Calle Ajo Paella Y Mas

Calle Ajo offers exquisite tapas-style creations curated by Angelina Ramirez and Oakland-based chef Lyndsey Garcia of Plate Craft Catering, highlighting some of Spain’s most cherished culinary traditions with a Sonoran twist! Best shared among family and friends, paella stands as one of Spain’s most cherished culinary traditions. Hailing from Valencia, Spain, the authentic recipe features … Read more

UA Pasifika Collective

Pasifika Collective at the University of Arizona is excited to share food from the Pacific Islands with the Tucson community! Our student-run booth will feature a variety of island favorites, from savory dishes and Spam musubi to refreshing drinks and sweet treats. Stop by to enjoy some ono food while learning more about the cultures … Read more

A Picantear

Peruvian chef Helen Oberling has over 20 years experience, including a tenure at Chicha por Gastón Acurio in Arequipa, Peru. A graduate of the Instituto del Sur in Arequipa, specializing in Peruvian cuisine, Oberling’s early career was shaped by a mentorship under the legendary Mitsuharu “Micha” Tsumura and teachers Paquita Siu and Nilton Alcocer. Known … Read more

Los Poblanitos

Gustavo Luna first came to Tucson in 2017 as an exchange student at Pima Community College. When he read the description for Tucson Meet Yourself, something clicked. He knew he had to be a part of it, and that weekend spent as a volunteer at the festival ended up changing his life. On the third … Read more