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Dario Foroutan was Tucson Foodie's spring 2015 intern, covering general news in and around the University area.

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9 Over-Indulgent Eating Challenges in Tucson
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9 Over-Indulgent Eating Challenges in Tucson

Three orders of Hog Trough at The Hog Pit (Credit: The Hog Pit) Everyone deserves a cheat day every now and then. Luckily, Tucson’s food scene offers up a varied selection […]

Jun 4, 20155 min read
An Inside Look At University Of Arizona Student Union Dining
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An Inside Look At University Of Arizona Student Union Dining

Pick any weekday between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the University of Arizona’s Student Union Memorial Center (SUMC) and you’ll find a feeding frenzy of students and faculty rushing about for […]

Apr 23, 20159 min read
‘Dine Out For Safety’ With SACASA April 22
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‘Dine Out For Safety’ With SACASA April 22

Who will you dine out for? That’s the question the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (SACASA) is asking through their annual fundraising event that seeks to raise awareness of and benefit […]

Apr 6, 20151 min read
9 Last Minute Picks For Easter Brunch 2015
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9 Last Minute Picks For Easter Brunch 2015

Giant Homemade Bagels at The Parish Each year, Easter is a day that sees many traditions come and go. From street parades to egg hunts, there’s an index of associated activities. […]

Apr 4, 20156 min read
Metzger Family Restaurants Sharpens Focus With New Management Team
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Metzger Family Restaurants Sharpens Focus With New Management Team

In an attempt to revitalize and refocus, Metzger Family Restaurants has introduced a new locally based management team to head both Jackson Tavern, located at 2900 N. Swan, and Poppy Kitchen, […]

Apr 2, 20152 min read
Agustin Kitchen Chefs Take Second Place In Thailand Culinary World Challenge
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Agustin Kitchen Chefs Take Second Place In Thailand Culinary World Challenge

Agustin Kitchen Chef Ryan Clark and Sous Chef Brandon Dillon took second prize last week at The 3rd Annual Thailand Culinary World Challenge 2015. Ten teams of chefs from around the world competed March 28 and […]

Mar 30, 20151 min read
Maynards Market Freshens Menu For Spring, Extends Happy Hour
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Maynards Market Freshens Menu For Spring, Extends Happy Hour

Duck Confit Panini from Maynards Market Spring Menu Maynards Market is starting the season off right with a fresh new spring menu. Chef Jared Scott introduced several new hot and […]

Mar 27, 20151 min read
6 Ways To Catch Arizona’s Sweet 16 Matchup Tonight
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6 Ways To Catch Arizona’s Sweet 16 Matchup Tonight

(Photo: RoadHouse Cinemas) You probably don’t need anyone to tell you that the Arizona Wildcats men’s basketball team has an important Sweet 16 matchup game tonight against Xavier. And, you probably need […]

Mar 26, 20156 min read
Viva La Local Food Festival & Cyclovia Team Up For Tucson Tandem
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Viva La Local Food Festival & Cyclovia Team Up For Tucson Tandem

Heirloom Farmers Markets announced they’ll team up with Living Streets Alliance’s Cyclovia Tucson for the 2015 spring Viva La Local Food Festival. Held at Rillito Park, 4502 N. 1st Avenue, the […]

Mar 25, 20151 min read
Wherefore Art Thou Dinner? Arizona Theatre Company, Maynard’s Hosting Dinner & Show
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Wherefore Art Thou Dinner? Arizona Theatre Company, Maynard’s Hosting Dinner & Show

Fettucine Boscaiola (Flickr/Aaron Lai) On Thursday, March 12, Arizona Theatre Company and Maynard’s Kitchen will team up for a Romeo and Juliet-inspired dinner at 5:30pm, followed by the classic Shakespeare performance.

Mar 10, 20151 min read
American Homebrewers Association Rally at Dragoon Brewing
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American Homebrewers Association Rally at Dragoon Brewing

(Photo credit: American Homebrewers Association) The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is hosting a rally this weekend at Dragoon Brewing Co. The rally is part of a series of events that encourage beer lovers […]

Mar 5, 20151 min read
Zpizza Brings Pizza, Self-Serve Local Craft Beer on Tap to Oro Valley
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Zpizza Brings Pizza, Self-Serve Local Craft Beer on Tap to Oro Valley

Oro Valley residents have a new place to hang their hats for pizza and beer. Zpizza, a Laguna Beach based franchise, is now offering oven baked pies and the franchise’s first self-serve beer wall with […]

Mar 3, 20152 min read

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TOMORROW NIGHT at @Larosatucson!! 

SEOUL ELECTRIC💫 A K-pop + EDM dance party
featuring DJs, performances, vendors, karaoke, photo booth, and food + drink specials! Presented with
@tucsonasiannightmarket + @tucsonfoodie 

Friday, Sept 4th • La Rosa • Doors at 8 pm 

Don’t miss @Sisterstucson’s bulgogi pizza special: Beef, kimchi purée, sesame oil, sesame seed, provolone, mozzarella, and ginger soy gochujang🔥 *vegan option available!

#tucsonfoodie #tucsoneventsTOMORROW NIGHT at @Larosatucson!! SEOUL ELECTRIC💫 A K-pop + EDM dance party featuring DJs, performances, vendors, karaoke, photo booth, and food + drink specials! Presented with @tucsonasiannightmarket + @tucsonfoodie Friday, Sept 4th • La Rosa • Doors at 8 pm Don’t miss @Sisterstucson’s bulgogi pizza special: Beef, kimchi purée, sesame oil, sesame seed, provolone, mozzarella, and ginger soy gochujang🔥 *vegan option available! #tucsonfoodie #tucsonevents
Ten days. One hundred twenty-fivetables. 
@Sonoranrestaurantweek begins TOMORROW!🌵 

From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus at $15 to $55 — at least 20% off what they’re worth—giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. 

Link in bio❤️ 

#sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 
#tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizonaTen days. One hundred twenty-fivetables. @Sonoranrestaurantweek begins TOMORROW!🌵 From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus at $15 to $55 — at least 20% off what they’re worth—giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. Link in bio❤️ #sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 #tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizona
SPECIAL DINNERS DURING SONORAN RESTAURANT WEEK🌵

@Sonoranrestaurantweek is almost here! In addition to prix-fixe menus around Tucson, @sonoranrestaurantweek features a lineup of special dinners and one very special brunch. Here’s the schedule:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • 6 PM
Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Special Dinner
📍 @incasperuviancuisine 
 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • 6 PM
Penca Special Dinner
📍 @pencarestaurante 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 11 AM–2 PM
Sonoran Restaurant Week Brunch Takeover
📍 Flying V @loewsventana 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 6:30 PM
Whole Hog BBQ Dinner
📍 @bashfulbanditbbq 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 6 PM
Sunshine Wine Special Dinner
📍 @sunshine_wine_tucson with @queenofcupswines 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 6 PM
BOCA by Chef Maria Mazon Special Dinner
📍 @bocatucson 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • 6 PM
Bacio Italiano Special Dinner with @vertigo.wines 
📍 @bacio.italianoaz 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • 6 PM
Cielos Special Dinner
📍 @cielostucson 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 6 PM 
Nana’s Kitchen Special Dinner with @rombauervineyards 
📍 @nanas_kitchen_2008 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 6 PM
Wild Garlic Grill Special Dinner
📍 @wildgarlicgrillofficial 

Several events have limited seating and require tickets or reservations, so plan ahead!

Sonoran Restaurant Week runs September 4–13. Tap the link in our bio for menus, tickets, reservations, and more.❤️

#SRW2026 #sonoranrestaurantweek
#tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodieeventsSPECIAL DINNERS DURING SONORAN RESTAURANT WEEK🌵 @Sonoranrestaurantweek is almost here! In addition to prix-fixe menus around Tucson, @sonoranrestaurantweek features a lineup of special dinners and one very special brunch. Here’s the schedule: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • 6 PM Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Special Dinner 📍 @incasperuviancuisine SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • 6 PM Penca Special Dinner 📍 @pencarestaurante SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 11 AM–2 PM Sonoran Restaurant Week Brunch Takeover 📍 Flying V @loewsventana SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 6:30 PM Whole Hog BBQ Dinner 📍 @bashfulbanditbbq TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 6 PM Sunshine Wine Special Dinner 📍 @sunshine_wine_tucson with @queenofcupswines WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 6 PM BOCA by Chef Maria Mazon Special Dinner 📍 @bocatucson THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • 6 PM Bacio Italiano Special Dinner with @vertigo.wines 📍 @bacio.italianoaz FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • 6 PM Cielos Special Dinner 📍 @cielostucson SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 6 PM Nana’s Kitchen Special Dinner with @rombauervineyards 📍 @nanas_kitchen_2008 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 6 PM Wild Garlic Grill Special Dinner 📍 @wildgarlicgrillofficial Several events have limited seating and require tickets or reservations, so plan ahead! Sonoran Restaurant Week runs September 4–13. Tap the link in our bio for menus, tickets, reservations, and more.❤️ #SRW2026 #sonoranrestaurantweek #tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodieevents
Here’s a look back at what the Tucson Foodie team enjoyed during August!

Not only are these reminders of the dishes we ate, but they can also be a guide for your own decisions on what to eat here in Tucson.❤️ 

🍷@Addiewankenobi- Breakfast Board @sonoranhouse_samhughes, @revel_tucson, Bone Marrow @sawmillrun, Aguachile, hamachi, and tuna at Flying V @loewsventana 

🥯@Deathfreefoodie- Bagel @coffeetimestucson, Mochi @okashi_ice_cream_confections 

🥙@Shanereiser- Fries @shishkebabhouse, Elote Nachos with Birria @redbird_scratchkitchen, Hacienda Summer Salad The Grill @haciendadelsolaz

🦪@Jackie_tran_- Oysters @tortillaschiwas, Steak @sunshine_wine_tucson, Vodka pasta @noodiestucson, Lobster Roll @thekingfishertucson 

More on Tucsonfoodie.com 

#tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodHere’s a look back at what the Tucson Foodie team enjoyed during August! Not only are these reminders of the dishes we ate, but they can also be a guide for your own decisions on what to eat here in Tucson.❤️ 🍷@Addiewankenobi- Breakfast Board @sonoranhouse_samhughes, @revel_tucson, Bone Marrow @sawmillrun, Aguachile, hamachi, and tuna at Flying V @loewsventana 🥯@Deathfreefoodie- Bagel @coffeetimestucson, Mochi @okashi_ice_cream_confections 🥙@Shanereiser- Fries @shishkebabhouse, Elote Nachos with Birria @redbird_scratchkitchen, Hacienda Summer Salad The Grill @haciendadelsolaz 🦪@Jackie_tran_- Oysters @tortillaschiwas, Steak @sunshine_wine_tucson, Vodka pasta @noodiestucson, Lobster Roll @thekingfishertucson More on Tucsonfoodie.com #tucsonfoodie #tucsonfood