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This Weekend: Third Annual Arizona Barbecue Festival

This Weekend: Third Annual Arizona Barbecue Festival

Melissa May 17, 2012 0

We hope your belly is growling and your mouth is watering: this weekend marks the Third Annual Arizona Barbecue Festival. May 19 and 20, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Salt River Fields at

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Sur la Table’s New Summer Classes

Sur la Table’s New Summer Classes

Melissa May 16, 2012 0

Sur la Table in Scottsdale has announced some new cooking courses this summer that will sharpen your culinary skills, allow you to have fun away from that scorching Arizona sun and even rekindle a

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Tips for Smoking Meat

Tips for Smoking Meat

Melissa May 15, 2012 0

In his brand new book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Smoking Foods, Chef Ted Reader gives readers easy tips to follow when it comes to firing up the smoker. To get you starter, Reader

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Brat and Beer Spot to Open in Old Town

Brat and Beer Spot to Open in Old Town

Melissa May 14, 2012 0

Brats and beers and a superstar chef all under one roof? You’re not dreaming. Brat Haus is slated to open in the space formerly occupied by Oregano’s at 3622 North Scottsdale Road in Old

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Recipes: Mother’s Day

Recipes: Mother’s Day

Melissa May 11, 2012 0

Are you hosting a special Mother’s Day meal this weekend? If so, turn to these three recipes that offer a little something different for that special day (think tofu steaks instead of chicken and

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9 for Steak in Phoenix

9 for Steak in Phoenix

Melissa May 10, 2012 0

As the rest of the nation preps their barbecues for a summer of outdoor dining, Valley dwellers seek grilled goodness elsewhere. (Who wants to be grill-side in the scorching heat?) Here are nine of

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May 18: Taste of the Nation Arizona 2012

May 18: Taste of the Nation Arizona 2012

Melissa May 9, 2012 0

Sadly, in Phoenix alone, more 27 percent of households with children have experienced food hardship. Attending Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation Arizona 2012 on May 18 at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is on way

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Scottsdale Quarter Restaurant Debuts Happy Hour

Scottsdale Quarter Restaurant Debuts Happy Hour

Melissa May 8, 2012 0

Scottsdale Quarter is about to get even happier: SOL Mexican Cocina has launched a daily happy hour as well as live entertainment. Special happy hour pricing will be available on select food and drinks daily from

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Mother’s Day Dining in Phoenix

Mother’s Day Dining in Phoenix

Melissa May 7, 2012 0

Mother’s Day is on Sunday–and I surely hope you already knew that. But if you’re not sure where to make reservations for Mama’s big day, here’s where you want to take the leading lady

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