I just returned from a 10-day jaunt in New York. Though my main objective was to visit family throughout the state, I certainly couldn’t visit my home state without digging into NY’s amazing fare, namely pizza (and salt bagels, street vendor pretzels, Serendipity sundaes, Magnolia cupcakes…).

To commemorate my trip and the yummy slices I indulged [...]

Fine dining is alive and well in Chandler thanks to Cork–a strip mall restaurant that boasts incredible small plates and a cool dining area that’s just as appropriate for a dress-up dinner date as it is for a more casual gathering with friends. Half of the restaurant is devoted to a laid-back bar area with [...]

I love sushi. For birthday dinners and special events, I will always shuttle my friends out for sushi–even though a few of them still don’t appreciate the greatness of it. Needless to say, I always jump at the chance to try another sushi restaurant. This time, it was Old Town Scottsdale’s Pearl Sushi Lounge & Bomber Bar. [...]

Looking to leave the neighborhood, Scottsdalites and Phoenicians, but don’t want to bask in your hot car for too long? I suggest a stop at Carefree Station Grill & Bar for some tempting summer eats. (Plus, Carefree Station is hosting some pretty sweet deals this summer.) Nestled in the heart of Carefree at Tom Darlington [...]

A few weekends ago, I had a wonderful, whirlwind weekend at the Valley’s own Four Seasons Scottsdale at Troon North. The room? Completely lovely, bursting with sunny colors. The spa treatment? A jojoba and prickly pear body polish–relaxing and refreshing. The pool? A wonderful way to kick off any Saturday morning–sipping a cold drink under [...]

When it comes to dining out, I’ve been on quite a Southwestern kick lately. This time, my hunger pangs took me to North Scottsdale’s Jalapeno Inferno Mexican Bistro. Upon arriving at Jalapeno Inferno, I had my fingers crossed that the weather would magically cool off so I could enjoy the restaurant’s nice patio. Though the [...]

 
Richardson’s, in Phoenix, has long been providing the Valley with delectable New Mexican fare and my recent lunch visit confirmed what all the fuss was about. Finding the restaurant, though, was a small challenge. The only sign that read “Richardson’s” was on the glass door (there was no name on the building) so we drove [...]

I’m sure Valley steakhouses will be bustling this weekend with full-bellied dads, celebrating Father’s Day. Need suggestions as to where to treat pops to some prime meat? Here are some of our favorite steakhouses in Scottsdale and Phoenix:
BLT Steak This Camelback Inn restaurant is one of chef Laurent Tourondel’s few eateries in the Southwest. While [...]

There is a very special birthday party happening tonight: Market Street on DC Ranch’s Armitage Wine Lounge & Cafe is celebrating its fifth birthday. If you haven’t visited this Scottsdale wine bar just yet, tonight is a great time to go. From 6 to 8 p.m., Armitage will dish out complimentary wine, cocktails and beer. [...]

We don’t need to tell you that Neiman Marcus is one of Scottsdale Fashion Square’s top places for the latest fashions. However, you might not be aware that the chic shop is also home to a delicious, casual eatery, NM Cafe–perfect for a weekend shopping fuel-up or a business lunch on the weekdays.
To find NM [...]