We asked our readers to share some of their favorite spots in town for delicious tamales. From meat markets to historic Mexican restaurants, this list is full of recommendations sure to help you make great holiday memories this year. Read moreWhere to get your tamales this holiday season, recommended by our readers

Alexander Phaneuf, along with Adam Weinstein and Kira Dixon-Weinstein, have opened Hidden Hearth, a new micro-bakery at the MSA Annex that serves up whole-grain breads, unique viennoiserie and pastries that’ll have you hooked from first bite. Read moreGet fresh bread and flaky, buttery croissants at the MSA Annex's new micro-bakery 🥖

Soumya Seemakurti runs Gully Bakehouse, a cottage bakery, where she combines Indian flavors with classic desserts, creating treats that taste like nothing you’ve had before. Read moreThis local baker is combining Indian flavors with classic desserts, creating delectable treats

Kingfisher Bar and Grill is one of four restaurants nationwide to serve sushi-grade salmon cultivated from fish cells.  Read moreThis local restaurant has lab-grown salmon on its menu 🐟

We asked our readers for their favorite espresso martinis in town and put together the ultimate guide, that way everyone can experience the hype behind the beloved cocktail. Read moreCheers! 11 places to get the best espresso martinis in town, according to our readers 🥂

To ensure your holiday doesn't look like a scene out of The Bear, let the professionals work their magic in the kitchen this year. Below are a list of local places you can pick up or dine-in this Thanksgiving.  Read moreThese local restaurants are serving up delicious turkey dinners this Thanksgiving 🍗

Whether it’s handing out free produce or hosting free events, these local organizations/restaurants are making sure everyone has access to a warm, delicious Thanksgiving meal.  Read moreWhere to get free Thanksgiving meals and other helpful resources this month

On Nov. 15, Wild West Carniceria is throwing its first Birria Madness Festival. You can try all kinds of birria-centered dishes and vote for your favorite. Plus, you're encouraged to dress up in your best space cowboy costume!  Read moreWild West Carniceria is throwing the ultimate birria party 🎉

At Ursa, Aaron Lopez and his wife/partner, June, practice desert to table, creating dishes from foraged or heritage Sonoran Desert ingredients. Read moreNew downtown Tucson restaurant takes desert cuisine to the next level

Next month, Salad Nation will be opening its very first brick and mortar at 6425 N. Oracle Rd., where they will not only be mixing up freshly made salads, but creating a space where the community can come together. Read moreSalad Nation is opening their first brick-and-mortar, mixing up tasty salads and community fun

A Scottsdale brewing company that resurrected Arizona's iconic A-1 Pilsner beer is bringing back Tucson's Nimbus Brewing Company faves in spring 2026. Read moreNimbus beer to return to Tucson next spring 🍻

Don’t fight that feeling, give into your pumpkin spice cravings! Be a little basic and try one of the flavorful fall-themed drinks and treats that can be found at these local spots. Read morePumpkin spice and everything nice: where to get fall-themed drinks and treats in town 🎃

While some of our beloved restaurants have closed, we can still look back and reminiscence on the great meals, conversations and laughs we had at each place. Read more21 local eateries that have closed their doors this year

From West Africa to the Caribbean, this year’s festival is jam packed with all kinds of delicacies that are sure to make your tastebuds very happy. Read moreTucson Eat Yourself is back! Here's your ultimate guide to the food vendors at this year's festival

Cal’s Bakeshop has now moved into the old Rocco’s Little Chicago building at 2707 E. Broadway and will be opening their doors to the public this weekend, marking the beginning of their new chapter. Read moreCal's Bakeshop is bringing their cronuts to the old Rocco's Little Chicago building, opening their first brick-and-mortar

Mariel Figueroa and Julian “Nene” Vargas are the owners of Asada Patron where they are bringing that delightful backyard carne asada taste to American Eat Co. Read moreThis new taco spot in American Eat Co. serves up tasty mesquite grilled carne asada

Leo Garcia has mastered the art of wood-fired pizzas, combing the classic dish with Sonoran flavors like carne asada and chorizo, now he’s adding wood-fired bagels to his list of accomplishments. Read moreThis popular pizza truck also makes delicious wood-fired bagels

The annual City of Gastronomy event celebrating our cultural and historical connection to corn was born in Tucson and is celebrated in Texas, Mexico and Italy. Read morePueblos del Maíz returns for 4th Tucson festival 🌽