People
AFM Tête à Tête: Katherine Kallinis and Sophie LaMontagne
Some people can barely stand a Thanksgiving dinner with their sibling, let alone run a successful business with them. Sisters Katherine Kallinis and Sophie LaMontagne not only run one of the top cupcakeries in the nation—Georgetown Cupcake in Washington, D.C.—but they are the hilarious and relatable stars of TLC’s “DC Cupcakes.” Read on as the beautiful bakers discuss sisterly love and how their hit show came to be.
The Valley’s Most Powerful Men—2011
Not only are these nine men at the forefront of their respective fields (whether it be education, medicine, real estate, dining or otherwise), but locals have come to know and respect them for their overall ability to make the Valley a better place to live, work or play.
Q&A with Graffiti Artist DOSE
Central Phoenix graffiti artist DOSE has exhibited in art spaces such as Bentley Gallery & Bentley Projects and the Phoenix Art Museum, was a featured presenter at a TED X Conference and was the award recipient of Graffiti artist by ASU President Michael Crow in “The Graffiti Alley Community Engagement Project” 2009. Connecting the worlds of street and gallery art, AFM finds out more about this great local artist.
"AZ War on Culture" by DOSE
Father's Day: A Valley Woman's Unique Approach
For Diane Goullard Parlante, Father’s Day is a special holiday that celebrates “all those men who are father figures in our life.” In honor of her own father who unexpectedly passed away in March from a massive heart attack, Goullard Parlante has been inspired to design and create one-of-a-kind jewelry in his memory.
Diane Goullard Parlante Photo by Danny Raustadt
Arizona Water Parks
Nothing says summertime more than the smell of sunscreen and a day full of water festivities. Trying to stay cool under the desert’s sun can be a daunting task; however, Arizona’s water parks have made staying cool a breeze with five different locations scattered throughout the Valley. So if you enjoy adrenaline-pumping attractions or a leisurely float across the lazy river, make a splash at a water park nearest to you.
