Drink

Nick Butler | Podcast #41

  Although a lover of food for most of his life, Nick Butler did not seek out a career in food & beverage. When a series of roadblocks presented themselves, combined with the global pandemic, […]

American

Jennifer Russo | Podcast #39

  Jennifer Russo is one of the valley’s top chefs. Her restaurant, The Market By Jennifer’s, serves up a fresh take on Italian food. She also runs an award-winning catering company. Join us as we […]

Burgers and More

Perry Land & Cattle | Podcast #37

  Perry Land & Cattle is an innovative, modern-day cattle operation, committed to providing high quality, sustainable beef to the consumer through its online store and on the menu of select Valley restaurants. Local and […]

Joy Bus on A Taste of AZ Podcast
Beer

Joy Bus | Podcast #36

  In the years leading up to starting Joy Bus, Jennifer Caraway explored the world through culinary endeavors. From owning a fine dining restaurant to working in food distribution. It wasn’t until Jennifer’s friend Joy […]

Food

Joanie Simon | Podcast #35

  There’s no doubt about it, Joanie Simon takes AMAZING pictures of food. In fact, she’s so good that she was the chosen photographer to for the renowned Phoenix Cooks cookbook. After a stint as […]

Soda Jerk Milkshake Bar
Dessert

Sweet Places in the Valley

Written and Photographed by Luke Irvin Soda Jerk Milkshake Bar A visit to Soda Jerk is nothing short of a magical experience. Named after people who used to serve soda in drugstores – think early […]