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Azul Restaurant & Lounge (Photo coutesy of Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa)

15+ Thanksgiving Dining Options to Gobble Up in 2018

By Matt Sterner

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november, 2018
Halloween Dance Party The Royal Room 50 N. 6th Ave.

31oct01novHalloween Dance Partynew full bar & cocktails(october 31) 9:00 pm - (november 1) 2:00 am AZ The Royal Room

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From the beginning, the cozy spot offered simple dishes with beer and wine from around the world. Now, there's going to be more to choose from alongside their sandwiches, salads,

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From the beginning, the cozy spot offered simple dishes with beer and wine from around the world. Now, there’s going to be more to choose from alongside their sandwiches, salads, bruschetta, charcuterie, cheese offerings, and more.

The Royal Room’s hours of operation are remaining the same — 4 p.m. – 2 a.m. — but the Halloween Dance Party is their official delivery of the full bar and specialty cocktail menu.

The dance party starts at 9 p.m.

There’s going to be plenty of entertainment with DJs, spooky decor, a costume contest, and drink specials for those dancing the night away in costume.

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October 31 (Wednesday) 9:00 pm - November 1 (Thursday) 2:00 am AZ

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The Royal Room
50 N. 6th Ave.

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The Royal Room

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Tucson Stout Showdown Tap & Bottle North 7254 N. Oracle Rd.

01nov5:00 pm8:00 pmTucson Stout Showdown6 local breweries compete5:00 pm - 8:00 pm AZ Tap & Bottle North

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The local competition is bringing in six of Tucson's breweries, and they all feel like they've got what it takes to quench your thirst. Once you've tried them all and voted

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The local competition is bringing in six of Tucson’s breweries, and they all feel like they’ve got what it takes to quench your thirst.

Once you’ve tried them all and voted for your favorite, a winner for the “Best Stout” will be revealed at the end of the night.

Time

(Thursday) 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm AZ

Location
Tap & Bottle North
7254 N. Oracle Rd.

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Tap & Bottle North

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Desert Food Festival The Garden Kitchen 2205 S. 4th Ave.

03nov10:00 am2:00 pmDesert Food Festivalfood demonstrations & activities10:00 am - 2:00 pm AZ The Garden Kitchen

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Like a replica of the festivals in the past, there's going to be plenty of fun with food demonstrations and tastings that showcase the wild and cultivated foods found in

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Like a replica of the festivals in the past, there’s going to be plenty of fun with food demonstrations and tastings that showcase the wild and cultivated foods found in the Southwest.

The Garden Kitchen’s goal is preventing obesity and teaching others how to live a healthier lifestyle. During the festival, all guests will leave with a better idea on how to create cleaner meals that include ingredients like cholla buds, tepary beans, nopales, mesquite flour, and prickly pear fruit.

Pima Seed Library will be on site giving away gardening prizes and spreading their knowledge on how to create sugar garden skulls, and the AZ Swing Cats will be teaching you how to move your hips alongside the Ritmos Latinos Dance Club.

The event is free to visit.

Time

(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm AZ

Location
The Garden Kitchen
2205 S. 4th Ave.

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The Garden Kitchen

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8th Annual Harvest Festival Tucson Village Farm 4210 N. Campbell Ave.

03nov10:00 am2:00 pm8th Annual Harvest Festival10:00 am - 2:00 pm AZ Tucson Village Farm

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This year, the seventh annual Harvest Festival at Tucson Village Farm takes place from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 3. This free family-friendly event will feature a variety

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This year, the seventh annual Harvest Festival at Tucson Village Farm takes place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 3.

This free family-friendly event will feature a variety of all-ages activities, gourmet food samples, and food trucks.

Time

(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm AZ

Location
Tucson Village Farm
4210 N. Campbell Ave.

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Tucson Village Farm

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By Jackie Tran
Nine on the Line: Chef “La Fufi” Fulvia Steffenone from Caffe Milano

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