The Arizona Bread Company in Scottsdale Is Baking Karsh’s Rye Bread

No, your eyes don’t deceive you. According to Jeff Benkel, one of the owners of The Arizona Bread Company in Scottsdale, the bakery is making and selling Karsh’s rye bread. “It’s the real deal,” Benkle says. “I’m really happy with it.” The Arizona Bread Company, on the northeast corner of…

Classic Italian Pizza to Reopen Soon in Tempe

We’ve got some good news for fans of Classic Italian Pizza, the restaurant owned by chef Azhar Began that closed its doors last year. The pizzeria was a staple in south Tempe, famous for its wood-fired pizzas made with housemade mozzarella. It closed in January 2013 when Began realized his…

5 Best Things To Eat and Drink This Weekend in Metro Phoenix

Wingstock 2014 Saturday, April 19 The “hottest festival in the Valley” is going down Saturday at the Mesa Amphitheatre. At Wingstock Arizona 2014, Valley restaurants (including House of Brews in Gilbert and The Vine Tavern & Eatery in Tempe) will compete for the title of “Wingstock King of Wings.” Entertainment…

Original ChopShop Co. Is Now Open in Chandler

If we said we never get a craving for Original ChopShop Co.’s kale Caesar salad every now and then, we’d be lying. The local restaurant focusing on healthy eats and pressed-to-order juices has been a hit already in both Scottsdale and Tempe. And now it’s time to get excited, Southeast…

Catch the Maine Lobster Lady Today — Or Wait Until Next Year

We love all our local food trucks, but when it comes to fresh seafood options of the mobile variety, there’s really nothing better than the Maine Lobster Lady. The only problem? She skips town when things get hot (smart woman) and therefore cuts off our supply of super-fresh lobster rolls…

Caffe Boa in Tempe Is Doing Easter Brunch in Old School Croatian-Style

If you’re still looking for a unique way to celebrate Easter brunch this year, you might be interested in what they’ve got planned over at Caffe Boa in Tempe. Owners Jay and Christine Wisniewski are bringing some Croatian traditions to their restaurant by offering rotisserie-style all natural, whole spring lambs…

La Fontanella in Arcadia Has Closed After More Than 30 Years

There must be something in the air this month because in just the last few weeks we’ve had to say goodbye to quite a few classic Valley restaurants. The most recent casualty: La Fontanella, the more than three decades-old Italian restaurant that served solid, old-school Tuscan cuisine in the Arcadia…

The House at Secret Garden Has Closed

For four years The House at Secret Garden has been a destination for romantic patio dining, a go-to spot to impress out-of-towners with the restaurant’s uniquely Arizonan cuisine. Unfortunately as of Saturday, April 12 that is no longer the case…

The Brooklyn Cafe in Scottsdale Will Close on April 19

This week starts with some sad news for fans of chef David Antonelli and his Scottsdale restaurant The Brooklyn Cafe. According to an announcement on the restaurant’s Facebook page, Antonelli has sold the business. The bright side is you still have a chance to get one last meal in since…

5 Best Places to Eat and Drink This Week in Metro Phoenix

Eddie’s House Monday, April 14 Passover begins at sunset today and that means it’s time for Seder. But don’t worry if you didn’t make plans for the festive feast because Eddie’s House in Scottsdale has got you covered. The restaurant will be serving a Passover feast that includes four courses…

Amy’s Baking Company Kitchen Nightmares Season 6 Premiere Airs Tonight

America’s favorite restaurant owners Amy and Samy Bouzalgo of Amy’s Baking Company in Scottsdale will once again face off with Gordon Ramsay on tonight’s season six premiere of Kitchen Nightmares. The two-hour episode will air from 7 to 9 p.m. ET/PT on Fox, featuring “never-before-seen footage” and “an exclusive interview…

Moroccan Bastilla at Alzohour Market: Eat This Now

When it comes to hidden gems, Alzohour Market is about as good as it gets. Located just west of the I-17 off Northern, this Middle Eastern and Moroccan grocery/clothing store greets customers with a a few rows of shelves stocked rather haphazardly with chocolates, canned goods, and spices. And if…

Burgers 21, Courtesy of The Melting Pot, Will Open in Scottsdale

Add another fast-casual burger chain to those already competing for your dinner dollars in Scottsdale because Burger 21, a franchise founded by the owners of The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc., has plans to open two restaurants in the Valley this year. As we told you last August the first Burger…

5 Best Things to Eat and Drink This Weekend in Metro Phoenix

The Great Arizona Picnic Saturday, April 12 This Saturday and Sunday the Great Arizona Picnic will take over the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall in downtown Scottsdale. The Scottsdale Culinary Festival’s signature two-day event will offer plenty for food and drink lovers of all types, including food samples from over 50…