This is part two of my interview with Chris Bianco, chef-owner of Pizzeria Bianco, Bar Bianco, Pane Bianco and Trattoria Bianco. If you missed part one, where Bianco dished about Jamie Oliver, the local chefs he most admires and awesome pizza, read it here. See also: – — 11 Best…
Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 12, this year — that’s about two weeks away — and this is one occasion where you can’t put off reserving a table (or special take-home dinner) until the last minute. Whether your mom prefers fine dining or a simple steak, a lavish outdoor…
If you’ve noticed a rise in “house-cured meats” on restaurant menus lately, you’re not the only one. For a few years now, it seems every chef with a meat grinder has felt compelled to test his/her hand at charcuterie. See also: – The Best of the Cheese and Wine Worlds…
Gilbert Hernandez who, along with wife BJ (Betty-Jane), founded Havana Cafe in Phoenix and Havana Patio Cafe in Scottsdale, has died at age 85. See also: – Eddie Basha, Grocery Magnate, Dies at 75 Hernandez, who passed away on April 21, was born in Havana, Cuba, on July 24, 1927…
Dear 5th of May: We were never together and I never cared about you, but now we’re officially over; you were, after all, never that important to me when I lived in Mexico. It’s not like you have ever been a national holiday celebrated with closed banks and schools, paper…
For more than a year now, Shady’s bartender and regular Chow Bella contributor JK Grence, has been providing invaluable advice to the alcohol-infused masses with his “Last Call” column. Considering this grand milestone, we decided to take a look back at some of his best tips as we head into…
Channel 8 hosted its first-ever Check, Please! Arizona Festival at CityScape on Sunday and despite the ridiculous temperatures (100 degrees, but it felt hotter), everybody seemed to have a good time. See also: — Check, Please! Arizona Festival at CityScape, 04/28/13 (Slideshow) — Chef Kevin Binkley a Finalist for James…
For those putting away their cowboy boots upon hearing the news that Brix, the Western-themed wine bar in Cave Creek, had shuttered on Sunday, take heart. The cork-poppin’ ain’t over yet. See also: – CLOSED: J. Alexander’s in Scottsdale – CLOSED: The Breakfast Joynt in North Scottsdale After five years…
The only thing we like more than barbecue from Joe’s Real BBQ is free barbecue from Joe’s Real BBQ. And just our luck, it’s once again time to celebrate the restaurants Customer Appreciation Day on Wednesday, May 1. See also: – Ten Favorite Places in Metro Phoenix to Dine After…
Since Chandler’s Sushi Eye in Motion closed last fall, all’s been quiet on the kaiten-zushi, or conveyor belt sushi, front — at least until now. See also: – Postino Owners to Open Joyride Taco House in Gilbert in June – Hot Dogs & Pie: Mamma Toledo’s to Open Space Inside…
Chris Bianco Pizzeria Bianco, Bar Bianco 623 E. Adams Street, Phoenix, 602-258-8300; 609 E. Adams St., 602-528-3699 Pizzeria Bianco/ Trattoria Bianco 4743 N. 20th Street (Town & Country), Phoenix, 602-368-3273 Pane Bianco 4404 N.Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602-234-2100, pizzeriabianco.com See also: — Chris Bianco To Open Pizzeria Bianco in Tucson This…
About a month ago, a new bar sprung up off Mill Avenue near Sixth Street in Tempe. C.A.S.A., which isn’t an acronym for anything, according to the staff, is a unique sight among the other bars in the area. The patio bar is completely outdoors with an upper deck that…
How free do you feel to grow and raise your own food? If you’re an Arizona resident, the answer is probably pretty free. Most cities in the Valley allow residents to keep chickens on their property within certain parameters. See also: – Luci’s Healthy Marketplace in Phoenix: What We Bought,…
Every week, there’s a cornucopia of Phoenix food news, features, and reviews to report here at Chow Bella. If you’re like most people, you probably just don’t have the time to get to all of it. So, here’s a recap of some of the top stories from the week that…
I just took a look at the calendar, and realized that Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner. Never mind that it’s barely a blip on the radar in Mexico; around here, it’s become Cinco de Drinko, where it’s socially acceptable to get wasted on crummy margaritas and horrible…
Editor’s Note: Explicitly Graphic is a monthly column on our arts blog, Jackalope Ranch, by Cynthia Clark Harvey (who’s working on a graphic novel of her own). From time to time, Harvey reviews graphic novels, talks to artists, and dives into the scene of all things explicitly graphic. Today, she’s…
Who’s this year’s master mixologist, top chef, and most outstanding restaurant concept? Last night, the Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA) put a name to them all — as well as a few other categories — at the first-ever Foodist Awards. See also: – Big Brain Awards 2013 At a ceremony and…
J. Alexander’s, the Tennessee-based chain of straightforward American fare in thirteen twelve states, has shuttered its Scottsdale location. See also: – CLOSED: The Breakfast Joynt in North Scottsdale – CLOSED: Every Baja Fresh in the Valley Opened in the fall of 2008, J. Alexander’s, located at 6186 North Scottsdale Road…
Remember last year when we told you Sprinkles Cupcakes was going to start making their own ice cream? They opened the first Sprinkles Ice Cream store in Beverly Hills and though they still haven’t said when we’ll be getting a storefront in the Valley, you will have a chance to…
Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Check out what’s on our plate. See also: – Your Cheat Sheet to This Sunday’s Check, Please! Arizona Festival at CityScape – 8 Great Guacamoles in Metro Phoenix 29th Annual My Nana’s Best Tasting Salsa Challenge…
Where do cheaters like to cheat when they want a meal with their extramarital rendezvous? See also: – 10 Best Food Art Masterpieces from Artist “Red” Hong Yi’s Month-Long Series – 10 Best/Worst Pizza Tattoos According to a survey conducted by AshleyMadison.com, a hook-up site for married people looking to…
The Spot: Luci’s Healthy Marketplace, Open Monday through Saturday from 6:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday from 6:30 a.m. until 8 p.m. See Also: – The Simple Farm: 2013 Big Brain Awards Finalist, Culinary – ABC Cake Decorating Supplies in Phoenix: What We Bought, What We Skipped and What…
