Food + Beverage

Board Certified Burgers

Get set for the ultimate board meeting. Meet the burger board - the quintessential spread for grilling season. Article by Beth Del Ville | Photography by Stephanie Slezak Few things in this world are more satisfying than a really great burger. It is primal, it is simple, and when done right, it is absolutely unforgettable. The burger board takes everything you love about a classic cookout and turns it into a spread worthy of a standing ovation. Whether you're hosting the guys, feeding the...

Style + Beauty

Men’s Jewelry Is Getting a Bold Makeover

From statement watches to custom belt buckles, men’s jewelry is becoming self-expressive Article by Kris Ann Valdez | Photography by Stephanie Slezak Until the end of the18th century, men wore as much jewelry, lace, and color as women did to display their wealth, power, and personality. Then came the “Great Male Renunciation” when men’s dress turned dark and somber, and masculine jewelry fell mostly out of fashion. More than two-hundred years later, it was still viewed as gaudy, often...

Home + Design

Built To Last

Hands-on builders shaping our community, one home and relationship at a time Article by Michelle Talsma Everson | Photography by Stephanie Slezak and Megan Duffy In Ahwatukee, homes are more than structures. They hold decades of stories, evolving alongside the families who live in them. For the team behind GBC Homes, that sense of continuity shapes every project, influencing how they build and how they connect with the people they build for.   For co-founders Carl Churchman and Geno Carr...

Entertainment

Shared Moments, Stronger Connections

Women are redefining how they spend time together Article by Michelle Talsma Everson Calendars fill quickly, and somewhere between work, family and daily life, friendships can quietly slip to the margins. Dinner and drinks remain the default, but many women are finding routine alone does not always sustain connection. What makes the difference is intention. Doing something together, rather than simply catching up across a table, is reshaping how friendships grow.   The shift is subtle but...