In spite of what feminist backlashers say, some women really can have it all. Take Cat Cora. The wildly successful chef blew away the culinary nation when she became the first female Iron Chef on the Food Network. The bright-smiled blonde (who’s a total knock-out) then snagged a book deal…
With all this SB 1070 tomfoolery, AZ needs as many Latino role models as it can get. We look to James Garcia. The university professor, journalist, playwright, and marketing/communications director for the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is also a columnist for Latino Perspectives magazine and the Arizona Latino affairs…
Now that I’ve fully recovered after the Hell Hike from a couple weeks ago, I’m finally emotionally ready to get back out on the trails.Not to mention, the weather’s cool spell this past weekend got me all fired up.Instead of risking my neck, I grabbed my hiking partner and opted…
When it comes to cheer, Smeeks candy shop knows what’s up. So if someone’s looking for holiday cheer, Smeeks is certainly worth a visit…or a photo shoot.Famous mommy blogger Stephanie Nielson thinks so, too. She suggested the sweet spot to celebrity lifestyle expert Matthew Mead, as the site for a…
You drive by a cool building and think, “Oooh, I wanna work there!”We’ve done it. A million times.Designer Jenny Poon felt the same way so she created CO+HOOTS. “It started because I was getting tired of working from home,” says Poon. “Being isolated and alone was stunting my creativity.” …
Being cutting edge is so exhausting, isn’t it? We feel your pain. Maintain your relevancy right through the weekend with this helpful list.Men of Playgirl Magazine @ Celebrity TheaterYou know, if Jackalope Ranch includes events like this, it’s only natural to cover this all-male strip show. Yes, on Friday, June…
(Note: This piece has changed from its original version.)Roosevelt Row’s street closures won’t happen in July and August — the two most miserable summer months. “The truth is that it’s too hot,” says Roosevelt Row Board member, Cindy Dach. “We as a Roosevelt Row board don’t want to put our…
Do you have five hours to kill? No?Well, you may want to set aside a big chunk of time for this shopping endeavor at Antique Gatherings. The enormous space is jam-freaking-packed with reasonably priced high-end antiques. On a recent trip, we spied everything from vintage designer shoes to authentic Native…
Typically, we think of a mid-life crisis as something only a man might experience. Therefore, typically, we’re sexist idiots. A woman can have a major freak out just as well as a man can, thank you very much. Sometimes, she can even do it better. See the shit hit the…
At the end of a yoga class, our instructor always tells us to come out of Savasana (corpse pose) by placing our left palm on “mother earth” to push ourselves into a seated position. While we appreciate the yogi’s effort, it sort of kills the mood when we realize that…
We tried to think of an angle for this piece that was female friendly. However, after twenty minutes of staring at a blank document, we’re giving up. This is your dream come true, fellas, as sickeningly hot women with enviable bodies and impossibly clean bikini lines will duke it out…
Since February, a group of artists in central Phoenix has hosted workshops, presentations, and art-making functions. They’re called the urban artists collective and their debut exhibition is up at Willo North Gallery until the end of July…
We’re going to let you in on a little secret: We love Portland’s on First Friday. Yes, we’ve fought the urge to keep the public from learning this little First Friday trick — it’s our job to do what’s best for our readers…
Embark on a culture blog and the sky’s the limit, right?I discovered this the hard way when I volunteered to write about a hike.I hiked Picacho Peak. And I cried. Four times.I know I sound like a big old wussy here, but, be warned: Picacho is not for the weak…
It’s going to be 110 degrees on Sunday. But we at Jackalope Ranch believe this sad fact shouldn’t keep us in all weekend. After all, it’s only going to get worse.Here’s the top 5 things to do before we hit the teens.Shakespeare at the BiltmoreThe problem with Shakespeare is that…
We happen to know an eight-year-old who would freak the eff out if she saw this new item at Red Hot Robot.It’s tough to say why kids go crazy for the Ugly Doll line of plush toys, action figures, notepads, books, and anything else you can think of. But they…
Remember when brunch first came on the scene? Back in those days, it was only Los Angeles assholes that “did brunch.” Now everybody does it. It has become a part of the weekend’s ritual for even the common folks. And with local restaurants like Carly’s Bistro serving a special menu…
When you’re an artist and you use light as a medium, things can get tricky. How does one control electromagnetic radiation anyway? Dan Flavin figured it out with his fluorescent light fixtures and James Turrell manipulates light by creating architectural space (yes, people, that’s what these artists are about). Local…
When you’re an artist and you use light as a medium, things can get tricky. How does one control electromagnetic radiation anyway? Dan Flavin figured it out with his fluorescent light fixtures and James Turrell manipulates light by creating architectural space (yes, people, that’s what these artists are about). Local…
It takes a certain breed to get into mountain biking. You must love the thrill of flying down bumpy trails lined with razor sharp rock edges and cacti needles. You have to enjoy tinkering with busted chains, sliced tires, and broken spokes. And, let’s not forget, you have to feel…
There’s magic at a dive bar dance night. First, strong drinks loosen you up quick. Second, super dinky size of the joint ensures the dance floor is filled. And, most important, you check pride at the door as soon as you walk into the bathroom. So when the beats compel…
We like to believe that every crafter, seamstress, and sharp shootin’ glue gunner in town has been to SAS at least once. If you haven’t, well, get with the program and be sure to keep it in mind for your next project…
