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Local ProductsArcadia Vodka

Shelby MooreSeptember 1, 2017

Swizzle, shake and sip something new with Jon Lane’s infused Arcadia Vodka.

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Drink ThisWatermelon Fizz

Shelby MooreAugust 1, 2017

Start mellowing with melon by making the Watermelon Fizz cocktail from Bar Bianco.

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Happy HourLa Hora Mágica

Shelby MooreAugust 1, 2017

Find your felicidad at these bargain-minded Valley cantinas.

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Local ProductsTurmeric Honey

Shelby MooreAugust 1, 2017

The honey-mongers at Absolutely Delightful channel the health benefits of turmeric without the bitterness.

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Drink ThisBlister in the Sun

Shelby MooreJuly 1, 2017

With the Blister in the Sun, Okra bartenders synthesize the Mexican method of eating fresh fruit with citrus and chile heat.

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Happy HourGood Burger

Shelby MooreJuly 1, 2017

Happy meals are a given at these burger- and beer-driven early bird haunts.

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Local ProductsFernet Caramels

Shelby MooreJuly 1, 2017

Confection goddess Tracy Dempsey elevates her popular caramels with fernet, an herbal amaro spirit.

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Local ProductsIPA Bratwurst

Shelby MooreJune 1, 2017

Chandler-based The Proper Beast’s On a Bender Bratwurst is a purely Arizona wiener.

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Drink ThisOrange Lotus

Shelby MooreJune 1, 2017

Develop a summer crush on rosé with the Orange Lotus at Honor Amongst Thieves

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Happy HourLow-Season Love

Shelby MooreJune 1, 2017

Find staycation-friendly food and drink deals at these A-list Valley resorts.

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Local ProductsBlack Sphinx Dates

Shelby MooreMay 1, 2017

Super exclusive Black Sphinx dates only grow in one Arcadia neighborhood.

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Drink ThisCacha, Ca-Chaca

Shelby MooreMay 1, 2017

Restaurant Progress’ Cacha, Ca-Chaca is a refreshing summer sipper.

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Happy HourShuck and Awe

Shelby MooreMay 1, 2017

Buy bivalves on the cheap at these oyster-centric happy hours.

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Drink ThisMezcolada

Shelby MooreApril 1, 2017

Ladera Taverna y Cocina’s Mezcolada makes a refreshing case for blenders.

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Happy HourSlurp N’ Save

Shelby MooreApril 1, 2017

Use your noodle to find after-work drinks and bites at these Valley ramen spots.

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Charles Lohrmann

As managing editor and associate publisher of Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, Charles Lohrmann experienced astounding natural wonders, from canoeing in Deep East Texas to trekking into the remote canyonlands west of Del Rio to view Archaic rock art. From TPWD, Lohrmann moved to Texas Highways, the award-winning Official Travel Magazine of Texas, where he was editor and publisher, and directed coverage of destinations in every corner of Texas. As editor of Texas Co-op Power magazine, he guided content development — including travel, history and culture — for the largest circulation publication in the state of Texas, reaching more than 3.5 million readers. Now residing in Santa Fe, N.M., Lohrmann has also traveled throughout Arizona many times, in particular to the Hopi and Navaho tribal lands, as well as to the Tohono O’odham nation.

Jenna Watters

Jenna Watters was born and raised in Sedona, Arizona, which is where her love of music began. She started singing in church as a young girl, joined a traveling choir that toured all over Arizona, and even helped teach the choir her senior year at Sedona Red Rock High School. In 2005, she graduated high school and spent a couple years at Arizona State University before she decided to travel around Europe, and it was during her travels that she decided that a career in music was calling her name. She linked up with her friend, Daniel Watters and they began writing songs via e-mail and would meet up during holiday breaks back home to Sedona to play small coffee shop shows for their friends and family. Fast forward to 15 years later; Jenna now lives in Austin with her husband Daniel and their son Johnny and has achieved her dream of becoming a full time musician with their band, The Watters. She also sings in various other side projects in town and teaches yoga on the side. Both Jenna and Daniel’s families still live in Arizona and they often travel back home for holidays and shows.

Jennifer Baluch

Jenn is a celebrated food influencer and a stand out in Arizona’s culinary scene. Honored as Best Food Influencer and recognized for her TikTok and Instagram accounts by PHOENIX magazine’s Best of the Valley, Jenn has become a trusted voice for food lovers across the state.

Her journey began during the challenging days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when she started spotlighting local restaurants to support struggling businesses.

Since then, Jenn has earned a reputation for her expertise in authentic Mexican cuisine, her passion for mom-and-pop eateries, and her love of dive bars and hidden gems.

Her genuine love for food shines through in her videos, where her expressions while tasting each dish say it all-no words needed.

Known for her honest yet thoughtful reviews, Jenn has built a loyal audience that appreciates her down-to-earth personality and approachability.

When she’s not discovering Arizona’s best bites, you might find her snapping selfies with fans or sharing her latest food finds.

Brian Goddard

Brian Goddard is a Scottsdale/Phoenix based Photographer, Videographer and Designer with a focus on Architecture, Food, Travel, Adventure, Garden and Lifestyle Content Creation.

Brian began his career as a Graphic Designer, Art Director and Photographer for Organic Gardening magazine and Organic Style magazine at Rodale, in Pennsylvania, Disney Adventures magazine in New York City, before relocating to Arizona to Design and Art Direct Phoenix Home & Garden magazine and PHOENIX magazine.

Brian has a lifelong interest in Adventure, Culture, Travel, Cuisine, Plants and Lifestyle, which makes Arizona a perfect place to Live, Work and Play.