Tucson FoodieCelebrating local food, drink, and community.
Foodie Events from September 1 – 7: HOCO Fest, Neighborhood DWTN & Mezcal

Foodie Events from September 1 – 7: HOCO Fest, Neighborhood DWTN & Mezcal

Aug 31, 20223 min read

Mercury must be in lemonade or something because we finally have a quiet week of events. Not to fret, if you’re still in town for the long Labor Day weekend there’ll still be plenty to do.reads me one week into september above a pic of michael scott yelling where is the fall weather 1

Don’t forget, you can check out our Events Directory for a full list of Foodie events happening this week and other upcoming things to do.

HOCO FEST HAPPY HOUR

Thursday, September 1 – Sunday, September 4
311 E. Congress St.

Image provided by Hotel Congress

HOCO Fest is all weekend long and so is their happy hour! From 5 – 7 p.m. each day, enjoy drink specials and complimentary samples from their sponsors. The festival itself includes musical performances, DJ sets, panels and discussions, experimental after parties, daytime pool parties, regional vendors, art installations, food and beverage tastings, and of course, Sonoran Desert culture.

STORYBOOK MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS DINNER WITH JERRY SEPS

Thursday, September 1
3719 E. Speedway Blvd.

Image provided by Feast

Feast is excited to be serving a wine dinner featuring Zinfandel, all Zinfandel, and nothing but Zinfandel with Jerry Seps, owner/winemaker of Storybook Mountain Vineyards.

The menu will include savory items such as chicory and onion rubbed confit of duck thighs, white pepper-crusted short ribs, and koji-cured pork tenderloin — all served with Storybook Mountain Vineyards zinfandels.

Cost: $100 plus tax and gratuity. There are only 40 seats available and they’re going fast. Call (520) 326-9363 to make your reservation.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD DWTN OFFICIAL GRAND OPENING

Saturday, September 3 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
61 E. Congress St.

The Neighborhood DWTN
Photo courtesy of The Neighborhood DWTN on Instagram

The Neighborhood’s newest location has taken over the former H2O Discotec spot at 61 E. Congress St., and after weeks of hosting soft openings, the crew is ready for its official Grand Opening. They’ll be celebrating their grand opening this weekend by giving away free burgers to each person that comes in from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

To learn more about their new downtown spot, check out our recent article.

APPLE ANNIE’S APPLE HARVEST CELEBRATION

Saturday – Monday, September 3 – 5 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
2081 W. Hardy Rd.

Image provided by Apple Annie’s.

If you’re looking to get out of town, go apple picking. Apple Annie’s is continuing their Apple Harvest Celebration.

Start your day off with a visit to the Orchard Grill where you will find Apple Annie’s famous Pancake Breakfast from 8 – 10:30 a.m. Enjoy freshly made pancakes with hot apple topping or cider syrup. Enjoy a stroll to the orchards where you can take your pick of the best tree-ripened apples in Arizona. After making memories in the orchard taking pictures and picking apples, enjoy a freshly baked slice of our famous, homemade apple pie or apple crumb pie in the beautiful orchards.

MADRE MEZCAL TASTING AT WESTBOUND!

Saturday, September 3rd from 5 – 7 p.m.
267 S. Avenida del Convento

Image provided by Westbound.

Swing by Westbound this Saturday 5 – 7 p.m. for a complementary mezcal tasting with Madre Mezcal — an artisanal mezcal made by hand in Oaxaca, Mexico. Looking for a little more? Join a workshop with our neighbors at Bloom Maven that begins with a tasting of Madre Mezcal at Westbound and includes a workshop on Cactus Potting at Bloom Maven.

TUCSON KNIFE FIGHT – semi-final round

Monday, September 5 at 8 p.m.
402 E. 9th St.

Tucson Knife Fight 1
Image provided by Tucson Knife Fight

The Knife Fight semi-finals are going down! Join the ruckus at The Coronet this Monday, 9/5 as the chefs and bartenders fight it out.

Article written by:

Addie Ibarra

Addie Ibarra

More about Addie

Addie Ibarra, native Tucsonan, is a fierce lover of adventure, travels, and food. Addie has her Masters in Legal Studies and hopes to one day apply that towards helping people (and animals) around the globe, while traveling and tasting along the way. So far she’s hit 4 continents and counting!

You’ll likely find her on a patio sipping wine with her 4-legged best friend, Spaghetti.

Get our free Tucson Foodie weekly newsletter

New openings, events, dish recommendations, and guides — every Wednesday. No spam.

Take us with you.

Discover the best local spots, browse the dish database, build and share your to-visit lists, support local, and join the Foodie Club when you're ready.

Advertisement

Follow @TucsonFoodie136.3K followers
From carving jack-o’-lanterns to baking pumpkin pies, a trip to a local pumpkin patch is a fun way to celebrate the season and support local farms. Here are a few spots around Tucson where you can pick your own pumpkins.🎃

• @apple_annies 
• @arizonapumpkinpatch 
• @brianandkellyspumpkinsandtrees 
• @maranapumpkinpatch 

Tucsonfoodie.comFrom carving jack-o’-lanterns to baking pumpkin pies, a trip to a local pumpkin patch is a fun way to celebrate the season and support local farms. Here are a few spots around Tucson where you can pick your own pumpkins.🎃 • @apple_annies • @arizonapumpkinpatch • @brianandkellyspumpkinsandtrees • @maranapumpkinpatch Tucsonfoodie.com
@Heartswellbooks GRAND OPENING PARTY is happening this Friday, October 16, from 10am to 8pm.💐📚🍷

@Yogawaja, @knghtmvs, @slowbodybeer, @lalalinks.tucson, @ensenadastreetfood, and their neighbors at @dilunacandlestore will also be open and joining in on the celebration!

Vegan & gluten-free options🎉@Heartswellbooks GRAND OPENING PARTY is happening this Friday, October 16, from 10am to 8pm.💐📚🍷 @Yogawaja, @knghtmvs, @slowbodybeer, @lalalinks.tucson, @ensenadastreetfood, and their neighbors at @dilunacandlestore will also be open and joining in on the celebration! Vegan & gluten-free options🎉
Foodie mixer at @kindeethaiaz!🌸 Thank you to Kin Dee Thai and everyone who came out to enjoy the evening with us!

Want to explore Tucson’s restaurant scene, eat at exclusive dinners with local chefs, and get $7,500+ in perks at 130 local spots? Tap the Tucson Foodie membership link in bio.Foodie mixer at @kindeethaiaz!🌸 Thank you to Kin Dee Thai and everyone who came out to enjoy the evening with us! Want to explore Tucson’s restaurant scene, eat at exclusive dinners with local chefs, and get $7,500+ in perks at 130 local spots? Tap the Tucson Foodie membership link in bio.
IOU Sushi III has closed. The all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant on North Oracle Road announced the news on Facebook after about 10 years in Tucson. “This is the hardest post I’ve had to write,” the owners said. The post continued, “we have met some great friends who have become family to us.” Tucson Foodie first visited the restaurant in 2017, when it operated as IOU Sushi IV. 

Read the full story on tucsonfoodie.com.IOU Sushi III has closed. The all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant on North Oracle Road announced the news on Facebook after about 10 years in Tucson. “This is the hardest post I’ve had to write,” the owners said. The post continued, “we have met some great friends who have become family to us.” Tucson Foodie first visited the restaurant in 2017, when it operated as IOU Sushi IV. Read the full story on tucsonfoodie.com.