I never imagined that a desert road trip could end with the smell of briny butter and the sound of a sizzling grill, but there I was-standing on a sun‑baked patio, fork poised, about to dive into a plate that tasted like the ocean itself.
Arizona may be famous for its cacti and scorching afternoons, yet tucked away in its bustling towns are hidden culinary oases where the seafood is so fresh, so daring, it practically erases the heat of the Sonoran sky.
Join me as I wander from one savory secret to the next, discovering why these dishes make me forget I’m more than a few miles from the coast…