Tiffany Acosta, Author at PHOENIX magazine

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkOBON Sushi + Ramen Opens Third Valley Location

Tiffany AcostaJanuary 25, 2022

OBON Sushi + Ramen recently announced its third location will be opening at Biltmore Fashion Park this February. The Arizona restaurant chain currently has two Scottsdale locations and delivers both innovative and traditional dishes including tuna carpaccio and mackerel toast served on local bread. OBON chef Paul Im will helm the new location with a dedication to sustainability and the use of locally sourced ingredients. The new OBON will use the Japanese hard charcoal grilling...

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Desert Digest Food & Drink3 More Tasty Reasons to Travel to West Phoenix

Tiffany AcostaJanuary 11, 2022

Phoenix’s food scene has been growing rapidly but family-owned food purveyors on the west side have been slinging solid meals for decades. Check out these three hidden gems next time you’re in the West Valley. Start Your Day Off at TJ’s Homestyle Restaurant Looking for a classic, comforting morning meal? This family-owned rustic restaurant has an old diner feel, complete with farm animal figurines, ’50s advertisements and traditional American comfort food. The Farmers Breakfast features...

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkTake a Sweet Trip Around the Valley at These Three Bakeries

Tiffany AcostaJanuary 10, 2022

The holidays are over, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop eating delicious desserts. Going into the new year with a sweet tooth? Check out these three places for treats around the Valley. Dough-Not Miss Out on Express Donuts This local donut shop serves the classics: glazed, Boston cream and apple fritters but also switches things up with Asian-inspired drinks like a Thai iced tea smoothie. As you enter the donut shop you will...

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The PHiXFashion: Solstice Intimates

Tiffany AcostaSeptember 17, 2021

Fashion designer Natalie Maddon had no idea her homemade bra would lead to a lifestyle brand. “It started as a creative outlet that I could do after work,” she says of her DIY lingerie. “Something to do for fun with my mom and my husband.” In 2016, her fashion photographer husband, Joey, posted a picture of Maddon posing with the handmade bra, and Solstice Intimates was born. The line allows people to feel confident and...

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The PHiX3 New Places to Visit in Oceanside This September

Tiffany AcostaSeptember 15, 2021

Need a relaxing beach getaway? Take a road trip to Oceanside and explore the Pacific Coast getaway with these three new local spots. Mission Pacific Book a stay at the brand-new Mission Pacific hotel overlooking the Oceanside Pier. The self-styled “sanctuary on the beach” evokes California coastal living with activities such as surfing, biking and more. It also boasts local art curated by the Oceanside Museum of Art. missionpacifichotel.com Badlands Vintage Browse one-of-a-kind finds at...

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkGet Elevated at This Intimate Culinary Experience

Tiffany AcostaAugust 20, 2021

As recently as a few years ago, people regarded marijuana as a dangerous “gateway drug.” Today, the stigma has subsided and it is being recognized for its healing properties, and even being implemented in chef-driven, multi-course meals. “Elevations” is an educational culinary experience dreamed up by chefs Derek Upton and Jordan Savell. The intimate cannabis-infused dining experience allows guests to microdose, or ingest small doses at a time, and control their portions. “Cannabis-infused foods are...

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Desert Digest Food & Drink4 Tasty Reasons to Travel to West Phoenix

Tiffany AcostaAugust 17, 2021

Phoenix is known for its vast foodie scene, ranging from a slew of Asian eateries in the East Valley to a cluster of coffee shops Downtown. The Westside of Phoenix is known for its mouth-watering Mexican delights, ranging from street tacos on handmade tortillas to authentic antojitos (Spanish for “snacks”). Check out these four family-owned hot spots in the West Valley. Photo by Tiffany Acosta Get Hot Tamales at Tamales Guadalajara Start your...

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkTucson Day Trip: 3 Unique Spots to Explore

Tiffany AcostaAugust 16, 2021

Tucson is part of the UNESCO gastronomy list, so it only makes sense to explore the city via food. Not only does Tucson boast a formidable culinary culture, but it also offers a unique historical heritage. Check out these must-try restaurants. ¡Vamos a El Charro! Take a stroll down memory lane at this century-old café. Home of the original chimichanga, El Charro provides an array of authentic Mexican food. It’s also Arizona’s oldest Mexican restaurant...

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The PHiXStaycation Spotlight: Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown

Tiffany AcostaAugust 9, 2021

Summer is in full swing, but if you haven’t booked your staycation yet, don’t worry – Valley resorts and hotels are generally amenable to last-minute reservations. One we neglected to mention in our May/June staycation guide: Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown. The year-old hotel was inspired by a “desert oasis” and boasts work by local artists as well as ALIBI, a rooftop bar specializing in global street food. “Bringing our vision to life has been...

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Desert Digest Food & Drink3 More Tasty Reasons to Visit Tucson

Tiffany AcostaJune 30, 2021

Ni Hao Tea | Photo by Tiffany Acosta There are many reasons why you should travel south to Tucson – we outlined many of them in our Southwest Escapes feature last month. But taking a tour of the city’s burgeoning foodie scene is at the top. Check out these three must-try local restaurants. Grab a Slice at Caffé Torino When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie… you go to Caffé...

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Desert Digest Food & Drink3 Tasty Reasons to Take a Trip to Tucson

Tiffany AcostaJune 23, 2021

El Berraco | Photo by Tiffany Acosta Taking a trip down to Tucson? Take a tour of the city’s flourishing foodie scene while you’re in town. After all, UNESCO designated The Old Pueblo as a distinguished City of Gastronomy in 2016. Grab a Cuppa at Cup Café Ready to get out there and embrace the world again? Start with brunch or dinner at Cup Café, located in the century-old Hotel Congress. Helmed by executive...

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