I have a bone to pick.

     O.K. I have a bone to pick. The Flyer's 2014 Best of Memphis list came out last week. Really! These same old retreads? At least Pete and Sam's finally got displaced as best Italian. Have enough of their clientele gracefully moved on to a better place that their grandchildren can stop voting for them? Whatever the case, they still got second! And Huey's! Don't get me started. That ship sailed years ago as far as being the best of anything. Now;they are good. To a point. It's like wearing that old pair of sneakers. Just to many fun memories to not go back every once in a while. But far from the best.
   
     Now, both of these restaurants are locally owned and have been successful for many years. I have tons of respect for them. Hell, Huey's has locations all over! I would take them over any chain, on their worst days, and gladly give them my money. I am simply saying that the real best of Memphis is not being represented. If you were from another city or country; would you want this list to be your itinerary for a 10 day stay? I think not.

     So, over the next few weeks I and a select group of experts (restaurant friends of mine and music lovers), are going through the list and giving you the true best of Memphis. Not just restaurants and bars. The entire list. All national chains will be immediately disqualified. Some of the services will be given a pass.

Your input and suggestions are welcome on Twitter @memphoodie.