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Lobster pasta in a pan.

Ambrogio15 closes at Biltmore Fashion Park after one year in Arizona

By Tirion BoanApril 7, 2025

The San Diego-based Italian restaurant replaced California Pizza Kitchen. After just over a year, the upscale spot has closed.

Online cooking show, lifestyle blog encourage use of Indigenous ingredients

Online cooking show, lifestyle blog encourage use of Indigenous ingredients

By Anna Ehrick | Cronkite NewsApril 4, 2025

Berries, blue corn and squash are essential to traditional recipes. Native chefs share how to use them in everyday meals.

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in March

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in March

By Sara Crocker and OthersApril 4, 2025

Standout sandwiches and top-notch tacos wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in March.

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Buck & Rider team crafts new restaurant concept for Old Town Scottsdale

Buck & Rider team crafts new restaurant concept for Old Town Scottsdale

By Sara CrockerApril 3, 2025

The new eatery, named Pinyon after the trees that grow in the Mediterranean and Southwest, is scheduled to open this fall.

How a childhood favorite became a booming burrito business in Phoenix

How a childhood favorite became a booming burrito business in Phoenix

By Zach OdenApril 3, 2025

Hank and Sam Murphy took a decades-long passion for the humble bean and cheese to the next level with Bad Hambres Burritos.

All aboard: Phoenix bar Platform 18 hosts multi-course high tea

By Georgann YaraApril 3, 2025

Visiting Platform 18 is usually an evening event. But the train-themed cocktail bar is inviting customers aboard for tea.

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The 6 most exciting new restaurants that opened in March

The 6 most exciting new restaurants that opened in March

By Tirion BoanApril 2, 2025

Tons of new restaurants, cafes and bars have recently opened around the Valley. Here’s where to start.

Crystal Kass using a mixer.

2 Phoenix chefs named 2025 James Beard Award finalists

By Tirion BoanApril 2, 2025

Arizona’s 15 semifinalists were narrowed down to two. Here’s who made it to the final round of the prestigious food awards.

Arizona bill aims to ban ultra-processed foods in public schools

Arizona bill aims to ban ultra-processed foods in public schools

By Katrina Michalak | Cronkite NewsApril 2, 2025

The bill would prohibit foods with colored dyes and other potentially harmful ingredients from being served to students.

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Staff reopens Xanadu Coffee after owner sentenced in child sex sting

By Morgan FischerApril 1, 2025

Xanadu Coffee staff say “fuck you” to the owner as they scramble to save the downtown Phoenix cafe.

Longtime Valley brewery has closed after more than a decade

Longtime Valley brewery has closed after more than a decade

By Sara CrockerMarch 31, 2025

After serving stouts, IPAs and other popular craft brews for over 10 years, this Mesa brewery has closed its doors.

How a mother-daughter duo became Mesa’s cinnamon roll queens

How a mother-daughter duo became Mesa’s cinnamon roll queens

By Mike MadriagaMarch 31, 2025

From bake sales and Facebook orders to festivals and a shop, this duo’s rich dough and sweet story are drawing crowds.

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Pinball games inside Taproom-120 in Gilbert.

These 7 Phoenix restaurants and bars are now closed

By Tirion BoanMarch 31, 2025

Two local craft beer destinations, a Utah-based bakery and San Diego pizzeria are among the Valley’s recently shuttered spots.

New wine shop, French bistro opens in Scottsdale from Wrigley Mansion owner

New wine shop, French bistro opens in Scottsdale from Wrigley Mansion owner

By Georgann YaraMarch 28, 2025

Jamie Hormel’s latest venture will offer a vast wine selection, personalized charcuterie boards and French bistro fare.

With a grasshopper on top, this unique cocktail shakes up a classic

With a grasshopper on top, this unique cocktail shakes up a classic

By Georgann YaraMarch 28, 2025

Inspired by the vintage sip, this creative cocktail puts a six-legged spin on the traditional Grasshopper cocktail.

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An exclusive first look at new Sonoran restaurant Glenrosa

An exclusive first look at new Sonoran restaurant Glenrosa

By Sara CrockerMarch 28, 2025

The new spot specializes in wood-fired Sonoran fare and will debut at Tempe’s Grass Clippings Rolling Hills Golf Course.

Xanadu Coffee Co. closes following founder’s prison sentencing

Xanadu Coffee Co. closes following founder’s prison sentencing

By Morgan FischerMarch 27, 2025

The local coffee shop is “closed until further notice” after its founder was sentenced to prison following a child sex sting.

Small business owners get candid about Phoenix food scene at panel event

By Zach OdenMarch 27, 2025

The owners of Saint Pasta and First Place Coffee dished on the triumphs and trials of operating in Phoenix.

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Play ball! Baseball season is here and Chase Field is ready with 11 new food options

Play ball! Baseball season is here and Chase Field is ready with 11 new food options

By Tirion BoanMarch 27, 2025

Baseball season is officially here and Chase Field is ready for all the action with 11 new food and drink options.

Revolving sushi spot Kura spins into Scottsdale

Revolving sushi spot Kura spins into Scottsdale

By Tirion BoanMarch 26, 2025

Known for its conveyor belt sushi and robot servers, Kura brings a third Valley restaurant to Scottsdale.

These tacos al pastor are essential Phoenix eats

These tacos al pastor are essential Phoenix eats

By Tirion BoanMarch 26, 2025

Not only are they delicious, these spicy, tender tacos are a screaming deal.

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Heading to the ballpark? Here’s where to eat near Chase Field

By Tirion BoanMarch 26, 2025

Baseball season begins on Thursday. Here’s where to eat and drink when heading downtown to cheer on the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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