Wise Bites

by Jackie Tran on January 30, 2026 at 8:53 pm

Italian restaurant Dolce Vita announced its official closure after 47 years of business in Tucson. In 2016, Dolce Vita closed its eastside location at 7895 E. Broadway Blvd. and hinted The post Dolce Vita closed after 47 years in Tucson appeared […]

by Tucson Foodie on January 30, 2026 at 5:42 pm

Interfaith Community Services invites Tucson residents to fight hunger during the February Lotsa Pasta food drive. The month-long effort supports ICS food banks across the city. The Lotsa Pasta food The post Donate Pasta in February to Help Tucson […]

by Tucson Foodie on January 30, 2026 at 12:21 am

The Parish will host Tucson’s largest Mardi Gras celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The annual Fat Tuesday festival runs from 1-10 p.m. and highlights Creole food traditions, live music, and The post The Parish Hosts Tucson’s Largest […]

by Edie Jarolim on January 29, 2026 at 11:07 pm

Although it sits right next to the Fox Tucson Theatre, in the heart of downtown, it’s tempting to call Perche’ No Italian Bistro a hidden gem. Without a major social The post Bruno Brings Bright Italian Flavors Downtown at Perche’ […]

by Jackie Tran on January 29, 2026 at 9:47 pm

Downtown Tucson adds a new burger concept with Kaiju Burger grand opening on Saturday at Brick Box Brewery, 220 E. Broadway Blvd. The project comes from Rafael and Destiney Medina, The post Kaiju Burger brings Japanese-inspired smash burgers to […]

by Tucson Foodie on January 28, 2026 at 8:08 pm

Downtown Tucson will fill with craft beer fans on Saturday, Feb. 28, during the Tucson Craft Beer Crawl. The annual crawl runs from 1-6 p.m. and invites attendees to explore The post Downtown Tucson Hosts Tucson Craft Beer Crawl on Feb. 28 appeared […]

by Jackie Tran on January 28, 2026 at 11:20 am

At Sonoran House Sam Hughes, 30-year-old executive chef Gabriella “Gabby” Alba crafts an approachable, Sonoran-inspired menu without shortcuts. Though she started with fast food and dishwashing, she landed a pantry The post Q&A with […]

by Jackie Tran on January 26, 2026 at 8:46 pm

(Editor’s note: photos within this article include comped dishes and wine.) Los Milics Vineyards opened its downtown Tucson tasting room, bringing Arizona wine and seasonal fare to Congress Street. The The post Los Milics Vineyards Tasting […]

by Jackie Tran on January 26, 2026 at 4:31 pm

Takamatsu permanently closed after more than 30 years in Tucson. The Korean-Japanese restaurant operated at 5532 E. Speedway Blvd. Earlier this week, the restaurant posted a sign on the front The post Takamatsu closed after over 30 years in Tucson […]

by Tucson Doobie on January 26, 2026 at 11:20 am

Arizona’s cannabis community is about to take center stage. Best in Grass, a national cannabis judging competition and product-feedback platform, is officially launching its first statewide Arizona competition, giving everyday The post Best […]

by Tucson Foodie on January 23, 2026 at 10:26 pm

Cruise BBQ & Blues Oro Valley invites Tucson food lovers to a full day of classic cars, smoky barbecue and live blues music at Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Rd. The post Cruise BBQ & Blues Oro Valley Brings Cars, BBQ and […]

by Tucson Foodie on January 23, 2026 at 6:33 pm

Mama Louisa’s Italian Restaurant will celebrate 70 years in Tucson with a one-day dining event on Feb. 17. The milestone honors decades of family ownership, Italian American cooking, and community The post Mama Louisa’s Celebrates 70 […]

by Jackie Tran on January 23, 2026 at 11:20 am

Transplant Pizza has closed its sole remaining location at 4605 E. Speedway Blvd., ending a nearly five-year run for the Detroit-style pizzeria in Tucson. Co-owner Travis Miller confirmed that the The post Transplant Pizza, Craft, Serial Grillers […]

by Jackie Tran on January 22, 2026 at 5:23 pm

The James Beard Award Foundation announced its 2026 semifinalists on Wednesday, placing Tucson on the national culinary stage again. Claudia Vindiola, owner of La Frida Mexican Grill & Seafood, was The post Tucson Chef Earns 2026 James Beard […]

by Tucson Foodie on January 21, 2026 at 7:23 pm

Not only are these reminders of the dishes we ate, but they can also be a guide for your own decisions on what to eat here in Tucson. The post Best Things the Tucson Foodie Team Tasted in December 2025 appeared first on Tucson Foodie.