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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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Food ReviewsCasa Terra Goes Where No Local Restaurant Has Gone Before

Nikki BuchananMay 23, 2019

Check out this aspirational “vegan fine dining.”

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Desert DigestThe Best Lamb Rib Chops in the Valley

Marilyn HawkesMay 22, 2019

Good-to-the-last-nibble rib chops will convert even the most sheepish diners.

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Food & DrinkSocial Hall Has It All

Nikki BuchananMay 22, 2019

A beersoaked rumpus room becomes an upscale gastropub in the debut of our new restaurant-design page.

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Desert DigestEater’s Triangle: New on Roosevelt Row

Craig OuthierMay 21, 2019

Though controversial, the wave of condo construction on Roosevelt Row in Downtown Phoenix also has certain indisputable benefits. One: The new density has emboldened a new generation of restaurateurs to take a chance on the wily arts district.

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Desert DigestPav on Juice: New Somm on the Block

Pavle MilicMay 20, 2019

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

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Desert DigestRoasted Carrot Tacos

Marilyn HawkesMay 17, 2019

Veggie lovers have plenty of plant-based tacos to choose from around town, but the roasted heirloom carrot tacos at Saguaro Scottsdale's La Señora are a revelation.

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Desert DigestHappy Hour: S & V Urban Italian

Leah LeMoineMay 16, 2019

Check out S & V Urban Italian for your happy hour excursion this week.

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Desert DigestLocal Salad Greens

Marilyn HawkesMay 16, 2019

BAMBOX's microgreen salad blends delivery and a fast, easy and healthy punch of flavor.

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Food & DrinkPeopleQ&A with Restaurateur Jeff Mastro of Ocean 44

Christianna SilvaMay 15, 2019

We catch up with Jeff Mastro, restaurateur extraordinaire, about what makes a good restaurant tick.

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Food & DrinkPeopleA Q&A with Mustache Pretzels’ Greg Golden

Marilyn HawkesMay 15, 2019

Greg Golden created his dream job in 2014 – making mustache-shaped pretzels for the people of the Valley.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkThings to DoWatch Cooking Demonstrations This Weekend at Flagstaff’s Overland Expo West

Marilyn HawkesMay 14, 2019

Check out Flagstaff's Overland Expo West this weekend.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkRecipesRecipe Friday: True Food Kitchen’s Cauliflower Polenta

Marilyn HawkesMay 10, 2019

Learn how to make True Food Kitchen’s Cauliflower Polenta at home.

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CocktailsDesert DigestFood & DrinkHappy HourHappy Hour: Uptown Alley

Leah LeMoineMay 10, 2019

Check out Uptown Alley for your happy hour excursion this week.

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Desert DigestWhere To Take Mom on Mother’s Day

M.V. MoorheadMay 10, 2019

Celebrate the matriarch in your life by taking her to one of these new Valley restaurants.

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Desert DigestDiningFood & DrinkValley NewsCharleen Badman is Arizona’s Newest James Beard Award Winner

Nikki BuchananMay 8, 2019

Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a winner, and it’s about damned time.

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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.