June 20, 2011 Click HERE to watch my segment on ABC 15 Sonoran Living Live, all about chic events for pups.  I even took one of my dogs, GiGi, to help me out. PHOENIX – Let’s face it, our dogs are part of the family. We take them on vacations with us, to dinner, on [...]

July 1, 2011 Click HERE to watch my segment on ABC 15 Sonoran Living Live on the most fantastic Fourth of July festivities around the Valley of the Sun. PHOENIX – With the 4th of July approaching, why not try and beat the heat this holiday with one of Arizona Foothills Magazine ‘s fun and [...]

Part II of our Pet Friendly Staycation Series! Location: Paradise Valley Destination: Montelucia Resort and Spa Nestled at the foot of picturesque Camelback Mountain, this extraordinary premier location offers a tranquil escape from the city with stunning views and breathtaking sunsets. Check in for your stay without having to leave the lavish grounds or, if [...]

Don’t let these scorching days dampen your week! It’s summer time, aka time to disregard the swiftly rising temperatures and, rather, take advantage of seasonal fun, fashions and fantastic Valley events. Hump Day, aka Mid Week, aka Wednesday, can easily come and go and merely be the start of your weekend countdown. Let’s start a [...]

In honor of the Dog Days of Summer Contest, today on ABC 15′s Sonoran Living I’m talking about extraordinary events you can take your pups too. Spend time with your pup while enjoying some of the Valley’s prime destinations. Tomorrow, Tuesday June 21, the Arizona Biltmore will host a Yappy Hour and Doga, the perfect [...]

My favorite part of the MTV Movie Awards was Reese Witherspoon’s acceptance speech for her Generation Award.  The classy star, who claimed her fame the old fashioned way, requested that celebs regain their dignity and stay out of sex scandals.  This comes after an interesting week of Ms. Hilton making her CNN appearance, alongside her [...]

The past year I’ve endured a love / hate relationship with Prado, but I think I am finally over it. I am happy to report that I have a new appreciation for Prado at the Montelucia Resort and Spa. It’s largely due to my husband and I being graced with exceptional service; a wine aficionado [...]

Which sophisticated spot is so chic they only have Happy Hour one time per week? Simple dahhhling, that would be J&G Steakhouse at the Phoenician. Very frequently referred to as THE best steak eatery in town (remember that I am a vegetarian, so I depend on hearsay,) I recently experienced my first ultra-stylish Happy Hour [...]

OK loveys. I spent the weekend making appearances at the chicest spots in town. Great friends mixed with cocktails and dancing makes for a memorable weekend. What will serve as the best memories was time spent watching some class act ladies working the hottest dance floors in town. For those women, plus all other Valley [...]

Yesterday I was on set to see Sonran Living Live.  My favorite segment, of course, was about the newest craze in cocktails.  I was so excited to see the bartender, Eric, was from my fave restaurant, hidden in the Foothills of Ahwatukee,La Ragazze. Eric is currently competing in a national contest for best cocktail creation [...]