Westgate Entertainment District — the sprawling retail, dining, and entertainment destination in Glendale — will welcome four new restaurants to the scene this week. That means four new places for Valley locals to love and four places to accommodate the deluge of visitors who will descend on the area over…
The Guilty Pleasure: Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches Where to Get It: Pho 43, 43rd Ave and Thomas Price: $3.75 What it Really Costs: Somehow, regular macarons weren’t unhealthy enough yet. I’m a little dismayed that macaron mania seems to have come and gone. I’m not exactly surprised, though. They are…
Phoenix is about to get a lil’ taste of Chicago: next week, Two Brothers Brewing Company will open a taphouse at Scottsdale Road and Drinkwater. To welcome their beer brethren into town, Cartel Coffee Lab’s Scottsdale location will be hosting a “tap takeover” today, January 21st at 6 pm…
Chow Bella has immediate openings on our freelance staff for writers — including those looking to focus on cocktails, wine, or dessert. We are looking to pass the baton on columns including Dessert First, Hooch, and Vine Geeks…
Few are surprised that, in less than half a year, Vivo! Ristorante has established itself as one of the more refined dining spots in town. Its pedigree helps: Vivo! is the latest offering from Phoenix restaurateur Tomaso Maggiore, creator of Tomaso’s and a long list of other local restaurants. After…
Editor’s Note: this post has been updated to reflect a new committee meeting date. Four Peaks Brewing Co. and its owner, Andy Ingram, have a problem: The brewery is successful. It’s not an uncommon issue among the country’s top producers of craft beer, though a trivial one in states like…
So, you’re thinking about juicing. Maybe you’re still clinging to that New Year’s Resolution; maybe you’re just looking to rid your body of last night’s tequila. Whatever your motivation might be, Phoenix is #blessed with tons of local cold-pressed juice options. If you’re not yet ready to splurge on a…
There are two kinds of people in this world — those who eat the crust, and those who don’t. We’re not just talking about sandwich and pizza crust. In this case the crust in question is that of the traditional Chinese clay pot rice dish. In a cuisine full of…
Natalie Morris Professor Sustainable Food Systems program at Mesa Community College nataliermorris.com To those in the local food community, particularly those with an interest in sustainable food, the name Natalie Morris should be a familiar one. The trained chef turned entrepreneur created Good Food Finder, an online directory that identifies…
Now that 2014 has officially come and gone (and now that I’ve caught my breath from the holiday season), I’m ready to look back on the collection of new restaurants that joined our local scene in the last year. I ate all over the Valley in 2014, trying new restaurants…
Since the fall of 2012, Bertie’s Vintage has been serving kick-ass milkshakes and retro candy to the Arcadia neighborhood — all while also offering a side dose of awesome vintage shopping. Part soda fountain, part candy shop, and part vintage store, Bertie’s became a catch-all destination for diners and shoppers…
Barrio Urbano Dinner Friday, January 16 As of this week Barrio Urbano, located at The Yard in Phoenix, is open for dinner and serving a concise menu of appetizers and entrees. The selection includes dishes such as Toritos de Jaiba made with lump crab and goat and Oaxaca cheeses ($12);…
This isn’t the first time that the folks behind Welcome Chicken + Donuts and Sweet Republic have collaborated in the kitchen. And it’s not even the first time that the two fan favorite eateries have done an ice cream mashup. But neither of those facts makes us any less excited…
When a new spot opens in town, we can’t wait to check it out — and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that…
Happy New Year, Phoenix! What, you’ve already broken all your resolutions? Yeah, us too. But we’re bouncing back with some inspiration. Whether you’ve been considering a new hair style or a new kitchen project, we’re here to help with Project PHX, our annual “how to” guide. Step into Pane Bianco’s…
The Guilty Pleasure: The All-Natural Burger. Where to Get it: Carl’s Jr., several locations around town. Price: Starting at $5.99, more for a double burger or a combo, natch. What it Really Costs: Hope you’re hungry at 730 calories for a single burger. And am I getting old, or is…
Happy New Year, Phoenix! What, you’ve already broken all your resolutions? Yeah, us too. But we’re bouncing back with some inspiration. Whether you’ve been considering a new hair style or a new kitchen project, we’re here to help with Project PHX, our annual “how to” guide. Step into Pane Bianco’s…
There is no greater pleasure in life than waking up early on a cool Phoenix morning, walking around on a mountain for a few hours, eating your weight in breakfast food, and then taking a long, delicious nap. Here are a few awesome breakfast spots, near some of our favorite…
You want authentic souvlaki, or a decent gyro, and you want it now. Usually, fast food and Greek aren’t a great mix; falafel doesn’t do well under heat lamps, and whoever heard of made-ahead lamb skewers? If you’re craving excellent Greek fare, you’re likely headed to someplace with faux Athenian…
Luis Milan Chef, owner Sol Diablo Cantina 560 S. College Ave., Tempe www.soldiablocantinatempe.com If you haven’t been down on College Avenue in Tempe lately, you might be in for a surprise. What was once a fairly quiet corner of the Arizona State University campus has recently become a hub of…
The fifth annual Good Food Awards Ceremony and Gala Reception were held on Thursday, January 8 at the Palace of Fine Arts Theater in San Francisco. Every year the awards recognize food producers from across the country who provide their communities with “truly good food — the kind that brings…
Fans of chef Stephen Jones’ unique blend of Southern and New American cuisines will be happy to hear that the chef is getting ready to head up a new restaurant concept. Called Yard Bird + The Larder, the new restaurant will be located inside the soon-to-open DeSoto Central Market, which…
