​What's pastry chef Tracy Dempsey been up to since she left Digestif? Find out what desserts she's whipping up at her new gig in Old Town Scottsdale in this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter.

We'll also have the scoop on two local Irish restaurants that offer more than just a spirit of craic (Irish for fun, entertainment and good conversation), and a west side pizza joint with a scrumptious white pie and a quaint, romantic location. 

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​Mesa may not exactly be known as the culinary capital of the East Valley -- yet! -- but it's catching up now that Boa Bistro, an offshoot of the popular Caffe Boa in downtown Tempe, is open. In this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter, Chef Payton Curry discusses menu updates and weekly dining specials at the new location. 

We'll also have info on a west side Mexican restaurant offering margaritas for less than a buck and a high-tension cooking flick that's headed to one local big screen. 

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​Looking for a healthy breakfast on the go? In this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter, we've got the scoop on a recently reopened restaurant that's dishing up coffee, TV dinners and breakfast grub with a side of retro flavor.

We'll also have info on three new burger joints in the East Valley and a wine tasting in Sunnyslope that encourages guests to broaden their viticultural horizons.   

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​Looking for a quiet dinner spot that's a little off the beaten path? In this week's Meal Ticket, we've got the scoop on a newly revamped restaurant in Carefree that's dishing up Mexican specialties like Cochinita Pibil and Mole Poblano.

We'll also have info on a new bar & grill in Chandler that's offering "monkey on a stick" and a roundup of upscale dinners and buffets throughout the Valley on Christmas Day.  

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​Headed to Glendale for a game, but don't want to deal with screaming bar crowds or kitschy tropical decor? In this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter, we'll profile a hot West Valley restuarant that's big on elegance, romance and traditional Italian food.

We'll also have the scoop on a local chef whose crab & fish burger propelled him to victory on a popular television show.

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​Sports fans have it easy when it comes to choosing restaurants -- sports bars are practically on every corner here in the Phoenix Metro. But finding an upscale restaurant where you can get your sports fix is another story. In this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter, find out which new steakhouse offers gourmet eats and a sports-themed menu to boot.

We'll also have a roundup of special places to take your family for Thanksgiving brunch or dinner, so you can make reservations before they fill up.

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​Tired of the same boring traditional turkey dinner for Thanksgiving? Try something different this holiday. In this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter, we've got the scoop on unusual holiday feasts, from a meat-free faux turkey dinner to the infamous "Turducken," a Cajun treat that's three meats in one.

We'll also have info on a new romantic Italian restaurant that's heating up the town with modern twists on classic comfort foods and a French bistro offering tasty, upscale alternatives to late-night pub grub.

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​Phoenix is known as a home of transplants, with much of its population having relocated from elsewhere in the country (or in the world). But if you're a Chicago native or an East Coaster, you'll feel right at home in a Glendale restaurant that specializes in Philly cheese steaks and Chicago-style dogs. Which one? You'll have to read this week's Meal Ticket dining newsletter to find out.

We'll also have info on a Phoenix restaurant that's the first in Arizona to pilot a new "wine on tap" program. Yes, we're talking about vino tapped straight from the keg and into your glass. It's new, it's fresh, and it's all the rage in cities such as LA and Atlanta.

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