What's For Lunch? - Tucson News Now

Truffles by Westward Look Executive Chef Antonio Rodriguez Video included

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Antonio Rodriguez, the executive chef at Westward Look Resort, was in the Tucson News Now studio to demonstrate some truffles recipes that you can use to impress and please your family.

Paella - Wildflower

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Paella from Wildflower

Seafood Ceviche from Blanco

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Seafood ceviche from Blanco.

Gnocchi with mint pesto - Chef's Kitchen & Catering

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A quick & easy lunch idea from Chef Chris Cryderman of Chef's Kitchen & Catering

MONTE CRISTO w/ FRUIT COMPOTE - Chef's Kitchen & Catering

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A quick & easy lunch idea from Chef Chris Cryderman of Chef's Kitchen & Catering

Green Papaya Salad - V Modern Thai

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Green Papaya Salad from V Modern Thai.

Chilled Fruit Salad - Bill's Grill Poolside, Ventana Canyon

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A cool salad idea for the warmer weather.

Kingfisher's Guinness Oyster Stew

Updated: Nov 5, 2012 12:48 AM MST

Make one of the famous dishes offered at Kingfisher.

Casino del Sol's Ceviche & Campachana

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Campachana from Casino del Sol, Carlos Aponte Chef de Cuisine.

The Fix Mac n Cheese

Updated: Sep 24, 2012 06:21 PM

The ultimate comfort food.  It's like  home away from home cooking! 

What's for lunch: Kingfisher Beignet

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Combine yeast, water, and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer, let sit 5 minutes until frothy, add salt, egg, and evaporated milk.

What's for lunch: Chicken Parmesan

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Dip the chicken into the egg, then dredge through the bread crumbs mix.

What's for lunch: Chocolate Tiramisu

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Soak small pieces of chocolate lady fingers in the espresso mix.

What's for lunch: Scallops with wild mushroom risotto

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Heat the risotto with vegetable or chicken stock.

What's for lunch: Orange-cranberry relish with horseradish

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Place cranberries in pan on medium-high heat and bring to a boil.  Add the citrus segments and ‘stew' for 15 minutes

What's for lunch: Prime Filet Mignon

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Prime Filet Mignon by Chef Jonathan Stutzman from Bob's Steak and Chop House

What's for lunch: Pumpkin flan

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Un-mold the Flan and place it on the right center of the plate.  Drizzle the Carmel over the flan.

What's for lunch: pork enchiladas

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Put 1 tortilla flat into skillet.  Add meat & 1 oz of cheese blend.

What's for lunch: Mesquite crisp topping

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This is good on top of any fruit - with this topping you can turn any simple pan of sliced fruit into dessert.

What's for lunch: Overnight coffee cake

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Combine flour, sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt and 1 tsp of cinnamon in a mixing bowl and mix well.

What's for lunch: Kingfisher's Guinness Oyster Stew

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In a large, warm, non-stick saute' pan, melt butter, add white pepper, salt, shallots and bay, let shallots sweat one minute.

What's for lunch: Avocado Custard from Feast

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Put half of the cream into a food processor, and add the pitted and skinned avocado.

What's for lunch: Agedashi tofu recipe

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This week's What's For Lunch segment featured agedashi tofu from Bush Sushi. Recipe provided.

What's for lunch: Beer battered hot dog

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Boil hotdog in beer for about 5 minutes.  Place hot dog on grill to caramelize.

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Shrimp Tacos

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Mix everything into a bowl.  Add the shrimp and let them marinate in the mix for at least 1 hour.

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Spanish cavatappi and cheese

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Place a sauté pan on medium heat for about 2 minutes.  Once pan is hot, add 8-oz of cheese and pasta to the pan. 

Lemongrass Scallops Recipe

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Lemon Grass Scallop Recipe from Harvest Moon in Oro Valley Ingredients 1 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 6 stalks lemongrass, dry leaves removed, stems pounded; cut into 3-inch lengths 3

Finding and cutting the perfect steak

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Read this, and impress your family and friends with your new knowledge about beef.  Courtesy Texas Roadhouse!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Samburger from Zin Burger

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Try this favorite Zinburger recipe.  It's easy to make, and you will impress your friends and family!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Genie's Greek Chicken

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Wash and clean chicken and arrange skin-side up in a roasting pan.  Mix lemon, olive oil, 2 tablespoons Aegean Gold Seasoning and wine or water for marinade.

Strawberry Balsamic Salad from Brio's

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This is our featured recipe for the Fourth of July!

Mac Salad from the Hub

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This is our featured recipe for Monday, May 23 on KOLD news 13 Live at Noon.

Fresh Summer Rolls

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Try this great summer recipe from V Fine Thai Dining

Carmel Mocchiato from Java Edge

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This is our featured recipe on What's For Lunch Monday, May 9.  Try it out!

Roasted Idaho Salmon

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Try this great salmon recipe from feast.  We are featuring it on KOLD news 13 Live at Noon on May 2.

Saltimbocca from Primo at Starr Pass

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Try this Primo favorite!

French Toast Napoleon with Strawberries

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Try making this Cheesecake Factory favorite yourself.

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Rainbow Trout from Montana Avenue

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Montana Avenue - Rainbow Trout

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Ahi Tuna Tower from Om Asian Kitchen

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From OM Modern Asian Kitchen 

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Ahi Tuna Salad

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On today's "What's for Lunch" Chef Jeff Fuld from Elle Wine Country Restaurant shows us how to make a delicious Ahi tuna salad!

Miraval Chipotle Caesar Salad

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Try this refreshing spring salad from Miraval.

Miraval Balsamic Vinaigrette

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Refreshing dressing from Miraval!

Miraval Black Kale Salad

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When was the last time you had black kale.  It's a wonderful recipe from Miraval.

Vegetable Quiche - Frogs Organic Bakery

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Vegetable Quiche - Frogs Organic Bakery

Guacamole from Lodge on the Desert

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This Tucson favorite destination shares its recipe for Guac!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: 1 lb. Baked Potato from Boca

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This is a colossal meal from a new UA area favorite restaurant.

Classic Calzones

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This is a very easy recipe.  You can experiment with any filling you like.  Think of it as a folded pizza!

What's For Lunch: Bluefin's Warm Spinach Walnut Salad

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Chef Jim Murphy from Bluefin show's us how to make a delicious Warm Spinach Walnut Salad!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Grilled Shrimp Avery from Catalina BBQ

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Chef Matt Andes from Catalina Barbeque & Sports Grill shows us how to make a delicious shrimp dish!

Hot fudge peppermint crepes

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Recipe for hot fudge peppermint crepes from chef Albert Hall, Acacia and Tohono Chul Tea Room

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Cafe 54 makes Jerk Chicken Salad

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Chef Keith Martin shows us how to make Café 54's delicious Jerk Chicken Salad.

What's For Lunch: Truffle Polenta & Mushroom Ragout

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Chef Cory Holland from North makes a delicious Truffle Polenta & Mushroom Ragout!

What's For Lunch: Peasant Shrimp from North

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Chef Cory Holland from North shows us how to make a delicious Peasant Shrimp!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Veggie Taco

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Chef Maria Mazon from Boca shows us how to make Veggie Tacos.

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Eggplant Caprese from Tavolino

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Chef Massimo Tenino from Tavolino shows us how to make eggplant caprese!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Flatbread Chicken Tacos

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Chef Kevin Hundt from Lodge on the Desert shows us how to make a different kind of taco!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Apple Walnut Slaw

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Chef Ben Rine from BrushFire BBQ shows us how to make the perfect side to your baby back ribs!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Big Eye Tuna from Wildflower

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Chef Carlos Calderon from Wildflower shows us how to make this delicious Big Eye Tuna dish.

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Prime Rib French Dip from Risky Business

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Chef Jon Alubowicz from Risky Business shows us how to make a Roasted Prime Rib French Dip.

Classic Pasta Salad

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From Rocco's Little Chicago

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Crab & Shrimp Ceviche

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Executive Chef Eddie Coronado from Blanco Tacos & Tequila shows us how to make a delicious Crab and Shrimp Ceviche!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Roasted Strawberry Shortcake

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Chef Doug Levy from Feast shows us how to make a Roasted Strawberry Shortcake!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Carne Asada Salad

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Chef Ryan Clark shows us how to make a delicious Carne Asada Salad!

"Chicken Fajita Grilled Tostadas"

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by Chef Dn. Felipe Valenzuela, ZIVAZ Mexican Bistro

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Bluefin's Southwestern Lime Tart

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Pastry Chef Marianne McNamee teaches us how to make a delicious Southwestern Lime Tart!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Garlic Prawns

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Chef James Walsh from Pastiche teaches us how to make Garlic Prawns

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Kingfisher's Grilled Scottish Salmon

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Try this great salmon recipe from  Kingfisher.

What's for Lunch: Chicken Picatta from Delectables

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Chef Tara Cragg from Delectables Restaurant and Catering showed us how to make Chicken Picatta

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Homemade Chicken Fettuccine

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Chef Ramiro Scavo from Harvest Restaurant shows us how to make Chicken Fettuccine!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Rocco's Little Chicago; Caprese Sandwich

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What's For Lunch Chef Rocco DiGrazia Rocco's Little Chicago www.roccoslittlechicago.com Caprese Sandwich 1 loaf french baguette 4 roma tomatoes 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese 2 sprigs (1 oz) fresh

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Pistachio-crusted Taleggio Cheese

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Doug Levy from Feast showed us how to make a wonderful cheese appetizer - It's What's for Lunch!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Pecan crusted trout

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Chef Michael Wolf from Firebirds Wood Fired Grill showed us how to make Pecan Trout!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Chutney Chicken Salad from Dakota Cafe

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Enjoy this tasty salad recipe from an eastside favorite, Dakota Cafe!

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Shrimp Scampi from Venice Pizzeria

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Enjoy this very garlic-centric dish from Venice Pizzeria on Tucson's eastside.

WHAT'S FOR LUNCH: Lemon ricotta pancakes from Cheesecake Factory

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Jim Cropper from The Cheesecake Factory showed us how to make these delicious Pancakes!

Jax Shrimp Salad with Avocado

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Chef Casey McQueen from Jax Kitchen shows us how to make Jax Shrimp Salad with Avocado

Chop Chop Salad

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What's for lunch- Chef Paul Blackwell from Cafe Tremolo makes a Chop Chop Salad

Scallops with fire roasted peppers, garlic and baby bok choy

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Chef Brett Vibber from Dove Mountain Grill showed us how to make a delicious Scallop dish

Open face rosemary chicken sandwich on homemade focaccia

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What's for Lunch - Chef Jose Valenzuela from Enoteca

Tips for the perfect pie at home

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What's for Lunch - Easy pie making tips

Beer Crust Pizza

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What's for Lunch- Chef Frank Palazzolo's Beer Crust Pizza

Pasta Salad

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What's for Lunch- Pasta Salad

Chicken Skewers

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Chef Redman Jarrell from Vila Thai makes Chicken Skewers

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Italian home cooking from Nonna Maria's Ristorante

BBQ Lime Grilled Chicken

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Tired of the same BBQ Grilled Chicken? Try this "tailgate approved" grilled chicken recipe from Loews Ventana Canyon!

Cowboy Tostada

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Savory pulled pork tostada from JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort

Prime Rib

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If you're planning a holiday party and still trying to figure out the menu, here's an idea from Texas Roadhouse that is sure to "wow" your guests!

Kaisen Ceviche

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Japanese style cevich, served in a spring roll shell from RA Sushi Bar & Restaurant.

Stuffed Pumpkin Soup

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A new pumpkin recipe to add to the menu this Thanksgiving courtesy Nonna Maria's!

Sweet & Spicy Salsa

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Add this recipe to your list of favorites!

Turkey Tamales

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Thanksgiving, Tucson-style! Learn how to make your own tamales from the experts at Tucson Tamale Company.

Tangy Ahi Tataki

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This tuna dish from Dove Mountain Grill is sure to have your family coming back for seconds!

Bluefin's Sauteed Shrimp Rigatoni

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Try this easy shrimp recipe from a Tucson favorite.

Halloween Hot Dogs

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Try a spooktacular "Coffin Dog" from the Flying V restaurant!

Chicken Piccata

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Try this delicious easy  Italian recipe for your family tonight.

A delicious and simple recipe from Delectables.

Green Papaya Salad

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Try this great recipe from a Tucson original restaurant!

Big Fat Caesar Salad

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Try making this new sandwich from Baggins!

Outdoor Grilling Tips

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Texas Roadhouse helps you take the guesswork out of grilling!

Mussels & Clams In Green Curry Sauce

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Try a healthy, homegrown meal from Harvest Restaurant

Apple Roquefort & Walnut Salad

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A Sweet and tangy taste from the south of France, in a salad from Ghini's French Caffe!

Shrimp Ceviche Salad

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A flavorful, lettuceless southwestern salad from El Parador!

Willcox Salad

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Try a taste of home with this salad from Canyon Cafe!

Chicken Riggies

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Chicken Riggies from Phillips Italian & American Cuisine: Chef Michael Veres

Seafood Fettuccine

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A delicious seafood pasta recipe from Nonna Maria's that is sure to have people coming back for seconds!

Lobster Veneto from Enoteca restaurant

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3oz baby lobster 3oz tiger shrimp 1tablespoon crushed garlic olive oil 2oz sliced asparagus 1oz sliced mushrooms 1oz sun dried tomatoes wine to deglaze 1 1/2 cup heavy cream salt and pepper

Bluefin Seafood Bistro's Pan Seared Scallops

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Try this summer scallop recipe from Bluefin.

Citrus Vinaigrette

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From Phillip's Italian & American Cuisine

Cochinita Pibil

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A traditional Mexican slow-roasted pork dish, from Janos Restaurant and J-Bar.

Black Bean & Corn Salad

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Great, light summer salad from Petite Pea Catering & Fine Foods.

Sweet Yeast Rolls

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Try these melt in your mouth rolls!

Homemade Tamales

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Italian Sausage and Pepper Tamales

Eggplant Caponata

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Primo Restaurant

Frittata alla Pizzaglioa

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A perfect way to get creative in the kitchen!

Pulled Pork

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Pulled pork from Texas Roadhouse - for a taste as big as Texas!

Recession Buster Rib-Eye

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Great sample selection from Janos Restaurant and J Bar in Tucson!

Savory Beet Cakes

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Not all cakes have to be sweet! Try this delicious today!

Cholla Cactus Bud Salad

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Traditional food of the Tohono O'odham.

Smoked Salmon Cakes

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Cibaria Cucina Italiana: Local, affordable, delicious Italian cuisine!

Sunday Gravy

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Especially popular with large famlies, with lots of love!

Italian Donut

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Sfingi, tasty Sicilian donut's, are popular during Carnivale time in Italy!

Russian Chopped Salad

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Light and flavorful starter from Vin Tabla restaurant!

"Gold" Scallops

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Pancetta Day Boat Scallops with ‘Blue Moon Ale' Sauce and Radiatore Pasta from the Gold Room!

Beef Tenderloin

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New menu item at Loews Ventana Canyon's Flying "V" restaurant.

Quick & Easy Caesar Dressing Mix

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Chef Michael Veres passes on his favorite Caesar salad dressing recipe!

Cured Gravlox

More than just wine, at Elle's wine country restaurant!

Tortilla Soup

Homemade, southwestern favorite from Tohono Chul Tea Room.

Sausage Gnocchi

Rich, flavorful dish from one of Tucson's newest restaurants!

Holiday Shrimp Scampi

Flavorful meal from Cibaria Cucina Italiana!

Penne Pasta With Tequila Shrimp

Pasta with a kick, from Cafe Terra Cotta!

Enchiladas De Camaron

Try this enchilada recipe from longtime locally-owned restaurant Papagayo.

Creole BBQ Shrimp

A cajun classic from Kingfisher... check it out at the Tucson Culinary Festival!

Chicken Skewers

A fun appetizer for a party or a great meal for kids!

Summer Duck with Fingerling Potato Salad

Comfort food dish from Jax Restaurant.

Creole Seafood Boudin

A special cajun seafood dish from Kingfisher, it's part of the cross country road trip!

Asparagus Tip Risotto

A creamy and savory dish perfect for the upcoming fall season!

What's For Lunch: Mexican shrimp and angel hair pasta

You'll be pleased with this yummy recipe from Cafe Terra Cotta!

Mediterranean Chicken from Enoteca Restaurant

Try this wonderful Mediterranean Chicken recipe from a downtown favorite.

Asian Chicken Salad

A tasty twist on your everyday salad from Beyond Bread!

International Pizza

Try this pizza from Nonna Maria's!

Chicken Toscanini

Try this great recipe from Cibaria Restaurant in Rancho Vistoso.

Cantaloupe Carpaccio

Light, summer snack from Vin Tabla

"7 Seas Vesuvius" From Enoteca Pizzeria & Wine Bar

Locally owned, Enoteca offers a wide array of Italian foods as well as a European-style coffee/wine bar.

Ahi Tuna - Southwestern Style!

Innovative southwestern cuisine, from Café Terra Cotta!

Saffron Steamed Mussels

Armitage Wine Lounge & Café Saffron Steamed Mussels -- Chef Christian Hanley ¼ cup Julienned Fennel ¼ cup Julienned Red Onion ¼ cup Julienned Red Pepper ¼ cup

Clam Fritters

A delicious selection from the Back East Roadtrip menu, available this summer!

Basil Pesto Dressing

Great for summer meals.

Pan Seared Rainbow Trout

There may not be a "pot of gold" at the end of this rainbow, but it's a tasty alternative from Zona 78!

Green Bean Sea Scallop Salad

Simple, healthy summer salad from Bistro Philippe's, located near Swan and Camp Lowell Road.

Ratatouille Tart

A summer special from McClintock's restaurant!

Gazpacho By Beyond Bread

A great summer soup because it's cold!

What You Need For The Perfect Beef Brisket

Recipe for the perfect Beef Brisket.

Basil Pesto Sauce

Tasty Italian treat from Cibaria restaurant!

Salmon Cucumber Salad

Light and tasty meal from Tohono Chul Tea Room.

Paradise Bakery/Cafe Grilled Salmon Salad

 Grilled Salmon with Arugula Green Beans, and Roasted Red Pepper Salad

Italian Meatballs

Meatballs Ground Beef - 1 lb Garlic, minced - 1 tbsp Egg - 1 Romano cheese - ¼ cup Ricotta - ¼ cup Bread Crumbs - ¾ cup Parsley, dried - 1 tsp Oregano, dried - ½ tsp Salt, kosher - 2 tsp Black

Miraval's Hunan BBQ Stir fry

Healthy meal from Miraval!

Blanco's Grilled Ahi & Veggies

Flavorful feast from Blanco Taco's & Tequila!

Light & Tasty Estiva Salad

A salad dressing that's light, but bursting with flavor!

Cobb Salad - Tohono Chul Tea Room

Tasty Spring-inspired salad!

Ginger Fillet of Ruby Trout

Tasty Trout with unique side salad from Kingfisher/ Bluefin restaurants!

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