Marilyn Hawkes, Author at PHOENIX magazine

The PHiXAZ Nonprofits: Six Questions with Christopher Rodriguez of Ability360

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 6, 2023

We continue our spotlight on Arizona nonprofits with Ability360’s president and CEO Christopher Rodriguez to learn more about the important programs his organization provides to people with disabilities. Can you tell us about Ability360’s mission? Ability360 is a nonprofit organization that offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with disabilities to take personal responsibility so that they may achieve or continue independent lifestyles within the community. We are one of five Centers for Independent...

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Desert DigestAugust 2023 Restaurant Openings & Closings

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 6, 2023

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Local Products3 Local Products to Try This Month | September 2023

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 1, 2023

Try locally made RTD tequila cocktails, artisanal dried pasta and single-serving desserts this fall.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Collard Greens

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 1, 2023

Don’t pass judgement on collard greens until you’ve tasted these delicious Valley versions of the soul food staple.

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The PHiXAZ Nonprofits: Four Questions with Leann Wildberger and Rhonda Snow of Assistance League of Phoenix

Marilyn HawkesAugust 11, 2023

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkJuly 2023 Restaurant Openings & Closings

Marilyn HawkesAugust 2, 2023

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkSicilian Eggplant Salad Recipe from Dolce Vita

Marilyn HawkesJuly 14, 2023

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The PHiX5 Resort-Style Pools to Rent Right Now on Swimply

Marilyn HawkesJuly 14, 2023

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkJune 2023 Restaurant Openings & Closings

Marilyn HawkesJuly 7, 2023

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Three BitesThree Bites: Breakfast Enchiladas

Marilyn HawkesJuly 6, 2023

Hearty, huevos-topped breakfast enchiladas make for glorious eye-openers in the hands of talented Valley chefs.

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Local Products3 Local Products to Try this Month | July 2023

Marilyn HawkesJuly 6, 2023

Try hot-weather brews, artisanal shortbreads and vegan teriyaki sauce this summer.

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkCitrus Salad Recipe from Thompson 105

Marilyn HawkesJune 27, 2023

Now that summer is officially here, it’s time to break out the salad recipes. At Thompson 105, a new North Scottsdale restaurant, executive chef Bob Reardon makes a refreshing citrus salad and has shared his recipe with us. “I love the brightness of the vinaigrette – the sweet profile balances well against the peppery arugula,” he says. “It’s a great way to showcase the amazing citrus Arizona produces.” Thompson 105 Citrus Salad Prickly Pear Dressing...

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The PHiXAZ Nonprofits: Five Questions with Margaret Taylor of A New Leaf

Marilyn HawkesJune 22, 2023

For more than a decade, Margaret Taylor has been volunteering at A New Leaf, a Valley nonprofit devoted to helping families, children and adults overcome challenges from homelessness to domestic violence to mental health issues. Taylor’s work centers around scheduling meals at East Valley Men’s Center, a homeless shelter in Mesa that houses about 110 men each night. Recently, Taylor hit a milestone in her volunteer work: Scheduling 1 million meals for the center. Here’s...

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Desert Digest Food & DrinkMay 2023 Restaurant Openings & Closings

Marilyn HawkesJune 2, 2023

Opening Bourbon & Bones Scottsdale-based Square One Concepts has opened a third location of its upscale steakhouse at 83 Marketplace with striking views of Sunrise Mountain Preserve. 24985 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, bourbonandbones.com Brunch Problems As the name suggests, you’ll find brunch fare here that includes strawberry waffles, fish and grits and bacon and eggs. If you’re feeling splurgy, order up a chicken fried lobster tail. 2603 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-248-3864 Chickii A new...