle, Memphis, TN 38117 901-683-2221 mackendodontics.com

to use only their knowledge of their peer’s work when evaluating the other nominees.

Voters are asked to individually evaluate the practitioners on their ballot whose work they are familiar with. Once the balloting is completed, the scores are compiled and then averaged. The numerical average required for inclusion varies depending on the average for all the nominees within the specialty and the geographic area. Borderline cases are given careful consideration by the editors. Voting characteristics and comments are taken into consideration while making decisions. Past awards a dentist has received and status in various dental academies can play a factor in our decision.

Once the decisions have been finalized, the included dentists are checked against state dental boards for disciplinary actions to make sure they have an active license and are in good standing with the board. Then letters of congratulations are sent to all the listed dentists.

Of course there are many fine dentists who are not included in this representative list. It is intended as a sampling of the great body of talent in the field of dentistry in the United States. A dentist’s inclusion on our list is based on the subjective judgments of his or her fellow dentists. While it is true that the lists may at times disproportionately reward visibility or popularity, we remain confident that our polling methodology largely corrects for any biases and that these lists continue to represent the most reliable, accurate, and useful list of dentists available anywhere.

BRYCE F. MCCREARY

MARY A. AUBERTIN

McCreary Endodontics 7865 Educators Lane, Suite 120, Memphis, TN 38133 901-380-7994 mccrearyendodontics.com

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6227 uthsc.edu/dentistry

L. KEVIN WELLS

JAMES G. AVERY

Memphis Endodontics 1755 Kirby Parkway, Suite 103, Memphis, TN 38120 901-761-0180 memphisrootcanal.com

GENERAL DENTISTRY JEREMY L. ADAMS

Hilltop Family Dentistry 3299 East Johnson Avenue, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-933-1900 hilltopfamilydentistry.com

JOSEPH B. ADKINS

6800 Poplar Avenue, Suite 220, Memphis, TN 38138 901-685-2010 jadkinsdds.com

Avery & Meadows 3491 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, TN 38111 901-452-0040 averyandmeadows.com

TY H. BARKLEY

2008 Exeter Road, Germantown, TN 38138 901-755-4132 tybarkleydds.com

BLAKE T. BILLUPS

5170 Sanderlin Avenue, Suite 203, Memphis, TN 38117 901-767-3603

ALAN O. BLANTON

Aesthetic Dentistry of Collierville 362 New Byhalia Road, Suite 3, Collierville, TN 38017 901-853-8116 mycolliervilledentist.com

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2021 TOP DENTISTS

M. WADE CLAYTON

ELIZABETH H. LEE

Bellano Dental Health 1329 Cordova Cove, Germantown, TN 38138 901-509-2823 bellanodental.com

Dr. Lee’s Beautiful Smiles 5180 Park Avenue, Suite 280, Memphis, TN 38119 901-763-1600 elizabethleedds.com

JENNIFER D. COCHRAN

STEPHEN J. LINDSEY

Evergreen Family Dentistry 1723 Kirby Parkway, Memphis, TN 38120 901-757-9696 evergreenfamilydentistry.com

CHRISTOPHER E. COOLEY 7938 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-3117 cooleydds.com

JOHN S. COVINGTON III

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-8609 academic.uthsc.edu/faculty

Dental Excellence 5180 Park Avenue, Suite 310, Memphis, TN 38119 901-685-1152 dentalexcellencepc.com

MARK C. MACGAW

Modern Dentistry of Memphis 6750 Poplar Avenue, Suite 700, Germantown, TN 38138 901-761-3726 moderndentistrymemphis.com

DAN T. MEADOWS

Avery & Meadows 3491 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, TN 38111 901-452-0040 averyandmeadows.com

RYAN K. DAGEN

Dental Excellence 5180 Park Avenue, Suite 310, Memphis, TN 38119 901-685-1152 dentalexcellencepc.com

SCOTT A. EDWARDS

6250 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 901-681-0011 scottedwardsdds.com

ELIZABETH G. MITCHELL

The 901 Dentist 795 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Suite 106, Memphis, TN 38120 901-756-1151 the901dentist.com

S. JEFFERSON MOORE, JR. Olive Branch Dental Care 8935 Goodman Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654 662-895-5012 olivebranchdental.com

MIKE FARRAR

Elite Dental Care 9064 Corporate Gardens Drive, Germantown, TN 38138 901-751-3776 elitedentalcare.com

CLAY T. NELSON 871 Mt. Moriah Road, Memphis, TN 38117 901-682-4366

DIANE FLEXSENHAR 7938 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-3117 cooleydds.com

STEVEN M. PARKHURST Parkhurst & Savage 730 Crossover Lane, Memphis, TN 38117 901-683-4369 drparkhurst.com

CLAYTON C. FLORIANI

Pediatric Dental Group & Orthodontics 7675 Wolf River Circle, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 901-363-8191 pdgosmiles.com

JEFF P. FRIZZELL

MICHAEL L. PARRISH

6363 Stage Road, Bartlett, TN 38134 901-386-5757 parrishdentistry.com

NISHEL PATEL

785 Estate Place, Suite 2, Memphis, TN 38120 901-766-9002 jeffpfrizzelldds.com

Wilson Dental Care 7520 Enterprise Avenue, Germantown, TN 38138 901-751-1100 wilsondentalcare.net

S. DWAIN GAITHER

Quail Hollow Family Dentistry 6425 Quail Hollow Road, Suite 102, Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-3020 quailhollowfamilydentistry.com

PATRICK R. PERSON

TODD D. GRUEN

7675 Wolf River Circle, Suite 201, Germantown, TN 38138 901-681-0777 persondds.com

LAWRENCE A. HIGGINBOTHAM

Modern Dentistry of Memphis 6750 Poplar Avenue, Suite 700, Germantown, TN 38138 901-761-3726 moderndentistrymemphis.com

DAVID T. KIZER

Reed Family Dentistry 8020 United States Highway 51 North, Millington, TN 38053 901-872-3391 reedfamilydentistry.com

Germantown Dental Group 2165 West Street, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-0540 memphissmiledesigns.com Dental Partners - White Station 717 South White Station Road, Suite 8, Memphis, TN 38177 901-245-0792 familydentalmemphis.com Kizer Dental Associates 7685 Wolf River Circle, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 901-767-4882 kizerdentalassociates.com

JOHN G. REDDICK

KEVIN D. REED

MEHDI SADEGHI

Smile Center Memphis 1941 South Germantown Road, Suite 101, Germantown, TN 38138 901-309-1333 smilecentermemphis.com

MICHAEL K. SAVAGE

MARJORIE A. WOODS

Parkhurst & Savage 730 Crossover Lane, Memphis, TN 38117 901-683-4369 drparkhurst.com

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6227 uthsc.edu/dentistry

DORY F. SELLERS

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MARK S. SMITH

BRYAN C. DARLING

Grove Park Dental Group 4515 Poplar Avenue, Suite 406, Memphis, TN 38117 901-683-9800 groveparkdentalgroup.com Kizer Dental Associates 7685 Wolf River Circle, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 901-767-4882 kizerdentalassociates.com

GEORGE W. SORRELLS III 623 North Missouri Street, West Memphis, AR 72301 870-732-5100

JOHN D. THOMAS, JR.

278 German Oak Drive, Cordova, TN 38018 901-753-9005 johnthomasdds.com

The Oral & Implant Center Surgery Center 317 Southwest Drive, Suite A, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-933-1221 theoralandimplantsurgerycenter. com

K. MARCUS HOPKINS Maroda & Hopkins 2136 Exeter Road, Suite 202, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-8002 marodahopkins.com

ORPHEUS TRIPLETT

STEPHEN J. MARODA, JR.

RICHARD J. VAN SICKLE

BRUCE H. MCCULLAR

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-2064 uthsc.edu/dentistry 2835 Summer Oaks Drive, Bartlett, TN 38134 901-372-7283 vansickledds.com

RYAN E. VICK

Forest Hill Dental 3011 Centre Oak Way, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 901-701-7500 vickdds.com

STANLEY R. WADDELL

Waddell Restorative Dentistry 1900 Kirby Parkway, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 901-756-8855 drwaddell.com

NEIL B. WESTON

Weston Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 7500 Enterprise Avenue, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-3562 neilwestondds.com

JOHN R. WHITTEMORE

Germantown Dental Group 2165 West Street, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-0540 memphissmiledesigns.com

CHARLYN A. WILSON Wilson Dental Care 7520 Enterprise Avenue, Germantown, TN 38138 901-751-1100 wilsondentalcare.net

GARY T. WILSON, JR.

5565 Murray Road, Suite 202, Memphis, TN 38119 901-761-3456 garywilsondds.com

MARK E. WIYGUL

5340 Poplar Avenue, Suite 2, Memphis, TN 38119 901-683-7771

E. JACK WOHRMAN, JR.

Maroda & Hopkins 2136 Exeter Road, Suite 202, Germantown, TN 38138 901-754-8002 marodahopkins.com 805 Estate Place, Suite 2, Memphis, TN 38120 901-682-9713 brucemccullardds.com

RUSSELL C. PECK

766 South White Station Road, Suite 1, Memphis, TN 38119 901-685-8090 memphisoralsurgery.com

JAMES B. PHILLIPS

2609 Browns Lane, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-931-3000 drjamesphillips.com

STEPHEN B. SEXTON

Sexton Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 1661 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 105, Memphis, TN 38120 901-756-8475 sextonoms.com

ROBERT K. SMITH

766 South White Station Road, Suite 1, Memphis, TN 38117 901-685-8090 memphisoralsurgery.com

RONALD C. STAPLES

Memphis Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Group 6584 Poplar Avenue, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38138 901-443-1744 momsg.org

JOHN C. SWEARINGEN

Bluff City Oral Surgery 780 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38120 901-682-8431 bluffcityoralsurgery.com

SCOTT A. WEISKOPF

Sexton Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 1661 Aaron Brenner Drive, Suite 105, Memphis, TN 38120 901-756-8475 sextonoms.com

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State-of-the-art imaging for comfortable digital impressions Every patient receives a complimentary digital 3D X-ray, or cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), as part of their comprehensive exam, allowing the doctors to diagnose and treat oral issues. CBCT X-rays are quick, safe and painless, producing 80 percent to 90 percent less radiation than a traditional CAT scan X-ray. We also utilize 3D intraoral digital impressions, which allow more accurate impressions while eliminating the need for messy, gag-inducing conventional mold impressions. Rounding out our integrated technology is a cutting-edge 3D printer, which we use to produce surgical guides for more accurate implant placement, models and tooth replacements.

A safe space for your smile The safety of our patients and team is always our top priority, and we have invested in enhanced safety protocols that extend beyond CDC, ADA and OSHA requirements.

Our ongoing safety procedures include autoclave sterilization of all instruments; IQAir HealthPro Plus, which eliminates aerosols and filters virus particles; germicidal UVC ozone air purification for nightly microorganism disinfection; and nontoxic hospital-grade sanitizer, as well as check-in and screening processes reflective of the current climate. We remain committed to ensuring a healthy, hygienic environment for everyone in our care.

Compassionate, competent expertise When you need precise, specialized periodontal treatment or surgery, Mitchel S. Godat, DDS, MS; and Grant T. King, DDS, MDS, are standing by to provide you with the best possible care for all your periodontal needs. Cheers to your healthy, beautiful smile!

The exceptional team at Periodontal Associates of Memphis is ready to help you smile again.

Call today: 901.761.3770

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2021 TOP DENTISTS

DARREN R. WILLIAMS

DAVID H. CROWDER

MICHELLE G. JOHNSON

G. TRENT WILSON

KYLE D. FAGALA

Saddle Creek Orthodontics 2176 West Street, Suite 320, Germantown, TN 38138 901-726-3878 SaddleCreekOrtho.com

WILLIAM G. PARRIS

Memphis Orthodontic Specialists 6425 North Quail Hollow Road, Suite 201, Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-5415 wernerorthodontics.com

QUINTON C. ROBINSON III

Memphis Orthodontic Specialists 6425 North Quail Hollow Road, Suite 201, Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-5415 wernerorthodontics.com

W. COOPER SANDUSKY III

940 South Collierville Arlington Road, Suite 109, Collierville, TN 38017 901-850-1118 drwhitedortho.com

Dental Implant Aesthetic Center 795 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38120 901-682-5001 dentalimplantac.com McRae-Wilson Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Group 5565 Murray Road, Memphis, TN 38119 901-767-0088 mcraewilsonoms.com

6597 Summer Knoll Cove, Bartlett, TN 38134 901-382-8611 drdavidcrowder.com

KELLY-GWYNNE FERGUS Fergus Orthodontics 2812 Harrisburg Road, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-336-3366 fergusortho.com

STEVEN ZAMBRANO

Cordova Oral, Facial and Implant Surgery 915 Willow Tree Circle, Cordova, TN 38018 901-755-6724 cordovaoralsurgery.com

ORAL PATHOLOGY K. MARK ANDERSON

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-4559 uthsc.edu/dentistry

ORTHODONTICS TAYLOR A. COLLAZO

Pediatric Dental Group 1365 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 901-363-8191 pdgosmiles.com

CHRISTOPHER H. GETMAN Getman Orthodontics 9067 Poplar Avenue, Suite 113, Germantown, TN 38138 901-843-2483 getmanortho.com

BRENTON E. GLASSELL Weiss & Glassell Orthodontics 5885 Ridgeway Center Parkway, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-7370 weissorthodontics.com

NATHAN R. HAMMAN

Williams & Hamman Orthodontics 399 Southcrest Court, Suite B, Southaven, MS 38671 662-349-2196 whortho.com

6551 Stage Oaks Drive, Suite 2, Bartlett, TN 38134 901-386-5800 johnsonortho.com

Parris Orthodontics 2136 Exeter Road, Suite 201, Germantown, TN 38138 901-683-6387 parrisorthodontics.com

5180 Park Avenue, Suite 260, Memphis, TN 38119 901-683-6770 quintonrobinson.com

Sandusky Orthodontics 6262 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 901-761-3700 sanduskyorthodontics.com

KEVIN C. UTLEY

Utley Orthodontics 298 Germantown Bend Cove, Suite 1, Cordova, TN 38018 901-756-6200 utleyorthodontics.com

KOLIN WEAVER

Weaver Orthodontics 2316 Red Wolf Boulevard, Suite C, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-972-5445 dreamweaversmiles.com

DANNY WEISS

Weiss & Glassell Orthodontics 5885 Ridgeway Center Parkway, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-7370 weissorthodontics.com

SCOTT P. WERNER

STANLEY P. WERNER

TOMMY N. WHITED

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY MICHAEL D. BLEN

Pediatric Dentistry 6363 Poplar Avenue, Suite 110, Memphis, TN 38119 901-415-2536 drblen.com

CAROLINE H. CHURCHWELL Churchwell Pediatric Dentistry 1099 Poplar View Lane North, Collierville, TN 38017 901-854-9555 churchwellpediatricdentistry.com

MOLLY M. CHURCHWELL

Churchwell Pediatric Dentistry 1099 Poplar View Lane North, Collierville, TN 38017 901-854-9555 churchwellpediatricdentistry.com

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ALKA V. COHEN

Cohen Pediatric Dentistry 8142 Country Village Drive, Suite 101, Cordova, TN 38016 901-756-4447

DANIEL D. FREEMAN

Freeman Pediatric Dentistry 2567 Appling Road, Memphis, TN 38133 901-383-7337 childdentalcare.com

This holiday season let us treasure what is truly important in our lives. May your holiday sparkle with love, laughter and fun; and may the new year be full of contentment and joy.

STEVEN J. FUSON

Pediatric Dental Group 7675 Wolf River Circle, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 901-363-8191 pdgosmiles.com/

B. WES MCCANN, JR.

McCann Pediatric Dentistry 5885 Ridgeway Center Parkway, Suite 230, Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-9200 mccanndentistry.com

S. MEADE MOORE III

Meade Moore Pediatric Dentistry 1908 Exeter Road, Germantown, TN 38138 901-683-3993 germantowndds4kids.com

From my family to yours, A R AF F I L I A T E B R O K E R

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CHRIS C. ROWLAND

Childrens Dental Center 3394 South Houston Levee Road, Germantown, TN 38139 901-250-1466 dentistjustforkids.com

J. B. SELECMAN

Childrens Dental Center 3394 South Houston Levee Road, Germantown, TN 38139 901-250-1466 dentistjustforkids.com

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MELANIE L. SHAW-NESBITT All About Kids Pediatric Dentistry 3285 Hacks Cross Road, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38125 901-759-0970 pediatricdentistmemphis.com

SUMMER B. TYSON

Jonesboro Pediatric Dental Group 620 Southwest Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-336-9700 jonesboropediatricdentalgroup.com

MARTHA H. WELLS

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6615 uthsc.edu/dentistry

BRADLEY W. WILKINSON Pediatric Dental Specialties 5040 Sanderlin Avenue, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38117 901-761-5155 drbradwilkinson.com

GREGORY T. WILKINSON

Wilkinson Orthodontics and Children’s Dentistry 5610 Murray Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 901-767-3390 gregwilkinsondds.com

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PRADEEP C. ADATROW Advanced Dental & TMJ Center 7135 Getwell Road, Suite 100, Southaven, MS 38672 662-655-4868 advanceddentaltmj.com

LES H. BINKLEY, JR.

Periodontal, Laser & Implant Clinic of Memphis 5866 Ridge Bend Road, Suite 1, Memphis, TN 38120 901-761-6177

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MITCHEL S. GODAT

Periodontal Associates of Memphis 6268 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 901-761-3770 periomem.com

ANASTASIOS KARYDIS

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University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6242 uthsc.edu/dentistry

EDWARD S. LANE II

Rice Law firm@ricelaw.com 901-526-6701

Memphis Periodontal Group 5565 Murray Road, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38119 901-767-8152 memphisperiodontal.com

PAUL G. LUEPKE

University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6200 uthsc.edu/dentistry

MICHAEL L. THOMPSON

Thompson Periodontics & Implant Dentistry 2737 Paula Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72404 870-932-0015 thompsonperioandimplants.com

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PROSTHODONTICS DAVID R. CAGNA

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6930 uthsc.edu/dentistry/Grad/Pros

MARC A. COHEN

Prostho Dental 5356 Estate Office Drive, Suite 1, Memphis, TN 38119 901-680-0823 mcohendds.com

CARL W. SCHULTER

Dental Implant Aesthetic Center 795 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38120 901-682-5001 dentalimplantac.com

AUDREY M. SELECMAN

University of Tennessee College of Dentistry 875 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38163 901-448-6930 uthsc.edu/dentistry/educational-programs/ departments/prosthodontics.php

MICHAEL A. SMITH

3106 Professional Plaza Drive, Germantown, TN 38138 901-309-6821 greatsouthernsmiles.com

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AT AVERY, MEADOWS, AND PAGE we love smiles and seeing you smile is our goal!

From the first time you call our office, and throughout your dental healthcare, we strive to provide an atmosphere that is welcoming and comforting. Established over 42 years ago, we have had the privilege of caring for patients from all over the Mid-South. All of our dentists pride themselves on maintaining a high level of professionalism and education. Our office also utilizes the latest advances in dental technology, including Invisalign™, 3D imaging, intraoral cameras to aid in communication, and a CEREC system to facilitate same-day dentistry. So give us a call.

We look forward to seeing your smile in our office!

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CREATING BEAUTIFUL SMILES is what Dr. Miles Moore does best. Dr. Moore, along with the rest of his team at Memphis Center for Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, specializes in the latest dental technologies, while offering an office environment that is both calming and friendly. Not only does Dr. Moore approach each patient with compassion and respect, but he is also committed to finding the best solutions for every dental problem.

Whether you are seeking a complete smile makeover, “invisible” braces, or teeth

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Memphis Center for Family & Cosmetic Dentistry’s convenient location and dedication to serving patients has made it a Memphis favorite for years. After one appointment, you’ll see what a difference Dr. Moore makes!

MILES C. MOORE, DDS MEMPHIS CENTER FOR FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 725 W. Brookhaven Circle Memphis, TN 38117 901.761.2210 BeautifulSmiles.org

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ADAIR DENTAL MEDICINE Jennifer Adair, DMD AT ADAIR DENTAL MEDICINE, our mission is to improve our patient’s quality of life through education and dental therapies that focus on the mouth-body connection. We provide cutting-edge therapies in biologic dentistry with highly aesthetic results. Our specialized services include fluoridefree oral hygiene products, safe amalgam removal, metal-free restorations, dental ozone therapy, and ceramic dental implants. We also provide superior cosmetics with crowns, veneers, and clear aligner orthodontics. Our care is supportive of optimal TMJ function to improve chronic pain and limit dysfunction. Above all, we hope each patient has a wonderful experience and knows we will provide care with excellence and accountability. New patients are welcome, and we look forward to bringing you a new perspective on dentistry!

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PRADEEP ADATROW, DDS, MSD OVER FIFTEEN YEARS of expertise and experience in the education and clinical world of dentistry is what you’ll find in the founder of Advanced Dental Implant & TMJ Center.

2021 Top Dentist, Dr. Pradeep Adatrow, is the only boardcertified periodontist and prosthodontist in the tri-state area.

Before opening a private practice, Dr. Adatrow taught at the University of Tennessee for twelve years, and is currently the clinical director of prosthodontics at the University of Tennessee.

Advanced Dental’s state of the art facility, located on Getwell Road in Southaven, MS, meets the needs of patients in a family-focused atmosphere.

Not only will you find Desoto County’s only dual specialist for dental implants, gum disease treatment, and TMJ/TMD therapy at Advanced Dental, but also the option for sedation dentistry with Dr. Adatrow. His team is dedicated to helping every patient experience a difference in every visit. With this as their number one goal, the Advanced Dental Team and Dr. Adatrow are dedicated to creating the most pleasant and comfortable environment possible, and to nurture connections with their patients that last a lifetime.

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BELLANO DENTAL HEALTH READY TO EXPERIENCE COMPASSIONATE CARE? The experienced team at Bellano Dental Health is focused on supporting happier, healthier lives for patients through preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Constantly updating its services, Bellano offers dental implants, Invisalign, same-day crowns, advanced in-office teeth whitening, and veneers. The Bellano Savings Plan is available to help patients that do not have dental insurance be able to plan and prioritize their dental health for the entire year. With enhanced sanitizing for patient safety, and three convenient locations to serve you, Dr. Wade Clayton and Dr. Drew Mefford, along with Dr. Terry Turner, Dr. Dana Henry, and Dr. Lance Ashlock, are always welcoming new patients and are committed to creating an environment known for respect and empathy.

EAST MEMPHIS 901.681.0408 GERMANTOWN 901.509.2823 BARTLETT 901.388.9110 bellanodental.com

SCOTT EDWARDS, DDS AT THE OFFICE of Dr. Scott Edwards and Associates, we are committed to maintaining the highest quality, comprehensive dental care in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere for the entire family. It is our goal to provide our patients with a thorough dental examination and treatment options so that you can make a well-informed decision regarding your treatment. From “Zoom” whitening to porcelain crowns and veneers, we offer a variety of cosmetic options to create a brilliant smile. We are also a Silver Certified Invisalign Provider.

Our office is open five days a week, with flexible hours to accommodate even the busiest of schedules. We have two dentists on our team and two convenient locations in East Memphis and Midtown. Dr. Scott Edwards and Dr. Julia Prince, together have over 40 years of combined experience.

New patients are welcome and we accept most dental insurance plans. It is our goal to meet your dental health care needs with the highest standards of quality and integrity. We love making our patients smile!

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GERMANTOWN COSMETIC & FAMILY DENTISTRY AT GERMANTOWN COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTISTRY, we pride ourselves on the personalized attention we give every patient. From the first phone call to the end of an appointment, Dr. Alexandra Garrett and team want patients to feel comfortable. We understand the dental office is not most people’s favorite place but our nurturing environment can help patients feel at ease.

Dr. Garrett has been building strong relationships through dental healthcare in the Memphis area since 2002. She continues to invest in cutting-edge technology, like same-day crowns, impression-free 3D scanning, low radiation digital x-rays, and Carivu early decay detection, so she can offer the most comprehensive and comfortable care. Dr. Garrett provides full-service dental care including cosmetic smile reconstruction, Invisalign, teeth whitening, replacement of missing teeth, and comprehensive dental care for children and adults. She also incorporates facial esthetic solutions, Botox and Juvederm to help restore overall facial beauty.

Dr. Garrett and team are excited to welcome you to their new office off Forest Hill Irene Rd.

9054 Forest Centre Drive Germantown, TN 38138 901.347.3527 • GtownSmiles.com

ELIZABETH G. MITCHELL, DDS, LLC LET YOUR SMILE shine with Dr. Elizabeth Mitchell and her team at The 901 Dentist. We are a small, family-owned dental office that is rooted in Memphis. We combine high quality care with personalized customer service. Whether you’re a busy working professional or a stay-at-home parent, we know every minute counts. At The 901 Dentist, we respect our patients’ time. Our appointments happen on schedule and you will never find yourself sitting in a crowded waiting room. We greet you with enthusiasm and focus all of our attention on serving your needs during our reserved time together. We believe that enjoying life includes being healthy and feeling good. Oral health is extremely important for your overall health, and we intend to keep you — and your mouth — healthy. With ever increasing concern for keeping our patients safe and healthy, we take our Covid-19 precautions seriously and go above and beyond the required guidelines for our patients’ safety. We look forward to serving you in our beautiful new location at 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 106.

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WILSON & PATEL DENTAL CARE is proud to serve the Mid-South as a specialist in cosmetic, preventive, and restorative dentistry, as well as Invisalign treatment. With over 30 years of combined experience, Dr. Charlyn Wilson and Dr. Nishel Patel stand at the forefront in the field of dentistry with the use of state-of-the-art equipment and treatment options. Drs. Wilson and Patel make every decision with you in mind.

They are dedicated to beautifying your smile and appearance, patient education, and maintaining your dental health. Along with their team of dental professionals, Dr. Wilson and Dr. Patel strive to bring a personal touch to dentistry and provide exceptional care for all patients.

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NISHEL PATEL, DDS & CHARLYN WILSON, DDS WILSON & PATEL DENTAL CARE 7520 Enterprise Ave, Germantown, TN 38138 901.751.1100 • wilsondentalcare.net

RYAN VICK, DDS WORLD CLASS COSMETIC and comprehensive dentistry is what to expect when visiting Dr. Ryan Vick.

Dr. Vick is passionate about his patients’ smiles and helping them to achieve and maintain optimal oral health, as a beautiful smile can completely improve one’s self image and confidence, and is a pillar of having great overall health. He believes that this starts with spending the time to create a trusting, lasting relationship with his patients.

Patients can expect a preventative and comprehensive approach to oral health. Sedation dentistry allows them to achieve a beautiful, healthy smile in a relaxed environment.

Dr. Vick also uses state-of-the-art technology, along with conservative techniques, to deliver lifelong lasting smiles.

Dr. Vick is a proud member of: The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, The American Dental Association, The Tennessee Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and he also serves on the board of the Memphis Dental Society.

Dr. Vick offers a full array of general dentistry and cosmetic dental services, and is welcoming new patients.

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ELIZABETH H. LEE, DDS DR. ELIZABETH H. LEE is a dentist in East Memphis. She is wellversed in all aspects of dentistry, from the simple to complex cases. Dr. Lee is continuously enrolled in innovative courses to provide her patients with the latest in technology and procedures. Her smile makeovers are beautiful, life-like, and functional.

She has made numerous mission trips to Kenya, where she treats the tribes’ people, to Ethiopia, where she works with a ministry to help and treat street children, and to Uganda, treating orphans.

She is also a leader in the annual Mid-South Mission of Mercy here in Memphis. Dr. Lee is accepting new patients to help more people have beautiful, pain-free smiles. Call us now to get started on your Beautiful Smile for Life!

AT WILKINSON ORTHODONTICS AND CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY everyone is family.

Dr. Wilkinson strives to promote happier, healthier smiles by providing children and adults quality Orthodontic care and Pediatric dental care in the Memphis area.

Dr. Wilkinson can treat all your Pediatric and Orthodontic needs, from infant to adult. Cosmetic and preventive procedures include whitening, bonding, tooth-colored fillings, and missing tooth replacement. He serves as a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Additionally, he was awarded “Outstanding Young Dentist” by the Memphis Dental Society. Dr. Wilkinson is the only dual-trained Orthodontist and Pediatric Dentist in the area.

DR. LEE’S BEAUTIFUL SMILES, PLLC 5180 Park Avenue, Suite 280 Memphis, TN 38119 901.763.1600 elizabethleedds.com

WILKINSON ORTHODONTICS AND CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY 5610 Murray Road, Memphis, TN 38119 901.767.3390 • gregwilkinsondds.com

CHRISTINA T. ROSENTHAL DDS, MPH DR. CHRISTINA T. ROSENTHAL, owner/ CEO of Paradigm Dental Center LLC in Memphis, TN, graduated magna cum laude from the University of Memphis, earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree from the University of Tennessee’s College of Dentistry, and a Master’s in Public Health from Harvard University.

She’s also the founder of globally recognized, non-profit, The 516 Foundation, with its primary initiative, Determined to be a Doctor Someday, created to encourage under-represented students to pursue careers in healthcare. Her newest endeavor is a children’s book entitled You Can Become a Doctor Too.

PARADIGM DENTAL CENTER, LLC

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In his book The Christian Brothers in Memphis: A Chronicle of the First 100 Years, W.J. Battersby writes, “As we look back over that stretch of time, we see those who founded the college involved in endless financial difficulties, disastrous epidemics of yellow fever, a small student body, and wonder if each successive year would be the last.”

It’s hard to imagine the bleak conditions the founders of CBHS encountered. During the Civil War, Memphis was more fortunate than other cities. Union forces burned Atlanta to the ground and imposed a crushing martial law on New Orleans. Our city’s main involvement was a 90-minute battle between gunboats on the Mississippi River.

In the years afterwards, though, Memphis languished behind other Southern cities trying to rebuild.

By 1871, the Bluff City lacked a sanitation department, sewer lines, and a source of clean drinking water. Most streets, even

those in the business district, were little more than dirt roads, some paved with wooden blocks that quickly settled and rotted. The story goes that one day a mule tumbled into such a deep pothole on Madison that it drowned. Memphis lacked any kind of organized educational system — public or private. Families hired tutors for their children or sent them to private schools that rarely endured for more than a few years.

And then the Christian Brothers came to town. Established in France in 1681 by St. John Baptist De La Salle, the Brothers’ primary mission was education, and they eventually opened hundreds of schools and colleges throughout Europe and North America.

Starting one of their schools in Memphis — and keeping it open — was a challenge.

To the founders, celebrating its 150th anniversary would probably seem, in those early days, nothing short of a miracle.

top: What began in an abandoned women’s college Downtown has evolved into a modern campus, as Christian Brothers High School celebrates 150 years in Memphis. above: Brother Maurelian was the school’s first president and remained involved all his life.

PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL

f it weren’t for two seemingly unrelated events — the Great Chicago Fire and the demise of the Memphis Female Academy — Christian Brothers High School would not be celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. In its long history, the faculty and students at the school have been linked to the Chicago World’s Fair, the Industrial Exposition in New Orleans, the national tour of the Liberty Bell, and other major events.

On these pages, limited space prevents a detailed history of the oldest all-boy high school in Memphis, but we focus on the key activities that, once stitched together, show how a tiny school evolved into the first-rate facility it is today.

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United States, but throughout the world.” The New Orleans Times praises “the most complete exhibit, consisting of class work in the ancient languages, English literature, mathematics, natural sciences, and the commercial course.”

1890

Christian Brothers sets up a Catholic Educational Exhibit at the Columbian Exhibition — better known as the Chicago World’s Fair. The fair director says the CBC display “may be regarded as one of the marked successes of the Exposition.”

1892

1865

As the Civil War drew to a close, a local merchant, Michael Gavin, purchases an empty lot on Wellington Avenue for a new school. He is friends with the pastor of St. Peter’s Church, who tries to persuade a religious order in Chicago, known simply as the Christian Brothers, to send a teacher for the facility, but no one is available. The property is sold.

1871

The Memphis Female Academy, founded in 1854 and housed in an impressive four-story brick building on Adams, closes due to “adverse circumstances.” Owners of the property begin a search for a new tenant. Father Patrick A. Feehan, the Bishop of Nashville, contacts the Christian Brothers and offers them this property, which local business leaders had purchased for $35,000 — an enormous sum at the time. The Brothers again reply that no teachers are available.

1871

The Great Chicago Fire leaves businesses, homes, hospitals, and schools in ruins. This tragedy for the Windy City is a lucky one for Memphis, because three teachers no longer have a school, and are transfered here: Brother Anthony of Rome, Brother Clement Bernard, and Brother Luperius. The Order summons Brother Maurelian from Pass Christian, Mississippi, to serve as president of the new school. In his journals, the new school leader notes, “Although the terms of the sale were deemed excessive … the Christian Brothers took possession on November 17, 1871.”

1871

Following a grand parade, the new school opens with only four students, to be called Christian Brothers College although it includes a high school division. Finances are very limited. The school resorts to special events — a public lecture at the Grand Opera House, a Grand Union Picnic held at James Park — to raise funds. By the end of the year, attendance at CBC increases to 87 students.

1872

Music professor Paul Schneider forms the college band, who will perform at such events as the dedication of the fountain in Court Square, the yearly parades of St. Peter’s Church, and a visit to Memphis by Tennessee Governor John Brown.

1875

Christian Brothers College presents its first Bachelor of Arts degree to two graduates, Raphael Semmes and Richard Odlum. High school senior James F. Curtis receives a “commercial diploma,” making him the first graduate of Christian Brothers High School.

1877

The school’s financial situation is so dire that Brother Maurelian sets out on a “begging tour” of Europe, hoping to raise funds by selling artwork produced by the students and giving lectures.

1878

Yellow fever sweeps over the city. Memphis had fallen to this epidemic before, which hit especially hard in 1873, but this wave is devastating. Businesses close, thousands flee the city, and Memphis becomes a ghost town. The epidemic begins when school is not in session, but Brother Maurelian postpones the opening until November, when the fever finally subsides.

In the meantime, the Brothers help victims at aid camps set up outside the city limits.

1897 Christian Brothers College celebrates 25 years in Memphis with a Silver Jubilee. The Catholic Journal comments that the school’s “magnificent buildings and grounds on Adams Avenue are only the exterior indications of its real greatness. … It stands without peer among the institutions of learning in Tennessee or adjoining states.”

1914

Faced with dwindling enrollment, administrators close the college, keeping the high school. CBC’s last commencement — for some years — takes place at the Lyceum and only seven students receive degrees. Battersby writes, “It was a dreary ceremony.”

1914

High school students travel to New Orleans to view the Liberty Bell, mounted on a railroad car for a national tour. The Commercial Appeal reports, “Christian Brothers won first prize in the recent Liberty Bell Parade for best drilled student boys in line.”

1922

Brother Maurelian, first president of CBC and associated with the school for more than 50 years, dies at St. Joseph Hospital. The Commercial Appeal calls him “a potent force for good citizenship.”

1922

1881

In his history, Battersby writes, “The College now entered upon a period of relative prosperity. After the difficulties of the first ten years, resulting from epidemics and financial panics, this was a gratifying situation.”

The 1921-22 baseball team wins the city championship, repeating that honor in 1923 and 1924. Commercial Appeal sports editor Early Maxwell names five Brothers to the All-Memphis team for 1925. The following year, the team defeats Southside to win the Interscholastic Conference title — the start of a winning tradition for the Brothers that endures to this day.

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1929

Christian Brothers takes part in the World’s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exhibition in New Orleans. Battersby writes, “This afforded the opportunity of showing the general public what the Brothers were doing in the sphere of education, not only in the

Christian Brothers wins the city championships in baseball, football, basketball, wrestling, swimming, and boxing.

1931

The CBC Band, now 40 members strong, takes the Armistice Day Trophy for their

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL

The CBHS band outside the Shelby County Courthouse in 1932.

Memphis crosses the Mississippi River with the longest railroad bridge in North America, and the CBC Band performs at the opening events, boarding the steamer Kate Adams to entertain visitors during the day-long ceremony.

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In 1933, the group is named the official Cotton Carnival Band.

1940

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Even without the collegiate division, Christian Brothers outgrows its cramped quarters on Adams. Bishop Adrian declares the present location “unsafe and wholly inadequate” and authorizes the sale to the city’s board of education. School officials purchase land at East Parkway and Central, originally part of the Barron Collier estate, who had made his fortune with streetcar advertising. Groundbreaking takes place on June 9, 1940.

1940

Christian Brothers opens a junior college at the East Parkway location.

“For 25 years, CBC had been merely a high school,” writes Battersby. “Now it was hoped that it would return to its former status as a degree-granting institution.” When the “new” school opens in the fall, attendance is 280 students in the high school and 27 in the junior college.

1943

The Second World War has a great impact on enrollment. When only 14 students sign up for junior classes, school administrators decide to close the college until the end of the war. Meanwhile, attendance grows at the high school, with 386 students enrolled.

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1945

The war is over, and CBC is named the “Outstanding Band in Shelby County” at the Armistice Day Parade.

1947

The first building to open on the East Parkway campus is Kenrick Hall. Other structures house classrooms and laboratories. A major expansion begins, and groundbreaking for the impressive new Administration Building takes place on April 17, 1949.

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The CBHS baseball team beats Central 5-3 to win the Tennessee State Championship. With 12 other titles to come, the school holds more state baseball championships than any other high school in Tennessee.

1950

The CBC Band continues to earn accolades, now under the direction of Ralph Hale, who would lead the band for a half-century. The Tennessee Band Festival gives it a “Superior” rating, and the group tours with South.

1951

The De La Salle Gymnasium, one of the major buildings on the campus, is dedicated on December 30, 1951. Another important improvement takes place — the removal of the Louisville and Nashville railroad overpass at Central and East Parkway, along with the tracks that cut through the heart of the campus. contin u ed on page 8 0

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AN ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF THE LAWYERS WHO RANKED TOP OF THE LIST IN THE 2021 MID-SOUTH SUPER LAWYERS NOMINATION, RESEARCH AND BLUE RIBBON REVIEW PROCESS.

Bailey, III, James E., Butler Snow, Memphis TN

Jones, Les, Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN

Ballin, Leslie Irwin, Ballin Ballin & Fishman, Memphis TN

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Bicks, Nathan A., Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN

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CIVIL LITIGATION: PLAINTIFF SUPER LAWYERS Chase, III, Lee J., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

Honored to be selected to Mid-South Super Lawyers – Employment Law – 2021

RISING STARS McClelland, Andrew, Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, Memphis TN, 901-730-6363 Phillips, Darrell N., Darrell N. Phillips Esq., Germantown TN Webb, Chris J., Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7

CIVIL RIGHTS SUPER LAWYERS Kramer, Bruce S., Apperson Crump, Memphis TN O’Donnell, David D., Clayton O’Donnell, Oxford MS

CLASS ACTION/MASS TORTS

Tressa V. Johnson

Kristy L. Bennett

PROVIDING QUALITY REPRESENTATION FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE MID-SOUTH WITH DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, RETALIATION, AND MEDICAL LEAVE CLAIMS

SUPER LAWYERS Burns, William F., Watson Burns, Memphis TN, 901-529-7996

WILLIAM F. BURNS

WATSON BURNS, PLLC Memphis • 901-529-7996

www.watsonburns.com

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MID-SOUTH MEMPHIS 2021 CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION

Stengel, Michael J., Law Office of Michael J. Stengel, Memphis TN

CRIMINAL DEFENSE SUPER LAWYERS Ballin, Blake D., Ballin Ballin & Fishman, Memphis TN

SUPER LAWYERS Carter, Richard M., Martin Tate Morrow & Marston, Memphis TN

Ballin, Leslie Irwin, Ballin Ballin & Fishman, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Getz, Joseph T., Evans | Petree, Memphis TN Less, Michael I., Butler Snow, Memphis TN

Franks, James D., Law Offices of James D. Franks, Hernando MS

Stengel, Elizabeth B., Evans | Petree, Memphis TN

Ganguli, Juni S., Ganguli & Hall, Memphis TN

Summers, James B., Allen Summers Simpson Lillie & Gresham, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 RISING STARS

Lee, J. Jeffrey, The Law Office of J. Jeffrey Lee, Memphis TN Leffler, Stephen R., Law Offices of Stephen R. Leffler, Memphis TN, 901-527-8830 Pg. S-9

Cantrell, Luke P., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

STEPHEN R. LEFFLER LAW OFFICES OF STEPHEN R. LEFFLER, P.C. Memphis • 901-527-8830

Wagerman, Howard, Wagerman Katzman, Memphis TN Working, Michael R., The Working Law Firm, Memphis TN Ziegenhorn, Bart, Ziegenhorn & Bernard, West Memphis AR RISING STARS Fuchs, Lauren M., Massey McClusky McClusky & Fuchs, Memphis TN, 901-384-4004 Pg. S-5 McClusky, Joseph A., Massey McClusky McClusky & Fuchs, Memphis TN, 901-384-4004 Pg. S-5 Mogy, Eric, The Mogy Law Firm, Memphis TN Washington, Victoria V., The Washington Law Firm, Southaven MS

www.lefflerlaw.com

CONSUMER LAW

Massey, William D., Massey McClusky McClusky & Fuchs, Memphis TN, 901-384-4004 Pg. S-3, S-5

SUPER LAWYERS

McAfee, Marty B., The McAfee Law Firm, Memphis TN

Snider, Kevin A., Snider & Horner, Germantown TN Pg. S-3

McClusky, Lorna S., Massey McClusky McClusky & Fuchs, Memphis TN, 901-384-4004 Pg. S-3, S-5 McDaniel, Mark S., The McDaniel Law Firm, Memphis TN Patterson, Kevin G., KGP Law Firm, Germantown TN

CREDITOR DEBTOR RIGHTS

Perry, Jr., John K., Perry Griffin, Southaven MS SUPER LAWYERS Miller, Louis Jay, Mendelson Law Firm, Memphis TN

Quinn, Arthur E., Arthur E. Quinn Law Office, Memphis TN

CRIMINAL DEFENSE: DUI/DWI RISING STARS Mason, Jere W., Huffman Mason, Covington TN

CRIMINAL DEFENSE: WHITE COLLAR SUPER LAWYERS Chiniche, Paul A., Chiniche Law Firm, Oxford MS CONTINUED ON PAGE S-8

CONGR ATUL ATIONS to the

Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee 2021 Super Lawyers honorees recognized

in Memphis and the Mid-South for their excellence and professional achievement .

Stevan L. Black Michael G. McLaren

CLIENT-FOCUSED. RESULTS-DRIVEN.

STEVAN L. BLACK FAMILY LAW

MICHAEL G. MCLAREN

BUSINESS LITIGATION

VICKIE HARDY JONES FAMILY LAW

JOHN C. RYLAND FAMILY LAW

Licensed in Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, New York and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Washington, D.C., our goal is to develop smart, creative, effective solutions and provide exceptional representation of clients in diverse areas of civil litigation: INSURANCE DEFENSE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY EMPLOYMENT LAW MEDIATION

BUSINESS LITIGATION PRODUCTS LIABILITY VACCINE LAW

We have also earned a strong reputation in family law matters:

J. MARK GRIFFEE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY: DEFENSE

JANA D. LAMANNA FAMILY LAW

MEGAN ARTHUR FAMILY LAW

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DIVORCE PROBATE LAW PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS

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MID-SOUTH MEMPHIS 2021 ELDER LAW SUPER LAWYERS Self, Jr., William K., Elderlaw Memphis, Memphis TN

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUPER LAWYERS Thornton, David A., Bass Berry & Sims, Memphis TN

EMPLOYMENT & LABOR SUPER LAWYERS Bennett, Richard D., Farris Bobango, Memphis TN

Holland, Maureen T., Holland & Associates, Memphis TN Jackson, Gordon E., Jackson Shields Yeiser Holt Owen & Bryant, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Johnson, Florence M., Johnson and Johnson, Memphis TN

Lillie, Shawn R., Allen Summers Simpson Lillie & Gresham, Memphis TN

Meyers, Robert D., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Mayfield, Mark, Womack Phelps Puryear Mayfield & McNeil, Jonesboro AR

Russell, John M., Russell Oliver & Stephens, Memphis TN

O’Neal, Darrell J., Law Office of Darrell J. O’Neal, Memphis TN, 901-345-8009

RISING STARS Busey, Zachary, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

DARRELL J. O’NEAL LAW OFFICE OF DARRELL J. O’NEAL

Gerson, Herbert E., FordHarrison, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Godwin, Deborah G., Godwin Morris Laurenzi & Bloomfield, Memphis TN

Hancock, Jonathan C., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Krupicka, Lisa A., Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Crone, Alan G., The Crone Law Firm, Memphis TN

Dowdy, Whitney M., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

SUPER LAWYERS Britt, Louis P., FordHarrison, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Johnson, Tressa V., Johnson & Bennett, Memphis TN, 901-402-6515 Pg. S-6

Caraway, Kirk A., Allen Summers Simpson Lillie & Gresham, Memphis TN Davis, Angie C., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION: DEFENSE

Prather, Paul E., Littler Mendelson, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Simmons, John W., Simmons Law Firm, Memphis TN

Redden Davis, Emma, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

Memphis • 901-345-8009

www.darrelloneal.com Rasmussen, Robin H., Dinkelspiel Rasmussen & Mink, Memphis TN Simpson, James M., Allen Summers Simpson Lillie & Gresham, Memphis TN

EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION: PLAINTIFF SUPER LAWYERS Ashby, Bryce W., Donati Law, Memphis TN Bennett, Kristy L., Johnson & Bennett, Memphis TN, 901-402-6830 Pg. S-6

Hagerman, Jennifer, Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN

Waide, III, James D. “Jim”, Waide & Associates, Tupelo MS Pg. S-3

Norwood, Dan, Working Boomer Advocate, Memphis TN

Hill, Charles W., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Weintraub, Jeff, Fisher & Phillips, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Waide, Rachel Pierce, Waide & Associates, Tupelo MS Pg. S-3

Ryan, William B., Donati Law, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

RISING STARS Bryant, J. Russ, Jackson Shields Yeiser Holt Owen & Bryant, Memphis TN, 901-754-8001

J. RUSS BRYANT

JACKSON SHIELDS YEISER HOLT OWEN & BRYANT Memphis • 901-754-8001

www.jsylawfirm.com

Crandall Osowski, Janelle, Donati Law, Memphis TN

ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS SUPER LAWYERS Luckett, Jr., Bill, Luckett Law Firm, Clarksdale MS

ENVIRONMENTAL SUPER LAWYERS Womack, Randall B., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

ESTATE & TRUST LITIGATION SUPER LAWYERS Autry, Edward T., Williams McDaniel, Memphis TN, 901-766-0887

EDWARD T. AUTRY

WILLIAMS MCDANIEL, PLLC Memphis • 901-766-0887

www.williamsmcdaniel.com Thornton, Matthew, Bourland Heflin Alvarez Minor & Matthews, Memphis TN

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MID-SOUTH MEMPHIS 2021 ESTATE PLANNING & PROBATE SUPER LAWYERS Alvarez, Robert K., Bourland Heflin Alvarez Minor & Matthews, Memphis TN Bailey, Jr., Olen M., The Bailey Law Firm, Memphis TN, 901-843-2760 Pg. S-13 Bradley, Beth Weems, Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN Bradley, J. Anthony, The Bradley Law Firm, Germantown TN, 901-682-2030

FAMILY LAW SUPER LAWYERS Alford, T. Swayze, Attorney at Law, Oxford MS Anderson, J. Steven, J. Steven Anderson Law Firm, Memphis TN, 901-763-1800 Pg. S-10

J. STEVEN ANDERSON J. STEVEN ANDERSON LAW FIRM PLLC Memphis • 901-763-1800

www.jsandersonlaw.com

Lamanna, Jana D., Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7 Mason, Sr., Miles, Miles Mason Family Law Group, Germantown TN, 901-683-1850 Pg. S-1 Rice, Larry, Rice Law, Memphis TN, 901-526-6701 Pg. S-2, S-3 Ryland, John C., Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7 Taylor, Daniel Loyd, Taylor & Bean, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Turner, Kay Farese, Kay Farese Turner & Associates, Memphis TN

Buckner, Thomas R., Apperson Crump, Memphis TN

Arthur, Megan, Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7

Waldrop, David M., The Waldrop Firm, Germantown TN, 901-759-3489 Pg. S-13

Donaldson, Jr., Thomas F. “Tom”, Donaldson Law Firm, Marion AR

Black, Stevan L., Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7

DAVID M. WALDROP

Harris, Rita Lynn Reed, Attorney at Law, Forrest City AR

Blanton, Darrell D., Law Office of Darrell D. Blanton, Memphis TN

Jones, Robert S., Waddell Cole & Jones, Jonesboro AR McDaniel, A. Stephen, Williams McDaniel, Memphis TN, 901-766-0887

A. STEPHEN MCDANIEL WILLIAMS MCDANIEL, PLLC Memphis • 901-766-0887

www.williamsmcdaniel.com Murrah, John F., Evans | Petree, Memphis TN Nassar, Jr., George J., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN Thompson, Jeffrey E., Martin Tate Morrow & Marston, Memphis TN Tobin, Cynthia J., Williams McDaniel, Memphis TN, 901-498-6823

Davis, Walter Alan, Dunbar Davis, Oxford MS Gattas, Leslie, Leslie Gattas & Associates, Germantown TN Gill, Lisa J., Gill Family Law, Germantown TN Hall, Laurie W., Ganguli & Hall, Memphis TN Hinsley, Susan A., Butler Sevier Hinsley & Reid, Memphis TN, 901-578-8888 Pg. S-13 Hollis, Scott Burnham, Hollis Legal Solutions, Olive Branch MS Jones, Vickie Hardy, Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7

THE WALDROP FIRM P.C. Germantown • 901-759-3489

www.davidwaldrop.com White, Leigh Taylor, Mullins Whitfield White & Hillis, Memphis TN, 901-527-2000 Pg. S-8 RISING STARS Buie IV, William “Gil”, Miles Mason Family Law Group, Germantown TN, 901-683-1850 Pg. S-1 Davis, Anne B., Rogers Brackin & Davis, Memphis TN Eason, Josh, Eason Law Firm, Jonesboro AR Ferrante, Jessica F., Rice Law, Memphis TN, 901-526-6701 Pg. S-2 Griffin, Ravonda L., Perry Griffin, Southaven MS CONTINUED ON PAGE S-10

CYNTHIA J. TOBIN WILLIAMS MCDANIEL, PLLC Memphis • 901-498-6823

www.williamsmcdaniel.com Tual, Blanchard E., Tual Graves, Memphis TN Womack, Tom D., Womack Phelps Puryear Mayfield & McNeil, Jonesboro AR RISING STARS Allen, Charles J., Edmondson Sage Allen, Oxford MS Baker, Joshua L., Martin Tate Morrow & Marston, Memphis TN Bleavins, Hannah E., Williams McDaniel, Memphis TN, 901-766-0887

HANNAH E. BLEAVINS WILLIAMS MCDANIEL, PLLC Memphis • 901-766-0887

www.williamsmcdaniel.com Dale, J. Carlisle, Wiseman Bray, Memphis TN, 901-372-5003 Grice, Chasity Sharp, Peppel Grice & Palazzolo, Memphis TN, 901-761-3140

CHASITY SHARP GRICE PEPPEL, GRICE & PALAZZOLO, P.C. Memphis • 901-761-3140

www.memphisprobatelaw.com Hankins, Sloane, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Mason, Laura Kessler, Harkavy Shainberg Kaplan, Memphis TN SUPER LAWYERS MID-SOUTH / MEMPHIS 2021

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Hall, Abigail, Butler Sevier Hinsley & Reid, Memphis TN Knox, Chelsea, Rice Law, Memphis TN, 901-526-6701 Pg. S-2 O’Dea, Erin K., Rice Law, Memphis TN, 901-526-6701 Pg. S-2

GENERAL LITIGATION SUPER LAWYERS Branson, John R., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Carson, Dawn D., Hickman Goza & Spragins, Memphis TN Hutton, Robert L., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN Jones, Jeffrey H., Law Office of Jeffrey Jones, Bartlett TN Lamar, Jr., John T., Lamar & Hannaford, Senatobia MS Lyons, Lewis W., Glassman Wyatt Tuttle & Cox, Memphis TN

RISING STARS Slayton, Jerrod, Slayton Law Firm, Jonesboro AR

Frager, Barry L., The Frager Law Firm, Memphis TN, 901-763-3188 Pg. S-13

Watkins, Paul, Mayo Mallette, Oxford MS

Sauer, Ari, Siskind Susser, Memphis TN

Webb, Abigail J., Harris Shelton, Memphis TN

GOVERNMENT FINANCE SUPER LAWYERS Shaw, Miska, Ahmad Zaffarese, Memphis TN

SUPER LAWYERS Anderson, Katherine, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Bicks, Nathan A., Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Houseal, Jr., John I., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

McLean, Robert A., Farris Bobango, Memphis TN Miller, Robert F., Farris Bobango, Memphis TN

Wheeler, Jr., George T., Harris Shelton, Memphis TN

Mixon, Donn H., Mixon & Worsham, Jonesboro AR Wellford, Buckner, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Wilcox, Tony L., Wilcox Law Firm, Jonesboro AR

RISING STARS Cohen, Adam, Siskind Susser, Memphis TN Susser, Jason, Siskind Susser, Memphis TN

INSURANCE COVERAGE SUPER LAWYERS Deaton, Chris H., Brock Deaton Law Firm, Tupelo MS

HEALTH CARE

Shelton, Max, Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, Memphis TN

Peyton, Edd, Spicer Rudstrom, Memphis TN

Siskind, Gregory H., Siskind Susser, Memphis TN

IMMIGRATION

Derrick, Michael G., Shuttleworth, Memphis TN Webb, Dan W., Webb Sanders & Williams, Tupelo MS

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SUPER LAWYERS Garrison, Grady M., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN RISING STARS Vescovo, Nicholas, Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION

SUPER LAWYERS Babaoglu, Rehim, Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

SUPER LAWYERS Baldridge, Adam S., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Halijan, Douglas F., Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN Vorder-Bruegge, Jr., Mark, Wyatt Tarrant & Combs, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 RISING STARS Berkowitz, Nicole, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS SUPER LAWYERS Bourland, Blake W., Evans | Petree, Memphis TN Waddell, Ralph W., Waddell Cole & Jones, Jonesboro AR Williams, Laurel C., Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN

PERSONAL INJURY GENERAL: DEFENSE SUPER LAWYERS Baker, S. Shane, Waddell Cole & Jones, Jonesboro AR Byars, III, Wilton V., Daniel Coker Horton & Bell, Oxford MS Pg. S-3 Gresham, Darryl D., Allen Summers Simpson Lillie & Gresham, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Moore, Robert L., Heaton & Moore, Memphis TN Owens, Jr., Nicholas J., Owens Law Firm, Memphis TN Potter, Jerry O., Harris Shelton, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Roney, Margaret Cooper, Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN Spragins, H. Scot, Hickman Goza & Spragins, Oxford MS

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MID-SOUTH MEMPHIS 2021 Vescovo, Christopher L., Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

Sauer, Stephen A., Attorney at Law, Memphis TN

Williams, B. Wayne, Webb Sanders & Williams, Tupelo MS

Siegel, David A., Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN

PERSONAL INJURY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE: DEFENSE

Smith, Gary K., Gary K. Smith Law Firm, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

SUPER LAWYERS Baskette, Kevin, Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

Tannehill, Jr., J. Rhea, Tannehill Carmean & McKenzie, Oxford MS

Clark, Joseph M., Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN Pg. S-3

Jimenez, Julia, Daniel Coker Horton & Bell, Oxford MS McBride, Aurelia V., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

Toon, Shannon L., Taylor & Toon, Memphis TN

West, Benjamin D., Harris Shelton Hanover Walsh, Oxford MS

Wells, Phillip J., Wells & Wells, Jonesboro AR

RISING STARS Frulla, W. Christopher, Rainey Kizer Reviere & Bell, Memphis TN

PERSONAL INJURY GENERAL: PLAINTIFF SUPER LAWYERS Acerra, Carey L., Jehl Law Group, Memphis TN Bristow, Bill W., Bristow & Richardson, Jonesboro AR Connell Jr., Edward (Ted) P., Merkel & Cocke, Clarksdale MS Dulaney, Joseph R., Dulaney Law Firm, Tunica MS, 662-363-2922 Farese, John Booth, Farese Farese & Farese, Oxford MS Gee, Jr., Peter, Morgan & Morgan, Memphis TN, 901-333-1900

PETER GEE, JR.

MORGAN & MORGAN Memphis • 901-333-1900

www.forthepeople.com/memphis Gilder, Jefferson Davis, Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman, Hernando MS, 662-349-2889 Pg. S-11 Gordon, David E., Law Office of David E. Gordon, Memphis TN Gordon, J. Houston, Law Office of J. Houston Gordon, Covington TN Graham, Kevin N., Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN

Conley, Craig Creighton, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Gilmer, Brad, Harris Shelton, Memphis TN Hayes, Jr., W. Timothy, Harris Shelton, Memphis TN

RISING STARS

Magee, Marcy Dodds, Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

Burgoyne, Garry M., Burgoyne Law Offices, Olive Branch MS

Malkin, Andrea N., Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

Carpenter, Tiffany W., Cory Watson Attorneys, Memphis TN Guess, Seth A., Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN Hackett, William, Morgan & Morgan, Memphis TN Johnson, Adam H., Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN Jordan, Hamilton, Cory Watson Attorneys, Memphis TN

Mayer, Minton P., Quintairos Prieto Wood & Boyer, Memphis TN McNeill, Paul D., RMP, Jonesboro AR Pg. S-3 Milam, S. Kirk, Attorney at Law, Oxford MS Steinberg, Jill M., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Waddell, Amanda C., Rainey Kizer Reviere & Bell, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Waddell, Paul D., Waddell Cole & Jones, Jonesboro AR Pg. S-3

McLeod, Witt, Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN

Wheeler, John G., Mitchell McNutt & Sams, Tupelo MS Pg. S-3

Sanford, Mari-Elizabeth, The Cochran Firm Mid-South, Memphis TN

RISING STARS Bennett, Samantha E., Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

Trotz, A. Parker, Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN

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NEARLY A CENTURY OF EXPERIENCE Putting our Clients First Not every legal dispute will go to court, but you need an attorney who is prepared to see your case through the negotiation phase all the way to trial if necessary. Each of our four attorneys is an accomplished trial attorney with many years of courtroom experience.

Greer, Thomas R., Bailey & Greer, Memphis TN Hill, David W., Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN Pg. S-3 Lacy, Brandon W., Lacy Law Firm, Jonesboro AR Ledbetter, Mark, Attorney at Law, Memphis TN May, Matthew, Rosenblum & Reisman, Memphis TN, 901-527-9600 Pg. S-3

From our offices in Hernando, Southaven and Memphis, our firm provides aggressive and unparalleled service to our clients in courts all over North Mississippi and West Tennessee.

MATTHEW MAY

ROSENBLUM & REISMAN, P.C. Memphis • 901-527-9600

www.rosenblumandreisman.com Mcdaniel, Brett A., McDaniel Law Firm, Jonesboro AR

We encourage you to experience the difference by calling our firm today at

McLaughlin, David A., 901Attorneys, Memphis TN Morton, Craig V., Morton & Germany, Memphis TN, 901-522-0050

CRAIG V. MORTON

MORTON & GERMANY, PLLC Memphis • 901-522-0050

L to R: Charles “Nick” Smith, Jefferson Davis Gilder*, Steven W. Pittman*, Jamie W. Howell, Jr. *Selected to Super Lawyers

www.mortongermany.com Peel, David B., Peel Law Firm, Millington TN Pittman, Steven W., Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman, Hernando MS, 662-349-2889 Pg. S-11 Saharovich, Alex, Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN

291 Losher St. Hernando, MS 38632

(662) 349-2889.

Our firm would like to congratulate our attorneys Jefferson D. Gilder and Steven W. Pittman for being named to 2021 Super Lawyers in Personal Injury General: Plaintiff.

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Bursi, Natalie, Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

Glassman, Richard, Glassman Wyatt Tuttle & Cox, Memphis TN

RISING STARS White, Matthew G., Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

Davidson, Taylor, Harris Shelton, Memphis TN

Griffee, J. Mark, Black McLaren Jones Ryland & Griffee, Memphis TN, 901-762-0535 Pg. S-7

Isaacman Yohey, Leslie, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN

RISING STARS

Kavanagh, Julia, Hall Booth Smith, Memphis TN

Francis, IV, Hugh, Rainey Kizer Reviere & Bell, Memphis TN

SUPER LAWYERS

Stimac, Lauran Glassman, Glassman Wyatt Tuttle & Cox, Memphis TN

Cornaghie, Chris A., Gatewood & Cornaghie, Memphis TN

Williams, Sarah Pazar, Hall Booth Smith, Memphis TN

PERSONAL INJURY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE: PLAINTIFF SUPER LAWYERS Cocke, John H., Merkel & Cocke, Clarksdale MS Geller, Mark N., Nahon Saharovich & Trotz, Memphis TN

RISING STARS

REAL ESTATE

Vinson, Christina B., Morgan & Morgan, Memphis TN

SUPER LAWYERS Austin, Jr., Stewart G., Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

Gibson, Tannera George, Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN

Humphreys, R. Hunter, Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

Graddy, Chad, Bryan Smith & Associates, Memphis TN

Kaplan, Michael D., Harkavy Shainberg Kaplan, Memphis TN

Jones, Les, Burch Porter & Johnson, Memphis TN, 901-524-5000 Pg. S-3

LES JONES

BURCH PORTER & JOHNSON, PLLC Memphis • 901-524-5000

www.bpjlaw.com

McDaniel, Bobby R., McDaniel Law Firm, Jonesboro AR Pg. S-3

McLaren, Jr., James B., Adams and Reese, Memphis TN Philip, John B., Crislip Philip & Associates, Memphis TN Pierce, Jr., J. William, Glankler Brown, Memphis TN

Merkel, III, Charles M., Merkel & Cocke, Clarksdale MS Merkel, Jr., Charles M., Merkel & Cocke, Clarksdale MS Pg. S-3

Spore, III, Richard R., Bass Berry & Sims, Memphis TN

Mitchell, Cynthia I., Merkel & Cocke, Clarksdale MS

Uhlhorn, V, T. Gaillard, Bass Berry & Sims, Memphis TN

Morrell, Gary K., Morton & Germany, Memphis TN, 901-522-0050

Warner, James C., Martin Tate Morrow & Marston, Memphis TN

GARY K. MORRELL

www.mortongermany.com Rosenblum, Jeffrey S., Rosenblum & Reisman, Memphis TN, 901-527-9600 Pg. S-3

JEFFREY S. ROSENBLUM

ROSENBLUM & REISMAN, P.C. Memphis • 901-527-9600

www.rosenblumandreisman.com

SUPER LAWYERS Chapman, Ralph E., Chapman Lewis & Swan, Clarksdale MS Pg. S-3 Cooper, Berry, McNabb Bragorgos & Burgess, Memphis TN Edwards, Tim, Ballin Ballin & Fishman, Memphis TN

PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY: DEFENSE SUPER LAWYERS Blair, Sam Berry, Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, Memphis TN Faughnan, Brian S., Lewis Thomason, Memphis TN

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SUPER LAWYERS Griffith, Benjamin E., Griffith Law Firm, Oxford MS Pg. S-3

TAX SUPER LAWYERS Laughlin, III, Harry, The Crone Law Firm, Memphis TN RISING STARS DeWitt, Tyler H., DeWitt Law, Memphis TN

TRANSPORTATION/MARITIME SUPER LAWYERS

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Barry L. Frager has been practicing immigration law since 1990 and has previously served as a General Attorney for INS in Los Angeles, through the USDOJ Honors Law Graduate Program. From 2004 to 2011, Mr. Frager served either as National Chair or Vice Chair of the Federal Bar Association’s Immigration Law Section. For more than a decade, Mr. Frager has successfully planned CLEs for the FBA which helps train lawyers in the immigration legal field. Mr. Frager returned to Memphis, Tennessee to practice immigration law in 1994. In 2003, he opened an office in Nashville. Mr. Frager is admitted to practice law in the following jurisdictions: Tennessee, 1990, District of Columbia, 1991 and Arkansas, 2012.

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Sheree Hoffman has practiced family law for over 37 years. Her practice includes divorce, custody/parenting, child support, alimony, prenuptial agreements, post-divorce modifications, juvenile court and domestic violence cases. She emphasizes the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution options to reduce animosity between parents which reduces client expenses. She has been mediating since 1992 and is a TN Supreme Court approved mediator. She is specially trained as a Collaborative family law attorney. She works diligently to be solution focused for her clients and makes sure her clients are always kept informed and advised about their best options. She is a member of many professional organizations, publishes articles and speaks regularly at seminars.

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Mr. Obert is a Talladega, Alabama native, who grew up in Memphis, Tennessee. He is the senior litigation attorney for Obert Law Group, with offices in Ridgeland and Oxford, Mississippi. His personal injury practice includes the defense/prosecution of motor vehicular accidents, premises liability, products liability, toxic torts, insurance coverage and UM/UIM claims. Keith is admitted to practice in most State and Federal Courts in Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee. He is a Certified Mediator and frequent CLE lecturer on trial practice, automobile accident litigation, depositions, and ethics throughout the Mid-South and Southeast. Keith is rated AV Preeminent and Avvo 10.0, listed in Best’s Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys and Who’s Who in American Law, and named 2001 Outstanding Young Lawyer in Mississippi.

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David is active in his community and has previously served as the Chairman of the Planning Commission for the Town of Collierville and as an elder at Germantown Presbyterian Church. David’s philosophy is a successful attorney/client relationship is built on trust. He understands that effective legal representation can only be accomplished through a high degree of professionalism and hard work.

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A CBHS football program from 1959.

1961

In the school publication THE Bell Tower, Brother Thomas Matthews, now president, reveals plans for a new high school: “It is quite obvious that there is a need for a new high school. We feel it should be built on a new campus since there is not sufficient room to house a college the size that CBC is tending to become.”

1961

school officials pay $135,000 to purchase 27.5 acres of farmland on Walnut Grove, close to the new expressway.

1962

For the first time, Christian Brothers College and Christian Brothers High School hold separate graduation ceremonies.

The number of graduates almost matches: 117 from the school, and 116 from the college.

1962

Construction begins on an ultra-modern high school campus projected to cost $1.1 million.

1963

A milestone in Memphis education takes place, under the leadership of Brother Terence McLaughlin, president of CBC. “No school in Memphis, public or private, had been integrated prior to August 1963,” writes Battersby, in his history, “when CBC accepted the application of Jesse Turner, Jr.” He will graduate as co-salutatorian of his class.

1965 Christian Brothers High School moves to its new campus on Walnut Grove. Although a busy location today, at the time it stood alone in that area. Baptist Hospital and Shelby Farms are years in the future.

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1977

The Brothers defeat Chattanooga’s Baylor School 22-19 to win the Tennessee State Championship in football.

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1985 Heffernan Hall opens as the school’s first cafeteria. That’s only one component of an ongoing campus plan that includes a new library, auditorium, classrooms, memorial garden, bell tower, parking, and other additions.

1987 CBHS defeats Dyersburg 71-70

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2014 CBHS launches its Momentum

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2020 The old physical education complex is demolished. Construction begins on the new McNeill Family Fieldhouse, scheduled to open in 2021.

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Sources: The Christian Brothers in Memphis: A Chronicle of One Hundred Years, 1871-1971, by W.J. Battersby, and Christian Brothers College High School in Memphis, Tennessee: The First 150 Years, by Brother Joel McGraw.

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The D.T. Porter Building Our history expert solves local mysteries: who, what, when, where, why, and why not. Well, sometimes.

BY VANCE L AUDERDALE

DEAR VANCE: Is it true that the D.T. Porter Building’s elevator — the first one in Memphis — was actually operated by mules?

— G.M., MEMPHIS.

DEAR G.M.: If you are asking if mules operated the eleva-

tor car, by pressing the buttons with their hooves, then I can give you a hard “no” on that. And if you are instead wondering if mules somehow lifted and lowered the car, carrying passengers to all floors of the impressive office building that overlooks Court Square — a Downtown

landmark for more than a century — then I’m going to give you a hard “no” on that as well.

I’m sorry to disappoint you. To answer your question, I studied the history of elevators — not the most fun way to spend a night in the Lauderdale Mansion (though I’ve had worse) — and hundreds of years ago, various animals tugged on ropes and pulleys to raise platforms during the construction of buildings. But these were smaller structures, and if somebody decided to engage animals to carry passengers to the roof of a 12-story building, would mules really be the best choice? I mean, aren’t they called “stubborn as a mule” for a reason? I wouldn’t want to be stuck in an elevator car when the mule decided it was time to rest and chew on hay or whatever it is that they enjoy.

Besides, how would this elevator-mule system have worked? It’s too depressing to think they stayed in the basement, walking endlessly on a treadmill linked to the elevator car. And no old photos I’ve ever seen of Main Street show mules, plodding alongside Court Square, hooked to cables, walking back and forth to raise and lower the car.

So put the mules out of your mind. Back in 1853, an inventor named Elisha Otis presented the first “passenger safety elevator” at the Crystal Palace Convention in New York City. By the time workers completed the D.T. Porter Building in 1895, advanced machinery — steam-powered, hydraulic, electrical — was available for elevators. I’m not saying these systems were as safe and reliable as they are now. After all, it wasn’t until 1877 that somebody thought to install automatic doors on elevators. Until then, a disturbing number of impatient passengers opened the doors themselves and tumbled down an empty shaft.

Everything suggests that, even though the Porter Building elevator was indeed the first in Memphis, it wasn’t a crude, animal-powered prototype. Even so, it was a novelty here, and Memphians paid 10 cents to ride to the roof of what was then the tallest building in town.

So let me ask a question for a change: Who was D.T. Porter, and why was this grand building named after him? Well, since this is my column, I’ll answer that. He was born on a farm in Robertson County, Tennessee, in 1827, moved with his family to Kentucky, then to Nashville, and then to Memphis. Even though he was always called “Dr.” (it even says so on the building and his tombstone) he never seems to have practiced medicine. Some biographers believe that Porter actually held a degree in pharmacy, but he never bothered with that occupation either.

In her book, Elmwood 2002: In the Shadows of the Elms, historian Perre Magness has this to say about David Tinsley Porter (the full name he rarely used): “In 1857, he came to Memphis and entered the grocery and commission business with various partners. During the yellow fever epidemic of 1873, he was an indefatigable member of the Citizens Relief Committee.”

He assumed far more important roles in our city during the more dreadful 1878 yellow fever epidemic.

Magness quotes from an earlier historian, J.M. Keating, author of A History of Memphis, Tennessee, with Biographical Sketches (first published in 1888), who notes that when Memphis lost its charter and became a taxing district, “The people of Memphis were so well-acquainted with [Porter] as a successful merchant, a man of great

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character and incorruptible integrity, as well as of rare building in our city looks quite like it. benevolence, that they at once selected him for the The Society of Architectural Historians describes very responsible position of president of the taxing its unique style in this way: “The Main Street elevation is 11 stories high, though a third of the building is one district, the equivalent of mayor, president of the board additional story on the side facing Court Square. The of works, and recorder.” rhythm of the fenestration on this west side is idiosynBack to Magness: “He initiated sanitary reforms and sewer building and did much to contribute to the recratic. The expected grid of square windows is interbuilding of the city.” Those efforts, among others, elimrupted by an asymmetrical arrangement of rounded inated the breeding grounds for the mosquitos that arches on the fourth, seventh, and tenth floors. To furcarried the deadly fever. ther break up symmetry, the main entrance — flanked And now, for one last time, back to Keating: “Porby Corinthian columns of red granite — is located in ter devoted himself with singleness of purpose to the the fifth of six bays. Stylistically, the building combines work of rehabilitating a city, putting fresh blood in elements from the Italian Renaissance and Richardsonian Romanesque.” its veins, and reviving it from the very jaws of death.”

The next time anyone is strolling along Main Street Magness notes that in the late 1800s Porter was also president of Memphis National Bank, president of Plantor visiting Court Square, I encourage them to pause ers Fire Insurance Company, president of Gayoso Oil and study this building. The details really are remarkSeed Works, director of the Brush Elecable, and it’s one of my favorite structric Light Company, and a trustee of the Do good deeds during tures in Memphis. your lifetime, and your Leath Orphan Asylum.

Continental National Bank closed After his death in 1898, his name was heirs might buy a bank around 1900. Over the years, other busiadded to that institution, known today and rename it after nesses moved in, occupying the ornate lobas Porter-Leath. by and the upper floors. In 1983, new ownyou. It could happen.

He was laid to rest in Elmwood, alongside ers renovated the building top to bottom his wife, Mildred, and his son, Willie, both of whom and converted it to apartments, adding a rooftop deck. had died before him. Porter’s grave is marked with an I should point out that the elaborate exterior only impressive monument (shown above), but his family applies to the north and west sides of the D.T. Porter Building. The east and south sides are plain brick, bedecided he deserved a much larger memorial. In 1900 they purchased the Continental National Bank Buildcause developers assumed other buildings would go up ing, which had been constructed on Main Street, and next door, blocking any windows placed on those walls. renamed it the Dr. D.T. Porter Building.

But that never happened, so two sides remained blank Let that be a lesson to all my half-dozen readers: Do until 1974, when a project called “Downtown Wall Art good deeds during your lifetime, and your heirs might of Memphis” provided funds for local artists to paint buy a bank and rename it after you. It could happen. “supergraphics” on various buildings.

The D.T. Porter Building stands today, looking as nice My pal Wayne Dowdy with the Memphis and Shelby as the day it opened, as one of our city’s most astonishing County Room turned up that information, noting that architectural creations. Architect Edward C. Jones had the newspaper articles about this project — though listdesigned nice homes and churches across the South. ing more than a dozen artists who participated — never This was supposedly his first “skyscraper” and — I specified who painted this particular mural. Perhaps by mean this in the nicest way — it seems like he changed the time you read this, I can tell you more about the artist.

I wrote to “Ask Vance” but I’m still waiting for a reply. his mind about the design with every story. No other

above left: A lifesize stone figure of Dr. D.T. Porter stands atop one of the most elaborate monuments at Elmwood. The broken shaft signifies a life cut short. above: In 1974, local artists who participated in a project called “Downtown Wall Art of Memphis” added this colorful cotton mural to the unadorned southern side of the D.T. Porter Building.

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At Pantà, a Bridge to Catalonia The bright food and colors of Kelly English’s Pantà conjure visions of Gaudí and coastal Spain.

BY SAMUEL X. CICCI

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ummer in Barcelona: a perfect getaway, with fine Spanish wines, magnificent art and architecture, coastal sojourns, and bright, colorful late-night dining. It may be late autumn in Memphis, but those visions are more than a dream for Kelly English. The renowned Memphis chef has taken his former Restaurant Iris space at 2146 Monroe and reinvented it completely, transforming the entire building into the new restaurant Pantà, a popping, vibrant creation that serves some of the best Spanish food and cocktails to be found in the Mid-South. And with help from designer David Quarles IV and manager Aaron Ivory, Pantà elevates itself to a sui generis collaboration of Memphis culture.

The idea to open a Spanish-style restaurant had been floating around in English’s mind for a long time, ever since he spent time in Barcelona during college. “I lived in Barcelona for six months when I was in my early twenties, and that’s really where I fell in love with food and wine,” he recalls. “This style of cooking is really different to what we’ve been doing, but I’ve wanted to do something like this since I went there.”

If not for the pandemic, Pantà may not have come to fruition

that can seat 200, with lunch and dinner seven days a week.

There’s plenty of room to grow, and with that we’ll be able to provide real benefits for our employees, putting them in a better financial position.”

English tested out a Catalan pop-up in the former Iris space for three months in 2020. The reception from Memphis diners was excellent, and that success “really helped put food on the table for our staff,” says English.

As he prepared for the next chapter, a permanent Spanish restaurant felt like the right move. “It just felt like a natural thing. We’d seen it work, we’d seen how much fun it was, and we’d seen how much joy it brought.”

That joy was apparent at a packed opening weekend for Pantà in October, and the variety of Catalan dishes should

Entrepá de anec a les landes: harissa roasted duck on a baguette with chermoula slaw.

Chef Kelly English (left) and designer David Quarles IV teamed up to completely transform the former Restaurant Iris space into Pantà.

so soon. English took stock of the situation and realized that the Restaurant Iris model, a 12seat fine dining establishment with valet parking, wasn’t going to be sustainable in the current climate. It needed a new home, somewhere that the restaurant would have room to grow and continue to provide a living for his team.

After getting in touch with Cory Prewitt at Laurelwood Shopping Center, they struck a deal to move Iris into the former Grove Grill space there.

“It’s a much bigger restaurant that I think can catapult our company into new levels,” English says. “We’re going from a 12-seater to a restaurant

continue to delight. But expect a few twists from time to time.

“We’re not going to do anything that isn’t super specifically Catalan, with the caveat that we reserve the right to ‘Memphis’ anything that we want,” says English.

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he menu at Pantà comprises small, shareable plates, in the vein of tapas. As an example, English brings up patatas bravas, a traditional Spanish dish of fried potatoes dressed in several aiolis. But he has some unique ideas on that staple of Catalonian food. “There’s also a different version of that called a bomba Barceloneta,” says English,

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“which is the same idea, except they stuff braised meat in the mashed potatoes and they fry it. What we’re going to do is put Payne’s barbecue inside of these mashed potatoes. So we’re really looking to put a lot of Memphis’ fingerprints on it. But our menu will be fresh, it will be vibrant. We’re going to have a lot of seafood. There will be a lot of vegetable-driven plates.

We’ve only got a couple dishes on the menu that use red meat.”

Many of the small plates recall the fresh fish and vegetables that are commonly found in Catalonia’s Mediterranean cuisine. Peix cru utilizes the best fresh fish that the restaurant can find at any time, chilies, tarragon, and hazelnuts, and is enhanced by a combination of citrus and lime that reacts with burnt butter to let the fish melt in your mouth.

The secreto a la plantxa uses pork from the outside of the shoulder — resulting in an ultra tender cut that boasts an impressive standalone flavor — and combines that with crushed olives, leeks, chilies, and almonds. And to tick the gamey box, order the entrepá de anec a les landes: harissa roasted duck tucked between thick slices of crispy baguette bread. The sandwich includes inspiration from the region’s long standing culinary connection to North Africa, incorporating a spicy Tunisian harissa sauce and decked with chermoula slaw, a tangy, sometimes sour marinade used in Moroccan cooking, and which commonly boasts a variety of flavors like garlic, cumin, coriander, and lemon juice. For an added artistic touch, each plate is served on locally made dishware from Brit McDaniel’s Paper&Clay pottery studio.

But the small plates are just part of the experience at Pantà.

English and his team want the restaurant to be known as a late-night hangout hotspot, with a bar that stays open until midnight. That means quality cocktails. Manager Aaron Ivory, who also tends bar, is out to make each night memorable for each guest, whether they’re popping in for dinner, or just

Peix Cru, made with fresh fish, citrus, burnt butter, tarragon, jalapeños, and hazelnuts. for a drink after a late night at the theater.

“When Kelly first approached me, he described my position as being the ‘vibesetter’ for the bar,” laughs Ivory. “I’ll be curating the music, and just kind of creating an atmosphere where people always want to come out and have a good time. I envision it as a place you can go before or after dinner, have it be the centerpiece of your night, or just a stop along the way. Either way, it will be a place where you can come and take it easy, and just take a load off your shoulders.”

To come up with Pantà’s list of specialty cocktails, Ivory collaborated with bartending partner Morgan McKinney, formerly of Bari and the owner of Best Shot Co. One signature example is the Fiona. Horchata, a milky drink usually made from rice or nuts, gives the cocktail a creamy core with an eggnog-like consistency, and is mixed with Spanish brandy, créme de menthe, and cream.

But Ivory’s favorite is the “Naked Dragon” cocktail created by McKinney: “It mixes reposado tequila, some aperol, chili-infused yellow chartreuse, and lime juice. The dragon is kind of our mascot here.” And beyond cocktails, beverage director Larin Culp has curated a list of Spanish wines, while Pantà also hosts an extensive gin-and-tonic program.

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he Pantà concept is elevated by the bright colors and whimsical decor that

entrances guests with its bold design choices. That’s all thanks to designer David Quarles IV, who was hired to transform the physical space. “Coming in, I know Kelly told me that they wanted a place where everyone felt welcome,” says Quarles. “It needed to be a place that kind of transported you out of Memphis a little bit. So I used the colors of Spain, and Barcelona, a lot to inspire the design.”

Quarles asked English to come up with some of his inspirations, in terms of both art and architecture. “I always ask my clients to come up with a mood board, so we put together designs and styles that they want to see in their space.”

The team kept going back to Antoni Gaudí, and eventually settled on the modernist Casa Vicens building in Barcelona as inspiration. “We looked up the color inspiration there, the lines that are in his architecture, and used that as the base. We started with the main dining room. The colors in the wallpaper there are echoed in every single element outside of that space. I just wanted to really provide a visual experience for anyone who came in. You’re not overwhelmed, but you now have a problem choosing where you want to sit first.”

Quarles calls the overall design a colorful Memphis interpretation of art nouveau. And some of the design aspects are actually interchangeable. He points to the colorful cushions that adorn each dining chair.

“None of them match,” he says.

“But they all go together. So if they get moved around from table to table, to different spots, it won’t matter, because they all go together.”

But perhaps the pièce de resistance is the Dragon Room, which pays homage to the restaurant’s logo. The room contains a large dragon mural painted by Frances Berry and also boasts mirrors that Quarles’ team have sourced from local shops. “The wall of mirrors mimics a restaurant that Kelly had on his mood board. We’ve been finding them in Germantown, Collierville, Facebook Marketplace. They’ll be lit up with LEDs and are going to look amazing.”

Pantà’s magical Iberian design offers a distinct experience in the Memphis dining scene.

The main dining room at Pantà bursts with bright colors.

And whether it’s a Catalan dish in the evening or a colorful cocktail at the end of the night, the restaurant should quickly elevate itself to a buzzing Midtown hotspot.

“I just wanted to capture the culture of Catalonia,” says English. “They live and exist in the way that they naturally do, and there’s no airs to put on. This is one of the greatest joys of my professional life.”

Pantà, located at 2146 Monroe, is open from 6 p.m. to midnight Th ursday-Saturday, and open from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. for Sunday siesta service.

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FERRARO’S PIZZERIA & PUB—Rigatoni and tortellini are among the pasta entrees here, along with pizzas (whole or by the slice) with a variety of toppings. 111 Jackson. 522-2033. L, D, X, $ FISHBOWL AT THE PYRAMID—Burgers, fish dishes, sandwiches, and more served in a unique “underwater” setting. Bass Pro, 1 Bass Pro Drive, 291-8000. B, L, D, X, $-$$ emphis magazine offers this curated restaurant listing as a service FLIGHT RESTAURANT & WINE BAR—Serves steaks and seafood, along with such specialties as bison ribeye and to our readers. Broken down alphabetically by neighborhoods, this directory does Muscovy duck, all matched with appropriate wines. 39 S. not list every restaurant in town. It does, however, include the magazine’s “Top 50” choices Main. 521-8005. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ of must-try restaurants in Memphis, a group that is updated every August. Establishments FLYING FISH—Serves up fried and grilled versions of shrimp, crab, oysters, fish tacos, and catfish; also chicken and burgers. 105 S. open less than a year are not eligible for “Top 50” but are noted as “New.” This guide also Second. 522-8228. L, D, X, $-$$ includes a representative sampling of other Bluff City eating establishments. No fast-food GOOD FORTUNE CO.—Authentic handcrafted noodles, facilities or cafeterias are listed. Restaurants are included regardless of whether they advertise ramen, and dumplings. 361 S. Main. 561-306-4711. in Memphis magazine; those that operate in multiple locations are listed under the neighborhood L, D, $-$$ THE GENRE—Burgers, tenders, catfish, and plenty of of their original location. This guide is updated regularly, but we recommend that you call vegan options made to order at this music-themed restauahead to check on hours, prices, or other details. Suggestions from readers are welcome; please rant/lounge. 200 Poplar, Suite 105. 410-8169. B, L, D, $-$$ contact Samuel X. Cicci at scicci@contemporary-media.com.

THE GRAY CANARY—The sixth restaurant from chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman, offering small plates and CAPRICCIO GRILL ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE—Offers prime entrees cooked on an open flame. Oysters, octopus, and DOWNTOWN steaks, fresh seafood (lobster tails, grouper, mahi mahi), pasta, hearty steaks are among the menu options at this eatery in Old 117 PRIME—Restaurateurs Craig Blondis and Roger Sapp team and several Northern Italian specialties. 149 Union, The Peabody.

Dominick Distillery. Closed Mon. 301 S. Front. 466-6324. D, WB, X, up with Chef Ryan Trimm to recreate the traditional American 529-4199. B, L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$$ MRA, $-$$$ steakhouse. Serving oysters on the half shell and a variety of surf CAROLINA WATERSHED—This indoor/outdoor eatery, set GRECIAN GOURMET TAVERNA—Serves traditional favorites like and turf options. 117 Union. 433-9851. L, D, WB, X, $-$$$ around silos, features reimagined down-home classics, including spanakopita, pastitso, moussaka, and hand-rolled dolmathes, as well ALDO’S PIZZA PIES—Serving gourmet pizzas — fried green tomatoes with smoked catfish, a buttermilk fried as lamb sliders and pita nachos. Closed Mon. 412 S. Main. 249-6626. including Mr. T Rex — salads, and more. Also 30 beers, chicken sandwich, burgers, and more. Closed Mon.-Thurs. 141 E. L, D, X, $ bottled or on tap. 100 S. Main. 577-7743; 752 S. Cooper.

Carolina. 321-5553. L, D, WB, $-$$ GUS’S WORLD FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN—Serves 725-7437. L, D, X, $-$$ CATHERINE & MARY’S—A variety of pastas, grilled chicken with signature spicy batter, along with homemade THE ARCADE—Possibly Memphis’ oldest cafe. quail, pâté, razor clams, and monkfish are among the beans, slaw, and pies. 310 S. Front. 527-4877; 215 S. Center St. Specialties include sweet potato pancakes, a fried peanut dishes served at this Italian restaurant in the Chisca. 272 (Collierville). 853-6005; 2965 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 373butter and banana sandwich, and breakfast served all S. Main. 254-8600. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ 9111; 730 S. Mendenhall. 767-2323; 505 Highway 70 W., Mason, TN. day. 540 S. Main. 526-5757. B, L, D (Thurs.-Sat.), X, MRA, $ CHEF TAM’S UNDERGROUND CAFE—Serves Southern 901-294-2028. L, D, X, MRA, $ AUTOMATIC SLIM’S—Longtime Downtown favorite specializes staples with a Cajun twist. Menu items include totchoes, jerk HAPPY MEXICAN—Serves quesadillas, burritos, chimichangas, in contemporary American cuisine emphasizing local ingredients; wings, fried chicken, and “muddy” mac and cheese. Closed Sun. vegetable and seafood dishes, and more. 385 S. Second. 529-9991; also extensive martini list. 83 S. Second. 525-7948. L, D, WB, X, and Mon. 668 Union Ave. 207-6182. L, D, $ 6080 Primacy Pkwy. 683-0000; 7935 Winchester. 751-5353. L, D, X, $ MRA, $-$$$ CHEZ PHILIPPE—Classical/contemporary French HU. ROOF—Rooftop cocktail bar with superb city views serves toasts BACKLOT SANDWICH SHOP—Big sandwiches, cuisine presented in a luxurious atmosphere with a with a variety of toppings including beef tartare with cured egg, breakfast bowls, and build-your-own-biscuits for breakseasonal menu focused on local/regional cuisine. The cognac, and capers or riced cauliflower with yellow curry, currants, fast, lunch, and an early supper. 265 S. Front St. 509-8612. crown jewel of The Peabody for 35 years. Afternoon tea served and almonds. Also salads, fish tacos, and boiled peanut hummus. 79 B, L, D, $ Wed.-Sat., 1-3:30 p.m. (reservations required). Closed Sun.-Tues.

Madison. 333-1229. D, $ BARDOG TAVERN—Classic American grill with Italian influence, The Peabody, 149 Union. 529-4188. D, X, MRA, $$$$ HUSTLE & DOUGH BAKERY & CAFE—Flaky, baked breakfast Bardog offers pasta specialties such as Grandma’s NJ Meatballs, as CIMAS—It’s breakfast tacos, shrimp and grits, chilaqgoodness every day with fresh pastries, sandwiches, and more at well as salads, sliders, sandwiches, and daily specials. 73 Monroe. uiles verdes, and plenty of other Southern and LatinArrive Hotel. 477 S. Main St., 701-7577. B, L, X, $ 275-8752. B (Mon.-Fri.), L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ American twists at the Hyatt Centric. 33 Beale St. ITTA BENA—Southern and Cajun-American cuisine served here, BEDROCK EATS & SWEETS—Memphis’ only Paleo-centric 444-3232. B, L, D, $-$$$ conveniently located above B.B. King’s Blues DINING SYMBOLS restaurant, offering such dishes as pot roast, waffles, enchiladas, THE CLOVER CLUB— Club on Beale St.; specialties are duck and chicken salad, omelets, and more. Closed for dinner Sun. 327 S. Southern fusion and internawaffles and shrimp and grits, along with B — breakfast Main. 409-6433. B, L, D, X, $-$$ tionally-inspired small plates at steaks, chops, seafood, and pasta. 145 Beale L — lunch BELLE TAVERN—Serving elevated bar food, including a butcher Hotel Indigo. 22 N. B.B. King. Opening St. 578-3031. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ board with a variety of meats and cheeses, as well as daily specials. soon.

D — dinner KING & UNION BAR GROCERY—Classic 117 Barboro Alley. 249-6580. L (Sun.), D, MRA, $ COZY CORNER—Serving up SB — Sunday brunch Southern favorites including catfish plate, BEN YAY’S GUMBO SHOP—Spiritual successor to DejaVu, ribs, pork sandwiches, chicken, WB — weekend brunch pimento cheese, po-boys, chicken & waffles. offering fresh and authentic Creole staples. 51 S. Main St., 779-4125. spaghetti, and more; also X— wheelchair accessible Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with L, D, X, $-$$ homemade banana pudding. Closed cocktails served with flair and favorite MRA — member, Memphis BISHOP—Ticer and Hudman’s newest venture at the Central Mon. 745 N. Parkway and Manassas.

Memphis beers. Locally made confections Restaurant Association Station Hotel features upscale dishes in a French brasserie style. 545 527-9158. L, D, $ available in the grocery. 185 Union Ave. $ — under $15 per person without S. Main St., 524-5247. L, D, X, $$-$$$ CURFEW—An elevated sports 523-8500. B, L, D, $-$$ BLEU—This eclectic restaurant features American food with global bar/American tavern concept by drinks or desserts KOOKY CANUCK—Offers prime rib, influences and local ingredients. Among the specialties are a 14-oz.

Top Chef contestant Fabio Viviani $$ — under $25 catfish, and burgers, including the 4-lb. bone-in rib-eye and several seafood dishes. 221 S. Third, in the at the Canopy Memphis Downtown hotel. $$$ — $26-$50 “Kookamonga”; also late-night menu. 87 Westin Memphis Beale St. Hotel. 334-5950. B, L, D, WB, X, MRA, 164 Union Ave. B, L, D, X, $-$$ $$$$ — over $50 S. Second. 578-9800; 1250 N. Germantown $$-$$$ EVELYN & OLIVE—Jamaican/ Pkwy. 1-800-2453 L, D, X, MRA, $-$$$ BLUEFIN RESTAURANT & SUSHI LOUNGE—Serves Southern fusion cuisine includes such LITTLE BETTIE—New Haven-style pizzas and snacks from Japanese fusion cuisine featuring seafood and steak, with dishes as Kingston stew fish, Rasta Pasta, and jerk rib-eye. the Andrew-Michael team at Wiseacre’s Downtown location. seasonally changing menu; also a sushi bar. 135 S. Main. 528-1010.

Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun.-Mon. 630 Madison.

398 S. B.B. King Blvd. 334-9411. L, D, $-$$ L, D, X, $-$$ 748-5422. L, D, X, $ THE LITTLE TEA SHOP—Downtown institution serves BRASS DOOR IRISH PUB—Irish and New-American cuisine FAM—Casual Asian restaurant serves sushi rice bowls, noodle up Southern comfort cooking, including meatloaf and such includes such entrees as fish and chips, burgers, shepherd’s pie, bowls, sushi rolls, and spring rolls. Closed Sun. 149 Madison; 521 S. veggies as turnip greens, yams, okra, and tomatoes. Closed all-day Irish breakfast, and more. 152 Madison. 572-1813. L, D, SB, Highland. 701-6666. L, D, X, $ Sat.-Sun. 69 Monroe. 525-6000, L, X, $ $-$$ FELICIA SUZANNE’S—Southern cuisine with LOCAL—Entrees with a focus on locally sourced products include

BY THE BREWERY—Breakfast and lunch café, with a low-country, Creole, and Delta influences, using lobster mac-and-cheese and rib-eye patty melt; menu differs by focus on Southern-style biscuits, salads, and soups. 496 regional fresh seafood, local beef, and locally grown location. 95 S. Main. 473-9573; 2126 Madison. 725-1845. L, D, WB, X, Tennessee St. 310-4341. B, L, $ foods. Entrees include shrimp and grits. Closed Sun. and Mon. A $-$$ CAFE KEOUGH—European-style cafe serving quiche, paninis, Downtown staple at Brinkley Plaza, 80 Monroe, Suite L1. 523LOFLIN YARD—Beer garden and restaurant serves vegetarian fare salads, and more. 12 S. Main. 509-2469. B, L, D, X, $ 0877. L (Fri. only), D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ and smoked-meat dishes, including beef brisket and pork tenderloin,

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249-3046. L (Sat. and Sun.), D, MRA, $-$$ LONGSHOT—Chef David Todd has something for everyone with a wide variety of international fusion dishes, and a side of shuffleboard. 477 S. Main. D, $-$$ THE LOOKOUT AT THE PYRAMID—Serves seafood and Southern fare, including cornmeal-fried oysters, sweet tea brined chicken, and elk chops. 1 Bass Pro Dr. 620-4600/291-8200. L, D, X, $-$$$ LUCY’S—Hu. Hotel’s downstairs diner serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start your day with a Hu. breakfast burrito, or Lucy’s Burger for a late night bite 3 S. Main. 333-1200. B, L, D, X, $-$$ LUNA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE—Serving a limited menu of breakfast and lunch items. Dinner entrees include citrus glaze salmon and Cajun stuffed chicken. 179 Madison (Hotel Napoleon). 526-0002.

B, D (Mon.-Sat.), X, $-$$$ MACIEL’S—Entrees include tortas, fried taco plates, quesadillas, chorizo and pastor soft tacos, salads, and more.

Downtown closed Sun. 45 S. Main. 526-0037, X, MRA, $ THE MAJESTIC GRILLE, DBA COCOZZA—It’s red sauce, all the time in the Majestic Grille space on Main.

Variety of Italian dishes for curbside and takeout orders. 145 S. Main. 522-8555. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ McEWEN’S—Southern/American cuisine with international flavors; specialties include steak and seafood, sweet potato-crusted catfish with macaroni and cheese, and more.

Closed Sun., Monroe location. 120 Monroe. Temporarily closed for renovations. 527-7085; 1110 Van Buren (Oxford). 662-234-7003. L, D, SB (Oxford only), X, MRA, $$-$$$ MESQUITE CHOP HOUSE—The focus here is on steaks, including prime fillet, rib-eyes, and prime-aged New York strip; also, some seafood options. 5960 Getwell (Southaven). 662-890-2467; 88 Union. 527-5337; 3165 Forest Hill-Irene (Germantown). 249-5661. D, SB (Germantown), X, $$-$$$ MOLLIE FONTAINE LOUNGE—Specializes in tapas (small plates) featuring global cuisine. Closed Sun.-Tues. 679 Adams Ave. 524-1886.

D, X, MRA, $ MOMMA’S ROADHOUSE—This diner and dive at Highway 55 serves up hot and crispy fried chicken wings, among other solid bar food options. 855 Kentucky. 207-5111. L, D, MRA, $ THE NINE THAI & SUSHI—Serving authentic Thai dishes, including curries, as well as a variety of sushi rolls. Closed for lunch Sat. and Sun. 121 Union. 208-8347. L, D, X, $-$$ THE PARAMOUNT—Fried green tomato and crab beignet small plates to grilled lamb loin, cowboy ribeye, and an extensive cocktail list. Closed Sun/Mon. 265 S. Front. 4108169. D, $-$$$$ PAULETTE’S—Presents fine dining with a Continental flair, including such entrees as filet Paulette with butter cream sauce and crabmeat and spinach crepes; also changing daily specials and great views. River Inn. 50 Harbor Town Square. 260-3300.

B, L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ PEARL’S OYSTER HOUSE—Downtown eatery serving seafood, including oysters, crawfish, and stuffed butterfly shrimp, as well as beef, chicken, and pasta dishes. 299 S. Main. 522-9070; 8106 Cordova Center Dr. (Cordova). 425-4797. L, D, SB, X, $-$$$ PONTOTOC LOUNGE—Upscale restaurant and jazz bar serves such starters as alligator filet fritters; entrees include Mississippi pot roast with jalapeño cornbread and tagliatelle with braised beef. 314 S. Main. 207-7576. D, X, $-$$ RAW GIRLS—Raw and hot plant-based food alongside cold-pressed juices made from seasonal, locally grown sources. Closed Sun. 150 Peabody Pl., Suite 118. 207-5463. B, L, D, $-$$ REGINA’S—New Orleans-inspired eatery offering po’boys, Cajun nachos topped with crawfish tails, catfish platters, oysters, and more.

Closed Mon. 60 N. Main. 730-0384. B, L, D, SB, X, $-$$ RENDEZVOUS, CHARLES VERGOS’—Menu items include barbecued ribs, cheese plates, skillet shrimp, red beans and rice, and Greek salads. Closed Sun.-Mon. 52 S. Second. 523-2746. L (Fri.-Sat.), D, X, $-$$ RIZZO’S DINER—Chorizo meatloaf, lobster pronto puff, and lamb belly tacos are menu items at this upscale diner.

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304-6985. L (Fri.-Sat.), D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ SABOR CARIBE—Serving up “Caribbean flavors” with dishes from Colombia, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. Closed Sunday. 662 Madison. 949-8100. L, D, X, $ SAGE—Restaurant and lounge features daily lunch specials and tapas with such dishes as braised short ribs, teriyaki pulled pork, and the Sage burger made with Angus beef, avocado mash, fried egg, and flash-fried sage. 94 S. Main. 672-7902. L, D, WB, X, $-$$

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SILLY GOOSE LOUNGE—Gourmet, wood-fired pizzas and hand-crafted cocktails at this Downtown restaurant and lounge.

150 Peabody Place, Suite 111. 435-6915. L, D, X, $ SLEEP OUT LOUIE’S—Oyster bar with such specialties as chargrilled Roquefort oysters and gulf oysters on the half shell with Prosecco mignonette; also serves flatbread pizzas and a variety of sandwiches. 150 Peabody Place, Suite 111. 707-7180. L, D, X, $ SOUTH MAIN SUSHI & GRILL—Serving sushi, nigiri, and more. 520 S. Main. 249-2194. L, D, X, $ SOB—Elevated gastropub that serves favorites like general Tso’s cauliflower or duck fried rice. 345 S. Main. 526-0388. L, D, WB, X, $-$$ SUGAR GRITS— Who said breakfast has to be in the morning? The Westmorelands offer grits and other breakfast goodness all day long, in addition to other Southernstyle lunch and dinner options. 150 Peabody Pl., Suite 111.

249-5206. B, L, D, $-$$ SUNRISE MEMPHIS—From the owners of Sweet Grass and Central BBQ. Serves breakfast all day, including house-made biscuits, frittatas, kielbasa or boudin plates, and breakfast platters.

670 Jefferson. 552-3144. B, L, X, MRA, $ TERRACE—Creative American and Continental cuisine includes such dishes as filet mignon, beef or lamb sliders, chicken satay, and mushroom pizzetta. Rooftop, River Inn of Harbor Town, 50 Harbor Town Square. 260-3366. D, X, MRA, $$ TEXAS DE BRAZIL—Serves beef, pork, lamb, and chicken dishes, and Brazilian sausage; also a salad bar with extensive toppings. 150 Peabody Place, Suite 103. 526-7600. L (Wed.-Fri.), D, SB, X, $$-$$$ TUG’S—Famous for New Orleans gumbo, fabulous burgers, fried thin catfish, and specialty pancakes. Now serving Grisanti Crafted Pizza. 51 Harbor Town Square. 260-3344. B, L, D, WB, X, $$-$$$ THE VAULT—Oysters, shrimp beignets, flatbreads, stuffed cornish hen, and Smash Burger featured on “Late Nite Eats” are among the dishes offered at this Creole/Italian fusion eatery. 124 G.E. Patterson. 591-8000. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ WAHLBURGERS WILD—Wahlburgers brings its classic menu, but with a few gamey twists at the Bass Pro Pyramid. 1 Bass Pro Drive. B, L, D, $-$$ WESTY’S—Extensive menu includes a variety of wild rice dishes, sandwiches, plate lunches, and hot fudge pie. 346 N. Main.

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MIDTOWN (INCLUDES THE MEDICAL CENTER) ABYSSINIA RESTAURANT—Ethiopian/Mediterranean menu includes beef, chicken, lamb, fish entrees, and vegetarian dishes; also a lunch buffet. 2600 Poplar. 321-0082. L, D, X, $-$$ ALCHEMY—Southern fusion, locally grown cuisine features small and large plates; among the offerings are pan-seared hanger steak, quail, and lamb chops; also handcrafted cocktails and local craft beers. 940 S. Cooper. 726-4444. D, SB, X, $-$$ ART BAR—Inventive cocktails feature locally foraged ingredients; snacks include house-cured salt & vinegar potato chips and herb-roasted olives. Closed Mon. 1350 Concourse Avenue #280.

507-8030. D, X, $ BABALU TACOS & TAPAS—This eatery dishes up Spanish-style tapas with Southern flair; also taco and enchilada of the day; specials change daily. 2115 Madison. 274-0100; 6450 Poplar, 4108909. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ BACK DO / MI YARD—A revamped patio space behind The Beauty Shop features rotisserie meats and fishes via Brazilian-style outdoor grill. Dinner Wednesday-Saturday, weather permitting.

966 S. Cooper, 272-7111. D, X, $$ BAR DKDC—Features an ever-changing menu of international “street food,” from Thai to Mexican, Israeli to Indian, along with specialty cocktails. 964 S. Cooper. 272-0830. D, X, MRA, $ BAR KEOUGH—It’s old-school eats and cocktails at the new Cooper-Young neighborhood corner bar by Kevin Keough. 247 Cooper St. D, X, $ BAR-B-Q SHOP—Dishes up barbecued ribs, spaghetti, bologna; also pulled pork shoulder, Texas toast barbecue sandwich, chicken sandwich, and salads. Closed Sun. 1782 Madison. 272-1277. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ BARI RISTORANTE ENOTECA—Authentic Southeastern Italian cuisine (Puglia) emphasizes lighter entrees. Serves fresh fish and beef dishes and a homemade soup of the day. 524 Cooper.

722-2244. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ BARKSDALE RESTAURANT—Old-school diner serving breakfast and Southern plate lunches. 237 S. Cooper. 722-2193. B, L, D, X, $

BAYOU BAR & GRILL—New Orleans fare at this Overton Square eatery includes jambalaya, gumbo, catfish Acadian, shrimp dishes, red beans and rice, and muffalettas. 2094 Madison. 278-8626. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ BEAUTY SHOP—Modern American cuisine with international flair served in a former beauty shop. Serves steaks, salads, pasta, and seafood, including pecancrusted golden sea bass. Perennial “Best Brunch” winner. Closed for dinner Sunday. 966 S. Cooper. 272-7111. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ BELLY ACRES—At this festive Overton Square eatery, milkshakes, floats, and burgers rule. Burgers are updated with contemporary toppings like grilled leeks, braised tomatoes, and sourdough or brioche buns. 2102 Trimble Pl. 529-7017. L, D, X, $ BOSCOS—Tennessee’s first craft brewery serves a variety of freshly brewed beers as well as wood-fired oven pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and sandwiches. 2120 Madison. 432-2222. L, D, SB (with live jazz), X, MRA, $-$$ BOUNTY ON BROAD—Offering family-style dining, Bounty serves small plates and family-sized platters, with such specialties as chicken-fried quail and braised pork shank. 2519 Broad. 410-8131. L (Sat. and Sun.), D (Mon.-Sat.), SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ BROADWAY PIZZA—Serving a variety of pizzas, including the Broadway Special, as well as sandwiches, salads, wings, and soul-food specials. 2581 Broad. 454-7930; 627 S. Mendenhall.

207-1546. L, D, X, $-$$ CAFE 1912—French/American bistro owned by culinary pioneer Glenn Hays serving such seafood entrees as seared sea scallops with charred cauliflower purée and chorizo cumin sauce; also crepes, salads, and onion soup gratinée.

243 S. Cooper. 722-2700. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ CAFE BROOKS BY CITY & STATE—Serving grab-and-go pastries, as well as lunch items. Menu includes soups, salads, and sandwiches, such as the Modern Reuben and Grown-Up Grilled Cheese. 1934 Poplar (Memphis Brooks Museum of Art). 544-6200.

B, L, X, $ CAFE ECLECTIC—Omelets and chicken and waffles are among menu items, along with quesadillas, sandwiches, wraps, and burgers. Menu varies by location. 603 N. McLean. 725-1718; 111 Harbor Town Square. 590-4645. B, L, D, SB, X, MRA, $ CAFE OLÉ—This eatery specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine; one specialty is the build-your-own quesadilla. 959 S. Cooper.

343-0103. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ CAFE PALLADIO—Serves gourmet salads, soups, sandwiches, and desserts in a tea room inside the antiques shop. Closed Sun. 2169 Central. 278-0129. L, X, $ CAFE SOCIETY—With Belgian and classic French influences, serves Wagyu beef, chicken, and seafood dishes, including bacon-wrapped shrimp, along with daily specials and vegetarian entrees. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 212 N. Evergreen. 722-2177. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ CELTIC CROSSING—Specializes in Irish and American pub fare.

Entrees include shepherd’s pie, shrimp and sausage coddle, and fish and chips. 903 S. Cooper. 274-5151. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ CENTRAL BBQ—Serves ribs, smoked hot wings, pulled pork sandwiches, chicken, turkey, nachos, and portobello sandwiches. Offers both pork and beef barbecue. 2249 Central Ave. 272-9377; 4375 Summer Ave. 767-4672; 147 E. Butler. 672-7760 ; 6201 Poplar. 417-7962. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ COMPLICATED PILGRIM—Quick serve coffee shop, bar, and restaurant all in one at The Memphian hotel. 21 S. Cooper St. 601-909-5820. B, L, D, $-$$ THE COVE—Nautical-themed restaurant and bar serving oysters, pizzas, and more. The Stoner Pie, with tamales and fritos, is a popular dish. 2559 Broad. 730-0719. L, D, $ THE CRAZY NOODLE—Korean noodle dishes range from bibam beef noodle with cabbage, carrots, and other vegetables, to curry chicken noodle; also rice cakes served in a flavorful sauce. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 2015 Madison.

272-0928. L, D, X, $ THE DOGHOUZZ—It’s both bark and bite at the Doghouzz, which pairs a variety of gourmet hot dogs alongside local craft beer and one of the city’s most extensive whiskey selections. Open for lunch, dinner, and late-night. Closed Sunday. 1349 Autumn Ave. 207-7770. L, D, X, $ ECCO—Mediterranean-inspired specialties range from rib-eye steak to seared scallops to housemade pastas and a grilled vegetable plate; also a Saturday brunch. Closed Sun.-Mon. 1585 Overton Park. 410-8200. B, L, D, X, $-$$ FABIOLA’S KITCHEN—Longtime caterer Fabiola Francis serves up burgers, tacos, fish, and much more.

1353 Jackson Ave. B, L, $

FARM BURGER—Serves grass-fed, freshly ground, locally sourced burgers; also available with chicken, pork, or veggie quinoa patties, with such toppings as aged white cheddar, kale coleslaw, and roasted beets. 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 175. 800-1851. L, D, X, $ FINO’S ITALIAN DELI & CATERING—The newly revived Fino’s offers the old favorites such as the Acquisto as well as a new breakfast menu. 1853 Madison. 272-FINO. B, L, D, X, $ FLAME RAMEN—Traditional Japanese ramen restaurant serving up bowls of noodles in Midtown. 1838 Union Ave. 779-8666. D, $-$$ FRIDA’S—Mexican cuisine and Tex-Mex standards, including chimichangas, enchiladas, and fajitas; seafood includes shrimp and tilapia. 1718 Madison. 244-6196. L, D, X, $-$$ GLOBAL CAFÉ—This international food hall hosts three immigrant/ refugee food entrepreneurs serving Venezuelan, Sudanese, and Syrian cuisines. Samosas, shawarma, and kabobs are among the menu items.

Closed Mon. 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 157. L, D, X, MRA, $ GOLDEN INDIA—Northern Indian specialties include tandoori chicken as well as lamb, beef, shrimp, and vegetarian dishes. 2097 Madison. 728-5111. L, D, X, $-$$ GROWLERS—Sports bar and eatery serves standard bar fare in addition to pasta, tacos, chicken and waffles, and light options. 1911 Poplar. 244-7904. L, D, X, $-$$ HATTIE B’S—Fried chicken spot features “hot chicken” with a variety of heat levels; from no heat to “shut the cluck up” sauce. Sides include greens, pimento mac-and-cheese, and black-eyed pea salad. 596 S. Cooper. 424-5900. L, D, X, $ HM DESSERT LOUNGE—Serving cake, pie, and other desserts, as well as a selection of savory dishes, including meatloaf and mashed potato “cupcakes.” Closed Monday. 1586 Madison. 290-2099. L, D, X, $ HUEY’S—This family-friendly restaurant offers 13 different burgers, a variety of sandwiches, and delicious soups and salads. 1927 Madison. 726-4372; 1771 N. Germantown Pkwy.

(Cordova). 754-3885; 77 S. Second (Downtown). 527-2700; 2130 W. Poplar (Collierville). 854-4455; 7090 Malco Blvd. (Southaven). 662-3497097; 7825 Winchester. 624-8911; 4872 Poplar. 682-7729; 7677 Farmington Blvd. (Germantown). 318-3030; 8570 Highway 51 N. (Millington). 873-5025. L, D, X, MRA, $ IMAGINE VEGAN CAFE—Dishes at this fully vegan restaurant range from salads and sandwiches to full dinners, including eggplant parmesan and “beef” tips and rice; breakfast all day Sat. and Sun. 2158 Young. 654-3455. L, D, WB, X, $ INDIA PALACE—Tandoori chicken, lamb shish kabobs, and chicken tikka masala are among the entrees; also, vegetarian options and a daily all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. 1720 Poplar.

278-1199. L, D, X, $-$$ INSPIRE COMMUNITY CAFE—Serving breakfast all day, in addition to quesadillas, rice bowls, and more for lunch and dinner. 510 Tillman, Suite 110. 509-8640. B, L, D, X, $ LAFAYETTE’S MUSIC ROOM—Serves such Southern cuisine as po’boys, shrimp and grits, and wood-fired pizzas. 2119 Madison.

207-5097. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ LBOE—Gourmet burger joint serves locally sourced ground beef burgers, with options like the Mac-N-Cheese Burger and Caprese. Black bean and turkey patties available. 2021 Madison. 725-0770. L, D, X, $ THE LIQUOR STORE—Renovated liquor store turned diner serves all-day breakfast, sandwiches, and entrees such as Salisbury steak and smothered pork chops. Closed for dinner Sun.-Mon. 2655 Broad.

405-5477. B, L, D, X, $-$$ LITTLE ITALY—Serving New York-style pizza as well as subs and pasta dishes. 1495 Union. 725-0280; L, D, X, $-$$ MARDI GRAS MEMPHIS—Fast-casual establishment serving Cajun fare, including an etouffee-stuffed po’boy. Closed Mon.-Tues. 496 N. Watkins. 530-6767. L, D, X, $-$$ MAXIMO’S ON BROAD—Serving a tapas menu that features creative fusion cuisine; entrees include veggie paella and fish of the day. Closed Mon. 2617 Broad Ave. 452-1111. D, SB, X, $-$$ MEMPHIS PIZZA CAFE—Homemade pizzas are specialties; also serves sandwiches, calzones, and salads. 2087 Madison. 726-5343; 5061 Park Ave. 684-1306; 7604 W. Farmington (Germantown). 753-2218; 797 W. Poplar (Collierville). 861-7800; 5627 Getwell (Southaven). 662-5361364. L, D, X, $-$$ MIDPOINTE FROM EDGE ALLEY—Edge Alley’s sister cafe at the Ballet Memphis headquarters focuses on freshness for its breakfast, lunch, and happy hour tapas. Closed Sunday-Monday. 2144 Madison Ave. 425-2605. B, L, X, $ MOLLY’S LA CASITA—Homemade tamales, fish tacos, a vegetarian combo, and bacon-wrapped shrimp are a few of the specialties. 2006 Madison. 726-1873. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ PANTÀ—Small, Catalan-inspired plates by Kelly English in the former Restaurant Iris space. 2146 Monroe Ave. Closed Mon.Wed. 590-2828. L, D, $-$$.

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PARISH GROCERY—Shrimp? Roast beef? Oysters?

Whatever type of po’boy you want, the New Orleansthemed eatery has got it. Closed Monday. 916 Cooper St. 207-4347. L, D, X, $-$$ PAYNE’S BAR-B-QUE—Opened in 1972, this family-owned barbecue joint serves ribs, smoked sausage, and chopped pork sandwiches with a standout mustard slaw and homemade sauce. About as down-to-earth as it gets. 1762 Lamar. 272-1523. L, D, $-$$ PIZZERIA TRASIMENO—Small pizzas baked in wood-fired clay ovens along with a selection of small salads. Menu is soon to include desserts, local beer on tap, and Umbrian wine. 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 181. 308-1113. L, D. $ PHO BINH—Vietnamese, vegetarian, and Cantonese specialties include lemon tofu and spring rolls. Closed Sunday. 1615 Madison.

276-0006. L, D, $ RAILGARTEN—Located in a former rail station space, this eatery offers breakfast items, a variety of salads and sandwiches, and such entrees as short rib mac-and-cheese and fish tacos. Also serves shakes, malts, floats, and cream sodas. 2166 Central. 231-5043. B, L, D, $-$$ RED FISH ASIAN BISTRO—In the former Nineteenth Century Club building, serves sushi, teriyaki, and hibachi. Specialties include yuzu filet mignon and Chilean sea bass. 1433 Union. 454-3926; 9915 Highway 64 (Lakeland). 729-7581; 6518 Goodman (Olive Branch).

662-874-5254. L, D, X, $-$$$ ROBATA RAMEN & YAKITORI BAR—Serves ramen noodle bowls and Yakitori skewers as well as rice and noodle dishes. 2116 Madison. 410-8290. L, D, X, $ SABROSURA—Serves Mexican and Cuban fare, including arroz tapada de pollo and steak Mexican. Closed Sun. 782 Washington.

421-8180. L, D, X, $-$$ SALT|SOY—Nick Scott and Brac McCarley team up to provide Southern and Asian-inspired dishes at this Japanese Izakaya. Closed Sunday, Monday. 2583 Broad Ave. 726-4444. D, $$

SALTWATER CRAB—Offers an array of seafood dishes including boils with blue crab, crab legs, lobster tails, and more, and specialty sushi like the Dynamite or Royal King rolls, in addition to signature sangrias and cocktails. 2059 Madison Ave. 922-5202. L, D, X, $$ THE SECOND LINE—Kelly English brings “relaxed Creole cuisine” to his newest eatery; serves a variety of po’boys and such specialties as barbecue shrimp, andouille shrimp, and pimento cheese fries. 2144 Monroe. 590-2829. L, D, WB, X, $-$$ SEKISUI—Japanese fusion cuisine, fresh sushi bar, grilled meats and seafood, California rolls, and vegetarian entrees. Poplar/Perkins location’s emphasis is on Pacific Rim cuisine. Menu and hours vary at each location. 25 Belvedere.

725-0005; 1884 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 309-8800; 4724 Poplar. 767-7770; 2130 W. Poplar (Collierville). 854-0622; 2990 KirbyWhitten (Bartlett). 377-2727; 6696 Poplar. 747-0001. L, D, X, $-$$$ STICKEM—Brick and mortar location for the popular food truck, which offers grilled meat on a stick. 1788 Madison.

Closed Sunday. 474-7214. L, D, X, $ STONE SOUP CAFE—Cooper-Young eatery serving soups, salads, quiche, meat-and-two specials; and daily specials such as Italian roast beef. Closed Monday. 993 S. Cooper. 922-5314. B, L, SB, X, $ SOUL FISH CAFE—Serving Southern-style soul food, tacos, and po’boys, including catfish, crawfish, oyster, shrimp, chicken, and smoked pork tenderloin. 862 S. Cooper. 725-0722; 3160 Village Shops Dr. (Germantown). 755-6988; 4720 Poplar. 590-0323. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ SWEET GRASS—Chef Ryan Trimm takes Southern cuisine to a new level. Low-country coastal cuisine includes such specialties as shrimp and grits. Closed Mon. Restaurant’s “sister,” Sweet Grass Next Door, open nightly, serves lunch Sat.-Sun. 937 S. Cooper. 278-0278. D, SB, X, $-$$$ TAMBOLI’S PASTA & PIZZA—Pasta-maker Miles Tamboli whips up Italian soul food with seasonal menus featuring dishes like crispy fried chicken or creamy bucatini with pecorino cheese.

Serves dinner Tuesday-Saturday. Pizza only menu after 9pm. 1761 Madison. 410-8866. D, X, $-$$ TAKASHI BISTRO—Fusion restaurant with an open kitchen that lets customers watch chefs prepare a variety of Japanese and Thai cuisine. 1680 Union Ave. Suite 109. 800-2936. L, D, $-$$.

TSUNAMI—Features Pacific Rim cuisine (Asia, Australia, South Pacific, etc.); also a changing “small plate” menu.

Chef Ben Smith is a Cooper-Young pioneer. Specialties include Asian nachos and roasted sea bass. Closed Sunday. 928 S. Cooper. 274-2556. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$

ZINNIE’S—Dive bar classic reopens with a makeover and signature Zinnaloni sandwich. 1688 Madison. 726-5004. L, D, X, $

SOUTH MEMPHIS (INCLUDES PARKWAY VILLAGE, FOX MEADOWS, SOUTH MEMPHIS, WINCHESTER, AND WHITEHAVEN)

COLETTA’S—Longtime eatery serves such specialties as homemade ravioli, lasagna, and pizza with barbecue or traditional toppings. 1063 S. Parkway E. 948-7652; 2850 Appling Rd. (Bartlett).

383-1122. L, D, X, $-$$ CURRY BOWL—Specializes in Southern Indian cuisine, serving Tandoori chicken, biryani, tikka masala, and more. Weekend buffet. 4141 Hacks Cross Rd. 207-6051. L, D, $ DELTA’S KITCHEN—The premier restaurant at The Guest House at Graceland serves Elvis-inspired dishes — like Nutella and Peanut Butter Crepes for breakfast — and upscale Southern cuisine — including lamb chops and shrimp and grits — for dinner. 3600 Elvis Presley Blvd. 443-3000. B, D, X, $-$$$ DWJ KOREAN BARBECUE—This authentic Korean eatery serves kimbap, barbecued beef short ribs, rice and noodles dishes, and hot pots and stews. 3750 Hacks Cross Rd., Suite 101. 746-8057; 2156 Young. 207-6204. L, D, $-$$ FABULOUS FLAVORS & FRIENDS—”The Candy Lady” Precious Thompson Jones comes up with a little bit of everything: omelettes, quesadillas, t-bones and waffles, and plenty of soul food. 2063 E. Brooks Rd. 314-0735. L, D, $ THE FOUR WAY—Legendary soul-food establishment dishing up such entrees as fried and baked catfish, chicken, and turkey and dressing, along with a host of vegetables and desserts. Around the corner from the legendary Stax Studio. Closed Monday. 998 Mississippi Blvd. 507-1519. L, D, $ HERNANDO’S HIDEAWAY–No one cares how late it gets; not at Hernando’s Hideaway. Live music, killer happy hour, and plenty of bar fare at this South Memphis hang. 3210 Old Hernando Rd. 917-982-1829.

L, D, $ INTERSTATE BAR-B-Q—Specialties include chopped pork-shoulder sandwiches, ribs, hot wings, spaghetti, chicken, and turkey. 2265 S. Third. 775-2304; 150 W. Stateline Rd. (Southaven).

662-393-5699. L, D, X, $-$$ JIM & SAMELLA’S—It’s a revolving menu of soul food delight from Chef Talbert Fleming, with anything from southern ribs to fried tamales. 841 Bullington Ave. 265-8761. L, D, X, $ LEONARD’S—Serves wet and dry ribs, barbecue sandwiches, spaghetti, catfish, homemade onion rings, and lemon icebox pie; also a lunch buffet. 5465 Fox Plaza. 360-1963. L, X, $-$$ MARLOWE’S—In addition to its signature barbecue and ribs, Marlowe’s serves Southern-style steaks, chops, lasagna, and more.

4381 Elvis Presley Blvd. 332-4159. D, X, MRA, $-$$ UNCLE LOU’S FRIED CHICKEN—Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives for good reason: fried chicken (mild, hot, or home-style); jumbo burgers four patties high; strawberry shortcake, and assorted fruit pies. 3633 Millbranch. 332-2367. L, D, X, MRA, $

SUMMER/BERCLAIR/ RALEIGH/BARTLETT

ASIAN PALACE—Chinese eatery serves seafood, vegetarian items, dim sum, and more. 5266 Summer Ave. 766-0831. L, D, X, $-$$ BISCUITS & JAMS—Biscuits, waffles, French toast, and plenty of sharables at this Bartlett breakfast spot. Closed Mon/Tue. 5806 Stage Rd. 672-7905. B, L, $ ELWOOD’S SHACK—Casual comfort food includes tacos, pizza, and sandwiches. Specialties include meats smoked in-house (chicken, turkey, brisket, pork), barbecue pizza, and steelhead trout tacos. 4523 Summer. 761-9898.

B, L, D, X, $ EXLINES’ BEST PIZZA—Serves pizza, Italian dinners, sandwiches, and salads. 6250 Stage Rd. 382-3433; 2935 Austin Peay.

388-4711; 2801 Kirby Parkway. 754-0202; 7730 Wolf River Blvd.

(Germantown). 753-4545; 531 W. Stateline Rd. 662-342-4544 (check online for additional locations). L, D, X, MRA, $ LA TAQUERIA GUADALUPANA—Fajitas and quesadillas are just a few of the authentic Mexican entrees offered here. A bona-fide Memphis institution. 4818 Summer. 685-6857; 5848 Winchester. 365-4992. L, D, $ LOTUS—Authentic Vietnamese-Asian fare, including lemon-grass chicken and shrimp, egg rolls, Pho soup, and spicy Vietnamese vermicelli. 4970 Summer.

682-1151. D, X, $

The Memphis Dining Guide MORTIMER’S—Contemporary American entrees include trout almondine, chicken dishes, and hand-cut steaks; also sandwiches, salads, and daily/nightly specials. A Memphis landmark since the Knickerbocker closed. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 590 N. Perkins. 761-9321. L, D, X, $-$$ NAGASAKI INN—Chicken, steak, and lobster are among the main courses; meal is cooked at your table. 3951 Summer. 4540320. D, X, $$ NAM KING—General Tso’s chicken, hot and sour soup, and homemade chicken wings are back at the longtime Raleigh Chinese eatery. 3624 Austin Peay Highway, #3. 373-4411. L, D, $-$$ PANDA GARDEN—Sesame chicken and broccoli beef are among the Mandarin and Cantonese entrees; also seafood specials and fried rice. Closed for lunch Saturday. 3735 Summer. 323-4819. L, D, X, $-$$ QUEEN OF SHEBA—Featuring Middle Eastern favorites and Yemeni dishes such as lamb haneeth and saltah. 4792 Summer.

207-4174. L, D, $ SIDE PORCH STEAK HOUSE—In addition to steak, the menu includes chicken, pork chops, and fish entrees; homemade rolls are a specialty. Closed Sun.-Mon. 5689 Stage Rd. 377-2484. D, X, $-$$ TORTILLERIA LA UNICA—Individual helping of Mexican street food, including hefty tamales, burritos, tortas, and sopes. 5015 Summer Ave. 685-0097. B, L, D, X, $

UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOOD DISTRICT (INCLUDES CHICKASAW

GARDENS AND HIGHLAND STRIP) A-TAN—Serves Chinese and Japanese hibachi cuisine, complete with sushi bar. A specialty is Four Treasures with garlic sauce. 3445 Poplar, Suite 17, University Center. 452-4477. L, D, X, $-$$$ THE BLUFF—New Orleans-inspired menu includes alligator bites, nachos topped with crawfish and andouille, gumbo, po’boys, and fried seafood platters. 535 S. Highland. 454-7771. L, D, X, $-$$ BROTHER JUNIPER’S—This little cottage is a breakfast mecca, offering specialty omelets, including the open-faced San Diegan omelet; also daily specials, and homemade breads and pastries. Closed Mon. 3519 Walker. 3240144. B, X, $ CHAR RESTAURANT—Specializing in modern Southern cuisine, this eatery offers homestyle sides, charbroiled steaks, and fresh seafood. 431 S. Highland, Suite 120. 249-3533. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ DERAE RESTAURANT—Ethiopian and Mediterranean fare includes fuul, or fava beans in spices and yogurt, goat meat and rice, and garlic chicken over basmati rice with cilantro chutney; also salmon and tilapia. Closed Monday. 923 S. Highland. 552-3992.

B, L, D, $-$$ EL PORTON—Fajitas, quesadillas, and steak ranchero are just a few of the menu items. 2095 Merchants Row (Germantown).

754-4268; 8361 Highway 64. 380-7877; 3448 Poplar (Poplar Plaza).

452-7330; 1805 N. Germantown Parkway (Cordova). 624-9358; 1016 W. Poplar (Collierville). 854-5770. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ JOES’ ON HIGHLAND—Specializes in fried chicken and comfort sides such as warm okra/green tomato salad and turnip greens. Entrees include salmon patties and chicken-fried steak. Closed Mon. 262 S. Highland. 337-7003. L, D, X, $ MEDALLION—Offers steaks, seafood, chicken, and pasta entrees.

Closed for dinner Sunday. 3700 Central, Holiday Inn (Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality). 678-1030. B, L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ OPEN FLAME—This authentic Persian and Mediterranean eatery specializes in shish kebabs as well as kosher and halal fare. 3445 Poplar. 207-4995. L, D, X, $ PLANT BASED HEAT—All of your favorite Southernstyle recipes, but deliciously transformed into a vegan format. Specialties include the spicy fye junt burger, or the chopped ‘n’ smoked bbq jackfruit sandwich. Closed Sun. 669 S. Highland St. L, D, $ SAM’S DELI—Everything from sandwiches to bibimbap bowls at this local favorite. Closed Mon/Tue. 643 S. Highland St. 454-5582.

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EAST MEMPHIS

(INCLUDES POPLAR/ I-240) ACRE—Features seasonal modern American cuisine in an avante-garde setting using locally sourced products; also small plates and enclosed garden patio. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. 690 S. Perkins. 818-2273. L, D, X, $$-$$$ ANDALUSIA— Authentic Moroccan cuisine, including tagines, brochettes, and briouates. 5101 Sanderlin Ave., Suite 103. 236-7784. L, D, $-$$ D E C E M B E R 2 0 2 1 • M E M P H I S M A G A Z I N E . C O M • 91

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AGAVOS COCINA & TEQUILA—Camaron de Tequila, tamales, kabobs, and burgers made with a blend of beef and chorizo are among the offerings at this tequila-centric restaurant and bar.

2924 Walnut Grove. 433-9345. L, D, X, $-$$ AMERIGO—Traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine includes pasta, wood-fired pizza, steaks, and cedarwood-roasted fish. 1239 Ridgeway, Park Place Mall. 761-4000. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ ANDREW MICHAEL ITALIAN KITCHEN— Traditional Italian cuisine with a menu from two of the city’s top chefs that changes seasonally with such entrees as Maw Maw’s ravioli. Closed Sun.-Mon. 712 W. Brookhaven Circle.

347-3569. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFE—Offering several varieties of eggs Benedict, waffles, omelets, pancakes, beignets, and other breakfast fare; also burgers, sandwiches, and salads. 6063 Park Ave. 729-7020; 65 S. Highland. 623-7122. B, L, WB, X, $ BANGKOK ALLEY—Thai fusion cuisine includes noodle and curry dishes, chef-specialty sushi rolls, coconut soup, and duck and seafood entrees. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. at Brookhaven location; call for hours. 715 W. Brookhaven Circle.

590-2585; 2150 W. Poplar at Houston Levee (Collierville). 854-8748.

L, D, X, $-$$ BENIHANA—This Japanese steakhouse serves beef, chicken, and seafood grilled at the table; some menu items change monthly; sushi bar also featured. 912 Ridge Lake Blvd. 767-8980. L, D, X, $$-$$$ BIG BAD BREAKFAST—Fresh biscuits, house-made cured meats, jams, jellies, and more for the most important meal of the day. 6450 Poplar. More details coming soon.

BLUE PLATE CAFÉ—For breakfast, the café’s serves old-fashioned buttermilk pancakes (it’s a secret recipe!), country ham and eggs, and waffles with fresh strawberries and cream. For lunch, the café specializes in country cooking. 5469 Poplar. 761-9696; 113 S. Court. 523-2050. B, L, X, $ BROOKLYN BRIDGE ITALIAN RESTAURANT—Specializing in such homemade entrees as spinach lasagna and lobster ravioli; a seafood specialty is horseradish-crusted salmon. Closed Sun. 1779 Kirby Pkwy. 755-7413. D, X, $-$$$ BRYANT’S BREAKFAST—Three-egg omelets, pancakes, and The Sampler Platter are among the popular entrees here. Possibly the best biscuits in town. Closed Mon. and Tues. 3965 Summer.

324-7494. B, L, X, $ BUCKLEY’S FINE FILET GRILL—Specializes in steaks, seafood, and pasta. (Lunchbox serves entree salads, burgers, and more.) 5355 Poplar. 683-4538; 919 S. Yates (Buckley’s Lunchbox), 682-0570. L (Yates only, M-F), D, X, $-$$ CAPITAL GRILLE—Known for its dry-aged, hand-carved steaks; among the specialties are bone-in sirloin, and porcini-rubbed Delmonico; also seafood entrees and seasonal lunch plates. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. Crescent Center, 6065 Poplar. 683-9291. L, D, X, $$$-$$$$ CASABLANCA—Lamb shawarma is one of the fresh, homemade specialties served at this Mediterranean/Moroccan restaurant; fish entrees and vegetarian options also available. 5030 Poplar. 7258557 ; 7609 Poplar Pike (Germantown). 425-5908; 1707 Madison.

421-6949. L, D, X, $-$$ CIAO BELLA—Among the Italian and Greek specialties are lasagna, seafood pasta, gourmet pizzas, and vegetarian options.

Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 565 Erin Dr., Erin Way Shopping Center.

205-2500. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$$ CITY SILO TABLE + PANTRY—With a focus on clean eating, this establishment offers fresh juices, as well as comfort foods re-imagined with wholesome ingredients. 5101 Sanderlin. 7297687. Germantown: 7605 W. Farmington Blvd., Suite 2. 236-7223.

B, L, D, X, $ COASTAL FISH COMPANY—Upscale offerings of international fish varieties utilizing styles ranging from Carribbean, East Coast, West Coast, Chinese, to Filipino, and more. 415 Great View Dr. E., Suite 101. 266-9000. D, X, $$-$$$ CORKY’S—Popular barbecue emporium offers both wet and dry ribs, plus a full menu of other barbecue entrees. Wed. lunch buffets, Cordova and Collierville. 5259 Poplar. 685-9744; 1740 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 737-1911; 743 W. Poplar (Collierville).

405-4999; 6434 Goodman Rd., Olive Branch. 662-893-3663. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ DAN MCGUINNESS PUB—Serves fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, burgers, and other Irish and American fare; also lunch and dinner specials. 4694 Spottswood. 761-3711; 3964 Goodman Rd. 662-890-7611. L, D, X, $

DORY—Chef David Krog whips up Southern specialties with classic French techniques and locally sourced ingredients. Current specialties include pork tenderloin, beef bourguignon, or cocoa-dusted chocolate truffles, with new weekly additions. 716 W. Brookhaven Circle. 310-4290.

L, D, X, $$-$$$ ERLING JENSEN—For over 20 years, has presented “globally inspired” cuisine to die for. Specialties are rack of lamb, big game entrees, and fresh fish dishes. 1044 S. Yates. 763-3700. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ ERLING JENSEN SMALL BITES—Enjoy Erling Jensen’s specialty dishes in a sharable, small plate format alongside TopGolf Swing suites. 5069 Sanderlin Ave. 587-9464. L, D, X, $-$$$ FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE—Serves wet-aged and dry-aged steaks, prime beef, chops, and seafood, including salmon, Australian lobster tails, and a catch of the day. 6245 Poplar. 761-6200. D, X, MRA, $$$-$$$$ FOLK’S FOLLY ORIGINAL PRIME STEAK HOUSE—Specializes in prime steaks, as well as lobster, grilled Scottish salmon, Alaskan king crab legs, rack of lamb, and weekly specials. 551 S. Mendenhall. 762-8200. D, X, MRA, $$$-$$$$ FORMOSA—Offers Mandarin cuisine, including broccoli beef, hot-and-sour soup, and spring rolls. Closed Monday. 6685 Quince.

753-9898. L, D, X, $-$$ FOX RIDGE PIZZA & GRILL—Pizzas, calzones, sub sandwiches, burgers, and meat-and-two plate lunches are among the dishes served at this eatery, which opened in 1979. 711 W. Brookhaven Circle 758-6500. L, D, X, $ FRATELLI’S—Serves hot and cold sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts, all with an Italian/Mediterranean flair. Closed Sunday. 750 Cherry Rd., Memphis Botanic Garden. 766-9900. L, X, $ FRANK GRISANTI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT—Northern Italian favorites include pasta with jumbo shrimp and mushrooms; also seafood, filet mignon, and daily lunch specials. Closed for lunch Sunday. Embassy Suites Hotel, 1022 S. Shady Grove. 761-9462.

L, D, X, $-$$$ HALF SHELL—Specializes in seafood, such as king crab legs; also serves steaks, chicken, pastas, salads, sandwiches, a ”voodoo menu”; oyster bar at Winchester location. 688 S. Mendenhall.

682-3966; 7825 Winchester. 737-6755. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ HEN HOUSE—Hybrid wine/cocktail bar and tasting room with plenty of cosmopolitan eats. Closed Sun. 679 S. Mendenhall. 499-5436. D, $-$$$ HIGH POINT PIZZA—Serves a variety of pizzas, subs, salads, and sides. Closed Monday. A neighborhood fixture. 477 High Point Terrace. 452-3339. L, D, X, $-$$ HOG & HOMINY—The casual sister to Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen serves brick-oven-baked pizzas, including the Red-Eye with pork belly, and small plates with everything from meatballs to beef and cheddar hot dogs; and local veggies. And with a few surprises this time around. Closed for lunch Mon. 707 W. Brookhaven Cir. 207-7396. L, D, SB, X, MRA. $-$$$ HOUSTON’S—Serves steaks, seafood, pork chops, chicken dishes, sandwiches, salads, and Chicago-style spinach dip. Famous for first-class service. 5000 Poplar. 683-0915. L, D, X $-$$$ LA BAGUETTE—An almond croissant and chicken salad are among specialties at this French-style bistro. Closed for dinner Sun. 3088 Poplar. 458-0900. B, L, D (closes at 7), X, MRA, $ LAS DELICIAS—Popular for its guacamole, house-made tortilla chips, and margaritas, this restaurant draws diners with its chicken enchiladas, meat-stuffed flautas, and Cuban torta with spicy pork.

Closed Sunday. 4002 Park Ave. 458-9264; 5689 Quince. 800-2873.

L, D, X, $ LIBRO AT LAURELWOOD—Bookstore eatery features a variety of sandwiches, salads, and homemade pasta dishes, with Italianinspired options such as carbonara and potato gnocchi. Closed for dinner Sun. 387 Perkins Ext. (Novel). 800-2656. B, L, D, SB, X, $-$$ LOST PIZZA—Offering pizzas (with dough made from scratch), pasta, salads, sandwiches, tamales, and more. 2855 Poplar. 5721803; 5960 Getwell (Southaven). 662-892-8684. L, D, X, $-$$ LYNCHBURG LEGENDS—This restaurant with a Jack Daniels’ theme and Southern cuisine serves such entrees as Bourbon Street salmon, buttermilk-fried chicken, and grilled steak and wild mushroom salad. DoubleTree Hotel, 5069 Sanderlin. 969-7777. B, L, D, X, $-$$$ MAGNOLIA & MAY—The family behind Grove Grill cooks up Southern-inspired casual dining at this country brasserie, with popular menu items like peach gazpacho and low country shrimp n’ grits. 718 Mt. Moriah Rd. 676-8100. D, $$-$$$.

MAHOGANY MEMPHIS—Upscale Southern restaurant offers such dishes as coffee-rubbed lamb chops and baked Cajun Cornish hen.

Closed for dinner Sun. and all day Mon.-Tues. 3092 Poplar, Suite 11.

623-7977. L, D, SB, X, $-$$$ MARCIANO MEDITERRANEAN AND ITALIAN CUISINE—Veal Saltimbocca with angel-hair pasta and white wine sauce is among the entrees; also steaks, seafood, and gourmet pizza. 780 Brookhaven Circle. 682-1660. D, X, $-$$ MAYURI INDIAN CUISINE—Serves tandoori chicken, masala dosa, tikka masala, as well as lamb and shrimp entrees; also a daily lunch buffet, and dinner buffet on Fri.-Sat. 6524 Quince Rd. 753-8755.

L, D, X, $-$$ MELLOW MUSHROOM—Large menu includes assortment of pizzas, salads, calzones, hoagies, vegetarian options, and 50 beers on tap. 5138 Park Ave. 562-1211; 9155 Poplar, Shops of Forest Hill (Germantown). 907-0243. L, D, X, $-$$ MOSA ASIAN BISTRO—Specialties include sesame chicken, Thai calamari, rainbow panang curry with grouper fish, and other Pan Asian/fusion entrees. Closed Mon. 850 S. White Station Rd. 683-8889.

L, D, X, MRA, $ NAM KING—Offers luncheon and dinner buffets, dim sum, and such specialties as fried dumplings, pepper steak, and orange chicken. 4594 Yale. 373-4411. L, D, X, $ NAPA CAFE—Among the specialties are miso-marinated salmon over black rice with garlic spinach and shiitake mushrooms. Closed Sun. 5101 Sanderlin, Suite 122. 683-0441. L, D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ NEW HUNAN—Chinese eatery with more than 80 entrees; also lunch/dinner buffets. 5052 Park. 766-1622. L, D, X, $ ONE & ONLY BBQ—On the menu are pork barbecue sandwiches, platters, wet and dry ribs, smoked chicken and turkey platters, a smoked meat salad, barbecue quesadillas, Brunswick Stew, and Millie’s homemade desserts. 1779 Kirby Pkwy. 751-3615; 567 Perkins Extd. 249-4227. L, D, X, $ ONO POKÉ—This eatery specializes in poké — a Hawaiian dish of fresh fish salad served over rice. Menu includes a variety of poké bowls, like the Kimchi Tuna bowl, or customers can build their own by choosing a base, protein, veggies, and toppings. 3145 Poplar.

618-2955. L, D, X, $ OWEN BRENNAN’S—New Orleans-style menu of beef, chicken, pasta, and seafood; jambalaya, shrimp and grits, and crawfish etouffee are specialties. Closed for dinner Sunday. The Regalia, 6150 Poplar. 761-0990. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ PARK + CHERRY—The Dixon offers casual dining within the museum. Seasonal menu features sandwiches, like rustic chicken salad on croissant, as well as salads, snacks, and sweets. Closed for breakfast Sun. and all day Mon. 4339 Park (Dixon Gallery and Gardens). 761-5250. L, X, $ PATRICK’S—Serves barbecue nachos, burgers, and entrees such as fish and chips; also plate lunches and daily specials. 4972 Park.

682-2852. L, D, X, MRA, $ PETE & SAM’S—Serving Memphis for 60-plus years; offers steaks, seafood, and traditional Italian dishes, including homemade ravioli, lasagna, and chicken marsala. 3886 Park. 458-0694. D, X, $-$$$ PF CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO—Specialties are orange peel shrimp, Mongolian beef, and chicken in lettuce wraps; also vegetarian dishes, including spicy eggplant. 1181 Ridgeway Rd., Park Place Centre. 818-3889. L, D, X, $-$$ PHO SAIGON—Vietnamese fare includes beef teriyaki, roasted quail, curry ginger chicken, vegetarian options, and a variety of soups. 2946 Poplar. 458-1644. L, D, $ PIMENTO’S KITCHEN + MARKET—Fresh sandwiches, soups, salads, and plenty of pimento cheese at this family-owned restaurant. 6540 Poplar Ave. 602-5488 (Collierville: 3751 S. Houston Levee. 453-6283). L, D, X, $ PYRO’S FIRE-FRESH PIZZA—Serving gourmet pizzas cooked in an open-fire oven, wide choice of toppings, and large local and craft beer selection. 1199 Ridgeway. 379-8294; 2035 Union Ave. 208-8857; 2286 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 207-1198; 3592 S. Houston Levee (Collierville). 221-8109. L, D, X, MRA, $ RED HOOK CAJUN SEAFOOD & BAR—Cajun-style array of seafood including shrimp, mussels, clams, crawfish, and oysters. 3295 Poplar. 207-1960. L, D, X, $-$$ RED KOI—Classic Japanese cuisine offered at this family-run restaurant; hibachi steaks, sushi, seafood, chicken, and vegetables.

5847 Poplar. 767-3456. L, D, X $-$$ RED PIER CAJUN SEAFOOD & BAR—Owners of Red Hook bring more cajun-style seafood dishes. 5901 Poplar Ave. 512-5923. L, D, $-$$$ RESTAURANT IRIS—French Creole-inspired classics, such as Gulf shrimp and rice grits congee served with lap chong sausage and boiled peanuts, are served at this newly

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The Memphis Dining Guide remodeled restaurant owned by Chef Kelly English, a Food and Wine “Top Ten.” Opening soon at 4550 Poplar. 590-2828. D, X, $$-$$$ RIVER OAKS—Chef Jose Gutierrez’s French-style bistro serves seafood and steaks, with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. 5871 Poplar Ave. 683-9305. L, D, X, $$$ RONNIE GRISANTI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT— This Memphis institution serves some family classics such as Elfo’s Special and handmade ravioli, along with housemade pizza and fresh oysters. Closed Sun. 6150 Poplar, Suite 122.

850-0191. D, X, $-$$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE—Offers prime steaks cut and aged in-house, as well as lamb, chicken, and fresh seafood, including lobster. 6120 Poplar. 761-0055. D, X, $$$-$$$$ SALSA—Mexican-Southern California specialties include carnitas, enchiladas verde, and fajitas; also Southwestern seafood dishes such as snapper verde. Closed Sun. Regalia Shopping Center, 6150 Poplar, Suite 129. 683-6325. L, D, X, $-$$ SAUCY CHICKEN—Specializes in antibiotic-free chicken dishes with locally sourced ingredients, with such items as hot wings and the Crosstown Chicken Sandwich, and a variety of house-made dipping sauces; also, seafood, salads, and daily specials. Closed Sun. 4715 Poplar. 907-0741. L, D, $ SEASONS 52—This elegant fresh grill and wine bar offers a seasonally changing menu using fresh ingredients, wood-fire grilling, and brick-oven cooking; also a large international wine list and nightly piano bar. Crescent Center, 6085 Poplar. 682-9952. L, D, X, $$-$$$ SOBEAST—Eastern branch of the popular South of Beale, featuring the restaurant’s traditional staples, as well as rotating special menu items. 5040 Sanderlin. 818-0821. L, D, SB, X, $-$$.

SOUTHALL CAFE—Locally sourced ingredients bolster a chef-driven menu offering breakfast and lunch classics. 669 S. Mendenhall. 646-5698. B, L, WB, X, $ STAKS—Offering pancakes, including birthday cake and lemon ricotta. Menu includes other breakfast items such as beignets and French toast, as well as soups and sandwiches for lunch. 4615 Poplar. 509-2367; 7704 Poplar (Germantown). 800-1951. B, L, WB, X, $ SUSHI JIMMI—This food truck turned restaurant serves a variety of sushi rolls, fusion dishes — such as kimchi fries — and sushi burritos. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Mon. 2895 Poplar.

729-6985. L, D, X, $ SWANKY’S TACO SHOP—Taco-centric eatery offers tortas, flatbreads, quesadillas, chimichangas, burgers, and more. 4770 Poplar. 730-0763; 6641 Poplar (Germantown). 737-2088; 272 S. Main. 779-3499. L, D, X, $ THREE LITTLE PIGS—Pork-shoulder-style barbecue with tangy mild or hot sauce, freshly made coleslaw, and baked beans. 5145 Quince Rd. 685-7094. B, L, D, X, $ TOPS BAR-B-Q—Specializes in pork barbecue sandwiches and sandwich plates with beans and slaw; also serves ribs, beef brisket, and burgers. 1286 Union. 725-7527; 4183 Summer. 324-4325; 5391 Winchester. 794-7936; 3970 Rhodes. 323-9865; 6130 Macon.

371-0580. For more locations, go online. L, D, X, $ TORCHY’S TACOS—Plenty of Tex-Mex variety, with creative monthly special tacos. 719 S. Mendenhall. 3438880. B, L, D, $ VENICE KITCHEN—Specializes in “eclectic Italian” and Southern Creole, from pastas, including the “Godfather,” to hand-tossed pizzas, including the “John Wayne”; choose from 50 toppings. 368 Perkins Ext. 767-6872. L, D, SB, X, $-$$ WANG’S MANDARIN HOUSE—Offers Mandarin, Cantonese, Szechuan, and spicy Hunan entrees, including the golden-sesame chicken; next door is East Tapas, serving small plates with an Asian twist. 6065 Park Ave., Park Place Mall. 763-0676. L, D, X, $-$$ WASABI—Serving traditional Japanese offerings, hibachi, sashimi, and sushi. The Sweet Heart roll, wrapped — in the shape of a heart — with tuna and filled with spicy salmon, yellowtail, and avocado, is a specialty. 5101 Sanderlin Rd., Suite 105. 421-6399. L, D, X, $-$$ WOMAN’S EXCHANGE TEA ROOM—Chicken-salad plate, beef tenderloin, soups-and-sandwiches, and vegetable plates are specialties; meal includes drink and dessert. Closed Sat.-Sun. 88 Racine. 327-5681. L, X, $ ZAYDE’S AT THE J—Kosher options at the Memphis Jewish Community Center cafe include traditional New York-style dishes and Israeli fusion. 6560 Poplar Ave. 208-3495. L, D, $-$$

CORDOVA BOMBAY HOUSE—Indian fare includes lamb korma and chicken tikka; also, a daily luncheon buffet. 1727 N. Germantown Pkwy.

755-4114. L, D, X, $-$$ THE BUTCHER SHOP—Serves steaks ranging from 8-oz. filets to a 20-oz. porterhouse; also chicken, pork chops, fresh seafood.

107 S. Germantown Rd. 757-4244. L (Fri. and Sun.), D, X, $$-$$$ GREEN BAMBOO—Pineapple tilapia, pork vermicelli, and the soft egg noodle combo are Vietnamese specialties here. 990 N. Germantown Parkway, Suite 104. 753-5488. L, D, $-$$ KING JERRY LAWLER’S MEMPHIS BBQ COMPANY— Offers a variety of barbecue dishes, including brisket, ribs, nachos topped with smoked pork, and a selection of barbecue “Slamwiches.” 465 N. Germantown Pkwy., Suite 116. 509-2360.

L, D, X, $ JIM ’N NICK’S BAR-B-Q—Serves barbecued pork, ribs, chicken, brisket, and fish, along with other homemade Southern specialties. 2359 N. Germantown Pkwy. 388-0998. L, D, X, $-$$ EL MERO TACO—This food truck turned restaurant serves up Mexican and Southern-style fusion dishes, including fried chicken tacos, chorizo con papas tacos, and brisket quesadillas. 8100 Macon Station, Suite 102. 308-1661.

Closed Sun.-Mon. L, D, WB, X, $ POKÉ WORLD—Serves up Hawaiian poké bowls filled with rice and diced, raw fish. Also offers Taiwanese bubble tea and rolled ice cream for dessert. 1605 N. Germantown Pkwy., Suite 111.

623-7986. East Memphis: 575 Erin Dr. 779-4971. L, D, $ SHOGUN JAPANESE RESTAURANT—Entrees include tempura, teriyaki, and sushi, as well as grilled fish and chicken entrees. 2324 N. Germantown Pkwy. 384-4122. L, D, X, $-$$ TANNOOR GRILL—Brazilian-style steakhouse with skewers served tableside, along with Middle Eastern specialties; vegetarian options also available. 830 N. Germantown Pkwy. 443-5222. L, D, X, $-$$$

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BLUE HONEY BISTRO—Entrees at this upscale eatery include brown butter scallops served with Mississippi blue rice and herb-crusted beef tenderloin with vegetables and truffle butter. Closed Sun. 9155 Poplar, Suite 17. 552-3041.

D, X, $-$$$ FOREST HILL GRILL—A variety of standard pub fare and a selection of mac-and-cheese dishes are featured on the menu.

Specialties include Chicken Newport and a barbecue salmon BLT. 9102 Poplar Pike. 624-6001. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ GERMANTOWN COMMISSARY—Serves barbecue sandwiches, sliders, ribs, shrimp, and nachos, as well as smoked barbecued bologna sandwiches; Mon.-night all-you-can-eat ribs. 2290 S. Germantown Rd. S. 754-5540. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ KOHESIAN SOKO STYLE EATERY—Korean-American eatery serves up fusion-style dishes like bibimbap burgers or gochujang marinated loaded spicy pork nachos. 1730 S. Germantown Rd. 308-0223. L, D, X, $$ LAS TORTUGAS DELI MEXICANA—Authentic Mexican food prepared from local food sources; specializes in tortugas — grilled bread scooped out to hold such powerfully popular fillings as brisket, pork, and shrimp; also tingas, tostados. Closed Sunday. 1215 S. Germantown Rd. 751-1200; 6300 Poplar. 623-3882. L, D, X, $-$$ MOONDANCE GRILL—From the owners of Itta Bena and Lafayette’s. Serves steak cooked sous vide and seafood dishes including Abita-barbecued shrimp and pan-seared sand dab, in addition to an extensive wine and cocktail list. 1730 S. Germantown Road, Suite 117. 755-1471. L, D, X, $$-$$$ NOODLES ASIAN BISTRO—Serves a variety of traditional Asian cuisine, with emphasis on noodle dishes, such as Singapore Street Noodles and Hong Kong Chow Fun. 7850 Poplar, Suite 12. 755-1117.

L, D, X, $ PETRA CAFÉ—Serves Greek, Italian, and Middle Eastern sandwiches, gyros, and entrees. Hours vary; call. 6641 Poplar.

754-4440; 547 S. Highland. 323-3050. L, D, X, $-$$ ROCK’N DOUGH PIZZA CO.—Specialty and custom pizzas made from fresh ingredients; wide variety of toppings. 7850 Poplar, Suite 6. 779-2008. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $$ ROYAL PANDA—Hunan fish, Peking duck, Royal Panda chicken and shrimp, and a seafood combo are among the specialties. 3120 Village Shops Dr. 756-9697. L, D, X, $-$$ RUSSO’S NEW YORK PIZZERIA AND WINE BAR—Serves gourmet pizzas, calzones, and pasta, including lasagna, fettuccine Alfredo, scampi, and more. 9087 Poplar, Suite 111. 755-0092. L, D, WB, X, $-$$

SAKURA—Sushi, tempura, and teriyaki are Japanese specialties here.

2060 West St. 758-8181; 4840 Poplar. 572-1002. L, D, X, $-$$ SOUTHERN SOCIAL—Shrimp and grits, stuffed quail, and Aunt Thelma’s Fried Chicken are among the dishes served at this upscale Southern establishment. 2285 S. Germantown Rd. 754-5555. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ TAZIKI’S—Mediterranean-inspired dishes all made from scratch. 7850 Poplar Ave., Suite 26. 612-2713. East Memphis: 540 S. Mendenhall Rd. 290-1091. Bartlett: 7974 US-64. 203-0083. L, D, $ WEST STREET DINER—This home-style eatery offers breakfast, burgers, po’boys, and more. 2076 West St. 757-2191. B, L, D (Mon.-Fri.), X, $ ZEN JAPANESE FINE CUISINE—A full sushi bar and plenty of authentic Japanese dishes, like Hibachi or Wagyu beef. 1730 S. Germantown Rd. 779-2796. L, D, X, X, $-$$$

COLLIERVILLE

CAFE EUROPE—From Italian chef Michele D’oto, the French, Spanish, and Italian fusion cuisine includes a variety of dishes like Rosette al Forno, fish ceviche, and sole meuniere. Closed Sun. 4610 Merchants Park Circle, Suite 571. 286-4199. L, D, X, $$-$$$$ CAFE PIAZZA BY PAT LUCCHESI—Specializes in gourmet pizzas (including create-your-own), panini sandwiches, and pasta. Closed Sun. 139 S. Rowlett St. 861-1999. L, D, X, $-$$ CIAO BABY—Specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza made in a woodfired oven. Also serves house-made mozzarella, pasta, appetizers, and salads. 890 W. Poplar, Suite 1. 457-7457. L, D, X, $ COLLIERVILLE COMMISSARY—Serves barbecue sandwiches, sliders, ribs, shrimp, and nachos, as well as smoked barbecued bologna sandwiches. 3573 S. Houston Levee Rd. 979-5540. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ DAVID GRISANTI’S—Serving Northern Italian cuisine and traditional family recipes, like the Elfo Special, shrimp sauteed in garlic and butter, tossed with white button mushrooms and white pepper, and served over vermicelli with Parmigiano-Reggiano. Closed Sun. 684 W. Poplar (Sheffield Antiques Mall). 861-1777. L, D (Thurs.-Sat.), X, $-$$$ EL MEZCAL—Serves burritos, chimichangas, fajitas, and other Mexican cuisine, as well as shrimp dinners and steak. 9947 Wolf River, 853-7922; 402 Perkins Extd. 761-7710; 694 N. Germantown Pkwy.

(Cordova). 755-1447; 1492 Union. 274-4264; 11615 Airline Rd. (Arlington).

867-1883; 9045 Highway 64 (Lakeland). 383-4219; 7164 Hacks Cross Rd. (Olive Branch). 662-890-3337; 8834 Hwy. 51 N. (Millington). 872-3220; 7424 Highway 64 (Bartlett). 417-6026. L, D, X, $ EMERALD THAI RESTAURANT—Spicy shrimp, pad khing, lemongrass chicken, and several noodle, rice, and vegetarian dishes are offered at this family restaurant. Closed Sunday. 8950 Highway 64 (Lakeland, TN). 384-0540. L, D, X, $-$$ FIREBIRDS—Specialties are hand-cut steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, and wood-grilled salmon and other seafood, as well as seasonal entrees. 4600 Merchants Circle, Carriage Crossing. 850-1637; 8470 Highway 64 (Bartlett). 379-1300. L, D, X, $-$$$ JIM’S PLACE GRILLE—Features American, Greek, and Continental cuisine. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. 3660 Houston Levee.

861-5000. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$$ MULAN ASIAN BISTRO—Hunan Chicken, tofu dishes, and orange beef served here; sushi and Thai food, too. 2059 Houston Levee.

850-5288; 2149 Young. 347-3965; 4698 Spottswood. 609-8680. L, D, X, $-$$ OSAKA JAPANESE CUISINE—Featuring an extensive sushi menu as well as traditional Japanese and hibachi dining. Hours vary for lunch; call. 3670 Houston Levee. 861-4309; 3402 Poplar. 249-4690; 7164 Hacks Cross (Olive Branch). 662-890-9312; 2200 N. Germantown Pkwy.

(Cordova). 425-4901. L, D, X, $-$$$ RAVEN & LILY—Eatery offers innovative Southern-inspired cuisine with such dishes as crispy shrimp and cauliflower salad, spiced lamb sausage and parmesan risotto, and bananas foster pain perdu. Closed Monday. 120 E. Mulberry. 286-4575.

L, D, SB, X, $-$$ STIX—Hibachi steakhouse with Asian cuisine features steak, chicken, and a fillet and lobster combination, also sushi. A specialty is Dynamite Chicken with fried rice. 4680 Merchants Park Circle, Avenue Carriage Crossing. 854-3399. 150 Peabody Place, Suite 115 (Downtown). 207-7638 L, D, X, $-$$ WOLF RIVER BRISKET CO.—From the owners of Pyro’s Fire Fresh Pizza, highlights include house-smoked meats: prime beef brisket, chicken, and salmon. Closed Sun. 9947 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 101.

316-5590; opening soon at 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 165. L, D, X, $-$$ ZOPITA’S ON THE SQUARE—Cafe offers sandwiches, including smoked salmon and pork tenderloin, as well as salads and desserts.

Closed Sun. 114 N. Main. 457-7526. L, D, X, $

OUT-OF-TOWN

BOZO’S HOT PIT BAR-B-Q—Barbecue, burgers, sandwiches, and subs. 342 Hwy. 70 (Mason, TN). 901-294-3400. L, D, $-$$

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The Memphis Dining Guide CATFISH BLUES—Serving Delta-raised catfish and Cajun- and Southern-inspired dishes, including gumbo and fried green tomatoes. 210 E. Commerce (Hernando, MS). 662-298-3814. L, D, $ CITY GROCERY—Southern eclectic cuisine; shrimp and grits is a specialty. Closed for dinner Sunday. 152 Courthouse Square (Oxford, MS). 662-232-8080. L, D, SB, X, $$-$$$ COMO STEAKHOUSE—Steaks cooked on a hickory charcoal grill are a specialty here. Upstairs is an oyster bar. Closed Sun. 203 Main St. (Como, MS). 662-526-9529. D, X, $-$$$ ELFO GRISANTI’S NORTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE—Grisanti family classics like lasagna, homemade ravioli, garlic bread, and Northern Italian pizza.

Closed Sun. 5627 Getwell Rd. (Southaven, MS). 662-470-4497. L, D, X, $-$$ LONG ROAD CIDER CO.—Specializes in hard apple ciders made with traditional methods. Cafe-style entrees include black-eyed peas with cornbread and greens, chicken Gorgonzola pockets, cider-steamed sausage, and housemade ice creams. Closed Sun.Wed. 9053 Barret Road. (Barretville, TN). 352-0962. D, X, $ MANILA FILIPINO RESTAURANT—Entrees include pork belly cutlet with lechon sauce, and shrimp and vegetables in tamarind broth; also daily combos, rice dishes, and chef specials. Closed Sun.-Mon. 7849 Rockford (Millington, TN). 209-8525. L, D, X, $ CASINO TABLES BOURBON STREET STEAKHOUSE & GRILL AT SOUTHLAND CASINO RACING—1550 Ingram Blvd., West Memphis, AR, 1-800-467-6182 CHICAGO STEAKHOUSE AT THE GOLDSTRIKE—1010 Casino Center Dr., Robinsonville, MS, 1-888-24KSTAY /662-357-1225 FAIRBANKS AT THE HOLLYWOOD—1150 Casino Strip Blvd., Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-871-0711 JACK BINION’S STEAK HOUSE AT HORSESHOE—1021 Casino Center Drive, Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-303-SHOE LUCKY 8 ASIAN BISTRO AT HORSESHOE—1021 Casino Center Drive, Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-303-SHOE THE STEAKHOUSE AT THE FITZ—711 Lucky Ln., Robinsonville, MS, 1-888-766-LUCK, ext 8213 TWAIN’S STEAKHOUSE AT SAM’S TOWN TUNICA—1477 Casino Strip Resorts Boulevard, Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-456-0711 MARSHALL STEAKHOUSE—Rustic steakhouse serves premium Angus beef steaks, seafood dishes, rack of lamb, and more. 2379 Highway 178 (Holly Springs, MS). 628-3556. B, L, D, X, $-$$$ MEMPHIS BARBECUE COMPANY—Offers spare ribs, baby backs, and pulled pork and brisket. 709 Desoto Cove (Horn Lake, MS). 662-536-3762. L, D, X, $-$$ NAGOYA—Offers traditional Japanese cuisine and sushi bar; specialties are teriyaki and tempura dishes. 7075 Malco Blvd., Suite 101 (Southaven, MS). 662-349-8788. L, D, X, $-$$$ PANCHO’S—Serves up a variety of Mexican standards, including tacos, enchiladas, and mix-and-match platters. 3600 E. Broadway (West Memphis, AR). 870-735-6466. 717 N. White Station. 685-5404. L, D, X, MRA, $ PIG-N-WHISTLE—Offers pork shoulder sandwiches, wet and dry ribs, catfish, nachos, and stuffed barbecue potatoes. 6084 Kerr-Rosemark Rd. (Millington, TN). 872-2455. L, D, X, $ RAVINE—Serves contemporary Southern cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, locally grown foods and a menu that changes weekly. Closed Mon.-Tues. 53 Pea Ridge/County Rd. 321 (Oxford, MS). 662-234-4555. D, SB, X, $$-$$$ SAINT LEO’S—Offering sophisticated pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and salads. A James Beard nominee for Best New Restaurant in 2017. 1101 Jackson (Oxford, MS). 662-234-4555. D, L, WB, $-$$ SNACKBAR—Billed as an intriguing mix of “French Bistro with North Mississippi Cafe.” Serving a confit duck Croque Monsieur, watermelon-cucumber chaat, pan-fried quail, plus a daily plate special and a raw bar. 721 N. Lamar (Oxford, MS). 662-236-6363.

D, $-$$$ WILSON CAFE—Serving elevated home-cooking, with such dishes as deviled eggs with cilantro and jalapeño, scampi and grits, and doughnut bread pudding. 2 N. Jefferson (Wilson, AR).

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haron Murtaugh had a pacemaker implanted in her chest last February. Eight months later, she ran the Boston Marathon in less than four hours (3:54:18).

While impressive, Sharon’s is not the most herculean of achievements, this year or any year. But in a time when metaphors, symbols, standards, and goals are desperately needed to steer us through the remainder of a pandemic, my wife is the personification. Those first two sentences don’t seem to go together (read them again), but that’s where we are as 2021 fades toward the annual exchange of calendars. From crisis, we must retain hope and aim for achievement … even the kind that hurts along the way.

Some backstory: Sharon’s cardiologist diagnosed her with tachy-brady syndrome last winter. Her heart, at times, would beat too rapidly and, at others, not fast enough. The latter is especially concerning. Being an

electrical problem (as opposed to the heart’s mechanical components, the ventricles, arteries, and veins), it didn’t suggest an imminent heart attack, but what if Sharon lost consciousness while driving, while swimming … or while running a marathon? Not the kind of risk an active person can take.

So Sharon now drives, swims, and runs (often quite far) with a pair of very thin wires measuring her heartbeat, the pacemaker itself there to correct the rhythm if it falters. Friends and family have called her “bionic,” and that’s okay. As long as they know it’s shorthand for superhuman.

Which brings us to the Boston Marathon, the most famous test of human endurance on the planet. Sharon qualified for Boston (“BQ”) by running a 3:38

marathon in Arkansas way back ners, asking their pace, listening — it truly feels way back — in to others’ times as they passed November 2019. But then came one mile marker after another. the worldwide Covid shutdown, As she told me a couple of days and the 2020 Boston Marathon later, “I was frustrated, but could became a “virtual” race, not the only work with what I had.” This woman, powered by a pacemakkind a 51-year-old rookie would er, outran technology, a singular consider a mission accomplished.

The pandemic stretched — lintwenty-first-century victory if gered — into 2021, and this year’s you ask me.

Boston Marathon was postponed There were some tears and a from its typical April spot on the lot of discomfort across the fincalendar to October 11th. For the ish line, but Sharon smiled. She first time in 125 years, fall foliage smiled big. The smile that capand Halloween décor would actured my heart over 30 years ago. centuate the run from Hopkinton, A winner’s smile. A survivor’s smile.

Massachusetts, into Boston. Even Family members and a few spewith a reduced field, Sharon’s 2019 cial friends who hosted us near time qualified her to run, but the Boston hugged her … gently. postponement merely extendHer medal was passed around, ed and somewhat amplified her identical to thousands of others training requirements, now with a earned that day, but this was full Memphis summer in the mix.

Sharon’s Boston Marathon medal. A Twelve miles to run on a 98-detangible representation of more gree Saturday? Sharon found trees than two years of effort, deterwhere she could. mination, and patience.

Dare any of us hope for a “finAny distance runner will tell ish line” to a pandemic as anothyou the physical challenge of 26.2 miles is intensified by the mener year reaches its culmination? tal anguish, and one reaches the That seems too tidy, too clean for a crisis that has killed more than finish line only by ignoring the latter while overfour million people coming the former. Friends and family have worldwide. But I, for Sharon ignored the called her “bionic,” and one, remain determined and patient. details she couldn’t that’s okay. As long as I’ve seen someone control — weather, they know it’s shortconfront a serious schedule, etc. — hand for superhuman. health threat and and chose to make address it. I’ve seen her adjust the enemy her friend. Sweltering Mid-South heat would make her goal — dramatically — but early New England fall feel like remain on course to attain it. And natural air conditioning. Her I’ve seen my extraordinary wife legs and lungs would be grateful achieve a form of agonizing bliss along those final few miles. that she earned with millions of Not even a mile into the race, steady strides. Let Sharon Murthe GPS on Sharon’s watch — taugh’s Boston Marathon be a her tool for pacing the 26 miles metaphor for a current struggle — malfunctioned. This was the you face, or a current climb we equivalent of a sailor’s compass must confront together. It will breaking at sea, with no stars remain frustrating, and it may above. But she didn’t panic. She linger. But let’s work with what communicated with nearby runwe have.

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