March/April 2024

Editorial StaffMarch 11, 2024
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Phoenix Files

What’s in Your Garage? with Gayle Bass

Gayle Bass’s body of work – from film reviews to testing products for national television shows – has allowed her to build up quite an interesting assemblage of swag and ephemera, which she shares with us.

Collections Dept.: M3F Flyers Through the Years

You’ve probably gotten a glimpse of the 2024 M3F lineup announcement ahead of the festival’s debut at Steele Indian School Park this March 1 and 2, but here’s a peek into a few of the fest’s past promotional posters.

Seed To Cafeteria: Behind the Scenes of Charleen Badman’s Blue Watermelon Project

Chef Charleen Badman’s Blue Watermelon Project shows children the whole cycle of healthy eating, from planting produce to making meals.

Q&A with Chris Bianco & Dr. Frank Agnone

Friends since 2006, chef Chris Bianco and his doctor Frank Agnone chat about finding the perfect doctor-patient relationship. 

Spotlight: Relentless Beats Founder Thomas Turner

We sat down with Phoenix event company Relentless Beats founder Thomas Turner to chat about AI-generated songs, Valley music venues and the evolution of EDM.

2024 Mayo Clinic Physician Profiles

Get to know some of the Mayo Clinic physicians with these specialty profiles.

2024 Physician Profiles

Learn all about the Valley’s top healers, from their medschool roots to their current specialties and expertise.

Podcast: Dish Fest Reax & Top Docs Issue Deep Dive

Topics include our reaction to Dish Fest and our favorite bites from that event; insight into the new Top Docs issue and the featured stories inside.

Explore

Cool Coastal Getaway: Discover Bahia Resort Hotel in San Diego

Are you ready to escape the desert heat for the cool ocean breezes of San Diego? Look no further than Bahia Resort Hotel, your ultimate beach playground nestled along the picturesque shores of Mission Bay.

Transform Your Mental Health: A Guide to TMS at Bella Vida

Unlock the potential of your brain with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at Bella Vida. This innovative treatment offers a non-invasive route to improving mental health conditions like depression, PTSD, OCD, autism, ADHD, and so much more.

Great Escapes: Oceanside Chill

This San Diego County gem marries small-town and beach-town vibes for a supremely soothing getaway.

Day Trip: The Global Ambassador

After years of anticipation, luxury travelers and local foodies can finally experience the unique charm of The Global Ambassador.

Escape to a Tropical Polynesian Hideaway in San Diego

Welcome to the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa — a tropical paradise offering a taste of Hawaii on the San Diego shores.

Eat Beat

Drink This: Khao Soi Cowboy from Mr. Baan’s Bar and Mookata

Mr. Baan’s wildly imaginative cocktail menu is built around common Southeast Asian ingredients.

Press Corps: 3 Valley Restaurants Serving Smash Burgers

Crispy-edged and oh-so-satisfying, smash burgers are putting the hammer down on Valley grills.

3 Local Products to Try This Month

Try locally made finishing salt, microgreens and sourdough.

Dining Review: El Tataki Sushi Fusion in Tempe

Color us pleasantly surprised by this new Tempe location of a West Valley mini chain.

Dining Review: Bar Cena in Scottsdale

Dom Ruggiero’s Bar Cena is a comfy, intimate 180 from his loud, casual Fire at Will.

Dining Review: Dahlia Tapas Tequila & Wine in Phoenix

Dahlia, a funky Midtown charmer from Boycott Bar owner Audrey Corley, has been packed like a sardine tin since it opened in September.

Dining Review: Inca Fusion in Avondale

Luis Rodriguez wears all hats and covers all bases at his Latin-inspired cantina in Avondale.

Dining Review: Huarachis Taqueria in Phoenix

Rene Andrade’s spot-on sequel to Bacanora already ranks as one of the Valley’s top taquerias.

Dining Review: The Rosticceria in Phoenix

Joey Maggiore serves up another audacious people-pleaser in North Phoenix.

Dining Review: PYRO in Phoenix

The Valley’s, ahem, hottest restaurant is frequently terrific – and potentially perfect.

From Our Partners

Cool Coastal Getaway: Discover Bahia Resort Hotel in San Diego

Are you ready to escape the desert heat for the cool ocean breezes of San Diego? Look no further than Bahia Resort Hotel, your ultimate beach playground nestled along the picturesque shores of Mission Bay.

Transform Your Mental Health: A Guide to TMS at Bella Vida

Unlock the potential of your brain with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at Bella Vida. This innovative treatment offers a non-invasive route to improving mental health conditions like depression, PTSD, OCD, autism, ADHD, and so much more.

2024 Mayo Clinic Physician Profiles

Get to know some of the Mayo Clinic physicians with these specialty profiles.

2024 Physician Profiles

Learn all about the Valley’s top healers, from their medschool roots to their current specialties and expertise.

Escape to a Tropical Polynesian Hideaway in San Diego

Welcome to the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa — a tropical paradise offering a taste of Hawaii on the San Diego shores.