Essence Bakery’s Second Location Will Open in Phoenix This Thursday

Many months ago, we allowed ourselves to get just a little bit excited about the prospect of a second location of Tempe’s Essence Bakery Cafe. Back then, we reported that owners Gilles Combes, husband of Essence Bakery chef and owner Eugenia Theodosopoulos, was “cautiously optimistic” about acquiring a space in…

A Taste of Greece Festival In Chandler: All Greek and Good Eats

There are a few Greek festivals in the Valley and this weekend saw the celebration of A Taste of Greece festival held at Chandler’s St. Katherine Church. The three-day event might not be the biggest Greek fest, but delivers on authenticity and spirit. See our slideshow of the event. All…

14th Annual Best of Phoenix A’Fare Is Sold Out!

This Saturday, October 5 we’re hosting a blow out party to celebrate our Best of Phoenix issue. And if you don’t already have your tickets, unfortunately you’re out of luck. As of yesterday the 14th annual Best of Phoenix A’fare is officially sold out. For those who got your tickets…

September Restaurant Openings and Closings in Metro Phoenix

Phoenicians welcomed a whole bunch of new restaurants last month, including the second location of Portillo’s and couple new vegan-friendly spots. And the month also saw a few makeovers completed. You can officially check out the fresh digs at T. Cook’s at the Royal Palms Resort, or grab a cocktail…

This Man Eats Nothing But Raw Meat — Oh, and Rotten Raw Meat.

We’re really wishing our gag reflex had an on/off switch right about now because after reading (and checking out photos) of how Derek Nance eats, our stomachs are feeling a bit queasy. Five years ago, Nance began having trouble eating. For reasons unknown to him and his doctors, he lost…

Cooks and Corks Is Back This Year, and Tickets Are on Sale Now

Valley food aficionados might remember the annual Cooks and Corks event, though it’s been a while since the culinary fete made it into the Scottsdale Culinary Festival lineup. This year, the party’s back on, though the revised rendition means there will be a few changes. The one-night event is designed…