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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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Élephante, a coastal Italian Restaurant from LA, is coming to Scottsdale

Élephante, a coastal Italian Restaurant from LA, is coming to Scottsdale

By Sara CrockerMay 19, 2023

Scottdale Fashion Square’s south wing redevelopment will include up to five new restaurants. Élephante is the first to be announced.

These Arizona craft beers were named among the best in the world

These Arizona craft beers were named among the best in the world

By Sara CrockerMay 11, 2023

Arizona had a great showing at the World Beer Cup on Wednesday. Find out which breweries brought home medals and where you can taste the award-winning beers.

Q&A: Talking tacos with food festival host David Tyda

Q&A: Talking tacos with food festival host David Tyda

By Sara CrockerMay 9, 2023

Bar owner and food festival host David Tyda is bringing a brand new taco festival to downtown Phoenix.

Award-winning Mexican brewery to open its first U.S. taproom in Chandler

Award-winning Mexican brewery to open its first U.S. taproom in Chandler

By Sara CrockerMay 5, 2023

Mexico’s beer scene is largely defined by big-name brands. But the brothers behind one Sonoran brewery are working to change that. Now, they’re opening their first location in the U.S.

A six-pack of Phoenix craft breweries serving Mexican lagers

A six-pack of Phoenix craft breweries serving Mexican lagers

By Sara CrockerMay 5, 2023

Arizona’s craft brewers are putting their own spin on Mexican lagers. Here are six to try.

Bubbling up: Arizona brewers are crafting a new wave of Mexican lagers

By Sara CrockerMay 4, 2023

Mexican lagers are popping up on craft brewery menus around Arizona as local brewers put their spin on the style.

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Ramadan Ends With Eid al-Fitr. Try These Handmade Desserts to Celebrate the Festival of Sweets

Ramadan Ends With Eid al-Fitr. Try These Handmade Desserts to Celebrate the Festival of Sweets

By Sara CrockerApril 20, 2023

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Mesa’s Princess Market and Deli celebrates the occasion with intricate handmade sweets.

How Metro Phoenix Cannabis Chefs Gear Up for 4/20

How Metro Phoenix Cannabis Chefs Gear Up for 4/20

By Sara CrockerApril 19, 2023

The year’s biggest celebration of cannabis culminates on April 20. Meet Valley chefs and bakers who are using infused foods to elevate any meal.

Mining Inspiration From the Natural World, Quartz Cocktail Bar Opens This Week

Mining Inspiration From the Natural World, Quartz Cocktail Bar Opens This Week

By Sara CrockerApril 18, 2023

Sip on cocktails inspired by rubies and turquoise at this new downtown Phoenix cocktail bar.

Princess Market Launches A Second Location After Celebrating 20 Years in Business

Princess Market Launches A Second Location After Celebrating 20 Years in Business

By Sara CrockerApril 14, 2023

Customers have been asking them to expand for years. And now, Princess Market has a new restaurant in Tempe.

On the Rise: Meet the Baker Serving Bread at Top Phoenix Restaurants

On the Rise: Meet the Baker Serving Bread at Top Phoenix Restaurants

By Sara CrockerApril 12, 2023

From his garage in Tempe to top restaurants all over the Valley, this baker’s bread is taking him places.

Find Foods for Passover at These 8 Phoenix Restaurants and Delis

Find Foods for Passover at These 8 Phoenix Restaurants and Delis

By Sara Crocker and OthersMarch 31, 2023

Passover begins this week – starting at nightfall on Wednesday, April 5. Check out these metro Phoenix markets and restaurants for dinners and to-go dishes.

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Now on Tap: Pink Boots Beer Marks Full Circle Moment for Tempe’s Woman-Owned Brewery

Now on Tap: Pink Boots Beer Marks Full Circle Moment for Tempe’s Woman-Owned Brewery

By Sara CrockerMarch 27, 2023

Sue Rigler and Valerie Adee first met at a Pink Boots brew day. Today, the Tempe brewery owner and brewer tapped their own version of the beer.

At Restaurants and Mosques in Phoenix, Ramadan Is a Time To Celebrate Community

At Restaurants and Mosques in Phoenix, Ramadan Is a Time To Celebrate Community

By Sara CrockerMarch 27, 2023

During Ramadan, Phoenix restaurants and mosques are coming together to celebrate the holy month through daily fasting and community meals.

With a Celebration of Heritage and a Passion for Food, This Couple Is Dominating the Phoenix Dining Scene

With a Celebration of Heritage and a Passion for Food, This Couple Is Dominating the Phoenix Dining Scene

By Sara CrockerMarch 23, 2023

They started with an old Dairy Queen drive-thru. Now, Armando Hernandez and Nadia Holguin run restaurants all around the Valley, including their newest concept, Cocina Chiwas.

An Italian Restaurant and Speakeasy are Coming to Downtown Mesa

An Italian Restaurant and Speakeasy are Coming to Downtown Mesa

By Sara CrockerMarch 17, 2023

Eat pizza and sip on craft cocktails at the new Italian restaurant and speakeasy combination coming to Mesa.

After a Side Gig Became a Passion, This Valley Bartender Rose to the Top

After a Side Gig Became a Passion, This Valley Bartender Rose to the Top

By Sara CrockerMarch 17, 2023

On the final night of Arizona Cocktail Weekend, Delena Humble-Fischer showed off her skills to become the 2023 Last Slinger Standing.

King Coffee Mixes in Cocktails – and Mead – with The Lounge

By Sara CrockerMarch 10, 2023

The Lounge is another way to get buzzed at King Coffee.

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This North Phoenix Kosher Dining Staple Closed Its Doors

By Sara CrockerMarch 8, 2023

The best kosher restaurant in the Valley has shut its doors.

Grand Avenue Pizza Co. Returns with a New Home in Glendale

Grand Avenue Pizza Co. Returns with a New Home in Glendale

By Sara CrockerFebruary 28, 2023

Phoenix pizzeria Grand Avenue Pizza Co. will reopen in Glendale, bringing an expanded menu, bar, and games to the West Valley.

First Taste: New Vegetarian Restaurant Sin Muerte Embraces Flavors From Maricopa to Morocco

First Taste: New Vegetarian Restaurant Sin Muerte Embraces Flavors From Maricopa to Morocco

By Sara CrockerFebruary 22, 2023

Vegetarian dishes and craft cocktails shine at Sin Muerte, a new plant-based restaurant off Roosevelt Row.

These 7 New Bars and Restaurants are Now Open in Downtown Phoenix

These 7 New Bars and Restaurants are Now Open in Downtown Phoenix

By Sara CrockerFebruary 17, 2023

These seven new bars and restaurants are expanding options for food and drinks in downtown Phoenix.

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