Finding Her Center
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Finding Her Center

Writer Amanda ChristmannPhotograph Courtesy of Phoenix Youth Ballet Theatre [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the art of ballet, it is not the lithe bodies, the graceful form or even the fluid, athletic concert of movement that are most important to master. Though all are part of the final performance, before a dancer can begin to master choreography, he or…

Supporting the Arts with Foodie Fundraisers
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Supporting the Arts with Foodie Fundraisers

Writer Shoshana LeonPhotography Courtesy of Tim Fuchs and the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa [dropcap]F[/dropcap]ormed in 1978, the Scottsdale League for the Arts has a long history of supporting the arts through culinary fundraising events. Since 2000, the Scottsdale League for the Arts has raised more than $4.5 million to support the arts in Maricopa…

Making Elegant Look Easy
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Making Elegant Look Easy

Writer Shannon SeversonPhotography Courtesy of Mora Italian [dropcap]A[/dropcap]s his Phoenix eatery, Mora Italian, celebrates its second anniversary, celebrity chef Scott Conant and I had a conversation about food, family, and how Arizona lured him westward after decades of living and working in the Big Apple. “I was 27 years in Manhattan, and New York City…

Success Reimagined – Chef Cullen Campbell’s Bar Pesce
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Success Reimagined – Chef Cullen Campbell’s Bar Pesce

Writer Shannon SeversonPhotography Courtesy of Bar Pesce [dropcap]I[/dropcap]magine having an incredibly successful restaurant with scores of adoring customers steadfastly enjoying your signature dishes. Rave reviews keep rolling in for six years. Then, you take a huge risk. You change the name, the menu, and even the cultural influence of your offerings. It’s a bold move…

12 Perfect Chocolate Cupcakes
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12 Perfect Chocolate Cupcakes

Writer and Photographer Kyndra Kellykyndraclaire.com [dropcap]F[/dropcap]or those times when you just need a dozen PERFECT chocolate cupcakes… Ingredients:1 cup flour3/4 cup sugar1/3 cup cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking sodadash of salt1/3 cup softened butter1 egg1/3 cup milk1/4 cup hot water1 teaspoon vanilla Directions: Preheat oven to 350 and prepare a cupcake pan with…