Eats & Drinks

Eats & Drinks

Opening Soon: Urban Grocery and Wine Bar

September 16, 2009 | By

The much-anticipated opening of the Phoenix Public Market’s new Urban Grocery & Wine Bar is nearing reality.

Sips and Grub | The Sorrel at Breadfruit

September 15, 2009 | By

While perusing the Breadfruit menu, I felt the urge to enjoy something truly unique. Lucky for this old soul, the wait staff was more than kind to point my hankerin’ stomach towards the Sorrel.

The Insecure Critic | ‘Babette’s Feast’ Comes Home

September 11, 2009 | By

So, I am doing something fun this week. I am reviewing a movie that I have never seen before, ‘Babette’s Feast,’ and also talking about my recent foray into cooking at home — let’s call that ‘Chad’s Feast.’

DPJ Yelper of the Week: Chris L. on Petit Fromage

September 8, 2009 | By

Ok, I’m pretty much cheese obsessed. I love it. Can’t get enough of it. Doesn’t mean I’m an expert though. With the limited resources in AZ, haven’t gotten the education I need. So I’d been looking very forward to the opening of Petit Fromage.

Sips and Grub | Pepper-Crusted Flat Iron Steak at St. Francis

September 8, 2009 | By

It was suggested that this night of adventure needed to kick off right. Thus, the lavish, new St. Francis was selected for its holy name, apparently.

Behind the Counter: Lindsay Cates at Stinkweeds

September 7, 2009 | By

Stinkweeds owner Kimber Lanning can often be found in and around the record store, but she relies on a committed staff to keep things humming. One of these people is store manager Lindsay Cates.

St. Francis: Night One

September 5, 2009 | By

A week ahead of its latest opening date extension, last night (Friday, September 4) welcomed the addition of Uptown’s biggest dining anticipation in quite some time: St. Francis.

The Insecure Critic | ‘Juno’ and Delux — Now I Feel Pregnant

September 3, 2009 | By

Today’s combo pack is ‘Juno’ with Ellen Page and Michael Cera and high-end burger joint Delux.

First Friday Opening of Heritage Square Art Space

September 3, 2009 | By

Artist Sean Deckert saw potential in the wide expanses and open-air feel of Heritage Square while he was working as a bartender at Rose and Crown. Now he’s opening an outdoor gallery in the park.

Radiate Phoenix: The City’s Future

September 1, 2009 | By

Those interested in the future of the city of Phoenix met at Hanny’s last week to mingle with city planners in attempts to gauge what will happen here over the next 40-odd years.