This Week In Chow Bella

Another week has come and gone leaving us to ponder the upcoming events that will shape our lives and, more importantly, our dinners out. But before we move on, let’s have one last look at the blog posts from this week: Monday Night Martha: Leeks with Eggs and Cheese Foie…

Brew Reivew: Xingu Black Beer

Lately I’ve been looking outside the U.S. for tempting brews to try. Last week Tiger from Singapore left me feeling flat as, well, the beer itself. This week I’m heading to Brazil to try out Xingu Black Beer. But first, a brief history lesson about the word “xingu.” Xingu refers to…

Cafe: Spices Mediterranean Kitchen

When it comes to work week cooking we’re with Food Critic Michele Laudig. After slaving away on blogs we’d rather let someone else handle feeding us. So we’re taking Laudig’s recommendation and checking out Spices Mediterranean Kitchen. Food Critic Michele Laudig on Spices Mediterranean Kitchen:  The offerings aren’t expansive, but…

August 19 In Blogs: Joe Arpaio, Daughtry, Sliders, and ASU

​​In the 24-hour news cycle it can be difficult to keep up. We have the solution. Check back on Valley Fever every evening for highlights from each of New Times’ blogs. Today’s entries: Feathered Bastard:ACLU and Julio and Julian Mora Sue Joe Arpaio, Arpaio Whines on Twitter Up on the…

This Week In Chow Bella

Another week has come and gone leaving us to ponder the upcoming events that will shape our lives and, more importantly, our dinners out. But before we move on, let’s have one last look at the blog posts from this week: Macaron Mania: Essence Bakery Cafe Keeps Fans in the…

Brew Review: Tiger Beer

Today, while discussing Asian beers, I was asked the following question: do you prefer Kirin to Sapporo. Allow me to suggest an experiment. Next time you eat sushi, instead of reaching for a frosty Kirin or Sapporo, drink Budweiser. That’s right. Event after I lambasted President Obama for drinking the…

Lil Wayne at Cricket Wireless Pavilion In Photos

Lil Wayne and his entourage fired up Cricket Wireless Pavilion with pyrotechnics, giant screens and all the hot dance moves they could Flash for the “America’s Most Wanted Tour” on Wednesday. Check out shots from the show in our Lil Wayne slide show…

Cafe: Fogo de Chao

Cheap, greasy and not all that good; that’s Pancho’s Mexican Buffet for you. Yet if there is one redeeming concept within this bastion of low-end comida, it’s the magic flag. Raise it up and a waitress will bring you as many soggy enchiladas as you’d like. Genius! Knowing that this…

Liberty Market’s Bathrooms In Photos

With great food from Daivd Traina and a built-in coffee bar, what other reason could you possibly need to visit Liberty Market? How about the bathrooms? We’re guessing that unless your bathroom has appeared in Dwell magazine, you’ve never seen a potty like the five waiting for you in Liberty…