Perched atop the Valley like a feather in one of local hatmaker Eric Watson’s jaunty fedoras, Cave Creek has many beguiling attributes as a day-trip destination, from its bouldered desert scenery to its many funky bars and saloons.
With a ton of hiking trails and wellness options galore, Sedona proudly touts itself as the ultimate day-trip destination for experience-seeking Arizonans.
Fall is flawless in Flagstaff, when the many aspens that freckle its landscape turn a stunning auburn hue.
Verde Valley comprises the high-desert towns of Clarkdale, Cornville, Cottonwood and Jerome, each boasting its own brand of high-country hospitality, eclectic eateries and, of course, wineries.
Whether you want to soak in the great outdoors or the history of the Old West, Prescott perfectly harmonizes Arizona’s past and present.
Celebrate Fall at a Not-so-Spooky Pumpkin Festival Fairmont Scottsdale Princess marks the spookiest time of year with its festive Pumpkin Nights, through Oct. 31. Highlights include a pumpkin patch; a multiacre labyrinth hay maze; amusement rides, fireworks on select nights and a bounty of German beers and seasonal foods at the resort’s Plaza Bar and restaurants. 6-10 p.m. Tickets start at $18. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, 480-585-4848, scottsdaleprincess.com/pumpkin-fest. Get Your Taco Fix...
Hard Pumpkin Spice Latte from Mavrix | Photo courtesy The James Agency ‘Tis the season! Pumpkin season, that is. Local restaurants are utilizing everyone’s favorite gourd to concoct gourmet goodies of both the sweet and savory variety. Here’s a few we’re looking forward to. Pumpkin Hummus from Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen Though it’s not officially available until October 1, we’re already drooling over Picazzo’s seasonal twist on its traditional creamy hummus. Blended with “a...
Rapper Zane Clark Waxman aka “Zanezor” shares his “hype bag” of tricks to get the crowd pumped.
This effervescent tipple gets its brilliant color and lively brightness from Cocchi Rosa, an Italian aperitivo. Topped off with sparkling rosé and soda water, the cocktail is fresh, fizzy, fruity and well-balanced.
Roasty yet rich, traditional Mexican chiles en nogada fits your autumn dining needs like a turtleneck sweater.
The Coconut Blossom | Photo courtesy Instagram.com/thebarkingbodega I don’t have a dog, but I do follow a lot of canine-centric Instagram pages. I guess I like to live vicariously through various dog owners via the internet without all the time, money and patience it takes to actually be one. The Barking Bodega, it seems, was built for people like me. Well, scratch that. This spot, which opened in March, was built for dogs with...
A Valley restaurant group incentivizes charitable giving the old-fashioned way: with good beer.
Monthly dining reviews from all over the Valley.
The Four Peaks Oktoberfest celebration at Tempe Town Lake has been going strong for nearly 50 years. However, due to a number of factors, the event won’t be taking place this year. There are still plenty of opportunities to don your dirndl or lederhosen and sip some local brew this season. Here are four beer-centric events happening this fall. Prost! Wickenburg Oktoberfest The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild presents historic downtown Wickenburg’s inaugural Oktoberfest event on...
Chiles en nogada from Barrio Café | Photo by Angelina Aragon Though there are a slew of eateries that cater to vegans emerging around the Valley, it can be tricky to find plant-based options at regular restaurants. We’ve rounded up five of the best vegan menus at non-vegan restaurants, which feature everything from tacos with faux meat to soup sans animal products. El Charro Hipster Bar and Café El Charro Hipster Bar and Café...
