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frank’s restaurant | where to eat in tucson

There are few places left in Tucson that have the same familial draw as Frank’s Restaurant. With the slogan “Eat and Get Out” written on the staff shirts, you’d think there would be some element […]

mekong plaza in mesa

Mekong Plaza, located in a repurposed Target on the southwest corner of Dobson and Main Street in Mesa, has been the heart of Asian culture and commerce in the area since 2008. Chosen for its […]

Margherita Pizza at Pizza to the Rescue in Phoenix

pizza to the rescue | pizza in phoenix

In the heart of Phoenix, a groundbreaking pizzeria is turning heads and making a difference. Pizza to the Rescue, located at Indian School & 26th Street, is not just another spot for a pie; it’s […]

In this issue, we’re shaking things up by swapping our usual chef’s picks to see where two cocktail pros like to drink and dine. This year, Highball, the chic cocktail bar in downtown Phoenix, added […]

renata’s hearth | where to eat in phoenix

At the Arizona Biltmore, Renata’s Hearth shares the story of a mythical adventurer who defies expectations and challenges traditions. Renata’s spirit is channeled through the resort’s fine dining restaurant and its hearth, which combines the […]

shift kitchen & bar | where to eat in flagstaff

Flagstaff has been known for many things over the years. Certainly, it is the proud home of Northern Arizona University. The four-season city also contains the world’s largest contiguous Ponderosa pine forest. But Flagstaff as […]

best sushi in phoenix, arizona

In its earliest form, sushi was developed as a means to preserve fish, and as recently as the 1800s, it was more or less a street food enjoyed primarily by Japan’s chōnin class, who started [...]

the churchill | restaurants, bars, & retail in downtown phoenix

Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix’s Roosevelt Row Arts District, The Churchill is a vibrant space where dining, shopping, and socializing converge in a sustainable setting. Constructed from repurposed shipping containers, The Churchill supports [...]

southwest wine center

Any wine lover who has savored a soulful Cabernet or been transported back to France with one sip of Burgundy has likely daydreamed about quitting their job to become a winemaker. Thanks to the Southwest [...]

cocina chiwas | podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Armando Hernandez, co-owner of Cocina Chiwas, alongside his wife Nadia Holguin, to discuss their James Beard-nominated, Chihuahua-inspired Mexican cuisine. Armando shares the journey behind not only Cocina Chiwas [...]

marino’s | podcast

In this episode, Eric from a taste of az sits down with Ron Marino, the owner of Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar at Desert Ridge Marketplace. Ron shares his story, detailing his journey in the [...]