For the last year the folks at Curalate, a photo/social media-centric marketing and analytic suite, have struggled with one of the great questions of the hipster generation: What is the perfect Pinterest photo? You might be inclined to argue that garnering hundreds of likes and repins has to do with…
We’re counting our blessings that gelato has less fat than ice cream because there’s a good chance we’re going to be eating a lot of it this summer. On Monday night at Gelato Spot in Scottsdale, a dozen local chefs unveiled artisanal gelato flavors, each of which represents the signature…
You probably know that most packaged foods contain more than one serving size. But have you ever stopped to think about what a single serving size actually looks like? Here’s a hint: really, really small. Watch this video and, if you’re like us, you’ll quickly realize you’ve been eating enough…
More than a few people consider Quiessence the best restaurant in this town and a big part of that repuation has to do with the talents of chef Greg LaPrad. For eight years he’s made the South Mountain restaurant a destination for diners and we couldn’t be sadder to see…
For the second year Lisa Starry of Scorpius Dance Theater will bring together dancers and choreographers from around the state for a showcase of kick-ass contemporary dance. The show is a take on the highly acclaimed Choreographer’s Carnival, except Kick-A Dance Showcase features work from Arizona choreographers. If you enjoyed…
It wasn’t a great month for restauranteurs in Phoenix, with the closing of a favorite Italian joint and a wine bar that’s been around for years. On the upside, we’re getting a whole bunch of Togo’s — again. See also: April Restaurant Openings and Closings in Metro Phoenix March Restaurant…
For some reason we are, and aren’t, that surprised to learn that an M.F.A. student in Brooklyn has created her own DIY kit for high-fructose corn syrup. The artificial sweetener is found in nearly everything we eat and drink, from soda to bread, but is virtually impossible for consumers to…
Quite frankly we can’t believe it’s only been a year since Hotel Palomar opened in Downtown Phoenix. It could be because we so quickly came to love the restaurant inside the hotel, which was just the spot downtowners had been waiting for. We liked it so much it even made…
Feathers will surely fly at the one-year anniversary party of downtown Phoenix’s Hotel Palomar. On Wednesday, June 5, the hotel hot spot will host a pillow fight and party to show off the new look of its LUSTRE Rooftop Garden. See also: 10 Hotels for a Phoenix Staycation 10 Favorite…
Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Check out what’s on our plate. See also: Beaver Choice Swedish Restaurant Reopens in New Mesa Digs Today Festival of Lights Wine & Beer Tasting Festival Though we’ve made it through the heart of the festival…
According to data from International Wine and Spirit Research, Chinese people drank over 11 billion liters of baijiu last year, making it the most consumed liquor in the world, Reutrers reports. Baiju, for those unfamiliar with the booze, is a distilled alcoholic beverage made (usually) from sorghum. It’s generally about…
Fans of reality television dance shows will recognize the names Travis Wall, Nick Lazzarini, Teddy Forance, and Kyle Robinson. Wall earned an Emmy nomination for his work on So You Think You Can Dance, Lazzarini won the first season of the show, and Forance has been a part of recent…
When it comes to hand-made artisan Italian food products in the Valley we turn to Gina Buskirk of Gina’s Homemade. Next month they want to share their homemade goodies in epic proportions at their inaugural Italian Food Rave, a “night where more is more.” See also: Gina’s Homemade Opens Shop…
Consider yourselves warned: Promise Taco Bell that you’ll tattoo a burrito on your body if they bring back your favorite menu item and they will take you up on the offer. See also: 10 Best/Worst Pizza Tattoos At least that’s what the company is saying went down recently with Beefy…
Phoenix may be better known for its urban sprawl than its sprawling green spaces,, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t cool spots for city kids to get a little taste of life on the farm. In the middle of our concrete jungle, you’ll find family-owned and -operated Tolmachoff Farms, where…
In Trondheim, Norway, Dr. Zakri Abdul Hamid, founding Chair at the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, gave international officials a dire warning about the insecurity of the future of our food supply. “We are hurtling towards irreversible environmental tipping points that, once passed, would reduce the ability…
San Francisco chef Chris Cosetino — you might recognize the name from The Next Iron Chef — is well known for his offal obsession. But he might be making a name for himself for his obsession with creating some pretty awful (get it?) clothing designs. Case in point: the boxers…
The newest season of ABC’s The Bachelor/ette television legacy begins this week. It’s bound to be full of drama and romance with new bachelorette Ms. Desiree Hartsock sweeping her gents off on grand adventures all over the world. But let’s be honest, that’s only half the reason to watch. The…
Former Kai chef Michael O’Dowd delivered on his promise of entertaining appetizers and a lineup of fun-to-drink cocktails Thursday night at the launch event of Renegade by MOD in Scottsdale. The restaurant will open to the public this evening, and though we’ve already shown you the menu, here’s a little…
Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Check out what’s on our plate. See also: Memorial Day Weekend Canal Brews Cruise Chances are you don’t have to go to work on Monday, which is always cause to celebrate — and by celebrate we…
You’ve probably already caught wind of the new technology called 3D printing by which someone (in the foreseeable future, you) could print off 3D items such as a gun (scary!), a piece of art (not so scary) or even . . . a pizza? See also: Scientists Created a $325,000…
Designers and design lovers, mark your calendars because Phoenix Design Week 2013 is officially just a few months away. From October 18 to 25, Design Week events — including workshops, training sessions, and parties — will draw out the region’s best designers and bring a lineup of speakers to the…
