• New Luxury Hotel in Scottsdale: Caesars Republic Scottsdale

    March 14, 2024

    Scottsdale’s newest luxury resort is now open– Caesars Republic Scottsdale! I had the chance to check out the glamorous grand opening event for Caesars Entertainment’s first non-gaming hotel in the United States. It was quite a spectacular experience, from fire dancing to a drone show. But my most favorite aspect was the food from Giada…

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  • Best of 2023: The Best Desserts in Tucson

    January 5, 2024

    Normally, I combine Tucson with my overall 2023 year, but this year, I felt my hometown needed its own designated category for the Best Desserts in Tucson. From this list, you will find everything from fine dining to hole-in-the-wall establishments. You can also expect to see a variety of cuisines that range from contemporary, Italian,…

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  • The Best of 2022: Tasting Menus

    January 9, 2023

    Tasting menus have become one of my favorite things to experience in recent years because it grants you the opportunity to partake in a culinary journey that exhibits the talent and artistry of the chef and their team. Across the several excellent tasting menus I experienced this year, both Michelin and non-Michelin, I created a…

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  • 3 Places to Unwind for Happy Hour in Tucson, AZ

    August 29, 2022

    Sometimes after a long day of work, it’s nice to unwind for happy hour with friends. I always enjoy this more casual setting since it allows me to take advantage of great prices at some of my favorite restaurants. This summer, I found myself enjoying happy hour at these three restaurants in Tucson, AZ: Maynards…

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  • UNITED Summer Ale, Ten55 Brewing Company

    UNITED Summer Ale Commemorates United Way’s Centennial, in Tucson, AZ

    May 20, 2022

    United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona announced a special beer brewed by Ten55 Brewing Company to commemorate the nonprofit’s 100th anniversary! On top of creating the tailored-brewed UNITED Summer Ale, Ten55 Brewing Company is donating a portion of the beer’s proceeds back to the nonprofit. The UNITED Summer Ale is a light, crisp and…

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  • Sonoran Summer Menu at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort

    Sonoran Summer Menu at Loews Ventana Canyon

    July 18, 2021

    Through the end of August, experience the Sonoran Summer menu at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort’s Flying V Bar & Grill. The three-course dinner highlights the indigenous ingredients in the Sonoran Desert, specifically mesquite and prickly pear. The mesquite pods and prickly pear fruit are harvested on-site, which is why the two were selected as the…

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  • Tucson Valentine's Day

    Valentine’s Day 2021: Tucson Restaurants

    February 11, 2021

    Tucson is celebrating Valentine’s Day with special menus all over town! Below are restaurants that I confirmed that still have openings this weekend. Most of the restaurants also offer take out options. To help you decide, I included the pricing and prix fixe menu details. There are a few other restaurants that I love, but…

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  • Where to Eat in Tempe Alter Ego Canopy Hotel

    Where to Eat in Tempe: A Foodie’s Guide to Tempe, AZ

    January 22, 2021

    Over the last few years, I have dived into the culinary scene in Tempe, AZ. After discovering and experiencing several restaurants, I made up my mind on the best foodie spots. This is the ultimate foodie’s guide on where to eat in Tempe– whether you’re looking for the top brunch, dessert, lunch, dinner, romantic or…

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