In this episode, we sit down with Chef Bret Shapiro, founder of Paradise Valley Burger Company, to talk about the journey from washing dishes at 15 years old to building one of Arizona’s most beloved […]
In Europe, a telefèric is a cable car that takes you somewhere you couldn’t get to on your own. It’s a fitting name for Telefèric Barcelona, the West Coast eatery created by Spanish brother and […]
The Summer 2026 issue of a taste of az has arrived! We spotlight some of Arizona’s most exciting culinary destinations, from the creative brunch dishes at Sophia’s – A Brunch Counter and the welcoming neighborhood […]
In this episode, we sit down with Chef Nigel Lobo of Indibar to explore a journey that spans continents, cultures, Michelin-starred kitchens, and ultimately leads to one of Arizona’s most exciting new restaurants. From growing […]
In this episode, we sit down with Luke Unrein of Saucy Luke’s Craft BBQ to talk about barbecue, hospitality, entrepreneurship, sobriety, and the journey from selling sauces at farmers markets to building one of Arizona’s […]
In this episode, we sit down at The Herb Box in Old Town Scottsdale with founder Susan Wilcox, and this one is packed with energy, perspective, and a whole lot of real talk about building […]
Caldwell County BBQ – Brisket Brisket is the true measuring stick of a barbecue joint. Just enough smoke, never too much, with the perfect moisture level, it’s a true science. And nobody does it better […]
Long before launching Hi Noon Hospitality in 2022, Adam Strecker sharpened his skills with some of the country’s most respected operators. After studying hospitality in New Orleans, he joined Hillstone Restaurant Group, overseeing brands including […]
Allora means “back when” in Italian, but Lalo Fuentes and Ciara Jarosch were decidedly focused on their future as they dreamed of opening a gelateria. Lalo brought the passion to recreate the magic of getting […]
In 2007, self-taught cook Stacey Weber—who made national culinary headlines when she built the Arizona Cardinals’ lauded culinary department—launched a personal chef and catering company grounded in local ingredients and wellness-minded recipes. Despite her timing […]
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