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Piqued by the ‘Peaks’

May 02, 12

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Featured, Opinion, Scottsdale

With the recent news that restaurant chain Twin Peaks is set to open three more Valley locations, I thought I might take a guess at where the new locations could go: Gilbert – Instead of 19 and 20 year college girls, the ‘Real Housewives of Gilbert’ can take center stage as the Lumber-Jills. Cen-Pho/So-Pho Corridor...

Everyone Loves a List

Jan 05, 12

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Featured, Opinion

With 2011 in the rear-view mirror, I thought it would be fun to compile a list of ‘Tops’ for the year. I have had such an amazing journey this past year; an amazing and delicious journey. Keep in mind what shall follow are just the peak of what I have encountered this year. They are those meals and events that I revisit in my...

Five Must-Order Dishes at Prado

Jun 22, 11

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Featured, Opinion, Paradise Valley

We love Prado at the Montelucia and our adoration is quite apparent. We hold no secrets! Every single dish that leaves Chef Peter DeRuvo’s kitchen is phenomenal. But of course, since we are such diehards and visit so often, naturally we have our favorites. We’ve created a list of five of our most-loved dishes, though it was...

Valley Nutritionist Named Finalist to Become Next Blogger for Conde Nast’s SELF

I can often be found lurking around the interwebs, looking for parenting ideas, food trends and healthy recipe ideas. When I get a hit on a local blogger, my eyes and ears perk up. Michelle Dudash is a major perk! She is a local registered dietitian and seasoned chef who just so happens to be a finalist in a blog-off for SELF...

Battle of the BBQs

Mar 09, 11

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Festivals, Opinion

In case you haven’t been paying attention, there is a storm a brewin’. A saucy and tasty storm filled with all the beauty and glory that any decent BBQ beholds. On March 26th there will be 2 opportunities to get your fill of all the meaty goodness. To be fair, both events have some major draws and something for everyone –...

“I’d expect better, from a foodie!”

Jan 18, 11

Posted by Phoenix Bites in Featured, Food & Drink, Opinion

View Rodney’s original article on Adventures in Cuisine The term ‘foodie’ is bandied about a lot lately, quite excessively when you really get down to it. In response, I’ve begun to observe a backlash against the term. Many people have even begun to shy away from, and even express displeasure bordering on disgust...