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José Contreras, chef and owner of @Ameliastucson, is headed to New York City to cook alongside chef Alam Méndez of Washington, D.C.‘s Apapacho Taqueria for a collaborative dinner at the James Beard Foundation’s Platform at Pier 57.
The Aug. 11 dinner will celebrate the culinary traditions of Sonora and Oaxaca through a multi course menu centered on heirloom corn, traditional masa, and coastal flavors. Guests will also enjoy a cocktail reception, Mijenta Tequila pairings, and a Q&A with both chefs. The event begins at 6:30 pm at @Pier57.nyc. Tickets are $210 for dining table seats and $250 for the chef’s counter, and are available now at Jamesbeard.org.
Congratulations to @Chefjosetucson on another incredible milestone!🎉
Read @Jackie_tran_’s article on Tucsonfoodie.com
#tucsonaz #tucsonnews
Italian Week starts today, and we’re sharing this sweet video of @Spaghettioftucson doing what she did best: bringing smiles to everyone around her.
Our hearts are with her family today. We’ll love you and miss you forever, Spaghetti.❤️🩹🐶
Italian Week starts today and runs through July 19 as part of 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer!🍝
Support 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.
🎉 Week 5 Winners
• Libby: $50 North Italia gift card
• Keely: America’s Best Mexican Food Festival tickets
• arts_primacy_2c: 4 Cool Summer Nights passes
• Donita3000: $20 Ghini’s French Caffe gift card
• Nancy & Gabriella: $100 Visa gift cards
Italian Week Deal: @reneestucson is offering buy one, get one 50% off (equal or lesser value) for dine-in or takeout. Just mention you’re a Tucson Foodie fan. Exclusions apply.
🏆 This Week’s Prizes
• $50 @fentonellispizzeria gift card
• $100 Visa gift card
• $75 @carusositalian gift card
• $20 @ghinisfrenchcaffe gift card
• $50 @miramontetucson gift card
• $50 @localetucson gift card
• @desertmuseum passes
More details in bio!
The Mercado District is one of Tucson’s best places to eat, drink, shop, and stroll, all in one stop.🐶❤️
Home to Mercado San Agustín, the MSA Annex, The Monier, and the upcoming Bautista development, there’s always something new to explore. Grab a bite, browse local shops, enjoy the open-air courtyards (they’re dog-friendly!), or hop on the free Sun Link streetcar, which stops right at the Mercado.
MERCADO SAN AGUSTÍN:
@agustinkitchen
@seiskitchen
@prestacoffee
@laestrella_tucson
@dolcepastellocakes
@zumitosjuicebar
@santacruzriverfm
MSA ANNEX:
@decibelcoffeeworks
@kukai___
@bosburger__
@hidden_hearth
@rolliestucson
@westbound_tapandbottle
THE MONIER:
@wholeslvcepizza
@81barbersofficial
Share your favorite stops with us!
More details on Tucsonfoodie.com
#tucson #tucsonfoodie
Two days at @Hiltonelcon felt like the ultimate staycation. Between the pools, hot spring and cold plunge, water slide, yoga, live music, complimentary bike rentals, and their nostalgic “Summer Rewind” experience, there was always something to do. We never left the resort.
The highlight at their on-site restaurant, Epazote Kitchen & Cocktails, was the Pollo Con Rajas - perfectly cooked chicken over a rich creamed poblano, onion, and corn mestizaje. And if you’re at their Sundance Café for breakfast, get the pozole. It’s made from a family recipe that became such a guest favorite it earned a permanent spot on the menu.
Although El Conquistador licenses the Hilton brand, it’s owned and operated by a local company. The culinary team sources much of its meat and produce from Arizona.
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just looking for an incredible dinner with Catalina Mountain views, this spot is worth adding to your list. 🌵🌞
#tucsonaz #tucsonfoodie
How many receipts have you sent in for NEW-TO-ME week?💛
From July 6 through July 12, upload your receipt from ANY local business at summer.tucsonfoodie.com for a chance to win weekly prizes and earn entries toward the 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer grand prize drawing at the end of August. 🔗 in bio.
ANY LOCAL SPOT COUNTS.
WEEK 6 WINNERS
Here are the winners from Happy Hour Week:
* Libby wins a $50 gift card to North Italia
* Keely wins a ticket to America’s Best Mexican Food Festival
* arts_primacy_2c wins a four-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
* donita3000 wins a $20 gift card to Ghini’s French Caffe
* Nancy wins a $100 Visa gift card
* Gabriella wins a $100 Visa gift card
PRIZES
This week’s prize pool includes:
* Salsa, Taco, and Tequila Challenge tickets
* $100 Visa gift card
* @eljefecatcafe pass
* $20 @ghinisfrenchcaffe
* @desertmuseum passes
Presenting sponsor: @visittucson
Presented by: @bbb_so_az • @510southtucson • @azwinecollectiveTag us @TUCSONFOODIE in your food adventures!
Georgia-based sandwich chain McAlister’s Deli will open its first Tucson location at 735 E. Wetmore Rd. at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 8. McAlister’s has over 350 locations in 26 states. […]
Jackie TranMay 4, 2017
The new Sierra Vista café, located inside the Sierra Vista Public Library at 2600 E. Tacoma St., is hosting its Grand Opening on August 5.
Matt SternerAug 5, 2024
In honor of Veterans Day, local restaurants are offering discounts or freebies to those who have served or are still in the military.
Matt SternerNov 8, 2024
New owner Fabian Moreno, who’s also making his debut as a restaurateur, is aiming to have the brand-new concept open by the end of August.
Matt SternerAug 16, 2024
Fear not, though, loyal fans of the beloved Tucson slushy beverages and sandwich chain! This is all part of the plan.
Matt SternerSep 15, 2023
Fatboy Sandos is offering some tasty additions that’ll perhaps break you away from your regular go-to spots inside the mall.
Matt SternerOct 31, 2024
Now, in its sixth year, Sonoran Restaurant Week has seen its fair share of incredible menus and edible experiences.
Matt SternerSep 3, 2024
The Roadshow came through last year, stopping at Gus Balon’s, and this time ABR is stopping by Renee’s Tucson and Little Anthony’s Diner.
Matt SternerOct 25, 2024
The team at Whiskey Del Bac regularly hosts interactive tasting events, provides live music, and crafts creative cocktails.
Matt SternerOct 23, 2024
A new eating spot is moving in near Seis Kitchen and Zinburger at Joesler Village. The salad and sandwich shop on Speedway, Choice Greens, is opening up a second location […]
Matt SternerApr 28, 2021
Whether it’s a dish of familiarity or a more exotic and edible duo, like a peanut butter and bacon sandwich, some culinary combinations are complete no-brainers. Pizza and wings could […]
Matt SternerJun 29, 2018
Batch Cafe & Bar is celebrating National Grilled Cheese Day in the cheesiest way possible from 11 a.m. – midnight on Thursday, April 12. Originally, the grilled cheese sandwich was […]
Matt SternerApr 12, 2018
Oro Valley residents can start getting excited for the cookies, sandwiches, and soups of Kneaders Bakery & Cafe. Kneaders in Oro Valley will officially open on Friday, September 30 at 9600 N. Oracle […]
Gloria KnottSep 22, 2016
What have we got here? Espresso alla moda, meat-free burgers and sandwiches, and très thin pancakes with ambrosial delights. That’s what’s on the menu for this week’s Tucson Food Truck Finds. Bella’s […]
Kim Miklofsky BayneJun 27, 2016
Upon first glance, the Serial Grillers menu of burgers, cheesesteaks, and grilled cheese sandwiches – all named after fictitious and real-life serial killers – is a compilation of nightmares. But […]
John DubrawaSep 9, 2014
It’s safe to say the industry has been bustling. Here are some of the new restaurants, bars, and other local spots that have opened.
Jun 5, 2024
We’ll update this list as events continue to pop up and make sure to pay attention to the dates (some are happening sooner than others).
Matt SternerOct 1, 2024
The shop offers sausages, steaks, seafood, grill/oven-ready meats, and more to go, but they’re also serving a lunch and dinner menu.
Matt SternerJul 30, 2024
Downtown is getting a new French bakery that specializes in macarons — the delicate little sandwich cookies with a crisp exterior. As a matter of fact, it’s the first Le […]
Matt SternerJan 3, 2023
The idea of street food is a very different concept across the globe. Here in the states, a quick bite from a cart or truck might mean a sandwich, dog, […]
Mark WhittakerNov 28, 2022