Tucson Originals

Tucson Originals Founded in 1999, Tucson Originals Restaurants (TOR) are the independently owned fine dining and casual eateries that shape Tucson’s unique culinary landscape.

Tucson Originals preserves Tucson’s sense of place and supports its vibrant food community.

Some of our Tucson Originals members sat down and had a fun, silly & semi-serious time drinking Malört and talking about...
06/04/2026

Some of our Tucson Originals members sat down and had a fun, silly & semi-serious time drinking Malört and talking about food, restaurants, industry and nonsense. Check out our pilot episode on YouTube of “Malört and Malarkey”, featuring Anthony Rocco DiGrazia of Rocco's Little Chicago Pizzeria, Casey from Pinnacle Peak Tucson and El Corral, and Jacki Kuder from Kingfisher

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Let's gooo! We'll see you there 😍
06/02/2026

Let's gooo! We'll see you there 😍

Tucson’s most iconic cocktail event is back 🍹🌵 The World Margarita Championship at Westin La Paloma is the ultimate cocktail and culinary competition, where top chefs and mixologists bring bold margarita creations and signature bites to life.

Guests sip, savor, and vote while enjoying an immersive evening of flavor, artistry, and community. This is a 21+ only event.

Grab your tickets here: https://artstateaz.org/world-margarita-championship/

Win tickets! Come check out the Pizza Throwdown, this weekend… lots of amazing great local restaurants and beers! 🍻🍕
05/17/2026

Win tickets! Come check out the Pizza Throwdown, this weekend… lots of amazing great local restaurants and beers! 🍻🍕

Let win tickets to the Tucson Originals 2026 Pizza Throwdown and Dessert Duel on May 23rd. Free pizza, drinks, desserts, and showing local love!!

Just a few days left to snag your tickets!
05/15/2026

Just a few days left to snag your tickets!

It’s that time again, Tucson Originals Presents the 2026 Pizza Throwdown & Dessert Duel!

Tucson Originals returns with one of the city’s most anticipated food events: the 2026 Pizza Throwdown & Dessert Duel. Join us on Saturday, May 23rd from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria (3011 E Speedway Blvd) for a night of incredible local pizza, inventive desserts, craft beer and local wine.

This annual competition brings together some of Tucson’s top pizzerias and pastry pros for a friendly battle of flavor and creativity. Guests will enjoy unlimited samples of both pizza and desserts while casting their votes to decide who takes home this year’s Pizza Throwdown Champion and Dessert Duel Winner.

2026 Confirmed Participants Include:
Rocco’s Little Chicago
Mama’s Famous Pizza & Heros
Fiamme Pizzeria Napoletano
Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria
Zio Peppe Italian Sonoran
Mama Louisa’s
Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bistro
Empire Pizza
Dante’s Fire
Kingfisher

To complement the food, Barrio Brewing Co., Tirrito Farms and Flying Leap will be onsite pouring a lovely selection of local brews and wines. Tickets include three drink tickets plus unlimited tastings of pizza and desserts throughout the evening.

It’s that time again,

Tickets are available now at: https://pizzathrowdown2026.eventbrite.com

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