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  • Blogs

    April 20, 2012

    Tamale Dinner at Corona Ranch Tonight Benefits Friendly House

    If you have a hankering for some Mexican food and don't already have plans tonight, might we suggest tamales and a show in South Phoenix. The 77th Annual Friendly House Tamale Dinner is tonight from 5 to 9 at Corona Ranch Rodeo Grounds.

  • Blogs

    April 17, 2012

    Juan's Authentic Mexican Food Serves Up Giant (Authentic) Portions for Under $10

    Finding decent Mexican food on the cheap in Central Phoenix isn't difficult, but finding amazing service from a staff that makes you feel like family is a little bit more of a challenge. Good thing we found Juan's Authentic Mexican Food. Located on Thomas Road just west of 16th Street, Juan's sits ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 11, 2012

    Huevos Rancheros Warfare: Rokerij vs. Gallo Blanco

    Huevos Rancheros, the traditional Mexican breakfast dish, is a menu staple at almost every drive-thru taco shop and Mexican eatery in the Valley. It's the perfect cure for a hangover and includes all five important elements of a hearty breakfast -- eggs, tortillas, beans, rice, and cheese. Instead ... More >>

  • News

    April 5, 2012

    Ask a Mexican on Food Trucks and The Best Mexican Food

    Huevos Rancheros, the traditional Mexican breakfast dish, is a menu staple at almost every drive-thru taco shop and Mexican eatery in the Valley. It's the perfect cure for a hangover and includes all five important elements of a hearty breakfast -- eggs, tortillas, beans, rice, and cheese. Instead ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 29, 2012

    Beefy Red Chile Tamales from The Tamale Store

    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 Valley. This week: Red Chile Tamales from the Tamale Store ¿Como se dice?: The holiday sea ... 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 >>

  • Dining

    March 8, 2012

    Fuego Tacos Misses a Few Opportunities

    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 1, 2012

    Cheese Enchiladas from Carolina's Mexican Food

    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 valley. This week: Cheese Enchiladas from Carolina's Mexican Food ¿Como se dice?: Cheese e ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 23, 2012

    Campechana Tostada: Mixed Sea Critters from Mariscos Sinaloa

    Erica O'NeilThe campechana tostada from Mariscos Sinaloa, packed with octopus and conch.​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 ... More >>

  • Dining

    February 9, 2012

    Let's Make it Official: Arizona Needs a State Food

    Erica O'NeilThe campechana tostada from Mariscos Sinaloa, packed with octopus and conch.​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 ... More >>

  • Dining

    January 26, 2012

    Tacos Atoyac: Street-Style Oaxacan Eats

    Erica O'NeilThe campechana tostada from Mariscos Sinaloa, packed with octopus and conch.​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 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2012

    Fiesta Grill, in Tradiciones' Former Space, Is a Disappointing First Taste

    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

    January 3, 2012

    $10 Lunch at Habanero's

    ​Resolving to tighten the belt in 2012? Food-wise, this post won't help you much. But money-wise, yes. Here's a delicious, low-priced lunch option in North Scottsdale for Mexican food lovers. Here's a hint: Check out Habanero's Mexican Grill's daily specials white board. On the day we visited, th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2011

    Top Ten Places to Snag Your Holiday Tamales

    Flickr- Big Rick Crappy Photos A Southwest holiday must: steamed tamales wrapped in corn husks. ​'Tis the season for tamales! If you've spent any time in the Southwest you know we do cocoa and cookies around the holidays just like everywhere else, but that the holiday season just isn't the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 8, 2011

    Caramelos from Mickey's Hot Dogs

    Erica O'Neil Caramelos! Two crispy, buttery tortillas packed with carne asada and melty queso blanco.​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 Mexi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 30, 2011

    Tamales 101: 10 Tips from a First-Time Holiday Tamale Maker

    ​For some, the Holy Grail of Holiday Cooking is the croquembouche. For others, it's the perfect latke or maybe the whole turkey-and-fixin's line-up. But tamales have always topped my holiday bucket list. Maybe because "Tamale Day" has long been described by friends in hushed tones -- romant ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 28, 2011

    Wrapped Goodness: The Twelve Tamales of Christmas from Los Sombreros

    Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>

  • Dining

    November 17, 2011

    El Hefe: Tabletop Taps and Mexican Food with a Twist in Scottsdale

    Here at Chow Bella, we understand how important it is to give (and receive) the perfect foodie gift. So this season, we're helping out by offering 21 food- and drink-focused gift suggestions, one each work day until Christmas, from a local business or provider. You get scads of rock-star ideas, the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 8, 2011

    Roasted Vegetable and Bean Tostada with a Fried Egg

    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 using butternut squash and green beans.

  • Dining

    October 6, 2011

    Poblano May Have Difficulty Competing with Neighborhood Staples

    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 using butternut squash and green beans.

  • Blogs

    September 19, 2011

    Vitamin T Breakfast Starts Today: Buenos Días, Señor Ham & Egg Torta

    Sara Dalton​Wake up, downtown Phoenix, your Mexican breakfast is ready. Vitamin T, celebu-chef Aaron May's home of tacos, tortas, and tequila in the Cityscape building, officially opens for breakfast today and my does it look tasty. Think smoked ham and oven-roasted chicken tortas, a breakfa ... More >>

  • Dining

    September 15, 2011

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

    Sara Dalton​Wake up, downtown Phoenix, your Mexican breakfast is ready. Vitamin T, celebu-chef Aaron May's home of tacos, tortas, and tequila in the Cityscape building, officially opens for breakfast today and my does it look tasty. Think smoked ham and oven-roasted chicken tortas, a breakfa ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 15, 2011

    Hibiscus Quesadillas from Los Sombreros

    Wikimedia Commons- Thelmadatter A bright and beautiful pile of dried hibiscus flowers, ready to become jamaica or quesadillas.​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 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 15, 2011

    Five Favorite Mexican Restaurants in Phoenix

    America's Taco Shop -- mmm. ​Talk about a tough choice. There's no way to offer up the whole enchilada in one post when it comes to Valley Mexican restaurants -- but here's a start. What's your fave? Tell us in the comments. Here are five of ours. 1. America's Taco ShopWe've sampled nearl ... 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 14, 2011

    The Elote Cafe Cookbook

    ​ Although he describes himself as an introvert, Jeff Smedstad has always been at ease when sharing his garnered wisdom of Mexican cuisine. At the original strip mall location of Los Sombreros in Scottsdale, a diner's question about ingredients could easily coax him out of the kitchen, and if a cu ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 16, 2011

    Vitamin T: A Sign of Life in Downtown

    ​ Although he describes himself as an introvert, Jeff Smedstad has always been at ease when sharing his garnered wisdom of Mexican cuisine. At the original strip mall location of Los Sombreros in Scottsdale, a diner's question about ingredients could easily coax him out of the kitchen, and if a cu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 14, 2011

    Dan Maldonado of Tacos Atoyac, Part 2

    Maya Dukmasova Dan Maldonado and Pablo Lopez, co-owners of Tacos Atoyac​Yesterday Chef Dan Maldonado of Tacos Atoyac dished about why his restaurant isn't your run of the mill taco shop. Today he shares more of his own story, how he and Pablo Lopez came together, and what their future holds ... More >>

  • Culture

    May 5, 2011

    Your Guide to Partying on Cinco De Mayo 2011

    Maya Dukmasova Dan Maldonado and Pablo Lopez, co-owners of Tacos Atoyac​Yesterday Chef Dan Maldonado of Tacos Atoyac dished about why his restaurant isn't your run of the mill taco shop. Today he shares more of his own story, how he and Pablo Lopez came together, and what their future holds ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 5, 2011

    Sweet Corn Elote Tamales from Molly's Tamales

    Erica O'Neil Sweet corn elote tamales with cheese and nopalitos from Molly's Tamales.​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 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 4, 2011

    Breakfast Enchilada Throwdown: Dick's Hideaway vs. Serrano's Mexican Food Restaurant

    http://farm1.static.flickr.com/190/482196578_1ac4ee7a35.jpg ​We've all hadat least one experience with a to-die-for chicken enchilada, right? Maybe even a chicken enchilada so good, you wanted to eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Hot damn. Well there's an idea; a breakfast enchilad ... More >>

  • Calendar

    April 28, 2011

    Creole Glory

    http://farm1.static.flickr.com/190/482196578_1ac4ee7a35.jpg ​We've all hadat least one experience with a to-die-for chicken enchilada, right? Maybe even a chicken enchilada so good, you wanted to eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Hot damn. Well there's an idea; a breakfast enchilad ... More >>

  • Dining

    April 28, 2011

    When Did Tempe's Mucho Gusto Get Boring?

    http://farm1.static.flickr.com/190/482196578_1ac4ee7a35.jpg ​We've all hadat least one experience with a to-die-for chicken enchilada, right? Maybe even a chicken enchilada so good, you wanted to eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Hot damn. Well there's an idea; a breakfast enchilad ... More >>

  • Culture

    April 28, 2011

    Your Guide to Partying on Cinco de Mayo 2011

    http://farm1.static.flickr.com/190/482196578_1ac4ee7a35.jpg ​We've all hadat least one experience with a to-die-for chicken enchilada, right? Maybe even a chicken enchilada so good, you wanted to eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Hot damn. Well there's an idea; a breakfast enchilad ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 26, 2011

    $10 Lunch at Los Taquitos

    Megan Dobransky The exterior of Los Taquitos Grill in Ahwatukee.​Los Taquitos Grill's claim to fame is its appearance on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives," although you wouldn't know it by walking into the Mexican restaurant. The only nod to the fame is in the form of co ... More >>

  • Dining

    March 10, 2011

    Taberna Mexicana Gives Phoenix's Mexican Food Competition a Run For Its Masa

    Megan Dobransky The exterior of Los Taquitos Grill in Ahwatukee.​Los Taquitos Grill's claim to fame is its appearance on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives," although you wouldn't know it by walking into the Mexican restaurant. The only nod to the fame is in the form of co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 10, 2011

    Cafe: Taberna Mexicana

    ​It takes some serious huevos to open a restaurant specializing in Mexican food in the Valley. Every variation on this, the most delicious of ethnic cuisines, must be present already, right? Think again muchacho. This week's Cafe column argues that there's a new restaurant giving the Mexican ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 8, 2011

    Fat Tuesday Hot Spots and King Cake Rolls in Today's Eater's Digest

    Momma Hen's Kitchen ​ Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Fat Tuesday = Hungover WednesdayHappy Fat Tuesday! Ready to head out on the town tonight for a little Cajun style eatin' and drinkin'? If you are still looking for your Hurricane head ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 3, 2011

    Homemade Corn Tortillas: Los Reyes de la Torta

    Erica O'Neil A thick homemade corn tortilla, wrapped around some serious tinga from Los Reyes de la Torta.​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 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 15, 2011

    El Pollo Loco Rolls Out New Fish Tacos: Out With the Steak, in With the Chicken and (Limited-Time Only) Fish Tacos

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    November 11, 2010

    Tradiciones Has Lost Its Spice

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    July 1, 2010

    Asadero Norte de Sonora, Taqueria 3 Amigos, Tortas El Guero, and the Rest of Phoenix's Mexican Restaurant Row

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    May 27, 2010

    Rito's Mexican Food: You Can't Fix What Isn't Broken

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    May 14, 2009

    Eliana’s, Guanaquito, and Restaurante Salvadoreño Fill You Up with Pupusas

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    November 6, 2008

    Plaza Grill Serves Southern Mexican Specialties from Mexico City and Veracruz

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    January 10, 2008

    Breaking up with Cien Agaves isn't so hard to do

    ​After a recent announcement stating that steak would be getting sacked from its menu and chicken would be the fowl focus, El Pollo Loco rolled out two new fish tacos as a limited-time offer. What the cluck? Why now? Of course -- Lent starts in March. How could my guilt-ridden Catholic upbri ... More >>

  • Dining

    March 22, 2007

    Southern Exposure

    The new South

  • Dining

    July 13, 2006

    Harry's Taco

    A theme within a theme

  • Dining

    January 20, 2005

    Taste Magnet

    Tempe has the goods, and here's where to find them

  • Dining

    August 5, 2004

    Near-Perfect Padre

    "Go on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night, you'll think you've crashed someone else's swell shindig."

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