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Veg OutSmoked Cauliflower

Marilyn HawkesMay 1, 2016

Southern Rail restaurant turns cauliflower into one meaty vegetable.

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Veg OutWild Mushroom Tart

Marilyn HawkesApril 1, 2016

The wild mushroom tart at Arcadia Farms Cafe is swoon-worthy

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Veg OutApple Pie Liqueur

Shelby MooreApril 1, 2016

Drink dessert with CaskWerks’ Apple Pie Liqueur

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Veg OutSpanokopita

Marilyn HawkesMarch 1, 2016

Go Greek with Essence Bakery’s superb spanokopita.

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Veg OutSpicy Asian Eggplant

Marilyn HawkesJanuary 29, 2016

Tottie’s Asian Fusion stir-fries Japanese eggplant into an umami bomb.

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Veg OutRoasted Harissa Hummus

Marilyn HawkesJanuary 1, 2016

When Executive Chef Patrick Karvis developed the TapHouse Kitchen menu, he wanted the offerings to be on the lighter, healthier side.

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Veg OutPortobello Melt

Marilyn HawkesDecember 1, 2015

Meet the Tuck Shop’s vegetarian version of a patty melt

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Veg OutGrilled Artichoke

Marilyn HawkesNovember 1, 2015

Central Bistro’s grilled artichoke is one tasty thistle.

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Veg OutRaw Veggie Wrap

Marilyn HawkesOctober 1, 2015

Pomegranate Cafe’s Rainbow Wrap makes eating vegetables a colorful adventure.

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Veg OutVegetable Sopes

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 1, 2015

Cartwright’s Sonoran Ranch House rocks vegetarian palates.

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Veg OutTepary Bean Ragout

Marilyn HawkesAugust 1, 2015

Try a taste of Arizona history from Ramona Farms at The Market by Jennifer’s.

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Veg OutGolden Vegetable Curry

Marilyn HawkesJuly 1, 2015

FEZ restaurant’s curry is worth its weight in gold.

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Veg OutPersian Purple Shoots

Marilyn HawkesJune 1, 2015

Persian Garden Cafe does delectable vegetables.

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Veg OutKorean Fried Cauliflower

Marilyn HawkesMay 1, 2015

At the Herb Box, vegetables play an important role on the menu, according to chef/owner Becky Windels.

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Veg OutJackfruit Po’boy

Marilyn HawkesApril 1, 2015

A pulled jackfruit po’ boy that fools.

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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.