Dining

Arizona Spring Culinary Festivals

Lauren Featherstone Food

Now that we’ve brushed off our New Year’s resolution to lose weight, it’s time to start enjoying food, wine and other culinary creations again. This spring get ready for a buffet of some of Arizona’s best cuisine.

Tempe's New Thirsty Lion Pub & Grill

Written by Melissa Larsen Photgraphed by Cassandra Tomei Restaurants

Lamb shank and sliders. Sushi rolls and fish and chips. Tempe’s new Thirsty Lion Pub & Grill specializes in traditional sports bar fare with an upscale twist.

AFTER FINDING SUCCESS IN OREGON, the team behind Thirsty Lion Pub & Grill opened its third (and only non-Oregon) location of the popular bar and grill at the ever-growing Tempe Marketplace. With 16 flat-screen TV’s gracing the pub and more than 50 beers on tap, Thirsty Lion in a sports fan’s dream. However, with a menu that includes oven-roasted lamb shank with white cheddar mashed...

Casablanca Lounge's Drink of Choice

Written by Melissa Larsen Wine & Spirits

Before the shaking and stirring can begin, all at-home bartenders need the essential spirits and mixers. Here are 10 to stock up on.

When it comes to piecing together your at-home bar, having the proper spirits and mixers is crucial to sipping success. Rich Heider, bar manager of Scottsdale’s newest nightlife fixture, Casablanca Lounge, gives the lowdown on every bartender’s must-haves.

Spirits

Tanqueray No. 10 Gin. “You need a gin, and Tanq No. 10...