Sports + Recreation

The Most Famous Phoenician You Never Knew…

Meet the Man Behind the Gorilla Mask for 30+ Years Article by Kathleen Bade | Photography by Provided: Bob Woolf What if I told you Michael Jordan asked for his autograph or that he went on an international tour with Magic Johnson? Your first guess probably wouldn’t be the Phoenix Suns Gorilla and certainly not, Bob Woolf.   Bob was the man inside the suit and behind the persona, pranks, stunts and schtick that lit up the NBA for 34 years. He wore the suit for the last time in 2021.....

Food + Beverage

21 Questions Chef Series

Inside The Ra Ra Room with Chef Johnny Chan Boon Photography by Major Food Group/Barry Gossage Photography In true PVCL fashion, each month we play a round of 21 Questions with an esteemed Valley chef. This issue, we’re going all in on The Ra Ra Room and the talent behind the flavors, Chef Johnny Chan Boon. 1. What’s your role inside the Ra Ra Room? My official title is Executive Chef, but I wear many hats. I’m constantly sourcing the best ingredients, leading team training (my favorite...

Food + Beverage

It's All Good in the Hood

The Revival of Arcadia Tavern Photography by Provided: Square One Concepts Arcadia has always been more than a neighborhood. It is a culture, a place where sophistication meets ease, where neighbors gather with the unspoken agreement that good food and cold drinks taste better when shared. Back in 2009, when Arcadia Tavern first opened its doors, the place immediately became a local institution. After a long pause, The Original Arcadia Tavern has returned, refreshed, reimagined, and ready for...

Health + Wellness

No Passport Required: Regenokine Arrives in Scottsdale

The healing secret trusted by athletes, icons, and global A-listers Article and Photography by “Kobe Bryant. Alex Rodriguez. Even Pope John Paul II..." When asked who’s trusted the Regenokine Program, Dr. Ashu Goyle doesn’t hesitate to name names. “These are people who could access any doctor or treatment in the world, and they chose this," says Dr. Goyle, owner, Integrated Spine, Pain & Wellness. For years, the Regenokine Program was only available in Germany, developed and performed...