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Gallo Blanco Café at The Clarendon Kicks Up the Taco Shop With Cochinita Tortas and Fresh Crepes

8 Places for President Obama to Try on His Next Phoenix Visit

Call me a shameless arugula eater, but I still can't get over the Obama family's choice of dinner destination when they were in Phoenix this past Saturday night: Macayo's Mexican Kitchen on Central Avenue, the flagship among the Southwestern chain's 18 locations. Seriously? Sure, Macayo's has b ... More >>

Feedback from the Issue of Thursday, October 8, 2009

Call me a shameless arugula eater, but I still can't get over the Obama family's choice of dinner destination when they were in Phoenix this past Saturday night: Macayo's Mexican Kitchen on Central Avenue, the flagship among the Southwestern chain's 18 locations. Seriously? Sure, Macayo's has b ... More >>

Chef Doug Robson Plans New Market/Restaurant

​It doesn't have a name yet. But a new market-meets-restaurant that Gallo Blanco chef Doug Robson is working on may be open as early as December. Robson's renovating a former Coffee Plantation at 48th Street and Warner in Ahwatukee. The freestanding building is in a neighborhood packed wit ... More >>

Gallo Blanco Chefs Welcome Pumpkin Season

I can only go so long without a Gallo Blanco fix. Even after having been there too many times to count, I still get indecisive when I look at the menu, just because I want one of everything. So I dragged my colleagues there for a meeting yesterday, and once again, found more tasty things to ... More >>

October 21 In Blogs: Illegal Alien Costume, U2, Gallo Blanco, and Taser International

​In the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries: Feathered Bastard: Easley's Fun Shop Sells Out of Illegal Alien Costume. Is the Costume Racist? Nah. Up on the ... More >>

Now Open: Hillside Spot

​Gallo Blanco chef-owner Doug Robson says he had no idea he'd be opening two restaurants in one year, but things just organically turned out that way. His new place, headed by chef Patrick Fegan (formerly of Fiamma and Olive & Ivy), is called Hillside Spot, and it just opened ... More >>

Hot Fudge Sundaze Coming To The Clarendon Rooftop

​ DJs William "Fudging" Reed and Sean Watson have a new shin-dig scheduled for Sundays on the rooftop of the Clarendon Hotel in downtown Phoenix. The weekly party is called Hot Fudge Sundaze and runs from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public -- even, the press release says, ki ... More >>

Gallo Blanco Offers Deals for "Twitter Taco Tuesday"

Gallo Blanco​As if we needed another excuse to hit up one of our favorite spots -- Gallo Blanco, the cafe at the Clarendon Hotel in CenPho, home of the best roasted corn on the cob ever -- we just logged onto Twitter and learned that @galloblanco is offering a deal today. "Visit us for $1 o ... More >>

Chris Williams, What Are You Eating?

​Christopher WilliamsThe improv actor with the Light Rail Pirates, Chaos Comedy, Buck, The Team Formerly Known as Hope? and The Torch Theatre performs with Light Rail Pirates every Friday night in February at 10:30 p.m. at Space 55. What'd you eat for dinner last night? Lefto ... More >>

Locally Made: Sam Filicetti Achieves Higher Consciousness with Chocolate

​In ancient times, Mayans drank cacao concoctions to achieve an altered consciousness believed to bring them close to a god-like state.  It was this promise of elevated awareness and an interest in Divine Metaphysics that initially attracted Sam Filicetti, an electrical engineer, to choc ... More >>

Groupon Gives You Food For Less and a Chance at $100,000

Now that Phoenix is gearing up to tax grocery store bought food, we're looking for ways to eat out all the time. I mean, if we're going to pay tax on food, we'd rather have a beef torta from Gallo Blanco or a pulled pork sammy from Bryan's Black Mountain BBQ than a boring ho ... More >>

Ask the Critic: What Makes Good Guacamole?

Good guac is always on hand at Tradiciones.​I love sinking my teeth into perfectly ripe avocado. A single fruit, sliced up, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkled with sea salt, is one of my favorite lazy-girl snacks when I'm craving something luscious but too beat to actually ... More >>

Gallo Blanco Cafe's Posole: Dinner for Two Under $10

​True, you might want to toss in a sangria or two -- thereby upping your bill, and, most likely, your craving for a big bowl of guacamole and homemade chips. But if you're really broke, and still jonesing for dinner out, you can feed yourself and a friend well on just a bowl of the posole at ... More >>

This Weekend: Devoured Phoenix Culinary Classic

Jason Silva A year ago, I sipped some wine at West of Western culinary festival with entrepreneur and small business advocate Kimber Lanning of Local First Arizona, chatting about boosting the profile of local restaurants. If only I'd brought a crystal ball with me. ... More >>

Happy Hours: Your Guide to Valley Spots Worthy of Your Drink Money

Jason Silva A year ago, I sipped some wine at West of Western culinary festival with entrepreneur and small business advocate Kimber Lanning of Local First Arizona, chatting about boosting the profile of local restaurants. If only I'd brought a crystal ball with me. ... More >>

Gallo Blanco Gears Up For Summer with New Menus, Patio

​After a successful first year in business, Gallo Blanco chef-owner Doug Robson is embracing summer with expanded seating and new menus.Al fresco dining is finally an option thanks to a new 24-seat patio at the northeast end of the building, where planters and raised flower beds create a lush feel ... More >>

James Keenan, What Are You Eating?

​ James Keenan The singer/bassist/synth player for electronic rock band A Life of Science and art director for Sundawg Records performs with A Life of Science at Phoenix Comicon Saturday, May 29 at 6 p.m. and is a part of the A Life of Science "Creating Multimedia Comics" panel at Phoenix Comi ... More >>

76: Huevos Rancheros at Gallo Blanco Cafe

​Hungry yet? We're working up our appetites for our huge Best of Phoenix issue, out September 30, with daily servings of Chow Bella's 100 Favorite Dishes from across the Valley -- in no particular order Leave your suggestions for upcoming favorites in the comments section. Visit our siste ... More >>

Ask the Critic: What's the Coldest Food in Phoenix?

A friend just sent me the best question for right now: What's the "coldest" meal/restaurant I can seek out in Phoenix this weekend? Everything's coming up Asian when I think of delicious cold food, like bun (cold rice noodles) or goi cuon (rice paper rolls) at Da Vang or Pho Thanh, hiyashi chuka (c ... More >>

Hillside Spot Keeps Ahwatukee Locals Well Fed

A friend just sent me the best question for right now: What's the "coldest" meal/restaurant I can seek out in Phoenix this weekend? Everything's coming up Asian when I think of delicious cold food, like bun (cold rice noodles) or goi cuon (rice paper rolls) at Da Vang or Pho Thanh, hiyashi chuka (c ... More >>

Fire at Hillside, and Rooster Trouble at Gallo

I'm endangered!​Word spread like wildfire yesterday about Hillside Spot's fire -- seems like a lot of people wanted to hit it up for Sunday breakfast -- but the blaze itself was brief and well contained. Yesterday morning, a spark from the rotisserie at the Ahwatukee restaurant creat ... More >>

Sept. 8 In Blogs: The Arizona Passport T-Shirt, Flamenco, Phoenix Independents Bowl, Salty Senorita, and Meghan McCain

​​​In the 24-hour news cycle, it can be difficult to keep up. We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times' blogs. Today's entries:

12: Rustica Pizza at Cibo

​Hungry yet? We're working up our appetites for our huge Best of Phoenix issue, out September 30, with daily servings of Chow Bella's 100 Favorite Dishes from across the Valley -- in no particular order Leave your suggestions for upcoming favorites in the comments sectio ... More >>

1: Braised Leeks With Mozzarella at FnB

​We've spent all summer making ourselves drool over Chow Bella's 100 Favorite Dishes from across the Valley -- presented in no particular order, mind you -- all in anticipation of our blockbuster Best of Phoenix issue, out tomorrow. From burgers to bourekas to banana cream pie, there's ... More >>

Arizona Restaurant Industry is Starting to Look Up

Food porn like this burger from Gallo Blanco might've made you eat at more restaurants. Have you been dining out more in 2010? If so, you're not alone. This past year has seen a slight boost for the state's restaurant industry, according to a story in this morning's Republic business section. ... More >>

Gallo Blanco's Doug Robson Won't Ditch the Rooster

Check out the fresh ink on chef Doug Robson.​Doug Robson, chef-owner of Gallo Blanco, had to give up his restaurant logo, but now there's one rooster that nobody can take away from him.After wine giant E&J Gallo threatened a lawsuit over Robson's rooster motif at his hip Midtown Mexican eatery ... More >>

Tonight: TK's Urban Tavern Debuts at Scottsdale Quarter

I think I'd like to stop in soon for a glass of wine at TK's Urban Tavern, which opens to the public tonight at the Scottsdale Quarter (and has really been on a roll this week, with three other openings, and a closing. Whew!). "People are doing backflips when they see our price ... More >>

Lunch $10 and Under at Hillside Spot

​Things have changed at Hillside Spot, the Ahwatukee breakfast joint owned by Gallo Blanco chef Doug Robson. For one thing, it's not just breakfast and lunch anymore. Hillside Spot now stays open until 9 p.m. on weeknights and 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday for dinner. Th ... More >>

Ask the Critic: How Long Do You Wait to Visit a New Restaurant?

I ate at Gallo Blanco just a couple weeks after it opened, and it was already something I wanted to tell everyone about.​There is no science to reviewing restaurants. To the contrary, it's all about what my gut tells me, based on a series of dining experiences, impressions, and a sense of ... More >>

Five Places to Celebrate National Margarita Day

Gallo Blanco's margarita never disappoints.​Yeah, there happens to be a food holiday for every single day of the year, but some seem more legit than others. (National Turkey Neck Soup Day? WTF?!) National Margarita Day is one that seems actually worthy of celebrating, altho ... More >>

This Weekend: Devoured Phx Culinary Classic

Last year, Kai's table at Devoured was the most beautiful display of all.​Over the last few years, the Valley of the Sun has become the Valley of the Culinary Festivals. A handful of must-visit food- and wine-tasting events is now a sprawling season of eating, from East Valley to West. ... More >>

Five Destination Desserts in Phoenix

Claire LawtonGallo Blanco's chocolate pudding. ​Not long ago, a friend posed a good question. He wanted to know where he could get dessert in central Phoenix. And not just a meal-ender. This needed to be dessert worth leaving the house for. Here are Chow Bella's five suggestions for destinati ... More >>

Aguas Frescas from Any Mexican Place Worth Its Sal

Flickr- martintoy Bright and colorful aguas frescas, aguas con leche, y horchatas. ​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 v ... More >>

Five Guacamoles We'd Eat Straight From the Bowl

  All guac is not created equal. And if you've ever dipped a chip into the offerings at our five favorite spots for the best use of avocado, you know what we're talking about.   1. Barrio Cafe. Really, here in Phoenix, Silvana Salcido Esparza sets the standard with her tableside guacamol ... More >>

Vote Your Favorite Local Restaurant Into Zagat's 2012 Guide

The "Burgundy Bible" of food.​Pissed off that New York, L.A. and Chicago restaurants always get the glory -- and half the entries in most national dining guides -- while Phoenix gets totally ignored (Pizzeria Bianco aside)? Then put your fingers where your mouth is.New York-based Zagat, the compan ... More >>

Tracy Dempsey, Jen Anderson of Windsor, Aaron Chamberlain of St. Francis, and More to Hold Cooking Classes at Phoenix Public Market

​Learning how to prepare fresh ingredients with chef Aaron Chamberlain of St. Francis? Tastings with chef Jen Anderson of Windsor? Recipes from the Queen of Sweet, Tracy Dempsey? This summer is gonna be face-time fabulous thanks to the Summer Chef Series at the Phoenix Public Market. From 2 t ... More >>

Gallo Blanco: Happy Hour Report Card

Nicole Smith​The Spot: Gallo Blanco, 401 W Clarendon Avenue, Phoenix, (602) 274-4774www.galloblancocafe.comThe Hours: 3- 6 p.m., everyday. The Details: The Clarendon Hotel's eccentric in-house eatery offers an awesome daily happy hour menu that includes a total of 6 appetizers ranging as low as $3 ... More >>

Crescent Ballroom's Menu to be Overseen by Chris Bianco and Doug Robson

​In case you haven't been paying attention, Phoenix is getting a new music venue called the Crescent Ballroom (you can read about it here). Phoenix music fans are pretty excited for the venue's October 3rd opening and it looks like Phoenix foodies have something to look forward to, as well.&nb ... More >>

Unknown Mortal Orchestra Will Break In New Venue Crescent Ballroom

​In case you haven't been paying attention, Phoenix is getting a new music venue called the Crescent Ballroom (you can read about it here). Phoenix music fans are pretty excited for the venue's October 3rd opening and it looks like Phoenix foodies have something to look forward to, as well.&nb ... More >>

Unknown Mortal Orchestra Break In New Venue Crescent Ballroom

​In case you haven't been paying attention, Phoenix is getting a new music venue called the Crescent Ballroom (you can read about it here). Phoenix music fans are pretty excited for the venue's October 3rd opening and it looks like Phoenix foodies have something to look forward to, as well.&nb ... More >>

New Times Recieves Publication of the Year at 2011 Stylos Awards

​New Times snagged a 2011 Stylos Awards for Publication of the Year.Yay!We beat out La Voz and Que Magazine for Best Publication.Stylos Awards are presented by the Isac Amaya Foundation to honor local, super-talented musicians, artists, models and fashion designers, as well as the community's best ... More >>

Burros, Beer, and Beats at Cocina 10 in Downtown's Crescent Ballroom

Get this: al pastor pork burrito.​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 op ... More >>

Laura Hahnefeld Looks at the Year of the Food Truck

Get this: al pastor pork burrito.​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 op ... More >>

Laura Hahnefeld's Year in Food: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Beckett's Table joined in the pie craze of 2011.​In addition to food trucks making the scene in a big way in 2011 (see the article here), the year in food for the Valley was chock-full of other newsworthy goodies as well -- even chef Payton Curry managed to slip in a last-minute announcement.  ... More >>

Devoured Culinary Classic Tickets Now On Sale

​Whoa, where did the month of January go? Blink again and it could be the end of February, which would mean the third annual Devoured Culinary Classic -- the Valley's most popular culinary event featuring Arizona's finest local restaurants, chefs, and wineries -- would be right around the corn ... More >>

Ten Favorite Vegetarian Entrees in Metro Phoenix

Phoenix isn't exactly known for vegetarian food, but the Valley has several unique, passionate vegetarian-friendly restaurants. Don't worry, you won't find any salads or veggie burgers on this list.

Ten Favorite Downtown Phoenix Restaurants for Late Night Dining

​We've all been there: drunk and hungry, only to find most of the local food joints are closed. As a remedy to this dire situation, we've done our best to find some downtown Phoenix spots where you can still grab a bite after most of the other restaurants have closed their kitchens. Let us kno ... More >>