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In honor of Valentine's Day next week, AZFoothills.com introduces you to some of our favorite Valley couples. Nex up, Sima & Marcellino Verzino of the Best of Our Valley-winning Scottsdale restaurant, Marcellino Ristorante. Read about how these two lovebirds--who just celebrated 20 years of marriage--met in Rome and what they consider a great date night.

How long have you been married? We celebrated 20 years of marriage Nov. 24, 2016.

How did you meet? Ha! Interesting indeed! After living in Romem Italy as a recording artist for more than eight years, I [Sima] was invited by mutual...

Valentine’s trends are a great way to add a bit of glam to your February.  Whether you’re a love enthusiast or not, celebrating the official day of love can surely be the highlight of the potentially ho-hum month. The beauty trends on fleek this year are perfect for girls of all ages, so it’s no surprise that moms in the Valley are indulging in a bit of Mom & Me apparel for their pre-date night celebrations.

Below are some of our favorite trends that are all $25 or under and perfect for work, the gym or holiday room-mom duties.

Leggins from Lularoe – Leggins from this company are noted to be “soft as butter.” I especially love their holiday lines as it makes getting dresses easy and fun...

Phoenician ladies are counting down the days to celebrate Valentine’s.  Not only do we hope for some extravagances from our significant other, but we also like to pamper our special guy on February 14th. When our men are also dads to our mini-me's, we have double the need for gift-giving.

This year, we have a list of must-haves for the ones that make our hearts flutter:

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