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Bar Cena is set to open this fall next door to Cast Iron Concepts’ restaurant, Hush Public House. It will feature an chef-driven menu as well as a cocktail program. “Cena” translates to “dinner” or “supper” in French, Spanish and Italian, a nod to the influences that will be highlighted on the seasonally rotating menu, according to a press release.

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While there are plenty of dessert shops around the Grand Canyon State, there’s just something so special about popping into a mom-and-pop shop for a treat. Not only are you supporting a local business but usually these hidden gems offer something you can’t find elsewhere. Take, for example, Dolce Vita Gelato and Grocery, a family-run gelato shop in...

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A lot of things are unique about Arizona. One of them is our architecture, from the beautiful buildings to the overpasses on the highway that include decorations you just don't see in other states. People from all over the world come here to be inspired by Arizona and incorporate it into their designs. And about an hour north of Phoenix is another...

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When I consider the forward-thinking chefs who elevate our Italian restaurant scene, Stefano Fabbri of Pomo Restaurant Group springs to mind. He’s the Italian-born chef and restaurateur who introduced thin-crust Neapolitan pizza to Phoenix when he opened Pomo Pizzeria at the Borgata in 2010. He later helped Scott Conant launch Mora Italian and The...

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Stepping into BATA, you are immediately met with the definition of refinement. The same goes for Barbata. These are destinations for special occasions or well-needed treat-yourself moments. If you want that same culinary culture chef Tyler Fenton is known and applauded for, then your next option is obviously Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink — a bit more...

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For DeFalco’s Italian Deli and Grocery, the third time was a charm. The popular restaurant opened in 1973 at the Old Wagon Wheel Shopping Center and moved 11 years later to the Arizona Design Center at 68th Street and Thomas Road. But it ultimate lost its lease, and the family landed at their current location in 2000 at 2334 N Scottsdale Road. And...

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When she made the decision to open a restaurant in the midst of the pandemic, it wasn’t whether people would be comfortable returning to indoor dining that was top of mind for Melissa Maggiore. Raised in the Valley with an iconic restaurant pedigree, Melissa was familiar with the community’s support of small businesses and family restaurants. She b...

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Biltmore Fashion Park is home to multiple top-rated eateries, and the latest dining concept to join its impressive lineup of restaurants is no exception. Ambrogio15, the award-winning restaurant group out of San Diego, will open its sixth concept at Biltmore Fashion Park in December, bringing Valley residents and visitors a striking dining experien...

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Bella Gusto Urban Pizzeria is a local favorite in Chandler, Arizona, known for its authentic Neapolitan pizza and classic Italian dishes. The restaurant was started by two friends who met while working as the heads of catering for the Dallas Cowboys and their stadium. After relocating to Arizona, they brought their passion for Italian cuisine to th...

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The first restaurant that will be part of Scottdale Fashion Square’s south wing redevelopment has been announced. Élephante, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, is set to open its first dining room outside of Los Angeles. “We are thrilled to bring Élephante to Scottsdale, a city that boasts a stunning landscape and a thriving culinary scene,” Nick...

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