text: Was in conference at the Phoenix Convention Center and a glorious smell wafted through from the east Turning to my left I saw a plate and lady tearing something upfiercely Me and three other people immediately stopped what we were doing and walked somewhat zombie like to where the food was and askedwhere did you get that Karims Cobbler Shop and Deli was her replyin between bites nnNow I have been in Phoenix for months looking for a taste of soul food And here it was in my back yard I was shockednnWith a sense of urgency I walked the streets until once again I was seduced by the smell of fried fish Was Not very far and it was perched right in front of the Light Rail My kind of placennFirst thought very humble Very clean and neat and humble The owner was very kind friendly and humble Very confident that whatever I ordered I would love it And I didnnAs the only customer in the place I had soo many questionsHow long were you here Where do you market you store cuz I never heard of it With a smile he explained that his customers usually come in thru word of mouth and via the smellnnI ordered the piece whiting its a east coast thing It was well seasoned yet nongreasy and well I wanted more of it A side of red rice and beans which was flavorful and simply not enough Not usually a peach cobbler fan but it had so many intricate flavors I sensed some clove cinnamon brown sugarand something I cannot quite put my finger on The detective will be back to figure out this mystery It was sooo GOOODnnnHearing so many complaints that Phoenix has alot of sun but no soul I can confidently say that there is however scatter amongst the desert One just have to put in the detective work Use the sensesit will lead you there But if you cannot follow my lead Karims Cobbler shop is the place to get your grub on Bring your families and friends too Everyone will leave happy Or with an extra side