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May 22, 2012
91: Mike Pitt
From now 'til we publish the 2012 edition of Best of Phoenix, New Times and Chow Bella present 100 Tastemakers -- Valley residents who make the cut in our culinary scene. Some you'll know; for others, it'll be a first introduction (but likely not the last). While you're here, check out our 100 Creat ... More >>
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May 16, 2012
"Taste It Tours" Makes a Downtown Phoenician Want to Cry
Ever find yourself thinking, "Wow, I really wish there was someone who could show me around downtown Phoenix's bustling food scene. It's all so overwhelming"? Well . . . probably not. But anyway, Taste It Tours is here to satisfy your burning curiosity about all that downtown has to offer you and ... More >>
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April 16, 2012
Point-Counterpoint: We Are So Over Food Trucks. (Or Are We?)
Just utter (or type) the words food and truck in close proximity, and some people freak out -- while others drool. It's the same among Chow Bella's staff, which is why when we decided to unveil our first "Point-Counterpoint" (with thanks/apologies to our sister blog in Houston, Eating Our Words) the ... More >>
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April 9, 2012
In the Kitchen with Aaron Chamberlin, Chef/Owner of St. Francis
Aaron Chamberlin chef/owner of St. Francis and his girlfriend Lee del Real have only been in their petite, 1950's bungalow in the Coronado historic neighborhood for about four months -- though you wouldn't know it. It feels like they've been there for years. The house has a charming red brick ext ... More >>
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April 4, 2012
Los Sombreros' Hibiscus Enchiladas
This week in Chef Talk we've been chatting with Los Sombreros chef and owner, Azucena Tovar. Tovar travels to Mexico multiple times a year to keep her finger on the pulse of the vibrant culinary scene in and around her hometown of Miguel Allende, Mexico. Using inspiration from her travels, she cre ... More >>
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March 6, 2012
Chef Buzz and Bee of Buzznbeez Good Food Truck
Yesterday, we introduced you to one of Phoenix's newest food trucks: Buzznbeez Good Food Truck. As the latest apple to fall not-so-far from Mrs. White's family tree, you can be sure to find down home Southern cookin' and friendly service from this purple and yellow truck. Today, we're back with th ... More >>
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March 5, 2012
Caramelpalooza 2012: The Winners!
Hundreds of you came out to lick, crunch, chew and otherwise gobble caramel confections prepared by 18 of the Valley's finest chefs Friday night, all part of the third annual Caramelpalooza, co-sponsored by Smeeks and Chow Bella. We might be a little biased, but we think it was our best 'palooza ye ... More >>
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February 15, 2012
Chef Christine Boerner's Rose Truffle
This week we've been talking with Chef Christine Boerner of The Baker's Daughter. A chocolatier and pastry chef, Christine told us earlier how much it takes for her to get ready for the most chocolate-y of all holidays: Valentine's Day. Today, she gives us a peak at her recipe for Rose Truffle.
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February 14, 2012
Ten Favorite Phoenix Food Trucks
Since the first food truck festival rolled into Phoenix last October, it seems that nothing - not stupidly long lines, not inflated prices, not a complete and utter lack of organization, truly NOTHING - can stop the flood of food trucks and food truck festivals from saturating the Valley with mob ... More >>
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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 >>
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February 13, 2012
Chef Christine Boerner of The Baker's Daughter
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and whether you're in love or so far out of it you can hardly stand the sight of another heart-shaped anything, the holiday does bring all people together around one thing. No, we're nothing talking about those warm, fuzzy feelings. We're talking about choco ... More >>
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January 31, 2012
Damon Brasch of Green and Nami, Part 2
Lauren SariaYesterday we shared the first part of our talk with vegan chef and owner of Green, Damon Brasch who shared the story behind the century-year-old buildings that now house his most recent culinary endeavors in the middle of downtown Phoenix. Today Brasch, known also for his mad mu ... More >>
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January 30, 2012
Damon Brasch of Green and Nami
At the second location of the vegan bistro, Green, we met up with owner and chef Damon Brasch for this week's Chef Talk. Next door at the also new-to-town snack shop, Nami, we chatted over a cup of coffee (with soy milk, of course) about the history behind the recently renovated buildings, of which ... More >>
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January 24, 2012
Linda Schneider of 21 Cakes, Part Two
This week we bring you Pastry Chef Linda Schneider of 21 Cakes, the gourmet cupcake and macron bakery in Scottsdale. Yesterday she told us about her childhood baking with her grandmother and explained the difference between a macron and a macaroon. Today, we ask her advice for new bakers and find ... More >>
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January 18, 2012
Chef Danielle Leoni of The Breadfruit, Part Two
Lauren Saria Today we've got the second part of our chat with Chef Danielle Leoni of The Breadfruit. Although the restaurant's been open for several years, The Breadfruit stays true to its roots and original mission to offer fresh, Jamaican cuisine in a friendly, casual atmosphere. Leoni pride ... More >>
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January 16, 2012
Street Eats Food Truck Festival Offers Tasty Food, Long Lines, and a Few Lessons for Next Time
Editor's Note, in the interest of full disclosure: While Chow Bella wasn't directly involved, Phoenix New Times was a sponsor of the Street Eats Food Truck festival. From $5 parking to $4 samples (what happened to the $2 vouchers we were promised?!) Saturday's Street Eats food truck fes ... More >>
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January 5, 2012
Chef Alford's Honey Yuzu Dressing
This week we met up with Chef Jason Alford, who shared the story of his culinary roots from a small community in Oregon and discussed the evolution of Scottsdale's London-imported Japanese restauraunt, Roka Akor. Today we've got his simple recipe for a Honey Yuzu Dressing featured on th ... More >>
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January 4, 2012
Chef Jason Alford of Roka Akor, Part 2
Yesterday we sat down to chat with Executive Chef Jason Alford of Scottsdale's Roka Akor. Today he talks shop and explains the meaning of "omakase" and "shochu" and comments on his recent collaboration with Chef Nobuo Fukada of Nobuo at Teeter House. How did the event with Chef Fukuda go? ... More >>
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January 3, 2012
Chef Jason Alford of Roka Akor
Join us in this week's Chef Talk as we venture inside Roka Akor, Scottsdale's posh Japanese steak and sushi restaurant. You might be surprised to see that the man behind the magic at one of the Valley's premier Japanese restaurants, Chef Jason Alford, is not actually Japanese.&nbs ... More >>
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December 23, 2011
Amy S.'s The Holidays Really Take Their Toll (House) Cookies
Cookie dough porn. Our latest Chow Bella showdown: a traditional holiday cookie exchange. Today: our final entry, Amy Silverman's "The Holidays Really Take Their Toll (House) Cookies." Let's face it: You've made it this far in the holiday season and all you really want right now is ... More >>
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December 14, 2011
IHOP v. Denny's: Clash of the Christmas Pancakes
Lauren SariaIHOP's white chocolate mint pancakesThanks to Hallmark it's become socially acceptable to throw some green and red on just about anything and market it a special holiday treat...and don't you just love it?! Don't know about you, but we can't get enough peppermint and sugar flavored go ... More >>
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December 14, 2011
Texas BBQ House's Texas Po' Boy
Lauren SariaThis week for Chef Talk we met up with the guys from Texas BBQ House and talked about everything that is Texas BBQ, dry rubbed, slow cooked, sauce on the side. Today we've got their recipe for a Texas Po' Boy. If you head out to the restaurant for a taste, you'll get a 1 lb. sa ... More >>
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December 8, 2011
Chef Elizabeth Meinz's Chimichurri Sauce and Sour Milk Pancakes
Today we've got Chef Elizabeth Meinz's recipe for the chimichurri sauce from Orange Table. Chimichurri sauce is a variation of green sauce that originates from Argentina. It's served at Orange Table over grilled steak and eggs with two eggs, potatoes and toast, although some customers also like ... More >>
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December 7, 2011
Chef Elizabeth Meinz of Orange Table, Part 2
This week we're chatting with Elizabeth Meinz, executive chef and general manager at Orange Table in Old Town Scottsdale. We got the scoop on where the ham and American cheese went Monday, and today we're talking business and community with the busy mother of two. What new projects hav ... More >>
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December 1, 2011
Pizza People Bring Affordable, Artisan Pizza to the Valley
The business: Pizza People, brought to you by long-time Phoenix residents MaryBeth and Tim Scanlon What they're packin': Artisan pizzas featuring fresh, local ingredients. They're using their own recipe for the crust and sauce--no knock-offs here. Best of all, at under $10, it's a meal that won' ... More >>
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November 30, 2011
Terri Nackey's Cardamon Pear Crisp
We've been chatting over the last two days with Terri Nackey, the founder of La Bella Terre, who shared her insights into the benefits of eating seasonal, locally grown foods and getting back into touch with the garden. Today, we've got her recipe for cardamon pear crisp using her cardamon scente ... More >>
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November 10, 2011
McRib Melee: Can McDonald's Stand Up to British Open Pub's "McRib My A**"?!
Lauren Saria The McRib. Sandwich of Legend. It comes as swiftly as it goes, like a wayward lover in the night only to pop up again like a mouth-watering souvenir from the past. Since its debut on McDonald's menu in 1981, the McRib had claimed a truly special place in fast-food histor ... More >>
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November 10, 2011
True Blood Drink Brings the Show About the Undead to, Er, Life
Lauren Saria Want to enjoy a warm, faux-blood libation with lunch? Yes, we know Halloween is over, but for fans of the HBO series True Blood the chance to sip on a perfectly replicated bottle of Tru Blood drink would be like dying and not going to heaven--because, of course, vampires are th ... More >>
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November 3, 2011
Aimee Sosa on Flaky Crust and The Good Egg
Lauren Saria We're counting down the days to Pie Social 2011 -- 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 12 at 408 E. Roosevelt in downtown Phoenix. Don't forget, you can get in on the action yourself. Here are details for community bakers. And don't forget about our celebrity bakers -- every day we'll ... More >>
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November 3, 2011
Lunch for $10 at Republic Ramen and Noodle Bar
Lauren SariaRamen (when it doesn't come in noodle-brick form out of a package from the grocery store) is a Japanese dish made of wheat noodles served in a flavored broth. The dish has been a part of both Chinese and Japanese cultures for decades and thanks to Nissin Foods, in the early 60s it mad ... More >>
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October 21, 2011
Mac n' Cheese Throwdown: The Results Are In
Lauren SariaSean Currid's Lobster Mac n' CheeseSeven local chefs duked it out for bragging rights and small plastic trophies at the second annual Mac n' Cheese Throwdown last night in Scottsdale. In a partnership with the American Cheese Society (cheese made in America, not American cheese -- an ... More >>
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October 19, 2011
Beef Stew Review: Tilted Kilt vs. Seamus McCaffrey's
Lauren SariaIrish Beef Stew from Tilted Kilt Open since 1992, Seamus McCaffrey's Irish Pub and Restaurant has become a downtown Phoenix landmark serving cold brews and traditional eats for years. They've got an impressive selection of drinks and serve food early and late. So when "Irish pub" chai ... More >>
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October 18, 2011
Lunch for $10 at Focaccia Fiorentina
If you've got cravings only oodles of noodles can cure -- and just a ten spot in your pocket -- your lunch break could bring you to Focaccia Foirentina in downtown Phoenix. Located between Monroe and Adams just off Copper Square, this family owned and operated breakfast and lunch eater ... More >>
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October 11, 2011
Lunch under $10 at The Siamese Cat Thai Restaurant
Located just up the strip mall from the Department of Economic Security office, The Siamese Cat Thai Restaurant doesn't exactly scream, "Great food, here!" But take a step inside (no really...hurry on in, no need to dally in the parking lot) and you'll find some delicious food at great ... More >>
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October 5, 2011
Brioche French Toast Battle: Butters vs. Over Easy
In some countries brioche, an enriched French pastry bread, is eaten as a dessert or served with tea. But this is America -- and we want sugar for breakfast. In fact, we want it dipped in milk and eggs, fried, then smothered in butter, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Yes, we're talking about the fanc ... More >>
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September 28, 2011
Chef Paul Lindsay's Trio of Sliders
We've been chatting with Chef Paul Lindsay of Le Grande Orange Pizzeria this week in Chef Talk and today, he'll share his recipe for a trio of sliders that sure to make your mouth water. Trio of Sliders Crispy Lobster Slider Ingredients: 1 each 2 oz lobster tail meat ( meat removed from shell) ... More >>
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September 27, 2011
Lunch under $10 at Phoenix Public Market
Lauren Saria The Market Cafe at the Phoenix Public Market If you had been at the Phoenix Public Market when we came in for lunch, you wouldn't have guessed we'd never set foot inside been before. Then again, maybe you would have if you'd noticed our confusion at attempting to make sense o ... More >>
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September 27, 2011
Chef Paul Lindsay of La Grande Orange, Part Two
Lauren Saria Yesterday we shared the first part of our talk with LGO chef, Paul Lindsay. Today he fills us in about the company's new venture, Jose Roux, and why he loves working at the Arcadia Room. Jose Roux I've been fortunate. I started a Chelsea's and then two months ago I g ... More >>
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September 26, 2011
Chef Paul Lindsay of La Grande Orange
Lauren Saria This week in Chef Talk we'll sit down with Chef Paul Lindsay of La Grande Orange and the Arcadia Room. When did you know you wanted to be a chef?As corny as it sounds, I pretty distinctly remember standing in the kitchen with my mom when I was like barely able to see up ... More >>
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September 21, 2011
Chef Dean Delgado's Bananas Foster Sauce
Lauren Saria Chef Talk this week brought you to Mill Ave's new addition, Ncounter, where we talked to Chef Dean Delgado about everything from his start in the culinary world to what he thinks about chicken and waffles. Today he'll share his recipe for bananas foster sauce. "This sauce goes ... More >>
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September 21, 2011
New Food Truck Alert: Paul Cionczyk of Epic Hot Dogs
Lauren Saria Owner Paul Cionczyk with the Epic Hot Dog Truck The business: Epic Hot Dogs What they're packin': Hot dogs from all over the US and beyond. The menu features over 20 varieties of dogs and gourmet sausages as well as fresh made fries, coleslaw and potato salad. In addition to ... More >>
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September 20, 2011
Dean Delgado of Ncounter, Part Two
Lauren Saria Chef Delgado with his crew in the Ncounter kitchen Yesterday we brought you the first half of our chat with Chef Dean (Deano) Delgado of the new Tempe breakfast spot Ncounter. Today we'll chat with Deano and owners Kathy Coker and Tysen Manuel about why they chose to move to ... More >>
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September 19, 2011
Dean Delgado of Ncounter
Lauren Saria Recently Tempe welcomed the chic, urban sibling of Mesa's well-known breakfast joint, T.C. Egginton's, to the corner of Mill Ave and Third St. For the past six weeks, Ncounter has been serving up breakfast and lunch to everyone from the hungover starving college student, ... More >>
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September 14, 2011
Farah Khalid's Chicken Curry
Lauren Saria We shared our chat with Farah Khalid of the Tempe Indo-Pak restaurant Curry Corner over the last two days. Now, she's sharing her recipe for Chicken Curry. "So everybody has a different recipe but I make my chicken curry this way," she says. "I put the cinnamon sticks and c ... More >>
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September 13, 2011
Farah Khalid of Curry Corner, Part Two
Lauren Saria Farah Khalid with her son OmarYesterday we shared the first half of our conversation with the owner and chef of Curry Corner, Farah Khalid. Today we'll learn why she loves being in Tempe so much. After her last restaurant, Copper Kettle, closed last year, Farah wa ... More >>
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September 12, 2011
Farah Khalid of Curry Corner
Lauren Saria In this week's Chef Talk we visit with Farah Khalid, owner and chef at Tempe's favorite Indo-Pakistani joint, the Curry Corner. If you've already discovered this spot, tucked away in a strip mall off Apache Blvd. under a sign that still reads "Urban Eats," then you'v ... More >>
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September 8, 2011
Chef James Fox's Braised Pork Belly
Lauren Saria Braised Pork Belly with Peach Chutney from Big Earl's BBQWe've been talking with Chef James Fox this week, and today he's going to share one of his favorite recipes from the Big Earl's BBQ menu. Is there any one thing you've changed on the menu that you feel is distinctly "you"? D ... More >>
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September 7, 2011
Chef James Fox of Big Earl's BBQ, Part Two
Yesterday we shared the first half of our talk with Chef James Fox of Big Earl's BBQ in Old Town Scottsdale. Today, we're talking smoke and the importance of a little salt and pepper. Lauren Saria What changes have you made since being at Big Earl's? We used to have sausage balls, but I thought ... More >>
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September 6, 2011
Chef James Fox of Big Earl's BBQ
Lauren Saria Chef Talk this week takes us to Old Town Scottsdale where we'll be chatting with James Fox from Big Earl's BBQ. If you don't already know, Big Earl's BBQ is Chef James Porter's way of satisfying ourneed for down-home cooking. Fox joined Big Earl's team just a few months ago af ... More >>
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September 6, 2011
$10 Lunch at Pita Jungle
Lauren Saria Pita Jungle post lunchtime rush If you've lived in the Valley for more than five minutes, you're probably familiar with Pita Jungle. The place has overrun metro Phoenix (in a good way), with more than a dozen locations. Most are pretty hippie-dippie, a la the original loc ... More >>
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