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Diarrhea Planet: Joke Name, Serious Rock Band

Everyone likes a good poop joke now and then -- but Nashville's Diarrhea Planet are quick to point out they are "not a joke band with a joke name. We are a very serious band with a joke name." The weird moniker was chosen as a "fuck you" to the...
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Quick PHX: Your Pocket Guide to Phoenix: Party

Other Quick PHX chapters: ART | SHOP | EAT PLAY If your idea of going out centers around your competitive edge, there are plenty of spots downtown where you can get your game on. The new Vig Fillmore offers free bocce courts and plenty of craft cocktails (named after downtown...
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The Perch Pub & Brewery to Open February 14 in Chandler

This Valentine's Day, Valley hop-heads will have one more reason to love the Valley's brew scene: The Perch. The new gastropub comes courtesy of craft beer aficionado James Swann, who has dealt in adult libations at spots like Chandler's SanTan Brewing Company (which he helped open), The Hungry Monk, and...
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Top 5 Places to Eat This Week in Metro Phoenix

Posh Tuesday, January 14 Chef Josh Hebert has been hosting late-night ramen pop-ups at his Scottsdale restaurant Posh for years. And if you're a fan, then you'll likely be happy to know he's turning the ramen thing into a weekly event. Beginning this Tuesday Posh will serve ramen and okonomiyaki...
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Pizza Me: Custom-Made Pizza Is Coming to McCormick Ranch in April

Scottsdale's McCormick Ranch neighborhood will get a new spot for personal pizza this spring. Called Pizza Me, the restaurant will offer personal pizza in a style similar to Chipotle. The restaurant will be located at 9619 North Hayden Road, on the southeast corner of Hayden and Mountain View roads. The...
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5 Gifts for the Craft Beer 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 Craft Beer Lover. So that special someone in your...
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Pony Tale: The New Pink Pony Misses the Point

The first time I visited the Pink Pony, following its floor­-to-­ceiling overhaul earlier this year, I was distracted. Where was the slightly shabby lounge singer, cracking us up with tacky renditions of ancient Pet Clark hits? The cozily dark bar, straight out of a 1930s Warner Bros. gangster film? Where...
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5 Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

We're already gathered up your best bets for Fourth of July pool parties, what shows to catch this First Friday, and where to ooh and aaah over fireworks this holiday weekend. From a birthday bash for Frida Kahlo to a local filmmaker showcase, here's what else to mark on your...
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Joyride Taco House Doesn’t Live Up to the Name

"Joyride" is a curious name for a restaurant, given that it is defined as "a fast and dangerous ride, especially one in a stolen vehicle." And when you account for the fact that Joyride Taco House is the latest venture from Upward Projects, the team behind Postino, Federal Pizza, Windsor,...
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The Craft

Something is definitely brewing in Scottsdale. Make that many things. Scottsdale Beer Palooza is a one-day celebration of all things ale. With beers from more than 35 different local and out-of-state breweries, guests can sample some of their favorite suds including Lagunitas, Phoenix Ale, San Tan, Nimbus, Four Peaks, Left...
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6 Fourth of July Pool Parties in Metro Phoenix

Around this time of year, you're probably wondering if it's only going to get hotter and more miserable. As y'all should know by now, it will, and there's little you can do about it (short of moving to another city) except try to keep cool when heading outdoors. And since...
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All Aboard Historic Bipolar Express

Beer: Bipolar Express Brewery: Historic Brewing Co. Style: Spice/Herb Beer ABV: 6.8 percent Come on, everyone! Hop aboard the Bipolar Express! Or don't. Whatever. I hate you. With so many new breweries entering the marketplace, the craft beer lover's experience is becoming increasingly marked by opposite extremes. These breweries are...
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10 Places to Party for Spring Break in Metro Phoenix

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Yes, we're aware that it's been in the low 80s lately and there is a greater chance of Aaron Carter and Hilary Duff getting back together than there is of Phoenix getting any snow. Get on our level. We're not talking about...
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Now Open: Chao Urban Asian Eatery in Chandler

Chandler has a new Asian fusion spot with a lot of Thai-influenced dishes and some great-sounding happy hour deals. Chao Urban Asian Eatery, which opened last weekend off Dobson and Germann roads, boasts a large, casual patio with fire pits for chilly winter dining and a full bar inside. We...
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10 Best Culinary Events in Metro Phoenix

You can bet a ticket to the nearly sold-out Devoured Phoenix Culinary Classic that as soon as we got our hands on a 2014 calendar we marked the dates for these ten events. The ones that have set dates already, that is. For the sake of fairness we didn't include...
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5 Best Places to Eat and Drink This Week in Metro Phoenix

Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain Tuesday, January 28 This week will be your last opportunity to get in on a pretty hot deal at Quiessence at the Farm at South Mountain. The first 12 people who mention a "Taste of Quiessence" when calling to make reservations on Tuesday,...