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USA : MEMPHIS - December 2007

Go Shop

OAK COURT MALL
( 4465 Poplar Ave. Tel. 901-682-8928 )
An inductee into the “Memphis’ Most Beautiful Businesses” Hall of Fame, this shopping center is gorgeous both inside and out. Get a salon treatment at Trade Secret, pick up some all-natural cosmetics at the Aveda Lifestyle Store and then indulge yourself at Godiva Chocolatier.
TOAD HALL ANTIQUES
( 129 Central Ave. Tel. 901-726-0755 )
www.toadhallmemphis.com Shop in a charming atmosphere filled with antique English, French and Continental furnishings, unique paintings, lamps and decorative objects all at affordable prices. Not sure you can fit your find in your return luggage? Shipping is available.
YARNIVERSE
( 709 S Mendenhall Rd. Tel. 901-818-0940 )
www.yarniverse.com For knitting fanatics, Yarniverse offers two floors of colorful yarns, fabrics, patterns, books and gifts. Spend about half an hour here, and you’ll be ready to create a masterpiece. And if you don’t know how to knit, don’t despair—just take one of the classes offered.

Go See

FIRE MUSEUM OF MEMPHIS
( 118 Adams Ave. Tel. 901-320-5650 )
www.firemuseum.com Housed in Memphis’ historic Fire Station No. 1, which was built in 1910, the Fire Museum is home to firefighting memorabilia, including antique fire-fighter toys and a turn-of-thecentury horse-drawn fire engine.
MEMPHIS ROCK ’N’ SOUL MUSEUM
( 191 Beale St. Tel. 901-205-2533 )
www.memphisrocknsoul.org This Smithsonian museum traces the history of rock ’n’ roll and soul, from their rural roots to their current incarnations on the Top-40 charts. Learn about Elvis, B.B. King, Isaac Hayes and more.
THE ORPHEUM THEATRE
( 203 S Main St. Tel. 901-525-7800 )
www.orpheum-memphis.com This elegant historic theater seats 2,500 and hosts everything from indie-rock concerts to the Memphis Opera. Catch Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical this month.

Go Eat

GUS’S WORLD FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN
( 310 S Front St. Tel. 901-527-4877 )
This small, out-of-the-way place has garnered raves from Frommer’s and Fodor’s for its cooked-to-order spicybattered chicken, beans, coleslaw and fresh-made pies. Their service is friendly, but slow—though it’s worth the wait. $
SEKISUI MIDTOWN
( 25 S Belvedere Blvd. Tel. 901-725-0005 )
www.sekisuiusa.com Japan-native chef Jimmy Ishii started his sushi empire in Memphis, where he has worked for 25 years. Sekisui offers an array of authentic Japanese dishes from miso soup to sushi served in an elegant atmosphere. $$
SOUL FISH
( 862 S Cooper St. Tel. 901-752-0722 )
In the heart of midtown is a cozy, ’50sstyle diner with the best fried catfish for miles. Friendly staff and lively atmosphere combine with mouthwatering food to make a memorable dining experience. $

Go Party

BOBCAT BAR AND GRILL
( 4730 Poplar Ave. Tel. 901-685-2933 )
www.gobobcat.com Open seven days a week, Bobcat’s offers four televisions, billiards and video games, as well as tasty homemade pizzas.
LAMPLIGHTER LOUNGE
( 1702 Madison Ave. Tel. 901-726-9916 )
Not into hard liquor and rough language? The old-fashioned Lamplighter Lounge serves beer only and strictly enforces a “no cussing” rule. Play pool, listen to classic rock and oldies on the jukebox, and enjoy the Memphis memorabilia covering the walls of this quirky American classic.

Go Day-Tripping

PICKWICK LAKE
( 120 miles east of Memphis. )
www.pickwicklake.net Take advantage of unseasonably warm weather with a visit to Mississippi’s 43,000-acre Pickwick Lake, which offers great boating, hunting and fishing opportunities. If it’s a bit chilly, check out the historic Pickwick Dam and take a free tour of its powerhouse.

Fun Fact!

Film stars Morgan Freeman, Cybil Shepherd and Kathy Bates were all born in Memphis.

Compiled by MARY KLAEBEL

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