Welcome to this week’s roundup!
We’ve gathered the top stories, a standout social post, and other foodie highlights you shouldn’t miss. From the latest buzz around Tucson’s dining scene to can’t-miss events and exclusive perks for our Insiders, this is your go-to guide to staying in the loop.
Let’s dig in!
The Five Points intersection — where 18th Street converges with Stone and Sixth Avenues — serves as the gateway to five historic barrios. Since the 1800s, Indigenous, Chinese, Mexican, and European communities mingled here, laying the foundation for Tucson’s rich food culture.
Read the full article: Foodie’s Guide to Tucson’s Trending Five Points Intersection.
“This place has been more than a business,” said Eric Erman, co-founder of Ermanos and Portal. “There have been many moments shared, friendships forged, last calls, and candlelit conversations, but most of all we’re proud of the community we’ve created. We poured our hearts into this place with passion, allowing it to pulse with life, so seeing this chapter close is a heartbreak like no other.”
Read the full article: Ermanos Bar to Close After 10 Years on Fourth Avenue.
In September 2024, Maya Tea Company introduced Philters, a line of non-alcoholic spirits crafted with botanicals, adaptogens, and nootropics. They offer a drinking experience blending flavor, complexity, and depth for people seeking a craft cocktail without the negative consequences of alcohol.
Read the full article: Le Cave’s Bakery to Close After 90 Years in Business.
Ed Irving, Eegee’s co-founder, brought slushy drinks to Tucson in 1971. After selling the chain in 2006, he launched @Sliceandicetucson in 2020. Now, he’s turning a former Eegee’s he still owns into something new. Stay tuned for the opening!
Read the full article: Slice & Ice to Open Inside a Former Eegee’s.
Tucson’s annual beer-fest-meets-bar-crawl is back on Saturday, February 22, taking you on a journey to breweries, taprooms, and other destinations in downtown Tucson.
Read the guide: Your Guide to the 2025 Tucson Craft Beer Crawl (MAP).
While purists may insist the classic cocktail features only tequila, Cointreau, and lime juice, they’re still delicious with the addition of fruits such as local prickly pear. Even a touch of cilantro or jalapeño is nice. Here is our list of our favorite 15 places to grab a cold one!
Read the guide: Best Margaritas in Tucson.
This year, the Tucson Craft Beer Crawl is hosting at least 30 local, regional, national, and international beverage makers. You’ll see some newcomers popping up in February like Slow Body Beer, Brick Box Brewery (formerly Thunder Canyon Brewer), and Black Bridge Brewing, which is bringing its beers down from Kingman, Arizona.
Read the full article: Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Tucson Craft Beer Crawl.
Back in December, we introduced an exclusive VIP Lounge at the Vegan Tucson Night Market and it’s back! Tickets are just $25 each, limited, and can be purchased online. In other words, buy your tickets sooner than later!
Read the full article: Get Your Tickets to the Vegan Tucson Night Market’s VIP Lounge (March 1).
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