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Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Commits $1.5 Million in Local First Arizona to Strengthen Arizona's Local Food System
PHOENIX (Aug 26, 2026) — Local First Arizona, the state's leading nonprofit champion of independent businesses and inclusive economic development, announces a three-year, $1.5M partnership with Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation to advance a statewide effort to strengthen Arizona's local food system, expand access to healthy food, and elevate the state's culinary talent.
Devour Culinary Classic Names 2026 Winners
PHOENIX (Feb. 23, 2026) – Local First Arizona announces the winners of the 18th annual Devour Culinary Classic, an event showcasing more than 100 of Arizona’s top restaurants and purveyors. The gathering was held Feb. 21–22 at Desert Botanical Garden in partnership with Art State Arizona.
Arizona’s Most Celebrated Culinary Event Returns Feb. 21-22 to Desert Botanical Garden
PHOENIX (Oct. 08, 2025) — The desert’s most anticipated culinary weekend returns this February as Local First Arizona presents the 18th annual Devour Culinary Classic, taking place Feb. 21–22, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Desert Botanical Garden.