Memphis where the locals eat

Founded in with a location near Rhodes College, they expanded to the downtown area with a little cafe in Harbortown.

In , they opened their University of Memphis location. Each of the locations serves a slightly different, eclectic menu, but the quality of freshly prepared food is wonderful.

Cinnamon Rolls. Yes, they MAKE cinnamon rolls. Always a go-to option regardless of the time of day. The Slider Inn — Tiny masterpiece burgers and sandwiches on the most delightful porch in midtown. They are also the only home of the lobster roll in the Mid-South. Slider inn has a deal where you can mix and match any of the sliders on the menu. You could eat sliders here five days in a row and not eat the same thing twice. Memphis Like a Local.

Blog at WordPress. Drain on a paper towel, let cool and then crumble into tiny pieces. Roasted peanuts Easy. If utilizing roasted peanuts to make peanut butter, use Spanish peanuts as they have a higher oil content. Set up a large pot with a steamer insert and steam the franks until warm, about 5 minutes. When the franks are almost done, place the buns on top of the franks to steam, 1 to 2 minutes. Place the franks in the buns and top each with some of the onion.

Crispy squid with garlic mayonnaise Easy. Strange though it might sound to say it, this is another of my supper-standbys. I keep the frozen squid in the deep-freeze, taking it out in the morning at breakfast to let it thaw in time for the evening's meal. I prefer to eat a massive amount of t. The ultimate barbecued ribs Easy. Put the ribs on a baking tray, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap the bacon ar. Preheat the oven to degrees F and place the racks in the upper-middle and lower-middle positions.

Have 2 parchment lined baking sheets. In a bowl, cream the sugars and butter, either by hand or with a hand-held mixer, until smooth and incorpor.

Homemade peanut butter Easy. For the peanut butter: 1 Place the peanuts, salt and honey into the bowl of a food processor. Process for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Place the lid back on and continue to process while slowly drizzling in the oil and process unt. Whiz cooked beans with blender, adding just enough of the reserved cooking liquid to get a smooth, fairly thick puree.

Heat fat in a heavy bottomed pan, when foaming add the onion, season well and sweat the onion until soft. Add the garlic, chilli. Peanut butter pie Medium. In the bowl of a food processor, combine the wafers and 15g sugar. Process until the wafers are fine crumbs.

Pulse to combine. Prosciutto and melon panino Easy. Heat over medium heat. Arrange half of the cheese over the bottom piece of focaccia. Arrange the prosciutto, arugula, and then the cantaloupe on top of the cheese. Cover with the remaining. Banana Split Sandwich Easy. Heat the butter, add the spices, add the banana halves cut side down.

Turn after 1 minute and cook for a further one-minute. Toast the bread. Spread the peanut butter, 1 tsp each side. Top with the banana place the lid on and eat. Campfire Banana Boats Medium. Split the bananas lengthwise, but don't cut all the way through.

And even though the restaurant was quite lively, we ended up having one of the best conversations on our trip she makes such a good dinner date. I think all the BBQ and heavy food was getting to Hannah because she ordered a series of small plates, primarily of fruits and vegetables. I guess that is pretty unusual for a teen as the waitress asked if she was vegetarian.

This one was made with grilled peaches, muddled blueberries, creamed corn, chicharrons and scallions — a perfect example of modern southern cooking. My only warning is to beware where you park! Memphis is really a sprawling city and we wanted to explore its many neighborhoods. You order at the counter and then take a seat in the dining room or outside patio and wait for your order.

I was happy they offered a combination plate, so I got to sample not just their ribs but also the brisket and pulled pork. And yowzer was that brisket good! Add in a couple of sides and a roll and one combination plate equals lunch for two with leftovers. Midtown location: Central, And you can also order online! We do live in Rhode Island after all — which seems like the donut capital of the world sometimes.

So problem solved.