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From the EditorEditor’s Note: First and Last

Craig OuthierMarch 1, 2026

Know that we take the issue of keeping this issue fresh very seriously. To that end, there are a few Top Docs ‘firsts’ in this edition that I’d like to underline.

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2026 WM Phoenix Open2026 WM Phoenix Open Field Guide

Craig OuthierDecember 18, 2025

Once again, the rowdy and wonderful WM Phoenix Open returns to the Valley this February, and once again, PHOENIX is previewing it with the WMPO Field Guide, our annual salute to the world’s most-attended golf tournament.

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From the EditorEditor’s Note: A Hike to Remember

Craig OuthierNovember 1, 2025

I really, really like hiking Piestewa Peak. How much? Well, I did some math in my head the other day.

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From the EditorEditor’s Note: The Big 3-0

Craig OuthierMarch 1, 2025

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From the EditorEditor’s Note: Food Ride

Craig OuthierJanuary 2, 2025

Given all the restaurants and talent that move in and out of the Valley on a yearly basis, and the rise of seasonal and rotating menus, three years seems like a safe, responsible following distance between Top Dishes issues.

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From the EditorEditor’s Note: The Great Illusion

Craig OuthierNovember 1, 2024

Writing, editing and designing the November/December issue of PHOENIX always requires an enormous feat of mental play-acting for its editors and art directors. “Suspension of disbelief,” they call it in movies. 

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WM Phoenix Open 2023Editor’s Letter: WM Phoenix Open Keeps it Fresh During Super Bowl Year

Craig OuthierJanuary 2, 2023

When the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee invited us to conceive and publish a fan issue, pairing it with our [annual] WMPO guide just seemed like a no-brainer.

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From the EditorWater Bucket

Craig OuthierFebruary 20, 2020

March 2020 Editor's Note

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From the EditorAdventure Queen

Craig OuthierJanuary 22, 2020

February 2020 Editor's Note

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From the EditorDining Debate

Craig OuthierDecember 19, 2019

January 2020 Editor's Note

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From the EditorBe the Tourist

Craig OuthierNovember 21, 2019

December 2019 Editor's Note

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From the EditorCarb in Copy

Craig OuthierOctober 24, 2019

November 2019 Editor's Note

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From the EditorIn Vino VeritAZ

Craig OuthierSeptember 26, 2019

October 2019 Editor's Note

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From the EditorScratch That

Craig OuthierAugust 22, 2019

September 2019 Editor's Note

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From the EditorThe Roaring 20

Craig OuthierJuly 25, 2019

August 2019 Editor's Note

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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.