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Drink ThisDrunken Tiger

Wynter HoldenJanuary 1, 2015

One might expect the world’s top-selling liquor brand to be a mass-produced Russian vodka or American whiskey...

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Happy HourBrewing up a Storm

Wynter HoldenJanuary 1, 2015

With craft beer shops opening on a near-weekly basis, the Valley is holding its own as a brewing hotbed. Soak up the suds for less during happy hour at these three locally-owned microbreweries.

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Food ReviewsCuff

Wynter HoldenJanuary 1, 2015

Former Eddie V’s chef Tom Harvey sticks with the script at his palate-pleasing West Valley food pub.

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Valley NewsGrowing Pains

Wynter HoldenDecember 1, 2014

Local urban nurseries are disappearing. Is there room for them in a big-box world?

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Drink ThisHoliday Spiced Manhattan

Wynter HoldenDecember 1, 2014

Despite prominent mention in the song “We Wish  You a Merry Christmas,” figgy pudding never quite made it to American holiday tables.

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Food ReviewsEarnest

Wynter HoldenDecember 1, 2014

Cork is kaput, but its less fussy East Valley successor knows the importance of fine cuisine, decadent desserts.

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Drink ThisPumpkin Spice & All Things Nice

Wynter HoldenNovember 1, 2014

Changing leaves and winter jackets seem the stuff of fairy tales to longtime Phoenix residents.

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Happy HourAsian Persuasion

Wynter HoldenNovember 1, 2014

Grab your chopsticks and keep a kung-fu grip on your wallet with discount potstickers and Mai Tais at these three Asian eateries.

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Food ReviewsSaffron Indian Bistro

Wynter HoldenNovember 1, 2014

No-frills West Valley eatery emphasizes substance over style.

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Drink ThisCorpse Reviver #3

Wynter HoldenOctober 1, 2014

It doesn’t take a virus to turn humans into zombies.

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Food ReviewsLittle Miss BBQ

Wynter HoldenOctober 1, 2014

Lilliputian ‘cue joint wins big with moist, slow-smoked meats and savory sides.

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Food ReviewsSumo Maya

Wynter HoldenSeptember 1, 2014

Scottsdale’s new Mex-Asian concept doubles the fun with infectious energy and innovative fusion fare.

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Drink ThisApple of My Eye

Wynter HoldenSeptember 1, 2014

Apples evoke childhood memories of crisp fall nights, Halloween dunking games and homemade pies.

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Happy HourHit the Sauce

Wynter HoldenSeptember 1, 2014

From thin crust and Sicilian pizzas to craft drafts and vodka on tap, these three Italian happy hours dish up a slice of the good life.

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Food ReviewsFlower Child

Wynter HoldenAugust 1, 2014

Sam Fox launches another salvo in the health food revolution with this groovy Camelback café.

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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.