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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 DigestFlavors of Phoenix to Feature More Than 30 Valley Chefs

Marilyn HawkesMay 7, 2019

Everything you need to know about 2019's Flavors of Phoenix.

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Desert DigestRecipesRecipe Friday: Ghost Ranch Braised Pork Torta

Marilyn HawkesMay 3, 2019

Learn how to make Ghost Ranch's Braised Pork Torta at home.

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CocktailsDesert DigestFood & DrinkHappy HourHappy Hour: Hula’s Modern Tiki

Leah LeMoineMay 3, 2019

Check out Hula’s Modern Tiki for your happy hour excursion this week.

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Desert DigestThe PHiXThings to DoThe Fastest Two Minutes in Sports: It’s Derby Day

Kelly PottsMay 1, 2019

Grab your hat, bet on your horse and spice up your juleps – it's the Kentucky Derby!

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Desert DigestFive Guacamole Deals For Your Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Marilyn HawkesApril 29, 2019

To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Valley restaurants offer a variety of drink and food specials, from special blend margaritas to creamy guacamole.

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Desert DigestRecipesRecipe Friday: Modern Market Eatery’s Herb Yogurt Dressing

Marilyn HawkesApril 26, 2019

Learn how to make Modern Market Eatery's Herb Yogurt Dressing at home.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkHappy HourHappy Hour: Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen

Leah LeMoineApril 25, 2019

Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen is more than just your favorite pizza joint.

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Food ReviewsHush Public House is an Under-the-Radar Gem

Nikki BuchananApril 25, 2019

Form admirably meets function in North Scottsdale, where two local restaurant vets have stealthily opened the Valley’s best new restaurant of 2019 – so far.

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Desert DigestT. Cook’s at Royal Palms Resort Got a Delicious Makeover

Marilyn HawkesApril 22, 2019

If you haven’t been to T. Cook's lately, it’s time to give the iconic Royal Palms Resort restaurant another look.

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Desert DigestRecipe Friday: Desert Vibes Bowl

Marilyn HawkesApril 19, 2019

Learn how to make Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade's Desert Vibes Bowl at home.

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CalendarDesert DigestHappy HourHappy Hour: Rita’s Kitchen

Leah LeMoineApril 18, 2019

On the hunt for a happy hour spot this week? Try Rita’s Kitchen at the JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa.

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Desert DigestThe Newest Dish at Binkley’s Might Be Its Atmosphere

Nikki BuchananApril 17, 2019

If you’ve been lucky enough (and flush enough) to enjoy a three- to four-hour, 24- to 28-course dinner at Binkley’s, then you know it’s a revelatory food experience that requires the capacity and sheer doggedness that only a true gourmand can muster.

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Desert DigestDiningFood & DrinkA Look Behind The Scenes at the Merkin Vineyards Wine Bar

Marilyn HawkesApril 15, 2019

"The approach here is for guests to have their senses come alive with an Arizona experience,” says owner and head winemaker Maynard James Keenan.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkRecipesRecipe Friday: Taco Guild Borracho Beans

Marilyn HawkesApril 12, 2019

Learn how to make Taco Guild's borracho beans at home.

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Desert DigestDiningRecipesRecipe Friday: Blue Hound Mac ‘N Cheese

Marilyn HawkesApril 5, 2019

It’s hard to pass up a comforting bowl of mac and cheese – so don't.

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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.