As the first UNESCO designated Creative City of Gastronomy in the United States, it’s only fitting that Tucson would welcome a guest pop-up for the first taqueria to receive a Michelin star, Taquería El Califa De León. The 12 day event hosted by GrinGO and Agave House Modern Cocina was held at Main Gate Square on the corner of University Boulevard and Park Avenue, just west of the University of Arizona campus.
Organizer Brian Krupski, CEO and founder of the GrinGO app, said he chose the university location not only for the guaranteed foot traffic it would provide El Califa de León, but also for the attention it would draw to the entire area and surrounding businesses.
“So many Tucsonans don’t come to the Square and it’s a shame because there are so many great restaurants and shops that get overlooked. I wanted to get Tucsonans to venture out and I wanted to set off an economic spark for all the businesses on the Square. A rising tide lifts all boats,” Krupski said…