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At Champagne Tiger in Denver, Chef Josh Hood’s French-American cooking matches the personality of the restaurant: spirited, inviting and comfortable. Behind the diner exterior, Hood’s menu brings together breakfast pasta, classic omelets and caviar (the caviar is served in a keepsake ashtray!). It’s food that complements a lively dining room, giving guests a little something […]
Halloween in the Valley is shaping up to be a spirited affair. Trick-or-treating, costume contests, eerie afternoon tea, immersive cocktail experiences and late-night celebrations are materializing throughout Phoenix and Scottsdale. Whether you’re planning an outing with the kids or looking for a grown-up way to celebrate, these Phoenix and Scottsdale Halloween events offer plenty of […]
Chef Marc Quiñones has built his career in kitchens across New Mexico, bringing more than 15 years of experience to his role as executive outlet chef at La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe. His work combines traditional Southwestern flavors with contemporary techniques and thoughtful presentation, giving guests a taste of the state through […]
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La Cantera Resort & Spa, a Signia by Hilton resort, welcomes the return of its third annual “Tip of the Hat to Texas” on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026. In its latest iteration, the one-night-only event will feature country music’s rising stars and beloved voices in partnership with Y100 for “Tip of the Hat to Texas: […]
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Meet 41 chefs and culinary leaders shaping the future of dining across the Southwest. The Southwest’s culinary identity cannot be defined by a single flavor, ingredient or tradition. It’s shaped by family recipes, Indigenous foodways, borderlands influences, global perspectives, local agriculture and the chefs who transform those stories into memorable dining experiences. The inaugural 2026 […]
At Kai, Chef Drew Anderson approaches fine dining through education, seasonality, local sourcing and respect for the Gila River Indian Community. His cooking combines Indigenous ingredients and Southwestern food traditions with global techniques while helping guests understand the people, land and stories behind each dish. Need more? Read more: 2026 BOSW Southwest Chef Series Chef […]
North Italia will officially open in Chandler on Wednesday, Nov. 11, bringing its signature Italian fare, happy hour and vibrant hospitality a little closer to home for East Valley residents. The Arizona-born concept has grown into a dining destination nationwide, but its newest location celebrates where it all began. Situated at 7221 W. Ray Road […]
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