Kris Ann Valdez

Kris Ann Valdez is a Phoenix-based freelance journalist, born and raised in the Sonoran Desert, covering travel, food, and lifestyle. Her work has appeared in Business Insider, Matador Network, and Viator, among other outlets. You can find more of her writing at KrisAnnValdez.com and follow along on Instagram @krisannvaldezwrites, where she shares local finds, restaurant discoveries, and life in the Valley.

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September 9, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix Restaurant News: 7 Brew Eyes 41 Salad and Go Locations, Postino Gets Pickled, and Fall Flavors Arrive

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on Sept. 9
By Kris Ann Valdez

September 2, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on September 2.
By Kris Ann Valdez

August 27, 2026

The Best Stargazing at the 2026 Southwest Michelin Guide Awards

The 2026 Michelin Guide didn’t award any stars to Arizona restaurants, but we still received plenty of recognition. 
By Kris Ann Valdez

August 26, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on August 26. 
By Kris Ann Valdez

August 19, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on August 19. 
By Kris Ann Valdez

August 12, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on August 12. 
By Kris Ann Valdez

August 10, 2026

The Best End-of-Summer Restaurant Deals in Phoenix

Stretch your dining dollars with family-friendly back-to-school deals, happy hours, prix fixe menus, and limited-time specials at these restaurants.
By Kris Ann Valdez

August 5, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on August 5. 
By Kris Ann Valdez

July 29, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on July 29.
By Kris Ann Valdez

July 21, 2026

Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings, dished out on July 21.
By Kris Ann Valdez

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