To welcome the Year of the Tiger, how about making your own fortune cookies? It’s easier than it looks, and you might just find it fun.Mainly because — think about it — you get to write your own fortunes! Oh, the possibilities — will you be charming or practical or…
In the beginning, there were tattoos. Then came the clothes (shudder). Now Ed Hardy’s got a whole line of beverages including wine, sparkling wine, sangria, beer, vodka, tequila, energy drinks and spring water. The results of such a line could be horrific; just imagine the cast of Jersey Shore pimping…
This past Saturday, The Farm at South Mountain was packed with locals eager to learn about, and taste, delicious ripe tomatoes at Slow Food Phoenix’s Tomato Fest 2010. The name of the event sounded so similar to Spain’s famed “La Tomatina” festival in which gazillions of folks pummel each other with ripe tomatoes that…
A lot of local restaurants have really stepped up to help out with the Haiti earthquake relief effort, but Sens Asian Tapas & Sake Bar is going all the way. Chef-owner Johnny Chu says that 100 percent of food proceeds from his charity event next Tuesday, February 23, will be donated to…
In the end, we get what’s coming to us. Let’s hope it’s sweet. Now that the roses have wilted, the candy’s been picked over, and the smoochies exchanged, America has turned its attention from hot romance to ice cold snow with the start of the Winter Olympic Games. And what…
Looking for the latest in tasty television? Need to know the need-to-watch episodes of your favorite foodie shows? Chow Bella is here to help with reviews of the delectable and dreadful along with a handy, must-see schedule so you won’t miss a thing. Wow, men sure have it tough with…
In a street-front strip mall on 16th street just south of Thomas Road sits the unassuming Barrio Cafe, a place known for its tasty authentic Mexican cuisine and the slogan, “Conserve water — drink Tequila.” But one of the best drinks on the cafe’s menu is their sole coffee, Cafe…
An early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives. Cheese has a new use — at least for winter Olympian Lindsey Vann. She has been using Topfan, an Austrian cheese to reduce the inflammation in her leg. Check out the full story at CNN. Its not surprising…
Kathy “Meetup” collects things in sixes: Chinese serving spoons, typewriter-key wine charms, aqua dessert bowls. As a natural hostess, she gathers these often-unrelated, yet always-entertaining details with a certain sort of dinner party in mind. She created Table for Six a year ago in order to share food and conversation…
News flash: Valentine’s Day is in less than 48 hours. If you don’t have plans now, you will be tempted to take dangerous paths towards Valentine’s Day merriment. Luckily for you, we have experienced all of the possible pitfalls and can help you avoid them. Whatever you do this Valentine’s…
Another week has come and gone leaving us to ponder the upcoming events that will shape our lives and, more importantly, our dinners out. But before we move on, let’s have one last look at the blog posts from this week: Just Desserts: Last Stop on the Valley’s Best Valentine’s…
He just signed the lease today. After about three and a half months of negotiations with the City of Phoenix and the city’s Historical Preservation Office, chef Nobuo Fukuda is officially planning to open a new restaurant, Nobuo at Teeter House, this June or July. The location, across from Pizzeria…
Just got a hold of the menu for Urban 7, the new Scottsdale restaurant that I blogged about yesterday. Some readers wanted to know what exactly the “urban” dining experience will entail, and frankly, so did I. Read the whole thing after the jump:…
Molecular gastronomy (not the after-effect of eating too many black bean, spicy sausage and cheese nachos) is a scientific discipline that studies the physical and chemical processes that occur while cooking. In this seven-part series, we’re using our love of food and Carl Sagan to create molecular masterpieces of deliciousness…
Is Tracy Dempsey the Valley’s most highly multitasking pastry chef? Seems like the busy gal is all over the place — last year, she consulted on local ice cream brand Udder Delights’ new flavors, and created a one-of-a-kind dessert for our Best of Phoenix issue. This year — so far…
I sometimes wake up around 2 or 3 in the morning, stressing out and wishing I could just fall back to sleep. But today, I opened my eyes at 6:15, squinting in the dark to see the clock, and happy to realize I could just get up and make an…
With all the bogus adds for “sexual stimulants” and “potency enhancers” that pop up on the Internet, it’s hard to believe anyone’s claim that something you ingest can boost your libido or improve your romantic encounters. The verdict is still out on whether aphrodisiacs work, but some people swear by them. The new Happy High Herbs…
Looking for the latest in tasty television? Need to know the need-to-watch episodes of your favorite foodie shows? Chow Bella is here to help. We’re reviewing the most delectable and dreadful with a handy, must-see schedule so you won’t miss a thing. How exciting! A box from your sweetie has…
An early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives. The 20th Annual Phoenix Chinese Culture and Cuisine Festival is taking place this weekend at the Chinese Cultural Center located at 668 N. 44th Street in Phoenix. Festivities to include Dragon Dances, Martial Arts demonstrations, a Koi Exhibit…
You undoubtedly wept as Lisa G’s went away to be replaced with who knows what. The answer: The Main Ingredient Ale House. Need a coney? You’ve got it. Thirsty for a craft beer? Big check on that one too. Food Critic Michele Laudig on The Main Ingredient: After visiting The…
I love sinking my teeth into perfectly ripe avocado. A single fruit, sliced up, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkled with sea salt, is one of my favorite lazy-girl snacks when I’m craving something luscious but too beat to actually cook. (I also do the same thing with…
Meeting like-minded foodies/winos/beer-a-philes is a little easier these days. While Meetup.com has been around for a while, it often mistaken as a schmoozy dating site. Fortunately, it’s a little bit different. And whatever you’re into, there’s likely something for you. Within 25 miles of downtown Phoenix, there are more than 1500…
