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Interview with a Mixologist: Zach O’Haire from Mea Culpa 

CocktailsSeptember 4, 2026Interview with a Mixologist: Zach O’Haire from Mea Culpa 

August 2026 Openings & Closings

Openings/ClosingsSeptember 2, 2026August 2026 Openings & Closings

Dining Review: Quiessence

Food ReviewsSeptember 2, 2026Dining Review: Quiessence

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Desert DigestThe Cheesecake Factory Buys Phoenix-Based Fox Restaurant Concepts

Madison RutherfordAugust 1, 2019

On Wednesday, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced that it will buy Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts for $353 million.

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Desert Digest3 Rooftop Bars to Visit Right Now in Downtown Phoenix  

Madison RutherfordJuly 31, 2019

These rooftop bars in Downtown Phoenix offer fresh air, great food and festivities for days.

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Desert DigestListsBeyond Avocado Toast: 5 Ways to Celebrate National Avocado Day in the Valley

Sara EdwardsJuly 31, 2019

From avocado toast to guacamole, here’s a food crawl to help you celebrate the green fruit. 

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Desert DigestOpenings/ClosingsTaiwan-Based Sharetea Comes to Desert Ridge Marketplace

Madison RutherfordJuly 30, 2019

There’s a new kid in town this summer at shopping, dining and entertainment destination Desert Ridge Marketplace: Taiwan-based Sharetea.

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Desert DigestOpenings/ClosingsRestaurant Mexico on Mill Avenue Closes After 40 Years

Madison RutherfordJuly 30, 2019

Restaurant Mexico, which has been a Mill Avenue mainstay for more than 40 years, is closing its doors on Thursday, August 15.

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Desert DigestDinners & PromotionsOpenings/ClosingsOcean Prime Reopens with Seasonal Deals

Madison RutherfordJuly 29, 2019

Ocean Prime in North Phoenix recently reopened its doors after a series of renovations. To celebrate, the award-winning seafood spot is offering a slew of deals throughout the summer.

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Desert DigestPav on Juice: AZ Wine by the Numbers

Pavle MilicJuly 29, 2019

A monthly look at Arizona wine with Valley dining impresario Pavle Milic.

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Desert DigestRecipesRecipe Friday: The Bang Bang Broccoli at The Larry

Marilyn HawkesJuly 26, 2019

Broccoli lovers will swoon over this dish, but if you’re not a fan, this crunchy, cruciferous powerhouse from The Larry might make you think twice.

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CocktailsDesert DigestLast Call for Summer Cocktail Camp

Craig OuthierJuly 26, 2019

PHOENIX magazine shakes things up with an exclusive opportunity to sip on some of the summer's most refreshing mixed drinks.

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Desert DigestLists6 Dishes and Drinks We’re Looking Forward to Sampling in August

Editorial StaffJuly 26, 2019

Six items from around the Valley we're excited to try this month.

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Drink ThisPineapple Paradisio

Nikki BuchananJuly 25, 2019

Classified on Tommy Bahama’s menu as a martini, this frothy, feminine cocktail bears little resemblance to James Bond’s macho cocktail of choice.

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Local ProductsScookies

Marilyn HawkesJuly 25, 2019

The Scookie Bar offers build-your-own deep-dish skillet cookies out of a food truck.

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Food ReviewsNew Restaurants 101

M.V. MoorheadJuly 25, 2019

With the new school semester comes a fresh batch of student-appetite-friendly eateries.

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Food ReviewsMODERN Oysterbar Chophouse

Nikki BuchananJuly 25, 2019

Another high-end Valley steakhouse? Don’t scoff – this swank Scottsdale newcomer is genuinely the bomb.

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Veg OutVeggie Antipasto

Marilyn HawkesJuly 25, 2019

Cibo Urban Pizzeria may be known for its glorious, crusty pies and quaint 1913 bungalow, but it also deserves a shoutout for its mixed vegetable antipasto.

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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.