Best of Memphis 2025: Most Popular StyleBlueprint Articles

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From crave-worthy new restaurants to inspiring creatives and stunning homes, these StyleBlueprint stories captured our Memphis readers’ attention all year long. Whether you’re revisiting a favorite or discovering a must-read you missed, enjoy a look back at the 10 most popular StyleBlueprint Memphis articles of 2025, beginning with the fan-favorite!

New Memphis Restaurants

Our guide to the newest Memphis restaurants is updated monthly, so you can stay on top of the city’s freshest flavors. In the most recent edition, three standout spots offer creative seasonal drinks, Spanish-inspired tapas, and bold Southern flavors. Additionally, we included a few exciting additions that will open early next year. You can find the complete list (and previous restaurant openings!) HERE.

An overhead view of a table filled with various Indian dishes, including grilled meats, curries, rice, breads, fried snacks, and desserts on white plates at one of the top new Memphis restaurants. — Social Desiii opened in Collierville in November, becoming one of the numerous new eateries added to the Memphis restaurant scene in 2025. Image: Facebook

Interior Designer Crushes: The Sisters Behind City Hill Design

Founded by sisters Katie Norrid and Amy Mobley, Memphis-based City Hill Design blends natural materials, thoughtful details, and modern luxury to create homes that are both stylish and livable. From cozy family spaces to bold statement powder rooms, their projects reflect a seamless mix of tradition, texture, and personality. Get to know Katie and Amy HERE.

Two women sit on the floor, another perches on a stool, all in jeans and ankle boots against a plain white backdrop. — Amy Mobley and Katie Norrid of City Hill Design were some of our standout Interior Designer Crushes of 2025. Image: Sarah Voigt

Meet Memphis Artist Alexandra Baker

Abstract artist Alexandra Baker transforms emotion, faith, and color into vibrant, spiritually inspired works that heal both herself and others. Known for her “Healing Thru Color” approach, Alexandra has captivated audiences locally and abroad — from British Vogue to Vanity Fair London. Explore her story and bold, expressive pieces HERE.

Alexandra Baker, in paint-splattered clothes, stands in an art studio holding a paint bottle, surrounded by paintings, crumpled paper, and art supplies. — Alexandra Baker was one of our many inspiring Memphis FACES in 2025. Image: Sam Barnett

The New ‘American South’ MICHELIN Guide — Simplified!

The MICHELIN Guide finally arrived in the American South this year, recognizing the region’s best restaurants with Stars, Bib Gourmand distinctions, Green Stars, and MICHELIN Recommended honors. A handful of Memphis restaurants earned recognition — including one Bib Gourmand and four MICHELIN Recommended spots — highlighting the city’s thriving culinary scene. Find the complete list HERE.

A chef wearing a cap prepares pizzas at a kitchen counter in Memphis, adding toppings under hanging lights, with plates and ingredients in the background. — Hog and Hominy earned a coveted Bib Gourmand distinction from the MICHELIN Guide, recognized for its outstanding food at an approachable price. Image: Facebook

This Parisian-Inspired Wedding Had a BIG Twist …

Sunshine, lemons, and Parisian charm! About an hour outside Memphis, White Raven Manor set the scene for a dreamy, French-inspired editorial wedding (The couple’s actual wedding was three years prior!). From Monique Lhuillier gowns to citrus cocktails and a playful vintage phone booth, every detail was curated for effortless sophistication. Read more HERE.

A bride in a white gown and a groom in a black tuxedo walk together outside a brick building, surrounded by greenery and floral arrangements, capturing the romantic charm of a Parisian wedding. — This photo shoot was first conceptualized by photographer Elizabeth Hoard (who shot this real couple’s ACTUAL wedding three years earlier) and floral guru Joanna Dyer of Snapdragon Floral. Image: Elizabeth Hoard Photography

Lakefront Living Meets Contemporary Design in This Memphis Family Home

When interior designer Galey Grimes stepped into this Memphis lakefront home, she wasn’t starting from scratch — she was enhancing a thoughtfully designed family haven. Galey layered timeless style over everyday livability, blending warm woods, textured neutrals, and functional elegance. From cozy corners to open gathering spaces, every detail was curated to honor the family’s lifestyle while elevating the home’s refined foundation. Take a look inside this stunning home HERE.

A modern living room with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, a stone fireplace with a TV above, and a black accent wall with a staircase on the left. — Cozy seating surrounds the fireplace in this family-friendly living room designed by Galey Grimes. Image: Jennifer Saltsman

8 Memphis Specialty Markets You Need to Know About

Grocery shopping in Memphis doesn’t have to be ordinary. From artisanal pasta to exotic spices and global ingredients, these local specialty markets bring charm, character, and delicious eats to every aisle. Whether you’re exploring mom-and-pop gems, savoring Italian classics, or hunting international flavors, these markets prove grocery shopping can be a culinary adventure. See the complete list HERE.

Wooden shelves stocked with various grocery items, including olive oil, canned tomatoes, spices, jars, and packaged foods in a small specialty market—a glimpse into the unique offerings found at Specialty Markets in Memphis. — You’ll find a wide variety of delicious Italian products and high-quality meat at Lucchesi’s, one of Memphis’s specialty markets. Image: Lucchesi’s

Her New True Crime Podcast Uncovers “Everything They Missed”

Stephanie Tinsley made a fearless midlife pivot, trading corporate life for crime scene files. Inspired by her family’s proximity to the infamous Murdaugh case, she’s now the creator and host of Everything They Missed, a true crime podcast that reexamines a Memphis murder and the man she believes was wrongly convicted. Learn more about Stephanie and her podcast HERE.

Woman with long blonde hair wearing a white button-up shirt and beige high-waisted trousers stands against a plain white background with hands in pockets. — Hosted by Stephanie Tinsley, *Everything They Missed* reexamines a Memphis murder and a man she believes was wrongly convicted. Image: Stephanie Tinsley

Memphis’s Newest Old Hotel: A First Look Inside Hotel Pontotoc

Step into a century of stories at Hotel Pontotoc, a historic gem that’s lived many lives — from bordello to Turkish bathhouse to recording studio. Now beautifully restored, this European-style boutique hotel blends modern luxury with vintage charm, offering themed suites, curated cocktails at The Dame, and a landscaped garden perfect for gatherings. Take a look inside the hotel HERE.

Interior of a hotel room at Hotel Pontotoc, featuring floral wallpaper. — A peek inside one of Hotel Pontotoc’s beautifully restored bedrooms. Image: Unframed Media

13 Last-Minute Weekend Getaways from Memphis

Skip the flight and hit the road! Within just a four-hour drive from Memphis, you’ll find an array of charming weekend getaways full of character, culture, and Southern charm. From scenic river towns and historic cities to artsy enclaves and outdoor escapes, these destinations offer the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and local flavor. See the complete list of getaways HERE.

A person walks past Buckstaff Baths, a historic building with blue-and-white striped awnings, on a sunny day in Hot Springs, Arkansas—a charming spot for weekend getaways from Memphis. — Stroll back in time along Hot Springs’ historic Bathhouse Row, where beautifully preserved architecture meets century-old thermal baths. The best part? It’s just under three hours from Memphis. Image: Facebook

Thank you for your continued readership, Memphis! We wish you a wonderful 2026.

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