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Things To Do in Tucson: Foodie Events (February 2025)

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Things To Do in Tucson: Foodie Events (February 2025)

Jan 31, 20253 min read

There’s a heck of a lot of new things to do! Here are some of this month’s highlights. You can always check out our Events section on the website to see what’s going on any day of the week.

Valentine’s Day Dinners & Events

Multiple Dates & Locations
Valentine’s Day Specials (Photo courtesy of Polish Cottage)

Unless you’re Target (the big box store), you’ve probably waited until only recently to start making Valentine’s Day plans. Maybe you’re overwhelmed by all the options or don’t know where to look. Good news! This round-up is for you.

Read the full article: Valentine’s Day 2025

Lunar New Year Events

Multiple Dates & Locations
(Photo courtesy of Lahiru Ariyananda and Tucson Chinese Cultural Center)

Lunar New Year is celebrated in many cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean traditions, each bringing its own customs and festivities. As Tucson gets ready to welcome the Year of the Snake, local groups are hosting special events, offering traditional celebrations, and embracing the holiday spirit.

Read the full article: Lunar New Year 2025.

Tucson Craft Beer Crawl

Saturday, February 22
Multiple Downtown Locations
Tucson Craft Beer Crawl (Photo by Taylor Noel Photography)

This year, the Tucson Craft Beer Crawl is hosting at least 30 local, regional, national, and international beverage makers. You’ll see some newcomers popping up in February like Slow Body Beer, Brick Box Brewery (formerly Thunder Canyon Brewer), and Black Bridge Brewing, which is bringing its beers down from Kingman, Arizona.

Read the full article: Everything You Need to Know About the Tucson Craft Beer Crawl.

Valentine’s Day Pop-Up

Now – Monday, February 17
30 S. Arizona Ave.
2025 Valentine’s Day cocktails (Photo courtesy of HighWire)

HighWire is hosting a Valentine’s Day-themed pop-up at 30 S. Arizona Ave. from now until Monday, February 17. In addition to the limited-time cocktail menu, the entire space will be decorated from top to bottom with Valentine’s Day decor.

Read the full article: Valentine’s Day Pop-Up at HighWire.

Galentine’s Brunch

Saturday, February 8
2660 N. Campbell Ave.

Grab your friends for Prep & Pastry’s Galentine’s Day Brunch! They’ll have a brunch tower experience for $40/tower ($20 per person for two). Add on mimosas for just $8, or enjoy tea and other drinks from the menu.

Galentine’s Brunch Menu:

  • Raspberry Vanilla Scone
  • Chocolate Strawberry Doughnut-Croissant
  • Charcuterie
  • Goat Cheese Egg Salad Tea Sandwich
  • Cucumber Tea Sandwich
  • Brie and Berry Bay Leaf Jam Toast
  • Avocado and Herb Toast

Learn more.

Bluefin Tuna Dinner

Thursday, February 27
350 E. Congress St. #120

OBON presents the Bluefin Tuna Dinner – Second Edition on Thursday, February 27. The evening will feature the breakdown of fresh bluefin tuna and a seven-course dinner thoughtfully paired with beverage selections. Seats at the table are $200 per person.

Learn more.

“The Local Lineup” Culinary Experience

Saturday, February 8
LOCATION TBA

Carbs & Coffee Co. and Tanque Verde Market are teaming up to bring you a deliciously local culinary experience on Tucson’s east side! There’s going to be a hands-on Fairy Garden Focaccia workshop with locally sourced ingredients and goods. Coffee and refreshments will be provided, as well as a generous selection of sweet and savory pastries, breads, and small bites.

Learn more.

Coming up in March

Vegan Tucson Night Market

Saturday, March 1
4502 N. First Ave.
Vegan Tucson Night Market (September 2024)(Photo by Martin Madero)

Back in December, we introduced an exclusive VIP Lounge at the Vegan Tucson Night Market and it’s back! Tickets are just $25 each, limited, and can be purchased online. In other words, buy your tickets sooner than later!

Read the full article: Vegan Tucson Night Market Returns in March.

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Article written by:

Matt Sterner

Matt Sterner

More about Matt

At a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.

He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.

If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.

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Read the full story on tucsonfoodie.com.IOU Sushi III has closed. The all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant on North Oracle Road announced the news on Facebook after about 10 years in Tucson. “This is the hardest post I’ve had to write,” the owners said. The post continued, “we have met some great friends who have become family to us.” Tucson Foodie first visited the restaurant in 2017, when it operated as IOU Sushi IV. Read the full story on tucsonfoodie.com.
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@Tcctucson welcomes award-winning pitmaster @Sloanrinaldi for an “All Things Brisket” demo at 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet. 

Three-time Iron Chef Tucson champion @Chef_antbanks of @Obonsushi takes the Culinary Showcase Stage Saturday at noon. 

The show will also feature 200+ vendors, food trucks, pet-friendly attractions, adoptable animals, HGTV’s Matt Blashaw, the Kids Market, and more. 

WHEN: Oct. 16-18 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
WHERE: TCC 📍260 S. Church Ave.
TICKETS: $8 | $4 with discount coupon | Kids 12 & under free
 
SPECIAL ADMISSION: 
• Friday: Seniors 65+ free; half-price for military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers with ID 
• Saturday: Half-price for seniors and the same groups
• Sunday (Heroes Day): Seniors half-price; military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers free with ID

ALL DAYS: $2 admission from 3-5 p.m. Free parking in Convention Center Lot B.THE FALL SOUTHERN AZ HOME SHOW RETURNS OCT. 16-18 WITH TWO BIG CULINARY HEADLINERS🔥 @Tcctucson welcomes award-winning pitmaster @Sloanrinaldi for an “All Things Brisket” demo at 2:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet. Three-time Iron Chef Tucson champion @Chef_antbanks of @Obonsushi takes the Culinary Showcase Stage Saturday at noon. The show will also feature 200+ vendors, food trucks, pet-friendly attractions, adoptable animals, HGTV’s Matt Blashaw, the Kids Market, and more. WHEN: Oct. 16-18 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. WHERE: TCC 📍260 S. Church Ave. TICKETS: $8 | $4 with discount coupon | Kids 12 & under free SPECIAL ADMISSION: • Friday: Seniors 65+ free; half-price for military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers with ID • Saturday: Half-price for seniors and the same groups • Sunday (Heroes Day): Seniors half-price; military, veterans, first responders, police, firefighters & teachers free with ID ALL DAYS: $2 admission from 3-5 p.m. Free parking in Convention Center Lot B.
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Read @sea_lyon’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com 
Photos by @sea_lyonAnne Rysdale built @sheltercocktaillounge in 1961 with concrete walls, lava rock, and Cold War nerves. Today, owners Pam Santangelo and Kevin Breutzmann keep the Tucson bar exactly as regulars remember it. Inside, martinis share space with JFK memorabilia, a vintage atomic chandelier, and a suit of armor named Charlie. “Tucson is changing so much, but this has stayed the same. It’s a time capsule,” Santangelo said. Read @sea_lyon’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com Photos by @sea_lyon
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More guides on Tucsonfoodie.comScratch-made Japanese ramen goes far beyond instant noodles, with rich broths like tonkotsu, miso, and shoyu. Tucson has more specialty ramen shops than you might expect. Here’s where to find them around town.🍜 @ikkyu.tucson @jaramencurry @kiwamiramenbar @kukai___ @marujapanesenoodle @maruplusaz @obonsushi @raijinramen @theramenbartucson @tossfriedchickennramen More guides on Tucsonfoodie.com