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PHX StylePHX Style: Pop Culture

Carly SchollSeptember 11, 2024

After renovating 16 different of her own homes across four states, interior designer Julia Buckingham has more experience in home transformations than most people could gain in a lifetime.

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PHX StylePHX Style: The High Life

Editorial StaffSeptember 11, 2024

These three dream condos take vertical living to new heights.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Born & Bred in Scottsdale

Craig OuthierSeptember 7, 2024

Envisioned by restaurateur Charles Barber as a toned-down version of Aftermath, this Scottsdale offshoot instead simply lacks tone.

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From Our PartnersHealthLive Well: Women’s Health

Editorial StaffSeptember 6, 2024

Valley health-care professionals are here to help women throughout their wellness journey.

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PeopleWhat’s in Your Acupuncture Office? with Dr. Constance Bradley

Fatima GabirSeptember 3, 2024

When patients walk into Dr. Constance Bradley’s Scottsdale office, they might think they’ve mistakenly entered a spa.

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Drink ThisDrink This: Infinite Play at The Ends

Nikki BuchananSeptember 3, 2024

Inspired by the travels of Anthony Bourdain, The Ends in Old Town Scottsdale will top many must-try lists this fall.

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Space CaseSpace Case: Oliver’s Modern American

Madison RutherfordSeptember 2, 2024

This contemporary neighborhood eatery was formerly the country’s first Polynesian-themed Dairy Queen, built by Ralph Haver in 1964.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Uchi Has That Winning Vibe

Nikki BuchananSeptember 1, 2024

Conceding greatness to a high-end restaurant chain from Texas is always a bitter pill – but this new sushi hot spot in Old Town is sweet from start to finish.

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Dining20 Scottsdale Restaurants to Try This Month

Editorial StaffSeptember 1, 2024

Noteworthy eateries from our rotating master list of Valley restaurants.

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Food ReviewsFood Review: Little Snitch in Scottsdale is a Vibe

Nikki BuchananJuly 5, 2024

Wallpapered and shabby-chic, multi-flowered and chandeliered, Little Snitch is an ultra-feminine haven specializing in elaborate coffee drinks, pretty cocktails, baked goods and brunch.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Beginner’s Luck Has Our Critic Completely Smitten

Nikki BuchananJuly 5, 2024

This all-day diner in Old Town from chef Bernie Kantak does everything well – and breakfast perfectly.

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DiningWhere to Eat in Scottsdale: 22 Restaurants Worth Visiting This Month

Editorial StaffJuly 1, 2024

The restaurants listed are noteworthy and randomly selected from our rotating master list.

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2024 Faces of PhoenixThe Faces of Southwest Medical Imaging, LTD

Matthew JohnsonJune 28, 2024

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Craft BeerPinnacle Brewing Company Brings Flavors, Styles of the North to the Desert

Matthew JohnsonJune 11, 2024

This new stylish brewery fits the Scottsdale vibe.

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Food ReviewsDining Review: Seven

Craig OuthierMay 10, 2024

Even if you’re just popping in for a fairly decent crispy cod sandwich at lunch, evidence of this Riot Hospitality concept’s double life as a nighttime bottle-service rooster show is all around.

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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.