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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 Midwest meets the Southwest at Dickman’s Meat & Deli, now celebrating its 32nd year in Tucson. Packers t-shirts, caps, and other Cheesehead-a-bilia let you know that this family-run business originated […]
Edie JarolimFeb 8, 2017
The cafe is open from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Tuesday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Wednesday, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Thursday – Sunday, and closed Monday.
Matt SternerJan 17, 2024
The Vongtheungs are keeping it in the family — a story they are telling through flavor, tradition, fun, and above all, perseverance.
Mark WhittakerMay 10, 2023
Just last week, it was announced that Charly’s BBQ & Grill food truck would be moving in temporarily until the Gardens opens its new cafe.
Matt SternerJan 16, 2024
Are you looking for a romantic and delicious way to celebrate? Here are 13 amazing restaurants that are offering special menus for two.
Addie IbarraSep 8, 2023
We’ve written and shared quite a few deals and specials around Tucson, but this one is up there in the nifty category — possibly one of the niftiest due to the establishment itself.
Matt SternerApr 11, 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
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
Saddle up, buckaroos. Now until Saturday, December 24, Old Tucson Studios is hosting its very own holiday attraction throughout the month. Now, there’s going to be all kinds of fun […]
Matt SternerNov 30, 2022
First things first. The word “mojo” in Mojo Cuban Kitchen & Rum Bar, opened October 30, is pronounced “mo-hoh.” Derived from the garlicky red sauce often used in Cuban dishes, […]
Rita ConnellyNov 9, 2022
Have you ever bitten into something so tasty that your immediate brain reaction is, “Oh yes, this feels right”? It could feel like a self-satisfying discovery — a song you’ve […]
Mark WhittakerOct 3, 2022
It’s apparent that a lot of people love beer. As a matter of fact, there are roughly 9,000 microbreweries malting, mashing, boiling, and in the end, pouring their incredible creations […]
Matt SternerSep 6, 2022
Last year, Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink set out on a mission to deliver delicious meals to hungry Tucsonans on the north side of town — keeping its downtown location […]
Matt SternerAug 2, 2022
Right at the tail end of 2020, Locale Neighborhood Italian opened up its doors at 60 N. Alvernon Way., the midtown space that previously housed Old Pueblo Grill. Since then, […]
Matt SternerFeb 1, 2022
Food truck Pops Hot Chicken officially expanded with a location at American Eat Co. at 1439 S. Fourth Ave. Even though the stand opened a few days ago, people are […]
Jackie TranMar 6, 2020
Looking for fresh bites and forgotten treasures to return for? Here are the Tucson Foodie staff picks of the best things we tasted in November. Adam Lehrman, Founder https://www.instagram.com/p/B3fBmF2g7Na/ Churrasco […]
Dec 2, 2019
Even though holiday shopping is around the corner, you still deserve to eat well. Here are 5 cheap eats for $8 or less. Prices are subject to change. 4th Avenue […]
Jackie TranNov 5, 2019
Main Gate Square gained a new restaurant when Bacio Italiano opened on Friday, September 6 in the former Red’s Smokehouse & Tap Room. Bacio’s interior features a variety of modern […]
Jackie TranOct 11, 2019
If you’re hungry and hanging around the University of Arizona, you’re in luck. Don’t worry about chain restaurants at the food court – venture around the perimeter of campus for […]
Jackie TranSep 12, 2019
Looking for Northwest Tucson restaurants, bars, and cafes? Here’s our map with the intersection of Oracle Road and River Road being the southeastern-most point and extending as far north as […]
Jackie TranAug 19, 2019