Have you heard? Chow Bella writers will be playing with fire tonight at “Fried,” an evening of true stories of food and heat. But no food-focused reading would be complete without food, duh, so check out the three newly debuted menu items and two special drinks the Lounge at Crescent…
Things tend to be funnier when presented in a British accent, case and point: Monty Python. You know it’s true. In the case of comedian Russel Brand the English accent may or may not account for part of his ability to make us laugh…more likely it’s that he usually acts…
A pretty surprising new trend is begining to appear not just in the states but all over the world. It’s not a new ingredient or cooking technique, but rather an interest in eating prison food. Up till now if you wanted to experience what food made with minimal money and…
In case you didn’t know, classic cocktails are totally in right now. As in, modern takes on cocktails with historically-significant names that only a well-versed bartender would know how to make. That’s the stuff we expect nowadays, and it’s just the variety of inebriant in which the handlebar-mustached, bolo-tie-wearing barkeep…
With the crack of a bat and the crunch of a roasted peanut, baseball season has returned, and in Phoenix, that means thousands of fans packing into Chase Field in Downtown Phoenix, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Besides being a great stadium at which to catch a game, Chase has…
Phoenicians can now open their homes and offices to the King without even having to get up, get in the car and drive to get that greasy bag full of deep-fried foods for yourself. The Burger King Corporation has announced that the Burger King delivery service, BK Delivers, is now…
In the next few weeks Phoenicians will say bonjour to a new Central Phoenix spot serving French-inspired New Orleans cuisine. See also: – Squid Ink Sushi to Open Monday, June 10, in Downtown Phoenix – Founder of Long Wong’s Opens Elvis-Themed Barbecue Joint French Grocery, located at 7th Ave and…
Because deep fried Kool-Aid wasn’t enough, a southern California fry fanatic is now making a Krispy Kreme Sloppy Joe doughnut sandwich. That’s right, a glazed doughnut with Sloppy Joe meat and cheese in the middle. Gotta love America. See also: – Piggly’s at the Fair Opens in Mesa, Deep Fried…
If you think you’ve masted the simple things like salsas, sauces and jams and are ready to take on the world of canning, you might want to invest in some professional guidance. Unlike making your own barbeque sauce, when canning goes wrong it can result in botulism, a rare and…
Phoenix native and past winner of Fox’s So You Think You Can Dance Lauren Froderman will perform a guest solo at Scorpius Dance Theater’s Kick-A Dance Showcase. Froderman’s sexy, high-energy and contemporary dance style will be a perfect fit for the collection of kick-ass dance. Her impressive flexibility, both physically…
It might not be possible to make the food-lovers pilgrimage to the James Beard House in New York this summer. But the good news is by the fall, a traveling showcase of culinary all stars, influencers and chefs will be making their way across the country for the James Beard…
Fruit fanatics ventured out to Historic Glendale’s Murphy Park to celebrate the revival of the Arizona Watermelon Festival on Saturday. They enjoyed watermelon, of course, but also water games, watermelon slices, and a pageant to name the Arizona Watermelon Queen. See also: – Revival of Arizona Watermelon Festival in Historic…
With the crack of a bat and the crunch of a roasted peanut, baseball season has returned and in Phoenix that means thousands of fans packing into Chase Field in Downtown Phoenix, home of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Besides being a great stadium to catch a game, Chase has plenty to…
Once upon a time, there was a New York baker who decided he wanted to combine two humble baked goods: the doughnut and the croissant. French chef Dominique Ansel, operating out of a storefront in SoHo, spent two months finding the perfect fusion of the two breakfast bakery treats and…
Those who follow artist Hugo Medina on Facebook probably remember when he invited artists to paint 80 wooden panels for a huge project he kicked off at the Phoenix Festival of the Arts. During the three-day event last December he asked local creatives to paint 80 panels and placed blank…
Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Check out what’s on our plate. See also: – Brat Haus Sunday Cinema Features (Mostly) ’80s Films Throughout June and July – Pig & Pickle in Scottsdale Starts Brunch This Sunday (And We’ve Got the Menu)…
Today is National Doughnut Day. A day for everyone to celebrate the awesome-ness of deep fried dough and sugar. Want to join in on the celebration? Just head to the nearest Krispy Kreme location to pick up your free doughnut. See also: – Just Take Our Money Already: Krispy Kreme…
When owners Jan Wichayanuparp and Helen Yung opened the doors of Sweet Republic in 2008 it didn’t take long for people to realize the Valley’s frozen treat scene would never be the same again. We’ve given them our vote three times since opening and so have Food and Wine, Sunset,…
Because breast milk lollipops weren’t scary enough, now you can also purchase high-quality confections made to look just like someone’s anus. The world as we know it has officially crossed the line from slightly disturbed to just plain disgusting and we can never go back again. See also: Japan Has…
The Glendale Watermelon Festival isn’t about finding out who’s got the best melons. It’s a time-honored Glendale tradition that dates back to 1949, when local melon growers got together to celebrate their achievements. Once upon a time, the event drew thousands of people who served up some 80,000 pounds of…
As a young dancer Travis Wall dreamed of having a company of his own. Since those days, his work on So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars has rocketed him to the top of the dance world and finally he’s been able to see his childhood…
Every month, New Times hosts a happy hour event at a local bar or restaurant during which attendees raise a glass — or rather, four glasses — to charity. This month’s event will be held at O.H.S.O. Eatery + nanoBrewery in Phoenix, to raise some money for Chicks With Picks…
