If you are familiar with Doni Nahmias designs, you are likely a follower of uber-cool, emerging luxury fashion, an Arizona Coyotes hockey fan, or both. Or perhaps you stumbled upon the NAHMIAS brand after learning of the young designer’s inspiring story and his will to never give up. Regardless, the NAHMIAS brand and its genesis […]

1. How does a performance artist, comedian and actor become an artist-in-residence at ASU? Well, truth be told, ASU Gammage and I have been dating for a while. Back in 2010, I performed “Wong Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” at the Beyond Series. A few years later, I performed “The Wong Street Journal.” So when […]

Hera Ambrosio opened Zingara Market to share her background, travels and restaurant experience. She was born in Brazil and grew up in her family’s restaurants in Italy before moving to Arizona, where her family has been in the restaurant business for more than 20 years.  “The restaurant business is my passion,” she said. “I love […]

How? is something Steve Sanghi often asked that fueled his interest in science, technology and engineering while growing up in small towns in northern India. “Growing up, I had an ugly habit of taking things apart to figure out how they work,” Sanghi explained. Repeatedly answering this question led him to a career managing science […]

Sometimes, simple things in life can cause a chain reaction. For instance, what happens if you’re a student and you don’t show up to school? Simple — you probably miss an assignment, which you can make up later.  But what happens if you’re a student and your particular circumstance results in you missing a lot […]

Spring Fling Fresh looks for event season Starlight Brocade Dress | $498 Kate Spade, Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale katespade.com Silvana Clutch | $298 Reformation, Scottsdale Quarter, Scottsdale thereformation.com  Clairene Jacket | $595 Theory theory.com Knotted Cutout Gown | $2,795Nordstrom, Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdalenordstrom.com Johanna Ortiz Maxi Dress | $1,550Saks Fifth Avenue, Biltmore Fashion Park, Phoenixsaksfifthavenue.com […]

In December 2023, Kembara opened at JW Marriott Desert Ridge in North Phoenix. The menu at Kembara, which means “to wander,” is inspired by a variety of Asian flavors. It is the second restaurant at the resort from celebrity chef Angelo Sosa and restaurant developer Mark Stone, who opened Tia Carmen in 2022. “The menu […]

Emma Garcia is the chief community development and engagement officer at Valley of the Sun United Way Recommends: “Energy Rising” by Dr. Julia DiGangi Her Take: “This well-researched book left an indelible impact on me, resonating on multiple levels as I reflected on how my upbringing and childhood experiences shaped who I am as a […]

Matt Byrnes is the senior Vice President of proprietary brands and sourcing at PetSmart 4:30 A.M.  >>  ME TIME I’m an early riser, and my mornings are my selfish time. I use this time to take care of myself and make sure I’m ready for the day. I start with a cup of coffee while […]

The Japan External Trade Organization and the Consul General of Japan in Los Angeles are partnering with 10 Phoenix area restaurants to host Taste of Japan: Specialty Seafood and Sake Series, which runs through March 9. Each restaurant offers dishes highlighting Japan’s renowned Hokkaido scallop with a sake pairing. Restaurants participating in the series include […]