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These 2 Black-owned Phoenix restaurants named among the 45 best in the country
Ebony Magazine released Ebony Eats 45, a list of their 45 "favorite Black-owned restaurants and Black chefs from across the country," which included two metro Phoenix restaurants — SugarJam The Southern Kitchen in Scottsdale and Early Bird Vegan in Tempe. SugarJam is the brainchild of chef Dana Dumas, whose culinary career began with selling cookies out of her home in 2011. Since then, she's grown SugarJam to a full-service breakfast and lunch restaurant complete with a...
Free pet adoptions through July 21 at AAWL
Now through Sunday, July 21, families in the Valley can adopt a furry friend at no cost at the Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL). The local rescue will waive adoption fees on all pets over a year old at both its main shelter, located in Phoenix at 25 N. 40th St., and at its Chandler Adoption Center, located inside the Chandler Fashion Center on the second floor, at 3111 W. Chandler Blvd.
Backyard to replace former Sandbar in Gilbert
After five years in business, the last remaining location of Sandbar closed in Gilbert earlier this summer. Now, its parent company Evening Entertainment Group, has announced its replacement. Sandbar will soon become the Valley's second location of Backyard. The move comes during an evolution for EEG. Over the past few...
Jackpot! Chandler lottery ticket worth over $1.7 million
CHANDLER, Ariz. — A lottery ticket purchased in Chandler is now worth over $1.7 million after Sunday's drawing. The lucky Triple Twist ticket was bought at a Circle K store near Gilbert and Pecos roads. The winning numbers for July 14 were 1, 2, 4, 5, 21 and 28.
Two Weeks Left to Adopt for Free at Pinal County Animal Care & Control
Pinal County Animal Care & Control is reminding residents that there are only two weeks left to take advantage of the Bissell Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" national adoption event. From now until July 31st, adoption fees are waived for all adoptable pets, thanks to the generous sponsorship by Bissell Pet Foundation and Cathy Bissell.
June 2024 Restaurant Openings & Closings
A gluten-free bakery and breakfast and lunch restaurant has opened in downtown Mesa. The bakery also stocks a full selection of gluten-free groceries. An Italian-inspired sandwich shop featuring 10 artisan sandwiches on focaccia. 13833 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, agourmetsurprise.com. Aruma Café. The Culdesac Tempe is now home to a Mexican...
Perfect Pear Bistro Expands to Chandler
Say hello to the newest addition to the Chandler community: Perfect Pear Bistro! With two established locations in Tempe, Perfect Pear has expanded its reach to cater to customers in the East Valley. “We’ve built a loyal following over the years, with many customers driving from Chandler to visit our...
Mesa's HandleBar Diner has closed. Here's what we know
HandleBar Diner, the Valentine-style diner located in the Mesa master-planned community of Eastmark, has closed. The diner’s operators took to social media on Friday, sharing that the building's owners had “chosen to close the diner effective immediately” and called the closure “quite a surprise to Chasie and Kevin,” referring to Chasie Womack, who currently runs the diner, and her partner Kevin McMillen.
Tempe gets concert on Taking Back Sunday, The Used co-headlining tour
Emo heavyweights Taking Back Sunday and The Used announced a short and sweet co-headlining tour Tuesday morning. Both bands were here fairly recently: Taking Back Sunday played at The Van Buren on May 29 and The Used opened for Pierce the Veil on July 2, 2023, at Arizona Financial Theatre.
Mici celebrates 20 years of Italian cuisine at Queen Creek location
With inflated food and dining prices everywhere, Queen Creek's Mici Italian restaurant is celebrating both its rich culinary heritage and 20 years of serving up their award-winning, family recipes with a month of new menu launches and specials for busy families coming off summer vacation and preparing to start a new school year.
Comedy show to support disabled people
Ryan Paul Johnson, a comedian and founding board member of Arizona Adaptive Water Sports, will host a comedy show in Chandler to support adaptive water sports for individuals with disabilities. “LaughYourAAWSOff2024” will take place at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 20, atMicDropMania Comedy Club, located at 51 E. Boston St....
Tempe Oktoberfest sets dates for 2024 festival
One of the biggest parties to hit Tempe Beach Park each year has announced the dates for its 2024 celebration. Four Peaks Brewing Co. will host the 51st annual Oktoberfest on Oct. 11 through 13, with a full weekend of festivities. The three-day Bavarian-themed festival will include two music stages,...
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