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His name is practically synonymous with Italian food in the Valley. Tomaso\u2019s Italian Restaurant has been a Phoenix dining fixture for more than 40 years thanks to the talents of owner and executive chef, Tomaso Maggiore. (He also owns Tomaso\u2019s When in Rome.) \u201cWhen coming to America and the Valley in general, my goal was to bridge the authentic Italian culinary traditions with modern-contemporary cuisine and introduce the Valley to the rich flavors and distinct heritage of my hometown in Sicily.\u201d To illustrate his impact on the local dining scene, Mayor Greg Stanton even named Sept. 29 \u201cTomaso\u2019s Day.\u201d \u201cNever did I think I would have my own holiday in the city I love and live in.\u201d @tomasophoenix<\/a>, @<\/span>tomasoswheninrome<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"by Melissa Larsen His name is practically synonymous with Italian food in the Valley. 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