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Zach Oden

Zach Oden is a freelance writer and non-freelance middle school English teacher who focuses on food and music in Phoenix. He holds a Master’s of Arts in English from The Ohio University and has previously written for Sand and Pine Magazine and Alimentum: The Literature of Food.

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Saint Pasta opens this week in downtown Phoenix. Here’s what to expect

Saint Pasta opens this week in downtown Phoenix. Here’s what to expect

By Zach OdenDecember 16, 2024

As the beloved Italian concept Saint Pasta returns, we caught up with chef and owner Racan Alhoch.

Mister Pio puts a new spin on Peruvian rotisserie in Phoenix

Mister Pio puts a new spin on Peruvian rotisserie in Phoenix

By Zach OdenDecember 10, 2024

At their Arcaida-area eatery, Justin Nasralla and David Goluboff bring a classic Peruvian dish to a whole new level.

From boxing to burgers: Food truck La Hamburguesa swings for perfection

From boxing to burgers: Food truck La Hamburguesa swings for perfection

By Zach OdenNovember 21, 2024

Boxer and chef Hernan-Zeal Rivera’s food truck is punching its way to the top. Meet La Hamburguesa.

Holiday Stress? Pick up Thanksgiving takeout from Phoenix restaurants

Holiday Stress? Pick up Thanksgiving takeout from Phoenix restaurants

By Zach OdenNovember 18, 2024

These 11 Valley spots will leave you thankful for an abundance of takeout options on Turkey Day.

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.”

At Sugar Cane, 2 bar pros share their love of tiki with Phoenix

At Sugar Cane, 2 bar pros share their love of tiki with Phoenix

By Zach OdenOctober 30, 2024

Local bar experts Captain David and Tiki Dan are bringing all things tiki to town through their monthly pop-up.

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Beer, brats and brass fueled Tempe’s 51st Oktoberfest. Take a look

Beer, brats and brass fueled Tempe’s 51st Oktoberfest. Take a look

By Zach OdenOctober 15, 2024

The annual event drew large crowds to enjoy Bavarian food, beer, dachshund races and more. Here’s a look at the festivities.

Bringing the Boos: These Phoenix bars are going all out for Halloween

Bringing the Boos: These Phoenix bars are going all out for Halloween

By Zach OdenOctober 9, 2024

These are the Valley’s spookiest, scariest spots for Halloween drinks and vibes throughout October.

Frybread Lounge is Old Town Scottsdale’s first Indigenous restaurant

Frybread Lounge is Old Town Scottsdale’s first Indigenous restaurant

By Zach OdenOctober 1, 2024

An award-winning chef brings Native cuisine with locally sourced ingredients for a fresh, hip experience in Old Town Scottsdale.

Horse & Hyde country bar and restaurant opens in Uptown Plaza

Horse & Hyde country bar and restaurant opens in Uptown Plaza

By Zach OdenSeptember 11, 2024

The elevated honkytonk pairs live music with craft cocktails and Southwestern eats.

Saint Pasta to open in former Larder + The Delta space this fall

Saint Pasta to open in former Larder + The Delta space this fall

By Zach OdenAugust 29, 2024

The fan-favorite food truck will be resurrected this fall as a downtown Phoenix restaurant.

Saint Pasta announces return to downtown Phoenix

Saint Pasta announces return to downtown Phoenix

By Zach OdenAugust 19, 2024

The famed food truck will reopen as a brick-and-mortar restaurant soon.

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Float on: MacAlpine’s Diner signals sweet return with national grant

Float on: MacAlpine’s Diner signals sweet return with national grant

By Zach OdenAugust 5, 2024

MacAlpine’s reopened this spring and a historic preservation grant will help keep the diner and soda fountain afloat.

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