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Opening Next Week: Dos Diablos

What's chef Matt McLinn been up to lately? Among other things, the former Methode Bistro owner has been working as the menu consultant for Dos Diablos Fine Mexican Food, a new upscale Southwestern restaurant that takes over the former Mancuso's space at the Summit Shopping Center in nort ... More >>

Coming Soon: Grind Burger Bar

​Seems like there's no end to the gourmet burger trend. Delux has been getting the lion's share of the attention for the past few years, but come December, there will be a new kid in the neighborhood. Headed by chef Matt McLinn (former chef-owner of Methode Bistro) and owned by a partnership ... More >>

Get Ready For New Restaurant Explosion in March

RnR is opening soon in a flashy new building on Scottsdale Road.​Like flower buds almost ready to bloom, a new crop of local restaurants is gearing up to debut in March, and from the looks of it, this will be one busy season. The trend is toward accessible, affordable fare, even at a c ... More >>

Now Open: The Grind

​In the mood for a peppercorn crust burger with roasted garlic, charred onions, watercress, and matchstick fries, or maybe a crispy pork sandwich with Swiss, iceberg lettuce, a housemade pickle, and barbecue sauce? They're just a couple of the things you can get now at The Grind, ... More >>

Chef Talk: Matt McLinn of The Grind

​ He's back and grinding with a vengence. After selling Methode Bistro, heading up Pointe in Tyme and BLT Steak, and working a few low-profile menu consulting stints, Chef Matt McLinn returned to the spotlight in February with his own burger concept, The Grind.Call it a jump on the burger band ... More >>

Chef Talk: Matt McLinn of The Grind (Part Two)

​Yesterday we heard from Chef Matt McLinn of the Grind. McLinn and his two business partners George Monzures and Allen Thompson opened The Grind on Camelback Road and 40th Street in February with a neighborhood hangout in mind. That said, the menu is a bit fancier than your typical backyard ba ... More >>

Matt McLinn's Brioche Chocolate Bread Pudding

Courtesy of Matt McLinn​ In this week's Chef Talk, we heard from Chef Matt McLinn of The Grind. Today, he steps away from his meat grinder and gives us the rundown on one of his favorite desserts: Brioche Chocolate Bread Pudding. Here's how it's done.

March 26 In Blogs: Janet Napolitano, Paul McCartney, Matt McLinn, and Medical Marijuana

​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: Janet Napolitano Gives Lip Service to Immigration Reform at ASU, while Partnering with Jo ... More >>

Matt McLinn's The Grind Proves There's Always Room for Burgers

​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: Janet Napolitano Gives Lip Service to Immigration Reform at ASU, while Partnering with Jo ... More >>

New Xtreme Grind Java Joint Opens in Chandler

Xtreme Air Jump and Skate Park​This Saturday, June 4 marks the Grand Opening of Xtreme Air Jump n' Skate Park, a new 34,000-square-foot indoor skateboarding and parkour venue at Pecos & McQueen in Chandler. To give parents something to do while their kids are thrashing and grinding the rails, ... More >>

Barbecue Competition at Rock Springs Café This Saturday: Chef Justin Beckett to Assist in Judging

Rock Springs Café​Looking for a little 'que with your boo? Chef Justin Beckett​Starting at noon this Saturday, October 29, over 45 barbecue teams from across the nation will compete for smoked glory (and $10,000 in prizes) at the Roctober BBQ Boo Bash and Halloween Fest at Rock Springs ... More >>