Eat Well, Live Well. That’s been the mantra since Nook first opened its doors nearly a decade ago. Nikki Thompson and her husband Matt Thompson have been keeping things fresh at the downtown restaurant over the years, serving light breakfasts, classic brunch bites, and creative lunches.
On Saturday, March 2, the Thompsons and the rest of the team at Nook are celebrating its ninth birthday at 1 E. Congress St. Stop by, wish them a happy birthday, and dig into something tasty to get your day started.
Speaking of which, Nook will have a birthday special on Saturday. You can get the Breakfast Nook for just $9 (normally $13) and free mini chocolate chip cookies with your meal.
The team at Nook will also be handing out gift certificate giveaways throughout brunch. Keep an eye out!
Nikki and Matt crossed paths at the Scottsdale Culinary Institute in 2003, embarking on their culinary journey together. Following their graduation two years later, they ventured to Oahu, Hawaii, as part of their apprenticeship, immersing themselves in the vibrant culinary scene and embracing the renowned aloha spirit while honing their knife skills.
Nook is located at 1 E. Congress St. For more information, call (520) 622-6665 and visit nookdowntown.com.
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Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
