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Super Star Car Wash continues expansion

After a successful year of expansion, Super Star Car Wash says by the end of the year, 72 locations will be in operation across four states.

They recently opened a location at 3006 N. Scottsdale Road.

The Arizona-based car wash operator, backed by TSG Consumer Partners (TSG), has set its sights on expanding to more locations in Arizona and beyond as they recently opened locations in Scottsdale, Jacksboro, Texas and Casa Grande.

The most exponential growth has occurred in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex as a result of a recent acquisition of eight Wave Wash locations to add to their current roster for a total of 17 express car washes in DFW.

“While our growth plans are quite aggressive, we look forward to our continued expansion to not only better serve the needs of our customers, but establish ourselves as a pillar in the community through strategic partnerships and philanthropic support,” says Jonathan Kierman, executive vice president of Super Star Car Wash. “We can’t wait to welcome customers new and old to our new locations so they can experience the Super Star difference.”

Looking to 2023, Super Star expects to keep the momentum up with more locations expected to open in the new year, most notably in Colorado, which would expand their growing footprint in the fifth unique market for the company.

In addition to location expansion, Super Star looks to expand its partnerships and support of local nonprofits. The company holds partnerships with the Arizona Diamondbacks, San Diego Padres, Grand Canyon University and Arizona Cardinals along with nonprofit

beneficiaries like Big Brothers Big Sisters. They recently donated $20,000 to big Brothers Big Sisters in support of their programming.

Info: superstarcar washaz.com

HMA Public Relations hires Rayna Burgett

Rayna Burgett has joined the Scottsdale Airpark’s HMA Public Relations as an account coordinator. As a part of the account ser vices team, she will support a variety of clients’ communica tions needs including media relations, social media and community relations.

Prior to joining HMA, Burgett held the roles of communications manager, public relations intern and communications intern. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from the University of Southern California Annenberg School for Communica

Rayna Burgett has joined the Scottsdale Airpark’s HMA Public Relations as an account coordinator. (HMA/Submitted)

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tion and Journalism in May 2021, with a focus on public relations.

Burgett also appeared on the dean’s list all four years of her academic career, which recognizes students who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher on 12 units or more of letter-graded coursework and received numerous awards from the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society that recognizes college students across the nation who are in the top 20% of their class.

Burgett also served as editor and writer for University of Miami Distraction Magazine, a student-run publication showcasing the culture of the student body, as well as writer and graphic designer for University of Southern California Roski Mag, an online publication that recognizes student art and design work.

“We are excited for Rayna to bring her insights to the team and the future she holds at the company,” says Abbie S. Fink, vice president/ general manager.

Info: hmapr.com

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop expands in California

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, which is headquartered at 9332 Rain tree, Suite 120, unveiled its newest franchisee in Hungry Hospitality.

The brand, led by the father-son team of Woody and Jason DeMayo as well as Jason’s lifelong friend and colleague Eli Illishah, takes im mediate ownership of Mr. Pickle’s Fresno restaurant, which is located at 7967 N. Blackstone Avenue.

It has plans to open 20 locations across Los Angeles and the Fresno/ Bakersfield areas over the next seven years.

“This is a full-circle moment for Eli and me,” says Jason DeMayo, chief executive officer of Hungry Hospitality. “Growing up in the Bay Area, I distinctly remember Eli telling me when we were kids that one

day we would own a sandwich shop together. All these years and a million twists along the way, that is exactly what we are doing on a massive scale.”

Though Jason DeMayo grew up in hospitality thanks to father Woody — a veteran of Carl’s Jr., Wing Stop and other restaurant entities over the past five decades — the University of Oregon music major’s focus was music much of his life until the onset of the pandemic. In fact, Jason DeMayo still heads Street Joy, a band that has put out albums and played on major stages including South by Southwest.

“While working in music most of my career, I did dabble in hospitality while living in Southern California prior to COVID-19,” says Jason DeMayo. “When the pandemic hit, I began working with my father’s restaurants as a stop-gap but fell in love with it. Eli, who worked in acting for years prior, was ready to make a move as well, so we put wheels in motion the past several years to align with my father and take the next steps with a brand that we personally love.”

Illishah is a long-time fan of the brand, while Jason DeMayo was introduced to by way of new Mr. Pickle’s chief executive officer Mike Nelson, a veteran of Carl’s Jr., Wing Stop and Subway who worked with Woody DeMayo for decades.

“Since 1995, Mr. Pickle’s has been a premier full service-sandwich shop specializing in innovative sandwiches, salads and catering,” says Nelson, a long-time customer. “During its first three decades, thanks to its company culture, incredible recipes and all its fans, the brand grew from one to 56 locations across northern California. We look forward to growing in partnership with Hungry Hospitality and fellow franchisees over the next several years as we move toward nationwide expansion.”

According to Jason DeMayo, the brand is unique in that it doesn’t turn to big-box vendors for its core ingredients, instead partnering with artisan bakers, regional farms and ranches to source its products.

“You will not see 6-inch and footlong options from us, more specialty breads than uniform options,” says Nelson. Each Mr. Pickle’s restaurant is focused on quality and will feature

all the most popular hot and cold sandwiches, notably the Mr. Pickle, which is chicken breast, bacon, Monterey jack, avocado and the works as it relates to veggies; the Santa Maria tri-tip, which is actual tri-tip sourced from the Santa Maria region topped with specialty barbeque sauce and the works; and Big Jake, a turkey sandwich with cream cheese, avocado and the works. The brand now also has two new sandwiches of note. The first is Listen Linda, named after Nelson’s wife of 36 years. The second, honoring his business partner Dean Johnson’s wife, is the Della’s Deli.

Info: mrpickles.com

Forbes Refrigeration purchases property in Scottsdale

Forbes Industries (Forbes Refrigeration) has purchased a commercial condominium at 7291 E. Adobe Street, Suite 105, to serve as its headquarters.

The company purchased the property from the owner of Bell Union Auto Service and plans to grow its refrigeration business within the expanding North Scottsdale area.

“The seller of this property is a long-term client and decided it was time to retire and sell his business suite,” says Greg Hopley, executive vice president with Colliers in Arizona. “The asset suits the Forbes operation perfectly and enables the company to take over this move-in ready suite. Forbes Refrigeration will be able to start its operations immediately and take advantage of the incredible demographics in this dynamic area of Scottsdale.”

Hopley and Dillon Hopley of Colliers in Arizona represented SCSC Enterprises LLC, the seller in the transaction. Nicole Forbes of DPR Commercial represented Forbes Industries in the acquisition.

Forbes Industries paid $999,000 for the suite, which contains 2,713 square feet of space.

The property is in the Scottsdale Ridge Business Center, just off Scottsdale Road, north of the Loop 101 freeway.

Configuration of the suite includes 80% warehouse space and the remaining 20% includes reception, office, kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Forbes Refrigeration has taken occupancy of the property.

Forbes Refrigeration is a family-owned and -operated company that was founded five years ago. Donnie Forbes is a third-generation specialist in commercial and residential HVAC & refrigeration.

He owns the company with his wife, Nicole, who handles sales, marketing and administrative work for the operation. They are high school sweethearts, having met at Chaparral High School in Scottsdale. The company plans to expand within the growing Scottsdale marketplace. Forbes Refrigeration helps local restaurants, bars, business owners and homeowners with all of their cooling needs.

They also handle preventative maintenance on every form of HVAC unit big and small, coupled with extensive expertise in refrigeration such as ice machines, walk-in and wine cellars.

2022 WM Phoenix Open, Thunderbirds raise $10.5 for charity

The Thunderbirds – hosts of the WM Phoenix Open Presented by Taylor Morrison – say the 2022 edition of “The People’s Open” raised more than $10 million to be awarded to Arizona charities.

Mr. Pickle’s offers a variety of hot and cold sandwiches. (Dennis Murphy/Contributor)

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This marks the fifth time in tournament history The Thunderbirds and the WM Phoenix Open have raised more than $10 million in charitable dollars in a single tournament.

“Our Arizona communities coming together to promote and rally behind this world-class event means so much to us and the hundreds of charities and non-profit organizations it supports,” says Michael Golding, current Big Chief of The Thunderbirds. “We are extraordinarily proud of the $10 million raised for Arizona charities during a major bounce back year for us, which positively shows the commitment and togetherness of WM and the PGA TOUR, as well as our incredible fans, sponsors and volunteers.”

The Thunderbirds and the WM Phoenix Open have now raised more than $110 million since 2010 when WM was named title sponsor, and in its 87-year history has raised more than $176 million for Arizona charities.

“Congratulations to The Thunderbirds for once again raising the charitable giving bar and helping hundreds of Arizona’s charities through the WM Phoenix Open,” says WM President and CEO Jim Fish. “As we approach our 14th year as title sponsor of this PGA TOUR event, we are proud of the significant positive results this tournament has delivered for communities and the environment.”

The announcement was made at Hospice of the Valley’s new Dementia Care and Education Campus, a project that officially opened in April. The $150,000 grant from Thunderbirds Charities will support

the Art and Activity Rooms at the Adult Day Club.

“The generosity of The Thunderbirds and Thunderbirds Charities makes a huge and lasting impact on families who need help navigating the challenging dementia journey,” says Debbie Shumway, Hospice of the Valley’s executive director. “Together, we are enhancing quality of life, supporting family and professional caregivers, and providing education and training to help our whole community ‘live well’ with dementia.”

The 2023 WM Phoenix Open is February 6 to February 12 at TPC Scottsdale. “The People’s Open” has been named the Tournament of the Year by the PGA Tour four times. The 2023 edition will mark the 88th playing of the event (one of the five oldest events on the PGA TOUR) and the 14th with WM as title sponsor.

Info: wmphoenixopen.com

The Thunderbirds visit Hospice of the Valley’s new Dementia Care and Education Campus, a project that officially opened in April. The $150,000 grant from Thun derbirds Charities will support the Art and Activity Rooms at the Adult Day Club. (Thunderbird Charities/Submitted)

After a record year, WestWorld seeks continued growth

Scottsdale’s WestWorld has long been a center of equestrian activity in the southwest, a home for horse shows and competitions.

Thanks to major investments in recent years and an intentional push to land more, new and bigger events, WestWorld enjoyed another record year.

The venue has evolved from a humble collection of outdoor equestrian arenas called Horse man’s Park when it opened in the early 1980s. WestWorld’s modern era began with its 2014 expansion, when 300,000 square feet of joined, climate-controlled event space was built around the longstanding Equidome arena.

Among many nationally recognized events that call WestWorld home and produced by longtime partners: the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show and the Sun Circuit Quarter Horse Association; each contributed toward the cost of the center’s $51 million expansion.

During the past year, more than 70 events at WestWorld spanned 579 event days at the facility, attracting 500,000 people for an array of vastly different activities and attractions, everything from a sewing expo, the Abilities Expo for the disability community, fitness and powerlifting competitions, equine, car and motorcycle events along with the city’s annual indoor/outdoor 4th of July celebration.

“Scottsdale represents the full appeal,” says WestWorld Director Brian Dygert. “A big, top-rate, flexible facility supported by an incredible team in a great location with world-class amenities all around. That combination is why we have been able to pull events from California, Nevada, Texas and other parts of the country – what we offer here just can’t be beat.”

This steady increase in activity is achieving the desired results on the bottom line. Prior to its expansion, WestWorld often ran at a financial deficit. That was changing for the better when the pandemic interrupted, but in the past two years, the facility has achieved financial balance with direct revenues exceeding operating costs. For fiscal year 2021/22, direct revenue is estimated at more than $6.5 million, the highest in WestWorld’s history.

WestWorld’s full economic impact is far greater than its direct financial balance. A 2019 study by ASU’s W.P. Carey School of Business estimated that activity generated at and around the venue creates annual total financial impact at more than $111 million in Scottsdale, and nearly $184 million in Maricopa County.

These positive financial trends are expected to continue as WestWorld’s reputation as a year-round event venue of limitless possibilities grows.

A perfect example of the venue’s ability to attract new users is WestWorld’s growing relationship with the National Reined Cow Horse Association. The NRCHA signed a three-year contract to host its DT Horses Western Derby in Scottsdale.

In June (previously a down time for WestWorld), the NRCHA Western Derby welcomed more than 1,400 entries and 800 horses, nearly a 30% increase in entries from the previous year. Attendees flocked to local hotels and restaurants — but also took advantage of WestWorld’s 400 full-hookup RV spaces on site.

The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona has presented the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show since 1955, and in recent years, they have added other national shows for breeders, youth and amateur riders. Other new equestrian events produced by different organizations have joined the calendar as well, featuring dressage, quarter horses and many other breeds and disciplines.

Although an equine facility at its core, WestWorld perhaps shines bright for the week in January when the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction takes center stage. The homegrown event has become an international attraction, made even bigger and better within the expanded footprint of the 300,000-square-

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have a child with cancer or another life-threatening medical condition.

foot Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center.

In 2022, Barrett-Jackson celebrated its 50th anniversary with its most successful auction ever, welcoming hundreds of thousands of guests, auctioning more than $200 million in collector automobiles and automobilia, and raising nearly $9 million for charity. West World and Scottsdale were in the spotlight for nearly 40 hours of television coverage.

What’s next?

With lessons from the past seven years in hand, a new WestWorld master plan is in the works that will strengthen the facility and how it operates, improve its ease of use and access, and address moderniza tion of its electrical, IT infrastructure, parking and wayfinding.

Scottsdale voters approved additional investment in the facility as part of a 2019 bond election, which will take the form of replacing barns originally built in the 1980s along with other improvements.

Looking ahead, the city is pushing toward even more synergy between WestWorld and new multiuse sports-fields being built adjacent to the 386-acre complex. The venues create a recreational and events core that makes Scottsdale even more attractive to big international events, small local sports tournaments and everything in between.

Info: westworldaz.com.

Wan Hai Lines donates to HopeKids Arizona

Wan Hai Lines Ltd contributed $125,000 to HopeKids Arizona to support the nonprofit’s mission of providing events for families who

This donation will allow over 1,500 local families the opportunity to attend several activities, including a weekend-long family camp in Payson, an overnight trip to experience the Polar Express, a private suite at Gila River Arena for upcoming concerts and a holiday shop ping extravaganza.

“Our ongoing program of events gives these families hope, something to look forward to rather than dwelling on a calendar full of clinic appointments, hospital stays and needle pokes,” says Andrea Lewis, HopeKids Arizona executive director.

“It is essential for these families to have the opportunity to spend quality time together in a safe and accepting environment where kids that are bald, in a wheelchair, have an oxygen tank or a feeding tube are not stared at but feel like they belong.”

Many families served by HopeKids are impacted financially by the medical bills and miscellaneous economic costs that coincide with caring for a child with a life-threatening illness. They often must endure extra transportation costs, out-of-town treatment, eating out, missed time at work and sometimes one parent even has to quit their job to care for their child. When faced with this type of high-stress environment, planning and allocating funds toward social activities is a necessity that can get pushed aside. Donations from corporate sponsors like Wan Hai Lines make these events possible.

“Wan Hai Lines is known for its philanthropy worldwide, and we want to continue representing that reputation here, in Arizona, where our company is headquartered,” says Tenny Hsieh, president of Wan Hai Lines (USA) Ltd. “Supporting children is a very dear cause to Wan Hai because they are the world’s future. Our company is honored to partner with HopeKids to provide experiences for children that will give them hope for a brighter tomorrow.”

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WHO’S the BEST?

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The people have spoken… It’s the Best of Scottsdale Airpark!

Best of Scottsdale Airpark DINING

1. BEST RESTAURANT

North Italia

15024 N. Scottsdale Road 480-948-2055 northitalia.com

Located in Kierland Commons, North Italia restaurant serves tasty Italian food with only the freshest ingredients. Guests can select from a scrumptious menu of handmade pasta, pizza, salads, sandwiches and more. As a special treat, be sure to try the daily pizza option with ingredients chosen exclusively by the chef. A variety of wines, beer and house-made cocktails are also available to enjoy.

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Flo’s Asian Cuisine 15027 N. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-661-8883 madebyflo.com

Liberty Station 20825 N. Pima Road 480-278-7044 libertystationtavern.com

2. BEST NEW RESTAURANT

Etta Scottsdale Quarter

15301 N. Scottsdale Road 480-939-4444 ettarestaurant.com

Located in the Scottsdale Quarter, Etta is a

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neighborhood restaurant that serves up de lectable wood-fired food. Chef Danny Grant peppers each menu with his favorite seasonal dishes that are expertly crafted alongside his culinary team. Choices include pizza and warm focaccia, seasonal salads, family-style shared pig and lobster picnics and more. Be sure to try the wood-fired chicken served with hearth drippings, potato puree, herbs and lemon.

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I Heart Mac & Cheese

16500 N. Scottsdale Road 480-454-3287 iheartmacandcheese.com

Birdcall

7204 E. Shea Boulevard 480-681-1060 eatbirdcall.com

3. BEST BUSINESS LUNCH

The Capital Grille

16489 N. Scottsdale Road 480-348-1700 thecapitalgrille.com

The Capital Grille strives to give guests an upscale, elegant and welcoming experience. With an incredible menu including dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood and salads, there is some thing for everyone. The steaks are meticulously dry aged on premises for 18 to 24 days to achieve incomparable flavor and texture. Be sure to try the porcini rubbed bone-in ribeye with 15-year aged balsamic or the seared tenderloin with butter poached lobster tails. They also have an extraordinary selection of world-class wines.

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Grassroots Kitchen & Tap 8120 N. Hayden Road 480-699-0699 grassrootsaz.com

North Italia

North Italia

15024 N. Scottsdale Road 480-948-2055 northitalia.com

4. BEST CASUAL DINING

Liberty Station

20825 N. Pima Road 480-278-7044 libertystationtavern.com

Liberty Station is an American tavern and smokehouse serving up locally sourced and fresh American comfort food. The menu has plenty of delicious options available, including appetizers, sandwiches, pasta, salads, seafood, steaks and chops. Many of their high-quality meats from Creekstone Farms are smoked on custom-made equipment displayed on the west side patio of the restaurant. They also have a bar that serves vintage cocktails, local craft beers and a variety of wine.

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North Italia

15024 N. Scottsdale Road 480-948-2055 northitalia.com

Breakfast Joynt

6245 E. Bell Road 480-664-9373 10101 E. Bell Road 480-443-5324 breakfastjoynt.com

5. BEST FINE DINING

Dominick’s Steakhouse 15169 N. Scottsdale Road 480-272-7271 dominickssteakhouse.com Dominick’s Steakhouse prides itself on creating an incredible fine dining experience with a luxurious atmosphere and exceptional meals. The menu features the highest-grade domestic Wagyu and USDA prime grade beef with all steaks cut in-house by the master butcher. They have large and small cuts, including an 8-ounce petite filet, the popular 12-ounce NY strip and the 22-ounce bone-in ribeye, to name a few. Do not miss the chef’s selection of seafood and shellfish at the raw bar, which features fresh oysters, shrimp cocktail and crab legs.

READER RECOMMENDED Mastro’s 15045 N. Kierland Boulevard 480-443-8555 mastrosrestaurants.com

Bourbon and Bones

4200 N. Scottsdale Road 480-629-4922 bourbonandbones.com

6. BEST ETHNIC FOOD

Nick’s Italian Restaurants

13910 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-314-9445 nicks-italian.com

Nick’s Italian Restaurants have been serving delicious Italian food for 15 years. With a menu boasting pasta, chicken, seafood, pizza and cal zones, there is surely something for everyone. Be sure to try the linguini melanzane made with sliced eggplant, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic and olive oil. They also have a variety of wine and beer options to complement the meal.

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Flo’s Asian Cuisine 15027 N. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-661-8883 madebyflo.com

Thai House 15577 N. Hayden Road 480-607-2214 thaihouse-az.com

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7. BEST GOLF COURSE

TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course

17020 N. Hayden Road 480-585-4334 tpc.com/Scottsdale

The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale is the PGA TOUR stop with the largest crowds of any golf event in the world, as shown with the WM Phoenix Open. The most recognizable hole on the course is the 16th hole that transforms into a party coliseum with 17,000 seats during tournaments. Guests can enjoy playing on the same course as their favorite professionals, as the Stadium Course is maintained to PGA Tour-quality standards year-round.

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Grayhawk Golf Club 8620 E. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-502-1800 grayhawkgolf.com

Talking Stick Golf Course 9998 E. Talking Stick Way 480-860-2221 talkingstickgolfclub.com

8. BEST PLACE TO BE PAMPERED

Bodify

7033 E. Greenway Parkway 480-530-0030 thebodify.com Bodify medical spa is devoted to one specialty at this facility, and that is CoolSculpting. By focusing on only this noninvasive fat reduction method, the team at Bodify has become expert at CoolSculpting techniques and applications to deliver superior results. The team has built a reputation for exceptional service by making sure that every client is well-informed, comfortable and relaxed.

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Green Lotus Skin & Massage

7335 E. Acoma Drive 602-516-4500 facebook.com/greenlotusmassageandskin

Uptown Medispa

7950 E. Redfield Road 480-483-4755 uptownmedispa.com

9. BEST EVENT VENUE

WestWorld of Scottsdale 16601 N. Pima Road 480-312-6802 westworldaz.com

Located at the base of the McDowell Mountains, WestWorld offers event planners boundless opportunities. The venue is home to the BarrettJackson Collector Car Auction, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show and the International Motorcycle Show, to name a few. The venue includes 300,000 square feet of climate-controlled event space, 16,000 square feet of additional conference, banquet and hospitality space, 12 acres of turf field, 11 equestrian arenas, 11,000 parking spaces and more than 470 RV spaces with power and water hookups.

READER RECOMMENDED Salt River Fields

7555 N. Pima Road 480-270-5000 saltriverfields.com

Scottsdale Gun Club 14860 N. Northsight Boulevard 480-348-1111 scottsdalegunclub.com

BEST STAYCATION

JW Marriott Desert Ridge 5350 E. Marriott Drive 480-293-5000

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The JW Marriott Desert Ridge is a luxurious resort and spa nestled within the Sonoran Desert. Amenities include three sparkling pools, private cabanas, 17 pickleball courts, two 18-hole golf courses, spa treatments at Revive and six restaurants. This AAA 4-Diamond hotel with 950 newly revitalized rooms is sure to give guests the staycation of a lifetime, all without any hassle.

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Fairmont Princess Resort 7575 E. Princess Drive 480-585-4848 fairmont.com

The Phoenician 6000 E. Camelback Road 480-941-8200 marriott.com

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11. BEST PLACE TO WORK

Discount Tire

20555 N. Scottsdale Road 480-308-0888 8799 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-607-6546 discounttire.com

Discount Tire is one of the world’s largest tire and wheel retailers, but it is also known for taking good care of its employees. They offer medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts and other benefits. Discount Tire believes that to have happy customers, they must have happy employees. They encourage employees to dream big and offer support resources to help them fulfill their dreams, personally and professionally.

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AZ Custom Hats 8240 E. Gelding Drive 480-434-5669 Commerce Bank of Arizona 16435 N. Scottsdale Road 480-253-4500 commercebankaz.com

12. BEST PLACE TO WORKOUT

Infinity Fitness 8698 E. Raintree Drive 480-948-3241 infinityfitnessaz.com

Infinity Fitness is an all-ages elite performance facility with a welcoming and nonjudgmental atmosphere. Certified coaches customize adult fitness classes around fitness levels and personal limitations, while youth classes are organized according to age, begin

ning at 7 years old. Be sure to note that they offer exciting boxing and cycling classes as well.

READER RECOMMENDED EOS Fitness 14843 N. Northsight Boulevard 480-661-1022 eosfitness.com

Mountainside Fitness 9375 E. Bell Road 480-502-2096 mountainsidefitness.com

13. BEST GOLF SHOP

Hornacek’s Golf 23587 N. Scottsdale Road 480-502-0555 hornaceksgolf.com

Family owned and operated since 1996, Hornacek’s Golf shop is the go-to spot for all golf needs. This deluxe golf shop has everything from shirts, hats, drivers, irons and more from top brands, including PXG. They also offer repair and angle adjustment services on clubs, club fittings, golf lessons and even have exciting indoor golf with simulators.

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The PGA Superstore 8740 E. Shea Boulevard 480-214-4350 pgatoursuperstore.com

2nd Swing Golf 9130 E. Talking Stick Way 602-834-3710 2ndswing.com

14.

BEST AUTO DEALERSHIP

Right Toyota

7701 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-771-6449 righttoyota.com

Right Toyota has a mission to provide amenities to guarantee customer satisfaction before, during and after the sale of great Toyota cars, trucks and SUVs. They have a wide selection of excellent new and used Toyota vehicles available for sale. They are also a full-service dealership with a service center that offers valuable services including repairs, regular maintenance and oil changes for all Toyota vehicles.

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Scottsdale Auto Group

16001 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-656-6660 scottsdaleautogroup.com

Bell Lexus

18555 N. Scottsdale Road 480-502-5000 belllexusnorthscottsdale.com

15.

BEST AUTO REPAIR

Heath’s Auto Service

7333 E. Butherus Drive 480-631-9581 heathsairportauto.com

Heath’s Auto Service has been serving Arizona for over 20 years and they have never stopped putting the customer first. The team of experienced technicians will go over exactly what needs to be done on a customer’s vehicle and how much it will cost. They provide professional and complete

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We further would like to recognize and honor our clientele for placing their trust with the Private Client Group and Frank Aazami. Our 2023 mission is to involve managing your entire real estate portfolio with our Top 100 Global Team.

Best Residential Real Estate AgentFrank Aazami

The W Group is comprised of a team of professionals who all share a common goal: to provide the utmost professionalism, integrity, and excellent service that our clients are accustomed to receiving. We are experienced knowledge brokers that work tirelessly to meet our client’s needs, which includes developing and maintaining relationships with other agents and brokerages, locally – nationally – internationally, to ensure our clients’ experience remains positive and seamless. We are thankful for the trust our loyal clients place in us and are committed to skillfully guiding them in achieving their vision.

- Lisa Westcott

auto repair services including brake installations, tire alignments, engine repairs, transmission repairs, oil changes, vehicle maintenance and suspension repairs.

READER RECOMMENDED

Greulichs 8423 E. Butherus Drive 480-483-2447 greulichs.com

Big Brand Tire & Service 9580 E. Raintree Drive 480-657-6656 bigbrandtire.com

16. BEST VINTAGE CAR SERVICE

Airpark Motorsports 7722 E. Gray Road 480-912-1186 airparkmotorsports.com

Airpark Motorsports specializes in realizing the full potential of vintage, collector and custom cars. The Borucki family team will treat and love their customers’ vehicles as their own and work with them to make their vehicle the best they can be. They offer dedicated services including expert mechanical repair, speed enhancements, modernizing and custom builds.

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Vintage Iron and Restoration 15931 N. 80th Street 480-922-2480 vintageironandrestoration.com

Cascio Motors 15776 N. 76th Street 480-205-5880 casciomotors.com

17. BEST LAW FIRM

Kierman Law

14362 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-719-7333 kiermanlaw.com

Founded by Allison L. Kierman, Kierman Law specializes in peace of mind and offers personalized service for clients needing legal assistance. Allison L. Kierman has practiced law in the Valley for more than a decade and focuses her practice on guiding families through wills, trusts, estate processes and probate litigation.

READER RECOMMENDED Rose Law Group 7144 E. Stetson Drive 480-505-3936 roselawgroup.com

K Durham Law, PLLC

141 E. Palm Lane, Phoenix 480-820-9090 kndlegal.com

18. BEST ACCOUNTANCY FIRM

Foley & Giolitto CPA PLLC

14300 N. Northsight Boulevard 480-998-4100

2022 BESTOF

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Foley & Giolitto CPA PLLC is a top-rated CPA consulting firm that provides elite tax and financial planning expertise and knowledge to clients. They implement customized guidance through the entire year, not just tax season, to optimize a client’s personal tax situation. They guarantee they care more about saving your tax dollars and improving your financial situation than anyone on the planet.

READER RECOMMENDED

Shayne R. Neuwirth CPA PLLC 10733 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard 480-393-0755 srncpa.com

Aspire Financial LLC 7575 E. Redfield Road 480-314-9393 aspirefinancialllc.com

19. BEST FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES

InReach Wealth Advisors 14500 N. Northsight Boulevard 602-825-3212 ameripriseadvisors.com InReach Wealth Advisors is a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC that specializes in financial advice based on clients’ goals and needs. They strive to help clients feel confident, connected and in control of their financial life. Areas of focus include retirement planning strategies, investment management, wealth preservation and charitable giving.

READER RECOMMENDED Rockefeller Capital Management 16220 N. Scottsdale Road 480-923-9105 rcm.rockco.com/legacyfamilywealth

Silverhawk Financial Group 21090 N. Pima Road 480-296-0200 silverhawkfinancial.com

20. BEST INSURANCE AGENCY/ AGENT

Lisa Hodges - State Farm Insurance 14301 N. 87th Street 623-259-2991 insuredbylisa.com

Lisa Hodges opened her Scottsdale State Farm Agency in early 2022 to make the insurance process efficient and enjoyable for her clients. Free quotes are offered for all your insurance needs, including auto, homeowners, condo, renters, business and life. Her team looks forward to earning the opportunity to protect clients from life’s unexpected occurrences.

READER RECOMMENDED

ECA Financial Services - Lisa Martin

7025 N. Scottsdale Road 602-852-5215 ecafinancial.com

Brad Dunlap - State Farm Insurance 7949 E. Acoma Drive 480-661-0801 braddunlapinsurance.com

21. BEST BANK/FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

Commerce Bank of Arizona 16435 N. Scottsdale Road 480-253-4500 commercebankaz.com

Commerce Bank of Arizona believes a better banking experience starts with them and our readers agree. Commerce Bank of Arizona has experienced professionals who provide services to take care of all clients’ business and personal banking needs. They offer checking accounts, savings accounts, home mortgage loans, credit cards to name a few. They are especially dedicated to helping Arizona’s small businesses succeed.

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Western State Bank 7001 N. Scottsdale Road 480-596-0883 westernbanks.com

First Fidelity Bank 16435 N. Scottsdale Road 602-912-5555 ffb.com

22. BEST RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AGENCY

The W Group - Lisa Westcott 18801 N. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-229-3455 thewgroupaz.com

Lisa Westcott’s team at The W Group are all about hard work and professionalism when it comes to residential real estate needs. Westcott and her team are equipped with decades of experience to negotiate the most profitable sale for clients’ homes or help them locate their ideal new home. When partnering with The W Group, clients will enjoy impeccable customer service and extraordinary attention to detail.

READER RECOMMENDED

Alan B Davis – Realtor 7749 E. Camino Del Monte 602-421-1101 facebook.com/alanbdavisrealtor

North & Co. Real Estate 15551 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 602-714-7000 northandco.com

23.

BEST RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE AGENT

Frank Aazami - Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty 6900 E. Camelback Road 480-266-0240 russlyon.com

Frank Aazami is committed to delivering the ultimate level of service as a real estate profes sional. He dedicates himself to recognizing the needs and objectives of clients and then uses his negotiating experience and skills to give his clients an advantage. His commitment goes beyond the old standard of customer satisfaction to a new standard of customer delight that exceeds every expectation and, in the process, establishes lifelong relationships.

READER RECOMMENDED

Lisa Westcott - The W Group 18801 N. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-229-3455 thewgroupaz.com

Alan B Davis – Realtor 7749 E. Camino Del Monte 602-421-1101 facebook.com/alanbdavisrealtor

24. BEST COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE AGENCY

Shell Commercial 16410 N. 91st Street 480-443-3992 shellcommercial.com Founded by Randolph T. Shell, Shell Commercial is a diversified Commercial Real Estate Services Company that is known for providing success ful results for clients. Valuable services they offer include buyer, seller, landlord and tenant representation while also providing investment analysis and property management. The team at Shell is dedicated to give clients rapid and suc cessful objectives with every business transaction.

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Lee & Associates

3200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix 602-956-7777 lee-associates.com

Commercial Properties

8777 N. Gainey Center Drive 480-966-2301 cpiaz.com

25.

BEST COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE AGENT

Jim Keeley 8360 E. Raintree Drive 480-596-9000 colliers.com/en/experts/jim-keeley

Jim Keeley is the founding partner of the Colliers Scottsdale office and serves as its expert authorized broker. He is also the senior executive vice president for Colliers in Arizona with more than 40 years of industry experience as a sales leader, developer and real estate consultant. Keeley has earned respect as one of the top commercial real estate experts in the Scottsdale Airpark area and specializes in the sale and leasing of office, industrial and flex buildings, land and aviation properties.

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Randy Shell

16410 N. 91st Street 480-443-3992 shellcommercial.com

Jonathan Rosenberg

4414 N. Civic Center Plaza 480-947-0600 levrose.com

26. BEST PROPERTY

MANAGEMENT

Los Arcos Realty & Management 14415 N. 73rd Street 480-443-8287

Los Arcos Realty & Management is a commercial office and industrial leasing, sales and management service company. The team at Los Arcos is dedicated to finding the best space solution for companies. They specialize in services including, but not limited to, complete business relocations or existing lease contract renegotiations. As confirmed by our readers, Los Arcos Realty & Management can take care of all property management needs.

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Commercial Properties

8777 N. Gainey Center Drive 480-966-2301 cpiaz.com

Cross Commercial Realty 10601 N. Hayden Road 480-998-7998 crossrealty.com

27. BEST CONSIGNMENT

Avery Lane 15613 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-991-0700 averylanehome.com

Avery Lane has a 30,000-square-foot showroom to showcase a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind designer furnishings, antiquities and collectible art. They are rated one of the best consignment stores because they specialize in only designer brands and lightly used items. The team at Avery Lane strives each day to give their consigners and shoppers an incredible experience.

READER RECOMMENDED

Stevans

7995 E. Paradise Lane 480-607-0143 stevansaz.com Lost and Found 15530 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-588-7006 lostandfoundresale.com

28. BEST STORAGE

Public Storage

Multiple locations publicstorage.com

Public Storage is where our readers go when looking for an expert storage experience. They have plenty of storage options to choose from including self, business, climate-controlled and vehicle storage. The team at Public Storage is courteous and knowledgeable and ready to help with all your storage needs. Storage areas are available in a range of sizes, including 5 feet by 5 feet all the way up to 25 feet by 10 feet.

READER RECOMMENDED

StorQuest 9350 N. 94th Street 480-630-3513 storquest.com

Life Storage – Scottsdale

7245 E. Gold Dust Avenue 480-681-7913 lifestorage.com

29. BEST RETAIL SHOP (BOUTIQUE)

Airpark Consignment

7848 E. Redfield Road 480-951-7883 airparkconsignments.com Airpark Consignment has been in the resale

home furnishing consignment business since 2000 and is proven to be the place our readers like to shop. They have a constantly evolving inventory of furniture, home décor and art priced at well below retail. Customers find one-of-a-kind items, as well as brand names including Restora tion Hardware, Z Gallerie, Arhaus, Copenhagen, Pottery Barn, Crate & Barrel and West Elm.

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Kendra Scott 15147 N. Scottsdale Road 480-525-9265 kendrascott.com

Bikini Ranch Boutique 4413 N. Saddlebag Trail 480-264-4838 bikiniranchboutique.com

30. BEST HOME GOODS

Stone Creek Furniture 15505 N. Scottsdale Road 480-451-3100 stonecreekfurniture.com

Stone Creek Furniture has 31 years of experience building quality hardwood furniture and is Arizona’s largest furniture manufacturer. They specialize in offering furniture and kitchen cabinets directly to the consumer at factory direct prices. They have 35 fine finish colors and all the furniture they create includes hardwood construction and interlocking drawer box con struction with full extension ball bearing glides. They can also customize pieces to fit any space including home offices, home theaters, kitchen cabinets and bedrooms.

READER RECOMMENDED

Lost and Found 15530 N. Greenway Hayden Loop

Fine Furniture Consignment

Avery Lane

480-588-7006 lostandfoundresale.com

Airpark Consignment

7848 E. Redfield Road 480-951-7883 airparkconsignments.com

31. BEST HVAC

Arizona Air Experts

10645 N. Tatum Boulevard 602-253-6995 azacexperts.com

Arizona Air Experts technicians are the choice of our readers when it comes to staying cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The hardworking and honest team at Arizona Air Experts offer a range of vital services including repairs, installations and routine maintenance. They consider customers to be like family and make a point to treat everyone with the highest level of respect and importance.

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AC by J

7595 E. Gray Road 602-536-4088 acbyj.com

Larson Air Condition LLC 15475 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 480-428-0600 larsonairaz.com

32. BEST ROOFING

Cross Country Roofing crosscountryroofing.com

Cross Country Roofing is a veteran-owned, fullservice roofing business that specializes in com mercial and government work. Cross Country Roofing is certified with several manufactures in low slope and steep slope roofs to provide its clients with the best quality products and top-notch long-term warranties. Cross Country Roofing is proud to produce the best quality for all clients whether big or small.

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Circle G Roofing

7349 N. Paseo Del Sur 602-791-6415 circlegroofing.com

Triangle Roofing Company 9419 E. San Salvador Drive 602-843-7663 triangleroofing.com

33. BEST REMODELING COMPANY

California Closets Company Inc. 15551 N. Greenway Hayden Loop 623-434-8888 californiaclosets.com

California Closets Company Inc. has been creat ing quality custom storage options for more than four decades. They have built a reputation as a leader in premium and luxury space manage ment while delivering truly custom products and unparalleled service. They strive to help transform spaces and allow people to get more out of their homes.

READER RECOMMENDED Habitat Renovations 15125 N. Hayden Road 480-561-1185 habitatreno.com

Re-bath 7231 E. Shea Boulevard 480-400-8602 rebathandkitchens.com

34. BEST LUXURY GARAGE

Toy Barn Luxury Garage -TIE 7800 E. Greenway Road 480-419-0101 toybarnstorage.com

Toy Barn Luxury Garage is an upscale garage storage center with premium storage units avail able for individual ownership. The exclusive and accessible units are perfect for storing cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, jet skis and RVs. Access to common areas and a members-only clubhouse is included in storage unit ownership.

The Garages of Scottsdale - TIE 7400 E. Adobe Drive 480-292-2258

Opened in 2019, The Garages of Scottsdale is a high-end storage facility with 17 spaces for car enthusiasts and collectors to store their unique automobiles. The storage units are extremely sought after with a reputation on privacy and security and located just north of the Loop 101.

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The Autobox 15032 N. 74th Street 480-426-1905 autoboxaz.com

35. BEST HAIR SALON

Luxx Salon Suites

8889 E. Bell Road 480-630-6777 luxxsalonsuites.com

Luxx Salon Suites is a collection of luxurious salon suites with rich surroundings, windows, elegant cabinetry, chic designs and quarts countertops. As explained on their website, Luxx features 21 suites for hair stylists, massage therapists, estheticians, makeup artists, Botox professionals, nail technicians, eyebrow artists, barbers, teeth whiteners, spray tanners and all professionals in

the cosmetology industry.

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V’s Barbershop 9397 E. Shea Boulevard 480-767-3443 vbarbershop.com

Rumors Salon

7001 N. Scottsdale Road 480-998-1888 rumorssalonaz.com

36. BEST DRY CLEANERS

Prestige Cleaners

13216 N. Scottsdale Road 480-998-8660 prestigecleaners.com

Since 1964, Prestige Cleaners has been provid ing expert garment cleaning services with exceptional customer service. They offer a variety of services including laundry pickup or drop off, wash-and-fold service, quality dry cleaning, wedding dress preservation along with tailoring and alterations. Customers can drop off or pick up clothing 24 hours a day with the specialized drop box and separate lockers.

READER RECOMMENDED

Rave Master Cleaners

8480 E. Butherus Drive 480-443-1005 ravefabricare.com

Mark’s Cleaners

7234 E. Shea Boulevard 480-948-4285 markscleaners.com

37.

BEST SENIOR/ASSISTED LIVING

Vi at Silverstone

23005 N. 74th Street 888-253-7406 viliving.com

When it comes to an incredible retirement, Vi at Silverstone has you covered. Vi at Silverstone welcomes guests to an inspired lifestyle in North Scottsdale with experiences that encourage discovery, activities that create social connect edness and countless opportunities to make new friends. Amenities include the beautiful Longview Garden, community spaces, dog park, putting course, movie theater, library, swimming pools, salon and spa.

READER RECOMMENDED

Maravilla Scottsdale

7325 E. Princess Boulevard 480-531-6269 srgseniorliving.com Sagewood Senior Retirement 4555 E. Mayo Boulevard 480-384-5800 sagewoodlcs.com

38.

Best of Scottsdale Airpark:

MEDICAL

BEST DENTIST

North Scottsdale Dentistry 21809 N. Scottsdale Road 480-900-4966 northscottsdaledentistry.com North Scottsdale Dentistry is passionate about taking the dread out of dental visits. By pairing homey comforts with spa-like luxury, they have created a refreshing dentistry experience. They offer all kinds of dental services including teeth whitening, crowns, routine dental care for adults and children, dentures, root canal therapy, implants and fillings.

READER RECOMMENDED

Rejuvenation Dental 8147 E. Evans Road 480-443-3552 dentalrejuvenator.com

Best of Scottsdale Airpark:

AVIATION

41. BEST HANGAR

Scottsdale Hangar One

15220 N. 78th Way 480-624-9000 scottsdalehangar1.com Scottsdale Hangar One was built in 2003 and became the world’s first hangar dedicated to private jets. The luxurious 130,000-square-feet gated hangar has world-class design elements and includes 50,000 square feet of tightly secured space for the jets. The hangar is located on 5.8 acres and offers convenient access to an 8,000-foot runway.

READER RECOMMENDED

Jet Aviation

14650 N. Airport Drive 480-866-8270 jetaviation.com

Atlantic Aviation 14600 N. Airport Drive 480-948-2400 atlanticaviation.com/location/SDL

42.

BEST FLIGHT SCHOOL

Scottsdale

Executive Flight Training

Raintree Dental Care 9304 E. Raintree Drive 480-551-9900 raintreedental.com

39. BEST FAMILY PRACTITIONER

Dr. Paul A Babey 6501 E. Greenway Parkway 480-948-9903 4cmedicalgroup.com Dr. Paul Babey of 4C Medical Group is an experienced family physician who has practiced medicine since 1991. He prides himself on helping his patients reach their personal health goals. Years of experience has given him an extensive background in diabetes management, geriatrics, pediatrics and sports medicine.

READER RECOMMENDED

Grayhawk Family Practice 10051 E. Dynamite Boulevard 480-473-7003 grayhawkfamilypractice.com

HonorHealth Medical Group 7400 E. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-324-7000

15290 N. 78th Way 480-614-1166 scottsdaleflighttraining.com Scottsdale Executive Flight Training is the place to go for future pilots to fly Cessna, Cirrus and Piper aircraft. They also have training programs to become a commercial pilot and a certified flight instructor. Flight Instructors not only prepare students of all levels for their pilot certificates, but also conduct flight reviews, proficiency checks and ground training sessions.

READER RECOMMENDED

Flightworks 8014 E. McClain Drive 480-305-0911 flightworksscottsdale.com

Sierra Charlie Aviation 8014 E. McClain Drive 480-474-4115 sierracharlieaviation.com

43. BEST PRIVATE JET

JSX

2700 E. Old Tower Road, Phoenix jsx.com

At JSX, they have redesigned air travel by offering the convenience of private travel at nonprivate rates. They take the hassle out of traveling by offering private terminals, jets with 30 seats with business class legroom, free snacks and drinks, two free checked bags and contactless check-in. Guests can avoid the traffic and airport madness when they fly exclusively among the private ter

honorhealth.com

40. BEST PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeons

15757 N. 78th Street 480-498-8023 scottsdaleps.com Established in 2015, Scottsdale Plastic Surgeons offers the best plastic surgery procedures in Arizona. The facility allows for private patient consultations and all procedures are done in the on-site surgical suite. They offer surgical proce dures on the nose, face, neck, breasts and body as well as laser skin resurfacing, Cellfina cellulite re duction treatment, dermal fillers, wrinkle-reducing techniques and collagen induction therapy.

READER RECOMMENDED

Dr. Paul Holden

15757 N. 78th Street 480-498-8023 scottsdaleps.com/dr-paul-k-holden

Natural Results Plastic Surgery 7930 E. Thompson Peak Parkway 480-418-5300 naturalresultsaz.com

minals and go from parking to take-off in minutes.

READER RECOMMENDED JetLinx 14901 N. Airport Drive 480-636-8045 jetlinx.com

Ion Jets 14700 N. Airport Drive 855-435-9466 ionjets.com

44. BEST HELICOPTER SERVICE

Western Sky Helicopters

7305 E. Greenway Road 480-416-6415 westernskyhelicopters.com

Western Sky Helicopters serves the Scottsdale area with extraordinary helicopter tours and cus tomizable charter flights. They have professional FAA-certified pilots with more than 60 years of combined flight experience and a top-tier Robin son R66 helicopter with air conditioning, leather seats for four passengers, bubble windows and a large space for baggage. They even have a 14 CFR Part 135 certification that allows them to pick passengers up from one location and drop them off in another.

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H5 Helicopters 16114 N. 81st Street 480-607-3400 h5helicopters.com

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All items in the store have been donated to support Bridging AZ Furniture Bank

Located at the corner of Granite Reef and McDonald Drive

Volunteers and donations welcome Located at the corner of Granite Reef and McDonald Drive All items in the store have been donated to support Bridging AZ Furniture Bank

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No Wok in the Park

YC’s defies challenges to open new store

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

The pandemic was tough for restaurants, and Geoff Stanisic can attest to that.

The owner of build-yourown stir-fry concept YC’s Mongolian Grill says he is grateful that the industry has returned to some semblance of normalcy.

“We’re just very grateful,” Stanisic says.

“A lot of establishments didn’t make it out of COVID. We had some minor setbacks, but we circled the wagons and we’re growing again.”

His “minor setback” was the bank ruptcy of the Scottsdale Pavilions location near Salt River Fields. His other restaurants survived Gov. Doug Ducey’s pandemicdictated closure of restaurants and buffet restaurants.

In October, he brought his flavorful bowls back to Scottsdale when he opened a new store at 14850 N. 87th Street, near Raintree Drive and Loop 101.

“People’s dining habits changed,” he says. “In Tempe, there were no students. In Chandler, there were no movie theater patrons. Scottsdale was all entertainment driven. We didn’t know what was going to happen with COVID. Nobody did. We had to shutter those. Now, when we reopened, we’re less reliant on any one type of demographic.

“We have to be able to draw in business

people and residential guests. This location is the perfect fit for all of them. In the last week, I’ve met so many people at the Scottsdale store who said they had driven from Scottsdale all the way to (Gilbert/ Mesa) for our food. I had no idea. I was awestruck by the amount of people who made the trek.”

YC’s Mongolian Grill Scottsdale fea tures the restaurant’s signature small, large and unlimited bowls with flavorful, world-inspired sauces including Calcutta curry, spicy Thai, curry-yaki and spicy black pepper. Guests are encouraged to pack their bowls full of fresh veggies, rice, noodles and sauces to customize their bowl experience. Each bowl is then stir-fried by a YC’s chef on the restaurant’s signature flat-top grill.

“What separates us are our noodles,” Stanisic says.

“You don’t know why you like our lo mein noodles, but we hand steam them. Most places, whether it’s Mongolian barbecue or others, will boil noodles. We steam. It’s much more time consuming and labor intensive.”

The noodles absorb the flavor from the sauce and the grill, while with boiled noodles, it just runs off.

“Our lo mein noodles don’t have the glisten of moisture, but that’s because they’re absorbing all the sauce,” he says. “They’re in that absorbent stage.”

YC’s Mongolian Grill has been a locally

owned and operated Valley staple for more than 30 years, opening its first location in Tempe in 1991. He has already purchased space for his next location: Downtown Phoenix behind The Vig on Fifth Avenue.

“It’s a 1913 home that we’re going to keep historic in the front and we’ll put the kitchen in the back,” he says.

“It’s a new feel for us. It’s more of a neighborhood place. Folks near there, they don’t drive. They walk their dogs, ride their bikes. Kids take their scooters.”

A graduate of Catalina High School in Tucson and the NAU, Stanisic would love to expand throughout the state, but he has bigger priorities.

“I’m still a dad,” he says. “My kids are 14 and 15. My kids need a dad at home, more than they need a restaurant. Plus, opening this restaurant was not easy, especially during this supply-chain era.”

YC’s Mongolian Grill

14850 N. 87th Street, Suite 140, Scottsdale 480-590-5479

752 W. Elliot Road, Tempe 480-777-2929

4770 E. Ray Road, Suite 101, Gilbert 480-457-8681

ycs-mongoliangrill.com

REMEMBER When Flashback 2022-23

What’s new, different, gone and coming soon

By Joan Fudala

Despite another year of COVID-19 impact, we’ve adapted to a “new normal,” got boosted and emerged from isolation. In contrast to 2020/2021, this past year seemed to boom with restaurant, retail and business openings, with lots more on the horizon.

Tourism rebounded; volunteers were welcomed back to their posts. Life is good! Here are just a few things new, different, gone or coming in our dynamic and ever-adapting city. Enjoy all Scottsdale has to offer, stay safe and healthy—and shop/dine local.

New Restaurants

• Clever Ramen at SkySong

• Forno 301 on Thomas Road

• BEG Bakery & Creamery on 68th Street

• Buzzed Bull Creamery on Camelback

• Call Her Martina Barra + Cocina on Camelback

• Cala at Senna House on Camelback

• Chickadees in Old Town

• JT Prime in Old Town

• Grindhouse Espresso Bar in Old Town

• AZ Stronghold Vineyards in Old Town

• Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Old Town

• Pokitrition on Via de Ventura

• Buddha’s Ritual on 92nd Street

• Press Coffee and Rockefeller at The Village on Hayden

• Gastromé at Gainey Ranch

• Gordo’s Tacos on Via Linda

• Birdcall on Shea

• Light Heart Coffee on Shea

• Fata Morgana on Mercer Lane

• The Mexicano on Cactus

• Santė in Kierland

• K-Scoop on Scottsdale Road

• Ginny’s Kitchen on Scottsdale Road

• Liz Modern Asian on Scottsdale Road

• Press Coffee at Northsight

• Culinary Gangster at Northsight

• YC’s Mongolian Grill at Northsight

• etta at Scottsdale Quarter

• Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls at Scottsdale Quarter

• Mama por Dios on Butherus

• Matty G’s Steakburgers and Spirits on Scottsdale Road

• Uncle Bear’s Grill Tap on Bell Road

• Paris Baguette and Hummus Republic at The Promenade

• Pitch at Cavasson

• Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream at Sonora Village/Hayden

• Chula Seafood at Hayden and Thomp son Peak

• Hashi Sushi on North Pima Road

• Hello…Indian Kitchen on North Pima Road

• Pescada at DC Ranch Marketplace

Tourism/recreation/sports

• Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson

• Touchstar Cinema to Sonora Village

• Privado Villas at the Fairmont Scotts dale Princess

• Sports betting via DraftKings at the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale

• Scottsdale Villa Mirage—a Hilton Vaca tion Club on East Princess Drive

• Comfort Suites at Talking Stick

• PopStroke golf experience at The Pavilions

• Exceptionally Scottsdale curated experiences

Retail/services

• True Salon on Bell Road

• Painted Tree at The Promenade

• Hickory Farms at The Promenade

• See’s Candies at The Promenade

• PW at The Promenade

• The Hockey Pro Shop on Northsight

• Scottsdale Meat Market on Northsight

• Altar’d State/Arula at Scottsdale Quarter

• Kittenish at Scottsdale Quarter

• Vans at Scottsdale Quarter

• Bad Birdie golf attire at Kierland Commons

• Allbirds shoes at Kierland Commons

• Interior Define at Kierland Commons

• Public Rec at Kierland Commons

• Nordstrom Rack at Desert Ridge

• Garage at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Hermes at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Balenciaga at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Louboutin at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Rothy’s at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Polestar electric vehicle showroom at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Cotton On at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Scotch & Soda at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• Wunderkind at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• The Wine Collective on Scottsdale Road

• Two Jayneebell Salons on Indian Bend and Legacy

• Erik’s Electric Bikes at Scottsdale/ Thunderbird

• Sephora inside Kohl’s at Northsight

• Petey’s grooming and pet supplies at Silverstone

• The Peak Wellness Spa at La Mirada

New Papago Plaza mixed-use development under construction on southwest corner of Scottsdale and McDowell roads. (Joan Fudala/Contributor)

Business

• Onsemi headquarters to near Loop 101/Chaparral Scottsdale

• Community Bank on Via de Ventura

• Gainey Business Bank on Scottsdale Road

• Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop has relocated its headquarters from California to the Scottsdale Airpark

• Early Warning Services (Zelle) headquarters on Pima Road

• Tequila Corrido

Education/youth

• Whiz Kidz Preschool on FLW

• State-of-the-art, renovated storytime SkyRoom at Civic Center Library thanks to the Friends of the Library and other donor

• The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation announced formation of the Taliesin Institute

Arts/culture

• Pinball Wizard public art installation on Stetson Drive

• Immersive art experiences at Lighthouse ArtSpace Phoenix in Old Town

• Mesquite Bosque public art at Bell94 Sports Complex

• Zischke Design Gallery and Café

• Erin Hanson’s OldTown gallery opened in Old Town

Health/wellness

• HonorHealth is leading the effort (along with the city) to get Scottsdale declared a Blue Zone Community that fosters healthy longevity

• 120-bed Via Linda Behavioral Hospital (HonorHealth/Univer sal Health Services) on the SRPMIC

REMEMBER When

• NOAH Cholla Health Center opened on McDowell at Pima Road

• Lymph Life opened on East. San Salvador

City

• Renovated Civic Center (Mall) debuts throughout winter 202

• New roundabout on Redfield Road west of Hayden

NOAH Health Care is opening on the southwest corner of McDowell and Pima Roads. (Joan Fudala/Contributor)

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• Bell94 Sports Complex

• DC Ranch Neighborhood Park dedicated

• New short-term rental regulations enacted

• Protect and Preserve Task Force to study financial sustainabil ity of preserving the city’s open spaces

• Taxiway A north & Runup Area improvement project at Scottsdale Airport (in time for event season)

• New annual program honoring veterans with banners along Drinkwater Boulevard during November

People in new places

• Dr. Eric Leshinskie is the new Scottsdale Community College president

• Lisa McNeilly fills the city’s new sustainability director position

• Marianne T. Bayardi was appointed Scottsdale’s presiding city judge

• John P. Dolan is the new bishop of the Phoenix Diocese

• Barry Graham was elected to the Scottsdale City Council in November to fill term-limited Linda Milhaven’s seat (Kathy Littlefield and Solange Whitehead retained their seats in the August primary election)

Other

• Scottsdale Memorial For The Fallen war memorial debuts January 14 behind the Scottsdale City Hall, honoring Scotts dale’s military killed on active duty

• Arizona’s minimum wage increases to $13.90/hour January 1

Different Restaurants

• Rhythm & Wine on Hayden/PP is now Jalapeno’s Ghost Kitchen

• Twisted Grove is now Collins Bros. Chophouse on Hayden

• La Torretta Restaurant has reopened in a new location at 14144 N. 100th Street

• Arcadia Farms on First Avenue is moving from its cottage into its adjacent event space

Tourism/sports/recreation

• Fiesta Bowl’s new title sponsor is VRBO, and the Fiesta Bowl parade is earlier this year, Saturday, December 17

• Papago Golf Club was renovated over summer

• Hilton Home2Suites at One Scottsdale

Arts/culture

• Several of the historic public art pieces have new locations around the renovated Civic Center

• Right Angle Variations has moved from westside of Civic Center to Bell94 Sports Complex

City

• Trees endangering power lines are being removed and replaced via the City-SRP Right Tree Right Place program

• City Manager Jim Thompson retired in October but continues in that position as a consultant

Education

• Kiva, Pueblo and Tavan SUSD schools are being modernized

• The former Supai Middle School on Continental Drive re opened as Tonalea Middle School

Business

• Atlantic Aviation is the new name of Ross Aviation fixed base operator at Scottsdale Airport

• Former Scottsdale firehouse 603 is home to Diversified Partners realty firm

Other

• The Saguaros is the new name of the Scottsdale 20/30 Club

Gone Restaurants

• Loyalty Restaurant and Lounge in Old Town

• New Wave Market in Old Town

• Super Chunk in Old Town

• Oregano’s on Shea

• Dog Haus at Scottsdale Quarter

• Blaze Pizza at The Promenade

• Subway at Hayden Peak Crossing

• Twisted Grove at The Mercado on Hayden

• Meat the Ball at The Promenade

• Barrio Cosita on Frank Lloyd Wright

• House of Tricks in Tempe Retail

• Office Max at The Promenade

Razed for redevelopment

• Arriba Mexican Grill at FLW/Loop 101

• Ladlow’s Fine Furniture/Kierland

• Strip mall on southwest corner of FLW and Scottsdale Road

Folks moving on

• Interim Scottsdale Community College President Chris Haines retired in January

• Mike Neely stepped down as Fiesta Bowl executive director

• Scottsdale City Council member Linda Milhaven will “term out” in January after 12 years of service

Other

• The idea of creating Scottsdale city council districts (nixed by Scottsdale City Council)

REMEMBER When

Sadly, we’ve lost

• Retired Scottsdale Water Dept. executive Len Dueker

• Civic leader/philanthropist Ellie Ziegler

• Harper’s Nursery entrepreneur/civic leader John Harper

• Scottsdale Western retailer Troy Murray

• Holocaust survivors/speakers Gerda Klein and Dr. Alexander White

• Retired Channel 12 news anchor Kent Dana

• Former Maricopa County District Attorney Alister Adel

• Scottsdale activist and nurse Darlene Peterson

• Scottsdale golf course designer Tom Weiskopf

• Civic leader Marilyn Armstrong

• Memorial to the Fallen and veteran advocate Jim Geiser

• Developer Von Dix

• Financial executive and civic leader John Miller

• Former Taliesin West leader and artist Susan Jacob Lockhart

• Civic volunteer Patti Hallstrom

• Interior designer Tony Sutton

• Developer Robert Flaxman

Coming soon/ongoing

Restaurants

• Popular Tucson restaurant eegee’s

• Ingo’s Tasty Food on Mayo Boulevard

• Federal American Grill on Mayo Boulevard

• Buck & Rider on Mayo Boulevard

• Maggiore Group’s Italiano at Shea/92nd Street

Tourism/recreation

• Caesars Republic Scottsdale hotel at Scottsdale Fashion Square

• SLS Scottsdale hotel in Old Town in 2024

• The Ritz-Carlton Paradise Valley set to open in fall 2023

• The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch is transforming its property and will be renamed The Scottsdale Resort and Spa

• Pickle and Social coming to The Sydney on 90th Street/Loop 101

• Scottsdale Historical Museum and its all-new exhibits

Retail/services

• Next phase of Scottsdale Fashion Square will renovate the south wing and add LifeTime luxury athletic resort

• Possible Walmart deliveries by drone in Arizona

• Changes to Scottsdale Towne Center to include apartments and smaller-scale retail

Events

• Super Bowl returns to the Valley in February

• Two USGA tournaments to Troon

Country Club in 2023

Business

• Mayo Clinic Phoenix Campus expan sion, including an Integrated Educa tion and Research building

• Banner Health Sports Medicine Scottsdale at Riverwalk on the Salt River PimaMaricopa Indian Community

• Jet Aviation FBO at SDL is constructing an 18,000-squarefoot hangar with completion set for the second quarter of 2023

City

• Five multiuse sports fields at the West World Sports Complex on Thompson Peak Parkway in 2023

• Ashler Hills Neighborhood Park in far North Scottsdale

• A dog park to Thompson Peak Park on Hayden

• A new indoor play facility at McCor mick-Stillman Railroad Park (with funding from the Scottsdale Railroad & Mechanical Society

• New Scottsdale Fire Department train ing facility underway on Stadem Drive

• Widening of Happy Valley Road from Pima to Alma School roads

• Widening of Carefree Highway to four lanes

• Miller Road will be extended north from Pinnacle Peak Road to Happy Valley

Caesars Republic Scottsdale Hotel is rising at Scottsdale Fashion Square. (Joan Fudala/Contributor)

REMEMBER When

Road

• Osborn Road improvements including a roundabout at Osborn and Miller Roads

Education

• Several Maricopa Community Colleges, including SCC, plan to begin offering four-year degrees in 2023

• ASU is considering offering a two-year Associate of Arts degree

• Building Six to SkySong: ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center

Arts/culture

• Scottsdale Rotary-sponsored Painted Stallions throughout Old Town

• Barbara Grygutis public art installation in the Drinkwater Boulevard underpass

• Facelift for Stagebrush Theatre on Second Street

Developments

• Museum Square at Marshall Way and Second Street planned

• New Papago Plaza mixed-use develop ment under construction that will include a Sprouts, SpringHill Suites, apartments and other retail

• The Palmeraie at Scottsdale and Indian Bend roads

• The Edge at Loop 101/90th Street

• The Miller apartment building on Miller/Sixth Avenue

• Gentry on the Green development on Camelback

• The Kimsey (redeveloped area including and adjacent to the historic Triangle/Butler Building)

• Marquee office building in Old Town

• Residential to Cavasson on Hayden at Loop 101

• The Quincy at Kierland

• Cadence Living’s Acoya Shea senior living community

• The Parque in the Airpark area

• Streetlights at One Scottsdale

• The Artisan Scottsdale

• Moderna Kierland

• High Street Residential at Gold Dust/ Scottsdale Road

• Optima at McDowell Mountain at Scottsdale Road/Loop 101

Other

• A Scottsdale version of Monopoly board game

• ADOT is planning to add lanes and other improvements along Loop 101 between Princess Drive and Shea Boulevard

• New Arizona Humane Society campus in Papago Park

• Upgraded exhibits in the Scottsdale Historical Museum when it reopens in January

Hot-button issues in 2022

• Western water shortages and voluntary conservation programs

• COVID-19 pandemic safety measures and getting boosters

• Impact of climate change

• Regulation of short-term rentals in Scottsdale

• Affordable and available housing

• Reproductive rights

• K-12 educational choice (vouchers)

• Dark money

• To add or not to add more apartments and condos in Scottsdale

2022 trends

• Scottsdale as the place for bachelorette parties

• Party pedal bikes throughout Old Town

• Lighting up buildings in honor of the Ukrainian flag

• Pickleball courts sprouting up everywhere

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DECEMBER 2022 Business Horoscopes

By Weiss Kelly, PMAFA

ARIES 3/21-4/20

Welcome to the last month of 2022. Shootings and political and social confrontations will con tinue. The last full moon of 2022 on December 8 suggests you address any correspondences and “should do’s” so you can enjoy the holidays. Watch your words. The last new moon of 2022 on December 23 tells you to focus on your job.

Personal power days: December 2, December 3, December 29, December 30 and December 31

TAURUS 4/21-5/20

There’s a lot going on behind the scenes this month. You’ll see a major change in your personal and financial worlds. Real estate, banking, food supplies, insurance and weather patterns are all in free fall. Learn that less is more between December 1 to December 20. The last new moon of 2022 on December 23 gives you a chance to restructure and rearrange personal plans and goals.

Personal power days: December 4, December 5 and December 6

GEMINI 5/21- 6/21

Take a quick weekend getaway. Support small business this month. With the sun entering Capricorn on December 21, you’ll need to focus on matters at home. Don’t worry, you’re not moving yet.

Personal power days: December 7 and December 8

CANCER 6/22 -7/22

Family motivates you and makes you feel secure. December’s energies emphasize family home issues and business services. Think twice about going overboard on everything. Expect to compromise on bills, debts and ownerships. You have the next six months to make adjustments and invest in family.

Personal power days: December 9, December 10 and December 11

LEO 7/23-8/22

The last two months may have brought

major decisions and happenings. Gratitude is not just a one-day thing. The good news is the last full moon brings a reality check. It also brings closure to important pending matters. A positive twist takes place toward the end of the month (third week or so) and personal enjoyment.

Personal power days: December 12 and December 13

VIRGO 8/23-9/22

Your work and family lives may become a bit complex. Work-related problems can be easily resolved by the first week. Health-related industries and concerns will be in demand and a high priority. Inflation is not short term. Shop, celebrate or travel with family. Underline December 18 to December 31.

Personal power days: December 14, Decem ber 15 and December 16

LIBRA 9/23-10/23

Expect many challenges to take you by surprise this month. Mars forces you to balance your words from December to mid-January. The transitioning Sagittarius sun on December 21 allows you to create your own enjoyment and opportunities. Put those out-of-control matters on the backburner. Focus on the season’s blessings.

Personal power days: December 17 and December 18

SCORPIO 10/24-11/21

Address any issues you ignored. Hold off making any rash or untimely decisions; it’s all about money. You’ll come up with a better solu tion. The new moon in late December moves in alignment. It’s a monetary/psychological game changer. It’s only money. Happiness is free and can be created.

Personal power days: December 19 and December 20

SAGITTARIUS 11/22-12/21

Respond to others’ demands. Prices will

increase, which hits hard bringing a sudden change. Review plans or matters you’ve been ignoring, including your social contacts. Think ing of studying for a higher position? Expand your horizons while you can. Rules are made to be broken. The new moon on December 21 shuts the door to the past.

Personal power days: December 21 and December 22

CAPRICORN 12/22-1/19

You may have to try harder if you want things to run smoothly. Conflicts and family morals will alter the next few months. If an agreement has not been met, consider it a blessing. Priorities can be set aside until midJanuary. Put a little fun in your life December 21 to December 31. The hard times are fading.

Personal power days: December 23 and December 24

AQUARIUS 1/20-2/18

Your personal life will see some changes, possibly before the end of the year. Business motivates you, but don’t make any rash moves, such as a relocation or change of job. Why? Because Mars is a communication sign and takes a little more time to respond. The last week of December, network, attend new venues and expand your learning ability.

Personal power days: December 25 and December 26

PISCES 2/19-3/20

Goodbye 2022. What a bad year. Come out of your comfort zone with the full moon and you’ll have a new sense of reality. One of your more progressive cycles begins on December 1. Our country remains in transitory mode, as intense events continue to bring conflicts. Expect the new year ahead to resolve or aggressively address social and economic plagues. Healthrelated fields will be in demand the weeks ahead.

Personal power days: December 27 and December 28 