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December 27, 2011
In Season: Kale Salad
Lately, in this In Season series, we're taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I've done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I'm using Toscano/black/dinosaur/cavolo nero/lacinato kale.
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December 26, 2011
The Five Most Memorable Things I Put in My Mouth in 2011
That's right, laugh it up. Although the title of this post wasn't my idea, I did consume a fair share of noteworthy eats in 2011. Whether crazy-delicious, crazy-exotic, or just crazy-crazy, many have managed to make quite an impression. Here are five of the most significant. 5. Pan-Seared ... More >>
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December 23, 2011
Giving Back: A Donation to the Association of Arizona Food Banks
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star idea ... More >>
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December 22, 2011
For the Local Beer Lover: Four Peaks Gift Card
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star idea ... More >>
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December 22, 2011
Crambambull (a.k.a. Beernog)
beerinbc.com We talked a little bit last week about eggnog, but if you've spent more than 20 minutes at Chow Bella you know that I'm a beer guy. A good beer offers a bigger body and complementary flavors that will bring your nog to the next level. Plus, beernog has an alias that's super fun ... More >>
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December 21, 2011
For the Culinary-Minded Traveler: An Escape to Aravaipa Farms
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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December 21, 2011
Nicole's Mini Pans
Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. Today: Nicole Smith's Mini Pans. Tedd Roundy Nicole's serving 'em up.Some people say, "I'm turning into my mother" like it's a bad thin ... More >>
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December 20, 2011
Locally Made Goodies All in One Place at Phoestivus Market
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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December 19, 2011
Susan Tully's Wassail Christmas
Christmas comes a little early to Chow Bella this year -- in the form of some darn good holiday storytelling. Today, Susan Tully shares a booze-filled tale of love and cheer. Claire LawtonThe first time I met my next-door neighbor, I was a guest at his annual Wassail party. His Wassail wa ... More >>
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December 16, 2011
Poll: Local Breeze Closes; What Will You Miss Most?
Chow Bella learned yesterday that Local Breeze, a popular downtown hang-out quietly closed it doors recently. It's a sad fate for what had become a staple for the downtown dining crowd. We want to know what you'll miss the most about the beach-themed bar and restaurant.
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December 16, 2011
Kim Porter's Ham Taco Christmas
Claire LawtonChristmas comes a little early to Chow Bella this year -- in the form of some darn good holiday storytelling. We had so much fun with our Misfit Thanksgiving last month we decided to do it again for Christmas and Hanukkah, and we're glad we did. Today, local playwright, actor ... More >>
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December 14, 2011
For the Chocoholic: A Chocolate Affair Class at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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December 13, 2011
For the Festival Foodie: 2012 Scottsdale Culinary Festival Pre-Sale Special (Limited Time Offer!)
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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December 13, 2011
Shannon's Who-Cares-About-Chocolate Lemon Crunch Sugar Cookies
Tedd Roundy Shannon's lemon cookies.Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. From now through Christmas, we present Chow Bella's 12 Days of Christmas Cookies. Today: 11. Shannon Armour's Who-Cares-About-Chocolate Lemon Crunch Sugar Cookies. I don't make coo ... More >>
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December 12, 2011
Weekend Brunch at Boulders on Broadway
In an effort to make Mom proud, Chow Bella's taking a good, hard look at the most important meal of the day in the form of Scrambled, a weekly review of local breakfast spots. We love breakfast -- obviously -- but let's be real, breakfast options can get a little predictable. Althou ... More >>
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December 7, 2011
The Gift That Grows: Non-GMO Seed Gift Basket From Humble Seed
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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December 6, 2011
For the Holiday Hostess: Salad Servers from Frances Vintage
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star idea ... More >>
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December 5, 2011
Mmm . . . Doughnuts at Chandler's BoSa
In an effort to make Mom proud, Chow Bella's taking a good, hard look at the most important meal of the day in the form of Scrambled, a weekly review of local breakfast spotsA while back, Chow Bella got a little doughnut-obsessed, so a trip to one of our favorite fried-dough purveyers s ... More >>
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December 2, 2011
Limited Release: 2010 Cochise County Shiraz from Pillsbury Wine Company
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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December 2, 2011
Bonfire Grill Four-Course Beer Dinner on Tuesday Night? Yes, Please.
We must admit it. Chow Bella has quite a crush on Bonfire Grill. Every one of us who's paid a visit can't wait to return -- and now there's no reason to wait, with a pretty incredible sounding beer dinner this Tuesday, December 6 at 6 p.m., in partnership with O'Dell Brewing Co. Reserva ... More >>
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November 30, 2011
For the Grillmaster or Aspiring Chef: Artisan Sea Salts from Go Lb. Salt
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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November 28, 2011
Wrapped Goodness: The Twelve Tamales of Christmas from Los Sombreros
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>
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November 25, 2011
For the Gin Lover: John's Premium Tonic Syrup from Tuck Shop
Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, t ... More >>
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November 24, 2011
A Thanksgiving Treat from Chow Bella
Well, hello there! We didn't expect to see you today. But we're glad to have the chance to wish you a happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Chow Bella -- and to share a little sweet we found just for you. Follow Chow Bella on Facebook and Twitter.
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November 14, 2011
Breakfast Goes Vegan at Pomegranate Cafe
In an effort to make Mom proud, Chow Bella's taking a good, hard look at the most important meal of the day in the form of Scrambled, a weekly review of local breakfast spotsOh, Ahwatukee. Land of SUV's and soccer moms -- not exactly a mecca for the granola culture, which is why we we ... More >>
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November 14, 2011
Pie Social 2011 Winners Announced
Don't know about you, but we're still on a sugar high after the second annual Chow Bella/Roosevelt Row Pie Social. And with good cause. Hundreds of pies were consumed Saturday afternoon in downtown Phoenix, as some of the best chefs in town squared off in an extraordinary display ... More >>
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November 12, 2011
Downtown's Pie Social (A Field Guide)
There's going to be a lot to see and do at the Chow Bella/Roosevelt Row Pie Social today. But more important, there are going to be people on the same mission: Drop off the pies (optional), get the tasting tickets, find the best pies, taste, and repeat. Note: Winners of the celebrity ... More >>
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November 9, 2011
Does Culinary School Matter?
Welcome to Chow Bella's Bites & Dishes, where each week Valley chefs and restaurateurs respond to a question or topic New Times food critic Laura Hahnefeld has on her mind. Have a question you'd like to ask? E-mail laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. Miss a question? Go here. With the rise of celeb ... More >>
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November 9, 2011
Rain or Shine, Pie Social Will Go On!
Hey all you bakers and pie eaters out there -- don't fear the forecast. We know, we know, our iPhones say "rain" too, but the folks at Chow Bella and Roosevelt Row have put our heads together and come up with a rain location (to be decided, if need be) for Saturday's Pie Social -- 2 p.m. o ... More >>
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November 4, 2011
Six Farmers' Markets to Check Out in Metro Phoenix
Ando Muneno You can't swing a dead cat in this town without hitting a farmers' market these days, particulary now that we've hit prime season. We're all in favor of the trend, but the selection can be a little overwhelming. So Chow Bella's sharing our favorite spots for fresh organic produce a ... More >>
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November 2, 2011
What's the Most Unusual Item That's Been Ripped Off From Your Restaurant?
Welcome to Chow Bella's Bites & Dishes, where each week Valley chefs and restaurateurs respond to a question or topic New Times food critic Laura Hahnefeld has on her mind. Have a question you'd like to ask? E-mail laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. Salt and pepper shakers, flatware, tea light ... More >>
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October 28, 2011
Whole Foods "Ultimate Food Fight" Chef Competition Comes to Scottsdale Nov. 3rd
http://alaplancha.wordpress.com/2011/07/30/la-tomatina-worlds-best-food-fight/ Cute play on words to call it a "food fight" -- we hope the chefs don't get too excited and start anything like this.Starting to freak a bit about what you're going to cook for the holidays this year? Don't fret ... More >>
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October 20, 2011
The Hole Story on Gourmet Doughnuts
Jackie MercandettiEliot Wexler, owner of the award-winning restaurant Noca in Central Phoenix, has a theory about why we're obsessed with doughnuts. "The great thing about doughnuts, in general, is that whatever culture you're from, across the world, there is a doughnut. A variation, a permu ... More >>
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October 14, 2011
So Who Won the Chow Bella Fair Food Challenge?
The Arizona State Fair opens today, and it seems my Chow Bella chums thought it would be a good idea to have our very own fair food showdown to properly kick off this 18-day event of livestock, concerts, crazy-ass rides, and, most notably, crazy-ass foods. Each day this week, a member of th ... More >>
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October 13, 2011
Rainbow Chocolate Bacon Pecan Caramel Corn: Fair Food Showdown
With the Arizona State Fair headed our way tomorrow, we at Chow Bella decided on our latest challenge: Create a "fair food" that kicks it up a notch No one dared to cook with bugs, but we did have some creative entries. Check back later this week, when critic Laura Hahnefeld will ch ... More >>
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October 12, 2011
Cheesecake Choco-Berries: Fair Food Showdown
With the Arizona State Fair headed our way at week's end, we at Chow Bella decided on our latest challenge: Create a "fair food" that kicks it up a notch. No one dared to cook with bugs, but we did have some creative entries. Check back later this week, when critic Laura Hahnefeld will choose ... More >>
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October 10, 2011
Lemon-Thyme & Blackberry Snow Cones: Fair Food Showdown
With the Arizona State Fair headed our way at week's end, we at Chow Bella decided on our latest challenge: Create a "fair food" that kicks it up a notch. No one dared to cook with bugs, but we did have some creative entries. Check back later this week, when critic Laura Hahnefeld will choo ... More >>
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September 26, 2011
Five Quick Breakfast Spots in Metro Phoenix
In an effort to make mom proud, Chow Bella's taking a good, hard look at the most important meal of the day in the form of Scrambled, a weekly review of local breakfast spots.Fast-food is never the answer -- not even when you're running late. No matter how many times we press ... More >>
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September 23, 2011
Everybody's a Critic, But Some Are Better Than Others. And Yeah, That Smarts.
www.etsy.com/shop/DawnSTypically, here at Chow Bella, we prefer to sit back and let the conversation happen. We break the news, make the pronouncement, share the opinion. Then it's your job, reader, to hash it all out -- and of course let us know when we're wrong. But after the downright ... More >>
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September 19, 2011
Six Delicious Noodle Dishes in Metro Phoenix
etsy.com/shop/boopsiedaisyWait -- something feels different. Did the temperature drop a couple of degrees?! Time for comfort food! Better carb-load for that cool winter we know is coming. No worries -- Chow Bella's here with a half-dozen must-try noodle dishes. You're welcome. 6. Bu ... More >>
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September 12, 2011
Pancakes (What Else?) at Butterfield's Pancake House
In an effort to make mom proud, Chow Bella's taking a good, hard look at the most important meal of the day in the form of Scrambled, a weekly review of local breakfast spots. This week: Butterfield's Pancake House A little bit sunny retro, a little bit traditional diner, this Sc ... More >>
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August 11, 2011
Bakers Wanted for the Second Annual Pie Social on Roosevelt Row
Like a pie in the face, it hit us. It's time to start planning the Second Annual Pie Social, brought to you by Roosevelt Row and Chow Bella. We had such a good time at last year's pie tasting event -- featuring the culinary masterpieces of celebrity chefs and community members alike ... More >>
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August 8, 2011
Five Favorite Curry Dishes in Metro Phoenix
Wynter Holden Yellow curry with chicken at Yupha. We're not trying curry favor or anything, but we feel compelled to share with you a few of Chow Bella's favorite curry dishes in the Valley. Some of our choices are Thai, others Indian. All are divine. Have some faves of your own? Do return ... More >>
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July 11, 2011
Five Favorite Frozen Treats in Phoenix and Where to Get 'Em
sweetrepublic.comDoes your world taste like dirt? Yeah, we know how you feel. So we at Chow Bella are here with relief -- in the form of five of our favorite frozen treats. We know the list goes on and on -- leave us your favorites in the comments section. Quick, before they melt. 1. Cinnamon ... More >>
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June 21, 2011
How to Turn Tiny Melons into a Party Hit
The Virgin's melons don't measure up.With Independence Day right around the corner, it's time to start thinking about your contribution to the inevitable holiday picnic slash barbecue. A Jell-O mold? The classic Cool Whip flag cake with strawberry stripes and a blueberry field?With seedless ... More >>
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May 26, 2011
SuperFarm Market and Pretty in Pink Cake in Today's Eater's Digest
Bella M. Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Super Farm! Our minds practically exploded when we found out about Mesa's (we're talking deep Mesa, like Queen Creek Mesa) newest farmers market. Get this -- it's on a farm! The Super Farm Market is lo ... More >>
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May 20, 2011
Phoenix Farmers Who Tweet
This week in our Follow Friday feature, we're highlighting a few of the Phoenix farmers who tweet all about the blood sweat tears of food production in the desert. http://www.causematters.com/wp-content/uploads/CoverArt_Farmers.jpgSuperstition Farm (@superfarm) The Mesa-based dairy farm tweets ... More >>
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May 18, 2011
Can Kicks Glass at Four Peaks' Hop Knot Taste Test
Neener, neener. We're still three days out from the official release of Four Peaks Hop Knot in cans, but our crew from Chow Bella (and a slew of other volunteers) got the chance to taste the new aluminum-housed brew at last night's "Can Kicks Glass" Hop Knot Taste Test. We able and willing lab r ... More >>
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May 4, 2011
Now Open: Betty's Nosh Mushroom Bar
When an e-mail advertising a "mushroom bar" arrived in the Chow Bella mailbox a week ago, we did a double-take. A mushroom bar? Seriously? The first thought that came to mind was a Sweet Tomatoes-esque lineup of shrooms and toppings placed in stainless steel buckets under giant glass sneeze g ... More >>
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April 29, 2011
Cupcake Vodka: Have We Brought This On Ourselves?
It was bound to happen, right? Cupcake this. Cupcake that. Cupcakes dressed up like people. People dressed up like cupcakes. As Chow Bella bloggers, Americans, we can't seem to get enough of this seemingly immortal sweet treat trend. When the universe asked what we would like, we demanded it gi ... More >>
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