2011 Restaurant Awards

Good Friends Who Need Great Homes

Salvador is a 7-year-old Chihuahua. Sweet and mellow, Salvador is just looking for a lap to snuggle on. He gets along well with other polite dogs and would probably do fine with cats as well. He is recommended for junior high ages and up. His adoption fee is $50. Vincent is a 10-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is a sweet little gentleman, very docile and loves a lap to lie in. He is good with cats and other dogs. He is [...]

Who’s Looking? We’re Busy Eating!

Luu’s Chicken Bowl North Phoenix 10876 N. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85028 (602) 569-1667 luuschickenbowl.com Matt: All I can say is, ask for the “Matt Special” (not on the menu!). Half beef, half chicken salad with ginger, peanuts, and spicy sauces. Totally healthy and delicious. I eat there four to five times per week. All for $6.44! Leeann: Love the spring rolls and rice. Family owned and always good atmosphere. Definitely recommend. ZoYo Yogurt 4740 E. Shea Blvd. Phoenix, AZ [...]

His and Hers Revisited: Luxury Bathroom Styles that Please Modern Homeowners

It’s classified from anything from a simple washroom to a fanciful boudoir powder room—the space we call bathroom has undergone several conceptual renovations through generations of time. Whether you admire the segregated sinks and towels of traditional gender etiquette for your separate daily rituals or enjoy wide-open spaces to encourage relaxation, the bathroom has become a coveted place of ownership and sophistication in the world of modern luxury. Today, the bathroom represents a space for seclusion, revitalization and, of course, [...]

Bondurant School: Race Car Instructor Combines Ambition with Drive

At 78 years old, Bob Bondurant, winner of the 1965 World Manufacturer’s Championship for the United States, is still one of the biggest names in the racing industry. Since 1990, Bondurant’s School of High Performance Driving has called Phoenix home. Everyone from professional drivers training for road racing to big-name celebrities has graduated from the school. Bondurant has a sense of pride when he see each of his graduates succeed. “It feels fantastic when you know you’re a part of [...]

North Scottsdale

Ocean Prime at City North, 6 p.m. CityCenter of CityNorth 5455 E. High St. Phoenix, AZ 85054 (480) 347-1313 oceanprimephoenix.com General Manager: Tony McMahon Executive Chef: Jagger Griffin Ocean Prime marries fresh seafood cooked to perfection and USDA prime cuts with a Wine Spectator-honored wine list and tops it off with personalized service. With a great atmosphere and a menu filled with special dishes, it’s the perfect first stop for an evening out. Tip 1: Be sure to try the candied [...]

Ask the Dating Coach

The current economic climate is causing a number of couples to call it quits. This column is dedicated to those of you dealing with divorce. Everyone comes into your life for a reason, a season—sometimes a lifetime, but always as a lesson. Learn the lesson and enjoy everyone in your life. Know When to Hold—and Hold On to—’Em Dear Lea, My husband and I have been married for seven years. I recently filed for divorce because of his gambling addiction. [...]

National Amputee Golf Association National Championship >> Rio Verde Country Club, 18731 E. Four Peaks Blvd., Rio Verde

More than 120 amputee golfers from around the world gathered just outside Scottsdale for the sixty-third annual NAGA Open Championship. NAGA was incorporated in 1954 and has grown to include more than 2,500 members worldwide. nagagolf.org Photos courtesy NAGA