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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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Veg OutVegan Ceviche

Marilyn HawkesOctober 1, 2018

You won’t even miss the fish in this vegan ceviche from Farm & Craft that uses sweet golden beets instead of seafood.

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Local ProductsOlive Oil Chocolate

Marilyn HawkesOctober 1, 2018

Fulfill your chocolate cravings and antioxidant quota in one serving with Queen Creek Olive Mill’s olive oil chocolate bars.

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Food ReviewsBeyond the Chicken Finger

M.V. MoorheadOctober 1, 2018

Up your bar-bites game at these new Valley gastropubs.

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Food ReviewsSushi Nakano

Nikki BuchananOctober 1, 2018

A sushi scion makes waves in sleepy Ahwatukee with his spot-on renditions of Japanese classics.

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Food ReviewsConfluence

Nikki BuchananOctober 1, 2018

Kevin Binkley protégé Brandon Gauthier knocks it out of the part in the boss’ former Carefree digs.

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Food ReviewsThe Ultimate Late-Night Eats Guide

Shelby MooreOctober 1, 2018

Jonesing for an after-midnight meal…on Tuesday? Follow our roving dining reporter on a tour of the town’s top taverns, taquerias and other late-night food solutions.

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ListsEnough Caffeine for a Week: Celebrating National Coffee Day

Leah LeMoineSeptember 28, 2018

“I never laugh until I’ve had my coffee,” Hollywood legend Clark Gable once said. Thankfully, Saturday, September 29, is National Coffee Day, and there are enough deals to keep you caffeinated and laughing all day long.

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RecipesRecipe Friday: Thirsty Lion’s White Chocolate Cheesecake

PMInternSeptember 18, 2018

Whether planning a formal dinner party or a casual get together, sometimes dessert gets overlooked. But for many people, dessert is more important than the main dish or anything else that precedes it.

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RecipesRecipe Friday: Dorian’s Tomato Burrata Salad

PMInternSeptember 18, 2018

If you’ve ever enjoyed smooth, creamy burrata in a restaurant and wondered how to make it at home, this recipe is for you. Chef Kurtis Smith of Old Town Scottsdale’s Dorian shares his burrata recipe and it’s not as hard to make as you might think.

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RecipesRecipe Friday: Press Coffee Cold Brew Shaker

PMInternSeptember 14, 2018

If you’re an avid coffee drinker, you probably greet every morning with a jolting cup of Joe. Rest assured, you’re in good company. According to the National Coffee Association, 64 percent of Americans have at least one cup of coffee a day.

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RecipesRecipe Friday: Voila French Bistro Mini Quiche Lorraine

PMInternSeptember 9, 2018

The hardest part of preparing a quiche is crafting a light, crumbly crust to cradle the delicate custard filling. If you’ve been searching for an easier way to make this delightful dish, Chef Jean-Christophe Gros of Voila French Bistro offers a recipe using puff pastry purchased at the grocery store.

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RecipesRecipe Friday: Chef Lisa Dahl’s Glorioso Peach Sundae

PMInternSeptember 7, 2018

Before sweet, juicy peaches disappear for the season and we’re back to eating bananas and apples, Chef Lisa Dahl of Dahl Restaurant Group in Sedona offers a dessert recipe that’s simple to prepare and doesn’t heat up the kitchen.

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Openings/ClosingsCiao, Crudo! Beloved Valley Restaurant to Re-Brand

Nikki BuchananSeptember 4, 2018

Cullen Campbell, chef-owner of Italian-inflected Crudo on Indian School in Central Phoenix, is not a status quo kind of guy, which partially explains his new plan to broaden the restaurant’s scope and ditch the Crudo name while he’s at it.

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Food ReviewsThe Root and Soul

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2018

Soul food scion Christian Buze tries a few new things with his first foray into the family business. Wise diners will stick with the standards.

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Drink ThisThe Green Lantern

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2018

Gin, lime, honeydew, green Chartreuse and fresh cracked pepper make a spicy and bright cocktail.

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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.