I can’t believe Memorial Day is upon us!  If you’re still deciding on your weekend plans, as many are, Hotel Valley Ho features live music poolside, brunch at ZuZu and great summer room rates. On Friday, Elvis Before Noon will play a mix of retro and modern tunes poolside from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. [...]

Batter up!  Spring Training may be over but the real season has begun.  Whether your a DBack’s fan or not, one can always find some fun at Chase Field and beyond. Levy Restaurants introduced three new cocktails this season and they have been welcomed with open arms by men and women alike. All of the [...]

The Spring 2012 Tempe Festival of the Arts will take place Friday, March 30 through Sunday, April 1, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. to dusk at Mill Avenue District in downtown Tempe. The festival is comprised of 350 artists sorted into 18 varied categories such as mixed media, clay, digital art, glass, metal, and cottage [...]

Beer has come to be an American staple.  Not only used as an adult refreshment, it’s even used in many culinary masterpieces.   If you’re like me, i’m sure you’ve wondered how to make your own beer.  We actually have an opportunity to learn from two local brewers, Steve Compton and Nathan Crocker. They will be [...]

You’ve probably heard rumors about hole 16 at Waste Management Phoenix Open. It’s the biggest party on grass.  Even ESPN is talking about it! In 1997, “raise the roof” was probably the most popular hand gesture in the world. At concerts, sporting events, nightclubs and bars, people celebrated by pumping their hands with palms up [...]

We are days away from the 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open.  North Scottsdale has quickly transformed into a mecca for all things PGA related.  Whether you’re a golf enthusiast or simply a lover of excitement, you will find your niche through the next few days. After all, even experts describe the Scottsdale tournament as “the [...]

Every holiday season, gazing at festooned houses, shopping for loved ones and hearing Christmas tunes everywhere makes people feel warm and fuzzy. Cocktails can do the same thing. Just after the Thanksgiving dinner plates are cleared, resorts, restaurants and bars start breaking out the holiday spirit in their own way: with festive drinks. You can [...]

Presented by the Arizona Wine Growers Association on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Shake hands and drink the juice of Arizona’s own grape farmers and wine producers in the picturesque setting of Phoenix’s historic The Farm at South Mountain. More than 20 of the state’s top wine growers will gather to showcase their finest wines at [...]

Are you still looking for weekend plans? The 2011 Arizona Taco Festival is at Scottsdale Waterfront on Saturday, October 15 from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. As we all know, any event held at the Waterfront turns into THE place to be! Taco Fest during the day and Olive and Ivy for post-taco drinks…sounds perfect! [...]

The Fall Wine and Jazz Festival continues on Sunday, October 2 with a live outdoor concert taking place from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., featuring Mother’s Favorite Child at the el Pedregal Shops and Dining at the Boulders in Scottsdale. Guests will enjoy a live concert by R&B artist and winner of the Phoenix Music [...]