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DiningPHOENIX magazine Team Picks: Formaggio

Editorial StaffSeptember 1, 2023

September is National Italian Cheese Month! Which local formaggio dish has you cheesin'?

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Food ReviewsJinya Ramen Bar

Craig OuthierSeptember 1, 2023

Jinya arrives in trendy Uptown Phoenix with a concept that was trendy five years ago: the ramen-bar hybrid.

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Food ReviewsPocha 54

Craig OuthierSeptember 1, 2023

Subtitled “Korean tapas,” Pocha 54 is a mess of fun.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Course Restaurant

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2023

Chopped champion Cory Oppold classes up the Shea corridor with a prix fixe pleaser.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Latha

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2023

Celebrating the diverse foodways of the African diaspora, this joyous chef-driven restaurant is poised to take Downtown by storm.

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Local Products3 Local Products to Try This Month | September 2023

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 1, 2023

Try locally made RTD tequila cocktails, artisanal dried pasta and single-serving desserts this fall.

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Food ReviewsFabio on Fire Panini and Gelateria

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2023

Fabio Ceschetti is getting positive reception for his new venture – a panini shop, gelateria and Italian mini-market all in one.

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Three BitesThree Bites: Collard Greens

Marilyn HawkesSeptember 1, 2023

Don’t pass judgement on collard greens until you’ve tasted these delicious Valley versions of the soul food staple.

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Drink ThisDrink This: Dreamtime

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2023

The menu at Quartz describes this coral cocktail as “exotic and curative,” which rings true from the first savory, refreshing sip.

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Food ReviewsClaypot Kitchen

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2023

Homey and authentic, Claypot Kitchen specializes in two things: the clay pot dishes of Guangdong and the cooking style of Hong Kong.

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Drink ThisLiquid Arizona: PHOENIX magazine’s First Draft Southwest IPA

Craig OuthierSeptember 1, 2023

PHX Beer Co. and PHOENIX partnered on a magazine-branded brew this summer.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Cryin’ Coyote Barbecue

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2023

The king of Cave Creek barbecue is dead. Long live the king.

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Drink ThisSpace Case: Night Owl Pizza & Drinks

Madison RutherfordSeptember 1, 2023

Most bars have one design element that serves as a conversation starter. Night Owl Pizza & Drinks in South Scottsdale has dozens.

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Desert DigestFood & DrinkSummer Cocktail Camp Q&A: Paul Waxman of Quartz

Grace BerryAugust 31, 2023

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Desert DigestRestaurant Group Behind Kaizen Takes on Two New Concepts

Nikki BuchananAugust 31, 2023

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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.