Chocolate Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
These cookies are so bright and delicious that they disappear very quickly!
A Festival with Pizza-zz
The ultimate celebration of all things pizza returns Nov. 12 and 13 to downtown Phoenix’s Margaret T. Hance Park, where the seventh annual Phoenix Pizza Festival will tantalize taste buds. Live bands, a kids zone, lawn games, dessert trucks and 15–20 pizza makers will create a cheesy paradise for the whole family in the heart of downtown.
Downtown Phoenix: The Cure for What Ales You
Bars and restaurants located in the walkable downtown core of Phoenixare set to participate in the city’s ninth annual event designed to celebrate its distinction as one of the most extensive and diverse craft beer scenes in Arizona.
Recipes from the Heart
James Beard Award-winning celebrity chef Scott Conant delivers recipes, stories and inspiration in his newest cookbook — “Peace, Love, and Pasta: Simple and Elegant Recipes from a Chef’s Home Kitchen.”
Leila’s Empanadas: Handheld Happiness
Overcoming obstacles and starting over were far from unfamiliar concepts for chef Leila Beltrame, who recently launched a line of authentic, artisan empanadas in Anthem, Cave Creek and Scottsdale.
Oh Christmas Treats
Writer Joseph J. AirdoPhotography Courtesy of Geek Desserts Everyone loves the holiday season but North Valley residents Rebecca Hauger and Mara Hodge may love it more than most. As co-owners and head decorators of Geek Desserts, a home-based bakery offering high-quality and delicious cakes, cookies and more, the duo find that Christmastime provides the perfect…
Remarkable Repasts
Writer Shannon SeversonPhotography Courtesy of Dana Gibbons Photography [dropcap]A[dropcap]s shadows grow long against a brilliant Arizona sunset, something special is taking shape beneath the cool green leaves of Agritopia Farm’s picturesque peach tree orchard. The tables are set with a natural table runner gathered from the surrounding gardens: bunches of basil and mint, deep purple…
Legacy of a Craftsman
Writer Shannon SeversonPhotography Courtesy of The Craftsman Cocktails + Kitchen [dropcap]T[dropcap]he headstone of Jason Ebel’s beloved grandfather reads simply, “A Craftsman.” These two words, and the man who inspired Ebel and chef-partner Chris Nicosia to open The Craftsman Cocktails + Kitchen in North Scottsdale, are the cornerstone of every aspect of this neighborhood gathering spot…
The Wandering Donkey Settles In
Writer Shannon SeversonPhotography by Carl ShultzPhotos of Food Courtesy of Wandering Donkey [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he birth of the Wandering Donkey food truck seems not so long ago for Lance and Beth Smith. Although Lance’s roots began successfully in the corporate world more than three decades ago, his passion for food began as a very young man. Preparing…