Cider making is both an art and a science. It is a process that requires focus, creativity, and passion. So, after experiencing a traumatic brain injury while serving in the military, Jason Duren took up […]
The Juniper berry. The most distinguishable ingredient in gin. In fact, it’s a requirement. Gin without juniper isn’t gin. So why isn’t there more gin made in Arizona? After all, the native juniper tree is […]
By day 50 Shades of Rosé is a fun cocktail and wine bar. Though, at night, this newly opened hot spot in Old Town becomes a bit more of a party. Known for their over […]
Last year, northern Arizona’s winemakers and tasting rooms earned some well-deserved respect. “In 2021, the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau named Verde Valley, which includes much of Yavapai County including Cottonwood, Jerome, […]
In my 2019 book, Arizona Wine: A History of Perseverance and Passion, I included a mention of Emil and Cindy Molin. Although I had not yet met them, I was intrigued when I heard that […]
Bagels were brought to New York City by Jewish immigrants in the late 19th century, and over time, their reputation has achieved a kind of cult status. While debatable, many agree that the texture, appearance, […]
Arizona’s top mixologists may work behind the bar, but make no mistake, they are at the forefront of the epicurean evolution that has put State 48 on the map. Here are some of our favorites: […]
Between Halloween, Thanksgiving, and all the festivities leading up to Christmas, there is no doubt this is the sweetest time of year! Given this, there is no better time than the present to indulge in […]
Nestled at a 90 degree angle just two blocks from Historic 4th Ave in Tucson, lies a brewery with pint glasses full of Sonoran-inspired ales. Crooked Tooth Brewing Co., decked out with garage door windows […]
Old County Inn is a wood-fired pizzeria nestled in a meadow in the small mountain town of Pine, Arizona. For those unfamiliar with the area, picture a small, cute, extraordinarily friendly town just about 20 […]
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