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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 

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Dining Review: Quiessence

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Three BitesBegin Again

Gwen Ashley WaltersSeptember 1, 2014

New chefs = new menus at these storied Valley restaurants.

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Drink ThisApple of My Eye

Wynter HoldenSeptember 1, 2014

Apples evoke childhood memories of crisp fall nights, Halloween dunking games and homemade pies.

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Happy HourHit the Sauce

Wynter HoldenSeptember 1, 2014

From thin crust and Sicilian pizzas to craft drafts and vodka on tap, these three Italian happy hours dish up a slice of the good life.

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Food ReviewsFlower Child

Wynter HoldenAugust 1, 2014

Sam Fox launches another salvo in the health food revolution with this groovy Camelback café.

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Food ReviewsPho Avina

Gwen Ashley WaltersAugust 1, 2014

Big menu. Big flavors. But rarely a big bill at this innovative West Valley noodle house.

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Drink ThisEl Corazon

Wynter HoldenAugust 1, 2014

In Frozen, Queen Elsa mistakenly turns her sister’s heart to ice

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Food ReviewsUrban Vine

Marilyn HawkesAugust 1, 2014

With his new CenPho bistro, culinary star Michael O’Dowd creates wine-ready country cuisine.

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Three BitesCool Sippings

Gwen Ashley WaltersAugust 1, 2014

Chilly summer soups beat the heat.

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Happy Hour‘Cue and Brews

Wynter HoldenAugust 1, 2014

Barbecue and beer go together like Phoenix and sunshine. March your little piggies down to these three smokin' happy hours for discount drinks and starters worth squealing over.

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Local ProductsSweet Pickled Jalapenos

Gwen Ashley WaltersAugust 1, 2014

Grainy black and white Westerns flicker silently across a TV screen at Bryan's Black Mountain Barbecue.

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Three BitesGobble, Gobble

Gwen Ashley WaltersJuly 1, 2014

Low-fat, high-flavor turkey burgers are worth the hunt.

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Drink ThisRaising Arizona

Wynter HoldenJuly 1, 2014

The 1987 cult classic Raising Arizona put several Phoenix landmarks in the public eye,

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Happy HourDog Days of Summer

Wynter HoldenJuly 1, 2014

Feeling the need for some puppy love? Cool off in the shade and enjoy budget nibbles with four-footed friends at these patio “yappy” hours.

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Local ProductsPrecious Sauces

Gwen Ashley WaltersJuly 1, 2014

As hot sauces go, heat levels are relative. What’s scorching to one palate...

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Food ReviewsHot N Juicy Crawfish

Wynter HoldenJuly 1, 2014

Vegas import deals a winning hand with fresh Cajun seafood and down ‘n’ dirty dining.

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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.