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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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The 12 most exciting restaurants, bars and breweries opening in 2025

By Sara CrockerJanuary 2, 2025

From Main Burgers to Catch, we can’t wait for these new food and drink destinations to arrive in Phoenix.

Din Tai Fung targets 2026 opening for Scottsdale restaurant

Din Tai Fung targets 2026 opening for Scottsdale restaurant

By Sara CrockerJanuary 2, 2025

The award-winning restaurant will bring its renowned soup dumplings to Scottsdale Fashion Square, but not for another year.

The 12 best bites and sips we tried at Phoenix restaurants in 2024

By Tirion Boan and OthersDecember 23, 2024

As the Phoenix New Times food team tasted our way around the Valley, these dishes and drinks stood out above the rest in 2024.

Exceptional eats: Phoenix’s best new restaurants of 2024

Exceptional eats: Phoenix’s best new restaurants of 2024

By Tirion Boan and OthersDecember 19, 2024

Throughout the year, standout restaurants have opened across the Valley. Here are the top 10.

Donate before you dine out at these 7 Phoenix restaurants and bars

By Sara CrockerDecember 18, 2024

Take part in the season of giving with these Valley drives and fundraisers at local bars and restaurants.

Booth seating at Bar Cena.

Scottsdale’s Bar Cena is closing. Here’s how to visit one last time

By Sara CrockerDecember 17, 2024

The third restaurant and cocktail lounge from chef Dom Ruggiero is set to close after the holidays.

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Baking this holiday? This Phoenix couple crafts local vanilla extract

Baking this holiday? This Phoenix couple crafts local vanilla extract

By Sara CrockerDecember 13, 2024

Ty and Cate Wears make extract, vanilla bean paste and decadent sugars, perfect for locally inspired holiday baking.

Jason Asher leaves Century Grand, Barter & Shake. Here’s what’s next

Jason Asher leaves Century Grand, Barter & Shake. Here’s what’s next

By Sara CrockerDecember 12, 2024

The co-founder and cocktail expert has left the bar group behind Century Grand, Platform 18, UnderTow and more.

Hugo's Cantina exterior sign.

Gadzooks owners close their Phoenix bar, Hugo’s Cantina

By Sara CrockerDecember 12, 2024

The restaurant and bar owned by brothers Aaron and Jared Pool shuttered after less than a year near Roosevelt Row.

Burrito shop QDOBA opening 2 standalone restaurants in the Valley

Burrito shop QDOBA opening 2 standalone restaurants in the Valley

By Sara CrockerDecember 9, 2024

The chain currently has locations on local college campuses, but it will soon graduate to freestanding Valley restaurants.

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Holiday cheer and local beer: Warm up with 12 seasonal craft brews

By Sara CrockerDecember 6, 2024

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for beer. From a cranberry IPA to chocolate stouts, breweries are tapping spirited sips.

The 6 best bites we tasted around Phoenix in November

The 6 best bites we tasted around Phoenix in November

By Tirion Boan and OthersDecember 3, 2024

Funky salads, rich ramen and some surprising veggies wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in November.

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New coffee shop The Grind to open downtown in former Serafina spot

New coffee shop The Grind to open downtown in former Serafina spot

By Sara CrockerDecember 3, 2024

Led by “Chic Chef” Nik Fields, the new Phoenix cafe focuses on coffees, teas and creating space for people to work.

Pyro, Palma group plans to open 3 bars and restaurants in Gilbert

Pyro, Palma group plans to open 3 bars and restaurants in Gilbert

By Sara CrockerDecember 2, 2024

Flagship Restaurant Group plans to bring three concepts to downtown Gilbert’s Heritage Park. Here’s what to know.

Peek behind the scenes with Eric’s Family Barbecue this Thanksgiving

By Sara CrockerNovember 27, 2024

Take a look at how this West Valley staple smokes all that turkey for the busiest time of year.

New Mesa restaurant Guadalupe on Main serves Mexican fare with flair

New Mesa restaurant Guadalupe on Main serves Mexican fare with flair

By Sara CrockerNovember 27, 2024

Formerly Casa Ramos Redux, the eatery serves classic Jalisco-style recipes plus new globally inspired dishes and cocktails.

Score Black Friday deals at these 20 Phoenix restaurants and bars

Score Black Friday deals at these 20 Phoenix restaurants and bars

By Sara CrockerNovember 26, 2024

At these Valley restaurants, get bonus cash added to gift cards or save it as a little treat for yourself.

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7 Friendsgiving events to toast Turkey Day with your crew in Phoenix

By Sara CrockerNovember 25, 2024

Like the idea of Friendsgiving but don’t want to cook? Gather your palls for these special dinners, beer releases and more.

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AZ International Marketplace to close. Eateries inside seek new homes

AZ International Marketplace to close. Eateries inside seek new homes

By Sara CrockerNovember 22, 2024

The Mesa grocery store is closing soon, leaving two restaurants scrambling to find a new home. Here’s how to visit or help.

Celebrity chef Richard Blais opens La Zozzona at Scottsdale resort

Celebrity chef Richard Blais opens La Zozzona at Scottsdale resort

By Sara CrockerNovember 20, 2024

The chef’s signature restaurant at the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort serves Italian food with a Southwest twist.

For Phoenix barbecue joints, Thanksgiving is the busiest time of year

For Phoenix barbecue joints, Thanksgiving is the busiest time of year

By Sara CrockerNovember 19, 2024

Move over brisket. Smoked turkey takes the spotlight at Valley smokehouses during Thanksgiving.

Plane-themed bar Carry On arrives in Phoenix

Plane-themed bar Carry On arrives in Phoenix

By Sara CrockerNovember 15, 2024

The long-awaited cocktail bar finally lands downtown. Here’s what to know about the hidden experience.

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