Restaurants
Posted on: March 23rd, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
If your Easter Sunday calendar is booked you can save time and energy by heading out to any one of these 2018 Phoenix Easter Brunch options. Celebrate the beginning of Spring with your closest family and friends over a great meal along with a few special surprises. **For the majority of these spots reservations...
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Posted on: March 17th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
In 1963, Dick Portillo invested $1,100 into a modest trailer to open the first Portillo’s hot dog stand in Villa Park, IL, which he called “The Dog House.” Years afterward, Portillo’s has expanded to include restaurants in more than 50 locations across several states. Portillos is best recognized for its Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, fresh salads and famous chocolate cake. The Portillo’s brand also includes Barnelli’s restaurants that serve award-winning ribs, pastas with homemade sauces, and fresh sandwiches, soups, and salads. Portillos ships food to all 50 states via Portillos.com....
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Posted on: March 6th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
For years smoothies and protein shakes have been a staple of a healthy way of eating, providing a bit of sweet from the fruit and a refreshing blast thanks to herbs and ice. For those looking to shake up their morning routines, acai bowls (pronounced ah-sah-EE) put a flavorful spin on the traditional smoothie....
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Posted on: March 5th, 2018
by Shoshana Leon
When people think about Phoenix cuisine, seafood is not the first thing that comes to mind although there are a lot of great seafood restaurants in the Valley. One of my favorite restaurants in Phoenix is Little Cleo’s Seafood Legend. Like North Italia, another one of my favorite Phoenix restaurants, Little Cleo’s is part...
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Posted on: February 11th, 2018
by Shoshana Leon
One of my favorite restaurants in Phoenix is North Italia. I love the friendly and knowledgeable staff, the fresh pasta and the happy hour specials. North is part of Fox Restaurants Concepts, which owns several restaurants in Arizona and other states including Zinburger, Culinary Dropout, Doughbird and many others. North has more than 10...
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Posted on: January 26th, 2018
by Shoshana Leon
Some of my favorite things about happy hour are weekend hours and a good selection of quality appetizers with discounted pricing. I found these at Phoenix City Grille, which has been a staple at 16th Street and Bethany Home Road in central Phoenix for more than 20 years. While many shops, restaurants and businesses...
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Posted on: January 22nd, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
Gadzooks! (Yeah, I just did that.) A longtime local favorite has gotten a second location and we couldn’t be more excited about it. The Gadzooks Enchiladas Arcadia location is situated in the heart of Phoenix, serving up all the dishes you’ve come to love at their original location. Gadzooks Enchiladas Arcadia Location Now Open The Basics The Gadzooks Enchiladas Arcadia location is situated just east of 40th Street on Camelback Road in a triangular shaped lot. The 2100 square foot space has a large dining...
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Posted on: January 19th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
How may times have you found yourself out late at night and in need of a bite to eat? Options like drive throughs and something ending in ‘berto’ typically leave to upset stomachs and unsatisfied palates. How does a late night banh mi menu sound? Crudo thinks that’s just what your late night hunger needs and deserves! Weekend Late Night Banh Mi Menu at Crudo The Basics Crudo has launched an all-new ...
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Posted on: January 19th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
If you’re looking for a unique spot for brunch, Gilbert is calling. The new Grubstak Brunch menu comes with extended hours and some funky new menu items. If you haven’t yet visited Grubstak, you’re in for a treat. You’re invited to create your own Stak in which you can customize your meal with a...
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Posted on: January 5th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
You’ve likely heard a lot about the ketogenic diet lately. There are a ton of groups popping up on social media. If you’re unfamiliar with this diet, though devotees often refer to it as a WOE (way of eating) instead of the dreaded D-word. This particular WOE is alluring to many as it allows...
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