I personally eat and enjoy gluten, but I have loved ones who can’t, so I can vouch that these recommendations please both crowds! Breakfast & Brunch Presidio Cocina Mexicana This Midtown spot is the most underrated brunch in Phoenix, without a doubt. I think their horchata is the best I’ve ever had. As long as you stick with corn tortillas, their whole menu is gluten-friendly. … Continue reading Gluten-Free in Phoenix
I think it’s relatively easy to be plant-based in the greater Phoenix area. I’ve lived in various regions of the US since adulthood and my switch away from eating much meat, and Phoenix has been one of my favorite cities to eat in. Here are my picks for the most over- and underrated veggie-friendly spots in Phoenix proper. The Overrated The Vig Fillmore I’ve heard … Continue reading Plant-Based in Phoenix
The Hits Business owners I’m happy for you all and glad to be back patronizing some places I haven’t seen in a while! We saw a lot of places reopen in October. Movies FilmBar has returned with covid precautions and Gracie’s Tax Bar is now showing socially distant movies outside on the patio. I recommend following both their instagrams for updates. Plus, drive-in movies are … Continue reading Reopening Arizona Recap: Greatest Hits and Biggest Misses
There’s a lot more to do than just walk around Fashion Square during the day or hit up Old Town at night. The Drunk Munk This is my favorite happy hour in Old Town. The quality of drinks and deals here is unbeatable – especially if you like tiki cocktails and sweet things. It’s also in a great central location. Wonderspaces Arizona Take the basic … Continue reading Best Dates in Scottsdale
If you’re planning on a night out in the valley, Mill Avenue in Tempe is the cheapest place to do it. I think there’s a greater variety of things to do than in Old Town Scottsdale, and they’re closer together than in downtown Phoenix. You could wander around Mill Ave at night and come across a decent bar. Or, you could use this list and … Continue reading Nightlife on Mill Avenue
Mesa gets underappreciated for what it brings to the greater Phoenix metro area. It might look less cosmopolitan than Phoenix, have a lower average income than Scottsdale, or a less trendy population than Tempe, but it has its own unique charm. Aside from spanning a surprisingly large geographic area with some serious natural beauty, Mesa has some amazing places to eat food from around the … Continue reading Around the World in Mesa, AZ
Phoenix has a great bar scene, with a lot of fun concepts. Here are the best places to catch deals during happy hour downtown, no reservations required. 5. The Whining Pig This has the virtue of being the longest-running happy hour – ending at 8pm. It’s a great place to go before a baseball or basketball game. They don’t serve any cocktails – for that, … Continue reading Top 5 Downtown Phoenix Happy Hours
There’s so much to love about living in the Valley, as I reminisce about being more active outdoors, I wanted to share some of my favorite things to do. The Bat Cave During the hot summer months, Mexican Free-Tailed bats spend their time here within the Phoenix city limits! Watching the bats leave the cave for a night of hunting is a little known but … Continue reading Top 5 Phoenix Adventures
Since my unceremonious return from Italy, I’ve been looking for the silver linings. One of the big ones is that I’m finally drinking my tea reserves at home instead of going out for chai lattes. I limit my caffeine consumption and live with someone who can’t consume caffeine for medical reasons. As such, I’ve used this time to do a little research. Whether you’re trying … Continue reading The tea on tea
While I’m waiting to get back into a coffee shop, I’m at home with my kettle and some coconut milk creamer, averaging at least two cups a day – not counting my kombucha. Best Delivery Tea Mango Rabbit Pop n Tea Smile Thai Best tea to DIY My top 3 caffeine free teas: Christmas Cookie by Celestial Seasonings Cinnamon Vanilla Healthy Skin by Yogi Sleepytime … Continue reading The tea on tea part 2
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