Busboy Saves Customer’s Life
Lance Sauber, an aspiring firefighter, gave customer service a new meaning when he took advantage of his recent emergency medical technician (EMT) training to dislodge a piece of trapped food in order to save the life of George Holley, owner of Barbecues Galore. Only four days earlier, Sauber had started his job at McMahon’s Prime Steakhouse–which, they want you to know, has started selling a $19.95 hamburger. You can have it your way with top-end freshly ground prime beef, specialty porcini and morel mushrooms, and Gruyère cheese at 2959 N. Swan Road; 327-7463.
Mario’s Pizza Celebrates
October is both National Pizza Month and the 28th anniversary of Mario’s Pizza. Beginning Monday, Oct. 9, Mario’s will be giving away one free extra-large, one-item New York-style pizza every day for 28 days. Enter by filling out a form at 3157 N. First Ave. One lucky winner’s name will be pulled from the entry box every day. No purchase is necessary to enter and win; one entry per person. Open daily; 622-3668.
Argentina Heart and Soul
On Sunday, Oct. 15, Hacienda del Sol will honor Argentina with wine tasting, traditional barbecue and the live sounds of Incendio, a world-fusion Latin guitar group. It all happens in the courtyard from 4 to 7 p.m. $50 per person; 529-3500.
Lettuce Entertain You
If spinach is not back in the salad bowl yet, Tom Kusian, owner of the 17th Street Market, recommends butter lettuce. Butter lettuce is a good source of vitamin A and iron. The sounds of live jazz permeate the market on Fridays from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at 840 E. 17th St.; 792-2588.
$5 Oktoberfest Specials at Terra Cotta
When you dine at the bar during the month of October, fine ale-braised bratwurst and cabbage served with a warm fingerling German potato salad may be enjoyed for only $5. This very popular dish will be available daily from 4 p.m. until closing at 3500 E. Sunrise Drive; 577-8100.
Last Call for Tucson Culinary Festival
It happens this weekend. Call 622-0525, ext. 215, to buy tickets offline; view the schedule online.
This article appears in Oct 5-11, 2006.