Q&AEat Beat Interrogation with Devon McConville of Matilda’s All-Day Café
Marilyn HawkesJuly 1, 2026
After walking away from a finance career in 2015, Devon McConville longed for more fulfilling work.
Meet the master mixologists and boffo beverage concepts that make possible the latest incarnation of our summer cocktail demo series.
CocktailsSummer Cocktail Camp at George & Gather to Showcase Flavors, Techniques and Perspectives
Asonta BenettiJune 25, 2026
A passion for clean ingredients carries into the cocktail offerings, where every drink is built with an eye on sourcing, quality and intentionality.
Unveiled by Pretty Decent Concepts in Downtown’s resurgent Arizona Center last November, Filthy Martini Bar is the cocktail-slinging sidekick to rockstar steakhouse Cleaverman.
We asked Feringhee beverage director Kishore Thadikmalla to pour us an early of the restaurant’s Cocktail Camp engagement.
Supporting local creatives in the culinary business is more important than ever during the slow and scorching summer season. Reserve your spots at these special dinners now. Sunday Dinner Seafood Remix at Carcara in Phoenix Head Downtown on Sunday, June 7, for a culinary showdown with a coastal twist. Three chefs will go head-to-head as Exceptional Vibe’s Sunday Dinner Series makes its way to Carcara at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown. The theme is Seafood...
Supporting local culinary innovators is critically important during the Valley’s long, scorching, revenue-depleted summer season. These one-off events and special dining series are the perfect way to show your support – and get a singular meal in the bargain.
CocktailsSummer Cocktail Camp Q&A with Cassy Sandow from Tell Your Friends
Asonta BenettiJune 2, 2026
An instant smash-hit when it opened under The Americano in North Scottsdale in 2024, the subterranean speakeasy is known for its Art Deco-inspired décor, sultry live music and joyously sensual riffs on 20s-era classic cocktails.
After April’s dearth of new restaurant openings, May brings more than 20 new local eateries, featuring everything from upscale Asian to tacos to Indian pizza. May also marked the closing of six restaurants, including one that had been a Valley mainstay for 34 years. OPENING 212° Shabu Shabu From the folks at Three Thirty Three, an elevated dining experience showcasing shabu shabu, a design-your-own combo of broth, meats, seafood, vegetables and noodles cooked...
Craft BeerPinnacle Brewing Company to Bring Award-Winning Beer to Downtown Mesa
Matthew JohnsonMay 18, 2026
2025 Brewery of the Year announces expansion plan with second location coming late 2026.
Ask Andrew Robertson about the nuances of brewing coffee and he will gladly guide you toward a better cup of joe. As the coffee director of PRESS Coffee, Robertson has a wealth of knowledge and expertise and enjoys sharing his tips and tricks with customers. With sweltering summer days nipping at our sandals, we thought this might be a good time to learn the art of making cold brew coffee. Robertson also teaches specialty coffee...
New Tempe taproom expected to open in August, Gilbert location in the works.
Trained by Caldwell owner Travis Taylor, Hatch hopes to pay it forward by mentoring new employees. We recently caught up with Hatch between pulling and wrapping briskets.
A monthly look at Arizona wine with Valley dining impresario Pavle Milic.
April was a slow month for new restaurant openings in the Valley, but unfortunately, a big month for dining closures. Heading into summer, this is a gentle reminder to patronize your favorite local restaurants and watering holes whenever possible. They will be very happy to see you. Openings Arizona Pizza Co. This Tucson-based pizzeria with several West Phoenix locations now has an outpost in Tempe. Look for pizza, wings, subs and salads in...