"Inside Goodyear" podcast highlights the evolving culinary scene in Goodyear, according to influencer Melissa Anaya from EatDrinkAZ, showcasing the city's dining and entertainment growth.

Phoenix launches a food drive due to a SNAP halt, encouraging donations to combat food insecurity, with a dedicated webpage for participation instructions.

Phoenix partners with St. Mary's Food Bank to aid those impacted by the SNAP benefit suspension with a food drive. Mayor Gallego encourages community support.

Neighbors in Phoenix are turning Halloween into a food drive to help those affected by SNAP benefit cuts, with people distributing food alongside candy to assist those in need.

Phoenix reports 90% completion of its Food Action Plan goals, improving local food systems and access, as outlined in its 2025 Food Action Impact Report.

The opening of Mensho ramen restaurant in Westgate, Glendale, is delayed until November, with the mayor expressing pride in this addition to the local food scene.

Tokyo-based ramen brand MENSHO is set to open in Glendale's Westgate Entertainment District, offering authentic Japanese dishes with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Maricopa County health officials are cracking down on unpermitted food vendors after a rise in foodborne illnesses, seizing unsafe meat and closing some operations.

The FDA expanded a recall of frozen shrimp to nine states — including California and Massachusetts — after cesium-137 was detected in imported shipments. Consumers should check labels and dispose of or return affected packages.

Phoenix Public Library partners with Activate Food Arizona to bring Farm Express Mobile Market to branches, offering convenient access to healthy produce and accepting SNAP/EBT payments.

State Farm Stadium introduces new local eateries and gourmet options to the Arizona Cardinals' game-day food lineup, including express mobile ordering and Chef Mark Tarbell's tapas bar.

All Faith Community Services in Buckeye is experiencing a critical food shortage and has launched an emergency food drive to restock supplies and support low-income families.

Little Rituals in Phoenix was named the best hotel bar in the U.S. at the 2025 Spirited Awards, noted for its community connection and meticulous cocktail preparations.