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Indian food represents many different regions and cooking styles, featuring far more than the curries that it is popularly known for — though those are certainly found in abundance at Tucson's Indian restaurants. For religious reasons, beef and pork are not common in the Indian diet, but carnivores can enjoy plenty of chicken, lamb, and seafood dishes. Most Indian restaurants have large sections of their menus devoted to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes, too.
Kitchens are almost always accommodating about adjusting spice levels but as a rule of thumb, the hottest dishes are the vindaloos, while the mildest are the kormas and biriyanis.
Fettucine Alfredo at Vero Amore (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)
12130 North Dove Mountain BoulevardMarana
100 North Stone AvenueDowntown
12112 North Rancho Vistoso BoulevardOro Valley
150 West Fort Lowell RoadMidtown
Keep Calm & Curry On: Guide to 12 Indian Restaurants in TucsonVegan food at Govinda's Natural Foods Buffet (Photo credit: Hannah Hernandez)
711 East Blacklidge DriveMidtown
"Even as a non-vegetarian, Govinda's is one of my favorite buffet options in town. Govinda's is the good kind of buffet where everything tastes homemade and you have enough options to get the most bang for your buck, but you don't hate yourself after. And there's even a peacock around!"
— Addie Ibarra’s favoriteIndia Oven (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)
2727 North Campbell AvenueMidtown
"My second visit to India Oven, Raksha offered to make any vegetarian options vegan for me. That care and mindfulness made me a lifer. And don't even get me started on their samosas."
Indian Twist - Camp Lowell location (Photo by Isaac Stockton)
4660 East Camp Lowell DriveMidtown
(Photo Courtesy of Kababeque Indian Grill)
845 East University BoulevardDowntown
Photo Courtesy of New Delhi Palace-Cuisine Of India
6751 East Broadway BoulevardEastside
"With so many choices here, picking my fave might be tough, but not really. I dream about the Peshawari Lamb Chops which are served in a traditional pot called a kahrai. Add naan and some fluffy rice for a fine dinner."
Keep Calm & Curry On: Guide to 12 Indian Restaurants in Tucson(Photo courtesy of Saffron Indian Bistro)
7607 North Oracle RoadOro Valley
"Fabulous Indian Food... More expensive but worth it. Everything is good there. Vegetable Malabar is unique to them and their Chana/Bhature with a cold beer is fucking heaven."
Curry Lamb at Sher-E-Punjab (Photo credit: Jackie Tran)
"Everday Indian Food... Homestyle cooking. Love the Lamb Vindaloo extra spicy and their Baingan Bharta (eggplant)."
Spice Garden Indian Cuisine (Photo courtesy of Discover Marana)
5815 N Arizona Pavilions DriveMarana
"Out-of-the-box Indian Food... it's way the hell out there, but totally worth it. The Gobi Manchurian is awesome, Mysore Masala Dosa is fire, Mehti Chaman is sublime -- plus they are the only restaurant [in Tucson] that makes these dishes!"
Twisted Indian (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)
Twisted Indian, located inside a Chevron station on East Ajo Way, offers a clean, modern space with a few tables and a compact counter. The aroma of spices greets guests upon entry, and the friendly staff ensures a welcoming experience.
While the Butter Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala are the most popular dishes, try their Shahi Paneer, which features the Indian cheese in a spiced gravy with nuts.
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Locally owned groceries around Tucson carry an assortment of packaged foods, but how many carry fresh produce? As it turns out, not nearly as many as there are restaurants. Farmers markets, such as @heirloomfm, and other programs, such as @pivotproduce and @tucsoncsa provide access to local produce. However, they are only available certain times of the week. If you need something the same day and just want a small, locally owned groceries near you for some essentials, this guide will come in handy.
• Caravan Mideastern Foods
• @wildwestmeatmarket
• @foodconspiracy
• G & L Imports
• @gallery.of.food
• @nicksarisaristore
• @rancheroscarniceriagrant
• Rocking K Market Bar & Restaurant
• Sandyi Oriental Market
• @timemarket
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Three-peat!🏆🏆🏆
@Chef_antbanks of @obonsushi defended his Iron Chef Tucson title against AJ Mortazavi of The Barnyard Crafthouse & Eatery, with tomatoes from Wholesum Family Farms revealed as this year’s secret ingredient.
Dromgoole’s winning menu included pork with minced olives over a diced tomato salad, a tomato-forward ratatouille with mozzarella, charred corn and whipped ricotta served with tableside tomato soup, and a standout dessert of fried tomato topped with goat cheese ice cream and balsamic glaze.
With the victory, Dromgoole joins Ryan Clark as the only chefs to win @theironcheftucson three years in a row. Here’s hoping OBON brings these dishes back for a special dinner. 🍅
Photos by @jackie_tran_
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Breakfast & Brunch Week starts today and runs through July 26 as part of 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer!
🏆🍳☀️❤️🥞THIS WEEK’S PRIZES:
• Tickets to America’s Best Mexican Food Festival
• (2) $100 Visa gift cards
• $20 gift card to @ghinisfrenchcaffe
• 4-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the @desertmuseum
• $25 gift card to @beyondbreadbakerycafe
ANY LOCAL SPOT COUNTS. Some suggested places to visit this week: @lovinspoonfulstucson, @delcielotamal, @hotelcongress, @prepandpastry, @cafealacarttucson, @tooleys_cafe, @localetucson, @teaspoontucson, @theofficialbreadandbutter, @losmilicsvineyards, @cafepassetucson… More suggestions on the website. Link in bio.
Let’s support local 💝
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“I scream, you scream...oh, hush! In this warm weather town, there’s no need to scream for ice cream. This year-round favorite treat and its cool cousins, gelato, and sorbet are widely available in a variety of distinctive styles and flavors. You’ll also find more unusual fare such as Indian golas, a version of shaved ice.” — @ediebjarolim
@bellasgelatoshoppetucson
@bisouburger
@blueicegelato
@brooklynpizzaco
@azbrucha
@cerestucson
@chillonsunrise
@decibelcoffeeworks
@frostgelato
@frozendelight520
@hubdowntown
@lickscatalina
@littleanthonysdiner
@noodiestucson
@okashi_ice_cream_confections
@thescreamery
@treat_byciaodown
@varietyh2o_icecream
@zio_peppe_az
See @ediebjarolim’s complete guide on Tucsonfoodie.com
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IT’S ITALIAN WEEK! Now through July 19, explore Tucson’s classic and modern Italian restaurants, then upload your receipt at summer.tucsonfoodie.com for a chance to win weekly prizes and the grand prize at the end of August.🍝
THIS WEEK’S PRIZES👇❤️🏆🎉
• $50 @fentonellispizzeria gift card
• (2) $100 Visa gift cards
• $75 @carusositalian gift card
• $20 @ghinisfrenchcaffe gift card
• $50 gift card to @eatnorthitalia
• $50 @miramontetucson gift card
• $50 @localetucson gift card
• 4-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the @desertmuseum
• Tickets to America’s Best Mexican Food Festival
Let’s support local this summer💞
@anello_pizzeria
@brooklynpizzaco
@charredpie
@ciaodownpizza
@embersmobilewoodfiredpizza
@empirepizzatucson
@falorapizza
@fentonellispizzeria
@fiammepizza
@frescotucson
@tucsonjaimes
@localetucson
@penelope.woodfired
@reillypizza
@reneestucson
@roccoslittlechicago
@serial_grillers_az
@timemarket
@uglybuthonestpizzeria
@veroamoretucson
@wholeslvcepizza
@zio_peppe_az
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Now open in downtown Tucson: @gibsonmarkettucson🙌
Coming soon: @pearlloungetucson
11 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ
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