If the Gods of golf are only going to give you one moment in time, the one they granted Shaun Micheel was pretty special. Coming to the 72nd hole of the 2003 PGA Championship at Oak Hill CC with a one-shot lead over Chad Campbell, Micheel rifled a 7-iron to within inches of the cup. Since that day he has struggled with a series of physical issues, including major shoulder surgery.

But while Micheel may be best known for that one memorable shot, in Memphis he is better known as a favorite son. His father, Buck, was one of the original FedEx pilots. Shaun may have been born in Orlando, but his heart and home are in Memphis, where he is as comfortable backstage with his pals in KISS as he is in a dry-rub rib joint.

COURSES
I had the good fortune of growing up at Colonial CC, which is one of the city's more venerable courses. Colonial South is where the PGA Tour played the Memphis event when Danny Thomas had his name on it. Colonial became famous when Al Geiberger shot the tour's first 59. It's a private course, but if you can find a way to get on it, it's an incredible layout.

Last year Justin Timberlake opened up Mirimichi GC, an old public course that he bought and had rennovated. The course has won several environmental awards, including one from the Audubon Society for its wildlife habitat and water conservation. In addition to a regulation 18-hole course, there's also a nine-hole executive course, Little Mirimichi, and short- game practice area. TPC Southwind is where they now play the St. Jude Classic. It's one of the more difficult TPCs we play. Memphis CC is another gem where local legend Cary Middlecoff hung out.

DINING
Memphis is all about dry-rub barbecue. Rendezvous is my favorite place. The Rendezvous ribs, well there's nothing like them. There are plenty of other good places too. Corky's is probably the most advertised. There's also Interstate Barbecue and Neely's Bar-B-Que.

For finer dining there's a place down-town called Felicia Suzanne's that offers great food. Suzanne is the actual chef. She worked with Emeril Lagasse for a while. Great Southern dishes.

With two young boys, I don't get to go out and do the sports bar thing much anymore, but Booyas Burrito Beach is a hybrid Tex-Mex restaurant and sports bar with a bunch of big TVs and good food. If you're looking to catch a game, you could do worse.

WHERE TO STAY
The best place to stay in the city is The Peabody. It's a classic-style hotel that's famous for its ducks, which march to and from the hotel lobby twice a day. The ducks date back to the 1930s. Plus it's in a great location; when you walk out the front door, you've got the Rendezvous right across the street.

DON'T MISS
When people think of Memphis, they either think of Elvis or FedEx. You've definitely got to go to Graceland and learn about the King of Rock n' Roll. A good place to take the kids is the Memphis Botanic Garden. And the Memphis Zoo is among the best in the country. It's got polar bears and penguins and pandas.

And you shouldn't miss Beale Street. They really fixed it up, made it more family oriented. There are enough restaurants the kids can go in. B.B. King's is there. You've got the FedEx Forum and the Gibson Guitar factory right there. It's kind of a nice little package.

Zane Lamprey's Drinking Made Easy Guide To Memphis, 2011

Memphis is known as the ‘home of the blues’ and is the perfect place to find good music, rich history, great BBQ, and some hefty drinks. Zane and Steve will be taking on some of the biggest drinks available and even learn how to make Purple Sizzurp with Academy Award winning group Three 6 Mafia. This episode is full of infamous cocktails and great establishments, but be warned…Zane and Steve are handling guns in this episode…uh oh.

WHERE WE WENT

• The Peabody: In the heart of “Blues City,” you’ll find The Peabody Memphis, a magnificent Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond historic hotel. This exquisite hotel is also home to the famous Peabody ducks who make their daily march on a red carpet to the lobby fountain. Ste 8, 149 Union Avenue Memphis, TN 38103-2684 (901) 529-4000
• Boscos: Guests of Boscos can choose from chef-created daily specials, appetizers, salads, entrees, and gourmet pizzas baked in their brick oven. They offer a variety of award-winning, handcrafted beers including internationally recognized Famous Flaming Stone, Midtown Brown, seasonal beers, and many others. 2120 Madison Avenue Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 432-2222
• Blues City Cafe: Located on historic Beale Street, Blues City Cafe offers great southern style food such as BBQ ribs, southern fried catfish, and broiled steaks, not to mention their over-sized drinks built specifically for walking up and down Beale Street. 138 Beale Street Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 526-3637
• Silky O’Sullivan’s: Of all the things to do and see, nothing keeps people returning to Silky’s quite like their selection of smooth, cold, name-your-proof libations. Silky’s is also known for their BBQ and you can often find Silky himself communing with guest outside his famous Beale Street establishment. 183 Beale Street Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 522-9596
• Silly Goose: The Silly Goose Lounge is located in the heart of the downtown social scene, and is the venue for after work and after dark. Come in and be seduced by the elegant yet urban decor or enjoy the view from their elevated patios. 100 Peabody Pl Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 435-6915

WHAT WE DRANK

The Peabody Mint Julep Recipe

Walk Me Down Recipe

The Diver Recipe

Purple Sizzurp Recipe

Peanut Butter Martini Recipe

What We Featured

• Flaming Stone Beer: “One of the most interesting beers in the world is brewed in a region far better known for blues, country music and barbecue. “Famous Flaming Stone,” brewed by Memphis and Nashville-based Boscos is featured in Michael Jackson’s new book, Ultimate Beer. Boscos’ staff is thrilled that beer and spirits expert, Michael Jackson included their brew among internationally recognized beers.”
• Ole Smoky Moonshine: “This is a local family business. Our whiskey is born in the fertile soil of East Tennessee farms where our corn is raised and then transported to our family’s mill to be ground for Tennessee’s original moonshine. At the distillery, you can see the grains converted into the clear corn liquor this part of the country is famous for.”