HAVE AN “ORIGINAL” THANKSGIVING

Be to check the list of Thanksgiving offerings on the website where you will find everything from house-made Turduckens at Brushfire, to Pumpkin Tamales at Tucson Tamale, family style feasts to fabulous multi course celebrations, whole dinners to go and much more…. ‘Like’ us on Facebook and check out the entire list.

VENICE RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA

• Holiday Gift Certificate Special 11/15/2011 to 12/30/2011
• $25.00 for $20.00 ~ $50.00 for $40.00 ~ $100.00 for $80.00
• New - 7’ Personal Size Pizza $7.50 plus .25 cents each topping
• Happy Hour Every Day 3-7 P.M. Well drinks $3.00, Wine 1/2 Carafe $8.00, Beer Domestic Long Necks $2.00
• Wings - Four kinds - Hot, Mild, and Sweet Chili 12 / $7.50 Dozen
• Friday - Wine Special - 25% off all House Wines
• Saturday - 1/2 off Appetizers 4-9 P.M.

LODGE ON THE DESERT

Join Chef Ryan Clark and his former CIA colleague and winner of Hell’s Kitchen Season Four – Chef Christina Machamer, on Thursday, December 8th at Lodge on the Desert. These two exceptional culinary talents will collaborate on a fabulous four course dinner paired with wines from B Cellars in Napa. Cost is $85 per person ++. Reservations are a must. Call 320-2014 http://www.lodgeonthedesert.com.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

We hope you will help us welcome the latest additions to the Tucson Original family….

THE ARIZONA INN

The legendary Arizona Inn is an historic resort spread over 14 tranquil acres of gardens, flowers and lawns in the heart of mid-town Tucson at 2200 E Elm. The Inn offers AAA Four Diamond Award winning dining in the Main Dining Room featuring cathedral-ceiling and fireplace as well as the more intimate Catlin Room with views of the gardens. The Dining Room provides legendary service in an elegant yet comfortable setting for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Chef Allison combines classic cuisine with seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques. The menus change with the seasons to feature the freshest ingredients. Wine Spectator has recognized the wine list with an Award of Excellence. The Audubon Bar, with live piano music nightly and patio seating, provides a perfect setting for enjoying a classic cocktails. Phone: 520.325.1541 ~ http://www.arizonainn.com.

MAMA’S HAWAIIAN BAR-B-CUE

Whether you are a weary Wildcat looking for some cheap eats near campus or out for dinner with the family, you will be sure to find something you like at Mama’s. The menu features traditional Hawaiian lunches, homemade desserts and a daily special with island flair. Mama’s serves the full menu seven days a week. Catering available for all size groups. (2 locations) 850 E. Speedway and 15990 South Rancho Sahuarita.

Get the details at http://www.mamashawaiianbbq.com/ ~ phone 520-792-2350.

GREEK TAVERNA ON SWAN

Located at 3225 N. Swan, Greek Taverna on Swan is locally owned by the Markou family. George Markou, executive chef, shares his mom and dad’s traditional cooking through his menu. Greek Taverna offers a variety of Greek dishes, many of them introduced to Tucson for the first time, like Spetzofai, or Riganato. A semi-casual dining room with wine and beer, the restaurant is available for rental by large parties and catering is available for pick up or delivery. Learn more about Greek Taverna at http://www.greektaverna.biz.