In search of some authentic Italian sausage worthy enough to play a supporting role as a side dish to our Christmas Eve dinner of eggplant parmesan, we decided to pay a visit to Phoenix institution, Schreiner’s Fine Sausages. Schreiner’s offers over sixty types of sausage, including Italian, Polish and German,…
What better way to spend a lazy Saturday afternoon than wandering the parking lot across from Tempe’s IKEA, sampling barbecued meats and drinking beer? This past weekend, 33 teams from across the nation turned out for Que & Brew, an official Triple Crown Event BBQ State Championship. The competition was…
There it was – the December issue of Martha Stewart Living, calling us with its siren song. It was beaming from the newsstand, positively lit up in glossy holiday glory with not one, not two, but three covers! There it was, piquing a gnawing little insecurity. We’ve been writing these…
Blog name: www.goodgreasyeats.com Who writes it: The blog is powered by several people throughout the country, including residents in Pittsburgh and Phoenix. The blog’s written by average Joes, including a film school drop-out, a cookbook writer, a business student, a zookeeper and a doctor. They all give their takes on food in places…
”West of Western Culinary Festival? Don’t you mean Best of Western?” We can’t tell you how many times we heard the local culinary crowd gripe about the name of one of Phoenix’s largest and best known foodie events. It really was a mouthful. Take a bite out…
There are several factors when creating holiday cocktails at Roaring Fork, including color and flavor. The Pistachio Martini will match your Christmas sweater perfectly with its green tint and red paprika sprinkled on top, and the warm, nutty flavor evokes feelings of sitting by the fireplace waiting for Santa. “There’s…
In the beginning, there was Red Bull, and it was said that Red Bull “gives you wings.” At its stateside genesis in 1997, the little silver can that could stood alone on the frontier of a new market, soon-to-be-borne of the “energy drink” craze. Now energy drinks have gone forth…
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: Soup’s On!: Pho from Khai Hoan Fresh Baked Gifts:…
For novice cooks like ourselves, it’s hard to imagine the intricate process of crafting a beautiful Italian meal like the ones north Scottsdale’s Sassi has to offer. This Sunday, December 6, though, executive chef Peter DeRuvo lets us normal folk in on his cooking secrets as he leads a demonstration and tasting…
It’s hard to imagine a nation without alcohol today, but back in the early 20th century, Prohibition banned spirits until Repeal Day in 1933. In honor of the 76th anniversary of Repeal Day, raise a glass this weekend as Metro Brasserie and Bar offers signature cocktails for only $0.76 when you…
A few weeks ago, we interviewed Guy Fieri of Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives about his upcoming Road Show at Mesa Arts Center on Friday, December 18. We also speculated about why Guy had chosen Flagstaff chef John Conley to participate in the show, rather than a Phoenix chef. Though Conley’s the only…
Relax.Decorated Chef Eddie Matney isn’t leaving the valley for greener pastures. But apparently he is trying on a new role — as a poet. We received this quirky little verse today advertising the December specials at Eddie’s House, 7042 E. Indian School Rd. in Scottsdale, and thought we’d pass along the holiday cheer. ‘Twas the first…
It’s been two months and change since the adventurous Crudo Cafe opened inside Scottsdale’s Steven Paul Salon at 7035 E. 3rd Ave. in Old Town Scottsdale. The tiny eatery has been serving breakfast and lunch, and now chefs Cullen Campbell of the now defunct Fine’s Cellar and Brandon Crouser, formerly of Atlas…
This list has two functions. The first is to let potential tourists in on what it means to be a Phoenician; food-wise. Now, this is not the millionth generic list that will tell you to go to Pizzeria Bianco, Matt’s Big Breakfast or Lux. Yawnsville! Nope, this list will tell…
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Chaz Anderson is deeply involved with preparing a Red Brazilian behind the bar at Scottsdale’s Olive & Ivy, muddling and mashing raspberries and fresh lime slices into a fragrant mix. Meanwhile, a 40-something Scottsdale socialite watches on while enjoying a repose at the Canal district imbibery after a whirlwind shopping…
1 750 ml bottle of good, unflavored vodka10 lemons2 1//5 cups water2 cups sugar…
Just one day before this weekend’s First Friday celebration, Welcome Diner was hit and partially destroyed by a car and truck that rocketed toward the local eatery after colliding with each other at the corner of 10th Street and Roosevelt in downtown Phoenix…
Truth be told, we don’t spend a lot of time hobnobbin’ it at resort restaurants. We’re more of the beer-drinkin’, hole-in-the-wall eatery types. But after reading this week’s cafe column, that may have to change. Food Critic Michele Laudig on Frankd & Albert’s at Arizona Biltmore: People are already talking…
We always love a good protest, and who could argue with saving the lives of cute little ducks?Not the members of the local “End Foie Gras Campaign,” which will be taking a stand at the Westin Kierland Resort tomorrow, December 4 at 11 a.m. The Resort serves duck and foie…
Local purveyors of all things adorable are huddling together Friday for the 3rd Annual Indie Crafeteria. The event touts 30 local artists and live music, but here at Chow Bella we can’t keep our eyes off Smeeks’ Sweets Alley.The “alley” will feature tasty cakes and such from Sweet Pea Bakery,…
Then again, if you had his job of tending bar and pouring drinks for the booful babes, captain of industry, and other top-shelf clientele who frequent Scottsdale’s snazzy Olive & Ivy on a regular basis, it probably wouldn’t be much of a challenge clocking in for your shift. The 27-year-old…
