Chef of the Month
Jonathan Landeen is one of Tucson’s most beloved chefs and a founding member of the Tucson Originals. As the owner, with his wife Colette, of the legendary Jonathan’s Cork for over 18 years, Chef Landeen’s outstanding cuisine keeps his guests happy year round. His popular Barbecue classes, Patio Pig dinners, over the top wine dinners and support of many local good causes keeps this guy busy year round. http://www.tucsonsoriginals.com ~ Read More
GIFT CERTS
Many thanks to those of you who participated in the gift certificate sale this week. For those of you who missed it-we still have some great values available. Holidays are on their way so stock up early and give the gift of good taste! http://tucsonoriginals.com
Jonathan’s Cork
1/2 price on all Bottled wines Thursday, Sept 22nd and Thursday Sept. 29th
Tucson Tamale
You can now enjoy Breakfast at Tucson Tamale Company every Sunday from 8am -1pm (open for lunch until 3pm). Enjoy amazing tamale focused dishes including Huevos Ranchero, Tamales and Eggs, Tomale Omelets and more. Each dish comes with fresh fruit and pinto or black beans
Arizona Restaurant Week
You won’t want to miss the delicious offerings from various Tucson Originals participating AZ Restaurant week this week through Sept. 25th including Acacia, Bluefin, Bushi, Dakota, Feast, Harvest Moon, Harvest Moon, Jonathan’s, Kingfisher, Lodge on the Desert, Mama Louisa’s, Maynards, Pastiche and Tavolino. For details visit the website at http://arizonarestaurantweek.com/participating-restaurants.
Tucson Culinary Festival
Check out all the exciting events coming up next month at the 2011 Tucson Culinary Festival. Details for all events can be found online at http://www.tucsonculinaryfestival.com.
- The 6th annual World Margarita Championship™.
- Thursday October 27th, 6-9pm.
- The Patio of Maynards Market and Kitchen at the Historic Train Depot ~ 400 N. Toole.
- *NEW * An Original Adventure!
- Friday October 28th
- Reserve & Grand Tasting
- Saturday October 29th, Reserve Tasting: 5-6pm; Grand Tasting: 6-9pm.
- The Grand Lounge and Ballroom at Loews Ventana Canyon.
- The Grand Tasting $65pp/$75pp at the door, The Reserve & Grand tasting $90pp/$100pp at the door.
- The 5th Annual Copper Chef Challenge and BBQ
- Sunday October 30th, 11-3pm.
- Kiva Patio at Loews Ventana Canyon.
Two and Three Day Passes are available as well as special room rates from our host hotel Loews Ventana Canyon.
Buy your tickets today! http://tucsonculinaryfestival.com/tickets.shtml.
Thank You To Our Wonderful Sponsoring Partners
- Presenting Sponsor: CASINO DEL SOL
- Copper Chef Challenge: US FOODSERVICE, CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF
- Host Hotel: LOEWS VENTANA CANYON
- Grand and Reserve Tasting Sponsors: UBS, FROSTINGS
- Product Sponsors: FIJI WATER, SNAPPLE,TRADER JOES, WHOLE FOODS, CABOT CREAMERY
- Friend of the Festival Sponsor: BEACH FLEISCHMAN
- Travel Sponsor: LEGENDARY WORLD TRAVEL
- Local Transportation Sponsor: PUEBLO TRANSPORTATION AND TOURS
- Raffle Donors: LEGENDARY WORLD TRAVEL, TRADER JOES, TUCSON ORIGINALS, ANALON COOKWARE
- Media Sponsors: KOLD NEWS 13, CLEAR CHANNEL, MADDEN MEDIA, ARIZONA DAILY STAR, ADVISION, UNIVISION/TELEFUTURA, TUCSON LIFESTYLE, BIZ TUCSON, DESERT LEAF, ZOCALO, YELP, TUCSONNOTEBOOK,COM, GREEN LIVING AZ MAGAZINE, WINEINQUIRER,COM, YELP, ON MEDIA
- Media Marketing Partners: CO-OP WEB, DAY NIGHT GRAPHIC DESIGN, PROVENTURES MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
For direct links to all our partners visit the Culinary Festival Website: http://www.tucsonculinaryfestival.com.
Chili Cook-off For a Great Cause
Saturday, October 15th Noon to 2pm ~ It’s the 7th Annual Fun Chili Cook Off at Jonathan’s Cork located at 6320 E. Tanque Verde. Join Jonathan and his Tucson Original friends at the Cork as they whip up their personal favorite Chile recipes. For $10 per person, you get to judge who has the best! Participating members are Jonathan’s Cork, Brushfire BBQ Co, Bushi Sushi, Chad’s Steakhouse, Renee’s Organic Oven, Frankies South Philly, Pastiche, Ric’s Cafe, and Risky Business, It’s all to benefit the AZ Sportsman’s Fund, “Send a Kid to Camp” program. For details call 296-1631.
Tucson Originals Master Cooking Classes
The Fall session of master classes is underway...one spot is still left for the remainder of the season. Please contact Colette Landeen for details. tucsonoriginals@gmail.com.
- Sept. 20th – Ryan Clark ~ Lodge On The Desert.
- Oct. 4th – Aric and Josh Mussman ~ Vero Amore/Noble Hops
- Oct. 18th – Darryl Wong ~ Lotus Garden
- Nov. 1st – Ramiro Scavo ~ Pasco Kitchen & Lounge
- Nov. 15th – Doug Levy ~ Feast
- Nov. 29th – Chefs Shunichi Funkoshiya and Andre Warren ~ Bushi
CHEFS SCENE AROUND TOWN
“On the Menu Live” with Matt Russell ~ KJLL 1330AM ~ Thursdays 5–6pm
- September 29th – Rebecca Parisi ~ Bushi Traditional Japanese Cuisine
- October 27th – Live at the 2011 Tucson Culinary Festival
“Wake-up Tucson” with Joe Higgins and Chris DeSimone ~ KVOI 1030AM ~ Fridays ~ 7am-730am
- September 23rd – Frankie Santos ~ Frankie’s South Philly Cheesesteaks
“What’s for lunch?” KOLD–TV Channel 13 ~ Mondays ~ 12:00–12:30
- October 3rd – Frankie Santos ~ Frankie’s South Philly Cheesesteaks
- October 24th – Doug Levy ~ Feast
Harlow Gardens – Chef Demonstrations ~ Saturdays ~ 2:00–3:00
- October 1st – Rocco DiGrazia ~ Rocco’s Little Chicago