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.

Local Services

Chandler Chamber of Commerce: A Century of Connection

Photography by Lindsay Borg Long before the City of Chandler was officially incorporated, Dr. A.J. Chandler understood the power of businesses working together. On April 27, 1912, he founded the Chandler Chamber of Commerce—an organization that has since grown into one of Arizona’s most influential voices for business and community. Today, the Chamber represents a remarkable network of 1,700 businesses with 175,000 employees. Backed by a diverse 38-member Board of Directors, 26 Ambassadors...

Food + Beverage

Where Chandler Meets the Midwest

Von Hanson’s Meats & Spirits Blends Old-School Butcher Shop Charm With Modern Tastes Article by Micaela Camacho | Photography by Lindsay Borg Walk through the doors of Von Hanson’s Meats & Spirits in Chandler and the aroma of smoked sausage and sizzling ribeye is the first sign you’re not in an ordinary grocery store. Glass cases gleam with cuts of beef, pork, and chicken, while the staff greets customers by name. It feels like stepping back to a time when the neighborhood butcher shop was the...

Food + Beverage

Sweet Success

After Nursing School, Disney World, and Modeling, Pastry Chef Charles-Laurent Lelièvre Savors His Dream Career Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Courtesy Charles-Laurent Lelièvre With a chiseled 6-foot-5-inch frame and irresistible smile, most would assume that Charles-Laurent Lelièvre is an athlete or model rather than a pastry chef.  And the France native, who was a swimmer as a teen and had a modeling career in New York City in his early 20s, is well aware that people would be...

Food + Beverage

Baked to Perfection

Owner of East Valley Bakery Shares Tips on How to Bake Incredible Cookies, Each and Every Time Article by Alison Stanton For as long as she can remember, Shannon Melde has loved to bake. “I specifically remember this ‘wacky cake’ recipe from a baking kit I had as a young child, and I made it constantly,” Melde says, adding that she also has fond memories of spending time in the kitchen with her mom, who she describes as an amazing baker. “After that, I remember just wanting to create all...

Food + Beverage

Sophisticated Escape

Warren’s Supper Club Offers Incredible Food in a Stylish Setting Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Lindsay Borg Diners who are looking for a delicious meal served in a plush and intimate setting need look no further than Warren’s Supper Club in Chandler. The restaurant, which opened in early June at 1040 N. 54th. St., is owned by Larry “Warren” and Rasheedah White. The couple are the founders of LWR Concepts, which brought Lolo’s Chicken and Waffles, Brunch & Sip, and Monroe’s Hot...

Style + Beauty

From Runway to Real Life

The 5 Must-Know Fashion Trends of Fall 2025 Article by Stephanie Harvey | Photography by Lindsay Borg From sheer layers to polarizing hues, the fashion world has eagerly awaited the return of fall style. Over the last several years, fashion lovers embraced more practical styles in earthy tones that broadly became known as “quiet luxury.” While I don’t see those trends dissipating completely, the trends surfacing for fall 2025 aren’t exactly what most would consider “quiet.” While the...

Entertainment

Chandler Production Company Creates and Produces New Film

'Fortis Femina' Is Opening Soon in Limited Theaters Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Provided This month, a new film is coming to local theaters that may cause movie goers to think, “Hey, those locations look familiar!” Fortis Femina , which is based on a true story, follows a group of seven women who are on a life-altering retreat in Sedona. “Each woman carries personal struggles and hidden truths, and as they open up to one another, they experience a profound transformation,”...

Home + Design

Oakwood Hills Dream Home

An Incredible Renovation in Chander’s Coveted Community Article by Kim Stoegbauer | Photography by Elizabeth Lawlor and Dan Webb Behind the gates of Oakwood Hills, Chandler’s most exclusive neighborhood, sits a recently remodeled estate at 5 E Oakwood Hills Drive. This stunning single-level home is the result of a comprehensive renovation led by local design expert and real estate broker Kim Stoegbauer, founder of The TomKat Studio and TomKat Real Estate.  Originally built with grand scale...