The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain presented their chefs with the opportunity to showcase their technical skills and creativity through the Masters of the Craft, a Marriott-based volunteer competition. Executive Pastry Chef Daniel Mangione and newly-appointed Executive Chef Emily Dillport invited me…
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Tucson Date Night Restaurants for Sonoran Restaurant Week 2026
If you're looking for an excuse to plan your next date night in Tucson, you'll be delighted to know that Sonoran Restaurant Week is back September 4–13, 2026! Starting today,…
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MICHELIN Guide Southwest: 19 Arizona Restaurants Honored
Today, the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Southwest was revealed, and 19 restaurants and three individuals were recognized from Arizona. I have to admit, I was a bit shocked that not a…
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Dinner Service Returns to Sawmill Run Restaurant on Mt. Lemmon
Most people don't expect to find caviar, wild-caught crab or premium beef at 8,000 feet, but that's exactly what Executive Chef Nick Avram is serving at Sawmill Run Restaurant on…
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First Time on the Road to Hana
Read moreWhen you hear Maui, one of the first things that comes to mind is the picturesque Hana Highway featuring 620 turns and 59 bridges through the tropical rainforest. I can hardly believe Alex and I almost didn’t do the drive–…
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How I Cope With Mental Health
Read moreLast October I opened up about my mental health struggles. During that time I did not have an answer or an optimistic solution. I’ve always been the type of person who could quickly overcome any obstacle or dilemma, but I…
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How to Empower Women
Read moreWomen can accomplish incredible things when they support each other. We live in a world where you have the freedom to spread hate or love. Why wouldn’t you choose to encourage others rather than shut them down? Here are three…
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Juniper Green Wedding
Read moreA week ago my youngest sister, Leah, said “I do” to her high school sweetheart of nine years! It was a beautiful, rustic wedding on a ranch. Leah’s colors were yellow and green. For the bridesmaid dresses, she allowed everyone…
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What I Learned from my First Year of Marriage
Read moreThis year, Alex and I celebrated 12 years together and our first wedding anniversary! Marriage is a holy institution where a husband and wife are bonded through the word of God, and I was able to experience firsthand what this…
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The Ritz-Carlton Earns Forbes Five-Star Rating for Fifth Consecutive Year
Read moreThe Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain received recognition as a Five-Star luxury resort for the fifth consecutive year from Forbes Travel Guide. Under this recognition from Forbes Travel Guide, the property continues to be the only full-destination resort in the southwestern United…
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A Syrian Sentiment
Read moreNew York Fashion Week is the opportunity to showcase creativity and eclectic styles. For my every-day-look, I tend to gravitate towards feminine whimsical or classic pieces. However for NYFW, I wanted to do something different for Rebecca Minkoff’s show. I…
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Alice + Olivia Fall 2019 RTW
Read moreThe moment I walked through the historical wooden doors of the Gothic Revival synagogue, now known as the Angel Orensanz Center, I felt as though I had stepped into another world. That world was filled with magic, fantasy, romance and…
