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Barbata is a downstairs addition to chef Tyler Fenton's restaurant, BATA, serving European-inspired appetizers, desserts and craft cocktails. Read more»
Last Friday night, Borderlands Brewing Company's taproom opened it's doors for the release party of the 2nd edition of Las Hermanas beer. Read more»
In 2020, women from both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border made history with the first collaboration between all-female brewers. Two years later, they were back in Tucson, creating a second edition of "Las Hermanas" beer. Read more»
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Pima County's nightly coronavirus curfew has been blocked by a judge, who found that the December resolution of the Board of Supervisors to mitigate the rise in COVID-19 cases was "not statutorily authorized," and violated Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey's executive orders. Read more»
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If local wineries and vineyards have their way, the Verde Valley will soon be designated as a federally recognized American Viticultural Area.. Read more»
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