Memphis is not only the home of the Blues and the birth place of Rock and Roll, it's a city where you'll find the best French restaurant in the South: Chez Philip. The restaurant is appropriately elegant, set in the grand old Peabody Hotel which by the way is not only famous for its accommodations, but also its ducks! Later, Taste of Life will visit the backwoods and lakes of the state to discover the secrets of smoked catfish at the Pick-Quick Cat Fish Farm and Restaurant.

Peabody Hotel

Among Memphis' famous landmarks is the historic Peabody Hotel. For well over a century, the stately elegance and attention to detail have made the Peabody Memphis one of the finest hotels of the South. Inside you'll find marble columns and intricate wood and plasterwork. You'll also find some very interesting and content ducks! To the sounds of the King of Cotton March, the superstar Peabody Ducks march down from their penthouse suite to spend the day pampering themselves in the Romanesque center-piece fountain at the hotel. A Peabody traditional which has lived on since the early 1930's and today they have become a world famous symbol for the hotel.

Chez Philippe Restaurant

Taste of Life's fine dining choice is the elegant French restaurant, Chez Philippe, located off the main lobby of the Peabody Hotel. Chez Philippe presents an international menu with Southern surprises and a classic French approach to presentation and quality. Its elegant flower adorned dining room is a festival for the eye while the dishes are simply culinary excellence. Executive Chef JosŸ Gutierrez prepares a hearty and delicious Black Lentil Soup. Keep reading to obtain a copy of this exclusive recipe.