Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is a long-adored Valley treasure for celebrating the special moments in life–including a Saturday-morning meal with the family. The breakfast menu at Proof Canteen–the resort’s casual comfort-food eatery–offers some of the best under-the-radar a.m. eats that might just rival its famed pretzel knots and barbecue dishes.
Author: Melissa Larsen
Nonprofit of the Month: STEP (Student Expedition Program)
Tracy Baynes, founder and president/CEO of STEP: Student Expedition Program, discusses the nonprofit’s summer Alaska trip, how the pandemic has affected STEP students and how readers can help.
Restaurant of the Week: Fly Bye
Say hi to Fly Bye, now open at Desert Ridge Marketplace. The North Phoenix eatery, which started as a pop-up ghost kitchen in 2020, is a delicious ode to Detroit-style pan pizza and crispy chicken tenders.
Epicenter in Gilbert: What’s Open, What’s Coming
The wait is finally over! Businesses at Epicenter at Agritopia in Gilbert are starting to open their doors, with more slated to roll out later this summer. Take a look at what’s open and what’s to come.
Coolest Pools at Arizona Hotels & Resorts
A mega cabana with its own private hot tub. A seven-acre water playground. Pool parties with Phoenix athletes. Dive in to find out where you can enjoy the coolest Arizona resort pools–and even cooler poolside experiences–this summer.
Nonprofit of the Month: Esperança
Since 1970, Esperança has aided more than 50,000 families across the globe each year–including here in Phoenix–by providing social, mental and physical health services in under-resourced communities. Here, Jeri Royce, president and CEO of Esperança, discusses its new community garden and news of its upcoming Night with Esperança event.
Restaurant of the Week: The Genuine
The Genuine marks the first flagship restaurant for the Valley’s Genuine Concepts (the talented bunch behind The VIG). Thanks to its scrumptious small bites, wood-fired ‘za and picturesque libations, The Genuine is on its way to being one of Uptown Phoenix’s favorites for happy hour.
Summer Vacation: Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Palm Springs has long been an adored summer escape for Valley dwellers. But just a few miles outside of Palm Springs–and a four-hour drive from Phoenix–is Rancho Mirage, home to the family-friendly retreat of Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa.
Nonprofit of the Month: Soroptimist International of Phoenix
Soroptimist International of Phoenix is celebrating 100 years of ensuring that all women and girls have the proper resources and opportunities to reach their full potential. Here, past president Paula Norby how education access affects a wide number of issues that impact women and how readers can help.
Fourth of July Dining & Events 2022
Whether your Fourth of July weekend calls for red, white and blue margaritas and pool parties or family-friendly festivals with hot dogs and face painting, Arizona has a celebration for you.