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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!
The resort is unpacking something nostalgic for the holiday season. For a limited time, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort will be featuring an exclusive Bellhop Bar from 5 – 7 p.m. […]
Matt SternerNov 6, 2018
Marana beer drinkers will have a convenient stop for their jug crawl once Growler’s TapHouse tentatively opens mid-May. The taphouse at 8275 N. Silverbell Rd. will feature 30 craft beers on draft, […]
Valerie VinyardApr 18, 2017
Casa Del Rio, the unassuming Mexican restaurant on Pantano Road near 22nd Street, is shaking things up with a tiki bar program.
Addie IbarraNov 15, 2024
This month, Waldo is hiding in various local businesses around Tucson, and the month of July is the prime time to find his whereabouts.
Matt SternerJul 10, 2023
Watch as the team flips the switch on their newly restored neon sign, beautifully brought back to life by Ignite Sign Museum.
Matt SternerNov 15, 2024
Vegan Night Market, hosted by Death Free Foodie and Tucson Foodie, is back on Saturday, December 7 from 5 – 8 p.m., returning to the Rillito Park at 4502 N. First Ave. […]
Hannah HernandezNov 15, 2024
Tucson is second on the list for its “Native American and Mexican culinary roots” and for being the “first UNESCO City of Gastronomy.”
Matt SternerNov 13, 2024
Pranom Pop-Up is making a pit stop at Tap & Bottle (403 N. Sixth Ave. #135) from 5 – 9 p.m. (or until they’re sold out) on November 13.
Matt SternerNov 12, 2024
On November 10, Rockin’ 4 Heroes is at James D. Kriegh Park, 23 W. Calle Concordia, beginning at 1 p.m. (doors open at 12:30 p.m.).
Matt SternerNov 4, 2024
Don’t forget, you can always check out our Events section on the website to see what’s going on any day of the week.
Pilar AndradeJun 3, 2024
With the uptick in popularity of the fast casual style of service, restaurants that focus on a high level of service, food, wine, libations, and ambience, seem to be a […]
Adam LehrmanJul 23, 2015
The Street Fair is from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Friday, December 8 – Saturday, December 9, and then 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 10.
Matt SternerDec 4, 2023
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
Like anything, nothing lasts forever and a handful of local restaurants and businesses permanently closed their doors this year.
May 29, 2024
The award-winning Marana Founders’ Day celebration is returning to 11555 W. Civic Center Dr. from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 18. The 44-year-old parade is the recipient […]
Matt SternerMar 9, 2023
As the weather turned cooler, seven participating mixologists displayed an array of techniques to infuse a historic story into oils, honey, vapors, and foams for a one-of-a-kind cocktail competition. It […]
J BarriosNov 7, 2024
Not only are these reminders of the dishes we ate, but they can also be a guide for your own decisions on what to eat here in Tucson.
Nov 4, 2024
When you can’t break free for more than a few days, sometimes all you need is a nice staycation. This Labor Day, The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain will host the perfect […]
Adam LehrmanAug 15, 2014
With an excellent menu, great drinks, cool ambience, and recent New York Times and LA Times press, 47 Scott has become one of Tucson’s hottest dining spots. Opened in 2010 […]
Adam LehrmanMar 22, 2013
Suzana Davila was born in Guaymas, Sonora, where her father owned a restaurant. He didn’t encourage a restaurant life, but she couldn’t stay away for long. After Davila moved to Tucson […]
Jackie TranSep 29, 2017