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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!
This Mother’s Day, show your mom some love with a special meal at one of Tucson’s best restaurants. We’ve rounded up the most delicious deals so you can treat Mom to a day she won’t forget.
Addie IbarraMay 3, 2023
At 501 N. Sixth. Ave. #101, Oralia Coffee + Kitchen is open for business. The official grand opening is still under wraps but you can expect it to be announced sometime this month.
Matt SternerMay 1, 2023
The local shop Monsoon Chocolate has won honors in the past — and also in our hearts — and now they have something brand-new to hold high.
Matt SternerApr 28, 2023
You’ll need to keep your energy goin’ with the proper food and drinks along the way. So, here’s a list of spots awaiting your arrival along the Haiku Hike.
Matt SternerApr 12, 2023
We visited plenty of local restaurants, bars, pop-ups, and events throughout the month, and now we’re excited to share what we devoured.
Apr 1, 2023
The instructions were simple. Wear comfortable shoes, apply sunscreen, and bring your appetite. This was Tucson Food Tours, after all.
Rita ConnellyMar 29, 2023
Coming off an epic mention by TIME magazine, the Old Pueblo has now made it to a “Best Food Cities in the U.S.” list by Travel + Leisure. There are […]
Matt SternerMar 22, 2023
The downtown restaurant that’s been serving light breakfasts, classic brunch bites, and creative lunches for eight years now is diving into something semi-new. It’s something they’ve debuted before and loved […]
Matt SternerMar 4, 2023
Las Vegas celebrity chefs, Antonio Nuñez and Scott Cummings have fallen head over heels for Tucson’s incredible culinary scene (we don’t blame ’em), and recently announced that they’re moving a […]
Matt SternerMar 3, 2023
Wow, the month of February flew by faster than the strong winds that ripped through Fourth Avenue the other day. Like a storm, the Tucson Foodie team visited plenty of […]
Mar 2, 2023
One of the biggest draws at the Tucson Festival of Books (March 4-5), the Culinary Stage is a magnet for home cooks at all levels. There are no bad seats […]
Edie JarolimFeb 23, 2023
Over on the northwest side of town, hop off of I-10, head east down Ina Road, take a right on North Camino Martin, and at the very end of the […]
Matt SternerFeb 21, 2023
After many years of calling Fourth Avenue home, Lindon Reilly has made the move downtown and is behind the grill at Thunder Bacon Donut Bar at 33 N. Sixth Ave. […]
Addie IbarraFeb 16, 2023
Italian was spoken in my family as I grew up but by the adults only. They spoke Italian to communicate “grown-up issues.” You know, all that stuff that we kids […]
Rita ConnellyJan 31, 2023
If you’ve been in Tucson for a while, you’ve likely experienced the influx of tourism that the Old Pueblo receives during the months of January and February — all thanks […]
Addie IbarraJan 26, 2023
For a long time, Daniel Scordato had hamburger envy. When the chef/restaurateur of Vivace and other Italian-focused eateries was asked why he made the shift to a beef patty-centric menu […]
Edie JarolimJan 21, 2023
Tucson continues to blossom with new events each and every week, and we’ve rounded up just a few of them to get your calendar filled with fun. If you appreciate […]
Addie IbarraJan 18, 2023
Today is MLK Day and though there is rain forecasted for most of the day, the celebration here in Tucson goes on. This holiday is a national day of service […]
Da'Lice ShepardJan 16, 2023
If one were to dissect the anatomy of Pinoy culture, they would find that through its veins flow steadfast national pride and traces of ube. While adobo is widely known […]
Kim JohnstonJan 14, 2023
How sweet it is to live in Tucson and to know that Monsoon Chocolate is around dishing out confections. The local chocolate shop has won honors in the past and […]
Matt SternerJan 13, 2023