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Sara Crocker

Sara Crocker is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times where she focuses primarily on food. She began freelancing for New Times in July 2022 and joined the staff in February 2023. Prior to New Times, Sara worked for publications such as The Denver Post, Phoenix Magazine, Phoenix Home & Garden and Colorado Life Magazine. When she’s not reporting on the Valley’s dining scene, Sara brews beer at home and is an avid cook.

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‘Unbelievable and moving.’ Phoenix chef reacts to national honor

‘Unbelievable and moving.’ Phoenix chef reacts to national honor

By Sara CrockerSeptember 9, 2025

Following her James Beard Award win, chef Yotaka “Sunny” Martin continues to shine in the nationwide spotlight.

The 6 most delicious bites we tasted around Phoenix last month

By Tirion Boan and OthersSeptember 9, 2025

A superb slice of pizza, some standout sushi and more wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in August.

Chris Bianco’s award-winning Italian restaurant returns to former home

Chris Bianco’s award-winning Italian restaurant returns to former home

By Sara CrockerSeptember 9, 2025

Tratto closed its downtown Phoenix space in August. Now, the upscale Italian eatery is back in its original location.

This downtown Phoenix ‘gem of a bar’ is closing. How to make one last visit

This downtown Phoenix ‘gem of a bar’ is closing. How to make one last visit

By Sara CrockerSeptember 3, 2025

The dual-concept cocktail destination has served creative sips for over two years and earned a mountain of awards.

From BMX to bagels: How a local biker jumped into the world of baking

From BMX to bagels: How a local biker jumped into the world of baking

By Sara CrockerSeptember 2, 2025

“It’s just this DIY mindset,” Ryan Chadwick says of his growing sourdough bagel business.

Popular sushi and ramen bar rolls into downtown Phoenix

Popular sushi and ramen bar rolls into downtown Phoenix

By Sara CrockerSeptember 2, 2025

The Tucson-based Japanese restaurant will replace Trapper’s Sushi Co. this fall.

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A new beer and wine bar is bubbling up in Sunnyslope

A new beer and wine bar is bubbling up in Sunnyslope

By Sara CrockerSeptember 1, 2025

Two brothers and self-described “architecture nerds” hope to turn a classic midcentury building into a community hub.

6 Valley Filiberto’s locations reopen after abrupt closures

6 Valley Filiberto’s locations reopen after abrupt closures

By Sara CrockerAugust 28, 2025

Earlier this summer, eight Valley locations of the late-night spot shut down. Now, most are back to serving burritos.

ASU football is back. Catch the game at these Valley restaurants and bars

ASU football is back. Catch the game at these Valley restaurants and bars

By Sara CrockerAugust 28, 2025

With watch parties, drink deals and game-day eats, these local spots are celebrating the return of Sun Devil football.

8 new restaurants, cafes and bars join the mix on Roosevelt Row

8 new restaurants, cafes and bars join the mix on Roosevelt Row

By Sara CrockerAugust 26, 2025

Hungry for something new downtown? A burger joint, cafe, wine bar and bakery are now open. Four more spots are on the way.

Minnow charts fresh waters with thoughtfully crafted sushi and matcha

Minnow charts fresh waters with thoughtfully crafted sushi and matcha

By Sara CrockerAugust 21, 2025

Chef Bernie Kantak’s new sushi and matcha bar wins over neighbors and office workers with on-the-go drinks and rolls.

Exterior of Huss Brewing Co.

Powerhouse Phoenix breweries merge to form new beverage company

By Sara CrockerAugust 19, 2025

“With a bigger portfolio, we have the ability to change,” says the head of the breweries’ new company, Zonafide Beverages.

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Not making the grade: Behind a Gilbert restaurant’s shocking health inspections

Not making the grade: Behind a Gilbert restaurant’s shocking health inspections

By Sara CrockerAugust 18, 2025

After inspectors reported a seriously unsafe kitchen, the restaurant closed. Then the same owner opened another in its place.

Couple debuts coffee shop and community space at base of South Mountain

Couple debuts coffee shop and community space at base of South Mountain

By Sara CrockerAugust 14, 2025

Wonderift is ready for hikers hitting the trail and neighbors in search of locally made bagels and coffee.

Farmers market staple brings specialty coffee to Sunnyslope

Farmers market staple brings specialty coffee to Sunnyslope

By Sara CrockerAugust 13, 2025

Blake Beal and Pashlee Grimmett began roasting coffee as a hobby. This summer, they turned that passion into a new cafe.

Popular fried chicken chain lands in Arizona with East Valley restaurant

Popular fried chicken chain lands in Arizona with East Valley restaurant

By Sara CrockerAugust 13, 2025

The first Arizona location is now open and next week, customers can score free meals for six months. What to know.

Former Tartine baker raises the bar for bread at this Valley patisserie

Former Tartine baker raises the bar for bread at this Valley patisserie

By Sara CrockerAugust 11, 2025

After honing his skills at one of the nation’s top bakeries, this bread expert is now crafting loaves in Scottsdale.

Downtown cafe from Chacónne and Peixoto to open this fall

Downtown cafe from Chacónne and Peixoto to open this fall

By Sara CrockerAugust 8, 2025

The dual-concept coffee shop and bakery is coming to life. Take a peek inside.

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Federal Pizza sets opening date for long-awaited north Valley location

By Sara CrockerAugust 6, 2025

The popular Uptown pizzeria is expanding for the first time. Here’s what to expect.

This local cookie dough shop has served its last scoops

This local cookie dough shop has served its last scoops

By Sara CrockerAugust 4, 2025

On Friday, the company announced its Valley locations were closed, “effective immediately.”

The 5 most delicious things we ate around Phoenix in July

The 5 most delicious things we ate around Phoenix in July

By Tirion Boan and OthersAugust 4, 2025

From a classic burger at a Valley staple to a unique sweet at a pop-up, these bites wowed the New Times food team last month.

Arizona Chef’s Week kicks off 10 days of delicious and discounted eats

Arizona Chef’s Week kicks off 10 days of delicious and discounted eats

By Sara Crocker and OthersAugust 1, 2025

Phoenix chefs are bringing prix fixe three-course meals to diners during this new summer event, starting Friday.

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