(Photo courtesy of Augustin Kitchen)
(Photo courtesy of Augustin Kitchen)

August R&D Dinner returns at Agustin Kitchen


August 6, 2025
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By Jackie Tran
By Jackie Tran

Join Tucson Foodie for a one-night-only culinary experience at Agustin Kitchen on Monday, August 18, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Celebrate summer’s peak with a five-course dinner

August’s R&D Dinner brings us to Agustin Kitchen in the Mercado District. Executive chef David Solorzano, who has led the kitchen since 2022, will craft a five-course tasting menu.

Solorzano will also appear at this month’s Desert Magic event, making this dinner a double treat for fans of his refined style.

What’s on the menu?

  • Welcome Cocktail: Gin Gin Mule with mint, lime, Diega gin, ginger beer
  • Little Gem Salad with sour cream and onion dressing, chives, fennel, and butter-braised potato panko
    Domaine Wachau, Gruner Veltliner, Federspiel Terrassen, Austria 2024
  • Grilled Peaches with burrata, chile oil, cucumber, and herbs
    Monte Xanic, Chenin Blanc, Baja California, Mexico 2023
  • Tuna Steak with tartare beurre blanc and crispy potato
    Louis Latour, Macon-Lugny “Les Genievres” Cote-D’Or, France 2022
  • Roasted Pork Loin with creamed corn and celeriac, apple chow-chow, and bone jus
    Descendientes De J. Palacios, “Petalos” Bierzo, Spain 2022
  • Cherry and Almond Meringue
    “Sparkling” De Jean-Paul Brun, FRV 100, Beaujolais, France NV

View Agustin Kitchen’s latest feature on Tucson Foodie to get a taste of what Chef Solorzano brings to the table.

Ticket details

Tickets cost $85 for Tucson Foodie Insiders and include tax and gratuity. For non-members, tickets are $99. Add an optional $35 wine pairing to elevate your experience.

Get your tickets now to secure a spot at this month’s table.

Augustin Kitchen is located at 100 South Avenida del Convento Ste 150.

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