Mirimichi Closing?, New Chef At River Oaks, Rehab Disco

Officials at Mirimichi golf course in Millington have announced they are temporarily closing the golf course just months after opening this summer. The course appeared to be in great shape, but JT wants to make more improvements to get the course ready for future tournament play. The course is expected to reopen in July of 2010. Spring would be better for the average golfer (better weather), but who's complaining?

Jose Gutierrez has taken over chef duties at River Oaks in East Memphis. Many people know Gutierrez from his time as owner/chef at Encore and chef at Chez Philippe. River Oaks has been favorite for East Memphians for several years now. It will be interesting to see how Gutierrez incorporates his style into the menu. For those who still want the old school River Oaks feel, check out Circa by John Bragg and Grace.

If your schedule isn't overloaded with Christmas parties this weekend, you might want to tryout Downtown Memphis' newest club. Rehab Disco's "soft opening" is Friday night at 8:30. Rehab is located in the space formerly occupied by Orleans on Front (94 Front). They have done a ton of work to the place and it looks really nice on the inside and you can't miss their huge sign outside.