Less than a month ago, Flora’s Market Run permanently closed at 2513 E. Sixth St. The half-grocery store, half-restaurant moved into the historic building after Rincon Market’s more than 90-year run ended in 2020. Now, two local spots are moving into the corner space at Tucson Boulevard and Sixth Street.
Meet The Village at Sam Hughes — a new partnership between Sonoran House and Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar.
This will mark the second location for both Sonoran House, which opened in August 2024 at 1610 N. Tucson Blvd., and Redbird, now celebrating its first anniversary at 6444 N. Oracle Rd.
“This new chapter is all about growing our community, bringing more of what you love about Sonoran House to a new neighborhood, and collaborating with Redbird, a restaurant we admire for their passion for great food and local flavor,” said Arianna Wilson and Courtney Bedient of Sonoran House.
“We are super excited to continue to serve our community with comfort classics and craft cocktails while providing value with our hospitality,” said Sergio Pinon of Redbird. “We are delighted to receive all the support this last year and make Redbird an iconic destination for foodies.”
If you’re familiar with Flora’s Market Run’s layout, the two businesses will utilize both sides of the building — the former market area and the dining room/kitchen space.
Expect Sonoran House’s signature coffee, a seating area, tea, beer, and wine, alongside Redbird’s craft cocktails and food menu from its north-side location.
“None of this would be possible without the love and support we’ve received from you —our loyal customers who have made Sonoran House a special place to be,” Wilson and Bedient added. “Whether you’ve been with us from day one or you’re just discovering what we’re all about, we can’t wait to share this exciting new adventure with you.”
Sonoran House and Redbird both aim to open sometime this summer. Stay tuned for the official opening dates.
The Village at Sam Hughes is located at 2513 E. Sixth St. Keep up with the latest by visiting villageatsamhughes.com.
Sonoran House’s original location is at 1610 N. Tucson Blvd. For more information, visit sonoranhouse.com and follow Sonoran House on Instagram. Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar’s original location is at 6444 N. Oracle Rd. For more information, visit redbirdrestaurants.com and follow Redbird on Instagram and Facebook.
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Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
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