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Drink ThisDrink This: The Spice Queen at Fat Ox

Nikki BuchananNovember 1, 2023

This silky little number is a scotch-based riff on the Old Fashioned.

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ArtsIn the Studio with Sculptor Carlos Page

Sara CrockerNovember 1, 2023

See Cave Creek sculptor Carlos Page’s pieces and creative space in person at the Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour this month.

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Valley NewsSmall Town, Inc.: Local Law Impedes Communities from Incorporating

Jimmy MagahernNovember 1, 2023

A new state law makes it even harder for small communities to incorporate.

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DiningFeatures2023 Best New Restaurants

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

Relive a red-letter year in Valley dining with our picks for the new restaurants most worthy of your immediate gustatory attention – from the Scottsdale sushi spot led by an old culinary lion to a pair of upstart Downtown diners that started on four wheels.

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Valley NewsCollections Dept.: Christmas at the Princess Ornaments

Colton CagleNovember 1, 2023

In the 13 years since Christmas at the Princess launched, these commemorative ornaments have become beloved keepsakes for guests.

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FeaturesPeopleThe Great 48 2023

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

From athletes and educators to artists and entrepreneurs, our 2023 class of superlative Valley dwellers is raising the proverbial bar.

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ShoppingWeb Extra – Hikes, Honky-Tonks & Hangouts Hiking Merch

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

All the Arizona hiking items included in the Hikes, Honky-Tonks & Hangouts story can be purchased at Just Roughin’ It Adventure Company (justroughinit.com) with locations in North Scottsdale and East Phoenix.

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IssuesNovember/December 2023

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

The Great 48 - Our Annual salute to Some Seriously Fine Phoenicians. Plus Hikes, Honkytonks & Hangouts.

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FeaturesTravelHikes, Honky-Tonks & Hangouts: 8 All-Day Valley Adventures Tailor-Made for Trail Season

Mare CzinarNovember 1, 2023

We’ve teased out eight offbeat Valley adventures tailor-made for trail season.

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From Our PartnersHealthLive Well: Pain Management

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

Leading pain management experts in the Valley offer advice on how to select the right doctor, explore effective and individualized treatment options and implement preventive strategies.

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Valley NewsSharpe to the Point: Political Ad Nauseum

Jim SharpeNovember 1, 2023

Opinion columnist Jim Sharpe ponders how to navigate the barrage of political ads this election cycle.

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Valley NewsWhat’s Up: Newsy Stuff for November and December 2023

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

A glimpse of the goings on in the Valley this winter.

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EntertainmentFrom Our PartnersGaming Guide

Editorial StaffNovember 1, 2023

Bust the house with this look at the Valley’s new gaming culture, including sportsbooks and table games.

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Valley NewsImage Maker: SMOCA’s Survey of Photographer Christina Fernandez’s Career

Robrt L. PelaNovember 1, 2023

A survey of Christina Fernandez’s career is very much in focus.

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Valley NewsRaising Phoenix: Buried Secrets at the Arizona State Hospital

Amy SilvermanNovember 1, 2023

Concluding her series on mental health and homelessness, our columnist metaphorically walks the grounds of a moldering Phoenix cemetery – and picks through several decades of neglect in the psychiatric hospital next door.

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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.