See Also: AndyTalk: Four Riffs on Caprese Salad AndyTalk: Not All Bananas Are Created Equal . . . Take the Plantain French toast is not just bread, eggs, and milk. French toast is technically custard, at least when done right. When done wrong, it’s soggy bread and scrambled eggs or,…
It’s been about a year and a half since Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill announced it would build its newest Valley location on the southwest corner of 16th Street and Bethany Home Road. See also: – Chef Justin Beckett Opening Restaurant in Old Beef Eaters Building – “Arizona’s Hottest New Patio” Opens…
Looking for your next favorite spot of quick-service Mexican food in Mesa? Taquitos Jalisco might just be a place to pull over. See also: – A Formidable Cuban Sandwich and More on Phoenix’s West Side – Lamp’s Wood-Fired Pizzas Shine in North Scottsdale The small eatery has been quietly serving…
The fourth annual Caramelpalooza is now but a memory. It was a grand time, with more sticky sweets on display than you can imagine. My time at the event was different from most, as I was invited to judge the competition. As the contestants were arriving and setting up their…
If you’ve lived in the Valley long enough, you know your next great Mexican meal could come from just about anywhere. From numerous stands and food trucks dotting the city’s streets to hot-food counters inside supermercados to the countless fast-casual joints and restaurants in neighborhoods everywhere, the journey of finding…
On the quest for a light and healthy lunch, there are many hurdles to overcome — the convenience of fast food, the breakroom doughnut box, and even the fatty richness of artisanal local joints. One of our go-to lunches is the soup and salad combo, which gives the energy you…
The season for food trucks is going to come to an end pretty soon here. Sad, but true. So before the sun drives us all inside for several months, why not indulge not only in some great outdoor dining from street-food vendors, but also in a day-long celebration of music…
Welcome to Chow Bella’s Bites & Dishes, where Valley chefs and restaurateurs respond to a question New Times food critic Laura Hahnefeld has on her mind. Have a question you’d like to ask? E-mail laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com. Many of us enjoy the fruits of a chef’s labor, but when it comes to…
If you’ve never been to Bisbee, it’s time to plan a little road trip. Located 82 miles southeast of Tucson, this tiny old town of about 5,500 has quite a lot to offer. Its picturesque qualities alone are worth the four-hour drive from Phoenix. See Also: Three Ways to Wrap…
The last time we dabbled in downtown Phoenix food tours, it didn’t go so well. Since then, the number of locally owned restaurants lining the streets of downtown has increased. We’re crossing our fingers that the coordinators of the newest walking tour will really know how to share some of…
For travelers, getting decent eats at the airport has come a long way since candy bars and cheeseburgers were choked down with some duty-free Jack Daniel’s. See also: – Two Scottsdale Restaurants Make OpenTable’s List of Top 100 Hot Spots – Chou’s Kitchen in Chandler Makes Travel + Leisure’s List…
The Valley’s Julia Baker, founder, executive chef, and CEO of Julia Baker Confections, is no stranger to television. The Le Cordon Bleu grad and Paris-trained chef has made appearances on ABC’s The Chew, the Oprah Winfrey Network’s The Gayle King Show, and recently the dessert edition of the Cooking Channel’s…
Mention the words ‘Mexican food’ and the descriptors ‘rustic’ and ‘peasant food’ as well as ‘burrito’ and ‘killer tacos’ may come to most minds. This narrow and pastoral view of Mexican cuisine — held not only by the average Joe, but by food writers and chefs alike — is my…
Michael O’Dowd, the chef responsible for turning Kai into a culinary destination with national recognition, is setting his sights on another challenge: starting his own business. See also: – Short Leash Hot Dogs to Open Permanent Location in Downtown Phoenix – “Arizona’s Hottest New Patio” Opens in Tempe O’Dowd, who’s…
When a new spot opens in town, we can’t wait to check it out — and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that…
Twenty chefs, hundreds of people, and thousands of caramels — Smeeks and Chow Bella’s Caramelpalooza 2013, held Friday night at Biltmore Fashion Park, was (if we say so ourselves) the biggest and best yet. Stay tuned this week for a complete caramel play-by-play by judge JK Grence, who writes Chow…
In Arizona, we want things done a certain way. We like our hot dogs Sonoran, our margaritas prickly peared, and our mac and cheese chock-full of green chiles. A classic dish of Americana delivered with a Southwestern spin is the comfort dish of many locals. So whose kitchen should you…
Short Leash Hot Dogs, the venerated food truck featuring gourmet hot dogs wrapped in a warm naan “bun,” soon will have a permanent dog house — so to speak. See also: – Short Leash Hot Dogs’ Recipe in Eat St. Cookbook Out This Week – Six Phoenix Food Trucks, Rated…
Hold on to your apron strings, folks. The Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame has announced its 2013 winners. See also: – Top 5 Favorite Events at the 2013 Scottsdale Culinary Festival – Crudo Chef Cullen Campbell Invited to Cook at the James Beard House Presented by the Scottsdale Culinary Festival…
Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? Be sure to start the night off with a big dose of sugar, in the form of the fourth annual Caramelpalooza, tonight (Friday) at 7 at Biltmore Fashion Park. And after that, we’ve still got you covered. Check out what’s…
“Sure, come over. See you in 90 minutes.” That’s how it begins. Then you make the bed, and since it’s nearly dinnertime, you look for something (anything) to serve the friends you just invited to stop by. See Also: AndyTalk: The Simple Pleasure of Chocolate Bruschetta AndyTalkL 3 Springtime Pizza…
Heads up, outdoor lounge-y types; “Arizona’s Hottest New Patio” opens in Tempe today. See also: – Bink’s Midtown Is a Must (Especially When It Comes to Veggies) – New Restaurant Opens at Chase Field: Think Barbecue, Sandwiches Wrapped in Tape Measures, and the “Hottest Wings in Baseball” Featuring seating for…
