Memphis, TN

I did take one day to drive into Memphis to do some quick sight-seeing. What is the point of going all this way if you don’t take the time to do something! But, all in all I was a little disappointed, however I didn’t have much time to look around and explore in depth. Many of the museums and displays were closed too. Below are some photos from Memphis.

I did have a really good meal, a Pink Flamingo drink and a pulled pork sandwich at Alfred’s on Beale Street. It was a good choice! And it was a quiet spot to sit and relax, and I got to keep the flamingo. If it gets home safe, it is going to the cabin with me this summer! One problem with traveling so much is that I have developed odd times to stop and eat. I have to admit, getting back to a regular schedule will be nice. I think when I get to Naples my first stop at the grocery store will be to buy a pile of fruit and salad mixings! I did purchase two t-shirts to memorialize my stop on Beale Street. 🙂 I love all the trolley cars, I wish we had some in Minneapolis.

I have to say, the waterfront park was very pretty and I spent a bit of time walking in the park and driving along the river. The HUGE pyramid for Bass Pro Shops really stood out, but I did not have the energy to figure out how to get to it.

The Prairie Alehouse – Restaurant Review

A group from work went here for Happy Hour last week and it was a good time. Unfortunately, they didn’t start offering happy hour prices until the day AFTER, but it was still good. I tried the hoison wings, Cajun wings (dry rub), parmesan fries, sick pickle and the cheese curds. The cheese was tempura battered and very light and non-greasy. The wings were HUGE and tasted great. My only complaint was the fries, the parmesan was so fine it tasted kind of like grit and not a good combination. I will have to try it for lunch!

2014 Update – this restaurant really never found its place and is now closed. Try its replacement, Tavern 4 & 5 as they are really good and the staff are great.