Life + Culture

Liquid Assets

Building a Cellar That Pays Dividends on the Palate and in the Wallet Article by Alison Bailin Batz Some investments hang on walls. Others sit in portfolios. The most delicious of investments, however, are right under one’s nose, quite literally. Fine wine has long been one of the world’s most intoxicating assets, prized not only for its complexity in the glass but also for its ability to appreciate over time. For some, it holds impressive resale and auction value. For others, it delivers...

Life + Culture

From the Publisher ...

Article and Photography by There’s something magnetic about what’s new. A new reservation at a restaurant everyone’s talking about. A new connection that shifts your perspective. Even a quick getaway to a beautiful resort can refresh your mindset. Newness energizes us. But what truly gives it meaning is the intention behind it. This month, we’re exploring the concept of investment. Not simply as a financial strategy, but as a lifestyle choice. In a city like Scottsdale, investment shows up...

Travel

Magical Carlsbad

See, Do, Explore, Relax Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Courtesy Visit Carlsbad There’s something magical about Carlsbad. Located along a pristine stretch of Southern California coastline, about 35 miles north of San Diego, this seaside locale beckons with its small-town charm and world-class attractions. Getting here is easy. American Airlines offers nonstop flights from Phoenix directly into Carlsbad, so in less than an hour and a half, you can be touching down and ready to...

Food + Beverage

Home Sweet Hospitality

With Restaurants a Quick Vespa Ride Away, DC Ranch Restaurateur Tom Kaufman Invests in His Community Article by Georgann Yara | Photography by Danielle Muccillo Tom Kaufman was in his mid-20s when he was visiting his parents in his home state of Michigan. At the time, he had accumulated about two years’ worth of college credits and was working as a server in a nice restaurant.  His best friend was in law school. Another good friend had a prestigious job with IBM. So, when his best friend’s...

Arts + Culture

Bigger. Bolder. More Western

Western Spirit Unveils its $12M Expansion; New Galleries Deepen the Story of the American West Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Courtesy Western Spirit Museum Nestled in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, Western Spirit Museum has long stood as a defining tribute to the region’s history. Since its 2015 debut, the Smithsonian Affiliate has become both a staple for museumgoers and an award-winning destination. Now, with the unveiling of its much-anticipated $12 million expansion...

Fitness

CarolAnn Tutera: Invest in Your Health

Health Innovator Shares Tips for Greater Vitality Article by Catherine J. Rourke | Photography by Danielle Muccillo Wellness isn’t just about fit bands, food fads, or fitness trackers. Good health is “an inside job” that begins with the mind, body, and soul in proper balance. People spend years building a life … investing in their education, career, home, and family. But they often neglect their own self-care, overlooking a “return” on their lifelong investment. CarolAnn Tutera, the...

Food + Beverage

Tastes Like Home

Chefs are Cooking From Memory, Honoring Where They Came From, Near and Far Article by Alison Bailin Batz Dining is always about more than what is on the plate. It is about stories, journeys, and the childhood memories of the Valley’s most compelling culinary voices. Kitchens across the Valley are filled with chefs who arrived from somewhere else, carrying flavors in their back pockets and traditions in their hearts. For them, cooking is not just craft. It is the ultimate connection, both to...

Travel

Now Playing: Sundance

Northern Utah’s Most Soulful Mountain Escape Shines in Winter, Spring Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by Courtesy Sundance Mountain Resort There is a famed quote by American icon Robert Redford that says, “If you place a root deep enough in the ground, what blossoms will inspire others to come.” However, this was not a line from one of his films, nor was it part of a speech during an awards show. These are the words he used to describe his vision for what would become Sundance...

Life + Culture

Not Your Mother’s Houseplants

At The Botanist, Find Rare and Exotic Plants Article by Judith Smith | Photography by Danielle Muccillo A Congo Nuclear. A tiny variegated, multicolored Gymnocalycium cactus. These rare and unusual plants—and many more—are available at a newly opened shop in Scottsdale. The Botanist, owned by best friends and former Chicagoans Sarah Hechtman and Stephanie Paluch, features exotic plants that you won’t find anywhere else, and a wide variety of handmade pots and planters. Oh, but you might...

Life + Culture

From the Publisher ...

Article and Photography by There’s something special about getting a sneak peek into someone’s life through the place they call home. Our homes tell a story—one of where we’ve been, what we love, and the passions and adventures that shape us. As life evolves, so do our spaces, reflecting new chapters, styles, and seasons along the way. In this issue, we explore what home means through the people and stories that make our community so special. We’re invited into the world of the Phoenix...