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Sneak Peek of the new Iron John’s Brewing on Broadway Blvd.
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Sneak Peek of the new Iron John’s Brewing on Broadway Blvd.

The long-anticipated Iron John’s Brewing will soon open up shop at the Plaza at Williams Center, 5350 E. Broadway Blvd. #128, on October 17.

Oct 12, 20235 min read
The Broadway Beer & Wine Bar to Open on Sunshine Mile in 2024
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The Broadway Beer & Wine Bar to Open on Sunshine Mile in 2024

Owners Ty, Elyse, Tad, and Dulce Hammett were intentional about choosing Sol Block and The Sunshine Mile as the location for their venture.

Jun 5, 20234 min read
Crafting Community with Julie Vernon of Crooked Tooth Brewing
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Crafting Community with Julie Vernon of Crooked Tooth Brewing

While Crooked Tooth beer is world-class, in Vernon’s mind it doesn’t hold a candle to the connections forged over a pint.

May 31, 20239 min read
DRINK THIS: 520 Hazy IPA at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
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DRINK THIS: 520 Hazy IPA at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

Pueblo Vida says 520 Hazy IPA “pairs well with taco trucks, hiking Tumamoc, and sunset views at Gates Pass.”

May 25, 20231 min read
Nine on the Line: Savanna Saldate of Borderlands Brewing Co.
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Nine on the Line: Savanna Saldate of Borderlands Brewing Co.

Saldate’s head-to-toe immersion in brewery and passion for the end product, are the reasons why those beers are just so dang tasty.

May 17, 20234 min read
Beer & Coffee: Screwbean Brewing Company to open soon on Park Avenue
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Beer & Coffee: Screwbean Brewing Company to open soon on Park Avenue

Screwbean Brewing Company is set to softly open its doors next week, gradually growing its beverage offerings throughout the summer and leading up to an official grand opening festivities in the fall.

May 8, 20235 min read
DRINK THIS: Abdication Barrel Aged Imperial Stout at Dragoon Brewing Co.
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DRINK THIS: Abdication Barrel Aged Imperial Stout at Dragoon Brewing Co.

To celebrate its anniversary every year, the folks at Dragoon Brewing Company release a big ol’ banger of a beer. Dark, boozy, rich, and traditionally given a name en español to signify the year of its release (uno, dos,

Apr 28, 20231 min read
Nine on the Line: Tony Zamorano of Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.
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Nine on the Line: Tony Zamorano of Crooked Tooth Brewing Co.

If you’ve ever spotted the Crooked Tooth Brewing Company delivery van cruising around town, there’s a good chance Tony Zamorano is at the wheel.

Apr 25, 20234 min read
DRINK THIS: Chiltepín Red Ale Infusion Series at Button Brew House
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DRINK THIS: Chiltepín Red Ale Infusion Series at Button Brew House

The base beer, Button’s Chiltepín Red Ale, is brewed in the tradition of an Irish red ale, but with the very Sonoran addition of chiltepín peppers and citrus zest.

Apr 20, 20232 min read
DRINK THIS: Perry’s Pear Cider at Bawker Bawker Cider House
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DRINK THIS: Perry’s Pear Cider at Bawker Bawker Cider House

The time is ripe to try Bawker Bawker Cider House’s very first all-pear hard cider. In Bawker Bawker’s two-plus years of being Tucson’s first and only hard cider house, all of their vibrant ciders have had one major thin

Apr 14, 20231 min read
Tucson’s first meadery, Brillé Mead Company, is opening soon
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Tucson’s first meadery, Brillé Mead Company, is opening soon

With a grand opening on Friday, April 14, Brillé Mead Company will be the first meadery in Tucson, and only the fifth commercial meadery in all of Arizona.

Apr 12, 20233 min read
DRINK THIS: Vidathena IPA at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
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DRINK THIS: Vidathena IPA at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

This beer is the perfect pint to raise in honor of the women in your life. Vidathena IPA can be found on tap and in cans at Pueblo Vida Brewing and in your favorite local taprooms.

Mar 29, 20231 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