Arizona Food Service Network

The Arizona Food Service Network is a connection hub designed for community engagement. Our focus is on the food, food service, and food science communities in Arizona.

Timeless Phoenix

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Timeless Phoenix is back for it’s annual tour of thre Phoenix treasures: Tovrea Castle, Pueblo Grande Museum, and dinner at the Stockyards Restaurant.

Attendees begin the evening at the Stockyards Steakhouse for an appetizer buffet and history lesson of Arizona’s first steak house in the historic “Rose Room.”

From there, our local Ollie the Trolley will ferry guests to the Pueblo Grande Museum for an exclusive after-hours tour of the arhcived pottery (not usually seen by museum attendees).

From PGM, Localists will enjoy an exclusive tour of the Tovrea Castle, one of Phoenix’s most mysterious and historic locations. The tour will conclude back at the Stockyards Steakhouse, where guests will receive a special gift at the end of the night, courtesy of the participating businesses.

Space is extremely limited, so make sure to get your tickets before they are gone! Active Localist members can email jenny@localfirstaz.com for the $10 off promo-code.

This event is brought to you by the Local First Arizona Localist Program. Find out about exclusive local events and promotions by signing up today!

Savor Yuma Progressive Dinner

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Put down the kitchen utensils and get ready for an exciting night out with a Savor Yuma progressive dining experience! Hop aboard the comfy bus as we cruise from eatery to eatery, sampling fantastic flavors found throughout the city. From taco trucks to iconic Yuma restaurants, and possibly a few hidden gems, we mix up the itinerary to ensure no two tours are the same.

In addition to trying new tastes, Savor Yuma is great for learning about local culinary traditions while making friends with our hosts and other diners. Looking to treat a party of friends, family or co-workers? Savor Yuma is perfect for large groups, and couples too.

Boogie, Brews and Blues Festival

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City of Yuma Heritage Festivals and Robb Bower Presents invite you to the Boogie, Brews and Blues Festival on Saturday, February 18th, from 11am to 7pm in Gateway Park. (Gates open at 10am) Enjoy a full-day of live music along the Colorado River in Gateway Park! Plus, food trucks, craft brews, merchandise, memorabilia and more!

This year’s lineup features critically-acclaimed, award-winning artists that are sure to keep you moving!

– Philip Sayce, a blues guitar sensation from Toronto, Canada, has performed with the likes of Jeff Healy, Melissa Ethridge, and Eric Clapton at the 2013 Crossroads Festival.
– Jonathon Boogie Long and the Blues Revolution, a blues/soul trio from Louisiana, Boogie took top prize in the 2011 National Guitar Center King of the Blues Challenge.
– The Boscoe France Band, a slide guitar blues band from Kentucky, Boscoe took top prize in the 2012 National Guitar Center King of the Blues Challenge.
– The Gino Matteo Band featuring Jade Bennett, a roots-music band from Southern California, Matteo has worked with artists such as B.B. King, John Mayer, John Fogerty, and Buddy Guy.
– The McCoy Brothers Band, originally formed in 2012, are musicians and friends from the San Diego area with a unique blend of songwriting and musical backgrounds

Tickets are $30 presale and $35 at the gate. Discounted tickets are available for military (with ID.) You can purchase tickets at City Hall, the Yuma Civic Center, the Yuma Art Center and online at http://www.robb-bowerpresents.com.

Chairs, blankets, umbrellas and shades are allowed. The area designated for shades and umbrellas is first come, first served. This is a family friendly event, all ages are welcome. Coolers, pets, and outside food/drinks will not be allowed.

A special thank you to event sponsors: Da Boyz Italian Cuisine, Prison Hill Brewing Co., DeNise Builders, LPC Construction, Liberty Motorsports, Jimmie Dee’s, Coronado Motor Hotel, Yuma Landing Bar and Grill, and RV World.

Phoenix Public Market’s 12th Anniversary

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We want to say a huge THANK YOU to all of you, who have supported the Phoenix Public Market for the past 12 Years! It is because of all of our amazing vendors and customers who have been with us throughout the years that we are here today to celebrate. SO… LET’S CELEBRATE!

On February 4th from 8am-1pm we are hosting a special Market! Come out to shop all of your favorite local farmers, producers and artisans. Enjoy FREE Yoga with Sutra Roosevelt, workshop with Native Seeds/SEARCH, Cooking Demos – which means yummy samples. It wouldn’t be a celebration without gifts and cake! We have free giveaways for the first 50 customers who come to shop. Bring the whole family, meet friends and bring the pup along to enjoy a beautiful weekend with us!

Lighthouse Dinner benefiting Change Food

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PLEASE NOTE: You must purchase a ticket through Eventbrite in order to attend. We hope to see you there!

Please join Change Food at a four-course sit-down dinner at Lighthouse in Brooklyn. Help us celebrate some amazing food as well as a selection of great companies working in the borough.

The vegetarian menu will include some ingredients from local purveyors – including microgreens from Edenworks. More to come.
You have the choice of joining us for dinner only, or dinner and a reception beforehand.

In addition, you can also purchase a VIP ticket and be guaranteed a seat with an expert in the food space:

– Andrew Ive, Managing Director, Food-X. Discuss food accelerators and entrepreneurship in the food space with the head of the most successful food accelerator in the world.

– Danielle Gould, Founder & President, Food + Tech Connect. Talk about current trends in food technology and food entrepreneurship from the person who first saw and promoted the link between food and technology.

– Diane Hatz, Founder & Executive Director, Change Food. Have questions about the food movement? Want to work for or learn more about social change in food? Dine with Diane to learn about opportunities in the nonprofit food space.

– Surprise special guest. Take a chance and book a meal with a noted expert in the food space. More info to come.

All proceeds benefit Change Food as the nonprofit strives to create a healthy food system for all. Change Food is currently raising funds for the Change Food Center, a physical space in upstate New York, as well as the Change Food Video Library and future salons, events and the Change Food Fest. Look out for Change Food Fest 2017!

Join us on March 27th!

If you can’t come but would like to support Change Food, you can also leave a donation through Eventbrite or through the Change Food website. Thanks for your support!

Meet the Brewer!

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Join us at Total Wine in Tempe on February 17 for a Meet the Brewer Night! This is a 2 hour educational event that you won’t want to miss!

Craft beer is taking the country by storm, as brewers build upon traditional techniques and styles and experiment with new ones. Representatives from your local breweries will give you an insider perspective on the craft beer movement.

$10 per person gets you access to an educational session with our Brewer as well as delicious SanTan brews to try out. Light appetizers will also be available.

Sweetheart Cooking Class with Chef BJ Hernandez

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Come join Chef BJ Hernandez and The Farm at South Mountain for a 4-course cooking class influenced by the “Season of Love”!

Sip delicious Havana Cafe Sangria while cooking with your sweetheart and learning about the interesting facts of chocolate and why we celebrate Valentine’s Day!

Cook along side Chef BJ as she share step-by-step instructions for this delicious 4-course meal.

Menu Items:

~Havana Cafe Sangria
~Fritturas de Maiz- Anise scented corn fritter with chimichurri cream
~Ensalada de Sevilla- Bib Lettuce tossed with Arizona Citrus and a Champagne Vinaigrette
~Gambas y Pollo- Shrimp & Chicken Enveloped in Basque Chocolate Sauce
~Pastel de Chocolate con Tres Leches- Chocolate Three Milk Cake smothered in Rum Fudge

Each item will be demonstrated while attendees help in preparation of food. At the conclusion of the demonstration and cooking, attendees will enjoy food and drinks.

Tickets for two: $90++

****Tickets include take home a recipes and Sangria spice packets.

https://www.thefarmatsouthmountain.com/event/sweetheart-cooking-class-chef-bj-hernandez/

About the Chef!
Chef BJ Hernandez – Havana Cafe Restaurants
Chef and Owner of Havana Restaurants …1989 – 2015
Presently I am teaching what I love to do…cooking! I enjoy sharing my acquired knowledge while demystifying and simplifying recipes and cooking techniques. During this class we will explore three Latin tamale recipes you will be able to easily make at home.

***There is a minimum class attendance- if class does not meet the minimum, tickets will be refunded.