Food + Beverage

Fabulous Finds

Local Love: 4 Enchanting Date Night Restaurants in Gilbert Article by Sydnee Wilson February is the month of love with Valentine’s Day being front and center. Show some love to your special someone and small businesses by choosing a local Arizona spot this V-day. From authentic Italian and New American food to modern Asian cuisine, there’s something for every couple to enjoy. When planning a date night with your significant other, you can never go wrong with classic Italian food. Italian food...

Local Services

All Things Local

Couple Builds a Community Focused on Loving Where You Live Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Yasmine Carmen Photography February is the month of love, and one local business is committed to the idea of love year-round. Why I Love Where I Live is a local spot focused on cultivating a love for all things local. According to Kristin Tovar, Co-Founder, and owner of Why I Love Where I Live, her love for Arizona is what sparked the idea for the retail boutique. “The brand was born out of an...

Food + Beverage

Gilbert has a “Pizza” my heart

Experience Love at First Bite Article and Photography by Krista Carpenter-Beasley If you haven’t heard,  Arizona is becoming quite the pizza state now. Neapolitan, New York, and Chicago-style pies are at the top of the list of best pizza around and Gilbert is not sleeping on this trend for delivering some of the best slices out there. Name your favorite kind of pizza. Yup, it’s probably featured on this drool-inducing list of pizza in Gilbert. Barros Pizza is more than just a pizzeria, it’s...

Life + Culture

Mom Creates Family Fun Community

Kidizona Is a One Stop Shop for All Things Family Article by Gretchen Pahia Loving where you live and where you work is what many of us strive for daily. For local resident Lindsay Valerio, her love for all things family and being a mom led her to create a community for like-minded folks. Valerio is a mom of two and a former Marketing Director, who turned her creation into reality, creating Kidizona. “When I had my first child, I felt like I was searching Google and Yelp for hours on end...

Life + Culture

Feeding Families Event

Local Love project to help restock the area food pantries Article and Photography by Kristy Belley Step into a world of flavors and community goodness by taking part in this special weekend event at our favorite restaurants like Spinato's Pizza and Portillo's while making a meaningful impact for families in need. With every bite, you can take part in a collective effort to give back to our food pantries.   Local restaurants are sharing a portion of their weekend sales February 23rd - 25th to...

Travel

A Bohemian Sanctuary in Show Low

Your weekend getaway itinerary is here Article by Sydnee Wilson | Photography by Diana Ochoa Located in the heart of the White Mountains in Arizona, this luxury cabin in Show Low is the perfect destination for families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the Valley. Relax and unwind surrounded by picturesque pine trees and enjoy some family fun in the forest without having to rough it and that is exactly what Diana Ochoa did with her husband and her kids. This cozy cabin combines the...

Arts + Culture

Exploring the Vibrant Canvas

A Mural Journey through Gilbert Article by Kylie Strawn-Badger | Photography by Yasmine Carmen Photography As Gilbert continues to evolve, so does its vibrant mural scene. These artistic expressions not only add beauty to the town's streets but also serve as a testament to the community's creativity. The murals tell a story of a town that embraces its past while embracing the future with open arms, creating a visual tapestry that is as diverse and dynamic as the community itself.

Food + Beverage

Coffee Lovers Unite

Couple Brings Together Love for Coffee & Community Article by Gretchen Pahia | Photography by Yasmine Carmen Photography Coffee lovers are always seeking the next best spot to score a good cup of joe. One local couple has made it their goal to provide that to the people who simply love coffee. Ana Herrera-Perez and Saul Perez own and operate Casita Coffee, which is a specialty Latin inspired coffee house on wheels.  The couple, who are the parents to two little boys, are Gilbert residents and...

Food + Beverage

Quiet Night In

Two forks, one bowl – a recipe for love on a pasta-filled date night at home Article by Kristy Belley | Photography by Janie Jones @uncommonjane  If you like to cook together, try this go-to pasta recipe perfect for a Valentine's Day in.  Or for a no-hassle dinner, order out and serve your favorite takeout in the comfort of your own home - just amp up your tablescape to make the night special. Capelli d’Angelo alla Nanni Ingredients 8 oz. Barilla Capellini  2 tsp. salted butter 4 oz...

Local Services

Fabulous Finds

Pickleball Paradise: Four Gilbert Pickleball Hotspots Article by Sydnee Wilson Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball pro or curious about the hype, Gilbert has an array of courts suited for all levels.  For those not caught up in the trend, pickleball is a paddle sport similar to badminton and tennis. Despite its name, there’s no confirmed connection to pickles. It can be played with singles or doubles and all you need to play is a net, paddle and ball. The earliest game of pickleball can be...