Life + Culture

Purely PVCL

This Month in PVCL Photography by Sarah Vitel Photography PVCL and Chef Joey Maggiore Light Up Hanukkah Italian Style Join the PVCL family and Chef Joey himself for Latkes, Dreidels & Light, an all-inclusive family-friendly evening filled with laughter, love, some latkes, and a little Italian chutzpah.  December 16 | Starts at 5:30 p.m. | Menorah lighting at 6:15 p.m. If you’re reading this, you’re invited. Bring the fam! The Delicatessen by Chef Joey Maggiore 12811 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix...

Arts + Culture

A Very Bella Holiday

From the Valley to the Vineyard, the Garcia Sisters are Pouring Pure Christmas Magic Article by Nadine Bubeck | Photography by Mariana Calderon It begins the way every great holiday story should, with family, tradition, and a glass of Bonita Bonita in hand. Talking to Brie Garcia feels like catching up with an old friend over vino. The former WWE superstar turned winemaker and mom radiates warmth, wit, and effortless sparkle. Together with her twin sister and BFF Nikki, Brie has lived a life...

Shopping

Season of Sparkle

The Diamonds Girl brings her Brilliance to the Valley Photography by Provided The Valley is about to sparkle. Tracey Ellison, known to more than one million followers as @TheDiamondsGirl, is coming to AZ for the Myranda Fine Jewelry Holiday Open House, and if you’re reading this, you’re invited. Known across the globe for her impeccable taste, signature authenticity, and front row access to the world’s most exclusive jewels, Tracey is bringing her brilliance to the Valley for one...

Entertainment

How the Pratt Brothers Built Christmas

(A Holiday Story Told in Light and Verse) Photography by Provided: Kyle and Sammy Pratt In a backyard of dreams beneath Arizona stars, Two brothers found magic, no matter how far. No sleighbells or fortune, no spotlight or fame, Just Kyle and Sammy, two hearts in the game. Long before a single light ever flickered, Kyle and Sammy Pratt believed in magic. Not the kind that comes from a snow globe, but the kind you build with your own two hands. As kids, their favorite place wasn’t the...

Travel

From Paradise Valley to Paradise Island

Inside The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas Photography by The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas In the 2006 Bond film Casino Royale , Daniel Craig emerged from the turquoise waters of Paradise Island, his footsteps leading across the sand and into legend. That unforgettable scene was filmed at The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, a setting so iconic it needed no introduction. It was here that Bond ordered his first Vesper, setting the tone for a new era of sophistication...

Food + Beverage

The Italian Does Hanukkah

Inspired by his Grandma Alba, Chef Joey Brings Nostalgia and Lotsa Latkes to The Delicatessen Photography by Sarah Vitel Photography He’s Catholic, Sicilian, and famous for burrata, not brisket. But in true Joey Maggiore fashion, he’s managed to make schmaltz sexy. “Why the Jewish deli?” he says, grinning. “Why not? I’m a New York kid." Chef Joey made his name on burrata and tequila at The Italiano and The Mexicano. Now he is winning hearts with schmaltz, spuds, and serious chutzpah. "My...

Food + Beverage

21 Questions with Chef Adrian

1:1 with the Chef Behind Scottsdale’s Catch of the Valley Photography by Catch Restaurants In true PVCL fashion, every month we play a game of 21 Questions with an esteemed Valley chef. This month, we’re spotlighting Chef Adrian, who leads the kitchen at Catch Scottsdale. Catch Scottsdale is now open at Fashion Square, bringing the signature style, spirit, and vibrant energy of CATCH to the heart of the Valley. The 12,000-square-foot restaurant features a globally inspired menu of seafood...

Shopping

A Very Cordially Christmas

Nine Beautifully Curated Gifts for Everyone on your List Photography by Provided by Cordially This season, Cordially celebrates the art of giving beautifully. From elevated men’s essentials, chic treasures for her, and whimsical finds for kids, every gift is intentionally chosen for its story, craftsmanship, and charm. Discover curated pieces you won’t find anywhere else; barware that wows, self-care that soothes, keepsakes that spark connection. With select personalization options and an...

Finance + Legal Services

Reinventing at 40

A Legal Roadmap for Your Second Act Article by Elisabeth Pickle, JD | Photography by Provided The Mindful Counsel There’s something about hitting that 40-year mark. For many, it’s not a midlife crisis but rather a midlife awakening. A quiet (or not-so-quiet) pull to reinvent, to finally pursue the passion you’ve kept on the shelf. And for a growing number of people, that means entrepreneurship. If your New Year resolution is reinvention, this is the moment a lot of people choose to actually...

Finance + Legal Services

Your 2025 Year-End Financial Playbook

Smart Moves for Business Owners and Individuals Article by David J. Dobrusin, CPA, CFP® As 2025 winds down, many high-income earners and entrepreneurs are asking the same question: What can I do before December 31st to reduce taxes, protect wealth, and set up for a strong 2026? Whether you run a business, manage substantial investments, or both, the final weeks of the year offer some of the most valuable planning opportunities. Below, I break down key year-end strategies for high earners and...