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Jenn, who grew up with too many brothers, talks with her mouth full during the movie.

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COVID-19 Updates from the Community Food Bank
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COVID-19 Updates from the Community Food Bank

You’ve seen the empty grocery store shelves. You’ve seen how many of our neighbors are suddenly out of work, or have kids out of school. Now imagine the hugely increased […]

  • Mar 25, 2020
Meet the culinary superstars ready to dazzle at Art of Plating 2020
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Meet the culinary superstars ready to dazzle at Art of Plating 2020

The Tucson Foodie team is thrilled about our up-and-coming annual event, The Art of Plating 2020. The evening promises fast-paced competition packed with fun and flavor (and beautifully presented food). […]

  • Jan 17, 2020
Local gift ideas for a snack hoarder (and yes, you can buy them for yourself)
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Local gift ideas for a snack hoarder (and yes, you can buy them for yourself)

We LOVE snacks. Well, who doesn’t?! For a gift to please even the pickiest people, we have put many of our favorite, local sweet-salty-savories in one place. Whether you show […]

  • Dec 20, 2019
Crank the kitchen game up a notch with gifts for the home chef in your life
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Crank the kitchen game up a notch with gifts for the home chef in your life

Enter holiday season — it’s time to cook up a storm in the kitchen! We are lucky desert dwellers, surrounded by local farmers, artisans, and purveyors who use and sell […]

  • Dec 19, 2019
“The Page Turner” — a gift guide for recipe lovers (using local bounty)
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“The Page Turner” — a gift guide for recipe lovers (using local bounty)

With a plethora of local bounty, direction on how best to incorporate it into our homes and onto our plates is certainly needed. We have some terrific local book authors […]

  • Dec 18, 2019
What to take the host of a holiday party: thirsty gift offerings
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What to take the host of a holiday party: thirsty gift offerings

It’s that time of year when our thoughts turn to gifting (both giving and receiving). As foodies, we wanted to share some of our favorite local gifts from Tucson. Boy, […]

  • Dec 17, 2019
A cozy gift guide for the homebody in your life
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A cozy gift guide for the homebody in your life

In Southern Arizona, we’re fortunate to be surrounded by bountiful offerings from chefs, farms, writers, vineyards, distilleries, confectioners, and artisans. Let’s celebrate our good fortune this holiday season. We’ve p

  • Dec 11, 2019
The Ultimate Food Lovers Gift Guide with Local Gifts from Tucson
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The Ultimate Food Lovers Gift Guide with Local Gifts from Tucson

It’s that time of year when our thoughts turn to gifting (both giving and receiving). As foodies, we wanted to share some of our favorite local gifts from Tucson. We’ve […]

  • Dec 5, 2019
Guide to 20 indulgent desserts whipped up in Tucson
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Guide to 20 indulgent desserts whipped up in Tucson

Dearest reader, If you are on a carb-restricted or low-sugar diet, look-away! Disclaimer: The following guide lists sit-down restaurant desserts. Bakeries, donut shops, and ice cream shops are not included. […]

  • Aug 22, 2019
Brunch Must: Breakfast Salad at Agustin Kitchen
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Brunch Must: Breakfast Salad at Agustin Kitchen

This one is for those of you who crave all the flavors of a breakfast sammie without the heft of the bread. The Breakfast Salad ($12) at Agustin Kitchen features […]

  • Jul 25, 2019
Brunch Must: Vegetarian Omelette at Arizona Inn
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Brunch Must: Vegetarian Omelette at Arizona Inn

Arizona Inn is a Tucson landmark. The historic grounds are an oasis in the middle of town. Entering the dining room transports you back decades to a time when service […]

  • Jul 18, 2019
Happy hour calls for patio dining with light bites & affordable cocktails at Maynards Market
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Happy hour calls for patio dining with light bites & affordable cocktails at Maynards Market

Need happy hour inspiration? If you can picture yourself on a patio surrounded by twinkling lights behind Tucson’s Historic Train Depot with a bottle of wine and pre-dinner eats, we’ve […]

  • Jul 9, 2019

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Experience the warmth and hospitality of Greece right here in Tucson! Head downtown to Jácome Plaza for delicious Greek food, lively music, folk dancing, shopping, and plenty of cultural celebrations. 

Take the “How Greek are you?” quiz: tucsonfoodie.com/opa 

Gyros, baklava, saganaki, and so much more. 

@Tucsongreekfestival🎉

Jácome Plaza | 101 N. Stone Ave. 
Final day: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026Experience the warmth and hospitality of Greece right here in Tucson! Head downtown to Jácome Plaza for delicious Greek food, lively music, folk dancing, shopping, and plenty of cultural celebrations. Take the “How Greek are you?” quiz: tucsonfoodie.com/opa Gyros, baklava, saganaki, and so much more. @Tucsongreekfestival🎉 Jácome Plaza | 101 N. Stone Ave. Final day: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
@Proofbread is staying in Tucson!

After an October pop-up, the Phoenix-based sourdough bakery and stone flour mill has decided to keep both former @Cafefrancaistucson locations open.

The decision follows a warm response from the Tucson community, with new customers discovering the bakery and returning week after week.

Both locations are open Wednesday through Sunday, 7 am to 2 pm. 

📍 7831 E. Wrightstown Road, Suite 113
📍 3855 E. Broadway Blvd.

More details on Tucsonfoodie.com@Proofbread is staying in Tucson! After an October pop-up, the Phoenix-based sourdough bakery and stone flour mill has decided to keep both former @Cafefrancaistucson locations open. The decision follows a warm response from the Tucson community, with new customers discovering the bakery and returning week after week. Both locations are open Wednesday through Sunday, 7 am to 2 pm. 📍 7831 E. Wrightstown Road, Suite 113 📍 3855 E. Broadway Blvd. More details on Tucsonfoodie.com
Stephen and Toby are BACK

Both former @penelope.woodfired bartenders are making their return for a special tiki pop-up next Tuesday from 7–10 pm. 

Here’s what’s on the menu:

DRINKS
- Longboi Island
- Tai’d Up
- Sfumungle Bird
- Mammoth Tusk
- Banana Bastard
- The Witch of November
- Miami Vice Jello Shots
- Rusted Root Bombs

FOOD
- Seared mortadella and pineapple skewers brushed with Japanese BBQ sauce
- Hawaiian mac salad with house-made pasta and charred scallion cream sauce

Penelope is typically closed on Tuesdays, so come out for this special one-night pop-up🏖️

Photo by @addiewankenobiStephen and Toby are BACK Both former @penelope.woodfired bartenders are making their return for a special tiki pop-up next Tuesday from 7–10 pm. Here’s what’s on the menu: DRINKS - Longboi Island - Tai’d Up - Sfumungle Bird - Mammoth Tusk - Banana Bastard - The Witch of November - Miami Vice Jello Shots - Rusted Root Bombs FOOD - Seared mortadella and pineapple skewers brushed with Japanese BBQ sauce - Hawaiian mac salad with house-made pasta and charred scallion cream sauce Penelope is typically closed on Tuesdays, so come out for this special one-night pop-up🏖️ Photo by @addiewankenobi
Tucson’s Greek dining scene offers spanakopita, slow-roasted lamb, and fresh-baked baklava across the city. This guide focuses on kitchens that cook Greek food as their core identity rather than Mediterranean restaurants with Greek dishes.

Whether you want a quick lunch near campus or a long dinner with friends, this guide points you to Greek cooking. 

Make sure to stop by the @Tucsongreekfestival at Jácome Plaza this Friday, Nov. 6 – Saturday, Nov. 7! 

More details on Tucsonfoodie.comTucson’s Greek dining scene offers spanakopita, slow-roasted lamb, and fresh-baked baklava across the city. This guide focuses on kitchens that cook Greek food as their core identity rather than Mediterranean restaurants with Greek dishes. Whether you want a quick lunch near campus or a long dinner with friends, this guide points you to Greek cooking. Make sure to stop by the @Tucsongreekfestival at Jácome Plaza this Friday, Nov. 6 – Saturday, Nov. 7! More details on Tucsonfoodie.com