Dena Roche

With its vivid cherry hue, bold structure, and uncanny versatility at the table, this shape-shifting classic challenges everything we think we know about rosé.

One of the best things about wine is the conversations it can spark. On a recent trip to Abruzzo, Italy, the local Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo was a topic of debate at every table.
With its bright acidity, pronounced minerality, and fruit-fueled notes of strawberry and cherry, at first blush it could be a dark rosé. Yet its vivid deep-cherry c...

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There are many ways to tell a story; words, pictures, and videos are the first to come to mind. But Alex and Yotaka Martin do it through soulful, authentic Thai cooking served up at Lom Wong in downtown Phoenix. And with Chef Yotaka winning the award for 2025 James Beard Best Chef in the Southwest, it’s clear that people are connecting to their story. “Our cuisine tells our family’s stories,” says Alex Martin. “Our whole idea at Lom Wong is to show a small part of a very diverse cuisine that ...

Pretty Decent Concepts is on a pretty good roll, changing up the Valley’s dining scene at the speed of an Energizer bunny. The hospitality group behind Wren & Wolf, Carry On, and Chico Malo, is opening five new concepts this year and two more in 2026.

Earlier this year, Drop Dead Gorgeous and Filthy Animal took Tempe by storm, and in the fall, Cleaverman, Uppercut, and Filthy Martini Bar will bring a whole new vibe to downtown’s Arizona Center.

“When we looked to expand, we looked for burgeon...

Rome, Venice, and Tuscany may get all the fanfare, but for travelers looking for a unique Italian getaway, undiscovered Abruzzo is ready to give you a slice of the authentic la dolce vita.

I was met with blank stares when I told friends I was heading to Abruzzo for a few weeks. Though the region is only about two hours east of Rome, it’s flown under the radar for centuries.

The Wrigley Mansion has arguably the most extensive and impressive wine cellar in the Valley. Now, the mansion’s owner, Jamie Hormel, is curating a new hotspot for wine lovers at Jamie’s Bottle Shop in Old Town Scottsdale.
While the Wrigley Mansion is like a first-growth Bordeaux wine, Jamie’s Bottle Shop exudes the atmosphere of your daily drinking rosé. “With the bottle shop, I want people to feel comfortable whether they know a lot or a little about wine, and whether they have a lot or a l...

The Dolomites have become one of Europe’s most talked-about destinations—and with good reason. When I mentioned my plans to visit, nearly everyone responded with, “I was just there!” or “That’s on my list!” Tucked in Italy’s South Tyrol region, these jagged peaks have long been a haven for European wellness seekers, and now travelers from around the world are discovering their charm.

At the end of 2024, Chef Ivan Jacobo delivered his “love letter” to Downtown Phoenix with the opening of Flour & Thyme in the same location as his much-loved gourmet Anhelo, which reopens in Scottsdale.

“I call Flour & Thyme my love letter to Downtown Phoenix because if I would’ve opened Anhelo in Scottsdale originally, I would’ve failed,” the 33-year-old chef said. “Downtown Phoenix is more forgiving and made it possible for me to open Anhelo without knowing its identity.”
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Good things come in small packages, which is the case with the Alto Adige wine region. Located in Northeast Italy, it’s one of the smallest wine-producing areas in Italy, but its wines pack a big punch.

Wine has been around for centuries. Throughout time it has adapted and evolved with nature and changing tastes. In the 21st century, winemakers are ushering in another new era with hybrid varietals to combat climate change and disease. But is the wine world ready to swap Sauvignon Blanc for Seyval Blanc or Pinot Noir for Baco Noir?

With an elevation of over 4,300 feet above sea level and a landscape dominated by iconic red rocks, Sedona makes it hard to take a bad photo. But some locations are so special that they can turn even an amateur shutterbug into a budding Ansel Adams.

We asked award-winning local photographer Zach Rohe to give the inside scoop on where — and how — to shoot the most memorable vacation pictures in Sedona.

If you’re dreaming of a wine getaway, you don’t need to travel to Napa or Bordeaux to sip great Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot. In fact, you don’t even need to leave Scottsdale.

Winemaking in the desert still surprises people, but Arizona has a thriving wine industry with well over 100 wineries. While grapes are grown in Willcox, Sonoita, and the Verde Valley, several top producers have tasting rooms in Old Town Scottsdale. These allow locals and guests to spend the day tasting their way throug...

With healing desert ingredients, Native American traditions and ageneral laid-back lifestyle, it’s no surprise that Scottsdale, Arizona hasthe most spas per capita in the country. Travelers come to the city forsun, fun and relaxation, with the only hard decision being which of itsmany spas to enjoy. Thankfully, we’ve curated the don’t miss luxury spaspots for your next trip to the Valley of the Sun.

London has been my favorite city for as long as I can remember, but each time I visit Paris, the City of Light climbs closer to claiming the top spot in my heart. Paris’s charms continue to unfold the more you visit. These are my recommendations for what to do if you’re a first-time visitor and have 2 days in Paris....

For kids, the holidays are about presents, sweets, and school break. But for adults, the season is a time of friends, family, and parties.
As you plan your holiday festivities and gift-giving, nothing elevates a celebration like a great bottle of wine. Whether you’re hosting the soiree or looking for the perfect hostess gift, we have four wines that pair perfectly with your holiday celebrations.
Palmer Champagne Rosé Solera
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Think you know Prosecco? Think again. Prosecco isn’t just a party girl. In Conegliano-Valdobbiadene, she’s a badass, serious wine that oenophiles must put on their radar.
In the United States, Prosecco is perceived as an easy-drinking fizz that goes just as well in your brunch mimosa as it does toasting a special occasion. It’s no wonder that’s what the wine-drinking public thinks ...