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Melissa Stihl

Melissa hails from Brooklyn where she worked for a whole animal craft butchery company. She is now a professional Instagrammer in Tucson and believes everything is better in taco form. Follow her Instagram adventures on @mstihl.

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Guide to 9 creative elote-inspired dishes in Tucson
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Guide to 9 creative elote-inspired dishes in Tucson

Everyone seems to remember their first elote experience. Mine was in a suburban part of southern California, where a friend contributed a batch of elote to a potluck. My friend, […]

Mar 2, 20205 min read
12 cheese boards to pair with your wine (’cause we’re classy like that)
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12 cheese boards to pair with your wine (’cause we’re classy like that)

Whether you’re looking for a place that curates the perfect cheese boards or simply need an escape from the chaos of home or work life, pairing wine with cheese is […]

Feb 7, 20205 min read
Pumpkin spice everything! 15 locally made pumpkin treats to try
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Pumpkin spice everything! 15 locally made pumpkin treats to try

Yes, pumpkin spice can be considered basic, but there’s a time and place for seasonal treats. We don’t get giddy at the release of Starbucks’ famous themed drinks or buy […]

Oct 3, 20197 min read
Fill your Feed: 15 Tucson Restaurants Killing it on Instagram
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Fill your Feed: 15 Tucson Restaurants Killing it on Instagram

Last year, before hipster-haven Hotel McCoy opened, the Tucson Foodie Instagram account was tagged in this post: https://www.instagram.com/p/BgtrBw8hWlO/ My phone was passed around our office (much laughter ensued) and w

Mar 21, 20196 min read
Nuts about Peanut Butter: 13 PB-Flavored Foods to Try in Tucson
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Nuts about Peanut Butter: 13 PB-Flavored Foods to Try in Tucson

Almond Butter is too healthy. And Sesame Seed Butter? Too trendy. Peanut Butter is where it’s at. Maybe it’s a throwback nostalgia kind of love, triggered by years of brown […]

Feb 4, 20199 min read
Join Tucson Foodie for Happy Hour at Culinary Dropout 4 p.m., Wed, Aug 1
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Join Tucson Foodie for Happy Hour at Culinary Dropout 4 p.m., Wed, Aug 1

Join the Tucson Foodie crew for Happy Hour at Culinary Dropout! We will be hosting, serving up some delicious eats, and dominating the ping pong […]

Jul 31, 20181 min read
The 25 Most Instagrammable Restaurants in Tucson
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The 25 Most Instagrammable Restaurants in Tucson

Are you one of those people who always snaps a quick shot before you dig into your meals? We are, and we are done apologizing to our friends and dining […]

May 30, 20181 min read
“Forty Ounce Rosé” Now Available at Time Market, Tucson Hop Shop
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“Forty Ounce Rosé” Now Available at Time Market, Tucson Hop Shop

Summer time is approaching just as quickly as the temperatures are rising. With the sunshine comes the onset of all things rosé in the wine world. But fear not Tucson, […]

Apr 11, 20181 min read
Eats Guide: Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 2018
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Eats Guide: Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair 2018

The biannual Fourth Avenue Street Fair begins Friday, March 2. And what good is Tucson Foodie if we can’t provide you with some kind of an idea of what you’ll be […]

Mar 1, 20185 min read
Eats Guide: Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair 2017
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Eats Guide: Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair 2017

The biannual Fourth Avenue Street Fair begins Friday, December 8. And what good is Tucson Foodie if we can’t provide you with some kind of an idea of what you’ll be […]

Dec 7, 20175 min read
Sand-Reckoner Vineyards 2016 Orange Roussanne Release October 28
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Sand-Reckoner Vineyards 2016 Orange Roussanne Release October 28

Sand-Reckoner Vineyards is set to launch their inaugural 2016 Orange Roussanne this Saturday, October 28. If you’re unfamiliar with orange wine, they’re made with white grapes using a process known […]

Oct 27, 20172 min read
Sharing is Caring With New Fall Menu Update at Playground (at Martin Drug Co.)
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Sharing is Caring With New Fall Menu Update at Playground (at Martin Drug Co.)

SPONSORED CONTENT Looking for a place to hang out during game days without all the tailgate-prep? Grab your fellow football fans (American or European, whatever you’re into…) and let Playground […]

Sep 25, 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