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Interview with Executive Chef Chris Curtiss of NoRTH Fattoria

Jan 23, 13

Posted by Amy Martin in Chefs, Featured, Phoenix

Of all the restaurants in the FOX brand, I’d have to say that NoRTH Arcadia rises to the top for me. Whether I’m in for a casual brunch or celebrating a special occasion over dinner, my meals here have always superb and I find myself craving their dishes often. I have a known weakness for the Bread & Cheese appetizer that is...

Interview with Taggia’s Executive Chef Massimo De Francesca

Jan 14, 13

Posted by Amy Martin in Chefs, Featured, Scottsdale

If you haven’t paid Taggia a visit in a while, put it on your list of places to get to because there’s a new face heading up the kitchen — Chef Massimo De Francesca. Appointed as the resort’s Executive Chef back in September, upon his arrival he completely redesigned the menu that now features array of modern Italian...

Interview with Rubio’s Co-Founder, Ralph Rubio

Oct 19, 12

Posted by Amy Martin in Featured, People of Interest

With the much-anticipated AZ Taco Festival invading Salt River Fields this Saturday and Sunday, we decided to check in with a competing taco teams’s company founder – Ralph Rubio of the popular taco chain, Rubio’s. Local employees will set up camp at the Fest and dish out their best tacos while representing the Rubio’s name...

‘Chopped’ Grill Masters series features Arizona contestants

Aug 08, 12

Posted by Amy Martin in Featured, People of Interest

Food Network’s Chopped has begun a new series, Chopped: Grill Masters which premiered on July 22nd. The five-part series features a battle of sixteen grilling professionals from around the country, a few from Arizona, competing for the grand prize of $50,000. The show takes place outdoors at the nostalgic Old Tuscan Studios for a...

Interview with Jennifer Duncan of Whiskey Ranch BBQ

Aug 08, 12

Posted by Amy Martin in People of Interest

Read our interview below with Jennifer Duncan about her appearance on the first episode of the special Chopped: Grill Masters series. Amy: Were you surprised that you both and your husband were chosen to compete together on Chopped: Grill Masters, or do the two of you always go hand in hand? Jennifer: I was surprised! When Tommy...

Interview with Tommy Duncan of Whiskey Ranch

Aug 08, 12

Posted by Amy Martin in People of Interest

Read our interview below with Tommy Duncan about his appearance on the first episode of the special Chopped: Grill Masters series. Amy Martin: Leading up to the filming of the first episode, did you and your wife prepare at all with timed cooking challenges? Tommy Duncan: No! Our catering business had been so busy that every week...