Celebrating local food, drink, and community.Follow along for daily food inspiration, event updates, and behind-the-scenes looks at Tucson's culinary scene.
4.5K
posts
133.1K
followers
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!
Every year, Tucson Lifestyle Magazine asks its readers to weigh in on food favorites ranging over a number of categories. While you’ll have to pick up the magazine to see the full […]
Adam LehrmanMar 29, 2016
The formula for the perfect sandwich is simple. Two slices of bread, ideally baked in-house, a tasty sauce generously spread on each side, a protein-rich focal point, and a variety of complementary […]
Theresa DelaneyMar 3, 2016
Ah, Valentine’s Day. Whether you acknowledge its religious roots or consider it a “Hallmark holiday”, you know that special someone has expectations. What better way to impress than with a decadent dinner? […]
Theresa DelaneyFeb 3, 2016
What Wine Dinner When Mon, Feb. 8, 6pm Where Mama Louisa’s 2041 South Craycroft Rd More Info mamalouisas.com If a four-course wine dinner offering house-made burrata, sous vide pork belly […]
Theresa DelaneyJan 14, 2016
The old idiom “your eyes are bigger than your stomach” has never been so relevant. In the last few years, the food photo trend has grown so rapidly on social […]
Theresa DelaneyNov 17, 2015
What ART on TAP When Dec. 5, 4 to 9pm Where Tucson Museum of Art 140 North Main Ave More Info tucsonmuseumofart.org The Tucson Museum of Art and Craft […]
Theresa DelaneyNov 9, 2015
What Wine Tasting Dinner When Dec. 1, 6pm Where 2041 South Craycroft Rd More Info mamalouisas.com Unless you frequent Tucson’s Southeast neighborhoods by Davis Monthan Air Force Base, you may not […]
Theresa DelaneyNov 9, 2015
It’s not often that we promote the addition of a single menu item, but when Falora rolls out a new pizza this decadent, it’s worthy of mention, and of course, […]
Theresa DelaneySep 23, 2015
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
Summer in Tucson brings with it a few age-old traditions: students escape to family vacations and internships, the snowbirds retreat back to cooler climates, traffic disappears, and there is always […]
Theresa DelaneyJun 11, 2015
Photos by Liora K Merit Foods might be the most successful Tucson grocer you’ve never heard of. You can bet that many of your favorite local restaurants and caterers are […]
Edie JarolimMar 20, 2015
The concept of bone broth is not new. In fact, it’s one of the older culinary creations. But, with the Paleo diet’s recent rise in popularity, coupled with the richness of […]
Dario ForoutanFeb 26, 2015
Rita Connelly arrived in Tucson when Wilmot was the end of town. She’s worked in restaurants both front and back of the house, although these days she prefers to write about […]
C.J. HammFeb 13, 2015
Frankie “Cheesesteak” Santos and his wife, Deb Santos, own and operate Frankie’s Cheesesteaks at 2574 North Campbell Avenue. In their 11th year of business, the husband and wife team will be the […]
C.J. HammJan 16, 2015
For the last wine-centric dinner in Harvest’s Passport Series, the Oro Valley restaurant is focusing on their own selection of wine, which is quite extensive. In fitting with the Passport […]
Theresa DelaneyJan 8, 2015
Tucked away in a small strip mall next to a post office, just near the corner of Prince and Fairview is The Sausage Shop Meat Market & Deli. For over three decades, […]
Megan BlackSep 11, 2014
Most of us are aware of Tucson’s well-known sandwich shops. We may even roll our eyes with one more mention of places such as Baggins, Bison Witches, and Eegee’s. Great places, no doubt. I’ll even […]
Adam LehrmanJun 20, 2014
Sometimes there’s nothing like a late weekend morning including, coffee, mimosas, and a delicious brunch (followed by a nap). Half of the listings below only offer brunch limited to the weekends, […]
Spencer TaylorApr 19, 2014
Let’s face it. Most of us don’t have a whole lot of extra time for hobbies. In fact, many of us don’t have enough time to deal with all of […]
Adam LehrmanSep 3, 2013
Fresco and Zio Peppe, in collaboration with Saguaro City Music Theater, have joined forces to offer an all-in-one dinner and a show package.
Sam JumpOct 11, 2023