This weekend, instead of hitting up the same old restaurants and after-hours spots, why not go a little more refined and sophisticated with a trip to the ballet. Although it’s not typical for dance troupes to perform during the summer months, Novaballet, led by former business manager of Ballet Arizona Doug Pasley is a new type [...]

Yesterday the Phoenix Art Museum unveiled A Tradition Redefined, an extensive exhibition  of modern and contemporary art highlighting Asian art of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. This elaborate exhibit comprises four colorful and cultural displays across three galleries. Phoenix residents can be among the first to see some works in this collection that have [...]

If you need a break from the daily grind, pop in to Mesa’s Pure Skin Day Spa Thursday night for their Arts and Spa Event, “An Evening Where Art and Beauty Blend to Benefit Charity”. You can browse the works of artist John Koleszar and enjoy complimentary wine, cheese and yummy desserts. Simply by making [...]

Being near the sea sounds ideal for summertime, but having the sea on your face? You bet, and new Fashion Square arrival Seacret Spa can assure you your skin will never look or feel the same. The shop sells everything from nail care to mud masks to sea salts–three of their most popular products–all utilizing minerals [...]

Escaping north this summer? You’re sure to see a familiar face. Chef Ivan Flowers (you may recognize his name from his post at Different Pointe of View) has become the king of Sedona’s culinary scene. Flowers, who is trained in French and Italian cooking styles, is currently heading up not one, but five, Sedona eateries: [...]

If the summer heat has you dreaming of a cooler-climate-vaca, two delicious reasons for you to stay put are about to pop up on Scottsdale’s Restaurant Row. Spaghetti Western Productions, downtown Scottsdale’s group of independently-owned restaurants (including other favorites such as Digestif, Cowboy Ciao and Kazimierz) have planned to open two more restaurants this summer. The [...]

This 4th of July holiday, instead of going mainstream with fireworks and a barbecue, celebrate all week by supporting Local First Arizona’s “Independents Week”. By printing out their online golden ticket you will receive 20 % off merchandise purchased at select local businesses through July 6. Independents Week was officially declared by Governor Janet Napolitano and is [...]

This Saturday, slip out of your regular weekend routine in exchange for something a little more sophisticated. Sangria Saturdays, hosted by Mediterranean/Southwest restaurant Medizona are a part fun, part fancy way to do just that. A DJ spins the tunes while you and your friends sip refreshing glasses of sangria (or, if you prefer, a [...]

This September, the Marriott’s Camelback Inn will officially be on their way to attracting a younger, hipper crowd with the addition of a popular New York steak site. The Chaparral room previously delighted diners at the Camelback Inn, providing a more traditional, formal affair. However, with the resort’s $45 million renovations complete, the addition of BLT Steak [...]