There are pioneers in Arizona food and wine, and then there is Charleen Badman. In 2024, the award-winning chef and slow food advocate celebrated the 15th anniversary of FnB, an independently owned eatery that has […]
“It was when I landed at a little French bistro that it all clicked,” explains Arizona restaurateur Chef Matt Carter. As a Scottsdale Culinary Institute graduate, he admits, “Before then, I had bounced around—I worked […]
In this issue, we’re shaking things up by swapping our usual chef’s picks to see where two cocktail pros like to drink and dine. This year, Highball, the chic cocktail bar in downtown Phoenix, added […]
At the Arizona Biltmore, Renata’s Hearth shares the story of a mythical adventurer who defies expectations and challenges traditions. Renata’s spirit is channeled through the resort’s fine dining restaurant and its hearth, which combines the […]
In January, Pretty Penny opened on Roosevelt Row, bringing a more culinary-focused concept to the celebrated Pour Bastards Hospitality team. For this newest destination, founders Sam Olguin and Brenon Stuart, known for their hit cocktail […]
Mark Tarbell’s fascination with cooking began at the age of 14, with Jacques Pepin’s “La Technique.” This book wasn’t just a read. It was a launchpad, propelling him towards the goal of owning his own […]
For Evelia Davis, the encounter that fueled the formation of The Diaspora Collective is a story she loves to tell. Her journey began with a profound experience during her first visit to Africa when a […]
“As chefs, we’re a conduit for ideas and culture, and experience and travel are what really shapes us,” Doug Robson tells me. We’re chatting in Otro Cafécito, adjacent to Otro Café, at a table crafted […]
“This is one of the best elevated classics I’ve seen on triple D in a long time,” Guy Fieri tells chef Dom Ruggiero, CEO and founder of Cast Iron Concepts, on a recent episode of […]
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