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Foodie Dinner at @sonoranhouse_samhughes!
Executive Chef Gabriella “Gabby” Alba showcased delicious new dishes while guests enjoyed tastings and shared feedback. Thank you to Chef Gabby, @sonoranhouse_samhughes, and everyone who joined us!🥂
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Italian Week runs now 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
@Theironcheftucson returns to Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita this Saturday, July 18!
Two-time reigning champion @chef_antbanks of @obonsushi is back to defend his title against AJ Mortazavi of @barnyard_az, winner of the 2026 Meet the Chefs competition. Once the secret ingredient is revealed, both chefs will race against the clock to create dishes judged on taste, creativity, and presentation.
The event begins with the Culinary Experience from 1 to 4 p.m., featuring three hours of food and drink sampling, cooking demos, and classes, followed by the live Iron Chef Competition from 5 to 8 p.m. This is a 21+ event.
More details and tickets at Tucsonfoodie.com🏆🎉
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!Tag us @TUCSONFOODIE in your food adventures!
Local breweries are banding together for a party under one roof. Three Canyon Beer and Wine Garden is bringing some of your favorite beers from the Old Pueblo during its […]
Matt SternerNov 1, 2018
This free event takes place on Thursday, January 18 from 9 – 10 a.m. and will be held at the FORGE at Roy Place, 44 N. Stone Ave.
Kevin ThomasJan 12, 2024
With the addition of two new breweries opening in Tucson in the past month (bringing our total to twelve), and more on the horizon, it’s evident that Tucson is taking […]
Sarah RitchieAug 7, 2015
The awards recognize American producers who demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and culinary excellence.
Matt SternerJan 8, 2024
With Head Brewers like Michael Garcia around, it’s no wonder Tucson has been referred to as one of the “Most Underrated Beer Cities.”
Matt SternerJan 5, 2024
For all performances and shows, Fox Theatre’s bars will feature the “TCOG Cocktail of the Year” competition winner, Manzanita at Midnight.
Matt SternerDec 5, 2023
We saw a lot of grand openings, said goodbye to some local businesses, and hosted food-themed events and fancy dinners.
Jan 4, 2024
The brand-new restaurant concept that opened its doors in August 2023 has permanently closed — as of January 2 — at 340 N. Fourth Ave.
Matt SternerJan 4, 2024
Like anything, nothing lasts forever and a handful of local restaurants and businesses permanently closed their doors this year.
Jan 2, 2024
General Admission Tickets available for this year’s SAVOR Southern Arizona Food & Wine Festival at Tucson Botanical Gardens.
Matt SternerNov 16, 2023
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.
Jan 1, 2024
Rick Berg, aka “Sherm The Producer” from 96.1 KLPX’s World Famous Frank Show Rick Berg, aka “Sherm the Producer” is producer and co-host of The World Famous Frank Show on 96.1 […]
C.J. HammJun 19, 2015
Decibel Coffee Works announced that it’s going to open a brand-new location there on the historic Sunshine Mile.
Matt SternerDec 29, 2023
What we want to shine a light on is Barbizza’s — a brand-new Memphis-style barbecue restaurant that also serves pizza, spaghetti, and more.
Matt SternerDec 29, 2023
As you’re preparing for an evening of glitz and new beginnings, we would like to take a moment to thank our readers for an energizing 2023.
Addie IbarraDec 18, 2023
If you had to spend a year away from Tucson, what would you miss the most? While “friends, family, and Eegee’s” might be a popular response, the right answer is […]
Jackie TranFeb 13, 2020
For a full week, Rocco’s will be offering a large, thin, one-topping pizza and a double house salad for $25.
Matt SternerDec 20, 2023
Boncho is set to open sometime soon at 6310 E. TaBonchon’s menu includes chicken of all types: wings, strips, drumsticks, boneless bites, and Chicken Katsu — katsu sauce and spicy mayo drizzlBonchon’s menu includes chicken of all types: wings, strips, drumsticks, boneless bites, and Chicken Katsu — katsu s
Matt SternerDec 19, 2023
Tucson continues to catch New York eyes as a destination for food and drink. This time, New York magazine posted an article on Wednesday highlighting Tucson’s food, beer, and culture. […]
Jackie TranFeb 5, 2020
Williams-Sonoma is bringing local chefs to their La Encantada location for the Saturday cooking demo series beginning September 12. The demonstration classes, which run from 1 to 3pm, feature chefs from […]
Theresa DelaneySep 10, 2015