I’m an Arizona-based food, beverage, and travel writer sharing stories of my culinary adventures, drink discoveries, gardening projects, and travel in Phoenix and beyond.
Ghost Rider at Toca Madera
For my latest Experience Scottsdale feature, I spotlight some of the best tequila experiences in Scottsdale, from a clever spin on an espresso martini at Anhelo to the always-popular Mission tequila flights. Read that feature here to discover where to find Scottsdale’s top tequila cocktails.
General Manager Frank Armanetti at J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician
In the current issue of SOMM Journal, I sat down with Frank Armanetti, general manager at J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician resort, who shared some of the treasures in the wine cellar. You can check out my column, The Sonoran Scoop, on page 22 of the October/November 2025 issue (digital copy HERE).
