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When family or friends visit this winter, give the gift of old Arizona hospitality with happy hour at these three classics.

Durant’s

2611 N. Central Ave., Phoenix
602-264-5967, durantsaz.com
Pull open the back door, pass through the kitchen, and step into the culinary time capsule that is Durant’s. Since opening in 1950, this steakhouse hasn’t changed much – the red vinyl booths, bordello-burgundy wallpaper, dapper staff

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On Cinco de Mayo or any day at happy hour, this trio of bars offers marvelous margaritas and south-of-the-border appetizers.

Canteen Modern Tequila Bar
640 S. Mill Ave., Tempe
480-773-7135
canteentequilabar.com

This Mill Avenue hotspot, with its open-air bar and padded-seat patio fronting the main drag, is a fiesta any day or night, but happy hours are especially fun thanks to bargain prices. Coors Light drafts

Is recession-related stress spiking your blood pressure? Relax with a heart-healthy glass of vino at these wallet-friendly wine bars.

5th & Wine
7051 E. Fifth Ave., Scottsdale
480-669-8001
5thandwine.com

The contemporary comfort food and courtyard patio at this fun, funky Old Town Scottsdale spot would be tempting enough even if it weren’t for the doozy daily deals.