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For over four decades, PHOENIX magazine has been dedicated to showcasing the diverse aspects of the Valley through the skillful work of our seasoned writers, editors, and designers. Our award-winning articles and innovative design provide insightful coverage, making us a trusted source for our 385,500 readers. We keep our audience updated on the latest trends, events, personalities, and hot spots in the Valley. Our high-quality service journalism helps readers make informed choices, whether it’s finding the best neighborhoods, top-notch doctors, or the finest restaurants and shops. From travel and shopping to food, fashion, home, and health, PHOENIX magazine delivers a timely and local perspective on what matters most.

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Enter the 2025 Cutest Pet Photo Contest

6 days ago | phoenixmag.com | Matthew Johnson

Examples of the prize baskets available to win, courtesy Noble Beast.
April 2025 Restaurant Openings and Closings

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Marilyn Hawkes

Arizona Pizza CompanyThis local pizzeria has opened a third location. Look for specialty pizzas, salads, wings and hot and cold sub sandwiches. 16955 N. 75th Ave., Peoria, azpizzacopeoria.comBackstage KitchenAir Guitar convenience store in Gilbert has opened a kitchen featuring sandwiches, salads and smoothies, masterminded by Craig and Kris DeMarco (Postino). 1566 S.
Picazzo’s Pours Fresh Flavor Into Summer with New Mocktail Menu

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Marilyn Hawkes

Mocktails have grown in popularity during the last few years as consumers continue to seek out healthier lifestyles. We recently talked with Chris Disney, managing partner of Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen, about the restaurant’s new mocktail offerings, which include Blueberry Thyme, Blue Elderflower, Ginger Immune Boost and Tropical Punch. He gave us the recipe for Tropical Punch and offered some great advice about how to make a mocktail shine. What’s the secret to making a good mocktail?
Enter to Win Tickets to Jay Shetty: On Purpose Live Tour

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Matthew Johnson

Enter to Win Tickets to Jay Shetty: On Purpose Live Tour
Enter to Win Tickets to HAUSER

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Matthew Johnson

For more than 50 years, PHOENIX magazine's experienced writers, editors, and designers have captured all sides of the Valley with award-winning and insightful writing, and groundbreaking report and design. Our expository features, narratives, profiles, and investigative features keep our 385,000 readers in touch with the Valley's latest trends, events, personalities and places.
5 Concerts to Check Out This Week (May 5-11)

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Jason Keil

Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week’s column features the last tour of one of the 21st century’s greatest artists. May 5James Taylor and His All-Star BandTo discover what makes James Taylor’s band “all-stars,” visit the singer-songwriter’s website (jamestaylor.com). Not only can you see videos of Taylor talking about life on the road, but you’ll also have the opportunity to read interviews with the talented members of the band.
History: Crash Over the Canyon

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Douglas C. Towne

New theories have refocused attention on the 1956 tragic midair collision over the Grand Canyon that forever changed commercial aviation. The night of June 30, 1956, is one that Arizona state historian Marshall Trimble will never forget. “I had taken my girlfriend, Sharon, to a movie that night, and we were driving to Bob’s Big Boy on Central and Thomas to hang out with friends when the news of the missing airliners came on the radio,” the 86-year-old says.
Arizona Explores Use of Small "Nuke-Boxes" to Provide Power to Giant Tech Companies

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Jimmy Magahern

Greater Phoenix is now the third-fastest-growing hub in the U.S. data center industry, with Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Facebook parent Meta already snatching up hundreds of acres in Laveen, Mesa, Goodyear and El Mirage. By 2030, these energy-hungry AI server farms are projected to consume enough electricity to power 4.4 million homes. Arizona’s utility companies are attempting to get ahead of the demand.
Can Phoenix Compete with Nashville on the Country Music Scene?

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Jimmy Magahern

Tapping country’s return to story-telling, a new coalition believes Phoenix can take on Nashville. For a minute in the ’70s, Phoenix was the dark horse pulling ahead of Nashville in a race for the country music crown. Riding the wave of “outlaw country” led by adopted son Waylon Jennings, clubs like Mr. Lucky’s and JD’s served up a rootsy-but-renegade sound that kicked dirt at the formulaic slickness of the country recording industry.
Candace Devine’s Pure Imagination Festival Brings Big Sounds to a Small Town

1 week ago | phoenixmag.com | Niki D'Andrea

There’s not much Candace Devine hasn’t done in the music business. From singing backup for Christina Aguilera to co-writing on Mindi Abair’s Grammy-nominated Wild Heart, the Burbank native had a solid music career in L.A. from 2004 to 2014. But nothing, she says, compares to the challenge of launching the Pure Imagination Music Festival in Prescott. “If you’re feeling like you just wanna get in the business of music festivals, it’s really hard, and it is not a very forgiving business,” Devine says.