Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing some of our favorite food folks' "Personal Best" lists. This year we're bringing back our list of 100 Favorite Dishes. Have a suggestion for a dish you'd like us to try? Leave it in the comments section or email [email protected].
78. Black Licorice from Super Chunk Sweets and Treats
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When it comes to local candy, our go-to spot is Super Chunks Sweets and Treats, the confection shop in Scottsdale that opened earlier this year. The adorable store comes courtesy of pastry chef Country Velador, who's also been serving up treats next-door at Cowboy Ciao restaurant for years. She and her husband, Sergio, started Super Chunk by selling her unique caramel corn creations at farmers markets, but have since expanded to open their own storefront.
You can find everything from cookies and cakes to candy and ice cream at Super Chunk -- and as fans know, there's almost always something new to be tasted. Most recently Velador has added a line of Filipino ice candy to the mix. But as much as we love trying out the newest creations, our favorite treat will always be Velador's black licorice chews.
Black licorice gets a bad rap with modern candy fans for it's sometime medicinal taste. But as Velador once said, her version is "black licorice for people who don't like black licorice." For starters, it's much moister than the candy you're probably familiar with and offers a milder flavor. Velador makes hers with freshly toasted fennel and anise, finishing it off with a hint of green chartreuse.
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100. Pork Belly Pastrami from Citizen Public House
99. French Onion Soup from Bonjour Vietnam
98. Whiskey Cream Gelato from Marrazo That's Amore
97. Breakfast Croissant from Cartel Coffee Lab
96. Salmon "Yasu Style" at Yasu Sushi Bistro
95. Cannoli from DeFalco's Italian Deli
94. Falafel Sandwich from Al-Hana Restaurant
91. Combo Plate from El Pollo Supremo
90. Brunch Burger from Orange Table
89. Duck Fat Fries from Bourbon Steak
88. Kurobuta Pork Chop from Noca
87. Carne Adovada Enchiladas from Los Dos Molinos
86. Maple Bacon Doughnut from Rainbow Donuts
85. Pad Khing from Nunthaporn's Thai Cuisine
84. Mariscos con Arroz from Tumi Fine Peruvian Cuisine
83. Chicago Dog from Portillo's Hot Dogs
82. Lemon Bars from Phoenix Public Market Cafe
81. Preserved Pickle and Pork Noodle Soup from Asian Cafe Express
