This week, Oktoberfest is starting, Sonoran Restaurant Week is ending, and there’s plenty to eat, see, and drink in between.
Some exciting highlights include the following:
There’s a new beer that Borderlands is releasing, a collaboration between Las Hermanas, with support from Visit Tucson, the Consulate of Mexico in Tucson, Yakima Chief Hops, and Country Malt Group. There will be a Whiskey Del Bac pairing dinner as well as a Deep Sky Vineyards pairing dinner. The Downtown Clifton Hotel is kicking off Mexican Independence Day with a pop-up market and $8 margaritas, Palomas, and more.
Don’t forget, you can check out our Events Directory for a full list of Foodie events happening this week and other upcoming things to do.
Sonoran Restaurant Week
Now – Sunday, September 18
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Hopefully, you’ve been following along with Tucson Foodie as we’ve worked to bring you all things Sonoran Restaurant Week. We’re in the home stretch of this gastronomic endeavor. Make your reservations and join us in closing out this year’s Sonoran Restaurant Week in true Tucson Foodie style.
Oktoberfest
All weekend
Beer is in the forecast for this weekend. Casa Marana, Omni Tucson National Resort, Catalina Brewing Company, and Dragoon Brewing Company are kicking off Oktoberfest celebrations this weekend, starting on Saturday, September 17.
Casa Marana will be featuring an Oktoberfest Market and stein-holding contest. The Omni will have live music, traditional German fare, plenty of beer, and so much more. Catalina Brewing will hold various raffles benefitting charities. Dragoon Brewing will be taking over Fourth Avenue with their pub crawl on Saturday evening.
Check out our recent article “Oktoberfest 2022: Stein holding contests, lederhosen & lots of beer ” for a growing list of all Oktoberfest events this month.
20TH ANNUAL ROASTED CHILE FESTIVAL
All weekend
Locals don’t have to cross state lines to satiate their Hatch chile cravings this chile season! Heirloom Farmers Markets’ 20th Annual Roasted Chile Festival is the perfect opportunity to celebrate, eat, and take home some of the best chiles in the country. With live music, local vendors, and the smell of freshly roasted chiles in the air, everyone can partake in chile season this year.
The celebration will take place Friday – Sunday at the Udall Park Farmers Market, Rincon Valley Farmers and Artisans Market, and Oro Valley Farmers Market. You can catch this event regardless of what side of town you’re on!
EL CHARRO 100TH ANNIVERSARY
Friday, September 16 starting at 11 a.m.
All El Charro locations
Party like it’s 1922! El Charro is celebrating its centennial at all El Charro Café locations from 11 a.m. until closing with food and drink specials.
CATS & COCKTAILS
Friday, September 16 from 4 – 7 p.m.
4155 E. Grant Rd.
If you’re a cat purr-son, you’re not going to want to miss this.
The Hermitage Cat Shelter is celebrating 57 years of serving Tucson as the community’s first no-kill animal shelter and no-cage sanctuary. The Shelter Cocktail Lounge is helping with the festivities; they’ll be hosting a $10 dinner buffet in addition to donating 25% of their bar sales to help support the wonderful work the Hermitage Cat Shelter is doing.
LAS HERMANA’S BEER RELEASE PARTY
Friday, September 16 from 5 – 8 p.m.
119 E. Toole Ave.
Join Borderlands Brewing Company on Mexico’s Independence Day for a release party for the new West Coast IPA brewed by Las Hermanas, women brewers from Mexico! It’ll be a party like no other with live mariachi music
Check out our recent article, ‘Las Hermanas’ Project: The love for great beer has no borders.
A PAIRING DINNER WITH WHISKEY DEL BAC
Saturday, September 17 at 5 p.m.
100 S. Avenida del Convento #150
Join Whiskey Del Bac co-founders Stephen and Amanda Paul at Agustin Kitchen for an exquisite pairing dinner. Enjoy dinner pairings such as braised oxtail with the Whiskey Del Bac Dorado, Presta coffee rubbed lamb lollipops paired with the Whiskey Del Bac Normandie, and more.
Cost: $120 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Call (520) 398-5382 to reserve your spot.
WINE DINNER FEATURING DEEP SKY VINEYARDS
Sunday, September 18 from 5:30 – 8 p.m.
550 W. Orange Grove Rd.
Arizona Winery Tours proudly presents a “Food & Wine Pairing Dinner” featuring chef Adam of The Cafe in Sonoita and Deep Sky Vineyard. You can expect a delightful evening of good food with exquisite wine pairings with each course.
Cost: $139. Book your seat now.
FOR THE LOVE OF MEATBALLS: ITALIAN & GREEK STYLE
Tuesday, September 20 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
2700 E. Speedway Blvd.
Join KVOI’s Chris DeSimone, who before becoming a broadcaster was a professional chef, and make Italian meatballs using beef, pork, caramelized onions, and spices. Also, you’ll prepare the marinara sauce for your sub sandwich topped with mozzarella cheese. Chicken, turkey, garlic, and feta cheese flavor the Greek version, along with creating the perfect accompaniment, tzatziki sauce, to slather on crispy bread.
Cost: $75. Register today.
Also, if you’re looking for a weekend getaway near cooler temperatures, check out our article “Sippin’ your way around Sonoita-Elgin wine country.” We’ve basically got a window to Spain, Italy, and the south of France in our backyard without having to purchase a plane ticket; the perfect blend of good climate, striking views and sunsets, and plenty to do.
