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Tupelo’s Time to Shine

WHEN YOU THINK OF TUPELO, it’s likely that Elvis Presley comes to mind. And while this Southern city is widely known as the birthplace of the late, great rock ’n’ roll king, it’s also home to plenty of unique shops and attractions, a wide array of restaurants, and some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet.

FOOD AND FUN FIT FOR A KING

To kick off your weekend adventures in a refreshing way, pop into () and get creative with a build-your-own (), a Tupelo establishment that’s been a local favorite for almost 40 years. Their fluffy biscuits and golden-brown fried chicken are smothered with delicious creamy gravy, but you can’t leave without trying their melt-in-your-mouth Blueberry Donuts—they are a rite of passage.

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