American
Frasher’s Smokehouse | Podcast #59
When George Frasher came to the valley in the 1990s he brought a slice of his hometown of St Louis with him. For that we thank him. From the gooey butter cake at his Tavern […]
Food
Food
Sonoran Pasta | Podcast #58
When making delicious pasta, most chefs will agree that having quality noodles is the foundation of the dish. Unfortunately there aren’t too many fresh pasta options for home cooks that don’t want to cover their […]
American
Hush Public House | Podcast #55
Chef Dom Ruggiero has generated quite a buzz for his newly minted Scottsdale staple, Hush Public House. This intimate restaurant and bar serves a range of rotating options, from pasta, to their signature Oxtail Italian […]
American
Ground Control Litchfield | Podcast #54
Ian Harwell knows beer. The man literally has the words “Beer Guy” on his business card. Ian was the guy in charge of the amazing beer program at Ground Control for years. Then in 2019 […]
BBQ
Mortimer Farms | Podcast #53
Mortimer Farms is a family ranch in Dewey, Arizona, just a short drive from Downtown Prescott. At Mortimer, visitors learn about agriculture and enjoy events like concerts or the Christmas Festival. Mortimer Farms goal is […]
BBQ
Joe’s Real BBQ | Podcast #52
Joe’s Real BBQ opened in 1998 and is still making BBQ lovers rejoice. Meats are smoked with pecan wood in three J&R 700 Oyler Pits, and rubs are mixed to complement each one, such as […]
BBQ
Best BBQ in Phoenix
Barbecue. We’re not talking about gathering ‘round the grill for hot dogs and burgers, but traditional barbecue cooked low and slow with smoky richness. Ask for Phoenix’s best and you’ll hear plenty of passionate opinions, […]
American
What to Eat and Drink in Cottonwood, AZ
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to make the most memories possible along Cottonwood’s epic Old Town in just a few short days. Up for it? Then let’s go! DAY ONE 11:30 […]
Fine Dining
Wrigley Mansion: A Star in the Desert
The Wrigley Mansion is a star in the Sonoran Desert, commanding 360-degree views above the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, and representing a rich history of Phoenix. Built between 1929 and 1931, the iconic Phoenix landmark was […]
Beer
Chef Chat: Alex Strada at Campo
I recently sat down with James Beard award-winning chef Alessandro “Alex” Stratta in his new restaurant, Campo Italian Bistro and Bar in McCormick Ranch. Campo opened June 1st, shortly after Alex closed Stratta Kitchen, a […]