Dining features, culinary culture, and beverage coverage from the Desert Foothills table.
While Phoenix heats up, Arizona’s cooler elevations host 12 premier spring festivals spanning yoga immersions and literary giants, mountain biking spectacles and wine country celebrations — here’s your curated roadmap to the state’s best cultural escapes.
From birria-stuffed pretzels to Elvis-inspired hot dogs dusted in gold, the Cactus League’s 2026 lineup proves the Valley’s spring training stadiums are serving up experiences as memorable as the games themselves.
James Beard semifinalist chef Cory Oppold brings architectural precision and farm-fresh philosophy to North Scottsdale’s fine dining renaissance at COURSE Restaurant.
Cave Creek’s beloved culinary festival returns Oct. 22–23 with more than 30 local restaurants showcasing their finest offerings in the enchanting outdoor setting of Stagecoach Village.
From tragedy to triumph, chef Lisa Dahl’s 30-year culinary journey has transformed Sedona from a spiritual retreat into Arizona’s premier fine dining destination.
Beat the heat with Arizona’s most beloved independent ice cream parlors, from Prescott’s nostalgic charm to Flagstaff’s artisanal innovations.
Exquisite espresso creations that transcend the ordinary: Discover how the North Valley’s master coffee artisans are transforming beverages into expressions of identity, craftsmanship and community.
Saddle up for a mouthwatering adventure as Cave Creek’s finest eateries serve up a feast for the senses at the annual Taste of Cave Creek event.
North Valley neighborhoods are abuzz with venues inspired by speakeasies and smaller-scale opportunities to taste and toast.
These locally-owned restaurants boast bold regional flavors from the Midwest and South with a wide western swing to the Hawaiian Islands.