We’ll admit that the whole liquid nitrogen ice cream thing is probably a gimmick. If so, count us in on all the gimmicks, because Creamistry ice cream tastes fresh, sweet, and rich. There are many flavor options and mix-ins, and you can even get it dairy-free. This is something we can get used to, so […]
Dessert in Phoenix
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This small, tidy spot of homestyle Cuban eats features hearty and gratifying traditional dishes that keep the restaurant’s Cuban, Colombian, and Puerto Rican patrons coming back on a regular basis. The Cuban sandwich is almost a rite of passage here, but there are other good dishes, too: Slow-cooked meats redolent with garlic, onions, and cumin; […]
For years, we thought we didn’t like churros. But as it turns out, we’d only ever had bad ones. The churros at Dulce Churro Cafe aren’t good – they’re fantastic. Start by choosing your shape; Dulce makes loops, bites, and sticks fresh when you order. Then, you can customize your treat with dips (like mango, […]
The bakery cases or Armenian natives David and Rose Kouyoumijan feature a colorful display of tiered cakes, fruity strudels, cookies, and fresh-baked bread. If you’re dining in, the Kouyoumijans will pack premium ingredients into one of the 10 kinds of massive sandwiches on the menu.
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Downtown folks crowd this cozy shop for tasty pastas with homemade sauces (love the signature zesty tomato topped with light ricotta cheese and parsley), gourmet focaccia and baguette sandwiches, salads, and homemade cheesecake. Come hungry.
Need a break from life in the big city? You’ve come to the right place: Fossil Creek Creamery. This working ranch is in quiet Strawberry, Arizona, located two short hours from Phoenix. The creamery makes and sells artisanal goat’s milk cheeses and fudge, but the ranch is also home to a pack of llamas. Plan […]
The Fractured Prune doughnut shop allows you to choose from more than a dozen different glazes and toppings so you can build your own doughnut creation. Think marshmallow glaze and graham cracker topping or maple glaze with mini chocolate chips. For the less creative diners, there’s also a menu of specialty donuts that includes creations […]
While some gelaterias go for the quaint vibe, Gilbert’s Frost goes all out sci-fi with their modern, clean, all blue and silver décor. The large case beautifully displays the loads of flavors you can choose from. While our absolute favorite is the bafflingly smooth and rich panna cotta, it’s seasonal, so you might not always […]
Elote (simply put, corn) has gained favor in respected restaurants, making its way onto menus for about $5. So, sure, you could say it’s trendy. But head down to South Phoenix and there lies the mecca of Mexican street foods, with prices equivalent to the streets. Instead of serving corn on the cob, Fruitlicious slices […]
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This little bakery is an offshoot of the highly rated Leccabaffi restaurant. Breads and desserts are made fresh daily. A deli area features sandwiches, panini, salads and soup.
Located right beside Hava Java, you’ll see more babes here than at a casting call for The OC, and they’re all eating that Italian “ice cream” known as gelato. Smart gals. Gelato has less fat, and a smoother, denser consistency than our ice cream, which means your butt won’t get too big eating all 36 […]
This pop-up (now storefront) debuted at the 2018 PHX Night Market. Part of what puts Genbu Waffles a cut above is its sourcing of local and organic ingredients. But there are also some impressive combinations on this menu. For the matcha-obsessed, try the Matcha Green Serpent – matcha waffles, two scoops of ice cream, a […]
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Possibly the area’s only 100 percent gluten-free cafe and bakery, Gluten Free Creations in Scottsdale will make you a gluten free birthday cake, gluten free hamburger and bun, and of course, bagels, muffins, and breads baked without all the troublesome gluten.
A Mesa must-stop for all things fruity and frozen, Helados Zacatecas has been whipping up homemade ice cream, pretty paletas, dreamy fresas con crema, and standout raspados since 2003. The name of the game here is fresh. The family-owned hotspot uses all-natural ingredients and crafts raspados with crushed-to-order ice layered with real fruit syrups. Whether […]