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Max McConkey

Max is a Tucson artist, painting colorful, textured abstracts; a writer, and a former non-profit executive. He loves food and sharing it with his wife. Their three dogs eat kibble. Mostly.

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Bazil’s To Go celebrates 35 years; a deep look in their history

There was a time when fine dining in Tucson meant extensive menus, a quiet atmosphere, cloth napkins, impeccable service, complimentary bread, antipasto, and soup. Local old timers fondly remember the […]

Jun 11, 20268 min read

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Villa Peru: an elegant celebration of pisco, ceviche & delightful Peruvian staples

A food and travel riddle: what nation’s cuisine is consistently ranked as among the finest in the world yet largely unknown to most Americans? Hint: it is in our own […]

Jan 31, 202010 min read

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Enter Fini’s Landing with fresh seafood & beer on tap in the desert

The need: a casual, fun neighborhood tavern. Taking up the cause: Doug Finical and Scott Mencke, friends since their University of Arizona days. The result: The 2012 founding of Fini’s […]

Dec 3, 20197 min read

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Daniel Scordato’s “Postosano” to open with gourmet Italian takeout fare

Celebrated Tucson restaurateur Daniel Scordato is currently overseeing the preparation of a new Foothills eatery — one that he characterizes as “gourmet Italian takeout.” Postosano (“healthy place” in Italian), scheduled

Sep 24, 20192 min read

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Internationally acclaimed Tucson restaurant Cafe Poca Cosa remains fresh & local after 33 years

As Cafe Poca Cosa owner-executive chef Suzana Davila made her way through her crowded restaurant recently, greeting customers at their tables, a patron looked up from a generous serving of […]

May 30, 201912 min read

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Experience Fine Northern Italian Cuisine at Caffe Torino in the Foothills

Visitors to Italy who stray from well-tread tourist paths in small villages or obscure city neighborhoods often report the discovery of charming cafes, trattorias, and ristorantes — family owned and […]

Apr 3, 20196 min read

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Pappoule’s: 30+ Years of Tender Gyros & Greek Flavors in Tucson

A traditional Greek menu — fresh fruits, fish, legumes, nuts, poultry, vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, and red wine — might well be the original Mediterranean Diet. And nutritionists suggest […]

Mar 13, 20197 min read