iconic fondant cakes, cupcakes and sugar cookies. Her baked goods can be shipped nationwide and are available at AJ’s Fine Foods. There is an artistic quality to Coe’s culinary creations. “My mom is an artist, and I’m influenced and inspired by color, design and nature. My work as a chef is a creative outlet for me,” she said. In February 2021, Coe opened Hot Daisy Pizza, offering slices and pies to go in the Roosevelt Row neighborhood, along with her cakes, cookies and cupcakes. She has been working on this concept for a few years and is encouraged by the response. TAMMIE COE EXPANDS TO PIZZA Tammie Coe has been one of Arizona’s most prolific pastry chefs for nearly two decades, known for her KITCHEN DOORS {let’s eat} PROUD MEMBER: PROUD MEMBER OF: PROUD MEMBER OF: Photos courtesy of Tammie Coe “I wanted an accessible concept,” said Coe. “Everyone loves pizza. Customers are enjoying it and have been coming back,” she said. Hot Daisy’s popular pizzas include pepperoni, the Italian Stallion with several types of meat and red onion, and the Elote pizza with roasted corn, cotija cheese and chipotle oil. Customers can also build their own pizza with a variety of toppings, including spicy giardiniera, artichoke and egg. Coe likes to get creative with daily specials. A native of Virginia, Coe has lived and worked in the Roosevelt Row neighborhood for many years. She is thrilled to see the Arizona culinary community’s growth and the explosive increase in new businesses and restaurants in her area. She believes strongly in the synergy of the local restaurant community. “We all support each other,” she said. “It’s about everyone working together. More busy restaurants in the area are good for all of us. I’m not worried about competition. There’s enough room for everyone.” To learn more, visit hotdaisypizza.com . “I’M NOT WORRIED ABOUT COMPETITION. THERE’S ENOUGH ROOM FOR EVERYONE.” continued >>> MAR/APR 2021 | 56 | FRONTDOORS MEDIA