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In our city, \u201csoul\u201d isn\u2019t just a word. It\u2019s a feeling, it\u2019s a movement, it\u2019s a vibe. As Memphians, we wear soul with pride. Our city isn\u2019t just<\/em><\/strong> the birthplace of musical icons or the city where food, music, and culture come to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our city\u2019s soul is described by generosity that knows no bounds and the thousands of Memphians building community with each other on the daily. It\u2019s the activism that stirring in our hearts, pushing each other and the world to see better and do better. It\u2019s in the limitless innovation fueling insatiable curiosity and so, so much more. Memphis has always been a place of big hearts and even bigger ideas, where the spirit of soul finds its home. So, when you\u2019re seeing your fellow Memphians\u2019 faces across the city, you\u2019re seeing a mirror reflecting our collective pride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll be sharing stories of how your fellow Memphians connect with our city through food, fitness, music, and so much more! Be sure to keep an eye out for billboards across the city featuring some familiar faces!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet CHEF MO<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chef Monique Williams is a celebrated Memphis-based chef known for her creative take on Southern cuisine as the brilliant mind behind Biscuits and Jams<\/a>! She has built a reputation for her innovative dishes that honor Memphis\u2019 rich culinary heritage while pushing the boundaries of traditional Southern cooking. Chef Mo has been featured across the city and country and her expertise and vibrant personality have made her a prominent figure in Memphis\u2019 thriving food scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are your top 3 local people, places, things, or organizations? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epicenter is one of my favorite non-profits in Memphis. It provides so much support for new and growing businesses. It has truly been a godsend for people in the food industry.\u00a0 Feast & Graze (Cristina McCarter) at the Brooks Museum.\u00a0 Great food, amazing exhibits, and awesome music on Thursdays.\u00a0Dos Hermanos (Chef Eli Townsend) at the Cossitt Library…those Salmon Croquettes on Thursdays are everything as well as the Tiny Kitchen concerts.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does Memphis as a city inspire you or impact the work that you do?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I grew up in the Rozelle-Annesdale area of Memphis and it was full of community and love. Biscuits & Jams is a representation of that for me. As a local restaurateur, I strive to hire people from the community, mentor people with the vision of owning their own restaurant or small business as well as be a light in Downtown Memphis.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you most excited to see happening in Memphis?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0I am excited to see the growth and the revitalization of the downtown area between Madison and Jefferson.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there another Memphian who has inspired you, impacted the work that you do, or who you’d like to shout out?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luis Toro of City and State and the former owner of The Liquor Store. When I first opened up Biscuits & Jams, Luis helped me so much with figuring things out. He will always be one of my favorite people. See you soon Luis!!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do you hope to inspire change in Memphis?\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By being an active member in our community…creating jobs, mentoring, and making myself available to push Memphis forward in a positive way.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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