Justin
@justin-eats.bsky.social
Food and travel. Writer, former dining critic, enthusiast. Also on IG/TT at @JustinEats.
Past: Phoenix Magazine, Phoenix Home and Garden, Modern Luxury Scottsdale, Phaidon Press, Experience Scottsdale
Past: Phoenix Magazine, Phoenix Home and Garden, Modern Luxury Scottsdale, Phaidon Press, Experience Scottsdale
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🔗: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/new-michelin-guide-is-coming-to-arizona-40627676/
Phoenix restaurants could earn Michelin stars for the first time in 2026.
Phoenix restaurants could earn Michelin stars for the first time in 2026.
December 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🔗: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/new-michelin-guide-is-coming-to-arizona-40627676/
Phoenix restaurants could earn Michelin stars for the first time in 2026.
Phoenix restaurants could earn Michelin stars for the first time in 2026.
Congrats Mister Pio on making @eater.bsky.social’s list of Best New Restaurants this year. Phoenix proud; well deserved. 🌵 youtu.be/DytI6AwqYHw?...
This Peruvian Chicken Spot Is One of the Country's Best New Restaurants — The Experts
YouTube video by Eater
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November 23, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Congrats Mister Pio on making @eater.bsky.social’s list of Best New Restaurants this year. Phoenix proud; well deserved. 🌵 youtu.be/DytI6AwqYHw?...
“It’s a reflection of us falling in love…and collecting recipes along the way,” says Yotaka. “We just want to show what we like.” Congrats to @foodandwine.com Best New Chef Yotaka Martin of Lom Wong in #Phoenix #fwbnc www.foodandwine.com/2025-best-ne...
This Is One of the Most Compelling Thai Restaurants in America — And It Doesn’t Serve Pad Thai
Don't expect a menu of familiar Thai dishes at this homely and vibrant restaurant in Phoenix. Instead discover flavor-packed microregional dishes from Chiang Rai, Kanchanaburi, and the Andaman Sea, in...
www.foodandwine.com
September 11, 2025 at 8:18 AM
“It’s a reflection of us falling in love…and collecting recipes along the way,” says Yotaka. “We just want to show what we like.” Congrats to @foodandwine.com Best New Chef Yotaka Martin of Lom Wong in #Phoenix #fwbnc www.foodandwine.com/2025-best-ne...
World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for 2025 announced last week. Read full list: www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News... #Worlds50Best #50BestRestaurants
June 23, 2025 at 5:13 PM
World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for 2025 announced last week. Read full list: www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News... #Worlds50Best #50BestRestaurants
Congrats and lots of local #Phoenix love for chef Yotaka Martin of Lom Wong! 🌵❤️ James Beard Foundation’s 2025 “Best Chef Southwest”.
From @phoenixnewtimes.com: www.phoenixnewtimes.com/restaurants/... #dtphx #myphx
From @phoenixnewtimes.com: www.phoenixnewtimes.com/restaurants/... #dtphx #myphx
Phoenix chef Yotaka 'Sunny' Martin of Lom Wong wins James Beard Award
The Phoenix chef won in the category of Best Chef - Southwest at the 2025 James Beard Awards.
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
June 17, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Congrats and lots of local #Phoenix love for chef Yotaka Martin of Lom Wong! 🌵❤️ James Beard Foundation’s 2025 “Best Chef Southwest”.
From @phoenixnewtimes.com: www.phoenixnewtimes.com/restaurants/... #dtphx #myphx
From @phoenixnewtimes.com: www.phoenixnewtimes.com/restaurants/... #dtphx #myphx
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Of course, there are more than 100 amazing restaurants in New York. But these best answered: Where would we send our friends? Which places are worth a splurge? Here's the full list of the 100 best restaurants in New York City: https://trib.al/riYUaI2
June 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Of course, there are more than 100 amazing restaurants in New York. But these best answered: Where would we send our friends? Which places are worth a splurge? Here's the full list of the 100 best restaurants in New York City: https://trib.al/riYUaI2
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 “Best New Restaurants in the World” list out:
The 2025 Hot List: The Best New Restaurants in the World
This year's best new dining destinations, from New Orleans to Sydney.
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-new-restaurants-in-the-world-hot-list-2025?client_service_name=cond̩+nast+traveler&client_service_id=31197&service_user_id=1.78e+16&supported_service_name=instagram_publishing&utm_medium=social&utm_social_type=owned&utm_brand=cnt&utm_source=instagram&utm_content=instagram-bio-link
April 25, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 “Best New Restaurants in the World” list out:
“Beloved Tucson baker Don Guerra, named best baker in the country by the James Beard Foundation in 2022, has opened Don Guerra's Barrio Bagel and Slice in Gilbert.” (@azcentral.com) #Gilbert #Arizona
An exclusive 1st look at award-winning baker Don Guerra's Barrio Bagel & Slice
Award-winning baker Don Guerra offers bagels, torta and focaccia sandwiches and pizzas at his new drive-thru restaurant in Gilbert. What to try first.
www.azcentral.com
April 9, 2025 at 4:17 AM
“Beloved Tucson baker Don Guerra, named best baker in the country by the James Beard Foundation in 2022, has opened Don Guerra's Barrio Bagel and Slice in Gilbert.” (@azcentral.com) #Gilbert #Arizona
Two 2025 #JBF Phoenix-area finalists, both worthy of the recognition—and potential win. ❤️🌵 #jamesbeard
I'm thrilled to see Phoenix talent recognized on the national stage! Congrats to Crystal Kass of Valentine and Yotaka Martin of Lom Wong on becoming 2025 James Beard Award finalists. You represent the excellence and innovation that define our food scene.
2 Phoenix chefs named 2025 James Beard Award finalists
Arizona's 15 semifinalists were narrowed down to two. Here's who made it to the final round of the prestigious food awards.
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
April 7, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Two 2025 #JBF Phoenix-area finalists, both worthy of the recognition—and potential win. ❤️🌵 #jamesbeard
“…a wine retail shop, wine bar and casual French bistro all under one roof.” [at Jamie’s Bottle Shop in #Scottsdale] (Cc: @georganny.bsky.social / @phoenixnewtimes.com)
New wine shop, French bistro opens in Scottsdale from Wrigley Mansion owner
Jamie Hormel's latest venture will offer a vast wine selection, personalized charcuterie boards and French bistro fare.
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
April 1, 2025 at 2:56 AM
“…a wine retail shop, wine bar and casual French bistro all under one roof.” [at Jamie’s Bottle Shop in #Scottsdale] (Cc: @georganny.bsky.social / @phoenixnewtimes.com)
Makes me squirm a bit. A-okay with a little “dusting off”—the place is in need of some TLC and especially hasn’t been the same since 2020/Covid—but there’s a balance. Few places in Phoenix trigger the sentimental like Durant’s. www.phoenixnewtimes.com/restaurants/... Cc: @phoenixnewtimes.com #phx
Durants has temporarily closed. New owners take over the legendary steakhouse
Durants opened 75 years ago and now, new owners "intend to bring a renaissance" to the iconic Phoenix restaurant.
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
February 27, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Makes me squirm a bit. A-okay with a little “dusting off”—the place is in need of some TLC and especially hasn’t been the same since 2020/Covid—but there’s a balance. Few places in Phoenix trigger the sentimental like Durant’s. www.phoenixnewtimes.com/restaurants/... Cc: @phoenixnewtimes.com #phx
Quite a supersized list of James Beard semifinalists from Arizona this year. Great to see the local love, but, clearly, impacts of democratizing the voting process are being seen. Interesting! #JBF (Cc: @azcentral.com) www.azcentral.com/story/entert...
'Mind-blowing': 15 Arizona chefs, restaurants are James Beard Award semifinalists
Little Rituals, Chilte and Lom Wong are among the semifinalists for 2025 James Beard Awards, including Best Chef — Southwest and Best New Bar.
www.azcentral.com
January 22, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Quite a supersized list of James Beard semifinalists from Arizona this year. Great to see the local love, but, clearly, impacts of democratizing the voting process are being seen. Interesting! #JBF (Cc: @azcentral.com) www.azcentral.com/story/entert...
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The James Beard Foundation just dropped the full list of semifinalist nominees for 2025.
Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists
Here’s who made the list this year
www.eater.com
January 22, 2025 at 3:35 PM
The James Beard Foundation just dropped the full list of semifinalist nominees for 2025.
For my F&B/hospitality friends in search of a worthy, industry-specific organization to help those affected/displaced by the Los Angeles fires, see link below. 🖤 (*also follow “@anotherroundanotherrally” on IG)
give.anotherroundanotherrally.org/campaign/dis...
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January 11, 2025 at 12:37 AM
For my F&B/hospitality friends in search of a worthy, industry-specific organization to help those affected/displaced by the Los Angeles fires, see link below. 🖤 (*also follow “@anotherroundanotherrally” on IG)
give.anotherroundanotherrally.org/campaign/dis...
give.anotherroundanotherrally.org/campaign/dis...