The event to beat all events is Devoured Phoenix. Every year the tickets sell out almost immediately and this year was no exception. For an event that occurs in March but sells out the December before is quite a feat for any event. It is simple proof that Devoured is a hugely popular and well-orchestrated foodie event. Held at the Phoenix Art Museum, adds a level of sophistication to the event but don’t be fooled, the event is as casual as can be. Everyone is welcome to indulge in the best local restaurants and chefs’ creations. From shorts and t-shirts to button ups and jeans, from sun dresses to tank tops, a little bit of every type of person descended into Uptown Phoenix on Sunday and Saturday this past weekend. It’s part of the charm of the event. From squid to burgers, there was a little bit of every type of food to feed everyone.
There were some of our usual favorites including; Beckett’s Table, Southern Rail, Postino, LGO, The Gladly, and Cowboy Caio, just to name a few. But the best part are the others you may not have heard of but we guarantee you will be happy you know them now; Maizie’s Café, Hula’s, Phoenix City Grille, Otro, GreenNami. The list really is endless of all the options this past weekend. We compiled an album of our favorite pics below, we hope you enjoy them!
The event wouldn’t be complete without some voting and winners declared, here are the winners from each day:
SATURDAY
Best Overall Presentation: Il Terrazzo at the Phoenician
Most Creative Booth: (tie) Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails AND Cibo
Best Dish: Roka Akor
Most Unique Dish: Roka Akor
Best Dessert: The Henry
Best Great Hall Exhibitor: Doc’s Ice Cream
Best Demo: (tie) Sassi AND Cartwrights Sonoran Ranch House
Grand Prize – Best of the Best: Roka Akor
SUNDAY
Best Overall Presentation: Kai Restaurant at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
Most Creative Booth: Tuck Shop
Best Dish: Elote Cafe
Most Unique Dish: Hana Japanese Eatery
Best Dessert: Windsor/Churn
Best Great Hall Exhibitor: Pistol Whipped Pastry
Best Demo: Barrio Urbano
Grand Prize – Best of the Best: Hana Japanese Eatery
So put your reminder on the calendar now, you’ll want to get your ticket before they sell out again next year.