Life + Culture

Heart Behind the Issue

A look back at the people, stories and moments that shaped the first five years Article by Kris Ann Valdez | Photography by Stephanie Slezak Five years ago, Ahwatukee City Lifestyle was the new magazine in the mailbox. Publisher Sherry York remembers that first year as a whirlwind—recruiting the right team, getting a foothold in the community and learning to think in editorial cycles. Even before she was involved, editor Beth Del Ville recalls showing her husband an early issue and thinking...

Food + Beverage

The Signature Sip

Toasting community with a cocktail crafted for Ahwatukee Photography by Stephanie Slezak The Well Read A great signature cocktail doesn’t need a long list of ingredients…just a few good ones, thoughtfully combined. Our anniversary sip starts with smooth vodka, tart unsweetened cranberry juice and fresh lime, balanced with just enough simple syrup and topped with a splash of club soda. The result is bright, refreshing and a beautiful deep ruby red. For an extra-special finish, dehydrate your...

Arts + Culture

Our Favorite Covers

Eight iconic covers from our first five years Article and Photography by Sounds like an easy job — selecting a few of our favorite covers. But when we sat down to think about it, it became a walk down memory lane. How do you choose only eight covers that tell the story of the last five years? Every cover represents more than a great photo or clever concept. They capture the people, places and moments that have made Ahwatukee feel like home, and reflect how our community and magazine have...

Life + Culture

The Desert We Call Home

A visual love letter to the landscape that surrounds us Photography by Stephanie Slezak