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Theresa is a copywriter, food explorer and pursuer of all things creative. Find her at theresadelaney.com.

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10+ Fun spots to meet up for a first date
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10+ Fun spots to meet up for a first date

Food is the ultimate bonding experience, and getting to know someone is always easier over a shared meal or well-crafted cocktail. But picking the perfect location for a first date […]

Jan 6, 20236 min read
Great Scot! 13 Legit Spots for Scones in Tucson
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Great Scot! 13 Legit Spots for Scones in Tucson

Any breakfast pastry lover knows the standards of a great scone: baked fresh, crunchy exterior, and a soft, buttery center filled with a number of sweet or savory flavor combinations. Some […]

Mar 15, 20195 min read
Keep Calm & Curry On: Guide to 12 Indian Restaurants in Tucson
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Keep Calm & Curry On: Guide to 12 Indian Restaurants in Tucson

Tucson has a selection of Indian restaurants to frequent, and all of them are well worth a visit for different reasons. Here’s a roundup of places to get your flavor […]

Dec 10, 20185 min read
Northeast Favorites: 27 Tucson Restaurants To Venture Out For
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Northeast Favorites: 27 Tucson Restaurants To Venture Out For

When you think about places to eat at in the Catalina Foothills, popular destinations like La Encantada and St. Philip’s Plaza likely come to mind. However, a short drive east opens up […]

Nov 12, 201810 min read
A Perfect Day in Tucson: Where To Eat & What To Do
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A Perfect Day in Tucson: Where To Eat & What To Do

Whether you’re a nature-enthusiast, a history buff or consider yourself a culinary connoisseur, there’s no denying that Tucson has a lot to do and see. And to eat. This makes narrowing […]

Mar 17, 20166 min read
16 East Side Restaurants in Tucson Worth A Visit
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16 East Side Restaurants in Tucson Worth A Visit

Tucson’s selection of east side restaurants is often disregarded by food lovers, with little to draw crowds outside of a trip to Park Place Mall or Saguaro National Monument. However, a […]

Mar 10, 20166 min read
The Screamery To Open Second Location In Midtown Tucson
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The Screamery To Open Second Location In Midtown Tucson

The Screamery, one of Tucson’s most popular ice cream shops, is preparing to open their second location at 2545 East Speedway Boulevard. East Tucson residents have enjoyed ice cream from the original location on […]

Mar 9, 20161 min read
Baja Beer Festival To Feature Over 50 Breweries, Benefit Local Firefighters Charities
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Baja Beer Festival To Feature Over 50 Breweries, Benefit Local Firefighters Charities

What Baja Beer Festival When April 23, 4-9pm Where Rillito Park More Info BajaBeerFestival.com Spring in Tucson is the perfect time to enjoy a day outside enjoying cold beer, […]

Mar 8, 20162 min read
13 Unique & Delicious Sandwiches To Eat In Tucson
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13 Unique & Delicious Sandwiches To Eat In Tucson

The formula for the perfect sandwich is simple. Two slices of bread, ideally baked in-house, a tasty sauce generously spread on each side, a protein-rich focal point, and a variety of complementary […]

Mar 3, 20165 min read
Escape To Northern Arizona For The Verde Valley Wine Festival May 7
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Escape To Northern Arizona For The Verde Valley Wine Festival May 7

Every May, the university students are finishing exams and leaving town for vacations and internships, while the snowbirds are escaping back to cooler temperatures. But how do the rest of us get away from the triple […]

Mar 1, 20161 min read
Penca Third Anniversary Celebration Tonight With Specials, Live Music
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Penca Third Anniversary Celebration Tonight With Specials, Live Music

What Third Anniversary Party When March 1, 9-11:30pm Where Penca Restaurante 50 E Broadway Blvd. More Info pencatucson.com In three short years, Penca Restaurante has carved out a […]

Mar 1, 20161 min read
Trident Grill II To Open March 1 At Plaza Palomino
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Trident Grill II To Open March 1 At Plaza Palomino

After months of anticipation, Trident Grill II is officially set to open at 2900 North Swan Road inside Plaza Palomino Tuesday, March 1. Trident Grill opened 14 years ago at 2033 […]

Feb 25, 20161 min read

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Foodie mixer at @kindeethaiaz!🌸 Thank you to Kin Dee Thai and everyone who came out to enjoy the evening with us!

Want to explore Tucson’s restaurant scene, eat at exclusive dinners with local chefs, and get $7,500+ in perks at 130 local spots? Tap the Tucson Foodie membership link in bio.Foodie mixer at @kindeethaiaz!🌸 Thank you to Kin Dee Thai and everyone who came out to enjoy the evening with us! Want to explore Tucson’s restaurant scene, eat at exclusive dinners with local chefs, and get $7,500+ in perks at 130 local spots? Tap the Tucson Foodie membership link in bio.
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