MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Revenue has dropped nearly 70% for a Downtown Memphis restaurant since the National Guard began staying at an adjacent hotel, according to the co-owner, Monique Williams, also known as Chef Mo.
Williams, co-owner of Biscuits and Jams, said her business model depended on Hotel Indigo, which is now fully booked with National Guard troops through September 30, according to a hotel employee.
“I don’t know how we are going to make it. To be honest with you. Not here,” Williams said.
The restaurant, which is attached to Hotel Indigo, opened the downtown location to serve as the food supplier for the hotel…