Join chef Christian Padilla for a four-course menu inspired by local ingredients and global techniques at the Tucson Foodie June R&D Dinner from 6–9 p.m. on Thursday, June 26 at Arizona Wine Collective, 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
Chef Padilla, previously of Flying V Bar & Grill, brings over 21 years of culinary experience.
Padilla will lead guests through an immersive dining experience. The evening includes an optional wine pairing curated by Arizona Wine Collective.
A Thoughtful and Adventurous Menu
Guests will enjoy a one-night-only tasting menu that blends fine dining with bold experimentation. The featured courses include:
- Welcome Bubbles
- Deviled Duck Eggs with huitlacoche crema, tobiko, hibiscus-pickled onions, and cacahuates japones paired with Chateau Tumbleweed | 2023 Bonita Springs Ugni Blanc
- Heirloom Tomatoes with chiltepín vinaigrette, hamachi, and seaweed caviar paired with Sonoran Wines | 2023 Rosé of Grenache
- Aguachile with beef tenderloin, green apple, serrano, cucumber, scallion, and tortilla ash paired with Los Milics Vineyards | 2022 Renato’s
- Oaxacan White Mole Bon Bons with 70% Bolivian dark chocolate, made in collaboration with Tucson Chocolate Factory paired with Callaghan Vineyards | Barrett’s Sparkling Rosé
Tickets and Wine Pairing
General admission tickets cost $100. The price includes dinner, tax, and gratuity. Guests can add a wine pairing for $45, which includes a welcome pour and curated pairings with each course.
Only 25 tickets remain. Reserve your seat by clicking here.
Arizona Wine Collective is located at 4280 N. Campbell Ave.
