5 Star Peach Cobbler

Peach cobbler is by far one of my favorite desserts.   The warm and sweet characteristics of it, makes it easily qualify as a comfort food.  We all have our own personal list of “comfort foods” along with those special places we go to get them to satisfy that craving when it kicks in.   When I get a hankering for peach cobbler, the family owned and operated Karim’s Cobbler Shop & Deli (in downtown Phoenix) is “The Spot” because they take comfort food to another level.

There are several factors that come into play with comfort food.  The first is the“Nostalgia” factor.  Every time I visit Karim’s Cobbler Shop, I get this sense of humble familiarity that makes me feel as though I have returned to a happy place and time. Maybe it’s the savory and sweet smell of down home cooking like that of a family reunion picnic.  Or perhaps it’s the warm smile of founder Wazir Karim along with the ever present friendly service from everyone there that says “come on in…make yourself at home…we have something special to share with you."

Secondly, there is the real motive, the “Indulgence” factor.  Peach cobbler is very basic in nature: Peaches, juice and crust.  But what makes it a truly fulfilling delight is the love that is put into it, especially when it comes to the crust.  You ask any cobbler connoisseur and they will tell you it’s the crust that makes the cobbler.  At Karim’s they have the most delicious biscuit crust I have ever tasted.  It’s flaky and creamy with hints of butter and cinnamon that will have your taste buds jumping for joy.   Once you have Karim’s peach cobbler it will not only make you want to “slap your mama” but it will also make you want to go back and slap anyone else who has ever served you mediocre fare.

Third is the “convenience” factor.  Karim’s Cobbler Shop & Deli is centrally located in downtown Phoenix on the corner of 3^rd Street and Jefferson right in front of the light rail station across the street from the Phoenix Convention Center.  For sports fans it is suitably positioned east of the US Airway Center and west of the Diamond Back stadium.  What’s also very helpful and customer focused is that they extend their regular hours of operations to fit what is going on at the different event venues.  So if the Diamond Backs have a game you will find Karim’s open and available for the fans offering their normal menu which includes their yummy cobbler (peach, apple, cherry and blueberry) in addition to baseball game snacks like peanuts, popcorn, sunflower seeds, ice cold water, etc.

And last but certainly not least is the “physical” factor.  What is this you ask?  It is the way you feel when you finally bite into a spoonful of that glorious peach cobbler with the perfect amount of peaches, flaky crust and scrumptious juice.  It’s like you just received a great big warm hug.

Karim’s Cobbler Shop & Deli is located at 333 E. Jefferson St. Ste #102 Phoenix, AZ 85004.  (602) 857-1801. www.karimscobblershopanddeli.com

Please note:  Peach and Apple cobbler made daily.  Cherry and Blueberry cobbler made on upon request.

Hours of Operation:Tuesday-Friday                11:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Saturday-Monday            11:00a.m.- 2:00pmHours may be extended. Open every game day or special event including Sundays.