I walked into the Silly Goose yesterday and saw the most beautiful sight at the bar:
The tiny, wobbly, uncomfortable little bar stools they’ve had at the bar for the past year have been replaced with padded bar seats, with backs, that are wide enough to accommodate a normal-sized human body.
Now, I understand the science of bar stools. If your seat doesn’t have a back, you’re not committed to facing one direction. You’re more likely to swivel around and talk to people standing behind you, and order an extra drink or two as you continue the conversation.
That logic doesn’t work on me, though. Those little stools made my back hurt. I was constantly shifting my weight around and alternating between sitting and standing. I’ll be more likely to stay longer because I’m comfortable in the new bar chairs, whether or not I’m in a conversation with anyone.
Feast & Graze has added made-to-order sandwiches and salads from 11 AM to 2 PM.
Cordelia’s Market’s produce coolers are out of order. They still have fresh produce this weekend, just in different places.
- Freshly cut fruit is in the bakery by the sweets & cakes
- Vegetables are in the plant-based/Boar’s Head section
- Sauces and salads are in the Cordelia’s Favorites case
The Blind Bear has discontinued its Friday brunch and is now opening at 3 PM for happy hour that day of the week. You can still get brunch at the Bear 11 AM to 3 PM Saturday and Sunday.
The Daily Memphian examines the role of promotions in getting people out to Redbirds games.
NIL (name, image, likeness) deals are now 1 year old. The DM reports that in the first year, the University of Memphis ranked 7th in the NCAA for total NIL compensation for its athletes.
The CA reports that The Lowenstein House at 756 Jefferson could become a boutique hotel.
A new exhibit at the Metal Museum features the work of African-American blacksmiths.
Today is National Anisette Day.
There will be a Fourth of July Comedy Blast at 629 Monroe tonight at 7. It will feature The Comigos and The 4 Horsemen. $15 in advance, $20 at the door.
It’s orientation time for new Memphians! If you’ve lived here longer than a year, you’re dismissed.
We have this game we play in Downtown Memphis. It’s called “fireworks or gunshots.” You see, here in Memphis, not everyone celebrates the Fourth by shooting fireworks. Some people just stick their guns out of their car windows and shoot in the air. So, when you hear POP-POP-POP this weekend, guess whether you’re hearing fireworks or gunshots.
Back tomorrow with more news.