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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (June Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (June Edition)

Wee-ooo, wee-ooo, wee-ooo! Wing alert, wing alert! Baseball season is here, and all the wings I’ve eaten have been home runs.

Jul 2, 20252 min read
Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (May Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (May Edition)

Wee-ooo, wee-ooo, wee-ooo! Wing alert, wing alert! Baseball season is here, and all the wings I’ve eaten have been home runs.

Jun 3, 20252 min read
Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (April Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (April Edition)

Wee-ooo, wee-ooo, wee-ooo! Wing alert, wing alert! Baseball season is here, and all the wings I’ve eaten have been home runs.

Apr 30, 20252 min read
Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (March Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (March Edition)

Even though I spent some time in Tokyo, Japan this month, I still managed to explore Tucson’s incredible wing scene.

Mar 26, 20251 min read
Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (February Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (February Edition)

So many fun events happened this month including the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, multiple gem shows, Tucson Craft Beer Crawl, and the rodeo.

Feb 26, 20252 min read
Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (January Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (January Edition)

I’m back on the grind from the holidays — always searching for new delicious wings. It’s a tough job but someone has to do it.

Jan 29, 20252 min read
Wing Wednesday with the Tucson Wing Expert (December Edition)
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Wing Wednesday with the Tucson Wing Expert (December Edition)

Happy Wing Wednesday! Merry Wingmas because mas wings are what I’ve been eating. Here is a look at what I tried this month.

Dec 18, 20243 min read
Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (Hallo-Wing Edition)
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Wing Wednesday With the Tucson Wing Expert (Hallo-Wing Edition)

Happy wing Wednesday! As the weather changed drastically in Tucson, so did the location where I ate these wings.

Nov 6, 20243 min read
‘Wing Wednesday’ with the Tucson Wing Expert (October Edition)
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‘Wing Wednesday’ with the Tucson Wing Expert (October Edition)

There was a lot to celebrate last month: I got engaged, had a birthday, and went to my nephew’s seventh birthday party.

Oct 2, 20243 min read
‘Wing Wednesday’ with the Tucson Wing Expert (August Edition)
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‘Wing Wednesday’ with the Tucson Wing Expert (August Edition)

As the weather cools off, some are gearing up for wedding season. So, I found something old, new, nothing borrowed, and a side of bleu.

Aug 28, 20243 min read
Tucson Wing Expert's Top Wings in Tucson
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Tucson Wing Expert's Top Wings in Tucson

This guide is brought to you by one of the best beverages you could possibly pair with wings– Ray Ray’s Sonoran Spirit Tea . Follow Ray Ray's on IG at @rayrayssonoran , read our article about Ray Ray's , and ask for a Ra

Jul 28, 20241 min read

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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.
THE FALL SOUTHERN AZ HOME SHOW RETURNS OCT. 16-18 WITH TWO BIG CULINARY HEADLINERS🔥 @Tcctucson welcomes award-winning pitmaster @Sloanrinaldi for an “All Things Brisket” demo at 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet. Three-time Iron Chef Tucson champion @Chef_antbanks of @Obonsushi takes the Culinary Showcase Stage Saturday at noon. The show will also feature 200+ vendors, food trucks, pet-friendly attractions, adoptable animals, HGTV’s Matt Blashaw, the Kids Market, and more. WHEN: Oct. 16-18 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. WHERE: TCC 📍260 S. Church Ave. TICKETS: $8 | $4 with discount coupon | Kids 12 & under free SPECIAL ADMISSION: • Friday: Seniors 65+ free; half-price for military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers with ID • Saturday: Half-price for seniors and the same groups • Sunday (Heroes Day): Seniors half-price; military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers free with ID ALL DAYS: $2 admission from 3-5 p.m. Free parking in Convention Center Lot B.THE FALL SOUTHERN AZ HOME SHOW RETURNS OCT. 16-18 WITH TWO BIG CULINARY HEADLINERS🔥 @Tcctucson welcomes award-winning pitmaster @Sloanrinaldi for an “All Things Brisket” demo at 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet. Three-time Iron Chef Tucson champion @Chef_antbanks of @Obonsushi takes the Culinary Showcase Stage Saturday at noon. The show will also feature 200+ vendors, food trucks, pet-friendly attractions, adoptable animals, HGTV’s Matt Blashaw, the Kids Market, and more. WHEN: Oct. 16-18 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. WHERE: TCC 📍260 S. Church Ave. TICKETS: $8 | $4 with discount coupon | Kids 12 & under free SPECIAL ADMISSION: • Friday: Seniors 65+ free; half-price for military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers with ID • Saturday: Half-price for seniors and the same groups • Sunday (Heroes Day): Seniors half-price; military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers free with ID ALL DAYS: $2 admission from 3-5 p.m. Free parking in Convention Center Lot B.
Anne Rysdale built @sheltercocktaillounge in 1961 with concrete walls, lava rock, and Cold War nerves. Today, owners Pam Santangelo and Kevin Breutzmann keep the Tucson bar exactly as regulars remember it. Inside, martinis share space with JFK memorabilia, a vintage atomic chandelier, and a suit of armor named Charlie. “Tucson is changing so much, but this has stayed the same. It’s a time capsule,” Santangelo said. Read @sea_lyon’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com Photos by @sea_lyonAnne Rysdale built @sheltercocktaillounge in 1961 with concrete walls, lava rock, and Cold War nerves. Today, owners Pam Santangelo and Kevin Breutzmann keep the Tucson bar exactly as regulars remember it. Inside, martinis share space with JFK memorabilia, a vintage atomic chandelier, and a suit of armor named Charlie. “Tucson is changing so much, but this has stayed the same. It’s a time capsule,” Santangelo said. Read @sea_lyon’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com Photos by @sea_lyon
Scratch-made Japanese ramen goes far beyond instant noodles, with rich broths like tonkotsu, miso, and shoyu. Tucson has more specialty ramen shops than you might expect. Here’s where to find them around town.🍜 @ikkyu.tucson @jaramencurry @kiwamiramenbar @kukai___ @marujapanesenoodle @maruplusaz @obonsushi @raijinramen @theramenbartucson @tossfriedchickennramen More guides on Tucsonfoodie.comScratch-made Japanese ramen goes far beyond instant noodles, with rich broths like tonkotsu, miso, and shoyu. Tucson has more specialty ramen shops than you might expect. Here’s where to find them around town.🍜 @ikkyu.tucson @jaramencurry @kiwamiramenbar @kukai___ @marujapanesenoodle @maruplusaz @obonsushi @raijinramen @theramenbartucson @tossfriedchickennramen More guides on Tucsonfoodie.com