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Gratifying Grains lives up to its name BY ALISON STANTON
Sundried tomato and caramelized onion bread, perfect for sandwiches or toasting with a little butter. Tender and moist toasted coconut scones. Streusel muffins, featuring cinnamon, sugar and toasted pecans layered in and on top of a sour cream coffee cake batter. These are just a few of the many types of baked goods that are available at Gratifying Grains in Chandler. Betsy and Megan Moore, a motherdaughter team, are co-owners of the bakery, which opened in April 2012. Betsy says they regularly feature seven yeast breads—full-sized loaves with 16 slices each—and seven mini sweet breads that measure 3 by 6 inches in size. All of the breads are free of preservatives, Betsy notes. “We also have a variety of muffins and scones we change each day we are open,” Betsy says, adding that the Streusel muffin and toasted coconut scone are especially popular with customers. The recipes that Betsy and Megan use at Gratifying Grains began as unique family recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. “My daughter Megan is the fifth generation to make the Swedish Rye in our family,” Betsy says. “I grew up watching my mom shape the loaves of cinnamon bread and distinctly remember the wonderful
aroma of the bread baking. In addition, everything is made by Megan and me and we bake everything fresh the same day we sell it.” Customers who wish to place a special order are welcome to call or email the bakery at any time, Megan says. “We usually only need 24 hours advance notice for orders,” she says. Looking ahead to the future, Betsy says she hopes to add more wholesale clients. “We would love to have our bread used in restaurants and for sale in grocery stores,” she says. Megan says she is looking forward to hiring additional employees to help sell bread at farmers’ markets so she and her mom can concentrate even more on baking. For now, Betsy says one of the things she enjoys most about her work is meeting the customers who come into the store, as well as the people she and Megan met when they were part of the Chandler Farmers’ Market this spring. “I love our ‘regulars’ who come each week for their favorite bread,” she says, adding that she also enjoys giving out samples. “That’s the only way you will know if you like the bread. We have had such a good response from people who have tried our bread.” As for Megan, she says she especially
appreciates having the opportunity to use the bakery’s industrial kitchen space to experiment and come up with new recipes. “I also love getting to work elbow to elbow with my mom, and learn all of each other’s habits and pet peeves, but especially being able to strengthen our relationship.” Gratifying Grains is located at 3029 N. Alma School Rd., Suite 127, in Chandler. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, call 480-789-9567 or visit gratifyinggrains.com. Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.
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Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert among best New Belgian Ranks in top 10 for Arizona hospitals waffle varieties at IHOP Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers are ranked among the best hospitals in Arizona for 2013-14 by U.S. News & World Report. The annual U.S. News Best Hospitals rankings recognize hospitals that excel in treating the most challenging conditions. Chandler Regional was ranked overall as No. 6 in Arizona and the No. 5 hospital in the Phoenix metro area, with special recognition in the areas of cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery, geriatrics, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, pulmonology and urology. Mercy Gilbert placed as the No. 9 hospital in Arizona and No. 7 in the Phoenix metro area, specializing in gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery, nephrology, pulmonology and urology. “It’s an honor to be recognized for our efforts in additional
specialties,” says Tim Bricker, president and CEO of Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert Medical Centers. “It’s our commitment to outstanding patient care and satisfaction that continues to help us earn these rankings.” U.S. News evaluates hospitals in 16 adult specialties and acknowledges them for their high performance and quality care. Most specialties rank in the nation’s top 50 hospitals alongside other high-performing hospitals. “A hospital that emerges from our analysis as one of the best has much to be proud of,” says Avery Comarow, U.S. News Health rankings editor. “Only about 15% of hospitals are recognized for their high performance among their region’s best. Just 3% of all hospitals earn a national ranking in any specialty.” For more information, call 877-728-5414 or visit ChandlerRegional.org and MercyGilbert.org.
Tempe cinema completes digital conversion New state-of-the-art digital projectors equipped with digital sound are the standard at Pollack Tempe Cinemas, 1825 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe. According to Michael Pollack, owner of Mesabased Pollack Investments and Pollack Tempe Cinemas, the $400,000 digital transformation is partly due to a mandate by the movie industry forcing independent movie theaters across the country to convert from film to digital by this fall. “The industry has gone digital and we have to keep up,” says Pollack. “Moviegoers will get an even better movie-going experience when they come to Pollack Tempe Cinemas.”
Pollack Tempe Cinemas will also upgrade its six theaters this fall, one screen at a time, with modern ultra-deluxe high back rocking seats. The new seats will be fully installed by the end of the year. The theater also now accepts Visa and MasterCard. Pollack Tempe Cinemas is the home of the $3 movie, $2 Tuesday movie and a showcase for life-size standup wax figures of the stars. To learn more about Pollack Tempe Cinemas or to view movie listings at the theater, visit pollacktempecinemas.com or call 480-345-6461.
Breakfast lovers are in for a new treat at of IHOP Restaurants as it introduces the “Sweet Cream Topped Waffle,” which will be available through Sun., Sept. 8. It can be ordered as a separate menu item, or as a half waffle with one of IHOP’s two-egg any-style made-toorder combo breakfasts. “Waffles have always been an important part of the IHOP heritage and as we’ve done with our Brioche French Toast and Signature Pancakes this year, we’ve found a way to bring this beloved favorite to a completely different level,” says Natalia Franco, an IHOP spokeswoman. Sweet cream flavors include berries and cream, cherries and cream and bananas and cream. There are IHOP locations at 935 W. Elliot Rd., Chandler; 920 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert; and 3495 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert. For more information or to find a nearby IHOP restaurant, visit IHOP.com.
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Enjoy a weekend of luxurious pampering Amazing Women’s Expo for all ages Shopping, wine tastings, facials, spa treatments, makeovers, book signings, giveaways and vendors showcasing their products will be at the Amazing Women’s Expo, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat., Aug. 17 and Sun., Aug. 18 at the Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. Keynote speakers are celebrities Catherine Anaya, a three-time Emmy Award-winning television news anchor for CBS 5 News in Phoenix, and Erika Frantzve, Janice Hurley-Trailor, Debbie Allen and Jennifer Maggiore, who include a magazine columnist, a motivational speaker, a marathon runner, founder of Sisterhood of Super Women and Miss Arizona 2012. They will offer empowering, inspiring and uplifting messages to women, while showcasing their businesses and charities and offer book signings from their individual exhibit pavilions. Monica Spannbauer, from season 16 of “The Bachelor,” Eric Martsolf from “Days of Our Lives” and Booboo Stewart, star of the “Twilight Saga” series and newest cast member of the “X-men: Days of Future Past,” will all host meet-and-greets on Saturday and Sunday for a limited time during the show.
Explore your passion “Arizona’s Amazing Women’s Expo is a weekend of retail therapy, luxurious pampering and exploring your own passion in a boutique style atmosphere,” says Kathy Hulin, expo executive director. “We are proud to offer our Arizona Women’s Expo to the Valley and support our own Erika Frantzve’s charity—Everyday Heroes Like You.” Sponsors are SRP, My 103.9, Leave No Stone Unturned, Arizona’s Real Country 96.3 and Independent Talk radio KFNX 1100. Monti Carlo, radio personality from My 103.9 and a contestant on “Master Chef,” will broadcast live on Saturday from the show. Admission is $10. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Everyday Heroes Like You, a charitable organization that assists nonprofits throughout the country. For more information, call Kathy Hulin at 877-659-6633, email expo@ amazingwomensexpos.com or visit AmazingWomensExpo.com.
Gala is the best medicine
Laughter, illusion and magic are on the menu at the 10th annual Laughter is the Best Medicine Gala, 5:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 8 at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, 5594 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler. Proceeds from the benefit, dubbed “An Evening at Le Cirque,” will go to Chandler and Mercy Gilbert medical centers. For more information and to make reservations, call 480-728-3931 or visit laughterformedicine.org.
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AAA opens auto Chandler Boutique Aug. 3 repair shop in Chandler at Sol Yoga
Check out the Chandler Boutique from 4 to 8 p.m. Sat., Aug. 3 at Sol Yoga, 985 W. Chandler Heights Rd., Suite 2, and support Chandler businesses and entrepreneurs. More than a dozen local vendors will be at the free event, including It Works! Body Wraps & Facials, Creative Chaos blocks and gifts, Lovebug Children’s Accessories, Little Mrs. Craft Vinyl Designs, Sassy Threads…Diva in You, Thirty One! Gifts, FunKini, Origami Owl Jewelry, Mialisia Jewelry, Paparazzi Jewelry, Scentsy, Body Ornaments by Patricia, Bears & Honey Fabric Art, Dulce Silver Jewelry, Chair Massages by Sonja, Personalized Gifts by Anna, The Nest Home Décor and BeautiControl. For more information, call 480-8023774, email info@solyogaaz.com or visit solyogaaz.com.
A second AAA Arizona auto repair facility is open in Chandler, at 301 N. Arizona Ave. The new shop, renovated from a vacant auto repair building, is open to all motorists and not just AAA members. “The facility is in a great location, which created an ideal opportunity for AAA to convert existing infrastructure into our newest auto repair center,” says John Walter, director of automotive repair for AAA Arizona. “There are more than 70,000 AAA members in the surrounding area. We look forward to taking care of their car needs while delivering the quality service that AAA is known for.” The facility offers routine maintenance and full service auto repair and complimentary shuttle service. Discounts for AAA members include a 10% discount on labor and most packaged services. AAA Arizona is the Arizona affiliate of AAA, and provides automotive, insurance and travel services to more than 840,000 Arizona members. Hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To make an appointment, call 602-230-3690. For coupons, visit aaa. com/autorepair.
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The SanTan Sun News would like to welcome new area businesses or existing ones that may be new to our readers. Submit information about your business for a “Doing Business” mini-business profile in an upcoming issue of our publication, which is distributed to 38,000 homes, racks and boxes on the first and third Saturdays of the month. Please include all of the following items: Name of business, name of owner(s), how long the business has existed, specialty, unique features, hours of operation, address, telephone number, website, email address. Also include an at least 300 dpi photo of the business owner or logo. The sooner you submit the information to us, the sooner we’ll be able to profile your business, as it’s on a first-come, first-served basis. Email this information to Business@ SanTanSun.com or visit SanTanSun.com and click on the “Doing Business” form to submit.
Bliss Travel Service, LLC Owner: Dominique Barba, CTA How long in business: since January 2013 Specialty: Full-service travel agency, specializing in cruise and all-inclusive vacations. Unique features: “Bliss Travel Service makes your vacation planning easy. With all of the information on the Internet, it easy to get overwhelmed with the choices available. That is where my personalized service comes in. By asking certain questions, I can help you determine your ideal dream vacation. Then, I know just where to look to find the best value for your choice. I save my clients time, money, and am their strongest advocate with suppliers. I believe exceptional customer service is how I can earn my clients trust.” Hours: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; Saturday and Sunday by appointment Phone: 888-987-7333 Email: Dom@blisstravelservice.com Website: blisstravelservice.com
Gangplank panel discussion on Wednesday A free panel discussion moderated by Gangplank Chandler anchor Isha Cogborn of Epiphany Institute is noon, Wed., Aug. 7 at Gangplank, 260 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler. Panelists include Susan Baier
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A new way for clients to have easier access to services—especially as walkins—is announced by Luxe Salon & Spa, 2410 S. Gilbert Rd., Suite C-1, Chandler. The Luxe Spa Express Menu features waxing, massages or nail services in either 15- or 30-minute increments that can also be added on to other appointments. Luxe believes the express menu is perfect for clients who are already at the salon and want to add a quick
Two service organizations, Pio Decimo Center and Youth On Their Own, are receiving $275,000 to continue their missions, thanks to eegee’s, a 23-restaurant chain that specializes in, among other items, its signature-frozen fruit drink. The eegee’s Partners For Change 2013 donation is the largest amount collected in the 21-year history of the program. Each June, eegee’s offers a 12-item coupon card, valued at up to $72, for a $7 donation. All proceeds are donated to local charities selected by eegee’s. Pio Decimo Center, an agency of Catholic Community Services, focuses on strengthening families with financial education and matched savings for education, home ownership and small business; traditional housing for homeless families; affordable child care and early education; and youth programs. Youth On Their Own supports the high school graduation and continued success of homeless youth by providing financial assistance, basic human needs and guidance. “Pio Decimo Center is very grateful and blessed to have eegee’s support community causes and continue with this wonderful program, says Sister Betty Adams, Pio Decimo Center’s executive director. “The support we receive from our corporate partners, like eegee’s, allow us to continue our mission of educating
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‘Critical funding’ “We are dedicated to providing critical funding that support local charities and the incredible dedication and service they provide our community,” says Robert Jensen, eegee’s president. The company began in 1971 when Ed Irving and Bob Greenberg pooled their resources and bought a used vending truck, serving their lemon eegee’s drink in front of high schools, at sporting events and concerts. The vending trucks have been retired and eegee’s restaurants are now owned by the O’Connor family of CEO Foods Inc., but the family owned- and -operated tradition continues. To learn more about Pio Decimo Center, visit ccs-soaz.org/Pio-DecimoCenter.html. To learn more about Youth On Their Own, visit yoto.org. For more information about eegee’s Partners For Change program, visit eegees.com/ about/community. For more information about eegee’s, visit eegees.com.
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State of Arizona education on agenda Golf tournament next month Learn about the progress Arizona’s education systems have made at the Education Forum Breakfast sponsored by the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 7:30 a.m. Wed., Aug. 28 at 63 E. Boston St., Chandler. Registration begins at 7 a.m. John Huppenthal, state superintendent of public instruction, will talk about key issues and strengths of today’s education in Arizona. Huppenthal will lead the discussion, but will also be accompanied by Dr. Camille Casteel, with the Chandler Unified School District, Dr. David Schauer, with Kyrene School District, Dr. Kenneth Baca, with Tempe Union High School and Dr. Kristofer Sippel, with Learning Center Public Schools. Cost is $20 for members and $35 for nonmembers.
Golf every month Business golf is the first and third Wednesday of the month, where individuals can play nine holes of golf and build business connections. This month’s tee off is 7 a.m., Wed., Aug. 7 at the Ocotillo Golf Resort, 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr. A light breakfast is included. The fee is $29.
Take a swing Registration is underway for the 2013 Chandler Chamber Golf Tournament, presented by San Tan Ford on Fri., Sept. 6 at the Ocotillo Golf Resort, 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr., Chandler. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m., with registration and a continental breakfast beginning at 6 a.m. For more information, or to donate items for the tournament raffle, contact Brianne Marr at 480-963-4571 or brianne@chandlerchamber.com.
More events The next Start-up Lab will be 2 p.m., Tue., Aug. 6 and features hands-on use of computer station, provided through a donation by Hewlett-Packard Corporation, to focus on business problems rather than the software. The monthly Technology Corner Lunch Seminar series
topic is, “Cloud Communications,” 11:30 a.m., Thu., Aug. 8. The next Public Policy Committee program is 8 a.m., Fri., Aug. 9, and the topic is “Issues…Influence…Impact,” sponsored by Air Products and Chemicals.
Contact the Chamber The Chandler Chamber of Commerce is at 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201. Unless otherwise specified, for more information and to register for these programs, call 480963-4571, visit chandlerchamber.com or meetup.com/ ChandlerChamber.
Spend eight days in Southeast Asia A trip to Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi is departing Mon., Nov. 11 through Chamber Exploration, sponsored by the Gilbert and Tempe chambers of commerce. Highlights include Angkor Thom, Banteay Srei Temple, Angkor Wat (UNESCO), Mekong Delta Boat Trip, Thien Hau Pagoda, Ben Thanh Market, Reunification Hall, Old Quarter Cyclo Taxi Ride, Ho Chi Minh Memorial, One Pillar Pagoda, Seoul South Korea and optional Ha Long Bay overnight cruise-tour. Based on double occupancy, the eight-day inclusive group travel trip to Vietnam and Cambodia costs $2,999 per person and includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles, seven nights in first-class hotels, 11 meals, baggage and handling, professional English-speaking guides, motor coach transportation, admissions/sightseeing per itinerary and all taxes and fuel surcharges. Travelers interested in reviewing the itinerary and having questions answered can learn more at informative meetings scheduled for 6 p.m., Tue., Aug. 20 at a location to be announced and 6:30 p.m., Wed., Aug. 21, at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, 119 N. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert. Information is available at gilbertaz.com/vietnam.
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TV commercial showcases Chandler See Chandler on ‘Baseball Player University’
A commercial highlighting the City of Chandler is being shown on this season’s “Baseball Player University,” a weekly sports instructional show on the COX Channel, DIRECTV 686 and Dish Network 415 as well as nationally on FOX Sports Networks in various markets. The show teaches young players how to leverage life through the game of baseball. The commercial is a product of a joint partnership between the Chandler Chamber of Commerce and local multi-media company J2 Media. “The chamber couldn’t be more excited for this commercial to come out,” says Terri Kimble, president and CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. “Chandler has really made its mark and we want to showcase Chandler and all that we have to do here. J2 media has been so wonderful to work with and they created a commercial that really highlights Chandler.” “The chamber has been great about helping us make business connections, and in return, I’m able to help the chamber showcase Chandler on a national platform,” says Jason Heinkel, president of J2 media. “I know Chandler is a great place to do business, and it was a natural fit for my company to help promote that.” The Chandler Chamber and J2 media will continue to work together on projects and events for the near future. For a complete programming schedule and more information about “Baseball Player University,” visit bputv.com. For more information about the commercial, call 480-963-4571, email info@chandlerchamber.com, or visit chandlerchamber.com.
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Progressive sale on designer clothing Everything at My Sister’s Closet and Well Suited must be sold by 4 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 23 to make way for new fall looks. This includes designer clothing, handbags, shoes, hats, fine jewelry and accessories. From Mon., Aug. 12 through Wed., Aug. 14 everything is 20% off. Everything is 30% off from Thu., Aug. 15 through Sun., Aug. 18; 50% off from Mon., Aug. 19 through Wed., Aug. 21; and 70% off Thu., Aug. 22 through Fri., Aug. 23. Stylists will remove all the off-season looks from the racks and donate truckloads of clothing to various Valley charities. “This is one of the most exciting times of the year at My Sister’s Closet and Well Suited,” says sister and head stylist Tess Loo. “We start the progressive sale on Monday where the deals skyrocket over 12 days from 20 to 70% off.” The store reopens at 8 a.m. on Sat., Aug. 24 with the annual Fall Unveiling of new items. My Sister’s Closet is located at 2915 S. Alma School Rd. in Chandler. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information and a complete list of My Sister’s Closet and Well Suited locations, visit mysisterscloset.com.
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CORPORATE CHRONICLES Sharon Molitor, Bob Gallego, Joe Kittelson and Kevin Lum are 2013 Allstate Premier Agencies, recognized as business leaders and involved citizens in the Chandler area. Molitor is located at 2410 W. Ray Rd., Suite 3; Gallego is located at 3175 S. Price Rd., Suite 142; Kittelson is located at 1351 N. Alma School Rd., Suite 160; and Lum is located at 5055 W. Ray Rd., Suite 22. The designation is given to less than 38% of Allstate’s nearly 10,000 agency owners across the country and 26% of Allstate’s Arizona agencies. Info: allstate.com.
Rick Chase, chief administrative officer of regional overnight delivery company OnTrac, is elected to the board of directors of the Customized Logistics and Delivery Association. Chase has been with OnTrac since 1994 and manages special projects, such as acquisitions, market expansion, product development, litigation and independent contractor vendor development. OnTrac’s corporate headquarters are located in the Price Corridor at 2501 S. Price Rd., Chandler. Info: 800-334-5000, ontrac.com.
Chandler author pens ‘Cat House’
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A book written by Chandler resident and local real estate broker Marsha “MK” Sandoval, “Cat House: Adventures of a Real Estate Madam,” has been released. The author says the plot was inspired by real-life financial pressures and a snarky imagination. “As a real estate broker, I was struggling through the recession and joked about starting a call girl business for other broke agents after watching a special on television about a madam who had been arrested and only received a slap on her wrist,” she says. “I made this joke to an acquaintance who is a published author. He suggested I write the book, keeping it funny knowing millions were struggling just like me and would appreciate a good laugh at the end of a stressful day.” While Sandoval notes that “Cat House” deals with risqué subject matters, the book,
she shares, is about much more than the business of selling sex. “It’s not about a call girl business,” she says. “It is about the journey Niki takes to survive. Desperate people do desperate things, but those things can often lead to love, forgiveness and growth.” Sandoval has held a real estate license for 35 years. She lives in Chandler with her husband of 30 years. They share three children, one daughter-in-law, three grandchildren and a 5-pound Yorkie. Sandoval is at work on her second Niki Brooks adventure. The book is available through Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com, iUniverse.com and can be ordered through local book stores. For more information, visit adventuresofarealestatemadam.blogspot.com.
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