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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Ep. 20 with Chef Rochelle Daniel of Atria

Matthew JohnsonNovember 10, 2021

Daniel (L'Auberge, Fat Ox) embarks on a new project in the high country.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Ep. 19 with Libby Lingua from Highball Cocktails

Matthew JohnsonOctober 29, 2021

Talking cocktails with veteran mixologist and one of our Great 48 of 2021.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Ep. 18 with Chula Seafood

Matthew JohnsonOctober 8, 2021

Like the name indicates, Chula is all about selling sexy seafood.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Ep. 17 with Chip Mulala from Huss Brewing

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 17, 2021

Craig, Leah and Huss Brewing's Minister of Craft Beer dish on this week's news around the Valley dining scene.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Ep. 16 with Chef Brian Peterson of Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails

Matthew JohnsonSeptember 9, 2021

Peterson offers advice on cooking techniques including sous vie and brining, a must listen for at-home chefs!

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Ep. 14 with Julia Peixoto Peters

Matthew JohnsonJune 10, 2021

The Brazilian coffee powerhouse joins our latest podcast for some coffee talk.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 12 with Cider Corps

Matthew JohnsonMay 26, 2021

Jason and Josh Duren are the 'cider bros' behind Cider Corps cidery in Mesa.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 11 with Susie Timm of Arizona Restaurant Week

Matthew JohnsonMay 20, 2021

Timm works to prepare local eateries for Arizona Restaurant Week, beginning Friday, May 21.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 10 with guest David Tyda

Matthew JohnsonMay 14, 2021

Tyda is currently planning to open BARCOA, a pop-up agave spirits bar located inside XICO Art Gallery in Downtown Phoenix.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 9 with Guests Nick Campisano and Josh James from Clever Koi

Matthew JohnsonMay 7, 2021

The talented minds behind Clever Koi and Across The Pond are back with a fast-casual build-your-own ramen shop, Clever Ramen.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 8 with Teresa Hansen from Good Things Coming

Matthew JohnsonApril 29, 2021

After cooking a five-course cannabis-infused dinner on 4/20, Hansen rolls up on the Desert Digest podcast.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 7 with Phil Johnson of Trapp Haus BBQ

Matthew JohnsonApril 22, 2021

Trapp Haus BBQ owner & pitmaster Phil Johnson joins the pod on our latest episode.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 5 with guest Melissa Maggiore

Matthew JohnsonApril 2, 2021

Melissa Maggiore plans to open The Italian Daughter, a new concept to honor her late father Tomaso, later this month.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 4 with guest Donald Hawk

Matthew JohnsonMarch 25, 2021

Chef Donald Hawk from Valentine joins the Desert Digest podcast.

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Desert DigestpodcastDesert Digest Episode 3 with guest Rene Andrade

Matthew JohnsonMarch 18, 2021

Rene Andrade, Chef and owner of Bacanora, joins us to talk about a career in the kitchen.

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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.