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April 24, 2012
Seven Don't-Miss Wine & Farm (& Tequila!) Dinners in Metro Phoenix
Whether you're looking for the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, or just want an excuse to enjoy a decadent and delicious night out, there's a dinner this spring for everyone, including wine lovers, tequila aficionados, and fans of farm fresh ingredients. Some dinners are on weekdays, oth ... More >>
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April 23, 2012
10 Favorite Spots for French Toast in Metro Phoenix
Since we are adults and all, we tend to skip breakfast's sweet friend, French toast. But every once in awhile we give into our sweet tooth and order up the genius combination of eggs, milk, and bread. And when we do decided to give in to our French toast cravings, we can't resist these ten Valley ... More >>
Blogs
April 20, 2012
Profiteroles with Roasted Banana Ice Cream at Café Bink
There's one chef in all of Arizona who's currently nominated for a James Beard Award. Up for Best Chef: Southwest, Kevin Binkley is making our state proud. But with entrees priced around $40, not everyone will be rushing to Binkley's to see what the buzz is all about. Luckily, the restaurant has a l ... More >>
Dining
April 19, 2012
Circle H Barbecue, Despite a Few Misses, Fills a Neighborhood Void
There's one chef in all of Arizona who's currently nominated for a James Beard Award. Up for Best Chef: Southwest, Kevin Binkley is making our state proud. But with entrees priced around $40, not everyone will be rushing to Binkley's to see what the buzz is all about. Luckily, the restaurant has a l ... More >>
Blogs
April 18, 2012
The 2012 Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame Inductees Are . . .
Starting off the Scottsdale Culinary Festival for 2012 was last night's invite-only Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame cocktail party presented by the Scottsdale League of the Arts held at Technique Restaurant at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Old Town Scottsdale. It was a nice juxtaposition ... More >>
Blogs
April 17, 2012
Brian Kingdeski of The Spot, Part Two
Yesterday we began our talk with Brian Kingdeski of The Spot in Gilbert. The neighborhood restaurant and hangout serves "food you'll like" in a comfortably tiny and welcoming setting. The Spot may be a baby in the restaurant world, but Kingdeski's no new kid on the block. He's been working the in b ... More >>
Blogs
April 16, 2012
Top Ten Spots for Mac 'n' Cheese in the Valley
Mm, mm, mac 'n' cheese. President Thomas Jefferson had it for dinner at the White House in 1802, Crayola made it a crayon color in 1993, and Kraft sells more than one million boxes of it every day. Dressed up with additional ingredients or stripped down and simple, mac 'n' cheese, essentially cook ... More >>
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April 13, 2012
Last Night at AZ Wine & Dine: Balsamic-Braised Short Ribs, Salted Caramel Chocolate Lollipops, and Much More
Are you the kind of person who rushes home from the grocery store to eat a tiny nibble of every single thing you bought? It's okay; I'm like that too. If you are, you might think a tasting event featuring lots of bites from many restaurants is for you. But for me, the usual problem with tasting ev ... More >>
Dining
April 12, 2012
Fu-Fu Cuisine: Where Africa Meets the Caribbean
Are you the kind of person who rushes home from the grocery store to eat a tiny nibble of every single thing you bought? It's okay; I'm like that too. If you are, you might think a tasting event featuring lots of bites from many restaurants is for you. But for me, the usual problem with tasting ev ... More >>
Blogs
April 12, 2012
Brunch at Distrito, Free Midnight Feast at Old Town Whiskey and a Secret Special
Since opening at the end of last year, Distrito and Old Town Whiskey, the two restaurants in Scottsdale's The Saguaro, have been causing quite a buzz in the Valley. Much of that is due to Chef Jose Garces, the man behind the menus, who is best known for winning the coveted title on season two of The ... More >>
Blogs
April 12, 2012
Campfire Bistro at Tom's Thumb Fresh Market Fires Up Some Good Eats
When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few item ... More >>
Blogs
April 10, 2012
Sushi Roku: Happy Hour Report Card
The Spot: Sushi Roku, 7277 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. (480) 970-2121. www.sushiroku.com The Hours: 4 to 6:30 p.m. Daily The Details: Sushi Roku's new happy hour menu features eleven "Bites" - like the Sautéed Garlic Green Beans, Crispy Chicken, and Popcorn Rock Shrimp - arranged into ... More >>
Blogs
April 10, 2012
Chef Mensur Duzic of Phoenix Children's Hospital, Part Two
Yesterday we started the conversation with Chef Mensur Duzic of the Phoenix Children's Hospital. Today, we continue. Duzic, a classically trained chef who worked for more than a decade in fine dining, is putting the "hospital" in hospitality by bringing his cuisine to an unexpected arena: a hospit ... More >>
Blogs
April 9, 2012
The Seven Oddest Restaurant Bathrooms in Greater Phoenix
Our little band of Chow Bella writers is a diverse group, but we do have a few things in common. We all put our pants on one leg at a time, and we all gotta go. And we've all been to a lot of bathrooms in a lot of restaurants. Some, to put it mildy, offer a better experience than others. We don't wa ... More >>
Blogs
April 9, 2012
Chef Mensur Duzic of Phoenix Children's Hospital
"Cafeteria" is to "lunch lady" as "restaurant" is to "chef." Wrong. Enter: Chef Mezur Duzic of Phoenix Children's Hospital. Duzic, a German-trained chef originally from Yugoslavia, takes the hospital cafeteria to a whole new level with made-to-order salads and a wood-fired pizza oven. This wee ... More >>
Blogs
April 6, 2012
Guess Where I'm Eating and Win A Prize
Being a freelance writer has its perks. I can work in my pajamas if I like, I can do dishes on my "breaks," and I can go to breakfast whenever I feel like it. The only problem is that most people are tucked away in their offices during the week, which forced me to get over my biggest fear -- eating ... More >>
Blogs
April 6, 2012
Almond Fritters with Azuki Bean Syrup at Nobuo Teeter House
With James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobuo Fukuda at the helm, it's no wonder that Nobuo Teeter House has one of the best restaurant reputations in town. However, it seems like every time someone says, "Their food is absolutely incredible," the high praise is followed by, "...but so expensive." Serve ... More >>
Dining
April 5, 2012
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers' Classic Fare Goes Awry
With James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobuo Fukuda at the helm, it's no wonder that Nobuo Teeter House has one of the best restaurant reputations in town. However, it seems like every time someone says, "Their food is absolutely incredible," the high praise is followed by, "...but so expensive." Serve ... More >>
Blogs
April 5, 2012
Epicuriad: The Finest Food/Beer/Wine Pairing Competition This Side of ANYWHERE
Trust us: With all the superb food festivals we have in the Valley, it's not easy to make it onto Chow Bella's radar. But the Epicuriad is no ordinary event. On the strength of its unique premise -- top local chefs match dishes with beer and wine in an all-out food pairing competition ... More >>
Blogs
April 4, 2012
Pei Wei Asian Market Is, in a Word, Inoffensive
When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few item ... More >>
Blogs
April 4, 2012
Big Brain Finalist 2012: Esther Mbaikambey
You submitted nominations for awards given to the Valley's emerging creatives and the results are in. Introducing our Big Brain 2012 Finalists. Leading up to the Big Brain Award awards announcement and celebration on April 7, Chow Bella and Jackalope Ranch will introduc ... More >>
Blogs
April 3, 2012
2012 Easter Brunch Roundup v2
Our first Easter Brunch Roundup was posted with plenty of time for those of you who enjoy (or can at least manage) scheduling everything with time to spare. For the rest of you, who like the pressure of waiting up until the last second, now's your time. There's less than a week left until the holida ... More >>
Blogs
April 3, 2012
New Pei Wei Asian Market Will Be Dream/ Nightmare For Those Who Love/Hate Pei Wei
Last November, I reported that P.F. Chang's China Bistro Inc., the Scottsdale-based company responsible for serving mediocre "Pan-Asian" fare at over 200 P.F. Chang's China Bistro restaurants and over 170 Pei Wei Asian Diner locations, was planning to open a new concept in Phoenix this April. And T ... More >>
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April 3, 2012
Sekong by Night Temporarily Closed for Vacation
Arizona will have to go without Khmer cuisine for a month. Sekong by Night, the only Cambodian restaurant in the state, has closed for April. Chef Lakhana In, who opened the restaurant just over a year ago with her son, Yutheana In, is traveling back to the mother country for an annual visit. (Now t ... More >>
Blogs
April 3, 2012
Azucena Tovar of Los Sombreros, Part Two
Yesterday we began our talk with chef and owner of Los Sombreros in Scottsdale, Azucena Tovar. An avid traveler who returns to her home country several times a year, Tovar strives to ensure her menu accurately reflects the ever-changing face of Mexican cuisine. Tovar, who grew up in central Mexico ... More >>
Blogs
April 3, 2012
America's Taco Shop: Happy Hour Report Card
The Spot: America's Taco Shop, 735 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281. (480) 751-6250. (Two more locations in downtown Phoenix) www.americastacoshop.net The Hours: 2 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday The Details: Tacos Al Pastor (with marinated pork, cabbage, guacamole, cilantro, and grilled pi ... More >>
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April 2, 2012
Chow Bella's Guide to Eating Cute Baby Easter Animals
Super cute Easter animals are more than just super cute -- they can be pretty freakin' delicious. This Easter, skip the ho-hum ham, save the turkey for Thanksgiving, and let's eat some super cute baby animals. Here's our little guide to feasting on completely cute meats. Enjoy! Cute Animal: Veal -- ... More >>
Blogs
March 30, 2012
"Nostalgia of Baseball" at Pink Pony
Last week, Laura Hahnefeld highlighted three restaurants in "How the Valley's Legendary Restaurants Keep Up With the Times," which covers everything from Phoenix's culinary history to what it takes to keep a restaurant in business for over half a century. One small mention and tantalizing photo dese ... More >>
Dining
March 29, 2012
O.H.S.O. Eatery and nanoBrewery Can't Get Beyond So-So
Last week, Laura Hahnefeld highlighted three restaurants in "How the Valley's Legendary Restaurants Keep Up With the Times," which covers everything from Phoenix's culinary history to what it takes to keep a restaurant in business for over half a century. One small mention and tantalizing photo dese ... More >>
Blogs
March 29, 2012
O.H.S.O. Eatery and nanoBrewery Still Has Some Work To Do
O.H.S.O. Eatery and NanoBrewery, which recently opened in Arcadia, has the style part down. But beyond hanging out on the patio with a cold beer and ordering some traditional pub fare, O.H.S.O. fails to deliver. Here's an excerpt from this week's cafe review:
Blogs
March 28, 2012
Seasons 52 Rolls Out New Springtime Menu: We Got A Sneak Peek
Last week, Seasons 52 at the Biltmore debuted brand new springtime menu additions and invited us to lunch on their front patio to check it out. And for the sake of the blog, we went and stuffed our faces with a couple plates of their guilt-free eats. Haven't heard of Seasons 52? It's a pretty coo ... More >>
Blogs
March 27, 2012
Cornish Pasty Co.: Happy Hour Report Card
The Spot: Cornish Pasty Co., 1941 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa, AZ 85202. (480) 838-3586. (Other location, newly expanding, in Tempe) www.cornishpastyco.com The Hours: 3 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. until close every day; all day Sundays The Details: We've worshipped at the altar of Cornish's $3 car bombs ... More >>
News
March 22, 2012
How the Valley's Legendary Restaurants Keep Up With the Times
The Spot: Cornish Pasty Co., 1941 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa, AZ 85202. (480) 838-3586. (Other location, newly expanding, in Tempe) www.cornishpastyco.com The Hours: 3 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. until close every day; all day Sundays The Details: We've worshipped at the altar of Cornish's $3 car bombs ... More >>
News
March 22, 2012
Bill Johnson's Big Apple Hopes to Endure Contentious Times
The Spot: Cornish Pasty Co., 1941 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa, AZ 85202. (480) 838-3586. (Other location, newly expanding, in Tempe) www.cornishpastyco.com The Hours: 3 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. until close every day; all day Sundays The Details: We've worshipped at the altar of Cornish's $3 car bombs ... More >>
Blogs
March 22, 2012
Easter Brunch Roundup
Whether or not you celebrate Easter, it's definitely one of the best Sundays of the year to indulge in a lavish brunch. The holiday falls on April 8 this year, and while you might be thinking that gives you plenty of time to make plans, it's never too early to book a table and secure your very own r ... More >>
Blogs
March 22, 2012
Three-In-One Khyber Halal Serves Up Cuisine of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and India
When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few item ... More >>
Blogs
March 21, 2012
Five Things to Eat if You're in Phoenix for the NCAA West Regionals
Welcome to Phoenix, basketball fans. We hope you're hungry. Whether your team wins or loses, you'll want to break some bread. So we're here with suggestions of our favorite places to do it. For this list, we've narrowed things to central and downtown Phoenix -- but you'll still likely need a car (o ... More >>
Blogs
March 21, 2012
Should Guests Tip for To-Go Orders?
Welcome to Chow Bella's Bites & Dishes, where Valley chefs and restaurateurs respond to a question 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.In his book, Keep the Change: A Clueless Tipper's ... More >>
Blogs
March 20, 2012
Pita Jungle: Happy Hour Report Card
The Spot: Pita Jungle, 4921 E. Ray Road, Phoenix. (480) 785-PITA (7482). More than seven other Valley locations, including Tempe, Scottsdale, and downtown Phoenix. www.pitajungle.com The Hours: 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Reverse happy hour is from 9 p.m. to close daily. The Details: On t ... More >>
Blogs
March 19, 2012
11 Favorite Barbecue Joints in Greater Phoenix
Nearly every meat-eating American speaks the language of barbecue. From the backyard to the upscale restaurant to the hole-in-the-wall 'cue house, cooking meat with smoke and heat has become somewhat of an art form -- taking on various styles, techniques, and rituals around the globe. Which is why ... More >>
Blogs
March 19, 2012
2012 James Beard Awards Finalists Announced: Only One Valley Nominee Moves On to the Finals
Last month, the James Beard Foundation announced its semifinalists for the 2012 JBF Restaurant and Chefs Awards -- and the Valley got loved on -- hard. Silvana Salcido Esparza, owner and chef of Barrio Cafe and Barrio Queen, and chef Kevin Binkley of Binkley's Restaurant and Café Bink were both n ... More >>
Blogs
March 16, 2012
Top 10 Worst Mexican Restaurants in Metro Phoenix
In the Valley there's amazing Mexican food from the mom 'n' pop hole-in-the-wall to blow-your-mind haute cuisine, Mexican-style. You would think that with such a wealth of delicious and accessible Mexican food on every corner, there would be no need for a "Worst Of..." list. You would be wrong. Wh ... More >>
Culture
March 15, 2012
St. Patrick's Day Guide 2012
In the Valley there's amazing Mexican food from the mom 'n' pop hole-in-the-wall to blow-your-mind haute cuisine, Mexican-style. You would think that with such a wealth of delicious and accessible Mexican food on every corner, there would be no need for a "Worst Of..." list. You would be wrong. Wh ... More >>
Dining
March 15, 2012
Jerk Hut Delivers a Taste of Jamaica
In the Valley there's amazing Mexican food from the mom 'n' pop hole-in-the-wall to blow-your-mind haute cuisine, Mexican-style. You would think that with such a wealth of delicious and accessible Mexican food on every corner, there would be no need for a "Worst Of..." list. You would be wrong. Wh ... More >>
Blogs
March 15, 2012
10 Favorite Metro Phoenix Wine Bars
Pretentious and snobby wine bars are, thankfully, a thing of the past -- at least as far as we're concerned. We like our wines bars fun and full of life with an outstanding staff who will refrain from laughing at our questions and will happily pair our food with a wine of their choice. Speaking o ... More >>
Blogs
March 13, 2012
Corner Bakery Cafe's Breakfast Disappoints -- A Lot
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 mashup of breakfast recipes, news and reviews of local restaurants serving the a.m. crowd. Corner Bakery Cafe in Peoria is the setting for this week's Scrambled ... More >>
Blogs
March 12, 2012
Pho House Is Your New Favorite, Er, Pho House
When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions. Share a few photos, some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few items, and satisfyi ... More >>
Culture
March 8, 2012
St. Patrick's Day Guide 2012
When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions. Share a few photos, some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few items, and satisfyi ... More >>
Dining
March 8, 2012
Fuego Tacos Misses a Few Opportunities
When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions. Share a few photos, some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few items, and satisfyi ... More >>
Blogs
March 7, 2012
New Happy Hour at Café Bink
If you're in the Carefree area, boy, do we have good news for you. Café Bink, the "little sister to Binkley's Restaurant," is now serving Happy Hour from 3 - 5 p.m. every Monday through Friday.
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