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Patricia Escárcega

Patricia Escárcega

Patricia Escárcega was Phoenix New Times‘ food critic.

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New Asian-Inspired Night Market Coming to Downtown Phoenix

New Asian-Inspired Night Market Coming to Downtown Phoenix

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 21, 2018

Get really excited.

Seoul Food: Creative Korean Bar Food at Drunken Tiger in Mesa

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 20, 2018

Ever had Korean fire chicken or bulgogi nachos?

The Essential Central Phoenix Spot for Classic Deli Sandwiches

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 19, 2018

“The Haturo” features eight ounces of meat.

El Chino Restaurante y Cantina Now Open in Downtown Phoenix

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 16, 2018

This might be your new downtown Phoenix Michelada hookup spot.

Regional Chinese Cooking Is on the Rise in Metro Phoenix

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 14, 2018

Call it the Year of the Noodle.

This Downtown Phoenix Nacho Platter Is an Homage to the I-10 Freeway

This Downtown Phoenix Nacho Platter Is an Homage to the I-10 Freeway

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 14, 2018

Complicated times call for cheese and crunch.

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The Food Truck That Brought Crazy Hot Dogs and Doughnuts to Downtown Phoenix

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 9, 2018

Would you eat a hot dog with peanut butter and Cracker Jacks?

The Rooster Returns: Good Food, Confused Service at Gallo Blanco in Garfield

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 7, 2018

An old favorite gets new digs. Does it live up to the hype?

‘Sex Mex’ Is Trendy, but Using Sex to Sell Tacos Is Hardly New

By Patricia EscárcegaFebruary 2, 2018

“Think Dia de Los Muertos — but with style (and great-looking servers!)”

Mowry & Cotton Is a Welcome Twist on the Classic Hotel Restaurant

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 31, 2018

An indulgent but approachable eatery comes to the Phoenician.

New Wave Market in Old Town Scottsdale Is a Hit

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 24, 2018

The Velador duo gives us another Old Town gem.

Tucson’s El Güero Canelo Honored With James Beard Award for Its Sonoran Hot Dogs

Tucson’s El Güero Canelo Honored With James Beard Award for Its Sonoran Hot Dogs

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 18, 2018

Lucky us, the restaurant has a Phoenix location.

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5 of Metro Phoenix’s Best Vegetarian Restaurants

5 of Metro Phoenix’s Best Vegetarian Restaurants

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 17, 2018

Vegans and vegetarians, you’re in luck.

Arizona Vegetarian Festival Returns to Downtown Scottsdale This Weekend

Arizona Vegetarian Festival Returns to Downtown Scottsdale This Weekend

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 16, 2018

The two-day event is expected to draw 6,000 folks to Scottsdale this weekend.

Deli Tavern Brings Classic Comfort Food and Cocktails to an Iconic Downtown Phoenix Address

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 15, 2018

A classic deli has been rebooted as a temple of American comfort food.

Inventive Cocktails, Hit-and-Miss Cuisine at OBON in Scottsdale

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 10, 2018

“OBON is a compelling example of postmodern pan-Asian cooking.”

5 Wishes for the Metro Phoenix Food Scene in 2018

By Chris Malloy and OthersJanuary 2, 2018

Changes that would elevate our food culture.

Shaanxi Chinese Restaurant Brings Hand-Pulled Noodles As Wide As Your Belt

Shaanxi Chinese Restaurant Brings Hand-Pulled Noodles As Wide As Your Belt

By Patricia EscárcegaJanuary 2, 2018

Metro Phoenix, here’s your intro to Shaanxi-style Chinese food.

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2018 Predictions for the Metro Phoenix Food Scene

By Chris Malloy and OthersDecember 28, 2017

We share what to look for in the new year.

The 10 Best Dishes of 2017

By Patricia EscárcegaDecember 19, 2017

Our critic ate her way through the city for this.

The Best New Restaurants of 2017

By Patricia EscárcegaDecember 13, 2017

Our critic ate her way through metro Phoenix this year

Island Fever: A Cuban Bakery and a Jamaican Spot Liven up Metro Phoenix

By Patricia EscárcegaDecember 6, 2017

Pressed sandwiches, goat curry, and more

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