“Hello, thanks for calling Domino’s.” “Oh hey, can I get your spinach and feta pizza?” “Sure.” “Without onions.” “Sure, uh, wait, what was that?” “I said no onions.” “Sorry, no.” “Excuse me?” “No.” “No? I DON’T WANT ONIONS! I HATE ONIONS! WHY CAN’T I TAKE ONIONS OFF MY PIZZA? WHAT’S…
Just keep in mind that the rice will lose some moisture when it’s grilled. Make sure that you fill the husk with moist rice – and a little cheese wouldn’t hurt.
Oh my, this is exciting. Jeff Kraus, the man behind ++Experience++ and the currently-defunct Truckin’ Good Food truck (named one of the nation’s “Top 10 Most Influential Food Trucks” by the Huffington Post) tells me, after months of searching, he’s found a home for his new concept — in Tempe…
I love me some coffee! I love me some iced coffee. What I don’t love is paying a ton of money for it, and if I do, it better be damn good. Now, there are many places where you can find a decent iced coffee in Central Phoenix, but that’s…
Say the word “cheeseburger” and most meat-eating Americans drool at the thought of a juicy, seasoned beef patty blanketed in melted cheese, accompanied by any number of condiments, and resting on a dreamy bun. Say the words “cold beer,” and, well, now we’re really talking. The effect of these words…
It appears the tentacles of restaurateur Sam Fox are reaching out to expand his empire once again — this time in Vegas, baby. The 2012 James Beard Foundation semi-finalist for Outstanding Restaurateur has announced that Culinary Dropout, his trendy gastropub in Scottsdale, will open a location inside the Hard Rock…
This week in Chef Chat we’ve been chatting with Los Sombreros Chef and Owner Azucena Tovar. Tovar travels to Mexico multiple times a year to keep her finger on the pulse of the vibrant culinary scene in and around her hometown of Miguel Allende, Mexico. Using inspiration from her travels,…
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…
Do you guys know how hard it is to find a vegan cupcake on the fly in this town? And I’m not talking about special ordering a dozen or waiting till the second Saturday of the fourth month or going to Sprinkles — I’m talking about purchasing one cupcake of…
Patrick Duncan, owner of Duncan’s Trading Co has announced the spring “Farmer in the House” dinner line-up. The dinners (which often sell out) feature one-night menus created by some of the best chefs in town showcasing exotic produce from Duncan’s and will be paired with wine from a specially selected…
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…
Yesterday we began our talk with chef and owner of Los Sombreros in Scottsdale Azucena Tovar. An avid traveler who returns to her home country several times a year, Tovar strives to ensure her menu accurately reflects the ever-changing face of Mexican cuisine. Tovar, who grew up in central Mexico,…
Arizona will have to go without Khmer cuisine for a month. Sekong by Night, the only Cambodian restaurant in the state, has closed for April. Chef Lakhana In, who opened the restaurant just over a year ago with her son, Yutheana In, is traveling back to the mother country for…
Corianne Sizemore launched her vegan-friendly bakery business in 2010, but without a retail storefront, those in search of Sizemore’s “scrumptious vegan delights” — like organic, non-egg, and dairy-free vegan cupcakes, cookies, muffins, pies, and “uncheesecakes” — had to seek them out every second and fourth Saturday at the Downtown Public…
Joey’s of Chicago, the local chain of Chicago-style hot dogs and sandwiches whose stores are adorned with all things Windy City, has shuttered its Arcadia location at 4280 East Indian School Road. Citing poor parking and high rent in its strip mall location, the Arcadia Joey’s closed earlier this year…
Looks like the state of New Jersey, birthplace of Bon Jovi, the light bulb, and home of the world’s largest spoon collection, is in need of some (more) burgers and shakes — stat. And who better to continue to fill the densest system of highways in the United States with…
Lately, in this In Season/Meatless Monday series, we’re taking a look at what I take home from Crooked Sky Farms each week and see what I’ve done with my CSA share, or part share. This week I’m using swiss chard and spring garlic. This recipe is all about my 4-year-old…
For those who can’t get enough of the urban-cool vibe at Crescent Ballroom, downtown’s mid-size live music venue that opened last October in the revamped 1917-era building formerly occupied by Bentley’s Nightclub, the venue is now open for lunch — at least its kitchen is anyway. Once open for dinner…
Looks like the increase in restaurant options in Downtown Phoenix was putting the hurt on Sens Asian Tapas after all. In February, Owner and Chef Johnny Chu, whose former restaurants included Lucky Dragon in Tempe and Fate in downtown’s Roosevelt Row district, told me that Sens, his chic Asian small-plate…
Call her a chef if you want. Heck, she probably wouldn’t flinch if you called her whatever you like. But if you ask Los Sombreros owner Azucena Tovar what she’d call herself, she would likely say one of three things: a business woman, a restaurateur, or “a sommelier of food.”…
Super cute Easter animals are more than just super cute — they can be pretty freakin’ delicious. This Easter, skip the ho-hum ham, save the turkey for Thanksgiving, and let’s eat some super cute baby animals. Here’s our little guide to feasting on completely cute meats. Enjoy! Cute Animal: Veal…
This post has been updated since it was originally published. Fire and taxes seem to have tragically closed a long time Phoenix staple, but maybe that can be offset with good beer food and an exotic Afghani-Pakistani restaurant. March Openings:…
