Food + Beverage

Savory Autumn Eats

As heat subsides and appetites return, it's time to umami like never before Article by Sybil Velarde (www.atsybilskitchen.com) Our desert landscape starts to change this month. Temperatures begin to cool down from the hot days of summer, blending the beauty of the desert with seasonal changes. Now it's a time to celebrate life, gathering friends around the table. This is why we have a bigger-than-life menu for you to enjoy! Concord Grape and Champagne Cocktail 6 Servings Ingredients: ...

Fitness

Ventana Sparkles Bright

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge Marks 40 Years of Excellence Article by Megan Ewing | Photography by Gary Kellner and Steve Pope Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge, a true gem nestled into the Santa Catalina foothills, proudly celebrates 40 years of memories, milestones, and magic. For four decades, Ventana Canyon’s unwavering commitment to excellence has remained steadfast. As a member-owned club and lodge, the focus has always been on delivering exceptional experiences for its club members and...

Food + Beverage

Ventana Canyon's Culinary Captain

Devon Sanner Takes the Lead At the Lodge Article by Jeff Herr | Photography by Nicci Radhe - https://celestealphotography.pic-time.com/ Last month, Devon Sanner took the reins as Executive Chef at the Lodge at Ventana Canyon. His is a journey with deep Tucson roots, global adventure, and a hunger for cultivating great teams and consistent outcomes. Finding excellence as a chef has been his polestar. Hear our conversation below: You were quite the young man growing up! Eagle Scout, National...

Arts + Culture

Ballet Tucson's New Season Blossoms

A vivid array of classic and novel performance to savor Article by Megan Ewing Tucson's premier professional ballet company, Ballet Tucson, is gearing up for an exhilarating 2024-2025 season under the dynamic theme, "On the Move." This upcoming season promises a captivating mix of avant-garde works and cherished classics that will delight audiences. Artistic Director Margaret Mullin has unveiled a season brimming with diverse performances, running from September 2024 through March 2025. The...

Food + Beverage

Avocados Four Ways

Make a Smoothie, Ceviche, or Soup Article by Sybil Velarde (www.atsybilskitchen.com/order-online) The fruit that's taking over everything! We can make guacamole with it, put it on a burger, or eat it with a spoon, but why stop there? Here, we share our favorite things to do with the fruit that doesn’t act like one! Avocado Salad with Peaches               Serves 4 Ingredients 1/2 red bell pepper, roasted two tablespoons of red wine vinegar Seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean 1/2...

Food + Beverage

Boston-Style Seafood Bake

CLAMoring For a New England Style Clam Bake Article by Sybil Velarde (www.atsybilskitchen.com/order-online) The ultimate one-pot clambake is just so much fun! And you don’t need a beach -- or an afternoon tending to the fire pit -- to make this quintessential summer feast! Part of the great meal is unleashing the flavor of our homemade spice mix, a new spin on the clambake classic Old Bay. Below is the recipe for that and a yummy summer dessert. The Ultimate One-Pot Clam Bake Serves 8 ...

Health + Wellness

Style of the Strong and Fit

Rising Star Returns After Twins, And Wins Article by Jeff Herr Last month, Natali Medlin returned to competitive bodybuilding, a significant effort after more than a decade during which she married, had three beautiful babies, and started her own personal training gym here in Tucson. She shares her journey during which she competed at an event in Hawaii where she placed 3rd!  ● When did you start in bodybuilding? What got you into it? I met my future coach at a retail shop I worked at. She...

Arts + Culture

Desert Impressions...With Love From Prague!

A Surprise Tucson Encounter Became an Expedition to Bridge Many Cultures Article by Jeff Herr | Photography by Provided by Aneta Hebrova A business trip to Arizona in 2018 sparked Aneta Hebrova's interest in the region's unique cultures. This place we call home is quite unique. Her experience here transformed into a mission of sorts: to bring the network of people and places she encountered to the world, to bridge cultures, and to share her experiences through her fresh eyes. In 2024, she...

Wellness

Time to Eradicate Those Grasses

The Sonoran Desert, and all its plants and critters, faces a significant (and potentially catastrophic) eco-disaster. And you can help them! Article by Ben Tully What would you say if someone asked you what the greatest threat to the beautiful Sonoran Desert scenery we enjoy every day? Would it be climate change, with drier, hotter summers becoming the new normal and water levels declining? Would it be new urban developments, with prime real estate clearcutting saguaro vistas? While it’s...

Health + Wellness

Bright Summer Whites

Proactively Restore and Showcase Your Beautiful Smile Article by Nicole Smith | Photography by Emily James Ventana Dental combines state-of-the-art technology with traditional family values to offer patients a mouth makeover worth smiling about. Alexandra Martin, DMD, is celebrating five years at the helm of Ventana Dental in the Catalina Foothills on Kolb Road. Dr. Lane McCoy joined the practice in 2019 after serving eight years in the Air Force. The dentist duo works with a solid team of...