< Previousboov 2023 I KIDS I BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS BEST ACADEMIC TUTORING SERVICE Pimentel Academic Services pimentelacademicservices.com BEST BIRTHDAY PARTY SPOT & BEST DAY CAMP Rachel’s Young At Art Studio > Rachel’s Young at Art Studio fosters a safe, positive and loving atmosphere to encourage each child’s social and emotional growth and development through art. Children have a natural curiosity to explore and desire to express themselves, and the activities at Rachel’s Young at Art Studio help enable the creative process so that children of all ages may use art as a self-expressive tool to make connections to the world around them. They provide enriching experiences that empower young artists with a strong sense of confidence, accomplishment and overall identity that they can carry with them outside the studio and throughout life . . . all while having fun! rachelsyoungatart.com BEST CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Phoenix Children’s Hospital phoenixchildrens.org BEST HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN North Pole Experience > The North Pole Experience™ (NPX) is heading into its 15th year of opening Santa’s workshop doors to families around the world to build toys with the elves. The North Pole Experience here in Arizona is the only one of its kind in the U.S., providing guests the utmost unique Christmas adventure of a lifetime. Families first take a 7–10 minute ride through a magic portal to Santa’s massive workshop in the middle of the forest, where they then work side-by-side with the elves learning all sorts of workshop secrets. Visit Mrs. Claus to enjoy scrumptious Yeti-o’s (sugared donuts) and snowman soup in the North Pole Bakery. And if your child has ever wondered what happens to all of those letters they send to Santa, be sure to stop by Santa’s mailroom and his personal office! Families end the 1.5-hour workshop tour with a private family visit with Kris Kringle himself. northpoleexperience.com BEST KIDFRIENDLY HOTEL & BEST WATER PARK Great Wolf Lodge greatwolf.com/arizona BEST KID’S CLOTHING STORE Cheeky Chic Baby Boutique cheekychicbb.com BEST KIDS ENTERTAINMENT Children’s Museum of Phoenix childrensmuseumofphoenix.org BEST KID’S RESTAURANT Grimaldi’s Pizzeria > Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, a family- friendly restaurant, serves up traditional coal-fired brick oven pizza using pizza-making techniques that originated in Brooklyn, NY, over 100 years ago to seven Arizona locations. Grimaldi’s pizzas are made with only the freshest ingredients and a secret recipe dough that is hand-tossed and prepared inhouse daily. Pizzas are baked in a signature coal-fired brick oven that gives an authentic taste that cannot be found in conventional oven pizza. The restaurant has a casual yet upscale New York-themed atmosphere and is BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER North Pole Experience BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER 60 AZFOOTHILLS.COM , GRIMALDI’S PIZZERIA , RA CHEL ’S Y OUNG A T AR T S TUDIO , NOR TH POLE EXPERIENCE known as a “must eat” for pizza lovers everywhere. Grimaldi’s is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary of expansion outside of New York City to Old Town Scottsdale this year. grimaldispizzeria.com BEST NANNY AGENCY The Nanny Concierge > The Nanny Concierge has a mission to make the process of hiring a nanny for families easy, enjoyable and fun. They recognize that having a nanny is a very personal relationship and that a nanny should be a positive and loving extension of the family. The company understands the importance of finding a safe, reliable and experienced nanny who can provide lasting support for the family. The Nanny Concierge takes an elite and personalized approach to household staff placements by taking the time to get to know each family’s unique needs and preferences. By doing so, they can match families with the best possible candidates. thenannyconcierge.com BEST PEDIATRIC DENTIST OFFICE Affiliated Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics (Dr. Julie Anfinson, Dr. Tim Wilson, Dr. Danielle Goldstein, Dr. Abraham Itty) smilesbyapdo.com BEST PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL Notre Dame Preparatory High School ndpsaints.org BEST PRIVATE OR CHARTER SCHOOL tie between All Saints (allsaints.org) & *Scottsdale Christian Academy (scottsdalechristian.org) n BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS I KIDS I boov 2023 BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST PEDIATRICIAN Dr. Kristin Struble Camelback Pediatrics > “I’m a ‘gut health’-centric pediatrician. I released a very successful children’s book in 2016 with gut health being its core message. My entire career has been focused on prevention with nutrition, ‘food is medicine’ and ‘all disease begins in the gut’ mottos,” says Dr. Struble. “I’m training in functional medicine, which essentially is getting to the root cause of disease, which is entirely gut-centric medicine! So, as a pediatrician, I am unique in this realm of practice because most complementary medicine practitioners focus only on adults. My big message is our disease-prevention focus should begin early . . . in infancy! Gut health is critical to preventing disease.” camelbackpediatrics.com Notre Dame Preparatory High School BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER * Dr. Kristin Struble @AZFOOTHILLS #AZFOOTHILLS 61 , THENANNY C ONCIERGE.C OM , NO TRE D AME PREP ARA T O R Y HIGH SCHOOL , C AMELBA CK PEDIA TRICS boov 2023 I HOME & DESIGN I BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS BEST ARCHITECT / ARCHITECTURE Firm Cosan Studio > Cosan Studio was founded on the fundamental belief that life is constantly changing and that design must adapt and change with it to stay relevant. The team at Cosan Studio helps clients along the pathway to understanding and enjoying the benefits of thoughtful, well-designed structures that are not only beautiful but also have the ability to stir emotions and invoke a reaction. They strongly believe that buildings can and should live lightly upon the surface of this planet we call home. cosanstudio.com BEST ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING Hinkley’s hinkleyslighting.com BEST ARIZONABASED HOMEBUILDING COMPANY Forté Homes fortehomes.com BEST CONDO DEVELOPMENT tie between Plaza Lofts at Kierland Commons (signaturepropertiesaz.com/plaza- lofts) & Envy Residences Scot tsdale (@envyresidences) BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER Cosan Studio 62 AZFOOTHILLS.COM , C OSAN S TUDIOBEST CUSTOM WINE CELLARS Heritage Vine Custom Wine Cellars > At the crossroads of tradition and innovation is a magical place where the very best custom wine cellars are created. Heritage Vine Wine Cellar specialists are experienced in designing custom wine cellars for homes, restaurants, wine stores and country clubs, with wine room innovations including traditional, modern and transitional styles. No design detail is left to chance. heritagevine.com BEST FLOORING COMPANY tie between Virginia Hardwood Co. of AZ & Tabarka Studio (tabarkastudio.com) BEST FURNITURE / HOME STORE & BEST HOME ACCESSORIES Buffalo Collection buffalocollection.com BEST HOME AUTOMATION, BEST HOME SECURITY, BEST HOME THEATER Wipliance wipliance.com BEST HOME ORGANIZER O.C.D > O.C.D organizes all spaces, creating systems that keep you organized in beautiful environments that continue to work for everyone. ocdaz.com BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS I HOME & DESIGN I boov 2023 BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER Heritage Vine Custom Wine Cellars @AZFOOTHILLS #AZFOOTHILLS 63 , HERIT A GE VINE CUS T OM WINE CELLARS , OCD AZ.C OMBEST HOME PAINTERS Crash of Rhinos Painting crashofrhinospainting.com BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER/FIRM Mackenzie Collier Interiors > Mackenzie Collier Interiors has been at the forefront of dynamic and forward-thinking design solutions since 2011, continuously pushing the industry to be more innovative, inclusive and sustainable. The company has moved away from traditional design business practices, such as hidden product markups, vendor kickbacks and unlimited spending, in favor of a transparent, honest and efficient design process. The team comprises individuals from various parts of the world, who bring their diverse experiences and perspectives together to deliver unconventional results. With an extensive portfolio of projects that includes offices, residences, retail, hospitality, restaurants and mixed-use spaces in both Arizona and beyond, MCI specializes in mixed-use and adaptive reuse projects. Clients working with MCI can expect a stress-free, personalized design experience tailored to their unique styles, accessible, functional and sustainable interior design, and the innovation and precision that only a diverse team of professionals and designers can offer. mackenziecollierinteriors.com BEST LANDSCAPING Berghoff Design Group berghoffdesign.com BEST LUXURY MANAGEMENT COMPANY Mark-Taylor mark-taylor.com BEST LUXURY RENTALS Optima Sonoran Village optimasonoranvillage.com BEST MASTERPLANNED COMMUNITY/DEVELOPMENT Silverleaf silverleaf.com BEST NURSERY Whitfill Nursery whitfillnursery.com n boov 2023 I HOME & DESIGN I BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS Mackenzie Collier Interiors BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER 64 AZFOOTHILLS.COM , A GNES AR T AND PHO T O BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS I HOME & DESIGN I boov 2023 BEST POOL COMPANY Venetian Outdoors Imagine. Design. Build. Hosting a neighborhood pool party in a newly built Venetian Outdoors pool is the ultimate way to kick off the scorching summer months. Multi-year Best of Our Valley winner Venetian Outdoors is a true design and build firm. Specializing in Arizona’s most modern and innovative custom pools and outdoor spaces. Before starting a project, potential clients will meet with one of Venetian Outdoors’s in-house designers to discuss what the homeowner envisions for their outdoor living space. Once the concept is discussed, the team will create and share a detailed 3D rendering to bring the imagined project to life. The team will then walk clients through the material selection process before moving into the construction phase. Venetian Outdoors specializes in award-winning custom, one-of-a-kind pools and spas, water and fire features. They also build beautiful outdoor kitchens and entertainment spaces. Other features include pergolas, decks, synthetic turf and more. Venetian Outdoors has been in business since 2011 and has customized stunning outdoor spaces across all of Arizona. In 2021, one of their Paradise Valley pool builds won Pebble Technology’s “World’s Greatest Pools” award. The breathtaking design included an elegant fire pit surrounded by a negative-edge spill spa, putting green and a patio built for resort-style entertaining. If you are ready to transform your outdoor living space into your personal oasis and sanctuary, contact them today by visiting venetianoutdoors.com or calling 480-322-4451. You can also find many of their completed projects, design videos and more on Instagram and Facebook, @venetianoutdoors. n BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER @AZFOOTHILLS #AZFOOTHILLS 65 , VENETIAN OUTDOORS BEST ANTIQUE, VINTAGE OR RESALE/CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE Vintage by Misty vintagebymisty.com BEST COSMETICS AND SKINCARE Herbal Dynamics Beauty herbaldynamicsbeauty.com BEST EYEWEAR Tatum Eyecare tatumeyecare.com BEST GIFT SHOP Frances shopfrancesboutique.com BEST HANDBAGS AND ACCESSORIES tie between Michael Kors (michaelkors.com), Tory Burch (toryburch.com) BEST LOCAL BOUTIQUE Dot + Dash Mobile Boutique > Dot + Dash Boutique is known for creating a unique and exciting shopping experience. This is not your typical boutique as it’s a boutique on wheels! The boutique truck is equipped with lighting, air- conditioning and even a fitting room, but the best part is the boutique can come to you! Once you walk inside, it will be hard to leave with all the fashionable clothing and accessories that will be readily available for you. Dot + Dash does not take life too seriously, and the brand is built around all the things the owner, Ashleigh, loves: shopping, coffee, dogs and wine. Dot + Dash loves going to all types of events, such as markets, wine nights and private gatherings, but they especially love partnering with other local businesses on grand openings, anniversaries, girls nights out and so much more. You can also find Dot + Dash Boutique online at Katie Bug’s Boutique in Superstition Springs Center and at The Painted Tree in Scottsdale (booth F14). dotanddashboutique.com BEST LOCAL FASHION DESIGNER Julliana Garten J.Garten Design > Julliana Garten is an interior and fashion designer with over 25 years of experience. She graduated in Brazil with an Architecture, Interior Design, City Plan and Landscape Design degree. Garten worked with the best names in the industry, both in Brazil and the U.S., until she decided to launch her own company, J.Garten Design. Since then, she has been creating beautiful, unique, personalized and functional spaces, as well as fashionable jewelry for her remarkable customers. In 2022, Garten designed and created Clip on Going, a tag to hold glasses outside any bag, which is growing rapidly with new retailers from across the country. Garten has been invited to participate in fashion and interior design events, runway shows, magazine publications and TV segments, while having the honor of winning multiple awards for her prestigious work. jgartendesign.com, clipongoing.com boov 2023 I SHOPPING I BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER Coffin & Trout Fine Jewelers 66 AZFOOTHILLS.COM , C OFFIN & TROUT FINE JEWELERS , DO T + D ASH MOBILE BOUTIQUEBEST LOCAL JEWELRY STORE Jacqueline Dadanian @jnjewelsdesigns BEST LOCAL WATCH SELECTION Coffin & Trout Fine Jewelers > Since 1984, Coffin & Trout has earned an exceptional reputation for innovative design, impeccable quality and unconditional trust. Their jewelry has received numerous national and international design awards and has been included in the Gemological Institute of America’s prestigious “Best of the Best” exhibit. Always striving to push the envelope by creating designs that are both fresh and timeless, Coffin & Trout has been a proud Official Rolex Jeweler since 1996 and has also been an Official Tudor Jeweler and Authorized Rolex Service Center since 2021. coffinandtrout.com BEST OUTLETS OR DISCOUNT SHOPPING CENTER Outlets at Anthem outletsanthem.com BEST PET SHOP Desert Dog Treat Bar > Desert Dog Treat Bar believes that the longevity of a dog’s life begins with diet. They specialize in creating small-batch, hand-made dog treats and jerkies, prioritizing the use of local ingredients whenever possible. Their treats are always made fresh and are never frozen or stored on shelves for extended periods of time. desertdogtreatbar.com BEST POPUP SHOPPING MARKET Phoenix Flea phoenix-flea.myshopify.com BEST SHOPPING CENTER Scottsdale Quarter > Scottsdale Quarter is a unique shopping, dining and entertainment destination where city life meets the serene blue skies of the desert to create a distinctive and intimate setting. An eclectic mix of modern building design with urban- contemporary architecture and lush desert landscaping create a vibrant destination that brings people together to live, work and play. Scottsdale Quarter is the premier shopping destination in North Scottsdale. With market-exclusive brands, world-class dining and entertainment destinations and a mix of national and locally-owned specialty shops, the center boasts a dynamic offering of things to do for both visitors and locals. The Quarter also features luxury apartment homes and Class-A office space for many prominent Scottsdale businesses. scottsdalequarter.com n BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS I SHOPPING I boov 2023 Julliana Garten BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER @AZFOOTHILLS #AZFOOTHILLS 67 , AN PHAM , J .G A R TEN DESIGN , DESER T DOG TREA T BAR BEST CASINO Talking Stick Resort talkingstickresort.com BEST DOWNTOWN PHOENIX HOTEL The Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel marriott.com/en-us/hotels/phxbd- renaissance-phoenix-downtown-hotel BEST LOBBY BAR Hotel Valley Ho hotelvalleyho.com BEST LUXURY VACATION RENTAL I Love Scottsdale ilovescottsdale.com BEST MOVIE THEATER Harkins > Harkins Theatres is the premier movie exhibitor of the Western U.S. and the largest independently owned theater company in the country. Founded by showman, inventor and community leader Dwight “Red” Harkins in 1933, Harkins Theatres operates over 500 screens and is renowned for its commitment and passion for providing the Ultimate Moviegoing® experience. Harkins Theatres is known as a trailblazer for advancements in the motion picture exhibition industry with amenities such as: CINÉ 1®, CINÉ 1 XL®, pristine state-of-the-art digital projection and sound, curved wall- to-wall screens, Ciné Bar, Ultimate Lounger® leather reclining seats, Plush Ultimate Rocker® loveseats, Loyalty Cups, in-lobby children’s PlayCenters and an expanded selection of gourmet concessions. harkins.com BEST RESORT The Senna House > Uniquely situated within the Sonoran Desert and the energetic pulse of Old Town Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, Senna House is a desert modern boutique hotel that artfully infuses design with destination. A blend of sophisticated dining and remarkable leisure amenities makes the Senna House a boov 2023 I STAY & PLAY I BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER Talking Stick Resort The Westin Kierland Golf Club Harkins 68 AZFOOTHILLS.COM , T ALKING S TICK RESOR T , HARKINS , THE WES TIN KIERLAND GOLF CL UB true destination that is more than just a memorable one-time experience. Grounded in luxurious rest, energizing adventure and cultural connections, Senna House is a complete urban desert escape. thesennahouse.com BEST TROON GOLF COURSE The Westin Kierland Golf Club kierlandgolf.com BEST VALLEY ADVENTURE EXPERIENCE Hot Air Expeditions > Hot Air Expeditions is proud to be a woman- and family-owned business that has been flying in Arizona since 1991. The company prides itself on providing not just a hot air balloon ride but a ballooning experience. All pilots are FAA certified with thousands of hours of flight experience, and all flights are paired with post-flight bubbly and catered fare for an unforgettable experience. hotairexpeditions.com MOST RELAXING RESORT POOL Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass > Located on the Gila River Indian Community, where ancient vistas, mountains and roaming wild horses remain unchanged, Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass is a true destination resort that’s home to four restaurants, including the signature restaurant Kai (also a Best of Our Valley winner for “Best Resort Restaurant”), which is the only AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes Five-Star dining experience in Arizona. Guests can also enjoy the award-winning Aji Spa, four swimming pools with cascading waterfalls, a waterslide designed after the ancient Casa Grande Ruins or explore the winding Gila River on a stand-up paddleboard, kayak or hydro-bike. marriott.com/en-us/hotels/phxwp- sheraton-grand-at-wild-horse-pass n BEST OF OUR VALLEY WINNERS I STAY & PLAY I boov 2023 BEST OF OUR VALLEY 2022 WINNER The Senna HouseHot Air Expeditions Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass @AZFOOTHILLS #AZFOOTHILLS 69 , THE SENNA HOUSE , HO T AIR EXPEDITIONS , SHERA T ON GRAND A T WILD HORSE P ASS Next >