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Choose, But Choose Wisely: Three Beer Events Happening October 17
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Choose, But Choose Wisely: Three Beer Events Happening October 17

Some tough decisions are on the horizon for Southern Arizona’s growing army of craft beer fanatics. Several high-profile events are slated for Saturday, October 17. Decisions will have to be […]

Oct 7, 20153 min read
Tucson Hop Shop Opens Friday; Dragoon Releases IPA Cans; Ninkasi Brewing Takeover Today
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Tucson Hop Shop Opens Friday; Dragoon Releases IPA Cans; Ninkasi Brewing Takeover Today

You can drink a pint of India pale ale from a glass or eat it in fluff form as part of Friday’s grand opening of the Tucson Hop Shop, 3230 […]

Sep 30, 20152 min read
New Middle Eastern Joint, Pita King Express, Now Open On South Craycroft
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New Middle Eastern Joint, Pita King Express, Now Open On South Craycroft

A new home for chicken and beef shawarma, kafta, kabobs and falafel opens today at 2027 South Craycroft Road. Pita King Express will take over the space left behind by […]

Sep 28, 20152 min read
La Encantada To Gain Two New Restaurants In Former Bluepoint, Armitage Spaces
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La Encantada To Gain Two New Restaurants In Former Bluepoint, Armitage Spaces

Phoenix-based restaurateur Tom Kaufman is making his grand debut in the Tucson market with two of his concepts set to open at La Encantada, 2905 E. Skyline Drive, by the […]

Aug 19, 20153 min read
Prep & Pastry To Open Eastside Location Alongside New Sauce Pizza & Wine
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Prep & Pastry To Open Eastside Location Alongside New Sauce Pizza & Wine

Fans of Prep & Pastry will soon be seeing double with a second location planned on Tucson’s east side by this time next year. Co-owner Nathan Ares said he and […]

Jul 27, 20151 min read
Miss Saigon To Open Eastside Location In Former Just Desserts & Coffeehouse
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Miss Saigon To Open Eastside Location In Former Just Desserts & Coffeehouse

Bun Tom Nuong at Miss Saigon in Tucson (Credit: Mark Navarro) Popular Tucson Vietnamese restaurant Miss Saigon is expanding its reach with a new location at 250 S. Craycroft, set […]

Jun 23, 20151 min read
Green Feet Brewing To Open In Industrial Complex Near Ten-Fifty Five, Nimbus
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Green Feet Brewing To Open In Industrial Complex Near Ten-Fifty Five, Nimbus

(Credit: Green Feet Brewing) A new craft brewery within walking distance of Ten Fifty-Five Brewing and the Nimbus Brewery is slated to open by the end of the year. Husband-and-wife […]

Jun 10, 20152 min read
Pasco Owner To Open Red’s Smokehouse & Tap Room in Main Gate Square
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Pasco Owner To Open Red’s Smokehouse & Tap Room in Main Gate Square

Ribs (Credit: Flickr/fiftynightshades) A new restaurant in Main Gate Square, specializing in craft beer and Arizona-inspired barbecue, is on the horizon for Pasco Kitchen & Lounge owner Ramiro Scavo. Scavo […]

Jun 1, 20152 min read
Arizona Beer House To Open In Late June On Tucson’s Eastside
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Arizona Beer House To Open In Late June On Tucson’s Eastside

Arizona Beer House Owners Alvin Kuenster and Brian McBride (Photo by Gerald Gay) Tucson’s craft beer boom continues to move east with the Arizona Beer House set to open at […]

May 15, 20153 min read
Food & Wine, Redfin Name Tucson One Of Ten Best Affordable Wine Country Cities
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Food & Wine, Redfin Name Tucson One Of Ten Best Affordable Wine Country Cities

Callaghan Vineyards Lineup (Credit: Callaghan Vineyards) Tucson has been named one of the ten best affordable cities near wine country, according to a list compiled by Food & Wine Magazine […]

May 7, 20151 min read
Commoner & Co. Taps Virginia “Ginny” Wooters As Executive Chef
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Commoner & Co. Taps Virginia “Ginny” Wooters As Executive Chef

Owners of Prep & Pastry have tapped Virginia “Ginny” Wooters to be the executive chef of their new eastside restaurant, Commoner & Co. and a full-fledged partner in both restaurants. […]

May 6, 20152 min read
La Plancha To Bring Brazilian Barbecue, Latin Sandwiches To Fourth Avenue
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La Plancha To Bring Brazilian Barbecue, Latin Sandwiches To Fourth Avenue

(Photo credit: La Plancha/Facebook) A familiar face from Tucson’s culinary past has plans to open a new restaurant on North Fourth Avenue by the end of May. Irene Echeandia, who […]

Apr 17, 20151 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