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Arizona Travel Awards2026 Arizona Travel Awards Winners

Jason KeilJuly 1, 2026

When it comes to scenic outdoor adventures, eye-catching art festivals and award-winning restaurants, Arizona ranks near the top of any credible list, attracting visitors from all corners of the world.

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Basecamp ArizonaHigh Country Motor Lodge

Jessica DunhamMay 14, 2026

Savor the Flagstaff outdoors – and get a monster dose of Americana.

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Craft BeerPinnacle Brewing Wins Big at the 2025 Arizona Craft Beer Awards

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 28, 2025

Pinnacle was the big winner of the night at the 4th annual Arizona Craft Beer Awards, presented by PHOENIX magazine and the Arizona Craft Brewer’s Guild.

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From Our PartnersCraft a Perfect Trip to San Diego in 4 Easy Steps

Editorial StaffMay 14, 2025

With its perfect weather and great attractions, the area offers something for everyone.

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Craft BeerArizona Wilderness Brewing Shifts Beer Production to New McDowell Miracle Mile Location

Matthew JohnsonApril 24, 2025

Wilderness Miracle Mile is the 3rd Valley location for the award-winning brewer.

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City Guide 20253 Tempe Tap Rooms

Editorial StaffDecember 6, 2024

Check out Tempe’s tight community of craft beer trailblazers.

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City Guide 2025A Guide to Food & Drink in the East Valley in 2025

Editorial StaffDecember 5, 2024

Global cuisine, American favorites and tons of breweries hold court in Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert.

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City Guide 2025Craft BeerA Guide to Valley Breweries in 2025

Editorial StaffDecember 1, 2024

Put together a nifty tasting flight of top Phoenix-area craft beer destinations with this bird’s-eye guide.

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Craft BeerPhotos from the 2024 Arizona Craft Beer Awards Ceremony

Matthew JohnsonOctober 7, 2024

PHOENIX magazine and the Arizona Craft Brewer's Guild partnered to host the 3rd annual Arizona Craft Beer Awards ceremony at the Arizona Historical Society in Tempe on Sunday night, October 6.

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Craft BeerAward-Winning Beers! Here are the Winners From the 2024 Arizona Craft Beer Awards

Matthew JohnsonOctober 6, 2024

Tucson’s Barrio Brewing was the big winner of the night at the 3rd annual Arizona Craft Beer Awards, presented by PHOENIX magazine and the Arizona Craft Brewer’s Guild.

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Craft BeerThe Best Local Beers We Tried Last Month

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 17, 2024

The best beers from August and early September. Prost!

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Best of the ValleySlideshowsBest Fest 2024 Photo Gallery

Matthew JohnsonAugust 20, 2024

Photos from our Best of the Valley party at The Duce in Downtown Phoenix on August 17.

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Craft BeerThe Best Local Beers We Tried Last Month

Matthew JohnsonAugust 1, 2024

From Roses by the Stairs to Phantom Fox, here’s a look back at our favorites from the month of July.

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Craft BeerGoing For Liquid Gold: The All-Time Medal Count at the Arizona Craft Beer Awards

Matthew JohnsonJuly 31, 2024

Here's a look at our all-time leaders in medals, after 2 years of ACBA competition.

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Craft BeerThe Best Golf Course-Adjacent Breweries Around the Phoenix Metro Area

Matthew JohnsonJanuary 18, 2024

Keep the long drives on the par fives and make your post-round travel your short game specialty with our list of the closest crafty drinks after a day on the links.

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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.