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Craft BeerPhoto Gallery: Pics from the 2023 ACBA Festival in Glendale

Matthew JohnsonOctober 23, 2023

The 2nd annual Arizona Craft Beer Awards Festival was held on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium on Saturday, October 21.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkLocal Foodie News | October 2023

Sydnee WilsonOctober 20, 2023

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Craft BeerpodcastPodcast: PHOENIX mag Team Reacts to Medal Winners at the 2023 Arizona Craft Beer Awards

Matthew JohnsonOctober 18, 2023

Pedal Haus takes home 2023 Brewery of the Year at the 2nd annual ACBA.

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Craft BeerWhat to Expect at the 2023 Arizona Craft Beer Awards Festival

Matthew JohnsonOctober 16, 2023

Come celebrate the best of Arizona beer at the AZ Craft Beer Awards & Festival!

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkRaise a Glass to These 9 Local Wine-Pairing Dinners This Fall

Brenna GauchatOctober 13, 2023

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Craft Beer2023 Arizona Craft Beer Awards Medal Ceremony Photo Gallery

Matthew JohnsonOctober 9, 2023

Pedal Haus, Wren House, Roses by the Stairs among the big winners at ACBA in year 2.

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Craft BeerMedal Winners at the 2023 Arizona Craft Beer Awards

Matthew JohnsonOctober 6, 2023

Pedal Haus takes home 2023 Brewery of the Year at the 2nd annual ACBA.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkBuild Your Own Charcuterie Boards at This Scottsdale Sports Bar

Sydnee WilsonOctober 5, 2023

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkSeptember 2023 Restaurant Openings & Closings

Marilyn HawkesOctober 3, 2023

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkYum’s the Word for Merkin Vineyard’s New Wining and Dining Compound in Cottonwood

Mirelle InglefieldOctober 3, 2023

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Craft BeerpodcastPodcast: GABF Medal Winners from Wren House, Flying Basset and Basin + Range Brewing

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 29, 2023

Will an Arizona beermaker bring home Brewery of the Year soon?

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Desert DigestFood & Drink5 Local Beer Festivals to Toast to This Fall

Jacob SnelgroveSeptember 28, 2023

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Craft BeerArizona Breweries Collect 6 Medals at 2023 Great American Beer Festival

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 23, 2023

A bittersweet moment for Arizona highlighted the medal ceremony.

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Craft BeerpodcastCatalyst Crafted Ales Set to Open Soon in Tempe

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 20, 2023

Not since a brewery taproom opened two blocks from my house have I been more excited for a new spot to open than this! 

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CocktailsPhotos: Summer Cocktail Camp at TexAZ Grill

PHOENIX magazineSeptember 14, 2023

Our 10th and final camp in the 2023 Summer Cocktail Camp series.

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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.