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Geri Koeppel is a professional writer, voracious reader, devoted traveler, and an amateur cook, birder and tennis player. She’s lived and worked in Detroit, San Francisco and Phoenix.

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Phoenix muralist Isaac Caruso’s work is on display in his new children’s book

Phoenix muralist Isaac Caruso’s work is on display in his new children’s book

By Geri KoeppelAugust 29, 2023

‘Sam and Sara’ includes more than 50 murals Caruso painted all over Arizona.

Valley staple Serrano’s adds new concept to family-run restaurant empire

Valley staple Serrano’s adds new concept to family-run restaurant empire

By Geri KoeppelAugust 16, 2023

From tamales and bean dip to robots and ramen, Serrano’s has a new look at Pronto.

Best Bites: This spicy and smoky dip takes beer and wings to a new level

Best Bites: This spicy and smoky dip takes beer and wings to a new level

By Geri KoeppelAugust 15, 2023

Helluva Brewing Co. uses a smoker for many of its meats, but one menu item stands out.

Mastercard doesn’t want its debit cards buying Arizona’s legal weed

By Geri KoeppelAugust 11, 2023

Mastercard’s decision to halt the use of its debit cards to buy cannabis is causing some dispensaries in metro Phoenix to scramble.

Meet the civil engineer opening her own cupcake bakery in South Phoenix

Meet the civil engineer opening her own cupcake bakery in South Phoenix

By Geri KoeppelAugust 10, 2023

“There’s a lot of bad red velvet cake out there,” Myesha Harris says. She plans to change that.

Romeo Taus, owner of Romeo’s Euro Cafe, faces serious health battle

Romeo Taus, owner of Romeo’s Euro Cafe, faces serious health battle

By Geri KoeppelAugust 8, 2023

Friends and employees set up a fundraiser to help longtime Valley restaurateur Romeo Taus, owner of Romeo’s Euro Cafe in Gilbert.

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Inside the new Grand Avenue studio of artist Gennaro Garcia

Inside the new Grand Avenue studio of artist Gennaro Garcia

By Geri KoeppelAugust 1, 2023

Garcia opened a new studio this year in central Phoenix, and like the artist himself, it’s unpretentious and not easily pegged.

Giving Tree Dispensary celebrates 10 years of breaking barriers in the Valley

By Geri KoeppelJuly 18, 2023

Arizona’s only female majority-owned cannabis company marks a milestone.

Shroom infusion: Arizona to spend $5 million studying magic mushrooms

By Geri KoeppelJune 20, 2023

The research could be ‘a stepping stone’ for legal psychedelics.

These 6 cocktails are perfect for summer sipping at Phoenix bars and restaurants

These 6 cocktails are perfect for summer sipping at Phoenix bars and restaurants

By Geri KoeppelJune 6, 2023

Cool off this summer with these six ice-cold, refreshing cocktails.

How Phoenix restaurants embrace people with autism as customers and employees

How Phoenix restaurants embrace people with autism as customers and employees

By Geri KoeppelMay 30, 2023

Across the Valley, restaurants are becoming more accommodating for neurodivergent people, in both providing employment opportunities and an understanding atmosphere for customers.

Harvest celebrates 10 years of cannabis consummation in Tempe

By Geri KoeppelMay 20, 2023

Harvest celebrates 10 years in Tempe with a smokin’ good time.

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How sommeliers, Arizona winemakers and new bars help Phoenix’s wine scene flourish

By Geri KoeppelMay 17, 2023

The wine scene in Phoenix has blossomed thanks to bars and bottle shops, a greater selection and knowledgeable staff helping people broaden their horizons.

First Sip: Take a walk on the wild side of wine at Sauvage

First Sip: Take a walk on the wild side of wine at Sauvage

By Geri KoeppelMay 15, 2023

Sauvage sets itself apart from other wine bars thanks to the owner’s passion for natural wines and its cozy setting in the historic Helen Anderson House.

This Outback Steakhouse manager won a top local food award. Meet Joey Carzo

This Outback Steakhouse manager won a top local food award. Meet Joey Carzo

By Geri KoeppelMay 10, 2023

After receiving 82 nominations, Joey Carzo of Outback Steakhouse in Surprise was named restaurant manager of the year, prevailing over more than 200 other candidates for the honor.

Why Phoenix’s formerly named Pueblo Grande Museum is now called S’edav Va’aki

Why Phoenix’s formerly named Pueblo Grande Museum is now called S’edav Va’aki

By Geri KoeppelMay 8, 2023

City-owned and operated Pueblo Grande Museum changed its name on March 24 to S’edav Va’aki Museum to more accurately represent the heritage it preserves and to recognize the living cultures and homelands of the Native peoples who have inhabited the land for centuries.

How Intimacy Coordinators Make Phoenix Stages Safer for Race Issues, Sex Scenes, and More

How Intimacy Coordinators Make Phoenix Stages Safer for Race Issues, Sex Scenes, and More

By Geri KoeppelApril 25, 2023

The theater can tackle some pretty heavy issues. Intimacy coordinators are here to help.

Carefree Restaurant Pizzicata Named Arizona’s First Certified Pinseria

Carefree Restaurant Pizzicata Named Arizona’s First Certified Pinseria

By Geri KoeppelApril 25, 2023

After selling their restaurant in Italy, this family moved to Arizona and started making pinsa. Now, they’ve been recognized by the Authentic Roman Pinsa Association.

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Immerse Yourself in the Culture and Food of Africa and the Diaspora at Latha

Immerse Yourself in the Culture and Food of Africa and the Diaspora at Latha

By Geri KoeppelApril 21, 2023

Latha, the newest restaurant to open in Heritage Square, serves seasonal dishes with local ingredients based on historical recipes from Africa, the Caribbean, Brazil, and the southern U.S.

No ‘Paws’ in Service After La Gattara Cat Cafe’s Founder Passes the Torch

No ‘Paws’ in Service After La Gattara Cat Cafe’s Founder Passes the Torch

By Geri KoeppelApril 20, 2023

Although the founder of La Gattara Cat Cafe downtown has bid adieu, the nonprofit is going strong and has plans to expand its services to help cats and cat owners in the community.

Fueled by Love and Tacos, This Local Food Truck Serves Good Eats Only

Fueled by Love and Tacos, This Local Food Truck Serves Good Eats Only

By Geri KoeppelApril 17, 2023

They fell in love thanks to a shared passion for food. Now, this couple is serving scratch-made Mexican recipes from their food truck.

60 Food Trucks Park in Peoria This Weekend for Foodstock

60 Food Trucks Park in Peoria This Weekend for Foodstock

By Geri KoeppelApril 10, 2023

Food trucks serving everything from birria to cupcakes are rolling into Peoria this weekend for the annual Foodstock festival.

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