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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!
108 E Rte 66
Evan and Kelly, the proprietors of Drinking Horn, aimed to establish an inclusive gathering place that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds. Their vision was to transport customers to a bygone era, immersing them in the ambiance of a traditional Mead Hall, where they can savor the essence of traditional mead.
101 East Pennington Street · Downtown
Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink, housed in a restored 1906 funeral home in downtown Tucson, blends historic charm with modern design. The interior showcases original features like vaulted ceilings, exposed brick walls, and stained-glass windows, complemented by contemporary elements such as communal tables and industrial li
3401 East Speedway Boulevard · Midtown
Founded in 1999 by Michael Cripps, his brother Jeremy, and his uncle, David Mannell, Coffee Times is a family-owned and operated drive-thru coffee shop located on a busy section of Speedway, between Alvernon and Country Club. The shop features both drive-thru and walk-up windows, serving coffee and espresso drinks, smo
East Broadway Boulevard · University
Stacks Book Club Broadway opened in May 2026 on the Sunshine Mile, occupying the former Austin's Ice Cream building at 2920 E. Broadway, a midcentury structure with a community history stretching back to 1959. Owners Lizzy and Crispin Jeffrey-Franco preserved original elements of the space, including red brick walls a
East River Road · Foothills
Deserto Frozen Yogurt & Café offers a self-serve dessert experience on Tucson's northeast side. Sage green tiles line the walls, paired with violet accents and white marble tables. Customers build their own frozen yogurt creations from flavors like taro, salted caramel, and premium tart. The café also draws atte
100 South Avenida del Convento · Downtown
Presta Coffee Roasters exudes a modern greenhouse vibe with bright white counters, trailing vines, and geometric tile patterns. The space feels fresh and alive, with natural light pouring in and greenery draped from overhead beams. Known for its expertly roasted beans and innovative drink menu, Presta has earned its p
485 South Stone Avenue · Downtown
Walking into The Red Light Lounge at the Downtown Clifton Hotel is similar to entering a cozy room lit only by wicked firelight — where one isn’t too sure if this is a bar or a bistro. You’ll be happy to discover that it is indeed both. It’s angular, it’s dark, it welcomes whispers and singing alike and, best of all, t
7930 East Speedway Boulevard · Eastside
On The Rocks is a bar, yes, but it is also a family place. It’s just a nice change of pace at a place along that stretch of east side territory. Having an honest bar with honest drinks and food, inviting neighbors of all varieties is a presence bearing longevity in any circle of service.
267 South Avenida del Convento · Downtown
Decibel Coffee Works at the MSA Annex operates from a converted shipping container in Tucson’s Mercado San Agustín Annex. The space feels relaxed and creative, with outdoor seating shaded by desert vegetation and accented by warm wood details. They offer a variety of seasonal drinks and pastries.
1880 East Tangerine Road · Oro Valley
Stacks Book Club is an independent bookstore and coffee bar with more than 2,000 new books on-hand. When it comes to the cafe, they'll have coffee provided by Yellow Brick Coffee, espresso, tea, plant-based energy drinks, pastries from Cal's Bakeshop, and other grab-and-go food items like bagels from Bubbe's Bagels.
3830 West River Road · Marana
Caps & Corks features a clean, industrial aesthetic with exposed ductwork, metal accents, and concrete floors. Natural light pours in through tall glass windows, illuminating high-top tables and a casual, open bar area. Garage-style doors roll up to connect the interior with a spacious patio. The drink list includes a
2775 South Wilmot Road · South Side
If donuts are what you're craving, K Donut Wheel is the place for you! Their menu features a delectable variety of donuts and pastries as well as boba tea and espresso drink options that pair perfectly with their sweet treats!
5505 West Cortaro Farms Road · Marana
La Carreta del Rorro features a bright green canopy adorned with vintage license plates. Picnic tables and folding chairs fill the space with a salsa bar and drink refrigerators along the wall. They spread the mayo over the tomatoes rather drizzling it over, leading to more even distribution. To further break outside t
North Oracle Road · Oro Valley
Bloom Tea in Oro Valley specializes in loose-leaf teas, matcha drinks, and wellness-focused tea service. The tea lounge creates a calm, welcoming setting designed for relaxation and connection. Soft seating, community tables, and quiet corners encourage guests to linger and socialize. The menu features loose-leaf t
419 West Speedway Boulevard · Downtown
Desert Drifter Coffee carves a middle path between coffee shop and community hub in Tucson. The Speedway location features a drive-through model with a patio, local artwork, and a casual layout. Owners intend the space to be welcoming and unpretentious, with a focus on local partnerships and authenticity. Highlights
West Speedway Boulevard · Downtown
Desert Drifter Coffee carves a middle path between coffee shop and community hub in Tucson. The Speedway location features a drive-through model with a patio, local artwork, and a casual layout. Owners intend the space to be welcoming and unpretentious, with a focus on local partnerships and authenticity. Highlights in
West Niagara Street · Downtown
Pat’s Drive-In, a Tucson institution since 1961, offers a nostalgic roadside dining experience at an affordable price. The modest space features metal picnic tables and a walk-up counter, exuding a no-frills charm. The menu's highlight is the chili dog, topped with a distinctive chili stew of beef, beans, and chili pep
4376 East Speedway Boulevard · Midtown
Kava. For hundreds of years, it’s been known as a ceremonial drink in the Pacific Islands. It’s similar to drinking a spiked cocktail due to its effects of happiness and a slight numbing feeling in the mouth — meant to be enjoyed while relaxing and socializing with others in a comfy environment. Popular options include
2727 W Club Dr · Northwest
Dining Options: - Terra Cotta Cafe - Healthy salads, sandwiches, fresh juices, snacks, Omni's own fair-trade Stance coffee, and more. - Desert Farmer - Sustainable menu with diverse shareable plates, and options for breakfast, brunch, and lunch paired with cocktails, wine, and beer. - Legend's Bar & Grill - Enjoy casua
1525 North Wilmot Road · Midtown
Espressoul Cafe invites guests into a serene, earthy space draped with flowing white fabric across the ceiling. Natural wood slab tables and clay-toned walls create a calming, bohemian vibe. Potted plants, soft lighting, and bench seating make the space feel both grounded and artistic. The café serves specialty lattes,