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Natasha Yee

Natasha Yee is a dining reporter who loves to explore the Valley’s culinary gems. She has covered cannabis for the New Times, politics for Rolling Stone, and health and border issues for Cronkite News in conjunction with Arizona PBS, where she was one of the voices of the podcast CN2Go.

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Surrounded by Scottsdale Glitz, The Original Pancake House Has Been Slinging Stacks Since 1988

Surrounded by Scottsdale Glitz, The Original Pancake House Has Been Slinging Stacks Since 1988

By Natasha YeeJuly 11, 2022

Ron Horton opened the Original Pancake House in Old Town Scottsdale in 1988. Grit and grace got him through.

Valley Cafes and Markets Petition for Reproductive Rights

Valley Cafes and Markets Petition for Reproductive Rights

By Natasha YeeJune 28, 2022

Metro Phoenix cafes and markets provide petitions and host events to advocate for reproductive rights in the wake of the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade.

First Taste: Lom Wong Marries Fine Dining and Regional Thai Flavors

First Taste: Lom Wong Marries Fine Dining and Regional Thai Flavors

By Natasha YeeJune 24, 2022

After three years of delicious regional Thai food pop-ups, Yotaka and Alex Martin opened their sit-down restaurant at Second and Portland Streets in downtown Phoenix.

Postino to Open its First West Valley Wine Bar and Restaurant

Postino to Open its First West Valley Wine Bar and Restaurant

By Natasha YeeJune 22, 2022

Postino WineCafe has locations in Phoenix, Tempe, and Gilbert. But now, the local chain has announced plans for a West Valley restaurant in Peoria.

How the Chic Chef Celebrates Family, Cooking, and Culture at her Midtown Restaurant

How the Chic Chef Celebrates Family, Cooking, and Culture at her Midtown Restaurant

By Natasha YeeJune 17, 2022

Chef Nik Fields is hosting a Father’s Day and Juneteenth event at her new Phoenix restaurant Chic Chef Cafe.

Little O’s Taproom Plans A New Sunnyslope Restaurant

Little O’s Taproom Plans A New Sunnyslope Restaurant

By Natasha YeeJune 15, 2022

Little O’s is opening its third location in Sunnyslope, along the Arizona Canal Trail, taking over the old Spoke & Wheel.

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Chris Bianco and Don Guerra Bring Home James Beard Awards to Arizona

Chris Bianco and Don Guerra Bring Home James Beard Awards to Arizona

By Natasha YeeJune 13, 2022

Four Arizona chefs were nominated. Two bring home James Beard Awards in 2022.

First Sip: From Fun Shop to Farmhouse Brewery, Here’s What to Try at Roses by the Stairs

First Sip: From Fun Shop to Farmhouse Brewery, Here’s What to Try at Roses by the Stairs

By Natasha YeeJune 9, 2022

Roses by the Stairs is now open on McDowell Road in the old Easley’s Fun Shop building. Here’s what to try at the new brewery.

Brunch Restaurant Prep & Pastry is Coming to Gilbert

Brunch Restaurant Prep & Pastry is Coming to Gilbert

By Natasha YeeJune 8, 2022

Prep & Pastry, of Tucson and Scottsdale fame, plans to open in downtown Gilbert this fall.

Seattle’s Caffe Vita Brings Coffee and Music to McDowell Road

Seattle’s Caffe Vita Brings Coffee and Music to McDowell Road

By Natasha YeeJune 6, 2022

Caffe Vita has locations in Seattle, Portland, New York. Soon, it will open in Phoenix with coffee and music.

The Golden Margarita Closed Following Liquor License Woes and Community Complaints

The Golden Margarita Closed Following Liquor License Woes and Community Complaints

By Natasha YeeJune 2, 2022

Following an almost year-long battle over its liquor license, this Roosevelt Row bar is now closed.

Senate Bill Seeks to Ban Form of Synthetic Marijuana

By Natasha YeeApril 25, 2022

SB1715 seeks to ban the manufacturing and distribution of Delta 8 THC, a hemp-derived manufactured cannabinoid that will get you high. While the bill awaits assignment in the House, the industry weighs in.

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House Bill to Legalize Cannabis in U.S. Raises Questions in Arizona

By Natasha YeeApril 1, 2022

The House passed the MORE Act, legislation to legalize and decriminalize marijuana. The measure now goes to the Senate while Arizona cannabis industry experts speculate on what it could mean in the state.

Waymo Bringing Driverless Vehicles to Downtown Phoenix … Soon

By Natasha YeeApril 1, 2022

Waymo already operates 300 to 400 driverless vehicles in the East Valley and announced plans Wednesday to expand the service to downtown Phoenix.

From Pasta to Piñatas: Chef Joey Maggiore Opens The Mexicano in Paradise Valley

By Natasha YeeDecember 9, 2021

The Maggiore Group debuts its first Mexican restaurant in Paradise Valley.

Great Guac on Grand Avenue: Stopping in at Rene Andrade’s New Bacanora

By Natasha YeeApril 22, 2021

Our first visit to Chef Rene Andrade’s new restaurant on Grand Avenue.

First Taste: A Salty Trip to Character in Downtown Phoenix

By Natasha YeeApril 5, 2021

Our first visit to Peter Kasperski’s new restaurant, Character, near artsy Roosevelt Street.

A Life-Size Flavor Flav Cake? A Fortnite Replicake? This Phoenix Couple’s Got You Covered.

By Natasha YeeMarch 10, 2021

A north Phoenix couple sculpted a life-size cake of Flavor Flav for a Food Network show.

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First Taste: Is STK Scottsdale Worth the Hype?

By Natasha YeeFebruary 3, 2021

Trying out a “not your daddy’s steakhouse” steakhouse.

Dining Guide: Top Restaurants in the Garfield Historic District Near Downtown Phoenix

By Natasha YeeJanuary 26, 2021

From coffee to happy hour and late-night eats.

A Mid-Century Brunch at Valentine, Now Open in The Melrose District

By Natasha YeeJanuary 18, 2021

We tried Valentine, a coffee shop, bar, and wood-fire kitchen that now sits out front of Modern Manor.

First Taste: Stoop Kid Brings Big Apple Bagels to The Churchill

By Natasha YeeJanuary 12, 2021

You can now find Big Apple bagels at The Churchill.

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