Food + Beverage

A Discovery of 'Wiches

Tour around the Valley for some of the most craveable sandwiches Article and Photography by Beth Del Ville Something wicked this way comes. Something wickedly delicious, that is!   The leaves are changing (somewhere) and the weather is cooling (ever so slightly), harbingering the arrival of spooky season. But this year, we’re not hunting for ghouls and goblins - no. This year, we’re hunting for monstrously good sandwiches all across the Valley.    The art of a sandwich lies in its...

Arts + Culture

Gather and Celebrate

The Cellar offers amazing wine, food and ambiance Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Stephanie Slezak As a young girl growing up in Malaysia, Shannon Rush spent a lot of time in restaurants. “I have always been around restaurants, whether it was running around my aunt’s noodle shop, or high school jobs bar backing and changing out ash trays,” Rush says, adding that she continued to work in the industry after moving to the United States in 2007. After landing a job at a popular...

Life + Culture

Captivating Comida

The Mexicano Roars Into Chandler With Bold Latin Flavors, Warm Italian Hospitality Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by The Maggiore Group Every now and then I think you might like to hear something from us Nice and easy. But there's just one thing, you see … We never ever do nothin' Nice and easy.   While the one-and-only Tina Turner famously said these words before launching into one of the greatest renditions of  Proud Mary  ever performed, the iconic quote could...

Food + Beverage

The City Lifestyle Margarita

Enjoy This Beautiful and Delicious Margarita, Created Especially for City Lifestyle by The Mexicano Article and Photography by The Mexicano Ingredients: 1.5 oz Blanco Tequila .75 oz lime juice .5 oz citrus liqueur .5 oz lychee puree .5 oz hibiscus syrup Directions: Step 1: Build ingredients in a shaker tin and add fresh ice.  Step 2: Shake vigorously, and strain over fresh ice in a margarita glass.  Step 3: Garnish with a purple orchid.

Style + Beauty

Chloe Ball, Fashionista & Artist Extraordinaire

Artist Chloe Ball turns her love of vintage fashion into live portraits and illustrations Article by Kris Ann Valdez | Photography by Stephanie Slezak Chloe Ball often paints in comfortable, but elaborate, pink dresses and outfits—the mainstay of her wardrobe. “I have always had a love for fashion, especially vintage fashion, primarily from the 50s and 60s,” Ball says. “There is so much charm and character to the styles that were most popular during those decades that I love to incorporate...

Style + Beauty

Vintage Vibes

Incorporating vintage pieces into your wardrobe brings your style game to the next level Article by Beth Del Ville | Photography by Stephanie Slezak Gone Country Stylish no matter how you slice it, interior designer Lisa Ryan Whyte loves vintage and incorporates heritage pieces into her everyday style. Whyte ups the ante in her denim-on-denim ensemble by pairing these classic-with-a-twist cowboy boots. The teal-tipped vintage footwear nods to the spirit of the Southwest and speaks to the...

Home + Design

Elevated Entertaining

Explore how refined touches and treasured family pieces can transform your table into an impeccable dining experience Article by Beth Del Ville | Photography by Stephanie Slezak Transforming a simple meal into a memorable occasion begins with the art of the tablescape. This season, embrace the captivating allure of feminine heirloom style, curating a table that tells a story and exudes heartfelt intention. Setting the stage for the dishes served, a thoughtfully adorned table acts as a...

Finance + Legal Services

Investing in Future Generations

Equitable Investments offers valuable advice to families Article by Gretchen Pahia Financial literacy is one of the most powerful gifts we can give children. Teaching kids about investing lays the foundation for a lifetime of wise decision-making and financial freedom.   Nicholas Chavez, Jakob Krygier and Lucy Niskanen, a team from the Valley full-service financial firm Equitable Investments, are sharing their expertise on teaching kids important financial skills.   Q: What are some of...

Life + Culture

Daily Pep Talks with a Pooch

“Mama Sue” Higgins shares wisdom online with her beloved dog, Norbert Barkah, which in turn has helped thousands of people Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Faith Hamberg | Heartsake Photography Last fall, Sue Higgins was feeling blue. Higgins, who goes by “Mama Sue,” was disheartened by the division in the country, and the negativity that was appearing daily on social media. “I felt my own heart grow heavy,” Mama Sue says. One morning, while preparing to go out with Norbert...

Food + Beverage

A True Fairytale

Childhood friends met on the kindergarten playground and went on to build a successful gourmet business Article by Kris Ann Valdez | Photography by Stephanie Slezak and Fairytale Brownies Eileen Spitalny and David Kravetz met as kindergartners on their elementary school playground at Madison Heights in Phoenix. Unbeknownst to them, it was the beginning of a lifelong friendship. Growing up, their play dates often involved Kravetz’s mom’s delectable brownies. They affectionately joked she was...