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Mike Madriaga

Mike Madriaga

Mike is a writer, photographer, videographer, reporter, social-media editor, and video editor. In 2017-2021, his Mike Madriaga byline was attributed to over 400 articles worldwide.

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A young woman behind turntables.

Phoenix teenager is one of city’s top lowrider scratch DJs

By Mike MadriagaJuly 17, 2024

“This is definitely a male-dominated industry, but times are changing,” says DJ Nina G.

Enjoy Colombian cuisine at this restaurant and mini-mart in Mesa

Enjoy Colombian cuisine at this restaurant and mini-mart in Mesa

By Mike MadriagaJuly 9, 2024

The mom-and-pop restaurant sells empanadas, arepas and other tastes of Colombia.

Where to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day in Phoenix

Where to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day in Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaJuly 5, 2024

National Fried Chicken Day is July 6. Phoenix restaurants are ready for the crispy, crunchy holiday.

Taste flavors of the Philippines at new Phoenix restaurant Tambayan

Taste flavors of the Philippines at new Phoenix restaurant Tambayan

By Mike MadriagaJune 21, 2024

From family kitchen to food truck, Tambayan now has a brick-and-mortar restaurant.

5 siblings serve their mom’s recipes at this West Valley pho shop

5 siblings serve their mom’s recipes at this West Valley pho shop

By Mike MadriagaJune 14, 2024

As the second generation steers Pho 43 into the future, they ensure their mom’s legacy lives on.

Meet the duo behind Roosevelt Row’s new hot dog shop

Meet the duo behind Roosevelt Row’s new hot dog shop

By Mike MadriagaJune 11, 2024

RoRo Dogs serves specialty hot dogs, root beer floats and more in downtown Phoenix.

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How a childhood love of cooking turned into 10 years of Pita Bistro success

How a childhood love of cooking turned into 10 years of Pita Bistro success

By Mike MadriagaJune 4, 2024

The Tempe-area restaurant serves flavors from the Middle East with an Arizona twist.

With recipes straight from Sonora, Ta’Carbon opens third Valley taco shop

With recipes straight from Sonora, Ta’Carbon opens third Valley taco shop

By Mike MadriagaMarch 18, 2024

Meet the team behind Ta’Carbon, a growing local chain that serves some of the best carne asada in Phoenix.

Food items at Bang Bang.

Bang Bang brings sushi, Asian-inspired cocktails and house music to Tempe

By Mike MadriagaFebruary 26, 2024

Originally from San Diego, Bang Bang has landed in Tempe with sushi boats and DJ sets.

A vintage car painted purple and orange.

Meet the creators of ‘El Valle,’ the Phoenix Suns’ hot new lowrider

By Mike MadriagaDecember 8, 2023

How Chandler car customizer Efrain “Bugs” Gonzales and his team turned a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air into a Suns-themed masterpiece.

Los Compadres serves the flavors of Mexico. Meet the women running the restaurant and market

Los Compadres serves the flavors of Mexico. Meet the women running the restaurant and market

By Mike MadriagaOctober 18, 2023

Margarita Palomino and Erica Pinzon do it all. Together, they run Los Compadres Carniceria in Avondale, a restaurant, grocery store, market and butcher.

Jeepney Guy rolls around the Valley serving flavors of the Philippines

Jeepney Guy rolls around the Valley serving flavors of the Philippines

By Mike MadriagaOctober 2, 2023

Chef Dennis Villafranca grew up eating lumpia and lechon. Now, he’s bringing the flavors of his childhood to the Valley.

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This Chandler ramen restaurant now serves a taste of Hawaii

By Mike MadriagaAugust 8, 2023

Two chefs have come together to serve Hawaiian dishes and Japanese classics at their Chandler restaurant. Here’s what to expect.

This Phoenix Music Fest Offers Tacos, Tequila, Hip-Hop, and Weed

By Mike MadriagaApril 7, 2023

B-Real from Cypress Hill is headlining a first-of-its-kind event in the Valley.

Musical Duo Black Violin Brings Classical Boom to Mesa

Musical Duo Black Violin Brings Classical Boom to Mesa

By Mike MadriagaMarch 16, 2023

The combination of classical music and hip-hop will take center stage this weekend.

Jake Plummer Goes From ‘Grumpy Mudge’ to Fungi Fanatic

By Mike MadriagaFebruary 21, 2023

The former quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals and Arizona State is roaming the Valley to talk about the healing powers of functional mushrooms.

Phoenix’s Pot Industry Is Hiring, From Budtenders to Cultivators and Food Service Veterans

By Mike MadriagaFebruary 21, 2023

The cannabis industry offers a wide range of job possibilities, including budtender, marketing, cultivation, and human resources.

Watch Fast and Furious Cars Compete in This Weekend’s Drift Competition in Chandler

Watch Fast and Furious Cars Compete in This Weekend’s Drift Competition in Chandler

By Mike MadriagaJanuary 20, 2023

Local drifters will duke it out at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park.

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Dine on Dim Sum this Lunar New Year at a Classic Chinese Restaurant in Metro Phoenix

Dine on Dim Sum this Lunar New Year at a Classic Chinese Restaurant in Metro Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaJanuary 18, 2023

Eating dim sum over the Lunar New Year is thought to bring fortune and a prosperous year ahead.

How a Dispensary and a Phoenix Taco Maker Gave Away 1 Million Free Tacos

How a Dispensary and a Phoenix Taco Maker Gave Away 1 Million Free Tacos

By Mike MadriagaJanuary 17, 2023

The free taco service started in 2017 when Mint Cannabis opened its Tempe dispensary.

Cannabis Consumers Soak Up the Artistry at This ‘Heady’ Glass Showcase

By Mike MadriagaJanuary 12, 2023

Hendy’s Heady Holiday offered about 30 glassmakers and other vendors for a showcase built for cannabis consumers.

Six Ways to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Metro Phoenix

Six Ways to Celebrate Chinese New Year in Metro Phoenix

By Mike MadriagaJanuary 11, 2023

Usher in the Year of the Rabbit with one of these local celebrations.

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