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Raising Cane’s, In-N-Out Burger, more
As the old saying goes, persistence is the key to success.
It took years, but campaigns to bring Whataburger back to the Memphis area worked. Now the Memphis-area has three locations of the Texas-based burger chain, with one more on the way.
Since Whataburger is now here, we asked Memphians which other chains they would like to see come to town.
The responses to our polls included chains like Cava, Portillo’s, SweetGreen and Jack in the Box — but there were five restaurants that stood out above the rest, each receiving numerous mentions.
From chicken tenders to burgers to Tex-Mex, here are five restaurant chains that Memphians want to see expand to the Mid-South.
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Raising Cane’s
It’s all about the chicken fingers at Raising Cane’s. Hand-battered marinated chicken fingers are fried to order and served with crinkle-cut fries and Cane’s signature dipping sauce. Other than coleslaw and Texas toast, that’s about it on the menu of this restaurant that calls its loyal fans “Caniacs.”
This restaurant chain started as a campus restaurant by LSU in 1996 and has become one of the fastest-growing large restaurant brands in the US
There are currently two Raising Cane’s in Tennessee — but both are on the East side of the state. The closest to Memphis are Mississippi locations in Oxford and Tupelo.
Julia Doyle, Raising Cane’s director of public relations, said there may be good news in store for Memphis fans of the chicken finger chain.
“We are absolutely planning to open in Memphis and are currently in the early stages of planning,” he said, adding it is too early to share details.
In-N-Out Burger
California-based chain In-N-Out Burger is renowned for its burgers, fries and milkshakes, along with a “not-so-secret menu” for customizing burgers. Known for its freshness, each burger is cooked to order.
Orders like “The Double-Double” (two all-beef patties and two slices of American cheese) and a burger “Animal-style” (served with grilled onions) have become cult-like classics.
The chain currently only has restaurants in California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon and Colorado.
In-N-Out Marketing Coordinator Patty Peña said the company currently does not have any plans to open locations in Memphis. “However, we’re delighted to hear that we have loyal customers there who’d like us to be close by,” she said.
Shake Shack
Did you know Shake Shack started as a hot dog cart in New York City’s Madison Square Park?
Founded by renowned New York City restaurateur Danny Meyer, the company now has more than 400 locations, including over 260 in the US across 32 states. It also has more than 140 international locations in cities such as London, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Mexico City, Istanbul, Dubai, Tokyo and Seoul.
The popular burger chain touts itself as “a modern day roadside burger stand serving a classic American menu of premium burgers, hot dogs, crinkle-cut fries, shakes, frozen custard, beer and wine.”
The most popular order is the ShackBurger. Available in single or double, it features a 100% Angus beef patty topped with American cheese, lettuce, tomato and Shack Sauce. We recommend ordering it with crinkle fries and a hand-spunshake.
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Nashville has four Shake Shacks.
Shake Shack did not respond to requests about any future plans to come to Memphis. (Fingers are crossed they decide to open one here.)
Chuy’s
Founded in Austin, Texas, in 1982, Chuy’s owns and operates close to 100 full-service restaurants across 17 states.
Known for its flavorful and freshly prepared Tex-Mex fare served in a fun, eclectic and irreverent atmosphere, each location offers a unique, “unchained” look and feel, as expressed by the concept’s motto: “If you’ve seen one Chuy’s, you’ve seen one Chuy’s!”
The menu features recipes from across New Mexico, Mexican border towns, the Rio Grande Valley, South Texas and, of course, Austin. With an emphasis on freshness, the tortillas are made fresh in-house. There are 10 signature sauces ranging from the mild Tomatillo to the spicy Hatch Green Chile Sauce, and margaritas are made with freshly squeezed lime juice.
The first Chuy’s outside Texas opened in the Nashville suburb of Franklin in November 2009. Today there are six locations in the Nashville area. We think the next one needs to be in Memphis, don’t you?
Chuy’s did not respond to requests about any future plans to come to the area.
Culver’s
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Power outage food loss claims | Can Moore County residents get reimbursed for food, other losses due to power outage?
MOORE COUNTY, NC (WTVD) — The power outage in Moore County will lead to residents throwing hundreds of dollars’ worth of food away after days without electricity.
“I just bought a gallon of milk, and I know that won’t be no good after three days,” said Moore County resident Tiffany Gonzales.
Before the power went out Saturday night, her refrigerator and freezer were full of food. “The ice cream I know is gone, everything in here is melted, probably about $200-$300 thrown away as we couldn’t cook it all.”
ABC11 ask Moore County leaders if there will be any reimbursement for these losses?
A representative with Moore County said, “There are no reimbursement available from FEMA or the State for Individual Assistance since there is not a state or federal declaration.
However, the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) confirmed they are in the process of requesting timely reporting and auto/mass replacement Food and Nutrition Services waivers from the USDA.”
When it comes to whether residents can file a claim with Duke Energy, Jeff Brooks says, “When we have situations that are beyond our control that occur those are typically not covered by the claims process, but with that said, Duke Energy is working with local programs in the community to try and provide assistance and support to the community. We will be looking for an opportunity that we can help customers in this area, recognizing that this has been a difficult challenge.” On Tuesday, Duke Energy committed $100,000 to support the needs of the Moore County community.
If you have homeowners or renters insurance, you’ll need to take a look at your policy or call your agent to see if food loss is covered. A representative with Allstate Insurance says, “It’s important to keep in mind that coverage limits typically apply. So, for example, even if you have $700 worth of spoiled food, your homeowner’s insurance policy may only cover up to $500. In addition, you ‘ll usually have to pay a deductible before receiving reimbursement. Limits and deductibles can vary, so be sure to read your insurance policy or ask your agent to learn about the specifics of your coverage.”
If you do decide to file a claim, make sure you document the loss before you throw the food away. Also, take pictures or videos of the food that is spoiled. If you have receipts provide those as part of your claim.
If you don’t have receipts estimate the cost of the food loss.
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has asked licensed insurance companies to be economically flexible with consumers who have been affected by the Sandhills power outages. “This criminal act has had a significant impact on nearly 45,000 residents,” said Commissioner Causey. “Many folks cannot access their online insurance accounts due to power loss. We are requesting that insurance companies be flexible with customers during this time until power is fully restored.”
In addition, Commissioner Causey has asked the licensed insurance industry to consider the following actions:
- Relax due dates for premium payments
- Extend grace periods
- Waive late fees and penalties
- Consider cancellation or non-renewal of policies only after exhausting other efforts to work with policyholders to continue coverage
In addition, Commissioner Causey is requesting that all insurance agents, brokers and other licensees who accept premium payments on behalf of insurers take steps to ensure that customers can make premium payments in a user-friendly manner. This request applies solely to individuals who have been directly affected by this incident, rather than a blanket insurance payment holiday for everyone.
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The 21 Best Vegan Foods You Can Buy At Aldi
This German-based discount grocery chain expanded to the US in 1976 and since then, has slowly gained a cult-following thanks to its innovative, house-brand products and affordable prices. Now with over 60 locations in California and more plant-based options than ever before, this store has us getting on the craze and filling our carts with these 21 vegan goods.
How Aldi is innovating vegan food
Much like Trader Joe’s, Aldi offers a plethora of private-label goods under its Earth Grown label that are exclusive to its chain of grocery stores. Think veggie burgers, hot dogs, meatless meatballs, vegetable pot stickers, and egg plant ravioli, just to name a few.
The chain’s UK locations were among the first to tap into 2019’s vegan chicken craze with the launch of its private-label meatless line, which included products such as No Chicken Burgers alongside Mae’s Kitchen Vegan No Sausage Rolls and No Beef Burgers. “The launch of our new vegan range is in response to our growing, ethically inspired customer base looking for delicious alternatives to meat, and is another example of our ongoing commitment to cater [to] all diets at everyday low prices,” said Julie Ashfield, Managing Director of Buying at Aldi. And just this summer, the brand launched its own frozen, ready-to-heat version of chicken and waffles, again staying on trend with similar launches from brands as big as Eggos and Alpha Foods.
They are also at the forefront of the vegan seafood trend with the European launch of the German brand BettaF!sh’s vegan “tunah” spread made from a blend of fava beans and ocean-grown seaweed. Its vegan tuna sandwiches launched at 4,000 ALDI stores last year, bringing consumers a more sustainable option to traditional seafood.
What’s vegan at Aldi?
Don’t miss these 21 vegan products on your next grocery run.
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1 Plant-Based Southwest Chik’n Burrito
These frozen, savory, vegan, meatless chicken burritos are filled with melted vegan mozzarella, black beans, fire-roasted corn, and peppers in an enchilada sauce. Stock up for super easy weeknight meals!
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2 Teriyaki Chickenless Bites
Protein-packed battered vegan chicken is dressed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce for an effortless addition to rice bowls, wraps and appetizer platters.
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3 Ciabatta breadsticks
Accidentally vegan breadsticks? We’re so here for that, Aldi. Choose between herbaceous basil and parsley or savory garlic and parsley to dip in zesty marinara for the perfect side for your pasta dinner.
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4 Vegan ravioli
Toss these ready-to-go vegan raviolis in fresh, bright pesto for a quick weeknight meal that’s sure to satisfy your craving for Italian food. Our tip? Sprinkle liberally with Violife vegan parm for the ultimate pasta night meal.
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5 Vegan ice cream bars
Dipped in chocolate and covered with roasted peanuts, caramelized sugar, or raspberry crunchy coatings, these make the perfect end-of-the-night sweet bites.
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6Oat milk ice cream pints
These pints of oat milk-based ice cream are so delicious. Even better? Turn them into sundaes with dairy-free hot fudge and whipped cream.
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7 Boba Bam Instant Boba Packs
These totally vegan, at-home, brown sugar-flavored boba packs take just a minute to prepare and even come with a giant, boba-sized straw to get that classic experience at home.
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8Black Bean Chipotle Burgers
Everyone is making beefy vegan burgers now, but sometimes we just crave a good old black bean patty. These simple, fiber-packed, lightly spiced patties do the trick.
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9 Vegan cheeses
From feta to bleu cheese to parm, this bargain-grocer friendly has a wide selection of dairy-free goodness. Pile on top of homemade pizzas, stuff them inside gooey quesadillas, and layer them into mile-high dips. However you eat them, these vegan cheeses are a staple.
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10 Vegan chocolate cake
Deliciously fudgy, rich Belgian chocolate cake is just one grocery trip away. Pair this with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream for a perfect dessert!
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11 Vegetable potstickers
Fry these delicious little pockets and serve as an appetizer at your next dinner party, or toss them into a bowl with rice, avocado, and cabbage for a quick weekday meal. They take only 10 minutes to transform from frozen blocks to golden brown and ready-to-eat.
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12 Vegan cheese sticks
Choose between mozzarella or cheddar breaded cheese sticks as a quick meal or midnight snack. Our personal favorite? Air fry them to perfection and then layer into a sub sandwich.
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13 Thai Sweet Chili Chicken Bowls
This easy, heat-and-eat bowl made with seitan-based chicken, broccoli, peppers, and onions is given a burst of flavor thanks to the sticky sweet sauce.
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14Falafel
When you’re rushing to pull a meal together, keep the hangries away with these easy and tasty heat-and-eat falafel balls. The garlic and herb or original are all delicious over salads, tossed in wraps, or