In tomorrow’s Playbook I’ve got a story about doughnuts, and I’ve put away more than my share of them over the past few weeks. Believe me, right now it doesn’t matter to me if I never see another one in my life. But I will, because I won’t be able to stay away from Gibson’s on Mt. Moriah. So many people wrote to tell me about their favorite doughnut shop and some went into a good bit of detail about Gibson’s–all saying that it’s a special place.

I’ve been there many times over the years–I live in East Memphis–but I guess I wasn’t paying close attention. People in there are having fun! It’s not just the doughnuts, but it’s the atmosphere, the vibe of the place. Not long ago someone said much the same thing about Bryant’s to me–that he thinks its a special place, where people from all walks come together and break bread together every morning. A common thread is that both Bryant’s and Gibson’s have community tables. I know there’s one at the Cottage, too. Anyone know of any others?