http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog Just another WordPress weblog Tue, 05 Aug 2008 16:48:58 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en As if you needed a reason to indulge in the uberadorable, ultratasty Sprinkles Cupcakes, we’ll give you one more. From today through Wednesday, Sprinkles Cupcakes will be donating 100 percent of the proceeds from its pink-heart-topped vanilla cupcakes to support the efforts of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. And should you ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/08/05/cupcakes-for-a-cause/ Whether you're watching your figure or your finances (both very important), head on over to Bombay Spice, where you can indulge completely in healthy, wallet-friendly Indian dishes. These light and flavorful spice-laden meals are perfect for summer and definitely won't break your budget. Think Chicken Seekh Kebab Skewers and Chickpea Ceviche for $7,95 ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/08/05/cheap-healthy-indian-eats/ Heading to Lake Mead or Lake Powell in this final stretch of summer? You can stay in luxury in a Silver XTreme, a $1 million houseboat offered by Forever Resorts that offers well-thought-out amenities like a full-scale kitchen,; a seven-person hot tub; flat-screens, DVD players and DirectTV; (there’s even a ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/08/04/high-end-houseboating/ With gas prices sky high, who wants to splurge on yet another dress or top? Didn't think so. This August, Target will reveal their latest GO International designer, New Yorker Richard Chai. Chai is known in the fashion world for creating minimalist and sophisticated looks that can cost you up to ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/31/new-target-hotshot/ If you're a fan of beauty supply stores (Sephora anyone?), then you're probably familiar with Bliss products; you know, the variety of skin lathers and scrubs with quirky names and sky-blue packaging (think "FatGirlSlim" and "Get out of hair!"). To add to their wildly-successful and loved products, Bliss has their own ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/30/bliss-at-the-w/ Looking for something to do? Make time to see the Phoenix At Museum’s Edward Weston exhibit, opening Aug. 9. The exhibit of 60-plus photos taken during the Mexican Renaissance, Edward Weston: Mexico makes clear why the modernist is regarded as one of the 20th century’s most influential photographers.  Don’t miss the ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/29/amazing-art/   You’ve heard of First Fridays. If they aren’t enough to get your fill of the arts, you’ll be glad to know about the First Mondays Art Salon, now in its eighth year. Up next, on Aug. 4, filmmaker and member of Phoenix’s Independent Film Project will speak at 7 p.m. ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/29/first-mondays/ This Thursday, don't miss your chance to guzzle martinis, enjoy live entertainment, and, oh yeah, have the opportunity to "Buy a Date" with an East Valley Firefighter. Head on over to Gilbert post-work, because from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Blush Medspa is hosting their Hot, Hot, Hot Spa Nights Charity Martini Party. ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/28/frills-fun-and-firefighters/ Your next trip to Starbucks doesn’t have to be an ubercaffeinated, full-tilt-calorie excursion “with whip.” The company just introduced its Vivanno smoothies. Two varieties—orange mango banana and banana chocolate—weigh in between 250 and 270 calories, with 16 and 21 grams of protein and 5 and 6 grams of fiber respectively. ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/21/guilt-begone/   Through August 30, Arizona residents have no excuse not to treat themselves to a day of r-and-r at The Boulders Resort’s Golden Door Spa. With a valid in-state driver’s license, locals get 20 percent off of spa treatments Sunday through Thursday. We love the invigorating aromatherapy massage—ask for the citrus-infused, ... http://www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com/valleygirlblog/2008/07/21/boulders-or-bust/