Food + Beverage

A Seat at the Family Table

At Bar Capri, owner Paul Gillingwater draws from generations of Italian heritage, family traditions, and a lifetime spent finding his way back to the table Article by Jett Arredondo | Photography by Bar Capri   Before there was Bar Capri, there was Elizabeth Street in New York City. In the late 1800s, Paul Gillingwater’s great-grandparents left Sicily for the United States, settling in Little Italy before making their way to Brooklyn. After World War II, his grandparents headed west to...

Food + Beverage

Raising the “Steaks”

Pretty Decent Concepts doubles down on Tempe with Roman God of Fire Article by Alison Bailin Batz | Photography by Scene Select   Pretty Decent Concepts never simply hires and opens a new concept; they build immersive culinary worlds. In Tempe, the Valley-based hospitality group first made that clear with Filthy Animal, its theatrical steakhouse where taxidermy, rich woods, vintage-inspired details and a rebellious attitude come together under one roof. Then came another surprise: Drop Dead...

Food + Beverage

Fresh is Hip

Arizona natives Stanya and James Gorraiz bring their elevated fast-casual concept home to Tempe Article by Jett Arredondo | Photography by Provided For Stanya and James Gorraiz, opening Urban Hip-E Fresh Kitchen on Mill Avenue is more than the launch of a second restaurant. It’s a homecoming. The husband-and-wife team behind G6 Culinary Concepts both grew up in the Phoenix area. Stanya attended Xavier College Preparatory, while James attended St. Mary’s High School before earning his degree...

Food + Beverage

Caprese Moderna

Picazzo’s Fresh Twist on Classic Caprese Article by Jett Arredondo Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen puts a fresh spin on a beloved Italian classic with its Caprese Moderna. Roasted tomatoes, creamy stracciatella and peppery arugula come together with pesto, pistachios and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a dish that’s bright, flavorful and made for sharing. Served alongside warm flatbread, sourdough or focaccia, it’s an easy way to bring a taste of Picazzo’s to your own table. Ingredients ...

Style + Beauty

Timeless, Reimagined

Classic jewelry isn't meant to stay in a box. It's meant to become part of everyday style Article by Jett Arredondo | Photography by Provided   Fine jewelry is one of the few possessions designed to outlive the moment it was purchased. The proposal lasts an afternoon. The wedding lasts a day. A celebration comes and goes. But the jewelry remains. Most fashion is designed for a moment. Fine jewelry is designed for a lifetime. The most beautiful pieces aren't defined by the occasion that...

Home + Design

The Floor Sets the Tone

Why one of the most overlooked design decisions has the power to shape an entire home Article and Photography by Jett Arredondo   Flooring does more than complete a room. It shapes how a home looks, feels, and functions for years to come. We asked the experts at Floor Daddy to share the insights they hope every homeowner knows before choosing one of the most important design decisions they'll make. What's the biggest mistake homeowners make when choosing new flooring? Many people treat...

Life + Culture

Still Worth Keeping

Inside the objects and stories that refuse to be forgotten Article and Photography by Jett Arredondo   The first thing you notice isn't what you see. It's what you smell. Worn leather. Dust settled deep into old wood. Yellowing pages that carry the unmistakable scent of time. It isn't a manufactured fragrance. It's history, quiet, familiar, and impossible to replicate. Step inside Dealer's Depot Antique Mall in Tempe, and it's easy to think you're browsing antiques. Stay a little longer...

Arts + Culture

The Inspiration & The Muse

How two beloved Bichons became the heart behind one Tempe artist's most memorable paintings Article by Wendy Bates | Photography by Provided We caught up with Tempe Artists Guild member Anshu Priya. For Priya, art has served as both a calling and a sanctuary over the past few years. Her watercolor and acrylic paintings beautifully capture everyday life, travel, human connection, and meaningful relationships. A former communications professional now pursuing art full-time, Priya has fully...

Local Services

A Life Worth Planning

Attorney Bernard Johnsen Shares Tips for Organizing Assets and Protecting Loved Ones During National Make-A-Will Month Article by Rebecca L. Rhoades | Photography by Lindsay Borg The phrase “death is hardest on the living” refers to the emotional grief a person feels after losing a loved one. But in many cases, it can also represent the financial and legal complications that arise when a family member passes on without a will. According to the Pew Research Center, only 32% of U.S. adults have...

Life + Culture

Celebrating Everyday Wins

How small acts of care create meaningful community connections Article by Jett Arredondo | Photography by Provided Community isn't built through grand gestures. More often, it's created through small, intentional moments that bring people together. At Chick-fil-A Tempe, those moments begin inside the restaurant, where a simple meal can become an opportunity to connect. Throughout the year, families, friends, and neighbors gather for events designed to create lasting memories, from holiday...