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When it comes to nuns, none are more colorful than the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. The “charity, protest and street performance organization” of drag queens facilitates all sorts of fun dialogue, and on Saturday, May 29, the Grand Canyon Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence will host a virtual “Interesting AF AZ” event on Facebook. Host Sister Mimosa Romero will be joined by Cody Wagner, author of the award-winning LGBTQ+ trilogy, The Gay Teen’s Guide to Defeating...

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There’s a little local love in some big-box retailers lately. Phoenix pet food startup Red, White & Chew’s dog treats – made with chicken, brown rice, sweet potatoes and beets – are available in Walmarts nationwide and on Amazon. The patriotic moniker is a nod to the company’s goal of returning jobs to the U.S. and to its charitable partner, the Gary Sinise Foundation, which serves veterans and first responders. redwhiteandchews.com

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Summer is here, and with it, our oppressive heat. Cool down with a trip up to Prescott to see what’s new. La Planchada Prescott’s first modern taqueria and tequila bar was an instant hit when it opened in February. A fun environment combined with an upscale Mexican menu – featuring green chile tequila chicken tacos and brisket tacos – makes La Planchada one of the most exciting new places in town. Tequila and mezcal cocktails...

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Eight years ago, Ali Nervis met his business partners, Henry Dickerson and Dominic Clark, when they were selling T-shirts and jewelry at small business events. “We share a lot of the same values in terms of why we’re in business – family, community and self-sustainability,” Nervis says. With their wives, the trio launched Archwood Exchange, a monthly swap-meet affiliated with the Buy Black Marketplace movement, in 2016. Their latest project: Straw & Wool, a hip...

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For his annual Christmas trip with friends, Cesar Cramton had planned a South African safari in 2020. When COVID-19 hit, they moved to Plan B. “Costa Rica was a country that we could go to,” says Cramton, operations manager for restaurant group Genuine Concepts (The Vig, Ladera Taverna y Cocina, et al.). “Their precautions for COVID were very in line… We felt safe on that front.” Cramton shares highlights from his trip, planned by travel...

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Spring is melting into summer, and we all know what that means: pool season. Prep your extremities with a mani/pedi using Dazzle Dry, a “clean” nail lacquer line developed by Chandler bio-organic chemist Dr. Vivian B. Valenty. “It is the only nail polish system that truly dries in five minutes without chemically reactive ingredients or the use of UV, LED or sunlight,” Valenty says. It provides chip-free wear like a gel manicure, but can be...

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Symptoms may linger long after official recovery for many COVID patients. Doctors report these are particularly persistent. Loss of Smell/Taste This loss occurs in about one out of 10 patients and can last as long as six months, according to Dr. Joshua LaBaer, director of Arizona State University’s Biodesign Institute. He says the primary loss is smell, which can affect how a person perceives taste. There are no proven remedies that can accelerate recovery. Poor...

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Photo by Reg Madison Photography   Celebrate the Allure of Ol’ Blue Eyes Four virtuoso vocalists perform the best of Frank Sinatra in an intimate nightclub setting as The Phoenix Theatre Company salutes one of the most influential musical artists of the 20th century with Frank Sinatra: My Way, through May 23. The Broadway revue features such well-known classics as “Fly Me to the Moon,” “I Get A Kick Out of You,” “The Way You Look Tonight” and “My Way.” The production is...

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Grab a seat around the virtual campfire for some storytelling on May 26. The latest installment of the Gather storytelling series, “Fast Friends,” explores the themes of speed and camaraderie (and multiple connotations of words) through a trio of tales. One of those tales will be told by guest host Marshall Shore, the “Hip Historian” who makes clashing patterns look cool and has spent years digging up the strangest gems about Phoenix to create a...

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Photo by Kat Barnes   Laugh Along to Non-Stop Nonsense When Sister Julia accidentally poisons most of the convent with her cooking, the remaining Little Sisters of Hoboken must put on a show to raise funds to bury the last four “blue nuns” in the icebox. Nunsense continues to bless theatergoers with hilarious talent acts and tongue-in-cheek musical numbers through May 16. Call for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln.,...

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There are plenty of amazing trips in this month’s 13 Southwest Summer Getaways feature (pg. 104), but if you want something a little greener, a little cooler, head to the Pacific Northwest. Katie Johnson, a proud Oregonian and communications manager for Visit Central Oregon, says the Beaver State “provides really cool vacation experiences for all types of travelers. You can have a meal on a patio, but also summit a mountain!” Johnson recommends Sunriver Resort...

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The flowers are blooming along the Grand Canal, perfectly complementing the murals painted earlier this year during Phoenix Mural Fest. Take a stroll to enjoy the spring-like symbiosis while it lasts.   @iamundefinedart Palo verde sprouts sanguinely from Tiesha Harrison’s portrait.   @liliana__moraart The wildflowers in front of Liliana Mora’s mural match her painted white background and yellow accents.   @arianaa_belen White oleander provides a frame for Ariana Enriquez’s colorful flora and fauna mural.  ...