Food + Beverage

Cheers to Innovation

Tempe’s Catalyst Crafted Ales is Redefining the Craft Beer Scene Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided It’s been one year since Catalyst Crafted Ales opened, and the brand is already redefining the local craft beer scene. Catalyst Crafted Ales, a brewery and taproom located at 1845 E. Broadway Road, was founded on a passion for brewing exceptional beer and a desire to elevate Arizona’s beer scene. Head Brewer Will Walthereson, whose background includes work with Bruery...

Food + Beverage

Carrying on a Legacy

For Brandon Barrett, Chick-fil-A is More Than Just a Restaurant Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Provided For many, the lure of Chick-fil-A’s freshly made chicken sandwiches, chicken nuggets, waffle fries, salads, and more—not to mention its iconic crave-able dipping sauce—is difficult to resist. For Brandon Barrett, the lure for not just the food but the company and its culture, has been life-changing. Barrett grew up in Georgia, where his father spent 38 years as a corporate...

Arts + Culture

Authentic Art

The Winding Journey of Artist Becky Spradling Article by Micaela Camacho | Photography by Brad Hendron When you talk to local artist Becky Spradling, a word she continuously uses to describe her work is “authentic.” Painting in oils and mixed media, Spradling creates colorful images of nature and people—two of her favorite subjects. A full-time artist since late 2016, she took a winding path to be where she is today but believes it was all meant to be. “My journey to becoming a full-time...

Food + Beverage

We Asked ...

What is One Easy Tip You Can Share For a Healthier 2025? Photography by Provided The start of a new year is always the perfect time for a refresh and to take stock of your health and wellness. So, we checked in with some of Tempe’s experts and asked them for some easy moves that we can implement this coming year for a healthier year. From getting fit to dental health, eye care to breakfast, and more, they shared their most impactful tips. Here’s what they had to say.   Daniel Lyu DDS, FAGD ...

Arts + Culture

Personalized IV Therapy Supports Health & Wellness

Melissa Kay On Boosting Energy, Hydration, Immunity, and More Article by Michelle Glicksman | Photography by Shannon Ly Tempe City Lifestyle  recently sat down at with Melissa Kay of Prime IV Hydration and Wellness, Tempe to talk about her business and IV therapy and injections. Here's what she had to say.   Tell us about Prime IV... Prime IV offers a luxury wellness experience through personalized IV therapy and injections designed to replenish essential nutrients often overlooked in...

Food + Beverage

Humanitarian Wrap

D'Lite Healthy On The Go's Healthy and Flavorful Wrap is Packed With Plant-Based Goodness Photography by Provided “The Humanitarian Veg Supreme Wrap is loaded with flavorful, healthy goodness that leaves anyone feeling supercharged,” says Brooke Knudson, who founded d’Lite Healthy On The Go with her husband, Chad, in 2009. “It has a well-balanced macro profile of vegetable protein, whole grain carbohydrate, and healthy fat. The ingredients are loaded with fiber, vitamins, and minerals...

Health + Wellness

Could Mold be Affecting Your Health?

Article by Dr. Annette Hobi, NMD Have you noticed changes to your health that you cannot explain? Not feeling like yourself? Are you sensitive to chemical smells? Are you tired often and prone to headaches? Have you ever lived in or visited a water-damaged home? Have you noticed a musty odor or damp areas in your home or workplace? While there is no one symptom in common for all mold-exposed patients, there is a common thread of undesired changes to vitality and sense of well-being. Mold is...

Health + Wellness

Unwind at The River Massage

This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of Relaxation Article by Alison Stanton | Photography by Shannon Ly On Oct. 28, 2023, The River Massage opened its doors at 1845 E. Broadway Road in Tempe. Since then, the destination has quickly earned a reputation for its outstanding selection of massage services and enhancements like aromatherapy, as well as its distinctive approach to pricing. “What sets us apart is that we charge clients based on the time they spend with the massage therapist rather...

Home + Design

‘Will’ Do

Veteran-Owned Mr. Handyman is a One-Stop Shop for Home Maintenance and Repair Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by Brad Hendron From a young age, Will Hren loved working with his hands. “My dad, who was a welder and fabricator, saw I had a natural talent for taking things apart and putting them back together early on,” says Hren. “So much so, he would even go to local auctions and get items most would sell for scrap to see me tinker around until I got it working again.” By his...

Life + Culture

Spirit of the Season

Revel in Tempe’s Best and Brightest Holiday Traditions Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by Provided The best gift one can give during the holiday season is time. Make the most of every celebratory second this year by bringing the family to one (or more) of Tempe’s long-standing holiday traditions. Here are some favorites.  Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade Since 1999, Tempe Town Lake has hosted this unique take on a parade. This year, the annual holiday event will take place on Dec...