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Food Truck Friday: Pupusería Rosita’s
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Food Truck Friday: Pupusería Rosita’s

For the past three years, Rosa Martinez and her husband, Martin Martinez, have served traditional pupusas to the Tucson community via their food truck, Pupusería Rosita’s. Rosa learned the art […]

Jul 11, 20252 min read
Food Truck Friday: Comida del Barrio
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Food Truck Friday: Comida del Barrio

One year ago, Gabriela Alcaraz opened his Comida del Barrio food truck after years of dreaming and preparation. Before that, he ran a small auto detailing shop. “I wanted to […]

Jul 4, 20252 min read
Food Truck Friday: Chappopin Café
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Food Truck Friday: Chappopin Café

Natalia Chappotin owns and operates Chappopin Café, a café truck serving coffee, tea, espresso, and pastries. But while the business shares her name, take another look; one letter isn’t the […]

Jun 27, 20252 min read
Food Truck Friday: El Sushi de Papá La Carreta
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Food Truck Friday: El Sushi de Papá La Carreta

While Edgardo Grijalva has operated El Sushi de Papá La Carreta in Tucson for eight years. his culinary journey began much earlier. A Passion for Cooking In high school, Grijalva […]

Mar 7, 20252 min read
Food Truck Friday: Chalypau
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Food Truck Friday: Chalypau

Miguel “Nachito” Lopez has operated his Tucson-based food truck, Chalypau, for two years, sharing his passion for Mexican cuisine with the community. Despite lacking formal culinary experience, Lopez drew inspiration […]

Feb 28, 20252 min read
Food Truck Friday: Tacos de la H
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Food Truck Friday: Tacos de la H

Four years ago, Jose Arturo Salas turned his culinary passion into reality, launching Tacos de la H, a food truck inspired by his roots in Hermosillo, Mexico. “Most of my […]

Feb 21, 20252 min read
Food Truck Friday: El Chivo de Oro
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Food Truck Friday: El Chivo de Oro

Tucson’s south side houses a vibrant taco truck scene, offering an array of Mexican flavors. While many vendors specialize in classic taco fillings such as carne de res (beef) or […]

Feb 13, 20253 min read
Food Truck Friday: Tacos El Cuate de Obregon
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Food Truck Friday: Tacos El Cuate de Obregon

Doris Esquer, the owner and chef of Tacos El Cuate de Obregon and Sonora native, has called Tucson home since 2000.

Jan 10, 20253 min read
Food Truck Friday: Toy’ Comiendo Tacos de Cabeza
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Food Truck Friday: Toy’ Comiendo Tacos de Cabeza

I had to try the Torta de El Chavo, which is inspired by the beloved character from the 1970s Mexican sitcom “El Chavo del Ocho.”

Nov 15, 20243 min read
Food Truck Friday: Pizza Birria at Los Plebes Taqueria
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Food Truck Friday: Pizza Birria at Los Plebes Taqueria

Ana Luque made it a point to put a special homemade touch on everything on the menu. It’s something I’ve grown to love about food trucks.

Oct 25, 20243 min read
Food Truck Friday: 3 Margaritas Kitchen
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Food Truck Friday: 3 Margaritas Kitchen

Owner and chef Heriberto Garcia, alongside his wife Maria Santos, have been the heart and soul behind 3 Margaritas Kitchen for five years.

Sep 27, 20242 min read
Food Truck Friday: Periquín Sonoran Hot Dogs
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Food Truck Friday: Periquín Sonoran Hot Dogs

Owner Pedro “Periquín” Picón has been running Periquín Sonoran Hot Dogs for more than 13 years alongside his father, mother, and brother.

Sep 6, 20243 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