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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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Outside the former Bergies Coffee.

Bottled Blonde scraps Gilbert plans following developer’s arrest

By Sara CrockerNovember 13, 2024

The restaurant and bar severed ties with developer Aaron Wagner, who was arrested on charges of wire fraud and money laundering.

Disco Dragon closes in downtown Phoenix. Another restaurant to move in

Disco Dragon closes in downtown Phoenix. Another restaurant to move in

By Sara CrockerNovember 11, 2024

One concept has closed, another will move and a third is on the way. What to know about the Roosevelt Row shuffle.

The 5 best things we tasted around Phoenix in October

By Sara Crocker and OthersNovember 11, 2024

Sweet desserts and savory cocktails wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in October.

20 Phoenix restaurants offering Veterans Day food deals and discounts

20 Phoenix restaurants offering Veterans Day food deals and discounts

By Sara CrockerNovember 8, 2024

Where to eat, drink and honor current and former military members this Veterans Day.

New restaurant and listening room Le Taco opens in Phoenix on Friday

New restaurant and listening room Le Taco opens in Phoenix on Friday

By Sara CrockerNovember 7, 2024

Tacos, tequila and tunes are on the menu at this new McDowell Road restaurant.

Bingo, beer and tattoos: A snapshot of Phoenix bars on election night

Bingo, beer and tattoos: A snapshot of Phoenix bars on election night

By Sara Crocker and OthersNovember 6, 2024

On Tuesday night, folks gathered at Phoenix bars to celebrate, commiserate and get through “the most stressful election ever.”

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Outside Throne Brewing and Pizza Kitchen.

Downtown Phoenix’s Throne Brewing has closed amid wage theft lawsuits

By Sara CrockerNovember 4, 2024

The Phoenix pub is the owner’s third restaurant closure in four months, and former staff members are suing for unpaid wages.

Fill up this fall at Phoenix food festivals

Fill up this fall at Phoenix food festivals

By Sara CrockerNovember 1, 2024

Fall brings a mountain of food festivals to the Valley. Here’s where to dig in.

7 new restaurants and cafes arrive in the Biltmore area

7 new restaurants and cafes arrive in the Biltmore area

By Sara CrockerNovember 1, 2024

New eateries including a tavern, Mexican restaurant, coffee shops and more are opening at Esplanade and beyond.

Miracle bartender pouring a cocktail into Santa-shaped glass.

Holiday pop-ups Miracle and Sippin’ Santa announce 2024 Phoenix dates

By Sara CrockerOctober 31, 2024

It’s almost time for ugly sweaters and Christmassy cocktails. Here’s when the holiday pop-up bars open in Phoenix.

Quartz launches new cocktails with local and intergalactic inspiration

Quartz launches new cocktails with local and intergalactic inspiration

By Sara CrockerOctober 28, 2024

Downtown Phoenix bars Quartz and The Cave debut new menus that “even leave the planet.”

New restaurant to debut in downtown Chandler. Meet George & Gather

New restaurant to debut in downtown Chandler. Meet George & Gather

By Sara CrockerOctober 25, 2024

“Making delicious, crave-worthy food with ingredients that you can trust” is the focus for the Chandler couple behind the new eatery.

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The 10 best Italian restaurants in Phoenix

By Tirion Boan and OthersOctober 24, 2024

Phoenix may be a pizza town, but these Italian restaurants make the case for pasta, seafood, wine, gelato and so much more.

Paradise Valley Burger Co. moves to Scottsdale. Here’s a look inside

By Sara CrockerOctober 24, 2024

Take a peek at the burger joint’s new digs. The original location will close on Thursday, with the new shop opening on Friday.

Chef and humanitarian José Andrés to open restaurant in Glendale

Chef and humanitarian José Andrés to open restaurant in Glendale

By Sara CrockerOctober 23, 2024

Bar Mar will be the chef’s first restaurant in Arizona and one of 11 new concepts coming to Glendale.

Cocina Chiwas owners Nadia Holguin and Armando Hernandez.

Tacos Chiwas owners to launch 4 new Valley concepts

By Sara CrockerOctober 23, 2024

“It just kind of all came together at the same time,” co-owner Armando Hernandez says of the upcoming bars and restaurants.

Texas-based taco shop to make its Arizona debut in Scottsdale this fall

Texas-based taco shop to make its Arizona debut in Scottsdale this fall

By Sara CrockerOctober 22, 2024

Chicken tikka tacos? How about a bacon burger taco or Cubano on a tortilla? This unique chain will open in Arizona soon.

O.H.S.O. Brewery’s Great Pumpkin Beer Day is here

O.H.S.O. Brewery’s Great Pumpkin Beer Day is here

By Sara CrockerOctober 17, 2024

The seasonal tap takeover kicks off at the Valley’s five O.H.S.O. locations at 11 a.m.

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‘Champion’ of Arizona beer, SanTan founder Anthony Canecchia has died

‘Champion’ of Arizona beer, SanTan founder Anthony Canecchia has died

By Sara CrockerOctober 16, 2024

The head of the state’s largest locally owned brewery was 51. Tributes are pouring in honoring the “visionary” and “icon.”

Meet the national taco expert bringing book tour to Tempe

By Sara CrockerOctober 15, 2024

Ahead of his Arizona visit, we caught up with author Jose Ralat on carne asada, Phoenix taquerias and what’s next.

Arizona breweries shut out at national beer competition

Arizona breweries shut out at national beer competition

By Sara CrockerOctober 14, 2024

For the first time since 1995, no Arizona breweries scored a medal at the Great American Beer Festival awards.

Starlite BBQ, from Ocotillo team, has closed in Scottsdale

Starlite BBQ, from Ocotillo team, has closed in Scottsdale

By Sara CrockerOctober 11, 2024

The elevated smokehouse has shuttered after six years of serving smoked meats, sides and whiskeys.

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