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Three BitesMaize the Force Be with You

Marilyn HawkesJuly 1, 2026

Wielded by top Valley chefs, the arepa slays diners with the power of Latin American flatbread.

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Three BitesRangoon Rehab: The Polynesian Bar Bite is Having a Moment

Marilyn HawkesMay 6, 2026

Though a staple of modern Asian menus, crab rangoon was most likely invented in the 1950s at the original Trader Vic’s in California – an addictive nosh that became a central actor in the restaurant’s theatrical tiki milieu. So, despite being named after the former capital of Burma (now Myanmar), the crispy, cream-cheese-filled wonton is a patently American creation. 

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Three BitesRise and Pie: Valley Chefs are all a-twirl over Breakfast Pizza

Marilyn HawkesMarch 1, 2026

With apologies to the beloved breakfast burrito, pizza is quickly becoming the preferred delivery system for a.m.-friendly fare at the Valley’s top breakfast and brunch hot spots. 

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Three BitesStroga’ Genius

Marilyn HawkesDecember 25, 2025

The all-time champion of mom-approved comfort food is taking Valley restaurants by storm.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Dinner and a Show

Marilyn HawkesNovember 5, 2025

Once the province of cruise ships and ’70s steakhouses, tableside desserts are firing up a new generation of admirers in Greater Phoenix.

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Three BitesPollo Picchu is Having a Moment at Valley Restaurants

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 11, 2025

Valley chefs achieve peak deliciousness with new-look treatments of traditional roasted Peruvian chicken.

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Three BitesBreaking the Slaw: 3 Valley Restaurants Getting Innovative with Cabbage

Marilyn HawkesJuly 2, 2025

A new wave of cabbage dishes shows what innovative chefs can do with a little heat and some hearty leaves.

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Three Bites3 Spots in the Valley Perfecting the Cacio e Pepe Italian Dish

Marilyn HawkesMay 1, 2025

Ubiquitous but notoriously tricky to master, cacio e pepe is the double Axel of Italian cooking.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Seoul Food

Marilyn HawkesMarch 6, 2025

Fermented cabbage adds a layer of funky deliciousness to kimchi fried rice.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Naan-Traditional Pie

Marilyn HawkesJanuary 7, 2025

Indian pizza is the fusion comfort food of your dreams.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Tallow-lujah

Marilyn HawkesNovember 3, 2024

Savory perfection, thy name is beef tallow. And Valley restaurants are seeing the light.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Pickle Ball

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 1, 2024

America’s resurgent love for the gherkin is expressed in deliciously offbeat ways at these Valley restaurants.

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Three BitesEscape Claws: 3 Valley Restaurants Dishing Up the Crab Louie Salad

Marilyn HawkesJuly 5, 2024

Cooling, crave-worthy Dungeness crab is the little black dress of salads.

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Three BitesWhey Tasty: 3 Local Spots to Try Whipped Ricotta

Marilyn HawkesMay 7, 2024

Creamy, ethereal whipped ricotta is getting ample airtime on Valley menus.

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Three BitesPress Corps: 3 Valley Restaurants Serving Smash Burgers

Marilyn HawkesMarch 7, 2024

Crispy-edged and oh-so-satisfying, smash burgers are putting the hammer down on Valley grills.

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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.