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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!
Guide · 12 spots
Phoenix magazine released its " Top 100 Dishes of Arizona " and more than 10 local dishes made the list. In this guide, we've only listed dishes available in Tucson and each of the restaurants' locations. By Edie Jarolim Cindy Barks, Christina Barrueta, Nikki Buchanan, Dawn Hansen, Jess Harter, Marilyn Hawkes
Jan 22, 2025
Guide · 15 spots
The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, formerly known as the Tucson Music Hall, has been entertaining folks since 1970. In 2022, the venue was renamed to honor Linda Ronstadt, remaining a cornerstone of Tucson's performing arts scene, continuing its legacy of hosting exceptional performances and contributing to the city's cult
Dec 17, 2024
Guide · 24 spots
Tucson Foodie and Death Free Foodie are teaming up to bring you the city’s first-ever Vegan Tucson Restaurant Week, a week-long celebration of Tucson's vibrant vegan dining scene. From Sunday, December 1 to Saturday, December 7 , participating restaurants will offer exclusive vegan dishes or pre-fixe menus, maki
Nov 29, 2024
Guide · 25 spots
"Whether you love the spiciness of Thai cuisine or the savoriness of rustic French fare, head to a place Yelp Elites say is the best for it. (It’s a no-brainer!)," Yelp shared . "This Tucson Collection will get you to the top-rated spot according to Elites." Methodology: "To determine the Top Places to Eat in Tuc
Matt SternerOct 21, 2024
Guide · 11 spots
Root beer floats are a treasure — a fizzy and creamy combination that's just as fun to slurp as it is to burp. I made a beer float once but it just wasn't the same. Root beer floats are the perfect way to bring out your inner child, transporting you back to simpler days, when your biggest worry was a brain freeze. It
Matt SternerAug 6, 2024
Guide · 16 spots
The Fox Tucson Theatre — hailed as the "Crown Jewel" of downtown — is a nationally acclaimed historic theater now evolving into a vibrant performing arts hub in the Southwest, spearheading the downtown's revitalization and driving economic growth for the city. If you have tickets to a show, you might as well make a
Matt SternerApr 16, 2024
Guide · 25 spots
There are festivals and then there is the Agave Heritage Festival on Thursday, April 18 – Sunday, April 21 , which is in a category of its own. This culinary weekend includes not-to-be-missed dinners that highlight some of the city’s renowned restaurants and chefs via multi-course dinners that embody the magic that
Apr 9, 2024
Guide · 15 spots
Get ready to rev your engines and feel the adrenaline rush when Monster Jam makes its way back to Tucson from Friday, March 22, through Sunday, March 24 at the Tucson Convention Center. Picture massive trucks roaring to life, defying gravity with jaw-dropping stunts and thrilling maneuvers. It's not just a show; it's
Sam JumpMar 19, 2024
Guide · 15 spots
Money is tight. Inflation is wild. And we’re all still hungry. Fortunately, this frugal foodie is here for you — with Foodie 15 Happy Hour Guides to help you drink and dine like it’s 1999 … or at least 2019. We’ll start our journey in Midtown (from dive bars to fine dining) with just one qualification: The booze
Jada CashDec 13, 2023
Guide · 15 spots
Hop on your bike, take a stroll, and dive into the adventure of The Loop — officially known as The Chuck Huckelberry Loop. This winding wonder weaves through the scenic routes of Tucson, the outskirts of Marana, the mountainous views of Oro Valley, and more. As a matter of fact, USA Today once recognized The Loop as th
Shane ReiserNov 16, 2023
Guide · 33 spots
Film Fest Tucson 2024 is not simply where moviegoers can meet filmmakers and experience their works of art — it's also an opportunity for the local food scene to shine. From Thursday, October 10 - Saturday, October 12 , Film Fest Tucson will be screening films in multiple locations including: Scottish Rit
Max WingertOct 9, 2023
Guide · 25 spots
Truth be told, this guide could have included over 100 different dog-friendly places in Tucson. Not just restaurants, but also dog-friendly cafes, bars, markets, and more. So we whittled it down to the places we at Tucson Foodie love to take our dogs most often. Then we asked our dogs themselves for their top picks
Edie JarolimSep 15, 2023
Guide · 33 spots
This guide is your golden ticket to uncovering Tucson's finest plant-based cuisine. Whether you're a vegan or simply looking for good food, we've curated the top spots to enjoy delectable animal-free dishes. While many of the restaurants we mention also have non-vegan options, we'v
Hannah HernandezJun 28, 2023
Guide · 82 spots
Now in its sixth year, Sonoran Restaurant Week (SRW) is back on September 6-15, 2024, providing both locals and visitors a unique opportunity to explore and fall in love (again?) with Tucson’s incredible restaurant scene. What's new this year: All menus are discounted by 25% (we checked!) A new websit
Aug 16, 2024
Guide · 21 spots
I scream, you scream...oh, hush! In this warm weather town, there's no need to scream for ice cream. This year-round favorite treat and its cool cousins, gelato, and sorbet are widely available in a variety of distinctive styles and flavors. You'll also find more unusual fare such as Indian golas, a version of shaved i
Edie JarolimAug 21, 2023
Guide · 57 spots
It's safe to say the Tucson restaurant industry has been booming and bustling. From restaurants making their first appearance in town to those opening second or even third locations throughout the city, it's without question that the scene has seen its fair share of growth. Here's our guide to new local restaurants,
Jun 30, 2023
Guide · 41 spots
Sometimes, just sometimes, working from home isn't all it's cracked up to be. Sometimes a change of scenery provides as much of a jolt to your productivity as that cup of green tea or extra-large nitro cold brew. Sometimes it's time to Google "cafe with Wi-Fi near me" and finally get that paper or proposal done t
Max WingertAug 10, 2023
Guide · 15 spots
I’m often asked where I like to eat in Tucson. The honest answer is: in my home. I’m a good cook, and the food I prepare at home is usually better than what I get in most restaurants. That said, I like to eat out as much as anyone, but I’m very selective about where. What I mostly look for is really good food. While T
May 8, 2026
Guide · 17 spots
The Tucson International Mariachi Conference (TIMC) returns from Wednesday, April 29 – Sunday, May 3 . This Tucson-based conference fulfills the mission of promoting awareness and traditional values of Mariachi music and Baile Folklorico through education and performance while promoting pride in youth and community.
Matt SternerApr 24, 2024
Guide · 101 spots
Now in its seventh year, Sonoran Restaurant Week (SRW) is back on September 5-14, 2025, providing both locals and visitors a unique opportunity to explore and fall in love (again?) with Tucson’s incredible restaurant scene. Key highlights this year: All fixed-price menus are discounted by 20%,
Aug 21, 2025