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Mike Madriaga

Mike Madriaga

Mike is a writer, photographer, videographer, reporter, social-media editor, and video editor. In 2017-2021, his Mike Madriaga byline was attributed to over 400 articles worldwide.

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A guide to celebrating a Filipino Christmas in Phoenix

A guide to celebrating a Filipino Christmas in Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaDecember 17, 2024

Metro Phoenix offers countless options for creating a traditional Noche Buena feast filled with Filipino favorites.

Ethiopian Famous Restaurant & Cafe makes a delicious comeback

Ethiopian Famous Restaurant & Cafe makes a delicious comeback

By Mike MadriagaDecember 4, 2024

From 2011 to 2016, the restaurant captivated customers in central Phoenix. Now, it’s back with a new Tempe home.

Humble Oysters & Bubbles brings a splash of elegance to North Phoenix

Humble Oysters & Bubbles brings a splash of elegance to North Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaNovember 26, 2024

From the team behind Humble Bistro, this new restaurant is a celebration of the ocean served with style.

Valley food banks seek turkey donations in final push to Thanksgiving

Valley food banks seek turkey donations in final push to Thanksgiving

By Mike MadriagaNovember 22, 2024

With just days until the holiday, St. Mary’s Food Bank needs 6,000 more turkeys to feed Arizona families. Here’s how to help.

Del Yaqui serves soul-warming soups with Sonoran and Yaqui roots

Del Yaqui serves soul-warming soups with Sonoran and Yaqui roots

By Mike MadriagaNovember 21, 2024

Known for its hearty stews and soups, Del Yaqui offers a celebration of Sonoran and Yaqui heritage in every bowl.

Thai E-San: Where Phoenix meets Thailand’s culinary heartbeat

Thai E-San: Where Phoenix meets Thailand’s culinary heartbeat

By Mike MadriagaNovember 11, 2024

This Phoenix Thai restaurant serves traditional flavors with a modern twist. Meet the family behind Thai E-San.

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Retro Scottsdale Taco Bell is the perfect vibe for new Decades Menu

Retro Scottsdale Taco Bell is the perfect vibe for new Decades Menu

By Mike MadriagaNovember 4, 2024

Taco Bell launched a throwback menu with 1960s, ’70s, ’80s dishes. This Scottsdale time capsule is the perfect backdrop.

Where to find traditional foods for Dia de los Muertos in Phoenix

Where to find traditional foods for Dia de los Muertos in Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaOctober 29, 2024

These five spots offer tamales, pan de muerto and more to honor loved ones this Dia de los Muertos.

Taqueria Obson hits it out of the park with Sonoran cuisine

Taqueria Obson hits it out of the park with Sonoran cuisine

By Mike MadriagaOctober 28, 2024

A popular stop for baseball players, family-run restaurant Taqueria Obson brings the flavors of Ciudad Obregón to Guadalupe.

Tech meets tradition: At Mesa’s Sizzling House, a robot serves ramen

Tech meets tradition: At Mesa’s Sizzling House, a robot serves ramen

By Mike MadriagaOctober 18, 2024

At Sizzling House, the cat-inspired BellaBot delivers ramen and piping hot plates. While the robot draws customers in, the food brings them back.

Molcajete magic: Sonoran seafood shines at San Diego Bay in Guadalupe

Molcajete magic: Sonoran seafood shines at San Diego Bay in Guadalupe

By Mike MadriagaOctober 16, 2024

This Guadalupe eatery opened in 1991. Its latest owners are continuing decades of tradition with seafood flown in fresh from Mexico.

Boba CuCue is Arizona’s most playful boba tea house

By Mike MadriagaSeptember 23, 2024

Boba CuCue blends Hong Kong flavors, Asian street food and custom character toys to create a whimsical tea experience.

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How a Phoenix duo is changing the future of food trucks in the Valley

How a Phoenix duo is changing the future of food trucks in the Valley

By Mike MadriagaSeptember 17, 2024

The founders of Aioli Gourmet Burgers are reshaping Phoenix’s food truck scene with a growing fleet of trucks and trailers.

This Tempe spot serves a taste of Thailand and continues family legacy

By Mike MadriagaSeptember 13, 2024

Sala Thai’s menu offers beloved classics like pad Thai and green curry alongside late-night street food eats.

Move over food trucks. This father-son duo created Phoenix’s taco bus

Move over food trucks. This father-son duo created Phoenix’s taco bus

By Mike MadriagaAugust 23, 2024

The most eye-catching food truck in Phoenix isn’t a truck at all.

Barrett-Jackson adds culinary competition to fall auction lineup

Barrett-Jackson adds culinary competition to fall auction lineup

By Mike MadriagaAugust 19, 2024

From the auction block to the chopping block: Phoenix chefs gear up to compete at Barrett-Jackson.

Taiwan Mama expands to bring street food and drinks to North Phoenix

Taiwan Mama expands to bring street food and drinks to North Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaAugust 14, 2024

In North Phoenix, Kate Yu’s second location serves an expanded menu with a mixture of street food and family recipes.

With ingredients flown in, Fatboy Sandos brings a taste of Japan to Mesa

With ingredients flown in, Fatboy Sandos brings a taste of Japan to Mesa

By Mike MadriagaAugust 12, 2024

From Japan to your plate: Fatboy Sandos brings unique sandwiches and imported shaved ice to Mesa.

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6 new taco shops are now open around the Valley. Here’s what to expect

By Mike MadriagaAugust 6, 2024

Phoenix has welcomed an exciting array of new taco shops this summer, from classic taquerias to modern fusion eateries.

A destination for Filipino desserts, Scooptopia celebrates 5 sweet years

A destination for Filipino desserts, Scooptopia celebrates 5 sweet years

By Mike MadriagaAugust 2, 2024

Stop in at Scooptopia for unique ice creams and Filipino snacks.

Hot soup in the summer? Stone Korean Tofu House makes the case

Hot soup in the summer? Stone Korean Tofu House makes the case

By Mike MadriagaJuly 24, 2024

This Korean restaurant shares the tradition of beating the summer heat with even hotter soups.

Scoop alert: Novel Ice Cream picks Peoria for its next shop

Scoop alert: Novel Ice Cream picks Peoria for its next shop

By Mike MadriagaJuly 19, 2024

Owner Shawn Allard says he “felt like Peoria was missing a creative local spot like Novel.” That’s about to change.

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