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Gloria Knott

Gloria Knott was Tucson Foodie's 2016 journalism and social media intern. In October 2025, she founded Tucson Love Letter, a community-first publication that helps you explore the magic of Tucson.

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Tucson Love Letter Founder Gloria Knott's Favorite Dishes in Tucson
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Tucson Love Letter Founder Gloria Knott's Favorite Dishes in Tucson

I fell in love with refried beans and flour tortillas when I was in elementary school sitting at La Parrilla Suiza on Speedway. In middle school, I remember going to Rincon Market with my best friend, where I picked out

May 13, 20261 min read
Your Visual Guide to Traditional Mexican Pastries at La Estrella Bakery
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Your Visual Guide to Traditional Mexican Pastries at La Estrella Bakery

Living in Tucson means we’re lucky to be in close proximity to several authentic pan dulce options and panaderías. La Estrella Bakery is one of those, and possibly the most well-known Tucson panadería, which is Spanish f

Apr 28, 202611 min read
20 refreshing raspado spots to hit in summer
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20 refreshing raspado spots to hit in summer

If you’ve lived in Tucson for a while and haven’t heard of or tried “raspados” we’re willing to look past this. But just this once. Bookmark this article to reference […]

Aug 14, 201910 min read
Your guide to 30+ bars & restaurants on Fourth Avenue
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Your guide to 30+ bars & restaurants on Fourth Avenue

Fourth Avenue is one of Tucson’s most popular destinations. Home to locally-owned clothing stores, barbershops, salons, nightclubs, and boutiques, Fourth Avenue is Tucson’s version of San Francisco’s Haight Street. Of […

Jul 11, 201914 min read
Visit Historic Blue Willow Restaurant to taste Julia Child-inspired Cuisine
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Visit Historic Blue Willow Restaurant to taste Julia Child-inspired Cuisine

A vision for fresh house-made meals and a little something extra In 1978, Janet Seidler opened Blue Willow as a restaurant and bakery. She envisioned a restaurant with house-made food made from fresh […]

Jan 17, 20197 min read
A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring the Mexican Food of South Tucson: 15 Spots to Try Now
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A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring the Mexican Food of South Tucson: 15 Spots to Try Now

There’s no doubt that mouthwatering Mexican food is available throughout all of Tucson. But southern Tucson, located only an hour north of the border, offers some of the most authentic […]

Nov 28, 201813 min read
Nine on the Line: Chef Mary Steiger of Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro
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Nine on the Line: Chef Mary Steiger of Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro

By the time Chef Mary Steiger was seven years old, she knew she wanted to be a baker. Steiger graduated first in her class at the Scottsdale Culinary Institute and worked as […]

Feb 16, 20172 min read
9 on the Line: Chef Chic’s Wendy Gauthier
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9 on the Line: Chef Chic’s Wendy Gauthier

In 2001, after working as a chef at Canyon Ranch and Flying V Bar & Grill, Chef Chic’s Wendy Gauthier decided to venture out on her own. She felt being […]

Jan 6, 20172 min read
4th Annual SAVOR Food & Wine Festival At Tucson Botanical Gardens
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4th Annual SAVOR Food & Wine Festival At Tucson Botanical Gardens

What SAVOR Food & Wine Festival When 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat., Feb. 4 Where Tucson Botanical Gardens 2150 N. Alvernon Way More Info saaca.org Tucson, it’s […]

Jan 5, 20176 min read
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2016: 24 Tucson Restaurants Open
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Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2016: 24 Tucson Restaurants Open

If you’re not in the mood to cook a holiday feast, no worries. Sometimes we just want to relax, right? Many Tucson restaurants are open for Christmas Eve, although some close early — […]

Dec 21, 201610 min read
Celebrate New Year’s Eve & Ring in 2017 at One of These 28 Spots
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve & Ring in 2017 at One of These 28 Spots

Whether it’s dinner that floats your boat, or an all night rager (that ends at 2 a.m.), there’s sure to be a New Year’s Eve event here that piques your […]

Dec 20, 201618 min read
Nine on the Line: Seis Kitchen’s Jake & Erika Muñoz
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Nine on the Line: Seis Kitchen’s Jake & Erika Muñoz

Jake and Erika Muñoz opened Seis Kitchen in 2012 as a food truck. Expanding to a brick-and-mortar location at 100 S. Avenida del Convento in 2014, the Muñoz duo runs the full-service restaurant in […]

Dec 16, 20164 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