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Jennifer Rothschild is an aspiring freelance food writer by night.

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7 Tucson Hikes with Nearby Eats to Ring in the New Year
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7 Tucson Hikes with Nearby Eats to Ring in the New Year

January always brings renewed resolutions and promises to try new things. After a season of cocktails, celebratory meals, and cookies, what better way to start out the year than exploring […]

Jan 2, 20196 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Sweet Potatoes, Fresh Flowers & Goat Cheese
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Sweet Potatoes, Fresh Flowers & Goat Cheese

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner (hint — it is Tuesday). Sure, you could get a stale box of chocolates and a generic card from the drug store for the […]

Feb 10, 20173 min read
Farmers Market Profile: Andrew Carhuff & Nicole DeVito of Aravaipa Creekside Growers
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Farmers Market Profile: Andrew Carhuff & Nicole DeVito of Aravaipa Creekside Growers

Growing mushrooms started out as a hobby for Andrew Carhuff and Nicole DeVito. Before long, Aravaipa Creekside Growers morphed into a full time business. “We saw a demand at the local […]

Feb 3, 20172 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Tangerines, Kale Chips & Chocolate Chip Cookies
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Tangerines, Kale Chips & Chocolate Chip Cookies

With so much going on around town, Tucson has hit that point of the year when we have plenty of visitors and more to do. In between concerts, gem show […]

Feb 2, 20173 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Bok Choy, Sprouts, Fresh Juice & Tamales
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Bok Choy, Sprouts, Fresh Juice & Tamales

All of that rain is gone and out has come the sun. If you let the wet climate keep you home the last few weekends, the markets are ready and waiting […]

Jan 26, 20173 min read
Farmers Market Profile: Sabrina Metherell of Global Fusion
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Farmers Market Profile: Sabrina Metherell of Global Fusion

Global Fusion’s Sabrina Metherell knows a thing or two about making a delicious brownie, having been a pastry chef for over twenty years. Originally beginning with a partner, Metherell held down a second job […]

Jan 20, 20172 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Citrus Jubilee, Kombucha & Vegan Baked Goods
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Citrus Jubilee, Kombucha & Vegan Baked Goods

We don’t have to think about the weather often in Tucson because it’s usually sunny and warm. Like last weekend, the weather forecast this weekend calls for rain. All of the […]

Jan 20, 20174 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Apples, Limes & Sugarcane
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Apples, Limes & Sugarcane

This week promises several opportunities for fresh, local produce. It’s citrus season squash season is ending. Enjoy the leafy greens and sweet fruit, all grown on the farms in our community. […]

Jan 12, 20173 min read
Farmers Market Profile: Paul Schwennesen of Double Check Ranch
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Farmers Market Profile: Paul Schwennesen of Double Check Ranch

Double Check Ranch, located in the Lower San Pedro River Valley, believes in responsible agriculture and producing humane, sustainable beef. Looking for a change, Paul Schwennesen took over the family […]

Jan 6, 20172 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Kumquats, Radishes & Microgreens
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Kumquats, Radishes & Microgreens

It is a new year and a fresh opportunity to begin new habits. This year, we suggest eating locally and supporting the small farmers in our area. The perfect place […]

Jan 5, 20173 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Tamales, Flowers & Grass-Fed Beef
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Tamales, Flowers & Grass-Fed Beef

With all of the holiday festivities this weekend, the market schedule is a little different. We have highlighted a few of the markets that will be up and running this […]

Dec 29, 20163 min read
This Week at the Farmers Market: Kimchi, Grapefruit, Goat Cheese & Pasta
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This Week at the Farmers Market: Kimchi, Grapefruit, Goat Cheese & Pasta

The holidays are right around the corner and this weekend is the perfect weekend to visit the markets for all of those last minute gift needs. The weather should be […]

Dec 15, 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