Jackie Alpers interviewed in a Food & Wine Magazine culinary travel article on why Sonoran dogs are an important part of Tucson’s local food culture.
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Asian Spice: A Chinese American Dream by Jackie Alpers for Discover Marana
Your understanding about the origins of Chinese American food may be incorrect – mine certainly were. For...
Jackie Alpers for Serious Eats
Jackie Alpers contributes feature article, food photography and recipes to Serious Eats.
Addy Award Best in Show!
This Fall/Winter 2023 issue of Tucson Guide Magazine took home the award for best in show at this year’s ADDY Awards! I photographed the cover image for this issue. I could not be more thrilled for them and I am honored to work with such an amazing creative team. Congrats all!
Womens’ Work Cover Article by Jackie Alpers
Jackie Alpers is the author and photographer of the magazine article Womens’ Work.
Taste of Tucson: The Best Gifts for Foodies in AZ
Taste of Tucsonthe best gifts for foodies in Arizona, according to the editors at Eat This, Not That!
“Choosing just one dish in Arizona seems almost impossible. This state is flourishing with all kinds of rich dishes and cultures, and this cookbook reflects that. In particular, Arizonians will love the recipes for Adobo Pulled Pork, Red Pozole, and of course, Mini Chimichangas.”
NPR Interview With Taste of Tucson Cookbook Author Jackie Alpers
“…its collection of recipes from some of southern Arizona’s favorite spots offers the chance to make the home kitchen a creative place.” Steve Goldstein, host of The Show on NPR
Taste of Tucson Cookbook Wins RUSA Book and Media Award
Homey and yet polished, this small gem delivers a flavorful journey through southern Arizona cuisine
2020 International Color Photography Award for Food
Jackie Alpers was nominated in the food photography category of the 2020 International Photography Awards for my photo, Pate Bite With Basil
The Best Restaurants in Phoenix by Jackie Alpers for The Food Network
My updated Food Network guide to what and where to eat in Phoenix. Go beyond the cowboy steaks and...
Jackie Alpers Photography Featured on Lonely Planet
Tucson, Arizona America's best food cities for travelers on a budget It may not have made front-page news in...
The Best Cheap Eats in Phoenix, Arizona by Jackie Alpers
by Jackie Alpers for the Food Network The only real bagel in Arizona is in Scottsdale at the New Wave...
Jackie Alpers for the Food Network: 35 Must Try Dishes in Tucson, Arizona
Here's my guide to 10 can't miss Mexican inspired dishes in Tucson, Arizona. For the Food Network. Tucson,...
What to Eat in Arizona: Jackie Alpers for the Food Network
I’ve written and photographed a guide on what to eat in Arizona for the Food Network. "Grub in the Grand...
Sonoran Recipes and Food Photography by Jackie Alpers in Tucson LifeStyle Home & Garden Magazine
Tucson Lifestyle's Home & Garden Magazine asked me to develop and photograph recipes featuring corn,...
Feature Article in Edible Baja Arizona Magazine by Jackie Alpers
I have written and photographed my first feature article for Edible Baja Arizona Magazine that includes a...
Jackie Alpers On National Public Radio’s “Here & Now”
Learn how to eat a cactus. Kathy Gunst was on NPR's Here & Now on May 19th talking about prickly pear...
Food Photography by Jackie Alpers for National Geographic Book Project
Several of my photographs are included in, "Great American Eating Experiences: Local Specialties, Favorite...
Edible Baja Arizona Magazine: January, 2015 Food photography by Jackie Alpers
I have two features in this month's Edible Baja Arizona Magazine. For "The Plate" I selected and...
Jackie Alpers for the Food Network: 11 Must Try Dishes in Phoenix, Arizona
Go beyond the cowboy steaks and traditional Mexican fare – here are my 11 must try restaurant dishes that...
Top Photographers interpret Happiness for Reader’s Digest
Jackie Alpers photographs of things that make her happy for Reader’s Digest.
Bar Food Photos for Magazine Cover & Feature by Jackie Alpers
I’ve spent quite a bit of time sitting in bars, in the company of both friends and strangers, eating, drinking, talking (sometimes bit too much), and taking photos. I’ve put that experience to use in my latest photos for the feature, “Raising the Bar”. Here’s the cover, table of contents and opening spread.
CNN Fair Food Project Interview with Jackie Alpers
I had the great pleasure of discussing my Fair Food photo project with CNN Heath for a feature by Georgiann Caruso.
Good Morning America Feature: Decadant Foods From Across the USA!
Good Morning America is featuring my photo of a giant Chimichanga at the El Charro Cafe, (graciously modeled by my husband Jason), on their website.
Fair Food Documented by Jackie Alpers
My favorite fair food has all the qualities of a carnival freak show. It has elements of the unexpected; it’s bigger and weirder than the food I see everyday; and it evokes awe and borderline disgust. The more absurd the better. This is my second year documenting the food at my county fair, an
Burger Fever Magazine Cover and Feature Photography by Jackie Alpers
There are some crazy – big burgers in this town and I was elected to photograph them. I was more than a little surprised by what I found.
Chef Janos Wilder’s food photographed by Jackie Alpers for Sustainable Magazine
Janos Wilder supplied a recipe for Somen Noodles from his new restaurant Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails, to a beautiful new online green living magazine. I supplied the photo. You can get the recipe and check out the rest of the magazine at Sustainable Online Magazine.
My Hot Dog Obsession: El Guero Canelo
jackie Alpers writes about her hot dog obsession and conducts and photographs a taste test featuring local hot dog options.
Pizza! Pizza! Pizza! Pizza! Pizza!
Here are some images from my most recent cover story for the Tucson Guide Magazine. I got to eat a LOT of pizza. I’m a very lucky girl.
Sandwiches: Magazine Cover by Jackie Alpers
I visited an authentic South Philadelphia style cheesesteak shop, a combo Jewish/Italian deli, and a place whose name was inspired by The Lord of the Rings (Baggin’s). The sandwiches were are absurdly huge and extremely yummy, and I got to go behind the scenes and see how they were all made. You can read the whole article here: http://tinyurl.com/262zphx
Food photography by Jackie Alpers on the cover of Tucson Guide Magazine
I’ve been shooting for the Tucson Guide for a while now, but the new March issue marks my first cover. I love shooting for the Tucson Guide because it’s a way that I can help promote the restaurants in my community. It also gives me the opportunity to experience my own town like a tourist would – t
Jackie Alpers featured in Photo District News
I have been selected by the editors of PDN as one of their Top 10 Portfolios of the Month on PhotoServe.com.
Burger Joints
I was sent to Phoenix and Scottsdale to visit a variety of Burger Joints for a Valley Guide Magazine feature story and cover. Here are some of the images.
