Best of Phoenix A'fare to Feature Local Band, DJs, Food, Drinks

Our annual celebration of the best of everything Phoenix is just around the corner, and in addition to local food and booze, Valley musicians will be providing the entertainment. The event takes place Saturday, October 4, at Burton Barr Central Library. Samuel L Cool J will provide their cool, retro-soul...

By David Accomazzo

September 30, 2014

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Our annual celebration of the best of everything Phoenix is just around the corner, and in addition to local food and booze, Valley musicians will be providing the entertainment. The event takes place Saturday, October 4, at Burton Barr Central Library.

Samuel L Cool J will provide their cool, retro-soul sounds on the library's fifth floor, while DJs Mane One and Hartbreaks will keep the second floor lively.

Tickets for the event are $45 for general admission. Purchase them here.

This year's Best of Phoenix A'fare will feature more than 30 restaurants, including The Vig, Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe, Bosa Donuts, Z'Tejas, Giuseppe's on 28th, 5 & Diner, Frost Gelato, Copper Star Coffee, Nabers, Oatmeal Cafe, Fogon Mexican Eatery, The Watershed, and Sweet Tomatoes.

Drinks, including beer, wine, and cocktails, will also be served up by Mother Bunch Brewing, Rips Ales & Cocktails, The Vig, Tilted Kilt, McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon, and Devil's Advocate.

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