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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UNITED Summer Ale Commemorates United Way’s Centennial, in Tucson, AZ
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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Snow Day Tips for Mount Lemmon, AZ
Any Tucsonan will tell you that the biggest highlight of the winter season is when a snow storm hits Mount Lemmon! Snow days are not to be missed, so plan a day trip this weekend. 8 Tips for a Successful Snow Day at Mount Lemmon Included in this post are my eight tips for a…
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Tucson Gift Guide
We can all agree that now is as important as ever to support our local businesses! I believe change begins in our community, so I asked my Instagram friends (you!) what their favorite businesses are and compiled a Tucson gift guide for the holidays. Mixed in with this list are some of my personal favorites.…
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Tito & Pep Surprises Tucson with a Weekly Menu
I recently found myself pulling up to a brick building decorated with mid-century modern art in the heart of midtown Tucson. One would easily identify the art’s bright teal and burnt orange as Tito & Pep’s iconic colors. The restaurant’s mesquite-fired cuisine focuses on flavors from Tucson and the Southwest. John Martinez, owner and chef,…
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Charrovida Reopens with Plant Plus+ Menu
Charrovida reopened with a Plant Plus+ refreshed menu and lower prices. After a two-month closure, guests can now join the restaurant for limited dine-in and patio seating, take-out or curbside pick-up. Prior to COVID, Charrovida was a spot I regularly visited because of its menu and location at the Casas Adobes Plaza. When I lived…
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Celebratory Picnic!
Last weekend, Alex and I finally finished our backyard so we decided to have a celebratory picnic on our new turf! I will share more backyard details later, but as a brief summary we’re happy it’s complete. We researched several landscapers in town and found someone who fit our budget and could start immediately. Even…