Southern Az's Largest Local Culinary Festival - Live Music - Libations

SAVOR, one of the region's most revered culinary arts celebrations, is back this winter, offering a feast for the senses at the beautiful Tucson Botanical Gardens. This event is a collaboration between the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance, Local First Arizona, and the Tucson Botanical Gardens, designed to highlight Tucson's prestigious culinary scene and its deep connection to heritage foods. As a designated UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Tucson's food culture is rooted in centuries-old traditions, and SAVOR is the perfect opportunity to experience the rich tapestry of flavors and ingredients that make this region unique.
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The festival will feature over 60 of Southern Arizona's finest chefs, wineries, breweries, and local food purveyors, each offering exceptional tastings that showcase the diversity and creativity of the Southwest. Attendees will have the chance to indulge in a wide array of heritage foods, from native ingredients like tepary beans and mesquite flour to innovative dishes that celebrate Tucson's culinary evolution. Set against the backdrop of the vibrant floral blooms of the Tucson Botanical Gardens, SAVOR is more than just a foodie festival; it's a celebration of the region's cultural and culinary heritage, inviting the community to come together and appreciate the flavors that define Tucson as a City of Gastronomy.