There’s a heck of a lot of new things to do! Here are some of this month’s highlights. You can always check out ourEventssection on the website to see what’s going on any day of the week. Come out and enjoy HarvestFest 2024! $25/person Pre-Purchase (due to processing fees extra tickets will be added), $30/person on the day of, and includes a souvenir glass and eight tasting tickets. Live music will be played all day, food trucks will be on site, and grape stomping will take place at 1 p.m. They’re hosting a multi-course pairing prix fixe featuring beautiful wines from Sand-Reckoner and guided by owner Sarah Fox. This multi-course dinner will be offered alongside regular offerings. Sand Reckoner focuses on unique varietals that find gorgeous expressions in the high desert.HARVESTFEST 2024
Saturday, August 3
290 Elgin Canelo RD
SANDRECKONER WINE PAIRING PRIX FIXE
Sunday, August 4
198 W. Cushing St.
PRIMAVERA COOKS! — ZIO PEPPE
Tuesday, August 6
6502 E. Tanque Verde Rd.
“Come join us at Zio Peppe on Tuesday, August 6 at 6:30 p.m. for another Primavera Cooks! event! We’re excited to partner with Zio Peppe, where tradition meets innovation, serious collides with playful, and gourmet converges with casual. Diners will enjoy a multi-course meal prepared by one of Tucson’s finest chefs and several apprentices.
“Each apprentice chefis responsible for invitingfive gueststo the dinner to share in this culinary adventure. Please make sure to purchase the five diner tickets and distribute them to your guests or coordinate with your guests to make sure they purchase them while they are still available.”
MOVIE AT THE PARK
Saturday, August 10
800 S. Concert Place
Summer Party In The Park With The Loft Cinema!
“Save the Date: Join us for a free, fun-filled Summer night under the stars! Enjoy a screening of the 1993 Summer classic “The Sandlot”, courtesy of The Loft Cinema, plus delicious food from local food trucks, popcorn, and refreshing beer!”
SPIRITS OF MEXICO — FIVE-COURSE DINNER AT THE GARDEN BISTRO
Thursday, August 15
7366 N. Paseo del Norte
“This August, enjoy locally sourced fare expertly paired with the tasty offerings ofCompa Spirits y Vino, a family-owned boutique importer and distributor of Mexican spirits and wine. Each course is carefully crafted by beverage experts and Bistro chefs to create a perfectly balanced dining experience.”
AUGUST CRAFT AND WINE FAIR AT OLD PUEBLO CELLARS
Sunday, August 18
10088 N. Saint Patrick Rd.
“Join us for the Wine and Craft Fair at Old Pueblo Cellars on August 18th from noon to 5:30 pm! Enjoy charcuterie boards, wine tastings, and explore unique handmade crafts from local vendors. The event will be held at 10088 N Saint Patrick Rd, Tucson, AZ 85742. Free entry, but reservations are required for tastings.”
ZOE POP-UP DINNER
Friday, August 23
2660 N. Campbell Ave.
MENU:
- Capri sun Cocktail
- Gazpacho 2.0 – melon, proscuitto, creme fraiche
- Arancini – saffron tomato ragout
- Raviolo – goat cheese and lemon
- Duck – butternut mole and flowers
- Zeppole – monsoon ganache
SALSA, TEQUILA & TACO CHALLENGE
Saturday, August 24
10000 N. Oracle Rd.
Presented by SAACA & El Conquistador, A Hilton Resort, the 11th Annual Salsa, Tequila, & Taco Challenge is bound to elevate cocktail craft and culinary creativity once again. Attendees of this trademark culinary competition can anticipate a variety of unique food and cocktail samples ready for their enjoyment. Previous iterations of this event hosted such master-craft creations as salsa infused with chicharrónes, a dulce de leche dessert taco, and even a watermelon Sour Patch Kids Margarita!
Over 700 enthusiastic attendees celebrate the community at this vibrant event, voting for the best salsa, tequila, and tacos crafted by acclaimed mixologists and chefs. This event masterfully combines culinary artistry, live music, captivating entertainment like live lucha libre wrestling, live artist painting, and rich local culture, making it one of Southern Arizona’s most colorful summer food festivals!
WHISKEY PAIRING DINNER AT THE WESTWARD LOOK RESORT
Friday, August 30
245 E. Ina Rd.
“Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Del Bac Whiskey Dinner, hosted by Westward Look Resort! Indulge in a luxurious four-course meal expertly paired with exquisite Del Bac whiskeys. From the welcome cocktail to the delectable dessert, every bite is designed to elevate your dining experience.”
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