A TASTE OF Memphis

RAW GIRLS

Founded by married couple Amy and Hannah Pickle, Raw Girls began life as a food truck, before a bricksand-mortar version opened in Downtown in 2021. The food ranges from dahl, bursting with turmeric, ginger and garlic, to freshsprouted hummus with tomato bread. From around $14.50 (£12.15) per person. raw-girls-memphis. myshopify.com

IMAGINE VEGAN CAFE

An institution of over 10 years’ standing, the family-run restaurant dishes up meat-free takes on classic Southern plates, from gumbo to fried chicken and waffles. You can expect a welcoming, down-toearth vibe and friendly staff. From around $14 (£11.70) per person. imaginevegancafe.com

DORY

An upmarket spot with a mission to champion high-quality local produce and reduce waste in the kitchen, Dory caters to meateaters, too, but its plant-forward plates are the star of the show. In summer, there’s a dedicated plant-based night on the third Monday of the month, or diners can opt for a bespoke vegan menu at any time. The sleek, low-lit dining room is decorated with local art and diners can see right into the open kitchen. From

$78 (£65) per person, with wine. dorymemphis.com