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Desert Magic

Sat, Aug 29, 20265:00 PM – 10:00 PM MST

At Tohono Chul - Gardens • Galleries • Bistro · 7366 North Paseo Del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704

A sunset gathering featuring chef-made plates, plant medicine experiences, live music, and a deep connection to the Sonoran Desert.

Desert Magic is a one-night-only celebration of the Sonoran Desert’s edible and medicinal plants through food, herbalism, music, and story.

Join us Saturday, August 29 after sundown at Tohono Chul Gardens for an evening of chef-prepared plates, plant medicine experiences, live music, and connection to the desert.

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SONORAN RESTAURANT WEEK KICKOFF PARTY🍸

Tucson’s biggest culinary week of the year starts with a celebration at @Thetreasury1929! Join Tucson Foodie on Monday, August 31, from 5–8 pm for the official @Sonoranrestaurantweek Kickoff Party.

Enjoy tasting stations from participating Sonoran Restaurant Week restaurants, plus a dedicated station from The Treasury’s culinary team. Sip on two signature cocktails featuring @donjuliotequila and @rombauervineyards, with beverage service by @breakthrubevaz.

The night also includes live music from a DJ, photo booths, and access to all three floors of one of downtown Tucson’s most historic venues.

The Treasury 1929
Monday, August 31, 5–8 p.m.
$46 • 21+ with valid ID

Tickets are extremely limited to keep the tasting experience intimate. Grab yours while they last!

🎟️ LINK IN BIO

Photos courtesy of @thetreasury1929
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SONORAN RESTAURANT WEEK KICKOFF PARTY🍸 Tucson’s biggest culinary week of the year starts with a celebration at @Thetreasury1929! Join Tucson Foodie on Monday, August 31, from 5–8 pm for the official @Sonoranrestaurantweek Kickoff Party. Enjoy tasting stations from participating Sonoran Restaurant Week restaurants, plus a dedicated station from The Treasury’s culinary team. Sip on two signature cocktails featuring @donjuliotequila and @rombauervineyards, with beverage service by @breakthrubevaz. The night also includes live music from a DJ, photo booths, and access to all three floors of one of downtown Tucson’s most historic venues. The Treasury 1929 Monday, August 31, 5–8 p.m. $46 • 21+ with valid ID Tickets are extremely limited to keep the tasting experience intimate. Grab yours while they last! 🎟️ LINK IN BIO Photos courtesy of @thetreasury1929 #tucsonfoodie #tucsonnews

@Casaveratucson opens Aug. 12 at 7265 N. La Cholla Blvd., bringing regional Mexican cuisine to the former Tamarind space.

The 7,000-square-foot restaurant seats 200 guests with a large patio, and the design draws inspiration from a warm, old-world hacienda. The family behind Casa Vera is also known locally for Guadalajara Original Grill.

Casa Vera will be open daily from 3-9 p.m. Reservations are available through @opentable or by emailing reservations@casaveratucson.com.

More in @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com
Photo courtesy of @casaveratucson
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@Casaveratucson opens Aug. 12 at 7265 N. La Cholla Blvd., bringing regional Mexican cuisine to the former Tamarind space. The 7,000-square-foot restaurant seats 200 guests with a large patio, and the design draws inspiration from a warm, old-world hacienda. The family behind Casa Vera is also known locally for Guadalajara Original Grill. Casa Vera will be open daily from 3-9 p.m. Reservations are available through @opentable or by emailing reservations@casaveratucson.com. More in @jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com Photo courtesy of @casaveratucson #tucsonfoodie #tucsonnews #tucson

NEW: @tokyosushitucson opens this Saturday🎉🍣

Tokyo Sushi has taken over the former Izumi space on Speedway, serving up an all-you-can-eat experience with an extensive selection of classic and specialty sushi rolls. The restaurant also features a build-your-own ramen bar, fresh salad bar, dessert bar, and ice cream station.

3655 E Speedway Blvd.
Grand opening: Saturday, August 8 at 11 a.m.

#tucsonaz

NEW: @tokyosushitucson opens this Saturday🎉🍣 Tokyo Sushi has taken over the former Izumi space on Speedway, serving up an all-you-can-eat experience with an extensive selection of classic and specialty sushi rolls. The restaurant also features a build-your-own ramen bar, fresh salad bar, dessert bar, and ice cream station. 3655 E Speedway Blvd. Grand opening: Saturday, August 8 at 11 a.m. #tucsonaz

Sonoran Restaurant Week is back for its 8th year!🎉 From September 4 to 13, local restaurants across Southern Arizona will come together for 10 days of incredible fixed-price menus, giving diners the perfect excuse to explore Tucson’s amazing food scene. ‼️❤️Restaurant owners: Applications are now open and close August 14. There is no cost to participate, and you’ll be included in Tucson Foodie’s biggest marketing campaign of the year, featuring print, online, social, radio, TV, menu previews, chef interviews, and more. You don’t need your Restaurant Week menu ready to apply. Just submit one application per restaurant brand, even if you have multiple locations. Apply at the link in our bio or visit tucsonfoodie.com/srw/apply. #sonoranrestaurantweek #srw2026 #tucsonfoodie #tucsonarizona

IT’S THE FINAL WEEK OF 12 WEEKS OF FOODIE SUMMER! 🎉

Sonoran Week runs through August 9! Visit any locally owned Tucson spot that fits this week’s theme, save your receipt, and upload it at summer.tucsonfoodie.com for a chance to win this week’s prizes.

🏆THIS WEEK’S PRIZES:
Win: Tickets to Salsa, Taco, and Tequila Challenge, (2) $100 Visa gift cards, $20 gift card to Ghini’s, 4-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, (1) gift card to Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar, (1) $50 gift card to Charro Concepts, (1) $50 gift card to BATA, (1) $50 gift card to Sonoran Moonshine

ANY LOCAL SPOT COUNTS.

Stay tuned for @Sonoranrestaurantweek! Let’s support local ❤️

#tucsonfoodie #tucsonaz

IT’S THE FINAL WEEK OF 12 WEEKS OF FOODIE SUMMER! 🎉 Sonoran Week runs through August 9! Visit any locally owned Tucson spot that fits this week’s theme, save your receipt, and upload it at summer.tucsonfoodie.com for a chance to win this week’s prizes. 🏆THIS WEEK’S PRIZES: Win: Tickets to Salsa, Taco, and Tequila Challenge, (2) $100 Visa gift cards, $20 gift card to Ghini’s, 4-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, (1) gift card to Redbird Scratch Kitchen + Bar, (1) $50 gift card to Charro Concepts, (1) $50 gift card to BATA, (1) $50 gift card to Sonoran Moonshine ANY LOCAL SPOT COUNTS. Stay tuned for @Sonoranrestaurantweek! Let’s support local ❤️ #tucsonfoodie #tucsonaz

Have you tried anything new recently?

🍕 @thebigdaneenergy: Wildcat Burger & Death Free Foodie Breakfast plate @lovinspoonfulstucson, White Pizza @brooklynpizzaco, Roasted Pastrami Sandwich @corbettstucson, Carne @sonoranhouse_samhughes

🥔 @deathfreefoodie: Massaman curry @charsthaitucson, Oaxacan Mole Madre @ameliastucson

🥗 @jackie_tran_: Beet Salad @sawmillrun, Pork @sunshine_wine_tucson, Kakigori @okashi_ice_cream_confections, Málà Peanut Noodles @noodleholicstucson, Tiradito @kintokisushihouse, Crispy Rice @obonsushi

🍔 @ritaconnelly80: Classic burger @shooterssteakhouse

More on Tucsonfoodie.com👈

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Have you tried anything new recently? 🍕 @thebigdaneenergy: Wildcat Burger & Death Free Foodie Breakfast plate @lovinspoonfulstucson, White Pizza @brooklynpizzaco, Roasted Pastrami Sandwich @corbettstucson, Carne @sonoranhouse_samhughes 🥔 @deathfreefoodie: Massaman curry @charsthaitucson, Oaxacan Mole Madre @ameliastucson 🥗 @jackie_tran_: Beet Salad @sawmillrun, Pork @sunshine_wine_tucson, Kakigori @okashi_ice_cream_confections, Málà Peanut Noodles @noodleholicstucson, Tiradito @kintokisushihouse, Crispy Rice @obonsushi 🍔 @ritaconnelly80: Classic burger @shooterssteakhouse More on Tucsonfoodie.com👈 #tucsonfoodie