2017-08-15 14:00
Get some ‘mugs’ together and celebrate National Rum Day at Hula’s Modern Tiki with frosty $5 tropical cocktails and half-off all rum flights. Offered al… Read More
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2017-08-14 14:00
It’s no secret Ninkasi Brewing Company has a hop love affair. This continues to be evident in its newest Special Release Series beer—First Rule IPA. Originally released… Read More
2017-08-13 18:56
When it comes to foods that’s go perfectly together, bacon and beer might be my favorite combination. On October 7th, the Scottsdale Bacon and Beer Classic is touching down in Scottsda… Read More
2017-08-12 19:06
Redd, a line of delicious vegan energy bars, launched in Arizona this month. Redd bars are carefully designed to provide sustained, positive energy. Packed with all-natural superfoods, prote… Read More
2017-08-08 01:17
In just one week from today, Twisted Grove Parlor + Bar will be opening up in the heart of the Biltmore area. For all that have loved the modern American lunch and dinner options at the Twis… Read More
2017-08-07 02:20
Soon some of our friends and family in other parts of the country will be posting about breaking out their jackets and sweaters while we still have two solid months of poolside weather. It m… Read More
2017-08-07 01:28
I’ve heard it said that “life happens, chocolate helps.” If this is true that what is there in life that a little chocolate ice cream cannot help? There have been a number… Read More
2017-08-05 22:17
I have had my fair share of ice cream sandwiches as well as churros, but until now I have not seen them morphed together. I’m here to tell you: It’s glorious!! These Cookies and… Read More
2017-08-05 21:11
Growing up, the idea of butter pecan ice cream really threw me off. I though, who wants to just eat butter? (I know, I didn’t really get it then.) I can’t remember exactly when I… Read More
2017-08-05 19:05
Growing up and spending time with my grandmother, I have so many wonderful memories of her. One thing everyone knew about her was that she loved peaches, any way and any how! When I was youn… Read More
2017-08-05 18:41
When it comes to things like ice cream, sometimes the best versions are the most simple. When you use the finest ingredients you can find the beauty and flavor speak for themselves. That is… Read More
2017-08-05 18:04
No dessert says summer quite like the cool, creamy bliss of home-made ice cream. From simple (and sublime) chocolate to fresh-from-the-orchard fruit flavors to a sophisticated twist on the i… Read More
2017-08-01 02:30
Tracy Dempsey Originals’ owners, Tracy and Chuck Dempsey, to open ODV Wines, specializing in small lot wines, from sparkling to dessert. Assuming that you’ve lived in the Valley… Read More
2017-07-31 19:43
TEXAZ Grill offers $5 gourmet root beer floats to celebrate National Root Beer Float Day on August 6th. When I was growing up in Illinois we didn’t do a lot of dining out and treats we… Read More
2017-07-31 00:09
Catch the last day of the Ginger Monkey 10 cent drink special and check out their new monsoon themed cocktails for August! A week or so ago I sat on my patio with my boys, listening to music… Read More
2017-07-26 01:56
“Unwind, Revive & Ignite” this August with a celebratory weekend at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, Aug. 11 – 13, 2017. Kick off Friday evening with Buti… Read More
2017-07-15 23:38
While we are in the full swing of summer, the places to find respite from heat become more and more scarce. One thing that can always be counted upon is that some of your favorite restaurant… Read More
2017-07-15 01:18
Italy’s Umbria region is reknowned for fantastic vinos, but there are just so many to explore, that picking one out is never an easy task. But… Read More
2017-07-15 00:30
Delight in the first-ever taste of Huss Brewing Co.‘s new flagship IPA thisSaturday, July 15 at 4 pm at the Huss Brewing Co. Taproom at Uptown P… Read More
2017-07-13 01:40
There is little in the world quite as comforting as a mountainous bowl of ooey, gooey mac & cheese. Though I don’t cook that often, I can make a pretty mean mac &&hell…Read More
2017-07-12 14:00
Every year as children head back to school, they are in need of clothing, shoes and supplies to start off the school year. Elly’s Brunch & Café will be collecting new athlet… Read More
2017-07-11 14:00
One of my favorite movies has a fun tie to the Valley by way of a fun new neighborhood hangout. A brand new bar, aptly titled The Bar, is proud to announce it has thrown… Read More
2017-07-10 14:00
I’ve shared my admiration for The Joy Bus a few times and it seems with each new update I get about the great work that Jennifer Caraway and her team are doing I fall more and more in… Read More
2017-07-06 03:18
I have always wanted to visit Palm Springs, having passed through numerous times. The vibe, the history and stories that its city borders hold have always intrigued me. I am in love with all… Read More
2017-07-04 14:00
Avocados are all the rage right now, smattered and smashed on toast, but there is so much more to be done with this glorious fruit. With elevated levels of monounsaturated fat and Vitamin E… Read More
2017-07-03 16:42
Put that champagne on ice, because it’s almost Bastille Week, and no one knows how to break out the bubbly, and the region’s best French fare, quite like Chef Christopher Gross… Read More
2017-07-02 15:27
Is there anything more synonymous with summer than fried chicken? It makes sense once you consider that July is National Fried Chicken Month. Well, if you want to get super technical, July 6… Read More
2017-07-02 02:02
July 1st marks the official start of Independents Week. The event is a weeklong celebration of local businesses that takes place from July 1st through July 9th. Not only does it highlight ou… Read More
2017-06-29 14:00
The scorching summer heat is upon us, which means it’s the ideal time of year to experience seasonal shakeups. Using some of the season’s finest produce, Okra Cookhouse & Coc… Read More
2017-06-29 02:30
August’s Ethiopian Fest in Tempe Celebrates Nation’s Cuisine, Customs, Culture and More Rich traditions hold the pure soul of Ethiopian culture and… Read More
2017-06-29 01:07
Someburros is primed to introduce another installment of its much cherished Mexican restaurant in Queen Creek later this summer, and the family-owned eatery is seeking to provide 40 new jobs… Read More
2017-06-28 01:54
This July, Valley Famous Dave’s locations will once again team up to help in a Back to School Supply Drive to benefit Southwest Human Development. People are encouraged to drop off new… Read More
2017-06-21 23:27
Blaze Pizza, the fast-casual artisanal pizza concept known for its chef-driven menu and casually hip restaurants, announced that it will open its sixth Arizona location, in Glendale, on… Read More
2017-06-21 00:31
Top Chef Favorite Richard Blais Debuts Starving for Attention on PodcastOne I am an absolute and complete sucker for cooking shows. I think that it goes hand in hand with my fascination with… Read More
2017-06-20 14:45
If you’ve ever had occasion to sample the delicacies of Super Chunk, you’ll completely understand why so many have been on pins and needles awaiting the opening of New Wave Marke… Read More
2017-06-19 14:45
Most of the time we really don’t pay much attention to the details about where the grapes in our wine come from. The wine’s region of origin (Napa, Sonoma, Umbria, Bor… Read More
2017-06-15 15:17
It’s happened to all of us; you’re midway through the day and are already planning where to go for dinner. You’re, obviously, a conscious consumer and want to make sure tha… Read More
2017-06-11 20:01
Flagstaff’s quaint eatery, Cottage Place has been given a makeover and a new name. The re-invention, The Cottage, dazzled diners with its inaugural dinner service on April 23rd of this… Read More
2017-06-10 01:18
Italians like to say, “Barolo is the king of wine!” and this one puts that right up front. With its “five vineyards” label, Damilano’s prominent red Barol… Read More
2017-06-08 01:59
It’s about that time of year. You know, when you all but melt just walking to your car. When just stepping outside feels as though you’ve just hopped into your oven. Nekter Juice… Read More
2017-06-07 03:24
For the last 7 years, whenever anyone asked me where my favorite local restaurant was, I have given the same answer. Through all of the openings and closings that I have been around for, I&r&hell…Read More
2017-06-04 16:00
With school out, are you starting to think of getting out of town? We sure are! With San Diego only a short drive away, the 8th Annual San Diego OysterFest, taking place June 9th and 10th, i… Read More
2017-06-04 01:06
My childhood taught me a great deal about fathers; from the ones you’re born to and the ones that choose to be there. The man I call my father and I share no DNA, but he has been an im… Read More
2017-06-03 20:15
With Negroni Week taking place from June 5th through June 11th, our friends at Ocean Prime wanted to make sure that you have the perfect recipe to make the best negroni at home. The OP Negro… Read More
2017-06-03 19:36
With Negroni Week taking place from June 5th through June 11th, our friends at Ocean Prime wanted to make sure that you have the perfect recipe to make the best negroni at home. Ryan Valenti… Read More
2017-05-31 02:28
Gone are the days of gathering around dad to see his return when he opens his new tie…for the 5th year in a row. Today’s dad deserves a respite from the backyard grill. He… Read More
2017-05-30 03:15
Gone are the days of gathering around dad to see his reaction when he opens his new tie…for the 5th year in a row. Todays dad deserves a break from the backyard barbeque, he wants to… Read More
2017-05-30 01:22
While National Burger Month is almost over, there’s no need to say goodbye to one of the most American hand-held favorites. The James Beard Foundation’s Blended Burger Project vo… Read More
2017-05-29 17:00
I am a little late to the game on the whole National Burger month situation; I accept that. Typically, I am on top of things, but life gets in the way sometimes. The good news is that I have… Read More
2017-05-29 16:00
Did you know that over 30 million people watched game 7 of the NBA final series last year? The NBA finals tip off Thursday June 1st and NHL finals drop the puck on Monday May 29th. Alth… Read More
2017-05-28 16:00
Sonata’s Restaurant in Scottsdale, open only eight months, is ready to entice Valley diners with their first summer menu. Sonata’s summer menu will bring more variety to the… Read More
2017-05-27 19:15
One thing that continues to impress me about our culinary scene in the Valley is the sense of community. All the chefs I have met in my journey with PhoenixBites have always rallied around o… Read More
2017-05-26 02:25
Nipozzano recently released their 2013 vintage Chianti Rufina Riserva and it once again has all the hallmarks of consistency and subtle changes from year to year. And according to thei… Read More
2017-05-24 16:00
Summer, summer, summertime. Time to sit back and unwind. What better way to unwind than with a grown up Camp Social? School years are wrapping up and temperatures are rising; all things that… Read More
2017-05-24 00:44
The sad truth of my life is that I don’t travel near enough. It’s not for desire; I would love to Pack Up and Go on a whim… but two kids and a new full-time job make… Read More
2017-05-21 23:41
While Memorial Day often marks the official beginning of summer, it really is so much more. And yes, I will give you an array of 2017 Memorial Day dining deals in the Valley, but I think it… Read More
2017-05-19 14:45
HelloFresh, the world’s leading meal kit delivery brand on a mission to save home cooking, announces the launch of HelloFresh Wine, providing customers monthly wine subscriptions… Read More
2017-05-18 14:45
Grammy-Award winning artists Kings of Leon, James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef Jonathan Waxman, Vector Management’s Ken Levitan and Andy Mendelsohn, and C3 Presents are ple… Read More
2017-05-18 03:20
It’s not too often that a Portuguese white wine makes it to the seafood spread, but here’s one to savor. Grown in the northern part of Portugal (Moncao & Melgaco), the… Read More
2017-05-17 14:45
Glaring lights, traffic, towering buildings and unidentifiable smells–all the wonders and joys of metropolitan living that you’ll leave behind as you travel 60 miles north of the… Read More
2017-05-16 14:45
“One love, one heart…” So begins one of the most recognized songs in reggae history. Bob Marley’s famous refrain is a plea for universal compassion, and is an excell… Read More
2017-05-15 14:45
This summer everything will be coming up rosé with the latest expansion to Francis Ford Coppola Winery’s wildly successful Sofia label. The second sparkling wine in the winery&r&hell…Read More
2017-05-14 14:45
Cold Stone Creamery® announces a wondrous new Ice Cream flavor, Dark Chocolate Triple Berry, in honor of its partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures and the release of their action a… Read More
2017-05-13 14:45
There’s nothing better on a scorching summer day than a nice, tall glass of lemonade–except when it’s being served up by a pint-sized kidpreneur who’s helping th… Read More
2017-05-12 14:45
SaltRock Southwest Kitchen at Kimpton Amara Resort and Spa is bringing 15 new libations to the lineup with the introduction of the “Quintessential Spring” cocktail menu. “E… Read More
2017-05-12 04:31
It’s one of the country’s top taco shops, and Arcadia’s about to have its first taste. Tacos Tequila Whiskey, a tell-it-like-it-is former food truck-turned sit-down re… Read More
2017-05-10 14:45
Russell LaCasce, the new executive chef of Hotel Valley Ho, will debut a brand-new dinner menu at ZuZu on Tuesday, May 2. This is the first step in LaCasce’s revamp of the overall food… Read More
2017-05-10 01:56
Do you love everything about Shake Shack? If the answer is yes and heading out to one of the three Valley locations isn’t always an option, you will love this news! Sales for the new S… Read More
2017-05-09 00:02
Finding good values in Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon blends continues to be a wine buying challenge, especially if you are looking at all the options available from Bordeaux, France. As a… Read More
2017-05-04 03:07
With the increase in celiac disease and gluten sensitivities, restaurants are including options for all their diners. May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month, creating the perfect opportu… Read More
2017-05-03 14:45
There’s nothing like a hazy Hefeweizen on Kentucky Derby Day at Turf Paradise. Beer with crisp, citrus character will appeal to the elaborate hat-wearing denizens spending their a… Read More
2017-05-02 04:59
Ah, motherhood. From months of random aches and pains, wackadoodle cravings and trouble fastening your own shoes, it all starts out with nervousness and hoped for what is to come along with… Read More
2017-05-02 02:50
Ah, motherhood. From months of random aches and pains, wackadoodle cravings and trouble fastening your own shoes, it all starts out with nervousness and hopes for what is to come along with… Read More
2017-04-26 14:45
Three top executive chefs and two senior culinary executive members from Crescent Hotels & Resorts have been selected to host an exclusive dinner at the renowned James Beard Ho… Read More
2017-04-25 14:45
The 2nd Annual Verde Valley Wine Festival, presented by Four Eight Wineworks in collaborative alliance with the non-profit arts establishment, Made in Clarkdale, is Northern A… Read More
2017-04-25 01:28
The House Brasserie is currently celebrating five years in the heart of downtown Scottsdale. This local hotspot is esteemed for its contemporary American fare handcrafted by award-winning Ch… Read More
2017-04-24 14:45
Bite Magazine is excited to release the second edition of its popular Bite Box program featuring selections from Chef Stephen Jones of The Larder + The Delta and Desoto Central Mar… Read More
2017-04-24 02:07
In my house, no one needs to talk me into a tasty taco or chilled margarita, and living in Arizona makes it easy to get both whenever the mood strikes you. If you want a side of celebration… Read More
2017-04-23 18:18
The Phoenician, Arizona’s premier AAA Five Diamond resort destination, is cooking up a delectable summer with the Third Annual $40-$30-$20 Culinary Countdown Dining Series, May 5… Read More
2017-04-23 01:10
In a fitting beginning to Robin Akhurst’s full-time career with Swanson Vineyards, their 2013-2014 Merlots will surely be superior values. Robin’s expertise in creating int… Read More
2017-04-22 20:04
I recently learned about a new specialty service that I think that you are going to love. FoodyDirect is a special gourmet delivery service, which on the surface sounds simple enough, but it… Read More
2017-04-21 16:00
One Tequila, two Tequila, three Tequila, four! Try them all at the exclusive Elote Tequila Tasting Event at Elote Café. The Arizona restaurant is recognized for its pictures… Read More
2017-04-21 04:00
Cooking outside is a tradition in the Valley of the Sun. It’s all about the flavor with hearty meats and sauces. But grilling and smoking is time consuming – even uncomfortable i… Read More
2017-04-21 00:25
The Hermosa Inn, a AAA Four Diamond hotel nestled in the heart of Paradise Valley, offers plenty of options to unwind and dine at this boutique hideaway that recently completed the second ph… Read More
2017-04-19 14:45
Nationally recognized Arizona chef and restaurateur, Jeff Smedstad of the Elote Cafe in Sedona is proud to announce the release of his latest cookbook, entitled Elote Cafe Notebook… Read More
2017-04-19 02:51
This Saturday the forecast is calling for spicy and delicious in downtown Chandler, all thanks to the Great Southwest Cajun Fest! From noon to 9pm on Saturday, April 22nd you’ll be abl… Read More
2017-04-18 03:31
Are you looking for a cool treat? You may have heard about Bahama Bucks, but I want to tell you about Sunny SnoBalls and why I think it is way better than Bahama Bucks. First of all, does Ba… Read More
2017-04-14 01:20
The James Beard Foundation Award is the most coveted honor in the American food industry. It is frequently regarded to as the “culinary Oscars.” But what do we truly know about t… Read More
2017-04-12 14:45
The Arizona Restaurant Association’s Arizona Restaurant Week is commemorating a decade of delicious dining this year with its 10th annual ARW happening this Fall. What initia… Read More
2017-04-12 02:17
Celebrating the sunsoaked days of summer in Queen Creek, Lemonade Days is a community event loaded with fun for the entire family. Featuring local eateries, seasonal cocktails, craft beer an… Read More
2017-04-11 14:45
Fire Department Coffee is excited to announce the launch of their Spirit Infused Coffee Line. At Fire Dept. Coffee, they strive to not only provide the best tasting, easiest drinking co… Read More
2017-04-11 01:58
How are your New Year’s resolutions going? Are you still working towards a healthier you? If so, good for you! If not, tomorrow is a new day and True Food Kitchen’s new spring me… Read More
2017-04-10 14:45
Original ChopShop, a neighborhood eatery crafting ‘Just Feel Good Food’ from whole ingredients, announces plans of expansion in the Phoenix area, starting with an opening in Quee… Read More
2017-04-10 01:03
I love celebrating, from birthdays to anniversaries, milestones to good grades. Recently my husband and I hit our very own milestone, 10 years of marriage. We don’t spend many nights o… Read More
2017-04-09 16:30
Tacos Tequila Whiskey is officially in search of their dream team It may be KTM Restaurant Group and Lead Chef Kevin Morrison’s first foray into the explosive Phoenix food scene, but T… Read More
2017-04-09 01:18
Easter Sunday is just around the corner and if you’re preparing an Easter feast at home but haven’t settled on your menu yet, the folks at Ronco.com can help out w… Read More
2017-04-08 21:06
My daughter-in-law loves smoky wine. And the best way to know that she likes it, is if she looks up from the glass and says “yeah stovepipe, now that’s what I’m talki… Read More
2017-04-08 20:04
Square One Concepts continues to add to its bar and restaurant portfolio, this Spring introducing The Funky Monk, a colorfully comfortable throwback spot that produces delicious food by… Read More
2017-04-08 10:00
Easter Sunday is just around the corner and if you’re planning an Easter feast at home but haven’t finalized your menu yet, the folks at Ronco.com can help out with your main dis… Read More
2017-04-02 19:56
It’s just about that time! If you’re looking for some egg-ceptional options, make sure to check out our 2017 East Valley Easter Brunch Dining Guide! The Easter bunny is busy pack… Read More
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