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Love is the secret ingredient for this Memphis soul food restaurant

B.J. Chester Tamayo opened Alcenia's soul food restaurant in Memphis 20 years ago after the death of her son - but she knew nothing about food at the time. She says it's the love she has that attracts people from around the world. NBC's Harry Smith has this week's Sunday Closer.
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By TODAY

B.J. Chester Tamayo opened Alcenia's soul food restaurant in Memphis 20 years ago after the death of her son – but she knew nothing about food at the time. She says it’s the love she has that attracts people from around the world. NBC’s Harry Smith has this week’s Sunday Closer.