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Posted on: April 12th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
Taxes got you down? After gathering all the paperwork and receipts you needed in order to file, you deserve a reward. Whether you’re celebrating the fat check you’re going to get back or lamenting the one you have to write, these Valley spots are prepped with special tax day deals. 9 Tasty Tax Day...
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Posted on: April 8th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
It feels a bit ironic that as I sit on my couch on a sweltering Sunday in sweatpants and a t-shirt while I am pining over quite possibly one of the fanciest dinners to hit the Valley in quite a while. Chef Steve Brown, of Cosecha SD Supper Club + Fine Catering fame is...
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Posted on: March 27th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
If you’re looking for a new spot to start your morning, you’re in luck! The Biltmore Scramble location is opening on April 2nd and there are a ton of great new dishes on the menu! Biltmore Scramble Set to Open April 2nd The Basics The newest location, right in the heart of the Biltmore...
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Posted on: March 26th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
Real talk? I don’t know much about Good Friday and all the rules that come along with it. I received an email recently with suggestions for meals that fell in line with Good Friday Dining rules which got me curious. I did what any normal curious gal would do; I opened a new tab...
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Posted on: March 24th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
Listen, I know that there are some strong opinions about the merit of Peeps. I tend to stand on the side that digs them and when I heard about the Oreo Peep Shake at PDQ in Paradise Valley, I have to say I got a little excited. Okay, maybe a lot excited. If you too...
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Posted on: March 23rd, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
If your Easter Sunday calendar is booked you can save time and energy by heading out to any one of these 2018 Phoenix Easter Brunch options. Celebrate the beginning of Spring with your closest family and friends over a great meal along with a few special surprises. **For the majority of these spots reservations...
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Posted on: March 21st, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
While its true that Easter falls on April Fools Day this year, your 2018 Scottsdale Easter Brunch options are no joke! Some holidays have their decadent dinner spreads, but brunch on Easter just feels right. We’ve got the skinny on all the spots whether you are looking for fancy or casual, or locations with...
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Posted on: March 17th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
My family loves camping. My boys love going out to the desert, getting dirty and exploring with their dad. When I first started dating my husband we went camping in a remote location (cue the Dateline music!) and we spent the night in a tent surrounded by the sounds of nature and blanket made...
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Posted on: March 17th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
In 1963, Dick Portillo invested $1,100 into a modest trailer to open the first Portillo’s hot dog stand in Villa Park, IL, which he called “The Dog House.” Years afterward, Portillo’s has expanded to include restaurants in more than 50 locations across several states. Portillos is best recognized for its Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, fresh salads and famous chocolate cake. The Portillo’s brand also includes Barnelli’s restaurants that serve award-winning ribs, pastas with homemade sauces, and fresh sandwiches, soups, and salads. Portillos ships food to all 50 states via Portillos.com....
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Posted on: March 14th, 2018
by Taryn Jeffries
One of my favorite things about making cookies has nothing to do with the finished product. I’m all about the cookie dough. I have no fear of salmonella or E. coli when I see those fluffy, creamy peaks of cookie dough just before spooning them onto a cookie sheet. A scoop for the pan,...
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