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Addie Ibarra

Addie Ibarra, native Tucsonan, is a fierce lover of adventure, travels, and food. Addie has her Masters in Legal Studies and hopes to one day apply that towards helping people (and animals) around the globe, while traveling and tasting along the way. So far she’s hit 4 continents and counting!

You’ll likely find her on a patio sipping wine with her 4-legged best friend, Spaghetti.

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Sneak peek at Sawmill Run Restaurant fall 2026 menu
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Sneak peek at Sawmill Run Restaurant fall 2026 menu

Sawmill Run's new fall menu on Mount Lemmon adds smoky cocktails, autumn burgers, and entrées like Vera Earl ribeye and maple bourbon toffee pudding.

Sep 24, 20262 min read
Top 5 Bartender Picks for Sonoran Restaurant Week 2026
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Top 5 Bartender Picks for Sonoran Restaurant Week 2026

With Sonoran Restaurant Week underway, and in addition to the incredible dining options, a few standout drink pairings deserve the spotlight. From thoughtful non-alcoholic offerings to sneak previews of new […]

Sep 9, 20262 min read
That's a wrap: 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer, by the numbers
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That's a wrap: 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer, by the numbers

This summer, 253 Tucson foodies submitted 880 receipts and put more than $33,000 into 214+ locally-owned restaurants during the first ever 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer.

Aug 17, 20264 min read
Tucson’s Kon Tiki Heads to Arizona Tiki Oasis 2026 at Hotel Valley Ho
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Tucson’s Kon Tiki Heads to Arizona Tiki Oasis 2026 at Hotel Valley Ho

Tucson’s beloved Kon Tiki heads north this weekend to represent the Old Pueblo at one of the desert’s most spirited events. Arizona Tiki Oasis returns April 16-19 at Hotel Valley […]

Apr 14, 20263 min read
Lists of Tucson Restaurants & Organizations Offering Food Assistance
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Lists of Tucson Restaurants & Organizations Offering Food Assistance

One of the best things about our community is its ability to rally together, to hold each other close in a time of need, to show up for each other […]

Nov 4, 202510 min read
Tiki Tucson: 8 Bars to Escape the Heat This Summer
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Tiki Tucson: 8 Bars to Escape the Heat This Summer

Aloha, Tucson! It’s the middle of summer, its 110 degrees out, and somehow we’re all still getting up and going about our business as if we weren’t all existing inside […]

Jul 9, 20256 min read
Now Available! Tucson Foodie’s New Wine Passport
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Now Available! Tucson Foodie’s New Wine Passport

This National Wine Day (May 25) we’re thrilled to uncork a brand-new way to explore and support the incredible wineries in Southern Arizona with the Tucson Foodie Sonoita-Elgin Wine Passport! […]

May 25, 20252 min read
Tucson Foodie Sonoita-Elgin Wine Passport Launch Party
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Tucson Foodie Sonoita-Elgin Wine Passport Launch Party

This National Wine Day (May 25) we’re thrilled to uncork a brand-new way to explore and support the incredible wineries in Southern Arizona with the Tucson Foodie Sonoita-Elgin Wine Passport! […]

May 23, 20252 min read
Join Us For a 13-Course Tour of Mariscos Chihuahua’s Signature Dishes – Tickets Available Now
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Join Us For a 13-Course Tour of Mariscos Chihuahua’s Signature Dishes – Tickets Available Now

At 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, we’re heading to their iconic spot at 1009 N. Grande Ave. to savor the best of their legendary menu.

Jan 21, 20253 min read
Introducing the Tucson Foodie Cookbook Club
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Introducing the Tucson Foodie Cookbook Club

Every last Wednesday of the month, we’ll meet at a different local brewery or bar to share dishes inspired by a featured cookbook.

Jan 2, 20251 min read
New Year’s Eve in Tucson: Parties, Champagne Toasts & More
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New Year’s Eve in Tucson: Parties, Champagne Toasts & More

See what restaurants and bars have in store for New Year’s Eve festivities — there’s something for most to ring in the new year.

Dec 26, 20248 min read
30+ Restaurants That Can Hold Your Next Big (or Small) Party
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30+ Restaurants That Can Hold Your Next Big (or Small) Party

It’s that time of year to get together with your loved ones, friends, and co-workers, and if you’ve got a big group, that can prove to be difficult. We’ve put together this list of private dining rooms and restaurant-adj

Dec 17, 20241 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