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 […]
Scottsdale
Cottonwood and Jerome
Arizona Steakhouses That Sizzle
Written by Alison Bailin Batz Photographed by Luke Irvin Back in the 90s, my dad owned a local business that served as the supplier of high-end meat to Arizona restaurants and resorts. As a […]
Drink
Mark Tarbell: Six Degrees of Separation
Written by Christina Barrueta Photographed by Luke Irvin The six degrees of separation theory, made famous in pop culture with Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon, proposes that any two people are within six connections […]
Phoenix
Chula Seafood | Podcast #29
The way the folks behind Chula Seafood get the best swordfish on the market will change the way you look at our food system. It is because of their passion for quality and sustainable […]
Drink
Cocktail Recipe: Puttin’ On the Spritz
“I’ve always loved the concept of restaurant hospitality,” says Matt Allen, “specifically, bar programs and craft cocktails. It’s a great way to bring people together and enjoy an experience.” As corporate mixologist, Allen runs the […]
Flagstaff
5 Must Try Pizza Places in Arizona
Arizona is not a region often lauded for its pizzerias. But across the state are countless restaurants that craft up some of the most delicious pizzas we’ve been able to get our hands on. This […]
Drink
Arizona Wine: An Introduction
Ten years ago a mention of Arizona wine was often met with a bemused look or a skeptical “grapes grow in the desert?” While there are still many surprised to learn that the terroir of […]
Farms
The Arizona Farm Crisis
On a beautiful autumn evening, guests attending a greenhouse fundraiser wandered through the grounds at Rhiba Farms in San Tan Valley sipping on Arizona wine and beer. A fire pit anchored a cozy seating area […]
Drink
Merkin Vineyards | Podcast #26
Merkin Vineyards and Caduceus Cellars are two sides of the same leaf. That metaphorical leaf grows on some of the most well-known grape vines in Arizona. Those grapes are then plucked by Maynard James […]
Bakery
PHX Sampler | Podcast #25
During the COVID era, many people are playing it safe and avoiding gatherings like farmers’ markets. Still, tons of people want access to their favorite farmers’ market treats. That’s where PHX Sampler steps in. […]