Local Bartenders Compete and Shine at Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition

Last month, cocktail lovers and enthusiasts gathered at the DeSoto Central Market to see who would be declared the 2017 Arizona Star Bartender at the Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition. The bartenders took to the stage in heats to create a Read More …

10/15: DeSoto Central Market to Host Rock Out! An 80’s Rock-Inspired Benefit

On Saturday, October 15 from 7-10 pm, Emerging Leaders, a select group of professionals dedicated to advancing the mission of Phoenix Children’s Hospital through community engagement and philanthropy and DeSoto Central Market will host Rock Out! – an 80’s rock-inspired Read More …

Announcing the 2016 Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame Nominees

Save the date for the 25th annual Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame on Monday, March 28th. Presented by Scottsdale League for the Arts, this year’s star-studded soiree is going to be the biggest and best year yet with five newly Read More …

Robert Porter from Thirsty Camel Lounge Wins 2016 Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition

Robert Porter from The Phoenician’s Thirsty Camel Lounge took the top prize at the Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition on Sunday, February 28, at the DeSoto Central Market. Robert reached the final round by winning Heat 3 of the competition with Read More …

Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition Announces Finalists

The nine finalists have been determined for Round 2 of the Devour Phoenix Bartending Competition, presented by Devour Phoenix and Local First Arizona as part of the Devoured Culinary Classic week of events. The competition will take place on Sunday, Read More …