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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!
Manish Shah, owner and operator of Maya Tea Company and Co-Executive Director of Heirloom Farmers Markets plays an almost hyper-active role in Tucson’s food scene. With humble beginnings selling chai at the St. Phillips […]
C.J. HammOct 30, 2015
The events keep coming! Below, you’ll find the likes of delicious bourbon pop-up dinners, beer-related events, tipsy tea parties, cooking classes, and more. Don’t forget, you can check out our […]
Addie IbarraJul 20, 2022
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Apr 3, 2026
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Jackie TranApr 21, 2017
Embrace one of Japan’s most distinctive rituals as Yume Japanese Gardens of Tucson hosts “The Way of Tea” from 1 – 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 9. […]
Matt SternerJan 23, 2019
After a recent return to business, Bentley’s House of Coffee & Tea at 1730 E. Speedway Blvd. decided to permanently close its doors Wednesday, December 29. The popular cafe posted […]
Matt SternerDec 30, 2021
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Theresa DelaneyOct 13, 2014
Kalina Russina Cuisine & Tea House has permanently closed. Natasha Kalina opened the east side Russian food restaurant in 2012. Offering a vodka-oyster bar and traditional Russian cuisine, the closure […]
Adam LehrmanDec 22, 2015
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Mar 14, 2026
Manish Shah, who runs both Maya Tea and Heirloom Farmers Markets will appear on CNBC’s The Profit this Tuesday night at 7 pm. Shah will appear with a business that […]
Adam LehrmanOct 9, 2016
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Matt SternerJul 21, 2023
When you think about marketed beverages, specifically non-alcoholic beverages, what comes to mind? There’s bottled and canned drinks, including the big obvious one, bottled water, but there’s also coffee, soda, […]
Adam LehrmanSep 27, 2021
BirdieVee Coffee has opened inside the lobby of the 5151 E. Broadway Tower. Co-owners Shannon Fina and Vanessa Rodriguez launched the concept after years apart in separate careers. The longtime […]
Jackie TranMar 23, 2026
What do a realtor, a wannabe psychologist, a certified sommelier, and a rollerblading server at Sonic Drive-In all have in common? Don’t expect a corny punchline. They actually represent distinct […]
Matt RussellDec 15, 2022
Don’t forget, you can always check out our Things to Do section on the website to check out what’s going on any day of the week.
Matt SternerAug 16, 2023
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
Celebrate the Spring Equinox at Tinajas Wine Bar Tinajas Wine Bar will host a mythology-themed menu release party from 6-11 p.m. on March 20. The event celebrates the spring equinox […]
Mar 19, 2026
Dine at the Chinese restaurant Panda House in the University of Arizona area and you might notice stairs leading to a curtain-covered door. While it has been off limits the past […]
Jackie TranOct 31, 2018
It’s the last weekend before Christmas! If you’re not spending it wrapped up with holiday shopping, check out some of the local events happening around town. To name a few, […]
Addie IbarraDec 15, 2022
Time and time again, Tucsonans are reminded that the best part of waking up doesn’t have to be Folgers in their cups, and instead, a cup of coffee from any […]
Matt SternerSep 20, 2021