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Letterpress Is All the Rage -- and Part of Its History Is Being Preserved in Arizona

Big Brain Awards 2013

Disappearing Ink: What Will Happen to All the Books?

12 National Food Trends We'll See in Phoenix in 2013

Everybody likes to say that Phoenix is years behind "real" food and drink towns, and for an embarrassingly long time, that was absolutely true. Lately? Not so much. I've read a slew of end-of-the-year predictions about what we Americans will be eating and drinking next year, and in many cases, we've ... More >>

Chow Bella's Gift Guide for the Mom

What? Not done with your holiday shopping? Yeah, neither are we. But we've been making lists -- and checking them twice -- and we've got some suggestions for the nice people on your list. Today, Chow Bella's Gift Guide for the Mom. See also: - Jackalope Ranch's Gift Guide for the Mom - Chow Bella's ... More >>

Chow Bella's Gift Guide for the Meat Lover

What? Not done with your holiday shopping? Yeah, neither are we. But we've been making lists -- and checking them twice -- and we've got some suggestions for the nice people on your list. Today, Chow Bella's Gift Guide for the Meat Lover. We all know that person. The person whose love affair with ... More >>

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Top Five Phoenix Food Stories of the Week

Every week, there's a cornucopia of Phoenix food news, features, and reviews to report here at Chow Bella. If you're like most people, you probably just don't have the time to get to all of it. It's kind of like those burgers at Old Town Whiskey; it just won't all fit in your mouth ... or in this ca ... More >>

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50 Shades of Chicken Cookbook Spoofs 50 Shades of Grey

If you were thinking that the 50 Shades of Grey shenanigans would die down well before the release of its tentative 2014 movie, you may have been wrong- 50 shades of wrong. See Also: So This Exists: The Unofficial Downton Abbey Cookbook Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Suing Ben & Cherry's Pornos: Schweddy ... More >>

Planet Chocolates: Yes, This Means You Can Ask Someone To Eat Uranus

See Also: The Highest Sugar High: Simplest Sugars Spotted Around Earth-like Star See Also: "Space Hot Dog" Sent On Journey Into the Unknown, Then Eaten With Curiosity wheels down on Mars, shooting rocks with lasers and doing Myspace self-shots, it's no surprise that astronomical themes are a happen ... More >>

Chow Bella's Top Phoenix Food Stories of the Week

Every week, there's a cornucopia of Phoenix food news, features, and reviews to report here at Chow Bella. If you're like most people, you probably just don't have the time to get to all of it. It's kind of like those burgers at Old Town Whiskey; it just won't all fit in your mouth ... or in this ca ... More >>

Handy Dandy

Five Examples of Why You Should Not Pimp Your KitchenAid

The time has come to showcase some of the unnecessary hideousness Pinterest has to offer. Let's be real... There is a lot of stuff on there that just shouldn't exist. Beginning with KitchenAid mixer decals. I didn't realize what a phenomenon this was until I started paying attention. I just ca ... More >>

Super-Tiny Food Sculptures are Super-Flippin' Adorable

Although we're pretty sure the hazards of being shrunk to miniature size outweigh the benefits (finding clothes, taking to long to answer text messages, that darn cat that keeps peering in our dollhouse window), we'd love to eat meals that look like the ones from Israeli artist Shay Aaron. Creating ... More >>

Six Unique Spice Racks (and One Wall Chart) on Etsy

Spices aren't just a way to add flavor to your food; these spice-related accessories are a feast for the eyes as well. It's not always easy to add a dash of personality to a kitchen, so we've found something for everyone's style, from vintage and repurposed finds to the colorful and kitsch. 1. Carv ... More >>

This Week's Tastiest Links!

• Things got sticky last weekend -- as in Caramelpalooza sticky. Here's who took home the ribbons. - Chow Bella • My Drunk Diet is a great name for a book, plus the author is Lady Ga-Ga's ex-boyfriend. - New York Times • Whoops! Paula Deen's in trouble again -- and this time, it's all in the ... More >>

Turquoise Floral Tea Dress at Holy Smoke Vintage

Each week Gem features one standout piece from a local shop. Whether it's a jacket, necklace, or handbag, it's on our have-to-have list. What: With head-to-toe florals (somewhat unsurprisingly) making their way to the spring runways, this turquoise tea dress encapsulates the all-over botanical stat ... More >>

Five Sure Signs the Mustache Trend Needs to Die (Please)

​Dear anyone (and everyone) who has ever considered cutting a mustache out of felt and putting it on, well, anything, It's time to let go. Not only is your fascination with this variety of facial hair a little disturbing, it's a little late. The mustache (as it's currently known in embro ... More >>

Snapshots of a City, and New-Found Love for a Hometown

100 Journal Collection, Trusting in Caffeine, and the History of Glitter

Welcome to the Morning Buzz, a catch-up on interesting happenings around the city and country and a quick guide to what (and who) to keep your eyes on. We'll be here, first thing every weekday, to get you going. Here's what's buzzing this morning:​1. Wanted: 100 Journals Last year, Scot ... More >>

Five Fitness Fashion Trends We're Looking Forward to in 2012

Not all Phoenix fun comes with dim lighting and fancy cocktails. Sometimes, there's nothing better than endorphins, sunshine, and sweat. Lover of all things outdoors, The Outsider explores the more natural side of Phoenix.​It's the week of making lists: best of lists, fashion lists, reso ... More >>

Laurie Notaro's Chicken Pot Pie, Pot-Infused Vodka and 8 More Favorite Recipes of 2011

​Boy, are we full. 2011 was a year of great new restaurants, delicious morsels -- and many new recipes to try. Here are a few of the favorites Chow Bella shared with you this last year.  10. Laurie Notaro's Chicken Pot Pie Not only was our favorite funny lady kind enough ... More >>

9 Etsy Gifts for the Sweets Lover

​We could hardly call the reporting process for this post a journalistic endeavor -- etsy.com is one of our favorite shopping spots. So no need to thank us for this gathering of holiday gift ideas for the sweet-lover in your life. (Or -- who are we kidding -- yourself.) Find out which etsy& ... More >>

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I Follow the Recipe Exactly . . . But My Cake Is Always Dry

There are three good things about downsizing your eggs. First, large cost less than jumbo. Second, your recipes will come out better. Third, you'll be getting a little less cholesterol. That means you can justify the butter in the cookie.

Six Delicious Noodle Dishes in Metro Phoenix

etsy.com/shop/boopsiedaisy​Wait -- something feels different. Did the temperature drop a couple of degrees?! Time for comfort food! Better carb-load for that cool winter we know is coming. No worries -- Chow Bella's here with a half-dozen must-try noodle dishes. You're welcome. 6. Bu ... More >>

Thao and Mirah at the Rhythm Room, 6/20/11

Kholood Eid Thao and Mirah at Rhythm Room​Thao & Mirah Rhythm Room Monday, June 20 Punctuality. Where I'm from (Miami), folks don't understand the concept that well. When doors open at 7:30, the masses show up at nine, often foregoing the opening set, and subsequently missing the opportu ... More >>

The Earthbound Cook at the Downtown Public Market and Push-Up Peeps in Today's Eater's Digest

Love From The Oven​ Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Myra Goodman A.K.A. The Earthbound CookTonight, Myra Goodman, author of The Earthbound Cook will be making a stop by the Downtown Phoenix Public Market. The co-founder of the Earthbound ... More >>

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What Food Fixes Do Readers Want for Phoenix?

Our readers are cool! Buy this popsicle print from YeeHaw on etsy.com​Last week I ranted that Phoenix needs everything from a Farrell's to bad Chinese food to a grilled cheese shop to some truly original ideas.Some of you were peeved, as expected. But more often, readers got in the spirit and offe ... More >>

Courtney Love FTW; Suing Never Stops

​Courtney Love has gotten herself caught up in a Twitter defamation lawsuit, according to Rolling Stone.The trouble just never seems to end for America's biggest hot mes...I mean Courtney. She's being sued for attacking a fashion designer by the name of Dawn Simorangkir in multiple harsh tweets ba ... More >>

Calorie-free Food-inspired Gift Guide

Not all foodie gifts need to land on your thighs. The following are four different fun and funky food-inspired gift ideas that don't necessarily belong in the kitchen. ​ A non-perishable print or calendar that will last much longer than an edible gift. Some of our favorites from Etsy. Chances of S ... More >>

Sara Oliver, What Are You Eating?

Sara Oliver​Sara Oliver The jeweler and artist has an art opening on Friday, November 5 at Sweets and Beats. Hanging on the walls will be about 120 drawings and mixed media pieces all under $20, plus there will be Tammie Coe cupcakes and a free show by Doctor Dinosaur from Tucson. Her jewelry lin ... More >>

Sonoran Cooking Class and Pumpkin Tarts in Today's Eater's Digest

AtomicLuLu​ Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Sonoran Cooking ClassSign up for Pinon Grill at Millennium Resort Scottsdale for this Saturday's Sonoran Fall Menu Cooking Class. Executive Chef Gary Mlinarich will teach you how to make a three-cour ... More >>

Cook like a Mexican, Meat Dress, and Bacon Caramel in Today's Eater's Digest

notwithoutsalt.com​Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Cook Like GrandmaThat is, if your grandma is Mexican. If not, learn to cook like your friend's grandma. Either way, this Friday you can learn to cook authentic Mexican Comfort Food, just like ... More >>

Cat Cora at Changing Hands, Tonight at The Duce and Goats Milk Donuts in Today's Eaters Digest

soapopotamus ​Cat Cora Tonight She's finally here! Tonight Iron Chef Cat Cora will at Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe promoting her new book Cat Cora's Classics with a Twist. Cora with will be doing a cooking demo and signing copies of her new book. Chow Bella will be on hand as well with prizes ... More >>

Treehouse Bakery Brings Vegan Treats to CenPho

​A darling friend just introduced me to a charming gal named Corianne Sizemore, who just launched her new, vegan-friendly Treehouse Bakery, this week. While a retail bakery shop is in her future and she plans to start selling at the Downtown Phoenix Public Market as soon as her catering perm ... More >>

Becky Lee Is Big in Portugal

Becky Lee Is Big in Portugal

Arty Girl: Dear Raymer at Cheap Thrills Fashion Show

Originally published in STM.Dear Raymer jewelry.​My best friend came over a couple weeks ago wearing a metal rose, an I.D. bracelet, a broken Swatch watch, a chandelier crystal and a large, metal cross...at the same time.All of these broken bits were tangled, soldered, bent and twisted together in ... More >>

Home, Tweet Home: Jeff Moriarty Is Trying to Create a Cultural Identity for Phoenix, 140 Characters at a Time

Arty Girl: Jason Hill's Icons of Phoenix Prints

Oh, how I love the Westward Ho...especially through the eyes of Jason Hill.​Okay, I know Phoenix is in its how-did-anyone-think-to-settle-in-this-Hell-zone time of year right now but hear me out. Er, actually, hear artist, Jason Hill, out. This guy is our number one promoter of all things that are ... More >>