WHAT’S NEW
GIFT CERTIFICATE SALE
Mark your calendars for March 23rd for the next Tucson Originals Gift Certificate sale! Now with over 47 member restaurants to choose from, it’s never been more exciting. Check out places you haven’t been to yet, visit old favorites and discover new dishes —it’s a veritable feast at very affordable prices! Remember to log onto www.tucsonoriginals.com first thing on the morning of Wednesday, March 23rd.

MEMBER NEWS
TUCSON ORIGINALS AWARDS WINNERS!

 www.metromix.com

• Best Wine Bar ~ Pastiche Modern Eatery
• Best Cheap Eats~ Frankie's South Philly Cheesesteaks
• Best Late Night Restaurant ~ Jonathan's Cork
• Best New Restaurant ~ Boca Tacos and Tequila
• Best Nightclub ~ Club Congress
• Best Margarita ~ J Bar

There is still time to vote for your favorites in the AZ Foothills “Tucson’s Best” awards. Many Tucson Originals are in the running and would appreciate your support!
http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
BUSHI (formerly Kampai Sushi) ~ 4689 E. Speedway ~ Ph: 325-6552
We welcome owners: Jeff Lang, Rebecca Parisi and Jordan Brown. Experience the tantalizing tastes of Japan at the new Bushi: Traditional Japanese and Asian Cuisine. Fresh Sushi presented by Master Sushi Chef Shunichi Funakoshiya will delight your palette as you dine in the ambiance of the Bushi inspired vision of the Five Japanese Elements. New and exciting Sake Martinis and Happy Hour Specials await you at Bushi.
(Photo (r) - Bushi plate

LAS BRASAS ~ 2928 E. 22nd Street ~ Ph: 881-6077
Welcome to Las Brasas’ Mexican food - a Tucson favorite for over 17 years. Using only the freshest, quality ingredients, menu items prepared in house daily include: Carne Asada, Grilled Chicken, Adobada, Tripas, Birria, and Chicharron, as well as tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tostadas, and menudo, all served with abundant helpings of charro-style beans and rice. The salsa bar features marinated red onions, cilantro, salsa picante, shredded cabbage and pico de gallo. A wide variety of domestic and foreign beers is always available. (Photo (l) - Mixed Grill from Las Brasas

Pasco Kitchen and Lounge ~ 820 E. University Blvd. ~ Ph: 882-8013
We welcome Chef Ramiro Scavo and Kelly Hadd, owners of Pasco Kitchen & Lounge. Offerings are “urban farm” inspired — traditional comfort food and drink, approached with an eye toward modern techniques and emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. For details and menus visit www.pascokitchen.com
(Photo (r) - Springtime Salad at Pasco

LA COCINA ~ Ph: 622-0351
Welcome to La Cocina at Old Town Artisans, 201 N. Court Ave in downtown Tucson. Owners, Jo Schneider and Lori Ryder are dedicated to producing “globally inspired, locally conscious” cuisine. La Cocina offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night, live music. http://lacocinatucson.com

MAGPIES IS BACK!
We are so pleased to welcome back Magpies Gourmet Pizza. The award-winning company has four locations, offers local delivery and an amazing selection of unique pies, calzones, salads and more. http://magpiesgourmetpizza.com (Photo (l) - Magpies Pizza

WHAT’S HOT
UA PRESENTS PARTNERSHIPS
Throughout the year, various Tucson Originals restaurants partner with UA Presents for special offerings to patrons. You can check with UA presents for upcoming shows and offers at http://uapresents.org

Kronos Quartet - April 3, Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails – hang out with members of the Kronos Quartet after the show with Chef Janos Wilder at his new downtown restaurant located at 135 S 6th Avenue. Phone 623-7700 Preservation Hall/Del McCoury April 9 ACACIA Real food and Cocktails – offering ticket holders for this concert a buy one get one offer on the day of the performance. Buy one entrée in the dining room or one item in the Bar from the Bar Menu and get the second one (of equal or lesser value) for free. 3001 E Skyline Drive . Phone 232-0101.

PUTTIN’ ON THE DOG
Tickets are now on sale for one of the best, most fun events of the year – Puttin’ on the Dog to benefit the Tucson Humane Society. It’s a great evening outdoors under the stars and an opportunity to enjoy food from all your favorite Originals, and help support the efforts of our local Humane Society. For details and to purchase tickets visit http://www.hssaz.org/site/PageServer?pagename=events_POD

WHAT’S COOKIN’
MASTER CHEF COOKING CLASSES – WINTER/SPRING 2011

• March 22nd – Chefs Jean-Claude and Gordon Berger ~ Le Rendezvous
• April 5th – Chef Albert Hall ~ Acacia
• April 19th – Chefs Marianne Baines and Jim Murphy ~ Bluefin & Kingfisher