Supporting local creatives in the culinary business is more important than ever during the slow and scorching summer season. Reserve your spots at these special dinners now. Sunday Dinner Seafood Remix at Carcara in Phoenix Head Downtown on Sunday, June 7, for a culinary showdown with a coastal twist. Three chefs will go head-to-head as Exceptional Vibe’s Sunday Dinner Series makes its way to Carcara at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. The theme is Seafood...
Supporting local culinary innovators is critically important during the Valley’s long, scorching, revenue-depleted summer season. These one-off events and special dining series are the perfect way to show your support – and get a singular meal in the bargain.
An instant smash-hit when it opened under The Americano in North Scottsdale in 2024, the subterranean speakeasy is known for its Art Deco-inspired décor, sultry live music and joyously sensual riffs on 20s-era classic cocktails.
After April’s dearth of new restaurant openings, May brings more than 20 new local eateries, featuring everything from upscale Asian to tacos to Indian pizza. May also marked the closing of six restaurants, including one that had been a Valley mainstay for 34 years. OPENING 212° Shabu Shabu From the folks at Three Thirty Three, an elevated dining experience showcasing shabu shabu, a design-your-own combo of broth, meats, seafood, vegetables and noodles cooked...
2025 Brewery of the Year announces expansion plan with second location coming late 2026.
Ask Andrew Robertson about the nuances of brewing coffee and he will gladly guide you toward a better cup of joe. As the coffee director of PRESS Coffee, Robertson has a wealth of knowledge and expertise and enjoys sharing his tips and tricks with customers. With sweltering summer days nipping at our sandals, we thought this might be a good time to learn the art of making cold brew coffee. Robertson also teaches specialty coffee...
New Tempe taproom expected to open in August, Gilbert location in the works.
Trained by Caldwell owner Travis Taylor, Hatch hopes to pay it forward by mentoring new employees. We recently caught up with Hatch between pulling and wrapping briskets.
A monthly look at Arizona wine with Valley dining impresario Pavle Milic.
April was a slow month for new restaurant openings in the Valley, but unfortunately, a big month for dining closures. Heading into summer, this is a gentle reminder to patronize your favorite local restaurants and watering holes whenever possible. They will be very happy to see you. Openings Arizona Pizza Co. This Tucson-based pizzeria with several West Phoenix locations now has an outpost in Tempe. Look for pizza, wings, subs and salads in...
Spring Arizona Restaurant Week is back for another run – Friday, May 15-Sunday, May 24 – giving diners an opportunity to discover new restaurants and different cuisines at reasonable price points. During the 10-day event, participating restaurants offer special three-course menus priced at $33, $44 or $55 per person (tax and gratuity not included). This year’s crop of estaurants includes Roaring Fork, The Italiano, The Mick Brasserie, LON’S at The Hermosa Inn, Pasta Brioni, Phoenix...
For Arizonans looking to add a new furry friend to their home, restaurant patios around the state will soon bark with adoptable pets for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. Each event invites guests to mingle with adoptable pets, support local rescue groups and spend quality time with four-legged friends. The events will take place on Thursday, April 30, at locally owned POV Foods restaurants. “At the end of the day, we just want it...
Two Valley food-industry heavyweights are joining forces to bring artisanal pizza, Italian cocktails and curated market goods to the former Santo Arcadia space on 44th Street and Osborn Road this fall.
Along with unexpected 100-degree days, March also delivered more than two dozen local or new-to-Arizona restaurants, along with several notable closures. There’s something for everybody, from frozen yogurt and tacos to dumplings and high-end Italian fare. OPENINGS 16 Handles This New York-based frozen yogurt shop has opened its first Arizona location with fun flavors, including salted butter, black matcha, cotton candy and Dubai chocolate, with plenty of gluten-free, fat-free, dairy-free and vegan options....
When steak is the main attraction, side dishes sometimes pale in comparison. The chefs at Mastro’s offer a remedy: luxurious lobster mashed potatoes. Bathed in butter and topped with sweet hunks of lobster, these decadent spuds will elevate your dinner to a new level. Mastro’s City Hall executive chef Richard Rodriguez has a few tips for the home cook tackling this recipe. If you’re going to use fresh lobster, Rodriguez advises purchasing from a reputable...
