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Day: February 1, 2011

Yelp of the day

Kelly F. on Lakeside Bar & Grill in Peoria: I ordered a burger and the server asked what kind of cheese I would like and I asked for American.  She said, “Do you mean cheddar?”  I said, “No, American Cheese.”

Quick bites

With Valentine’s Day approaching, Republic nightlife editor Megan Finnerty reveals her picks for the Valley’s best singles bars. [AZ Central] The second annual Caramelpalooza will be held March 17 in the Smeeks parking lot in Phoenix. [New Times] Gwen Ashley

Monti’s hosts monthly chef series

Monti’s La Casa Vieja in Tempe is celebrating its 55th anniversary with the help of some of the Valley’s top chefs. Each month, a visiting chef will serve a special dinner menu for one night. Eddie Matney (Eddie’s House) will

An early look at Big Earl’s BBQ

David Tyda takes an early look inside soon-to-open Big Earl’s BBQ in Old Town Scottsdale and talks to chef-owner James Porter about his latest project. Construction tour: Big Earl’s BBQ [Eater AZ] Big Earl’s BBQ [restaurant website]

Bidwill family buys Tom’s Tavern

The Bidwill family, owners of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals, have bought the recently closed Tom’s Tavern in downtown Phoenix and plan to reopen the 80-year-old restaurant. Tom’s most recent owner, Michael Ratner, put the restaurant up for sale last year