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IT’S ITALIAN WEEK! Now through July 19, explore 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.🍝
THIS WEEK’S PRIZES👇❤️🏆🎉
• $50 @fentonellispizzeria gift card
• (2) $100 Visa gift cards
• $75 @carusositalian gift card
• $20 @ghinisfrenchcaffe gift card
• $50 gift card to @eatnorthitalia
• $50 @miramontetucson gift card
• $50 @localetucson gift card
• 4-pack of passes to Cool Summer Nights at the @desertmuseum
• Tickets to America’s Best Mexican Food Festival
Let’s support local this summer💞
@anello_pizzeria
@brooklynpizzaco
@charredpie
@ciaodownpizza
@embersmobilewoodfiredpizza
@empirepizzatucson
@falorapizza
@fentonellispizzeria
@fiammepizza
@frescotucson
@tucsonjaimes
@localetucson
@penelope.woodfired
@reillypizza
@reneestucson
@roccoslittlechicago
@serial_grillers_az
@timemarket
@uglybuthonestpizzeria
@veroamoretucson
@wholeslvcepizza
@zio_peppe_az
#tucsonaz #tucsonfoodie
Now open in downtown Tucson: @gibsonmarkettucson🙌
Coming soon: @pearlloungetucson
11 S 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ
#tucsonaz #tucsonfoodie #downtowntucson
Foodie Dinner at @Sonoranhouse_samhughes!
Executive Chef @Culinarycowboy86d showcased delicious new dishes while guests enjoyed tastings and shared feedback. Thank you to Chef Gabby, @sonoranhouse_samhughes, and everyone who joined us!🥂
Want in on more foodie experiences?
Here’s what Tucson Foodie Members get:
• $6,000+ in gift cards & perks
• Free monthly Foodie Hours
• Exclusive R&D dinners
• Festival discounts
• Help keep Tucson Foodie free
#tucsonaz #tucsonfoodie
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 #tucsonnewsTag us @TUCSONFOODIE in your food adventures!
Comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried enjoyed a wee bit of downtown Tucson today. In town for two sold out, back-to-back shows at Laff’s Comedy Caffe, the well-known former voice of […]
Adam LehrmanFeb 20, 2019
Tucson locals know the Trident name and have come to expect the best from this beloved family of restaurants. So when owners Nelson Miller, Danny Gallego, and Jason Machamer opened […]
Dana SullivanFeb 19, 2019
Cafe Santa Rosa announced on Wednesday it will offer free frybread (also known as popovers) all day on Valentine’s Day at both of their locations. Restrictions apply; guests must be […]
Jackie TranFeb 14, 2019
Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ is teaming up with Lagunitas Brewing Company for a beer-pairing dinner from 6 – 9 p.m. on Thursday, February 21. […]
Matt SternerFeb 12, 2019
Beer ye beer ye! Arizona Beer Week is brewing strong in its ninth year, and the celebrations — which are hosted by local breweries, craft beer bars, and restaurants — are […]
Matt SternerFeb 6, 2019
Barrio Brewing Company is sending a craft beer legend into retirement with a beer pairing dinner from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 13. The “Ciao […]
Matt SternerFeb 6, 2019
When temperatures run high, there is a natural human tendency, a reflex somewhere inside every one of us to reach for something cold. And if that something happens to be […]
David MillerFeb 4, 2019
It’s a new month so try something new. Throughout the month of February, BOCA Tacos y Tequila is presenting a new “Ruta Mexicana” series happening every Friday – Sunday. Chef […]
Matt SternerJan 31, 2019
As a way to get Arizona Beer Week up and running, Ten55 Brewing and Sausage House is hosting a family-style dinner from 7 – 10 p.m. on […]
Matt SternerJan 29, 2019
Two years calls for new beers. Dillinger Brewing Company is kicking off another year with an anniversary party from noon – 10 p.m. on Saturday, February 2. […]
Matt SternerJan 25, 2019
Phoenix-based pizza chain Barro’s Pizza announced their second Tucson location has opened. The new location resides in the 4,500-square-foot space at 410 N. Wilmot Rd. Ste. 150. Several flat-screen televisions are mounted […]
Jackie TranJan 23, 2019
Natural food store Aqua Vita quietly opened a restaurant mid-November. Tucked inside the store, the restaurant offers a mostly vegan menu. About half the menu is gluten-free. Although the menu is […]
Jackie TranJan 22, 2019
Crooked Tooth Brewing Company has reservations to take over Hotel McCoy‘s taps for one night from 7 – 9 p.m. on Friday, February 8. Since it’s grand […]
Matt SternerJan 21, 2019
January 19 is National Popcorn Day, and Diana and Devin Gillihan, owners of Tucson-based [POPPED] Artisan Popcorn, are probably more excited than most. They have a lot to be excited […]
Angela OrlandoJan 19, 2019
January 19 is National Popcorn Day, and Diana and Devin Gillihan, owners of Tucson-based [POPPED] Artisan Popcorn, are probably more excited than most. They have a lot to be excited […]
Angela OrlandoJan 19, 2019
The Super Bowl is often considered a holiday as friends huddle together with their eyes glued to the TV screen, and of course, mouths full of […]
Matt SternerJan 17, 2019
A vision for fresh house-made meals and a little something extra In 1978, Janet Seidler opened Blue Willow as a restaurant and bakery. She envisioned a restaurant with house-made food made from fresh […]
Gloria KnottJan 17, 2019
Here’s a sweet competition with a bit of a kick at the end. Playground Bar & Lounge and the fearless women of Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona […]
Matt SternerJan 14, 2019
PY Steakhouse inside Casino Del Sol is kicking off their annual “Dinner with Chefs” dinner series 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 29. With each year’s passing, […]
Matt SternerJan 11, 2019
Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ is teaming up with Freak’n Brewing Company for a beer-pairing dinner from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 10. […]
Matt SternerJan 9, 2019