Bakery

Air Guitar | Podcast #62

Long-time Valley residents Kris and Elissa, along with Craig DeMarco and Eric Seitz, spent four years creating this gathering place in the community of Gilbert, AZ. Air Guitar combines the ease of a convenience store […]

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

The Best Fries in the World

We’ve found the best fries on planet earth. Eating them is a sublime experience. These almighty fries aren’t a typical shape or size, though. They’re monstrous frites, ¾ inch in diameter. So what are these […]

American

Local Beef From Perry Land & Cattle

Modern day farmers and cattle ranchers face multiple obstacles related to urban sprawl. That includes balancing the need to feed a growing population while supporting sound land stewardship principles and respecting the environment. Justin and […]

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 […]

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 […]

American

Old Ellsworth Brewing Co.

Written by Alison Bailing Batz      Photographed by Luke Irvin Arizona has Alaska and a supportive mother-in-law to thank for Old Ellsworth Brewing Company, the award-winning 5,800-squre-foot brewery and restaurant in Queen Creek. It’s […]

Food

CHI vs NY Pizza in PHX

Written by Steven Larson    Photographed by Luke Irvin Chicago and New York, the Windy City and the Big Apple. They have plenty in common- big city, a passion for sports, and of course their […]