Do you ever stand in front of the wine section at the grocery store overwhelmed by the number of selections? The labels are so enticing, but how good is the wine? Sometimes you buy a bottle and you’re disappointed, and other times you hit the jackpot. For those who would like to take the guess work out of selecting a winner, PostinoWine Café has recently launched the Postino Wine Cult, a subscription-based wine club. When...
Opening Angie’s Lobster A second Valley location of Angie’s Lobster has opened in Tempe. The menu has two items: Lobster Finger Meal; and Lobster Roll Meal, both $9.99. 835 W. Baseline Rd., Tempe, angieslobster.com Another Broken Egg Café Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch and lunch at this Florida-based breakfast spot. Bring on the biscuits and gravy. 2484 S. Santan Village Pkwy., Gilbert, 480-306-8142, anotherbrokenegg.com At My Place Café This popular Filipino restaurant has officially moved from Mesa...
Inspired by her own health journey and world travels, health coach Nico Doniele teamed up with EVO founder Nick Neuman to open Santé, a high-end, 5,000 square-foot restaurant in North Scottsdale with an emphasis on healthy, organic food. Her motto, “Let us live to eat and live longer to eat,” is reflected in the globally inspired menu, which has vegan, vegetarian, paleo, gluten-free, keto and low FODMAP options. “We wanted to create a restaurant where...
On Nov. 18, Pedal Haus Brewery opened a new location in the MonOrchid building in the Roosevelt Row Arts District. The new restaurant (Pedal Haus number three for owner Julian Wright) covers 6,000 square feet and includes indoor and outdoor seating, live music and happy hour specials. Since Pedal Haus is known for its award-winning beers, we recently caught up with head brewer Derek “Doc” Osborne to learn more about Pedal Haus beer. How did...
Opening Aftermath Bar + Kitchen You’ll find modern American cuisine at this new eatery, including shareable plates and entrees and a nice selection of cocktails, beer and wine. 1534 E. Bethany Home Rd., Phoenix, aftermathphoenix.com Babbo Italian Eatery An eighth Valley location of this family-owned restaurant has opened in Goodyear. 15705 W. McDowell Rd., Goodyear, 623-440-2117, babboitalian.com Bap and Chicken Korean fried chicken and bibimbap headline this west Chandler restaurant’s menu. On Thursdays they feature...
If you’re searching for a novel brunch dish to serve your holiday guests (or perhaps tuck away for your own use), the folks at Z’Tejas have shared their popular huevos rancheros recipe. The multi-layered dish has a lot of components, but if you have all the ingredients lined up, you can make it in a snap. As for the Mexican cheese, Z’Tejas Chef Diego Bolan uses a mix of Oaxaca, Monterey jack, asadero, panela and...
Topped with fruit or stuffed with meat, the kolache deliciously blends Eastern European pastry traditions with Lone Star tastes.
Open Barrio Cosita A new fast-casual concept from the folks at Barrio Queen, featuring tacos, tequila and other Mexican food favorites. 15801 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, 480-436-6559, barriocosita.com Fat Willy’s Family Sports Grill The former Teakwoods Tavern & Grill is now home to the Valley’s fifth Fat Willy’s Family Sports Grill. Lots of pub grub here from chicken wings to burgers. 151 E. Williams Field Rd., Gilbert, 480-590-3757, fatwillysaz.com Freely Taproom & Kitchen...
Now that we’ve broken out the sweaters and jackets (well, OK, some of us have), it’s time to think about hearty dishes like chili to keep us warm. You may already have a go to chili recipe, but if not, the folks at Tortilla Flat, a historic restaurant on the Apache Trail just northeast of Mesa, have shared their “Killer Chili” recipe. The directions are pretty straightforward, but the secret to this robust chili is...
The Valley is in for a rare treat when the Musical Instrument Museum welcomes a new exhibit on November 12, Treasures: Legendary Musical Instruments, showcasing 75 instruments that underscore the power of music across 6,000 years of history.
Try Bourbon-Pecan Toffee, Flavored Roasted Pistachios and Artisanal Bitters from local purveyors this month.
The Joy Bus, a Valley nonprofit devoted to making and delivering chef-inspired meals to homebound cancer patients, recently welcomed celebrated Valley culinarian Josh Hebert as head chef. Hebert, who closed his popular ramen shop Hot Noodles, Cold Sake in March, and once owned Posh Improvisational Cuisine, was ready for a change. Now, he’s helming the kitchen at The Joy Bus Diner and implementing menus for the “More Than a Meal” program, working alongside Joy Bus...
Mesquite Fresh Street Mex co-founders and brothers Ahmad and Naser Alatrash are taking a different approach to marketing their modern Mexican cuisine. Instead of spending money on social media and other advertising, they’ve launched a “Free Taco Tour” available to businesses located within a four-mile radius of their Surprise, Gilbert, Mesa and Happy Valley locations. The tour gives the brothers an opportunity to connect with local businesses and area residents, Ahmad says. To take part...
Photo courtesy Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant Openings Air Guitar Combination corner store and coffee bar with grab-and-go meals and a nice beer and wine selection lands in Gilbert. 1566 S. Higley Rd., Gilbert, airguitar4life.com Blue 32 Sports Grill This popular East Valley sports bar has opened a third location that serves everything from Buffalo wings and salads to burgers and steaks. 2028 N. Gilbert Rd., Mesa, 480-590-3569, blue32sportsgrill.com Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant A...
It’s official: Fall is finally here. The days are getting shorter and cooler temperatures are replacing our sweltering 100-degree days. Autumn in the Valley also signals the return of many farmers markets that have been closed during the summer months. Vendors differ from market to market, but most will offer local and seasonal produce, fresh baked goods, natural meats and seafood and a good assortment of locally crafted food products. Farmers markets are a great...
