Tucson Originals 2026 Pizza Throwdown and Dessert Duel

Tucson Originals

Tucson Originals Presents the 2026 Pizza Throwdown & Dessert Duel!

Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria

Tucson Originals returns with one of the city’s most anticipated food events: the 2026 Pizza Throwdown &amp; Dessert Duel. Join us on Saturday, May 23rd from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Fresco Pizzeria &amp; Pastaria (3011 E Speedway Blvd) for a night of incredible local pizza, inventive desserts, craft beer and local wine.This annual competition brings together some of Tucson’s top pizzerias and pastry pros for a friendly battle of flavor and creativity. Guests will enjoy unlimited samples of both pizza and desserts while casting their votes to decide who takes home this year’s Pizza Throwdown Champion and Dessert Duel Winner.2026 Confirmed Participants Include:<ul><li>Rocco’s Little Chicago</li></ul><ul><li>Jaime's Pizza Kitchen</li><li>Fiamme Pizzeria Napoletano</li><li>Fresco Pizzeria &amp; Pastaria</li><li>Zio Peppe Italian Sonoran</li><li>Mama Louisa's</li><li>Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bistro</li><li>Empire Pizza</li></ul><ul><li>Dante’s Fire</li><li>Kingfisher </li></ul>To complement the food, Barrio Brewing Co., Tirrito Farms and Flying Leap will be onsite pouring a lovely selection of local brews and wines. Tickets include three drink tickets plus unlimited tastings of pizza and desserts throughout the evening.Tickets are available now at:<a href="https://pizzathrowdown2025.eventbrite.com/" title="https://pizzathrowdown2025.eventbrite.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> </a><a href="https://pizzathrowdown2026.eventbrite.com" title="https://pizzathrowdown2026.eventbrite.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://pizzathrowdown2026.eventbrite.com</a>For more details, visit<a href="http://www.tucsonoriginals.com/" title="http://www.tucsonoriginals.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> tucsonoriginals.com</a>

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