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    May 24, 2012

    Distrito to Hold Smoking (Literally) Cooking Class This Weekend

    Staying in town this Memorial Day weekend? You cannot be bored. Not yet. Get up off your lazy butt and do something productive -- like attending a class on outdoor cooking. Let's embrace the season, people! This Sunday afternoon, May 27, Distrito will bring back its popular "Cook Like an Iron Chef" ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 22, 2012

    Fava Beans at Rancho Pinot and FnB -- Hurry, They're Almost Gone

    Fava beans -- quite possibly the spookiest legumes of all time. Remember Hannibal Lecter, who scared the bejeezus out of Clarice (and the rest of us) when he deadpanned, "I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti"? And then that little slurpy noise he made after? Seriously creepy. The ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 18, 2012

    Pomegranate Chocolate Cake at Pomegranate Café

    Dessert isn't supposed to be healthy, but that doesn't mean that it has to be entirely bad for you, either. Pomegranate Café's large selection of pastries and desserts expertly toes this line, bringing the best of both worlds: indulgence and health-consciousness. All desserts are made in-house from ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 30, 2012

    Organic Farms Yield Mixed Results, Study Reveals

    Hoping for a decline in organic produce prices anytime soon? That probably isn't going to happen, if a recent study published in Nature is any indication. And get rid of any notions that organic farming is by definition better for the earth. The "meta-analysis" reveals that certain types of conven ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 26, 2012

    Chef Brian Hulihee's Green Chile Mac and Cheese

    This week in Chef Talk we brought you our interview with Chef Brian Hulihee of Roaring Fork in central Scottsdale. On Monday, he talked about how he got into the business and what it's like to be entering his 10th year at the restaurant. Yesterday, he recalled family memories involving traditional ... 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 >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2012

    So Who Won the Burger Battle at the Scottsdale Culinary Festival?

    It was burgers galore last night at Scottsdale Stadium and although there wasn't a huge turnout for the Scottsdale Culinary Festival's very first Burger Battle it was a really fun (and filling) experience and the folks that did shell out the $55 for a ticket got their money's worth. Zinburger, Mod ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2012

    Last Night's Scottsdale Culinary Festival Chocolate & Wine Experience Not So Chocolatey

    To me, one of chocolate's best properties is the fact that it doesn't need to be super sweet to feel incredibly indulgent. A blissful chocolate is smooth, rich, dark, and simple. My current favorite is Chocolove's Orange Peel, and I expected the Scottsdale Culinary Festival's only dessert event woul ... More >>

  • Dining

    April 12, 2012

    Fu-Fu Cuisine: Where Africa Meets the Caribbean

    To me, one of chocolate's best properties is the fact that it doesn't need to be super sweet to feel incredibly indulgent. A blissful chocolate is smooth, rich, dark, and simple. My current favorite is Chocolove's Orange Peel, and I expected the Scottsdale Culinary Festival's only dessert event woul ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 11, 2012

    Go Lbs Salt is Crowd Funding the Southwest's First Truffiere

    Local entrepreneurs Aaron and Liz Eckburg of Go Lbs Salt announced plans recently to found the southwest's first commercial truffiere, an orchard for truffles. Due to the incredibly steep costs of starting a truffiere, the Eckburgs have turned to crowd funding to raise the necessary $3.5 million dol ... More >>

  • Dining

    April 5, 2012

    Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers' Classic Fare Goes Awry

    Local entrepreneurs Aaron and Liz Eckburg of Go Lbs Salt announced plans recently to found the southwest's first commercial truffiere, an orchard for truffles. Due to the incredibly steep costs of starting a truffiere, the Eckburgs have turned to crowd funding to raise the necessary $3.5 million dol ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 2, 2012

    Chef Dan Moody Defends Pink Slime

    We have probably moved past the point in which reasoned debate will enter the furor over pink slime, but some people are going to try. Chef Dan Moody, who has cooked at Posh and visits the Valley frequently, wrote a post on his blog defending the merits of pink slime in the broader context of feedi ... More >>

  • Dining

    March 29, 2012

    O.H.S.O. Eatery and nanoBrewery Can't Get Beyond So-So

    We have probably moved past the point in which reasoned debate will enter the furor over pink slime, but some people are going to try. Chef Dan Moody, who has cooked at Posh and visits the Valley frequently, wrote a post on his blog defending the merits of pink slime in the broader context of feedi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 26, 2012

    Boiled Beets with Parm and Pine Nuts

    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 beets. My default cooking method for root vegetables is roasting. Lately, though, I've been having the darndest ... More >>

  • News

    March 22, 2012

    How the Valley's Legendary Restaurants Keep Up With the Times

    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 beets. My default cooking method for root vegetables is roasting. Lately, though, I've been having the darndest ... 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 20, 2012

    Chef Talk: Our Lady of Cupcakes, Part Two

    Yesterday we talked with Katie True and Lisa Even of Our Lady of Cupcakes. Today the conversation continues when we ask them about the cupcake market and what they see in their future. What advice would you give someone looking at becoming a small business owner? Lisa: If we would have done what ... 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 16, 2012

    Guinness Chocolate Cake and Orange Glaze

    Welcome to our new(ish) column, "Ask the Pastry Chef," by Amy Morris, a pastry sous chef at J&G Steakhouse. Have a question for Amy? Leave it in the comments section. Do you have a cake recipe with Guinness in it for St. Patrick's Day? Nothing says St. Patrick's Day more than Guinness beer. I c ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 14, 2012

    Battle of the Food Truck Hot Dogs: Epic vs. Short Leash

    You've seen gourmet food trucks all over town. Each one has its own different spin, giving a unique twist to casual street eats. For the most part, each better-known truck has its own specialty... except two of them. There is a pair of trucks prowling the Valley offering gourmet hot dogs. Since the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2012

    Cardamom Cookies with Slivered Almonds

    Although it has limitless possibilities, cardamom really shines as the star ingredient in baked goods with a hint of almonds, pistachios, or walnuts to round out the flavor.

  • Blogs

    March 5, 2012

    Stacked Cheese and I'itoi Enchiladas with Homemade Sauce

    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 dried chiles and i'itoi onions.

  • Blogs

    February 27, 2012

    Ten Favorite Gourmet Pizza Shops in the Valley

    Since pizza -- a basic dish associated with Naples but not exclusively so -- was taken to America by Italian emigrants, shops selling the flat disks topped with goodness have popped up on nearly every street corner. And since most folks have a cherished neighborhood hangout that offers up simple a ... More >>

  • Dining

    February 23, 2012

    Jose Garces' Culinary Star Power Shines at Old Town Whiskey and Distrito

    Since pizza -- a basic dish associated with Naples but not exclusively so -- was taken to America by Italian emigrants, shops selling the flat disks topped with goodness have popped up on nearly every street corner. And since most folks have a cherished neighborhood hangout that offers up simple a ... More >>

  • Dining

    February 16, 2012

    Tom's Tavern Fumbles After Renovation

    Since pizza -- a basic dish associated with Naples but not exclusively so -- was taken to America by Italian emigrants, shops selling the flat disks topped with goodness have popped up on nearly every street corner. And since most folks have a cherished neighborhood hangout that offers up simple a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 14, 2012

    Chef Christine Boerner of The Baker's Daughter, Part Two

    In recognition of Valentine's Day we're talking with chocolatier and pastry chef, Christine Boerner of The Baker's Daughter. Yesterday she gave us a peek into how she prepares for V-Day and today we get schooled about how you go from cacao bean...to chocolate dream. So, how do you make chocolate? ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 13, 2012

    How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    ​ Welcome to our new(ish) column, "Ask the Pastry Chef," by Amy Morris, a pastry sous chef at J&G Steakhouse. Have a question for Amy? Leave it in the comments section.This week's question: How Do I Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries?Chocolate covered strawberries are perfect for Valentine's ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 10, 2012

    Good Bagels in Unlikely Places: Hot Bagels & Deli

    Many East Coast transplants in the Valley might argue that getting a decent bagel in Phoenix is difficult, if not impossible, to find. Then there are others who say Hot Bagels & Deli comes pretty damn close. Hot Bagels & Deli, the little breakfast and lunch spot with three locations -- Arrowhead, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 9, 2012

    14 Ways to Get Your Phoenix Valentine's Day Chocolate Fix

    ​ Chocolate and Valentine's Day go together like eggs and bacon, or cookie and milk, or cookies and bacon, or bacon and bacon .....mmmmm bacon. Oh wait, we were talking about chocolate. Anyhow, chocolate and Valentine's Day go hand in hand. A Valentine's Day without chocolate would just be a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 7, 2012

    Chloe's Corner at CityScape: Lunch Under $10

    Shelby Moore The hot-pressed Albacore Tuna melt incorporates tomato and cheddar cheese, served on cranberry walnut bread. There's a Gosling's Ginger Beer to sip on.​Chloe's Corner earned its stripes serving straightforward diner fare -- panini-pressed meat and cheese sandwiches, salads, and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 20, 2011

    Claire's Chocolate Chip, Fool Proof, and Better Than They Look (Really) 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, we bring you Claire's Chocolate Chip, Better Than They Look (Really) Cookies. I am not a baker -- a tough fact I thought I could hide un ... More >>

  • Blogs

    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 >>

  • Blogs

    December 6, 2011

    Top 10 Bread Bakeries in Greater Phoenix

    ​Bread, often equivalent to the word "food," is an indispensable staple in many parts of the world. Throughout history -- in religion, magic, and custom -- this deceptively simple foodstuff has ensured a seat at our table of survival. Where to find some of the best of it in the Valley? Here ar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 15, 2011

    In Season: Green Chile Cheeseburgers with Tomato

    Jennifer WoodsWhy, yes, there are sweet potato chips on that plate. Dinner took me forever because of them, but it was tasty.​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 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 1, 2011

    In Season: Pizza-Oven-Style Pizza with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Topped with Arugula Salad

    Jennifer Woods​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 making a fresh pizza sauce with a tomato and topping it with dressed arugula.

  • Blogs

    October 27, 2011

    MXSW Takes Ads and Eric Eats Out Considers Taking a Break

    A round-up of tasty morsels from Valley food blogs. ​In the same week, two popular Phoenix food blogs are headed in two different directions. Jess Harter of Mouth by Southwest announces that he's going pro in his East Valley dedicated food blog by bringing on advertisers for the first time. ... More >>

  • Dining

    October 6, 2011

    Poblano May Have Difficulty Competing with Neighborhood Staples

    A round-up of tasty morsels from Valley food blogs. ​In the same week, two popular Phoenix food blogs are headed in two different directions. Jess Harter of Mouth by Southwest announces that he's going pro in his East Valley dedicated food blog by bringing on advertisers for the first time. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 16, 2011

    Breakfast Enchiladas from Perk Eatery

    ​Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing our 100 Favorite Dishes with you. Now we're back - with the 2011 edition. Have a suggestion for a dish you'd like us to try? Leave it in the comments section or email laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. 10: Breakfast Ench ... More >>

  • Dining

    September 15, 2011

    Huauchinango's Poblano Cuisine Will Leave You Saying "Holy Mole"

    ​Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing our 100 Favorite Dishes with you. Now we're back - with the 2011 edition. Have a suggestion for a dish you'd like us to try? Leave it in the comments section or email laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. 10: Breakfast Ench ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 17, 2011

    Baguette Vending Machine Installed in -- Where Else? -- France

    Only in France will you find the public's demand for a freshly baked baguette be so fierce that one of the 33,000 bakeries took advantage of the annual August holiday, where most will close up shop, to install a baguette vending machine. Jean-Louis Hecht's wife was worried that they would never get ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 8, 2011

    Build a Better Veggie "Burger"

    holycowvegan​ There are two reasons veggie burgers get a bad rap. The first is the name. After all, a good burger is typically defined as meaty, juicy and smoky. A good veggie burder doesn't need to be any of that. Then there is the frozen variety of garden-veggie burgers; the cooked contents ne ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 4, 2011

    A Guide to Fresh Mexican Cheese and the Dishes to Top with It

    Wikimedia Commons Fresh queso fresco, ready to use in a variety of Mexican dishes.​Tacos may very well be the perfect food, but let's face it, the standard Meximerican fare can get a bit stale after a while. Taco the Town is here to highlight some of the more unusual Mexican finds in the va ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 6, 2011

    Meatball Sandwich from DeFalco's Italian Grocery & Deli

    ​Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing our 100 Favorite Dishes with you. Now we're back - with the 2011 edition. Have a suggestion for a dish you'd like us to try? Leave it in the comments section or email laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. 63: Meatball Sandw ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 1, 2011

    Arizona Biltmore's Dinner and a Movie Series Starts Today

    Arizona Biltmore​Summertime in the Valley may be a scorcher, but the Arizona Biltmore, one of Phoenix's first resorts built in 1929 with the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright serving as the consulting architect, is playing it Hollywood cool. As part of their Hollywood & Wine summer-long series fea ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 30, 2011

    Ten Phoenix Hot Dogs Worth Their Mustard

    Arizona Biltmore​Summertime in the Valley may be a scorcher, but the Arizona Biltmore, one of Phoenix's first resorts built in 1929 with the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright serving as the consulting architect, is playing it Hollywood cool. As part of their Hollywood & Wine summer-long series fea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 29, 2011

    Lebanese Chicken from Middle Eastern Bakery and Deli

    ​Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing our 100 Favorite Dishes with you. Now we're back - with the 2011 edition. Have a suggestion for a dish you'd like us to try? Leave it in the comments section or email laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. 67: Lebanese Chick ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 27, 2011

    Our 10 Favorite Hot Dogs in Phoenix

    ​The snap of the casing, the juicy mystery meat, the seasonings -- thankfully, the mighty hot dog makes its home not just in ball parks and backyard barbecues, but at plenty of wiener stands across the Valley. With so many places to choose from and always a new hot dog to try, we at Chow Bell ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 23, 2011

    Bernie Kantak's Citizen Public House Is Your New Favorite Restaurant

    ​The snap of the casing, the juicy mystery meat, the seasonings -- thankfully, the mighty hot dog makes its home not just in ball parks and backyard barbecues, but at plenty of wiener stands across the Valley. With so many places to choose from and always a new hot dog to try, we at Chow Bell ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 9, 2011

    BLD Does Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner -- But Gets None of Them Quite Right

    ​The snap of the casing, the juicy mystery meat, the seasonings -- thankfully, the mighty hot dog makes its home not just in ball parks and backyard barbecues, but at plenty of wiener stands across the Valley. With so many places to choose from and always a new hot dog to try, we at Chow Bell ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 6, 2011

    Taking a Bite Outta Guy Fieri's Hot Wieners

    The Virgin gets hands on with her wiener.​In honor of Guy Fieri's visit this Tuesday, June 7, with his Guy Fieri Road Show, I dug through the Food Network Top 100 Guy Fieri recipes and found a gem from Guy's Big Bite: Hot Wieners Rhode Island Style. Now, to us non-Rhode Islanders (or would ... More >>

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