Restaurant Round-Up for 2010

The Valley of the Sun saw a lot of activity in the restaurant world in 2010. More than 100 new restaurants opened and fewer than 50 closed their doors for good, according to our tally. Here is our Restaurant Round-Up for 2010RESTAURANTS THAT OPENED IN 2010Al’s Beef, ScottsdaleAmaro Pizzeria and Vino Lounge,…

Where Am I Eating?

On a rare Saturday night off, we were lucky enough to spend time with our loved ones at this family friendly Gilbert hot spot. We started off with a plate of nachos to share, a few house margaritas, and too many bowls of red and green salsa. By the time…

5th and Wine Dinner and Madeleines in Today’s Eater’s Digest

Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?5th and Wine DinnerJoin Old Town Scottsdale’s 5th and Wine this Tuesday, January 25th for the Hahn Wine Family Dinner with special guest Bobby Mockner. Tempura lobster skewers, tenderloin tartare, and crispy brie served with a glass…

Stuck at My Desk: Amy’s Light & Lean

​What We Ate: Amy’s Light & Lean Soft Taco FiestaMade with organic vegetables and black beans The Facts: 220 calories, 4.5g fat (1.5g saturated fat), 560g sodium and 40g of carbs Why This One: We too would like to be a little lighter and leaner, which means sticking to our new year’s…

Wine Tastings and Rice Krispie Pops in Today’s Eater’s Digest

Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Wine TastingsStop by the Phoenix Public Market between 5 and 7 p.m. for a free(yes, free) Wine Tasting with MyWineHelper.com’s Jim Wiskerchen. Enjoy samples from local Arizona winery Dribble Creek and if you find out you’re a…

Where Am I Eating?

While our friends on the East Coast are busy shoveling snow, we decided to hit up one of the most coveted patios in Tempe for lunch to enjoy the beautiful weather. Truth be told, we normally reserve this cozy spot for special occasions, but we wanted a fancy sandwich with…

Gabrielle Giffords and Jared Loughner: A Contrast in Yearbooks

The school careers of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and Jared Lee Loughner couldn’t be more different. Both are from Tucson. The similarities end there. Long before she set foot on Capitol Hill, Gabrielle Giffords was paving her way to a life in politics. She graduated from the prestigious University High School in Tucson, then…

Vino 100 Wine Dinner and Chicken Pâté in Today’s Eater’s Digest

Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Cave Creek Wine DinnerVino 100 in Cave Creek will be hosting a four-course wine dinner and cooking demonstration this Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. This month’s dinner theme is “Chef Epstein’s All Time Favorite Foods” Resident…

Where Am I Eating?

Nothing can turn a bad day around quicker then a giant plate of nachos and a few margaritas. Fresh and crispy chips slathered in black beans, tomatoes, lettuce then topped with a generous amount of cheese and sour cream. We broke away from the holiday hustle and bustle just long…