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Glai Baan | Thai Restaurant in Phoenix
“I drove by the building and thought, ‘this is perfect,’ so I turned around,” remembers Dan Robinson, “I stood on the planters to look in the windows, peeked over the fence, and then got Cat […]
Articles by Christina Barrueta
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El Chorro | An Arizona Landmark Restaurant
“Clark Gable joined us many times, and this is a handwritten thank-you card he sent to the Grubers,” general manager Ryan Prentiss told us as we passed the historic stationary around our table. Last August, […]
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Must Try Bars and Restaurants in Downtown Phoenix: First & Last
Shortly after Robb and Ashley Hammond opened their doors in February 2022, I visited First & Last, and immediately fell in love with this charming neighborhood eatery and its engaging owners. That’s the intent of […]
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Must Try Restaurants in Phoenix with Angelo Sosa
While many may recognize Angelo Sosa from his appearances on Bravo’s Top Chef and HBO Max’s Selena + Chef, he also counts cookbook author and restaurateur among his many accomplishments. In 2021, Sosa, who has […]
Cottonwood and Jerome
Cove Mesa Vineyards
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 […]
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Where to Stay in Sedona: Creekside Inn Sedona
Nestled along the banks of Oak Creek in Sedona lies a tucked-away bed and breadkfast aptly named Creekside Inn. Ensconced on two-and-a-half secluded acres, shaded by sycamore, cottonwood, and oak trees, Creekside Inn is just […]
Beer
Chef’s Picks: Fidencio Alatriste Picks the Best Mexican Food Spots
A native of Huauchinango, Puebla, Mexico, Fidencio Alatriste honed his skills in some of the Valley’s best kitchens. Among his mentors are local legends like Matt Carter (Zinc Bistro, The Mission, Fat Ox), James Fox […]
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Where to Eat & Drink in Flagstaff, AZ
In the winter, skiers head to Flagstaff to hit the slopes at Snowbowl. In the summer, Phoenicians visit to escape the desert heat. And all year round, travelers are drawn to this mountain town for […]
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A Weekend in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona
Art galleries, boutique shops, acclaimed restaurants, and museums – Old Town Scottsdale has all this and more. Whether you’re visiting as a tourist or spending a staycation as a local, you’ll find many of Scottsdale’s […]
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Best Burgers in Phoenix, Arizona
While the birthplace of the hamburger is often debated (Wisconsin? New York? Connecticut? Hamburg, Germany?), one fact isn’t disputed – its beloved iconic status. Whether you’re a fan of the lacy-edged crust of smashed patties […]