SAVOR returned to the Tucson Botanical Gardens on Saturday, January 24, 2026, bringing together Southern Arizona’s most exciting chefs, vintners, brewers, distillers, and food artisans for a vibrant celebration of place, culture, and community.
Co-presented by Art State Arizona, Local First Arizona, and Tucson Botanical Gardens, SAVOR is more than a tasting event—it’s a living expression of Tucson’s designation as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. Set within the lush gardens, guests explored bold flavors rooted in heritage ingredients, local sourcing, and culinary creativity, all while supporting Arizona’s homegrown food economy.
🌮🍷 Festival Highlights
• 60+ chefs, wineries, breweries, and artisan food producers
• Heritage ingredients from the Sonoran Desert and borderlands
• Craft cocktails, Arizona wines, and local beer
• Vegan, vegetarian, and culturally diverse offerings
• Immersive garden setting at Tucson Botanical Gardens
🌱 Community Impact
• Towards Zero Waste Initiative in partnership with UArizona Compost Cats
• Proceeds supporting local arts, food sustainability, and community programs
• Showcasing Arizona’s creative and culinary economy as cultural infrastructure
👨🍳 Featured Participants Include:
Agustin Kitchen • Boca by Chef Maria Mazon • Barrio Brewing Co. • Kingfisher Bar & Grill • El Corral • La Luz at Westin La Paloma • Whiskey Del Bac • Los Milics Vineyards • Button Brew House • Seis Kitchen • Yellow Brick Coffee • Tucson Chocolate Factory
…and many more incredible Arizona makers and chefs.
A heartfelt thank you to the chefs, beverage partners, sponsors, volunteers, and food lovers who made SAVOR 2026 an unforgettable celebration of Tucson’s culinary soul. We’ll see you next year for another taste of Arizona.
Video and Photography by Kat Kwan.
🤝 Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
This event is made possible by the generous support of our community partners and sponsors:
OneAZ Credit Union
City of Tucson
Trulieve
HUSTL
Southwest Gas
Pima Federal Credit Union
Superior Water Treatment
Apex Windows & Bath
Tucson Foodie
Shamrock Foods
Bustos Media, LLC
Arizona Daily Star
Tucson Weekly
Pomegranate Press
Yelp
Arizona Lotus Corp
Hensley Beverage Company
Lyft
Captain’s Food Service & Catering Supplies
Zen WTR
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