The macaron craze of 2010 may have died down — we haven’t seen quite as many photos of the colorful sandwich cookies flavored with everything from salmon to strawberry gracing the pages of our favorite food porn sites — but the Parisian treats haven’t lost their elegant appeal. And that…
Sunday, May 13, is Mother’s Day — which means it’s time to show Mom how much you love and adore her. Why not show her you care by taking her out to a nice brunch? Brunch a little too early for ya? That’s cool, moms also love dinner! Here’s a…
Do any of you know how hard it is to find a seat in a coffee shop in Tempe during finals week? It’s almost impossible. Earlier this week, I was in dire need of a quiet place to work (away from my dogs) and after hitting up six coffee shops…
It’s weekend time and there is a whole bunch of foodie stuff to do. Whether you’re hitting up the Greek Festival, meeting Giada de Laurentiis in Scottsdale, or just make a nice dinner at your house, I hope you get to eat something delicious! Here’s what’s on my plate this…
Ahhhh, the banh mi. Such a tasty and cheap little Vietnamese sandwich. Soft French bread filled with carrots, jalapeños, cilantro, and a delightful meat. It’s one of our favorites, but we tend to overlook the little guys when we are at our favorite Vietnamese spots because, well, because there are…
Over the last couple years, Mesa’s main drag has been making quite the comeback with new little indie shops and eateries — one of which is an adorable sandwich shop called Urban Picnic. The one-year-old gourmet sandwich shop (which, just last week, was sold by former owner Chris Ackerlund to…
Since we are adults and all, we tend to skip breakfast’s sweet friend, French toast. But every once in a while we give in to our sweet tooth and order up the genius combination of eggs, milk, and bread. And when we do decided to give in to our French…
It was burgers galore last night at Scottsdale Stadium and although there wasn’t a huge turnout for the Scottsdale Culinary Festival’s very first Burger Battle it was a really fun (and filling) experience and the folks that did shell out the $55 for a ticket got their money’s worth. Zinburger,…
Eggs, bacon, French toast sticks, crispy potatoes, an OJ and a crazy apple drink is the only way to start the day when you find yourself on a Monday morning shopping mission for cheap furniture with clean lines and cheap bedding. It may not be gourmet but it wasn’t half…
It’s going to be a busy foodie weekend! The Scottsdale Culinary Festival is in full swing (you can check out our coverage for all the big events you might have missed here) and since there are so many fun foodie things going down this weekend, I’m taking a break from…
Finding decent Mexican food on the cheap in Central Phoenix isn’t difficult, but finding amazing service from a staff that makes you feel like family is a little bit more of a challenge. Good thing we found Juan’s Authentic Mexican Food. Located on Thomas Road just west of 16th Street,…
Hey Chandler, ready for some BBQ? Texas style or Mountain style? You now have both! Texas barbecue franchise Rudy’s Country Store and BBQ opened earlier in April and are dishing out Texas style brisket, ribs, chicken and smoked sausage. And right across the street, New Mexico’s Can’t Stop Smokin’ is…
Sometimes a girl needs a steak sandwich and a big bowl of fries to make the day amazing. My lunch companion and I hit one of Phoenix’s slightly older hot spots for a late afternoon beer lunch. I ventured past my lunchtime salad realm and ordered the Bistro Steak Sandwich…
It’s another beautiful Phoenix weekend! Better get outside and enjoy it while you can. This weekend, I’ll be trading in the super nice Phoenix weather for the smog and traffic of Los Angeles. I plan on hunting down the infamous mac & cheese with BBQ pork grilled cheese sandwich from…
Huevos Rancheros, the traditional Mexican breakfast dish, is a menu staple at almost every drive-thru taco shop and Mexican eatery in the Valley. It’s the perfect cure for a hangover and includes all five important elements of a hearty breakfast — eggs, tortillas, beans, rice, and cheese. Instead of pitting…
Yes, believe it or not, Phoenix has ten farmers’ markets. Actually, we have way more than ten, and we love them all, but the markets on this list really stand out from the rest. So here’s our list of ten favorites — in no particular order. 10. Gilbert Farmers’ Market…
Being a freelance writer has its perks. I can work in my pajamas if I like, I can do dishes on my “breaks,” and I can go to breakfast whenever I feel like it. The only problem is that most people are tucked away in their offices during the week,…
Happy Good Friday, Happy Easter, Happy Passover, or just plain ol’ Happy Friday! For the first time in thirty years, my mother has decided not to cook Easter dinner for her family, but instead she and my dad are going to Tucson to see their favorite band, Calexico. Damn her…
The other morning, we found ourselves at our local Starbucks (the horror!) staring at the “breakfast pasty” case. The usual suspects were there — cheese danish, blueberry scone, morning bun, iced lemon pound cake — but there were also four new little treats. Starbucks had pies. Super tiny, adorable pies…
Do you guys know how hard it is to find a vegan cupcake on the fly in this town? And I’m not talking about special ordering a dozen or waiting till the second Saturday of the fourth month or going to Sprinkles — I’m talking about purchasing one cupcake of…
Patrick Duncan, owner of Duncan’s Trading Co has announced the spring “Farmer in the House” dinner line-up. The dinners (which often sell out) feature one-night menus created by some of the best chefs in town showcasing exotic produce from Duncan’s and will be paired with wine from a specially selected…
Super cute Easter animals are more than just super cute — they can be pretty freakin’ delicious. This Easter, skip the ho-hum ham, save the turkey for Thanksgiving, and let’s eat some super cute baby animals. Here’s our little guide to feasting on completely cute meats. Enjoy! Cute Animal: Veal…
