Posted by Kimberly Hundley, Squid Gal

Hi, I’m Squid Gal, lover of all things Calamari. For years I’ve fantasized about spilling ink on the world’s best appetizer and where to find worthy specimens. As we calamari devotees know, this dish rarely comes cheap, and experimentation often means doling out at least a sawbuck for a plate of greasy squid gum. I’m in the process of launching SquidBistro.com, where calamari lovers across the nation can compare notes, read recipes, chef interviews, etc.

But in the meantime, let’s blog Calamari!

Our starting point, ladies and gents, is Phoenix, Arizona, my home, far from the sea yet awash in calamari. My first destination will be Catch 22 Sports Grill, a nifty newish sports bar in North Phoenix. I’ve heard good things–but can a neighborhood pub plastered with plasma TVs and sports promotions pull off a decent calamari?

These guys are pretty gutsy. I’m apprehensive this could be a cala-sorry experience

God, let the calories be worth it.