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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 · 15 spots
On a hierarchical tier list of comfort food, mac and cheese ranks among the top. An ideal mac and cheese blends rich creaminess with a kiss of crunch. A velvety cheese sauce coats every noodle without being lumpy or gloppy. Chefs use blend of artisanal cheeses to create depth and sharpness. Roasted poblano, salty cu
Jackie TranApr 18, 2025
Guide · 6 spots
Yelp’s annual list of the best U.S. restaurants is out and not one, not two, but six local businesses made the cut in 2025! The list features fast-casual eateries, fine dining establishments, and then everything in between. "This year, you’ll find it in some of the most unexpected places. Across the U.S., chefs
Matt SternerFeb 12, 2025
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
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Guide · 8 spots
Traveling to Tucson with your kids? 24 hours will give you time to see some of the town’s top family-friendly sites, as well as eateries great for all ages! This guide will keep everyone entertained and well-fed. Looking for other "24 Hours in Tucson" Guides? For the Wellness Seeker For the Outd
Stephanie LieboldNov 13, 2024
Guide · 25 spots
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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 · 15 spots
This guide is brought to you by one of the best beverages you could possibly pair with wings– Ray Ray’s Sonoran Spirit Tea . Follow Ray Ray's on IG at @rayrayssonoran , read our article about Ray Ray's , and ask for a Ray Ray's the next time you order some wings. Wee-ooo, wee-ooo, wee-ooo! Wing alert, wing alert
Chris KochJul 29, 2024
Guide · 26 spots
Whether it be a craft beer taproom or a tasting room offering wine or distilled spirits like whiskey, Tucson has a splendid selection. Heck, some of the following taprooms offer wine and craft beer. Also, the following taprooms/tasting rooms don't include local businesses that are more restaurant-forward, are loca
Matt SternerJul 19, 2024
Guide · 15 spots
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Matt SternerApr 10, 2024
Guide · 31 spots
Oh, the weather is warming up, the birds are chirping, and downtown is blossoming with haikus. No, a haiku isn't something you can eat — it's a poem of 17 syllables in three lines of five, seven, and five. The annual Haiku Hike , presented by the Downtown Tucson Partnership (DTP) and the University of Arizo
Matt SternerMar 19, 2024
Guide · 24 spots
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Jonathan MabryMar 15, 2024
Guide · 16 spots
With National Pie Day landing on January 23 and Pi Day on March 14, it's the perfect time to chomp down on the cozy, celebratory comfort food that'll put a smile on anyone's face. However, you don't need a holiday to try all of the delicious baked options around Tucson. For all things pie, you've come to the right plac
Matt SternerJan 23, 2024
Guide · 17 spots
Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the country, it’s a great foodie town, and it’s a short easy drive from Tucson. There are so many great restaurants in Phoenix that putting together this list of our favorites was rather difficult. Enjoy! Learn how we create our guides here.
Shane ReiserJan 10, 2024
Guide · 19 spots
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Matt SternerJan 8, 2024
Guide · 20 spots
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Guide · 15 spots
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Guide · 14 spots
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Guide · 15 spots
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Guide · 7 spots
Ah, Hanukkah! ‘Tis the season when menorahs are lit in Jewish homes, and the sounds and smells of frying oil waft from the kitchen. After a victorious rebellion and the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, so the Hanukkah story goes, only a single day's worth of consecrated oil remained to keep the holy s
Edie JarolimDec 7, 2023
Guide · 25 spots
"If you’re looking to hit all the high notes of the Tucson dining scene, you’ve come to the right place," Yelp shared in its latest list of Top 25 Places to Eat in Tucson . "This collection is packed with some of the tastiest, most highly-rated restaurants around." Methodology: To determine Yelp’s Top Places to Eat
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