Tucson continues to catch attention from the New York Times as a destination for food and drink.
This time, the New York Times Travel posted an article on Thursday highlighting how to spend 36 hours in Tucson.
As Austin is to Texas, Tucson is to Arizona. In this outspoken university town, artists, intellectuals and athletes share their passions for good food and outdoor fun.
Writer Elaine Glusac highlights Iron John’s Brewing Company, Charro Steak, La Estrella Bakery, Presta Coffee, Seis Kitchen, BOCA Tacos y Tequila, DOWNTOWN Kitchen + Cocktails, Tough Luck Club, Owls Club, Hotel Congress, and Welcome Diner as places to eat and drink.
Read the New York Times article in full here: 36 Hours in Tucson.
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Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
If you’d like to stalk him, visit his Instagram @jackie_tran_ or jackietran.com.
