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Kendra is a wordsmith and peanut butter connoisseur. She is often spotted in coffee shops, wildly turning textbook pages and soaking in the Tucson sunlight.

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Geronimo’s Revenge: Sonoran-Inspired Comfort Food on the Prowl
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Geronimo’s Revenge: Sonoran-Inspired Comfort Food on the Prowl

Cuisine from food truck Geronimo’s Revenge isn’t angry. In fact, it might even save you from a rough morning if you see it at 1 a.m. and are wise enough to place […]

Sep 20, 20174 min read
Fresco’s House-made Meats Continue to Steal the Show
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Fresco’s House-made Meats Continue to Steal the Show

The smoked meats and homemade sauces at Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria are serious game-changers for the Italian food scene in Tucson. Owner Mat Cable bought and renamed the joint in […]

Aug 23, 20173 min read
BBQ Rush: Beastly Barbecue in an RV Park
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BBQ Rush: Beastly Barbecue in an RV Park

There are two especially appetizing aromas that work wonders at luring customers: spice and smoke. In a high-traffic area like a mall or plaza, barbecue restaurants don’t have to do […]

Aug 9, 20174 min read
Danzeisen Dairy: Exemplary Arizona Milk in a Glass Bottle
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Danzeisen Dairy: Exemplary Arizona Milk in a Glass Bottle

Ever notice the beautiful glass bottles of milk lining the dairy isles of our local grocery stores? The product is courtesy of Danzeisen Dairy, a family-owned farm about two hours away […]

Jun 30, 20173 min read
Gluten Free Devotion: Dedicated – A Gluten Free Bakery and Coffee Shop
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Gluten Free Devotion: Dedicated – A Gluten Free Bakery and Coffee Shop

Rebecca Wicker was an accountant for 20 years before opening Dedicated – A Gluten Free Bakery and Coffee Shop. A few years before, her husband Gordon struggled with a litany of health […]

Jun 21, 20174 min read
Taqueria Pico de Gallo: Sensational Sonoran Street Food on the Cheap
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Taqueria Pico de Gallo: Sensational Sonoran Street Food on the Cheap

When Ignacio “Nacho” Delgado is asked about his favorite item on the menu, he smiles. “I love everything,” said Nacho, co-owner of Taqueria Pico de Gallo. “This is the food […]

May 31, 20173 min read
Goodness Skyline: Bright & Colorful Conscious Eating
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Goodness Skyline: Bright & Colorful Conscious Eating

Goodness Skyline offers nutritious and filling cuisine in a trendy-modern hideaway before a beautiful backdrop of the Catalina Mountains. The space at the intersection of Campbell and Skyline brings laid back […]

May 3, 20173 min read
D’s Island Grill JA: Spicy Stews & Cooling Caribbean Refreshments
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D’s Island Grill JA: Spicy Stews & Cooling Caribbean Refreshments

Hidden among apartment complexes inside of a drab shopping center awaits D’s Island Grill JA (JA for Jamaica), a secret island getaway. From food truck to brick and mortar location, […]

Apr 26, 20174 min read
Speed Up to Omar’s Hi-Way Chef Restaurant to Fuel Your Appetite
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Speed Up to Omar’s Hi-Way Chef Restaurant to Fuel Your Appetite

Next time you find yourself cruising around town on Interstate 10 looking for an impeccable breakfast joint without a wait, treat yourself to a meal at one of Tucson’s only Pulp […]

Apr 5, 20172 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