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Jackie Tran

Jackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.

An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.

Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.

If you’d like to stalk him, visit his Instagram @jackie_tran_ or jackietran.com.

Publicaciones de Jackie

Salvadoran eatery Asaditos Zulmyta celebrates one year with food truck grand opening
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Salvadoran eatery Asaditos Zulmyta celebrates one year with food truck grand opening

Asaditos Zulmyta marks its first anniversary and launches its new food truck September 12 in Tucson, alongside Central American Independence Day.

Aug 27, 20265 min read
James Beard-nominated chefs bring Tortillas Chiwas to Tucson
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James Beard-nominated chefs bring Tortillas Chiwas to Tucson

Armando Hernandez and Nadia Holguin, founders of Tacos Chiwas, are opening Tortillas Chiwas at 914 N. Grande Ave. in Tucson's Barrio Hollywood.

Aug 26, 20262 min read
Berry Greens Acai & Juice Bar closes its downtown Congress Street location
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Berry Greens Acai & Juice Bar closes its downtown Congress Street location

Berry Greens Acai is closing its downtown Congress Street shop after seven years. The University Boulevard location remains open in Tucson.

Aug 24, 20261 min read
Istanbul Mediterranean Express to open in Marana
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Istanbul Mediterranean Express to open in Marana

Istanbul Mediterranean Cuisine and Bar is opening a second location on Cortaro Farms Road in Marana, with new dishes and a fast-casual concept.

Aug 21, 20263 min read
Photo guide to east Tucson Mediterranean restaurant Casa Pita
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Photo guide to east Tucson Mediterranean restaurant Casa Pita

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Aug 14, 20261 min read
Le Buzz celebrates 30 years, plus Swan location specials
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Le Buzz celebrates 30 years, plus Swan location specials

Don’t wait too long to try the new Le Buzz specials, as they will disappear at the end of the month.

Aug 12, 20262 min read
Photo tour at Casa Vera, now open in former Tamarind space
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Photo tour at Casa Vera, now open in former Tamarind space

Casa Vera opens Aug. 12 at 7265 N. La Cholla Blvd. in Tucson, with a regional Mexican menu and hacienda-inspired design.

Aug 7, 20262 min read
Los Milics Vineyards launches weekend brunch at its downtown Tucson tasting room
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Los Milics Vineyards launches weekend brunch at its downtown Tucson tasting room

Los Milics Vineyards now serves weekend brunch at its downtown Tucson tasting room at 98 E. Congress St.

Aug 5, 20263 min read
Photo guide to OBON's new summer drinks & dishes
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Photo guide to OBON's new summer drinks & dishes

OBON Sushi Bar Ramen invited the Tucson Foodie team to capture their newest cocktails and dishes.

Jul 31, 20262 min read
Alchemy Foods: the Tucson meat alternative made for people who love to cook
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Alchemy Foods: the Tucson meat alternative made for people who love to cook

Tucson's Alchemy Foods makes a mushroom and pea protein-based meat alternative for home cooks and restaurants. Find it at Heirloom Farmers Market and Food Conspiracy Co-op.

Jul 24, 20265 min read
Gibson Food Hall & Market now open downtown
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Gibson Food Hall & Market now open downtown

Gibson Food Hall & Market opened July 10 at 11 S. Sixth Ave., bringing four food hall vendors, a revamped grocery, and the hidden Pearl Lounge speakeasy to downtown Tucson.

Jul 22, 20263 min read
Double Down on Fourth takes over Bawker Bawker space on Fourth Avenue
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Double Down on Fourth takes over Bawker Bawker space on Fourth Avenue

Double Down on Fourth soft opens July 19 at 400 N. Fourth Ave., bringing a Southwest saloon concept, 28 taps, and house-made dry cider to Historic Fourth Avenue.

Jul 21, 20262 min read

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@Sonoranrestaurantweek is here! Join us today through September 13 for 10 days of dining across Tucson.🌵🥂

In addition to prix-fixe menus around Tucson, @sonoranrestaurantweek features a lineup of special dinners and one very special brunch. Here’s the schedule:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • 6 PM
Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Special Dinner
📍 @incasperuviancuisine 
 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • 6 PM
Penca Special Dinner
📍 @pencarestaurante 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 11 AM–2 PM
Sonoran Restaurant Week Brunch Takeover
📍 Flying V @loewsventana 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 6:30 PM
Whole Hog BBQ Dinner
📍 @bashfulbanditbbq 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 6 PM
Sunshine Wine Special Dinner
📍 @sunshine_wine_tucson with @queenofcupswines 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 6 PM
BOCA by Chef Maria Mazon Special Dinner
📍 @bocatucson 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • 6 PM
Bacio Italiano Special Dinner with @vertigo.wines 
📍 @bacio.italianoaz 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • 6 PM
Cielos Special Dinner
📍 @cielostucson 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 6 PM 
Nana’s Kitchen Special Dinner with @rombauervineyards 
📍 @nanas_kitchen_2008 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 6 PM
Wild Garlic Grill Special Dinner
📍 @wildgarlicgrillofficial 

Several events have limited seating and require tickets or reservations, so plan ahead!

Sonoran Restaurant Week runs September 4–13. Tap the link in our bio for menus, tickets, reservations, and more.❤️

#SRW2026 #sonoranrestaurantweek
#tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodieevents@Sonoranrestaurantweek is here! Join us today through September 13 for 10 days of dining across Tucson.🌵🥂 In addition to prix-fixe menus around Tucson, @sonoranrestaurantweek features a lineup of special dinners and one very special brunch. Here’s the schedule: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • 6 PM Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Special Dinner 📍 @incasperuviancuisine SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • 6 PM Penca Special Dinner 📍 @pencarestaurante SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 11 AM–2 PM Sonoran Restaurant Week Brunch Takeover 📍 Flying V @loewsventana SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 6:30 PM Whole Hog BBQ Dinner 📍 @bashfulbanditbbq TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 6 PM Sunshine Wine Special Dinner 📍 @sunshine_wine_tucson with @queenofcupswines WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 6 PM BOCA by Chef Maria Mazon Special Dinner 📍 @bocatucson THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • 6 PM Bacio Italiano Special Dinner with @vertigo.wines 📍 @bacio.italianoaz FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • 6 PM Cielos Special Dinner 📍 @cielostucson SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 6 PM Nana’s Kitchen Special Dinner with @rombauervineyards 📍 @nanas_kitchen_2008 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 6 PM Wild Garlic Grill Special Dinner 📍 @wildgarlicgrillofficial Several events have limited seating and require tickets or reservations, so plan ahead! Sonoran Restaurant Week runs September 4–13. Tap the link in our bio for menus, tickets, reservations, and more.❤️ #SRW2026 #sonoranrestaurantweek #tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodieevents
TOMORROW NIGHT at @Larosatucson!! 

SEOUL ELECTRIC💫 A K-pop + EDM dance party
featuring DJs, performances, vendors, karaoke, photo booth, and food + drink specials! Presented with
@tucsonasiannightmarket + @tucsonfoodie 

Friday, Sept 4th • La Rosa • Doors at 8 pm 

Don’t miss @Sisterstucson’s bulgogi pizza special: Beef, kimchi purée, sesame oil, sesame seed, provolone, mozzarella, and ginger soy gochujang🔥 *vegan option available!

#tucsonfoodie #tucsoneventsTOMORROW NIGHT at @Larosatucson!! SEOUL ELECTRIC💫 A K-pop + EDM dance party featuring DJs, performances, vendors, karaoke, photo booth, and food + drink specials! Presented with @tucsonasiannightmarket + @tucsonfoodie Friday, Sept 4th • La Rosa • Doors at 8 pm Don’t miss @Sisterstucson’s bulgogi pizza special: Beef, kimchi purée, sesame oil, sesame seed, provolone, mozzarella, and ginger soy gochujang🔥 *vegan option available! #tucsonfoodie #tucsonevents
Ten days. One hundred twenty-fivetables. 
@Sonoranrestaurantweek begins TOMORROW!🌵 

From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus at $15 to $55 — at least 20% off what they’re worth—giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. 

Link in bio❤️ 

#sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 
#tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizonaTen days. One hundred twenty-fivetables. @Sonoranrestaurantweek begins TOMORROW!🌵 From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus at $15 to $55 — at least 20% off what they’re worth—giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. Link in bio❤️ #sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 #tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizona
SPECIAL DINNERS DURING SONORAN RESTAURANT WEEK🌵

@Sonoranrestaurantweek is almost here! In addition to prix-fixe menus around Tucson, @sonoranrestaurantweek features a lineup of special dinners and one very special brunch. Here’s the schedule:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • 6 PM
Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Special Dinner
📍 @incasperuviancuisine 
 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • 6 PM
Penca Special Dinner
📍 @pencarestaurante 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 11 AM–2 PM
Sonoran Restaurant Week Brunch Takeover
📍 Flying V @loewsventana 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 6:30 PM
Whole Hog BBQ Dinner
📍 @bashfulbanditbbq 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 6 PM
Sunshine Wine Special Dinner
📍 @sunshine_wine_tucson with @queenofcupswines 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 6 PM
BOCA by Chef Maria Mazon Special Dinner
📍 @bocatucson 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • 6 PM
Bacio Italiano Special Dinner with @vertigo.wines 
📍 @bacio.italianoaz 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • 6 PM
Cielos Special Dinner
📍 @cielostucson 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 6 PM 
Nana’s Kitchen Special Dinner with @rombauervineyards 
📍 @nanas_kitchen_2008 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 6 PM
Wild Garlic Grill Special Dinner
📍 @wildgarlicgrillofficial 

Several events have limited seating and require tickets or reservations, so plan ahead!

Sonoran Restaurant Week runs September 4–13. Tap the link in our bio for menus, tickets, reservations, and more.❤️

#SRW2026 #sonoranrestaurantweek
#tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodieeventsSPECIAL DINNERS DURING SONORAN RESTAURANT WEEK🌵 @Sonoranrestaurantweek is almost here! In addition to prix-fixe menus around Tucson, @sonoranrestaurantweek features a lineup of special dinners and one very special brunch. Here’s the schedule: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 • 6 PM Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Special Dinner 📍 @incasperuviancuisine SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 • 6 PM Penca Special Dinner 📍 @pencarestaurante SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 11 AM–2 PM Sonoran Restaurant Week Brunch Takeover 📍 Flying V @loewsventana SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 6:30 PM Whole Hog BBQ Dinner 📍 @bashfulbanditbbq TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 6 PM Sunshine Wine Special Dinner 📍 @sunshine_wine_tucson with @queenofcupswines WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • 6 PM BOCA by Chef Maria Mazon Special Dinner 📍 @bocatucson THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • 6 PM Bacio Italiano Special Dinner with @vertigo.wines 📍 @bacio.italianoaz FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • 6 PM Cielos Special Dinner 📍 @cielostucson SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 6 PM Nana’s Kitchen Special Dinner with @rombauervineyards 📍 @nanas_kitchen_2008 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 6 PM Wild Garlic Grill Special Dinner 📍 @wildgarlicgrillofficial Several events have limited seating and require tickets or reservations, so plan ahead! Sonoran Restaurant Week runs September 4–13. Tap the link in our bio for menus, tickets, reservations, and more.❤️ #SRW2026 #sonoranrestaurantweek #tucsonfoodie #tucsonfoodieevents