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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 9, 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 2, 20152 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