Raising Cane's is set to open a new location in Southaven, Mississippi, which will be the chain's first in the Greater Memphis area. The planning commission approved the site, with construction expected to start in late 2023.

The Shed BBQ won the Grand Champion title at the 46th Memphis in May World Barbecue Cooking Contest, with victories also for Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q and Heath Riles BBQ Team.

Memphis hosted the inaugural SmokeSlam BBQ festival with over 50 teams competing for $250,000 in prizes, offering food, music, and community activities.