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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!
Heirloom Farmers Markets and Trail Dust Town will sweeten up the Friday market launched in January by allowing shoppers access to the Old West-inspired theme park during the farmers market. Starting June […]
Theresa DelaneyMay 26, 2015
Breakfast Taco w/ Nopales (Credit: Flickr/Alex Thomson) Local food, live music and the Arizona-Sonora Desert museum. A list of Tucson’s favorite things, or a description of Desert Delectables Night? Good […]
Theresa DelaneyMay 26, 2015
(Photo Credit: HUB) The time has come, and it’s just in time to beat the summer heat. HUB Ice Cream Factory’s official Grand Opening is Friday, May 22, at 245 […]
Theresa DelaneyMay 19, 2015
Photo by Jaime Hall This week’s vegan meatball sub, smothered in a fresh, 30-minute marinara, and topped with a homemade vegan ‘Parmesan’ will give any meatball sub a run for its money. Simmering blended […]
Jaime HallApr 28, 2015
Pick any weekday between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the University of Arizona’s Student Union Memorial Center (SUMC) and you’ll find a feeding frenzy of students and faculty rushing about for […]
Dario ForoutanApr 23, 2015
Growing up in Tucson, chorizo wrapped tightly in a warm homemade tortilla was a Sunday morning treat. While there are plenty of options in the supermarkets for meatless chorizo, I struggle to […]
Jaime HallApr 21, 2015
Photos by Julianne Capati Pie Bird Bakery & Café, a new downtown contender for baked goods, breakfast, and lunch, quietly opened shop on the ground floor of the Transamerica Building at […]
Spencer TaylorApr 3, 2015
Hub Restaurant and Ice Creamery will soon be offering its tasty frozen sweets on both sides of East Congress Street. The downtown eatery plans to open a HUB Ice Cream […]
For most people, myself included, the day doesn’t start until we’ve had our morning coffee. If you live, work, or play anywhere along or near the Modern Streetcar route, you might […]
Jenny RothschildMar 12, 2015
Oro Valley residents have a new place to hang their hats for pizza and beer. Zpizza, a Laguna Beach based franchise, is now offering oven baked pies and the franchise’s first self-serve beer wall with […]
Dario ForoutanMar 3, 2015
Everyone’s favorite little east side organic pizza joint has quietly begun serving breakfast. If you’ve visited Renee’s Organic Oven in the past – or not – you might know that […]
Adam LehrmanFeb 27, 2015
They say that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. I say that’s partially true. It should be that the way to any person’s heart is through […]
C.J. HammFeb 2, 2015
(All photos by Mark Navarro unless otherwise specified) Christmas is just around the corner and that usually means a holiday feast. For many of us here in the Old Pueblo, […]
Jennifer TersigniDec 19, 2014
The holidays are upon us. Break out the eggnog, hang the mistletoe and start the shopping. Have a Tucson Foodie on the list but not sure what to get them? […]
Alicynn FinkNov 28, 2014
Beginning November 23, 2014, Noble Hops will offer a traditional brunch menu with a seasonal spin every Sunday from 9am until noon. Executive Chef Jamie Eldredge has prepared the menu, and […]
Theresa DelaneyNov 22, 2014
It’s kind of hip to be into food right now. I mean, it’s always been hip to certain groups, but now it’s at a whole new level. And rightfully so. […]
Adam LehrmanNov 14, 2014
With something as delicious as Indian pizza, it’s no small wonder that Vero Amore and The Twisted Tandoor are teaming up for what is now their third offering of this […]
Adam LehrmanNov 11, 2014
Tequila certainly has a way of splitting a crowd. Especially the crowd of thirsty attendees at the World Margarita Championship. The 9th Annual event was hosted by the Southern Arizona Arts and Culture Allience […]
Theresa DelaneyOct 29, 2014
For this week’s Where To Eat Now, Tucson Foodie hit up Susan Denis with Habitation Realty. My workdays often take me to the farthest corners of Tucson. But, I’m a […]
Adam LehrmanAug 29, 2014
It’s that time of year again–the last long weekend before summer officially ends. If you’re planning a picnic or party for Labor Day, Urban Fresh has you covered. Or smothered, […]
Nina BoutsikarisAug 22, 2014