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The fifth-largest metro area, Greater Phoenix encompasses more than 20 cities and towns, including Scottsdale, Phoenix (which is the capital of the state), Cave Creek, Carefree, Paradise Valley, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and Glendale. Its nickname is the Valley of the Sun, bestowed in recognition of the average 300 days of sunshine the Valley—so called because the area lies in the Salt River Valley—enjoys each year. Metro Phoenix is known for its high-end spas, golf courses, restaurants, and of course, cacti and scenic views.

Northern Arizona includes cities such as Sedona, Flagstaff, Payson, Pinetop, and Williams. The area features the famous red rocks of Sedona, several mountain ranges—including the San Francisco Peaks—and the largest Ponderosa Pine forest in North America. Of course, it’s also the location of the famous Grand Canyon, as well as Monument Valley, Canyon de Chelly, the Painted Desert, Slide Rock State Park, Antelope Canyon, and Meteor Crater. Due to its elevation, Northern Arizona experiences more seasonal weather than the Valley of the Sun, often including heavy snow.

Skiing is a popular pastime.

There’s a lot of history to explore in Southern Arizona, from ancient ruins to abandoned mines to locales made famous during the Wild West days. Tucson is the region’s largest city, and is today filled with golf courses, spas, and a popular food scene. Tombstone and Bisbee are known for their Old West vibes, while Sonoita, Elgin, and Willcox are popular locations for wineries and distilleries. The area is also home to Tubac, Yuma, and Sierra Vista. Southern Arizona, which borders Mexico, tends to have a warm, dry climate.

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There’s a lot of history to explore in Southern Arizona, from ancient ruins to abandoned mines, to locales made famous during the Wild West days.

Tucson is the region’s largest city, and is today filled with golf courses, PHOTO BY ELEN_STUDIO/ADOBE STOCK

spas, and a popular food scene. Tombstone and Bisbee are known for their Old West vibes, while Sonoita, Elgin, and Willcox are popular locations for wineries and distilleries. The area is also home to Tubac, Yuma, and Sierra Vista. Southern Arizona, which borders Mexico, tends to have a warm, dry climate.

SOUTHERN ARIZONA ESSENCE SA24 SHAREABLE SCENERY PHOTO ESSAY Instagram-perfect locations.

SA30 SPIRIT OF THE SOUTH RAISE A GLASS Whiskies inspired by the Sonoran Desert.

BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

SA34 A FASCINATING HISTORY PLOT TWIST The tale of the historic Hotel Congress.

BY SUZANNE WRIGHT

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SA36 IT’S A GEM A NEW MUSEUM Exploring Tucson’s new gem and mineral museum.

BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

SA38 TASTING SUCCESS Q&A WITH SAM FOX The Tucson-born entrepreneur creates a culinary and hospitality empire.

BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

ON THE COVER Oil painting “The Survivor” by Tom Murray, a renowned classical Tucson landscape painter.

Tom Murray’s work can be seen at Jane Hamilton Fine Art, Tucson.

INSIDE COVER Photo by Isaac Arjonilla

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SOUTHERN ARIZONA ESSENTIALS SA57 DINING & NIGHTLIFE Places to go after the sun sets: venues with menus, cocktails, and good service.

GREAT GLIMPSES Natural and human-made postcard views.

SA41 SHOPS, GALLERIES & SPAS Boutiques, shopping centers and art galleries.

SA49 MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS

Destinations to explore independently or with a guide.

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Sights, sensations, and icons that epitomize life in Southern Arizona.

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Biosphere 2

Planet Earth’s 3.14-acre, glass-enclosed replica was constructed in the late 1980s and is best known for housing scientist-simulated ecosystems and famed lockdown experiments (1991-1993 and 1994).

Visitors continue to embark on daily tours to explore the five ecosystems while learning about experiments regarding future life on our planet.

32540 S. Biosphere Road, Oracle, www.biosphere2.org

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This is one of the largest aerospace museums in the world, and it displays over 400 historic aircraft and 125,000 artifacts. The property encompasses six hangars, 80 acres outdoors, and its very own restoration facility, where projects range from repainting to refurbishing some of the rarest aircraft in the world. Pima’s collection includes international examples of flight from every era in civil, commercial, military, and experimental aviation.

6000 E. Valencia Road, www.pimaair.org

Tombstone

Tombstone’s silver ore and “Wild West” persona first attracted visitors in the 1880s; today the dramatized re-creations of heyday thrills and skirmishes keep ’em coming. Watch actors portraying Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday as they dust up in front of historic facades, or take the state’s only silver mine tour, 100 feet underground. This is the location of the O.K. Corral, Birdcage Theatre, and Boothill Graveyard. www.cityoftombstoneaz.gov SA 16

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Wineries

Southern Arizona’s soil is ideal for grapes, as the numerous wineries throughout Sonoita/Elgin and Willcox demonstrate. Sonoita was Arizona’s first designated American Viticultural Area (AVA), and Willcox its second. Vineyards include Carlson Creek, Flying Leap Vineyards & Distillery, and Dos Cabezas WineWorks. The locally made wines have garnered international acclaim, awards, and even been served at the White House.

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Bisbee

Located 90 miles southeast of Tucson, Bisbee is where the past collides with the present. Incorporated in 1902, today it features a well-preserved, charming, early 20th-century downtown. Walk one of the 350 historic staircases, explore the Queen Mine, wander through art galleries, or hunt for ghosts at one of the rumored-to-be-haunted locales. www.bisbeeaz.gov

Tucson

The largest city in Southern Arizona, and the second largest in the state, Tucson was originally founded as a military fort in 1775. Today, it is a mix of Old World charm, historic locales, and modern innovations.

There are more than 40 golf courses; two of the top destination spas in the world; plenty of outdoor recreation; and, in 2015, it was the first American city to be designated a “City of Gastronomy” by UNESCO. It is also home to the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase, which draws an international crowd, as well as the University of Arizona. www.tucsonaz.gov SA 20

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Tubac

Just 50 minutes south of Tucson is the historic village of Tubac. It was established in 1752 as the first Spanish fort in Arizona, but now the town is largely populated by working artists. Numerous galleries— exhibiting everything from wood carvings to oil paintings—fill the quaint streets, and Tubac Center of the Arts features local and national art in all media. www.tubacaz.com

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A fusion experience, this locale is a zoo, botanical garden, art gallery, natural history museum, and aquarium. Explore more than 240 animal species, 1,200 different types of plants, a comprehensive mineral collection, art, and natural history exhibits on the 98-acre grounds.

2021 N. Kinney Road, www.desertmuseum.org

Kartchner Caverns

Discovered in 1974, Kartchner Caverns were withheld from public access for 25 years. Today, guests can explore 2.4 miles of passages via guided tours, and marvel at one of the world’s longest soda straw formations, helictites, waving flowstone, and the Kubla Khan—a formation that stands six stories tall.

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SHAREABLE SCENERY Amazingly Instagrammable spots in Southern Arizona

BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN PHOTOS BY ISAAC ARJONILLA

Grab your phone and get ready to snap away! These locations are magnificant— and perfectly Instagrammable.

Visit one of these spots or find any other favorites, take your own photos, and tag @ wherephoenix on Instagram for your chance to be featured on our social media or in our monthly magazine!

San Xavier del Bac Mission, Tucson.

Goddess of Agave mural on the Tucson Warehouse & Transfer Co. by Rock “Cyfi” Martinez, Tucson.

Opposite (clockwise from top left): Mural first painted in the 1980s by Martín Moreno with help from neighborhood youth, and recreated by him in 2011 at La Pilita Cultural Center, Tucson; homes in the Mercado District, Tucson; the 1969 Cactus Car at Tucson Botanical Gardens, Tucson; bandshell next to St. Augustine Cathedral, Tucson.

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Mt. Lemmon, Tucson.

Opposite (clockwise from top left): Fox Tucson Theatre, Tucson; neighborhood home in Barrio Viejo, Tucson; Mural

by Isaac Caruso on the side of La Suprema Works & Events in Barrio Viejo, Tucson; Downtown Tucson.

Stephen Paul, founder of Tucson’s Whiskey Del Bac.

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SPIRIT OF THE SOUTH Whiskies inspired by the Sonoran Desert come to life in Southern Arizona

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BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

Whiskey is having a moment in Southern Arizona. More than a moment, actually.

“The meteoric rise in craft distillers nationwide over the past 15 years, I think, inspired many of us to try our hand, as well,” says Stephen Paul, founder of Tucson’s Whiskey Del Bac. Paul got into the business thanks to an evening spent enjoying scotch alongside his wife, Elaine.

“In the simplest of terms, scotch is a malt whiskey made in Scotland, and in some regions is known for its peaty notes,” says Paul.

Back in the mid-2000s, Paul was in custom furniture design. He used mesquite wood in his work to showcase the native Arizona plant in new and different ways. The process often resulted in scraps of mesquite.

“We used them to barbecue, with me often joking we were watching our profits go up in smoke,” he says.

It was while drinking scotch and barbecuing over mesquite in 2006 that an idea struck—make a whiskey unique to the Southwest in style and taste.

“Elaine had the brilliant idea to malt barley, which is at the core of the whiskey-making process, over mesquite,” says Paul. “I went to work, eager to see if the idea was just wild enough to work.”

It was. Paul and daughter Amanda then methodically perfected their distillation process, resulting in several varieties by 2013.

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“We named our brand both to honor the nearby San Xavier del Bac Mission and three of the predominant cultures in the area,” says Paul.

“Whiskey is English, and ‘del’ means ‘of the’ in Spanish. ‘Bac’ is Tohono O’odham for ‘place where the river reappears in the sand,’ which they named for the surface water where the mission was founded.”

Today, Whiskey Del Bac is available in 16 states. The bustling distillery currently offers three primary varietals: Dorado, which Paul always calls “mesquited not peated” to help new customers make the flavor connection; Classic, a more caramel take to which regular whiskey drinkers are likely most accustomed; and Old Pueblo, an unaged, clear, mesquite-fired whiskey well suited for cocktails.

“We also have a limited-edition Distiller’s Cut, which is aged for the longest and bottled at cask strength,” says Paul, adding that those visiting Tucson can reserve both distillery tours and bottling experiences for a look at the ever-growing operation.

While it wasn’t inspired by a barbecue, Flying Leap Vineyards & Distillery began making whiskey thanks also to a unique inspiration.

Founded by a team of retired military pilots, Flying Leap operates wine and spirits production and cellaring operations in Elgin, just south of Tucson. They got into the whiskey business as a natural derivative of their wine and brandy production capacity.

“First and foremost, we are winemakers and farmers,” says Flying Leap President and CEO Mark Beres. “We began distilling in 2016 to increase the value of our grape harvest.”

Without getting too technical, Beres innovated a process to make distinctive blended whiskies by combining the intermediate distillates of grape musts and grain mashes—grenache wine grapes with corn and/ or wheat, for example—and co-distilling them to produce a hybrid spirit.

“It’s akin to what happened to Jeff Goldblum in The Fly, but in a far less 1980s sci-fi horror kind of way. The results are delicious, in fact,” says Beres. “Because we are primarily wine-focused, we are able to let our spirits barrel-age for many years while we tend to our wines. The combination of wood and time produces smooth, nuanced flavor profiles and fully cask-matured premium spirits.”

Flying Leap is aging up to eight different blended whiskies at any given time. Their releases are all single-barrel and very limited. Currently, customers are able to purchase their cask-aged FrankenBourbon, made with all-organic New Mexican blue corn to honor the American Southwest, and their Oatmeal Cookie, a richly-flavored blended spirit

Flying Leap Vineyards & Distillery produces wine, brandy, and whiskey. Opposite (from top): Whiskey Del Bac; a whiskey tasting at Whiskey Del Bac.

of wine grapes and whole oats. Tours and tastings are also available at the distillery.

Also open for tours and tastings several days a week is Elgin Distillery.

It is located less than two miles from Flying Leap Distillery, and currently produces whiskey under three separate labels, each using locally sourced Arizona grain.

“Our roots in whiskey, scotch, and bourbon distillation go back generations, both in Kentucky and Scotland,” says Elgin Distillery Founder Dr. Garrison Ellam.

“We call our Elgin Whiskey our entry-level bottle given its balance. Then, our Tombstone Whiskey is our mid-level, cask-strength made with both Arizona corn and rye,” says Ellam. “Finally, under our Arizona Craft Straight Bourbon Whiskey brand, we distill multiple ultra-premium whiskies.”

The Arizona Craft offerings have been honored by Whisky Magazine, and earned medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition, and several others, ensuring that—in partnership with Whiskey Del Bac and Flying Leap— Arizona craft whiskey is here to stay.

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A FASCINATING HISTORY The true crime plot twist at the historic Hotel Congress

BY SUZANNE WRIGHT

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From left: A historic photo of the Cup Cafe; a current room; a sign today. Opposite: A historic photo of the hotel.

The history of Tucson’s Hotel Congress, a cultural landmark listed on the National Historic Register, reads like a Hollywood script.

Except it’s all true.

In 1907, the Southern Pacific Railroad Depot opened downtown, bringing travelers to explore the Southwest. Naturally, they needed a stylish and central place to stay. Designed by a renowned Los Angeles architectural firm, the hotel, built as a three-story brick building, opened in November of 1918.

The rear faced the depot—which was ideal for train passengers—and the hotel featured 80 rooms, as well as several lively businesses on the bottom floor, including a barbershop and café.

But, the real drama would occur more than 15 years later.

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By January of 1934, John Dillinger and his gang had terrorized and captivated the nation in equal measure with a string of bank robberies, murders, and jail breaks. The 30-year-old Dillinger had outgunned and outrun the law, eluding the FBI and police in several states.

The daring and dangerous criminal was declared “Public Enemy No. 1,” and the fugitives needed a place to hide out. Tucson it was, and the men holed up in adjoining third-floor rooms under aliases.

On January 22, a devastating fire broke out in the hotel’s basement. The flames quickly

spread up the elevator shaft, destroying the third floor and roof. The first and second floors were heavily damaged by water. Tucson firefighters waged a three-hour battle attempting to tame the flames, as onlookers gathered to watch the fiery spectacle.

But bystanders weren’t the only ones paying attention amid the chaos.

After several of the third-floor guests begged the firefighters to retrieve their luggage, one of them was recognized as one of the gangsters associated with Dillinger.

Dillinger and the gangsters were captured a few days later.

REBUILDING HISTORY The hotel was nearly a total loss from the fire.

Retaining the original structure and design, it was rebuilt as a two-story hotel, trimming the number of rooms to 39.

In 1985, the hotel was purchased by Richard and Shana Oseran, who set about restoring it to its former glory. That same year they debuted the nightclub Club Congress. It has been popular ever since, showcasing live shows, parties, game nights, and dancing. Some historic hotels can be stuck in time, but Hotel Congress has one foot rooted in the past and one firmly in the present.

“Despite its 102 years and surviving two fires (there was also a fire in 1971), the building retains its original Southwest charm.

We maintain the hotel’s original ambiance,

from the iron bed frame to the vintage radio, the rumble of the nearby train, and the 1930s-style rotary phone that connects to a real switchboard still in use at the front desk,” says Hotel Congress Marketing Manager Jeaninne Kaufer.

The legendary Tap Room Bar and the colorful murals that line the walls are Insta-worthy.

Over the years, Hotel Congress—the only original historic hotel from the turn of the century that is still standing—has remained relevant and gained prominence as an entertainment and gathering place for both locals and visitors, hosting events such as Dillinger Days, Agave Heritage Festival, Nightmare on Congress Street, and Downtown Tucson’s biggest New Year’s Eve Party.

Still the dramatic backstory of the notorious gangster who hid out here reverberates to this day.

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IT’S A GEM

Exploring Tucson’s University of Arizona Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum

BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

A close-up of azurite.

Opposite (clockwise from top): Adding a large specimen to a display case; the inside of the museum; the crystal lab; one of the displays.

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Arizona became the 48th state in the Union in 1912.

A quarter century prior, however, Arizona was already in the midst of becoming the largest gem and mineral hub in the world. A chief reason for its status? The numerous mining camps built in the 1800s by those searching for copper ore.

“More than 300 species of known minerals have been discovered in Bisbee alone,” says Selena Valencia, assistant manager of the new University of Arizona Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum. “In the 1890s, the University of Arizona began a collection of gems and minerals for a territorial museum to document the historical significance of minerals and mining in Arizona.”

When Arizona officially became “state 48,” the collection transitioned to a state museum. Over the next century, the museum moved to various buildings at the University of Arizona, while Tucson became the site for a growing number of gem, mineral, and fossil shows, starting with the first Tucson Gem and Mineral Show® in 1955. Soon other shows were held, typically during January and February. Today, for example, the Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase attracts more than 65,000 visitors annually.

“Wanting to create a more permanent place to celebrate minerals, fossils, jewelry, and gemstones year-round, plans began on the University of Arizona Alfie Norville Gem & Mineral Museum in 2017,” shares Valencia.

Now open at the historic Pima County Courthouse in Tucson, the 12,000-squarefoot museum is named to honor late Gem and Jewelry Exchange co-founder and philanthropist Alfie Norville, and features three primary galleries.

The first is dedicated to the theory of mineral evolution. The gallery takes guests on a visual and sensory journey explaining how—through erosion, explosion, atmospheric changes, and

time—50 to 60 minerals evolved into the 5,600plus known today.

“The second gallery is dedicated to the minerals discovered and mined across Arizona and Mexico,” says Valencia. “Here, guests will delight in immersing themselves in a replica of a mining stope that is modeled after Bisbee’s famed Copper Queen Mine, as well as exploring the differences in minerals mined in the region.”

There is also a hands-on crystal lab within the exhibit where guests can identify minerals in everyday items and explore how various minerals have different properties. Visitors can even crack open a geode.

The third and final space is a gem gallery of epic proportions. Considered the “Gemology 101” section of the museum, the gallery helps guests understand characteristics of natural and synthetic gems. It also showcases beautiful jewelry and art made using gemstone materials.

This gallery also houses the treasury, an exhibit modeled after a high-end jewelry store that showcases some of the most jaw-droppingly gorgeous gemstones in the world.

“The museum is a place to behold over and again, especially given we are only showcasing 2 percent of our collection at any given time, and will be updating exhibits regularly,” says Valencia.

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Q&A

TASTING SUCCESS

The Tucson-born Sam Fox creates a culinary and hospitality empire INTERVIEWED BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

always something I gravitated towards when I was spending time with my family.

You opened your first restaurant at just 20 years old. Did that make the venture easier or more difficult?

When I opened my first restaurant, I thought it was going to be easy, but it turned out to be the most difficult thing I’ve ever done, and it’s shaped me into who I am today.

You’re also a New York Times bestselling cookbook author.

Do you have a favorite recipe in the book?

It was fun to work on all of the recipes with the chefs from True Food Kitchen, but the Inside Out Quinoa Burger stands out as something I really enjoy.

You have had a very busy career!

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internationally inspired hotel The

I’m a third-generation restaurateur and my parents had restaurants while I was growing up in Tucson, so it was

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My venture into hotels is the culmination of more than 20 years in the restaurant and

hospitality industry and having opened over 100 restaurants, with more planned.

With The Global Ambassador, we are evolving luxury hospitality at every level and from every perspective in order to deliver something truly remarkable within the community for those looking to be inspired and intrigued in an authentic and unexpected way. This is a convergence of significance found in hospitality, wellness, and culture. And the best part— it’s right in my own backyard of Arcadia.

The hotel will feature five original dining venues, with cuisine influenced by the vibrant flavors found all over the world.

The lobby level will include a European Market & Café that is inspired by the street-side Parisian cafés; the hotel’s signature restaurant, which will be Parisian Steakhouse featuring an eclectic menu with French influences; a Poolside restaurant influenced by Mexican and Peruvian fare;

and the Member’s restaurant.

The pièce de résistance will be the Mediterranean rooftop restaurant that overlooks the iconic Camelback Mountain.

What drew you to venture into the luxury hospitality industry?

The Global Ambassador is the natural evolution of my passion for creating memorable hospitality experiences. Throughout my travels over the years, I’ve experienced incredible parts of the world with unbelievable food and hospitality.

As the creator, co-developer, manager, and operator of the hotel, every detail will be curated from those experiences in order to deliver a memorable guest experience from start to finish.

Any favorite places in Tucson?

As a high schooler and a college student I used to go to this place called the Sausage Deli, and it brings back fond memories for me.

I also love the long drive out to Li’l Abner’s Steakhouse.

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Sam Fox hasn’t opened just one restaurant—he’s opened more than 100 of them, with many more on the horizon. He’s also a bestselling cookbook author, and developed and opened an internationally inspired hotel and a unique restaurant and hospitality concept.

The 12-time James Beard Award nominee is the founder of Fox Restaurant Concepts, and his restaurants have included Wildflower, True Food, Flower Child, Culinary Dropout, and The Henry, among many others. He also launched Author & Edit Hospitality.

Fox is passionate about culinary experiences; authenticity; and continually creating new, memorable locales.

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SHOPS, GALLERIES & SPAS H ABBOTT TAYLOR JEWELERSCL009137 Custom-design jeweler and diamond broker.

6383 E. Grant Road, Tucson, 520.745.5080. www.atdiamonds.com ALAN'S SHOESCL009137 Shoe brands to keep wearers comfortable and light on their feet, like Birkenstock, Ecco, New Balance and Rockport.

5632 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, 520.747.5555.

6030 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.297.5268.

Tucson Spectrum, 5373 S. Calle Santa Cruz, Tucson, 520.867.6500. www.alansshoes.com H ARLENE’SCL0038761 Find glass works, pottery, gold and silver among other mediums at this Southwestern trading company.

400-402 & 415 E. Allen St., Tombstone, 520.457.3678. & 520.457.3833. www.arlenessouthwest.com ART GALLERY H Contemporary and cutting-edge art can be found at this gallery located in Tubac, which features a variety of artists and mediums.

8 Plaza Road, Tubac, 520.820.7000. www.artgalleryh.com BAHTI INDIAN ARTSCL007215 A gallery celebrating a range of Indian arts including textiles, jewelry, Hopi kachinas, pottery, Eskimo and Navajo art, sculptures, paintings and basketry.

St. Philip’s Plaza, 4330 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, 520.577.0290. www.bahti.com

H BOOKMANS ENTERTAINMENT EXCHANGE Tucson-founded seller of new and used books, music, movies, video games and musical instruments in expansive yet personable stores.

6230 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, 520.748.9555. 3733 W. Ina Road, Tucson, 520.579.0303. 3330 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, 520.325.5767. www.bookmans.com H CARLY QUINN DESIGNSCL0043859 One-of-a-kind and limited edition specialty tile collections by Tucson-based designer Carly Quinn.

730 S. Russell Ave., Tucson, 520.624.4117. www.carlyquinndesigns.com CASA DE TESORO A must-see gallery destination for art lovers, located in the historic artist colony of Tubac.

8 Camino Otero, Tucson, 520.398.2274. www.casadetesoro.com CAT MOUNTAIN STATION This restored 1950s artisan center is filled with original artwork, Southwestern arts and crafts, antiques, furniture, vintage jewelry and more.

2740 S. Kinney Road, Tucson, 520.578.4272. www.catmountainstation.com009140509145 CHRIS BUBANY & FRIENDS GALLERY Studio and showroom of ceramics artist Chris Bubany, whose colorful hand-painted earthenware is available in tiles, tableware and ornaments in a variety of patterns.

6538 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, 520.885.1966. www.chrisbubany.com

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H DEGRAZIA GALLERY IN THE SUN MUSEUMCL00738M1USEMUSE Built by acclaimed Arizona artist Ted DeGrazia, this 10-acre National Historic District has six permanent collections of paintings that trace Southwestern history and native cultures. Rotating exhibitions display the 15,000 original DeGrazia works.

6300 N. Swan Road, Tucson, 520.299.9191. www.degrazia.org H DESERT ARTISANS’ GALLERYCL003457 Local art cooperative features contemporary works by over 60 local artists.

6536 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, 520.722.4412. www.desertartisans.com DESERT SON INDIAN ART American Indian jewelry, belts, fetishes, rugs, baskets and pottery.

4759 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, 520.299.0818. www.desertson.com5 FEMININE MYSTIQUE ART GALLERY This gallery represents more than 85 female artists, whose works spans pottery, glass, wood, watercolor, acrylic, oils, cards and jewelry.

La Entrada de Tubac, 2221 I-19 Frontage Road, Tubac, 520.398.0131. www.femaleartgallery.com5 GRAND CENTRAL CLOTHING Women's clothing and accessories.

Main Gate Square, 922 E. University Blvd., Tucson, 520.884.7263. www.grandcentral clothing.com THE HAPPY SAGUARO Quaint mercantile jam-packed with Southwest furniture, pottery, tiles,

décor, garden accents, food items and more.

7974 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.297.3333. www.thehappysaguaro.com HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF TUCSON The showroom here is a destination itself, offering new and used HarleyDavidson motorcycles, accessories, gear, clothing and more.

7355 N. I-10 Frontage Road, Tucson, 520.751.3380. www.tucsonharley.com H HF COORS CL004394 Artist-designed locally manufactured dinnerware to withstand the daily demands of professional chefs and enthusiastic restaurant guests, with the same quality offered to the public.

Find dinnerware sets, drinkware, platters and more.

1600 S. Cherrybell, Tucson, 520.903.1010. www.hfcoors.com H JANE HAMILTON FINE ARTCL00405 Artwork spanning traditional, contemporary, abstract and figurative styles in an established gallery in the Catalina Foothills.

Plaza Colonial, 2890 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson, 520.529.4886. www.janehamiltonfineart.com H K NEWBY GALLERY & SCULPTURE GARDENCL005712 Since 1988, Newby Gallery has exhibited a wide range of artists, genres and mediums. Outside, the extensive sculpture garden combines native materials and xeriscaping landscape methods to create a Southern Arizonainspired space.

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SHOPS, GALLERIES & SPAS KAELEN HARWELL ORGANIC DAY SPA4102 Day spa offering organic skin and body care, massages, facials, and manicures and pedicures.

30 S. 5th St., Tucson, 520.884.7378. www.khdayspa.com KRIKAWA JEWELRY DESIGNSCL0064102 Studio and showroom of designer and master goldsmith Lisa Krikawa.

21 E. Congress St., Tucson, 520.322.6090. www.krikawa.com LA ZIA NATIVE ARTS Specializing in Native American handcrafted items including rugs, sand paintings, kachina dolls and Pueblo pottery.

201 N. Court Ave., Tucson, 520.670.0099 www.oldtownartisanstucson.com LAURA TANZER DESIGNS64 A Tucson authority for modern and locally-made clothing. As a sustainable brand, they pay close attention to sourcing, production and use of natural fibers.

410 N. Toole Ave., Tucson, 520.981.9891. www.lauratanzerdesigns.com LIMITED ADDITIONSCL009164 Artistic and elegant clothing with a certain sense of spirit.

St. Philip’s Plaza, 4300 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, 520.577.1356. www.shoplimitedadditions.com H LONE MOUNTAIN TURQUOISE COMPANY Authentic American Indian turquoise and silver jewelry is sold in this 3,500-square-foot gallery.

11 Tubac Road, Tubac, 520.398.2802. www.lonemountainturquoiseco.com

H LOOP JEAN COMPANYCL003461 Men’s and women’s premium denim and denim-friendly apparel, with customized recommendations, in-store consultations and alterations.

Casas Adobes Plaza, 7047 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.219.9785. www.loopjeancompany.com H MAC'S INDIAN JEWELRY For more than 40 years, this family-owned jeweler has specialized in custom, handmade Native American jewelry.

2400 E. Grant Road, Tucson, 520.327.3306. www.macsindianjewelry.com MADARAS GALLERY65314 A 28,000-square-foot gallery featuring a large collection of Tucson art, including exceptional works from owner Diana Madaras.

In addition to original art, find prints, jewelry, gifts and more.

3035 N. Swan Road, Tucson, 520.615.3001. www.madaras.com MARK SUBLETTE MEDICINE MAN GALLERYCL0065314 One address, three identities: Medicine Man Gallery, featuring American Indian art, traditional crafts, cowboy art and regional furnishings; the Maynard Dixon Museum; and Mark Sublette Modern, featuring artistic furniture.

6872 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, 520.722.7798. www.medicinemangallery.com MCGUIRE'S JEWELERS A family-owned and -operated jeweler since 1947, McGuire's is the place to go for all your fine

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230 E. Wetmore Road, Tucson, 520.622.7532. www.mcguiresjewelers.com NATIONAL PARKS STORE Find souvenirs and specialty items such as authentic, handmade American Indian and Mexican crafts, books, clothing and more, all dedicated to the people who are native to this region.

12880 N. Vistoso Village Drive, Tucson, 520.622.6014. www.wnpa.org NIZHONI RANCH GALLERY One of the world's largest selections of authentic Navajo rugs, including museum-quality items. The owners of Nizhoni are committed to furthering and preserving the art of Navajo weaving, and collaborate with exclusive Master Navajo Weavers who create rugs using millennia-old cultural traditions.

P.O. Box 815, Sonoita, 520.455.5020. www.navajorug.com H OLD PRESIDIO TRADERSCL00917 Jewelry, pottery, kachinas, baskets and other works by Navajo, Hopi, Pueblo, Apache, Santo Domingo, Zuni and Tohono O’odham artists.

27 Tubac Road, Tubac, 520.398.9333. www.oldpresidiotraders.com0496 QUE BONITA A locally-owned store offering quality, one-of-a-kind home décor, furniture and more. Many items directly imported from around the world, including Mexico and Guatemala. Clothing, jewelry and accessories, too.

6934 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, 520.721.1998. www.quebonitatucson.com

H SADDLEBROOKE TWO Just 25 miles north of Downtown Tucson, this master-planned community boasts spectacular views and an abundance of amenities.

38759 S. Mountain View Blvd., Tucson, 520.818.1000. www.sbhoa2.org H SALLY ROBLING006431 Realtor® Sally Robling with Realty Executives specializes in homes in Tubac and the surrounding areas.

520.245.9000. www.sallysellsaz.com SAN AGUSTIN TRADING CO. Comfortable moccasins handmade with care.

120 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson, 520.628.1800. www.sanagustintradingcompany.com H SANTA CRUZ CHILI & SPICE COMPANY Chili products, a large variety of spices, kitchen essentials, local history books.

1868 E. Frontage Road, Tumacacori, 520.398.2591. www.santacruzchili.com H THE SEASONED WOMANCL006431 Gifts, clothing and jewelry that celebrate women of all ages.

5460 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, 520.745.5942. www.seasonedwoman.com SPA AT TUBAC GOLF RESORT & SPA This 3,000-square-foot spa offers a variety of massages, body treatments, and more.

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SPIRIT OF SANTA FECL00918 American Indian collectibles and jewelry, including such Arizona state highlights as turquoise, copper and amethyst. Also a dealer of Kabana inlay jewelry from New Mexico.

La Encantada, 2905 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson, 800.650.9567. www.spiritofsantafe.com

Gallery in the Sun MUSEUM

1-520-299-9191 • 1-800-545-2185 www.degrazia.org Open daily from 10am – 4pm.

IT'S ALL ABOUT GOOD FRIENDS AND GOOD SHOPPING! This Tucson treasure is a soul nurturing boutique filled with an inspired collection of gifts, clothing and jewelry that celebrate women and their friendships.

Voted Tucson's Best Gift Shop!

Arizona Daily Star Readers' Choice Awards

5460 E. Broadway Blvd. • Tucson, AZ 85711 (520) 745-5942 • www.SeasonedWoman.com

SUMMIT HUT Outdoor gear, hiking gear and backpacking gear.

5251 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, 520.325.1554. 7745 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley, 520.888.1000. www.summithut.com ★ SUNRISE JEWELERS & TRADING COMPANY Find all your jewelry needs at this full-service Tubac jewelry store.

Custom designs and a large inventory of gems to choose from, as well.

24 Tubac Road, Tubac, 520.398.1121.

SWEET P'S Created by a local Tucson woman, Sweet P's offers skincare made with wild-harvested ingredients, and created on the Sweet P's property in Tucson. The products are made with organic ingredients, and are free of sulfates, phthalates, SLS and parabens. Open by appointment.

Tucson, 520.909.1192. www.sweetpskincare.com ★ TUBAC OLIVE OIL, CO.CL004291 Extensive and unique selection of olive oils, balsamic vinegars, stuffed olives, salsas, salts, pestos and olive oil beauty products. Sample a selection of artisan extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars.

2 Plaza Road, Tubac, 520.551.9428. www.desertgourmetfoods.com

TUCSON PREMIUM OUTLETS Brand outlets including Adidas, Coach, Famous Footwear, Express, Gap, Levi's, Nike and more.

6401 W. Marana Center Blvd., Tucson. www.premiumoutlets.com ★ TUMACACORI MESQUITE SAWMILLCL0064125 Launched in 1982, this is Arizona's oldest mesquite source. Learn about the process of transforming a mesquite log into pieces of art.

2007 E. Frontage Road, Tumacacori, 520.398.9356. www.mesquitedesign.com ★ VENTANA PLAZACL0064125 This shopping mall in the Catalina Foothills has a variety of shopping boutiques, cafes, restaurants and salons.

5445 N. Kolb Road, Tucson, 520.577.1475. ★ WILDE MEYER GALLERYCL00941 Wilde Meyer galleries in Scottsdale and Tucson have changing exhibits of original contemporary fine art with subjects including abstracts, landscapes, figurative and contemporary Western. Media include paintings, bronzes, sculpture, glass and more.

Gallery Row, 2890 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson, 520.615.5222. www.wildemeyer.com ZOCALO CASA + JARDÍN Zocalo imports furniture, pottery, folk art, lighting and antiques from the southern states of Mexico. Find mesquite and alder furniture, pewter, chandeliers and mirrors.

3384 E. River Road, Tucson, 520.320.1236. www.zocalovillage.com

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS ARIZONA STATE MUSEUM Explore the history and prehistory of the Southwest through artifacts from numerous indigenous cultures of the region. The oldest and largest anthropological collection in the Southwest, and an active research program.

1013 E. University Blvd., Tucson, 520.621.6302. www.statemuseum.arizona.edu BIOSPHERE 2CL0034503 Tour Biosphere 2, one of the world's most unique facilities dedicated to the research and understanding of global scientific issues.

32540 S. Biosphere Road, Oracle, 520.838.6200. www.biosphere2.org ★ BROADWAY IN TUCSON The best of Broadway visits Tucson at historic Centennial Hall on the University of Arizona campus.

Centennial Hall, 1020 E. University Blvd., Tucson. www.broadwayintucson.com CASINO DEL SOL Two casinos and an amphitheater owned and operated by the Pascua Yaqui Tribe. Bingo, poker, slots and tables, as well as live music and plenty of dining options, including the Festa International Buffet and PY Steakhouse.

5655 W. Valencia Road, Tucson, 855.765.7829. www.casinodelsol.com

TucsonMuseumofArt.org Thursday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

140 N Main Avenue · 520-624-2333 Enrique Martinez Celaya, The Fight for Air, 2012, cast 2020. Bronze, 61 x 31 x 58 in.

Museum Purchase. Funds provided by Contemporary Art Society.

DESERT DIAMOND CASINOCL0034503 Bingo, poker, blackjack, slots and keno. Live entertainment lineup, several restaurants including the lovely Diamond Café, a sports bar, nightclub

and lounges.

1100 W. Pima Mine Road, Sahuarita, 520.294.7777.

7350 S. Nogales Highway, Tucson, 866.332.9467. www.ddcaz.com ★ DISCOVER MARANA Discover all the fun and exciting things to see and do in Marana at this visitor center. Find information on events, places to stay and much more.

13251 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, 520.639.8040. www.discovermarana.org ★ FOX TUCSON THEATRE The Fox is a one-of-a-kind space that has gathered people together and shaped memories since 1930.

Today, the historic Southwest Art Deco theatre still fosters connections, serves as a source of pride at the heart of Downtown, and enlivens Tucson. From live concerts to curated classic movie screenings and lifelong learning programs, this iconic space is known for its grandeur, exquisite sound, and commitment to providing world-class entertainment experiences.

7 W. Congress St., Tucson, 520.547.3040. www.foxtucson.com THE FRANKLIN AUTO MUSEUM Founded by Thomas Hubbard, the museum is a means to continue his collection of classic Franklin automobiles, and develop a comprehensive Franklin Museum covering all years of the company's production. Open seasonally.

1405 E. Kleindale Road, Tucson, 520.326.8038. www.franklinmuseum.org

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The programming varies throughout the year, so there is sure to be something for everyone.

7010 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, 520.886.9428. www.thegaslighttheatre.com

Southern Arizona’s Largest Selections of Reservation Pawn, Hopi Kachinas, American Indian Jewelry, Pottery, Baskets, Arts and Crafts.

Southern Arizona’s Largest Selection of Bisbee Turquoise

KARTCHNER CAVERNS STATE PARK This massive cave system was discovered in 1974. Tour routes are paved and narrow, but handicap-accessible.

2980 S. Highway 90, Benson, 520.586.2283. www.azstateparks.com

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★ THE MINI TIME MACHINE MUSEUM OF MINIATURES Discover the big world of small delights, where visitors are 3:56 PM seemingly transported to different lands and times through the stories told by over 500 miniature houses and room boxes expertly displayed in over 10,000 square feet of stateof-the-art exhibit space. The museum’s permanent collection boasts antique dollhouses dating to 1742 and contemporary fine-scale miniatures from established artisans.

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★ O.K. CORRALCL00325 This is where the world-famous 1881 Old West shoot-out went down. Live reenactments featuring Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. Museum displays include animated figures of the gunfighters and historic photos.

326 E. Allen St., Tombstone, 520.457.3456. www.okcorral.com

PETROGYLPHS Located in the Lost Barrio shopping district, this furniture store has new home essentials such as locally sourced furniture and accents.

267 S. Avenida del Convento, Tucson, 520.372.7880. www.petroglyphstucson.com ★ PIMA AIR & SPACE MUSEUMCL007219 One of the largest aerospace museums in the world, Pima Air & Space displays over 400 historic aircraft and 125,000 artifacts.

The property encompasses six hangars, 80 acres outdoors, and its very own restoration facility, where projects range from repainting to refurbishing some of the rarest aircraft in the world. Pima’s collection includes international examples of flight from every era in civil, commercial, military and experimental aviation.

6000 E. Valencia Road, Tucson, 520.574.0462. www.pimaair.org QUEEN MINE TOURCL00917 Gear up and ride the rails into the Mule Mountains with a retired Phelps Dodge miner as your guide.

478 Dart Road, Bisbee, 520.432.2071. www.queenminetour.com REID PARK ZOOCL00918 A walk-through aviary, white rhinos, and the opportunity to feed giraffes from eye-level platforms are among the lures of this city zoo.

3400 Zoo Ct., Tucson, 520.791.3204. www.reidparkzoo.org REX ALLEN ARIZONA COWBOY MUSEUM & WILLCOX COWBOY HALL OF FAME This museum honors local cowboy and Western movie star Rex Allen.

Explore memorabilia from his lifetime success in rodeo, radio, movies and television. The Willcox Cowboy Hall of Fame celebrates ordinary cowboys.

150 N. Railroad Ave., Willcox, 520.384.4583. www.rexallenmuseum.org SAGUARO NATIONAL PARK Home to the nation's largest cacti. These majestic plants, found only in a small portion of the U.S., are protected by Saguaro National Park, to the east and west of Tucson.

3693 S. Old Spanish Trail, Tucson.

2700 N. Kinney Road, Tucson.

520.733.5158. www.nps.gov/sagu/index.htm TITAN MISSILE MUSEUM The last of the 54 Titan II missile sites, which was on alert across the U.S. from 1963 to 1987, is now a museum with the missile on display.

1580 W. Duval Mine Road, Green Valley, 520.625.7736. www.titanmissilemuseum.org TRAIL DUST TOWN A recreated 1880s Western town.

Stroll the town square, ride the miniature train, watch a stunt show, pan for gold, or dine at Pinnacle Peak steakhouse.

6541 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, 520.296.4551. www.traildusttown.com TUBAC Established in 1752 as the first Spanish fort in Arizona, it is now largely populated by working artists.

Less than an hour outside Tucson.

W. I-10 Frontage Road, Tubac, 520.398.2704. www.tubacaz.com

TUBAC PRESIDIO STATE HISTORIC PARK Protected ruins of a Spanish military settlement established in 1752, plus an Arizona Territory schoolhouse, hand-operated newspaper press, and other significant historic structures and parcels.

1 Burruel St., Tubac, 520.398.2252. www.azstateparks.com/parks/tupr H TUCSON JAZZ FESTIVAL The premiere jazz festival in the Southwest, the HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival gains more national recognition each year as a destination event. The two-week event, held in January, features a sensational lineup of jazz greats from around the world performing at multiple venues across the city.

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Tucson, 520.762.6260. www.tucsonjazzfestival.org H TUCSON MUSEUM OF ART AND HISTORIC BLOCKCL00391 A conglomeration of history, art and 1850-1907 residential architecture.

The museum maintains a permanent collection of more than 8,000 works, focusing on Western, Latin American and contemporary American art.

140 N. Main Ave., Tucson, 520.624.2333. www.tucsonmuseumofart.org WESTERN NATIONAL PARKS ASSOCIATION Enhances the education and preservation of 71 national parks across the western U.S., including Arizona parks Tumacácori, Saguaro, Hubbell Trading Post, Fort Bowie and many other national monuments.

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Arlene’s has been the unexpected in world famous Tombstone, AZ since 1978. At our 3 locations, you are bound to find something special to remember your Arizona adventure by! We specialize in Native American jewelry, pottery, kachinas, artifacts, and artwork made in the Four Corners region. Also, you will find unique items for home décor, and great gifts to bring home to loved ones. We are open from 9am to 5pm daily. The staff at Arlene’s looks forward to meeting you when you make the journey to Tombstone!

Join us and take your seat for our biggest season ever. The best of Broadway is right here in Tucson. Come to the historic Centennial Hall on the University of Arizona campus and witness the beauty of Broadway right at home in the southwest. We have productions for everyone.

From date night and family outings to girls’ night and work events, come join us!

The Fox is a one-of-a-kind space that has gathered people together and shaped memories since 1930.

Today, the historic Southwest Art Deco theatre still fosters connections, serves as a source of pride at the heart of downtown, and enlivens Tucson. There is always something extraordinary to see — familiar favorites and brand-new artists. From live concerts to curated classic movie screenings and life-long learning programs, this iconic space is known for its grandeur, exquisite sound, and commitment to providing world-class entertainment experiences.

Centennial Hall 1020 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ www.BroadwayinTucson.com

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Discover the BIG world of small delights at The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, where visitors are seemingly transported to different lands and times through the stories told by over 500 miniature houses and room boxes expertly displayed in over 10,000 square-feet of state-ofthe-art exhibit space. The Museum’s permanent collection boasts antique dollhouses dating to 1742 and contemporary fine-scale miniatures from established artisans. There’s always something new to see with frequent temporary exhibitions highlighting the breadth and diversity of the art of miniatures. For a truly memorable experience, don’t miss this one-of-a-kind collection in a worldclass setting.

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The premiere jazz festival in the Southwest, the HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival gains more national recognition each year as a destination event — and it doesn’t hurt that it’s in January, a gorgeous month to visit!

Entering a Wilde Meyer Gallery in Tucson or Scottsdale is a sensory experience with WOW factor. The galleries explode with color and energy. Both galleries have changing exhibits of Original Contemporary Fine art. Visitors can enjoy contemporary western paintings like the one shown above by Karen Bezuidenhout. Other painting subjects include abstracts, landscapes, figurative work, and great contemporary versions of domestic and wildlife art. Everyone loves seeing the imaginative animal paintings by Jaime Ellsworth and Connie R. Townsend. Prestigious sculptors include bronze artists like Wayne Salge, Barbara Duzan, and Jim Budish.

Featuring a sensational line up of jazz greats from around the world, the two-week event presents multiple performances in venues across the city.

Extending the festival and patron experience beyond the concert hall with events such as the outdoor Downtown Jazz Fiesta (free to the public), pre-show street concerts, a Jazz Jam, food/wine/jazz special make the festival an experience not to be missed.

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4142 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ

480.945.2323

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DINING & NIGHTLIFE

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LOCAL VENUES FOR FOOD & REFRESHMENTS, FROM DESTINATIONS WITH A VIEW TO HISTORIC LOCALES TO PLACES FOR CASUAL EATS. NO MATTER WHAT YOU’RE CRAVING, SOUTHERN ARIZONA HAS YOU COVERED.

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DINING & NIGHTLIFE BK TACOSCL00458 BK is a fusion of authenticity and innovation. The Sonoran-style hot dog has received national acclaim.

2680 N. 1st Ave., Tucson, 520.207.2245.

5118 S. 12th Ave., Tucson, 520.295.0105. www.bktacos.com CONTIGO LATIN KITCHEN Contigo is the place for fresh, colorful Latin cuisine. The menu is heavy on tapas, with chorizo-stuffed dates, tacos de calamari and more.

3770 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, 520.299.2540. www.eatatcontigo.com ★ DANTE'S FIRE8961 Adventurously creative continental American fare and craft cocktails.

2526 E. Grant Road, Tucson, 520.382.9255. www.dantesfireaz.com ★ DIAMOND CAFÉ Grab a meal just steps away from the casino floor at Desert Diamond Casinos Tucson. Weekend three-course prime rib dinners, and All You Can Eat Fish Fridays.

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment Tucson, 7350 S. Nogales Hwy., Tucson, 520.342.1328. www.ddcaz.com ★ ECLECTIC CAFECL0038961 American and regional Mexican fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

7053 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, 520.885.2842. www.eclecticcafetucson.com EL BERRACOCL00458 Latin seafood with attitude. The freshest ingredients and years of

cooking experience come together for an impressive seafood experience.

2960 N. 1st Ave., Tucson, 520.838.0012. www.el-berraco.com EL CHARRO CAFÉCL009106 America’s oldest Mexican restaurant continuously operated by the same family since 1922. Traditional Sonoran-style and innovative Tucson-style Mexican fare.

311 N. Court Ave., Tucson, 520.622.1922. 7725 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley, 520.229.1922. 6910 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, 520.514.1922. www.elcharrocafe.com EL CISNE Dining at El Cisne is like taking a culinary tour of Mexico. Classic dishes from Sonora, Oaxaca and Veracruz make for a dynamic menu.

4717 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, 520.638.6160. www.elcisnerestaurant.com GHINI’S FRENCH CAFECL00458 Breakfast and lunch café serving such French items as crêpes.

1803 E. Prince Road, Tucson, 520.326.9095. www.ghiniscafe.com HARVEST As the name suggests, the menu here focuses on seasonal, sustainable and local ingredients and a “back to basics” approach to preparation.

10355 N. La Cañada Drive, Tucson, 520.731.1100. www.harvestov.com KINGFISHER BAR & GRILLCL00915 Great fish, great bar, great music and a great crowd. Kitchen open late.

2564 E. Grant Road, Tucson, 520.323.7739. www.kingfishertucson.com

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H LA PARRILLA SUIZACL00741 Serving up authentic Mexico City cuisine since 1969. Fresh handmade corn tortillas and salsas.

4250 W. Ina Road, 520.572.7200.

2720 N. Oracle Road, 520.624.4300.

5602 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, 520.747.4838. www.laparrillasuiza.com H LE RENDEZ-VOUSCL004583 An award-winning classic Parisianstyle menu at a romantic spot.

3844 E. Fort Lowell Road, Tucson, 520.323.7373. www.rendezvoustucson.com LOOKOUT Treat yourself to contemporary comfort food and signature drinks at this casual spot for indoor and outdoor dining. Sway to the live music on weekend and don't forget your dancing shoes.

245 E. Ina Road, Tucson, 520.297.1151. www.westwardlook.com/dining THE PARISH GASTROPUBCL004231 A Southern-fusion eatery that’s all about bold flavors, progressive beers and unique cocktails.

6453 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.797.1233. www.theparishtucson.com H SAFFRON INDIAN BISTRO Authentic Indian cuisine in a modern atmosphere with a popular lunch buffet offered daily.

7607 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.742.9100. www.tucsonindianrestaurant.com THE TASTEFUL KITCHEN Dinners gently assembled from the dehydrator, roaster, steamer or straight from the garden. Some raw

selections, including a soup of the day.

722 N. Stone Ave., Tucson, 520.250.9600. www.thetastefulkitchen.com TEASPOON A modern eatery that specializes in brunch.

7053 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.989.3189. www.teaspoontucson.com H TERRA ALTA BISTRO/ WINE BAR Enjoy delicious wines and beautiful scenery whether visiting the vineyard or Tucson location.

This bistro and wine bar offers tapas, soups, salads and more, as well as a judgment-free wine tasting room that features a range of high-quality wines.

Bistro: 5425 N. Kolb Road, Tucson, 520.900.7166. Wine Tasting Room: 21 Mountain Ranch Drive, Elgin, 520.455.9291. www.wilhelmvineyards.com TUCSON TAMALE COMPANYCL008971 A rotating menu of traditional and unique tamales, ranging from pineapple coconut to vegetarian.

7159 E. Tanque Verde Road, Tucson, 520.298.8404.

7286 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, 520.403.1888. www.tucsontamale.com H WISDOM’S CAFÉCL00453 Mexican fare—as well as plenty of American options—served by the Wisdom family for more than 69 years. The fruit burro for dessert is a must.

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LA PARRILLA SUIZA MEXICO CITY FOOD

At La Parrilla Suiza we serve authentic Mexico City cuisine. All of the restaurant’s tacos, meat and cheese dishes are cooked on charcoal or grilled. We serve fresh, handmade corn tortillas and authentic Mexico City salsas. Most of our dishes have been on the restaurant’s menu since 1969. Tacos, chicken and pork dishes and fajitas make up many of the items on the menu. La Parrilla Suiza also offers vegetarian specials. Call or come visit us at any of our locations in Arizona!

LE RENDEZ-VOUS

SAFFRON INDIAN BISTRO

Le Rendez-Vous, an award-winning restaurant has been the icon for French dining in Tucson for over 37 years. Through perfecting the art of French cooking and outstanding service, Le Rendez-Vous offers authentic French food in a fast-paced world, proving that attention to detail and the fine dining experience still exist. Le Rendez-Vous offers both a casual bistro offering small plates of as well as the formal dining experience. Sample many of your favorite dishes with a small plate or try one of our daily specials. Enjoy Le Rendez-Vous, Tucson’s premier French restaurant.

Welcome to Saffron, a unique dining experience.

Here we fuse modern cooking techniques with the grand tradition of classical Indian cuisine to create meals that are both delicious and appealing to the eye. A feast for the senses that is like no other. So sit back and enjoy this exotic culinary adventure.

As always, it is our great pleasure to serve you.

Sun – Thurs 11am – 9pm, Fri & Sat 11am – 9:30pm Lunch Buffet Fri – Sun 11am to 3pm

5602 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ

Corner of Fort Lowell and Alvernon

4250 W. Ina Rd., Tucson, AZ

7607 N. Oracle Rd., Oro Valley, AZ

520.742.9100

www.saffronaz.com

3844 E. Fort Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ

2720 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ

520.323.7373

1622 S. Stapley Dr., Mesa, AZ

www.rendezvoustucson.com

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WELCOME TO

TUBAC, ARIZONA Just 40 minutes south of Tucson is the historic village of Tubac. Established in 1752 as the first Spanish military fort in Arizona, the town long ago exchanged its martial backdrop in favor of a more artistic character. More than 100 shops and world-class galleries—exhibiting everything from woodcarvings to oil paintings—fill the quaint streets, and the Tubac Center for the Arts features regional and national art as well as seasonal exhibits. Locally owned restaurants and bars dot the area, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and specialty drinks. Frequent festivals are held throughout the year to celebrate the area’s artistic present and ancient past. tubacaz.com

SUNRISE JEWELERS & TRADING CO. Sunrise jewelers has been located in Tubac, AZ for twelve years. VinCent Gulino, Jewelry designer, Artist and Owner has been designing and creating fine jewelry since 1969.

VinCent is well known for his custom designs in Platinum, Gold and Silver incorporating fine, rare and unusual gem stones such as the highly prized Arizona Blue Opal. Each design and piece is one of a kind and unique. Custom designing, diamond and gemstone setting, jewelry repair, stone cutting, custom inlay work and repair, large selection of gem stones. We will be happy to work with your design for you.

Mine Owner and home of Arizona Blue Opal, Arizona’s newest gem stone discovery.

24 Tubac Rd. • Tubac, AZ • 520.398.1121

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EXPLORE TUMACÁCORI Tumacácori is nestled between two mountain ranges in a valley cut by the Santa Cruz River: Tumacácori Mountains (west) and Santa Rita Mountains (east), with views of the San Cayetano Mountains to the southeast. Tumacácori is home to one of the oldest mission sites: “Father Kino established Tumacácori as a mission in January 1691 … making it the oldest mission site in what is now Arizona” (NPS). Cottonwood and mesquite trees, a living river and bird riparian area makes Tumacácori a great place to see with unique stops at Santa Cruz Chili and Spice Company (est. 1943), Wisdom’s Café (est. 1944), and Tumacácori Mesquite Sawmill (est. 1982).

Santa Cruz Chili and Spice Company, 1868 E. Frontage Rd., Tumacácori, AZ

520.398.2591 santacruzchili.com

Wisdom’s Café, 1931 E. Frontage Rd., Tumacácori , AZ

520.398.2397 wisdomscafe.com

Tumacácori Mesquite Sawmil, 2007 E. Frontage Rd., Tumacácori, AZ

520.398.9356

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K NEWBY GALLERY + SCULPTURE GARDEN Since 1988, the K Newby Gallery + Monumental Sculpture Garden has represented a prestigious and dynamic group of Southwestern artists. The nationally recognized and award winning artists represent a vast array of styles and genres. The expansive collection of fine southwestern art spans traditional, contemporary, abstract and figurative styles including works from kinetic sculptor Mark White, Star Liana York, Gary Lee Price, Pokey Park, Tom Hill, Nicholas Wilson and Darcie Peet. Located in the charming art community of Tubac, Arizona, the K Newby Gallery welcomes visitors with a warm aesthetic and rustic two acre sculpture garden, giving a relaxed feeling for a true Southern Arizona fine art experience.

Artist Credit: Mark White Kinetic Sculpture Grouping, Stainless Steel and Copper Health Warning: Extended viewing may cause extreme relaxation and bouts of pleasant daydreaming.

15 Tubac Rd., Tubac AZ • 520.398.9662 • newbygallery.com

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TUBAC OIL ‘N VINEGARS We are southern Arizona’s best Olive Oil tasting room. Here you can come and taste our small batch artisan olive oils and balsamic vinegars. We are well known for our Traditional style balsamic vinegar and Prickly Pear white balsamic vinegar. All our olive oils and balsamic vinegars are infused in Tubac. Come join us for an amazing olive oil and balsamic vinegar tastings. Open 7 days a week from 10 am to 5 pm. We ship anywhere in USA. We also have tasting rooms in Bisbee and Tombstone.

2 Plaza Rd., Tubac, AZ

520.398.3366

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LONE MOUNTAIN TURQUOISE COMPANY

Lone Mountain Turquoise Company is a stunning 3,500-square-foot gallery located in historic Tubac, Arizona. Specializing in museum-quality Native American jewelry made from rare, gem-grade, Lone Mountain turquoise, as well as other fine jewelry, rugs, pottery, carvings, paintings, baskets, and sculptures, this gallery is one of the most elite in the industry. The Winfield family has been providing the finest turquoise and supplies to Native artists since 1951. In turn, they have purchased finished products directly from these exceptional artists. Lone Mountain displays work from over 3,000 Native American artists over six decades. By dealing directly with the artists they represent, the Winfields are able to offer quality and authenticity that is unmatched anywhere in the world. If you are just discovering Native American jewelry or are a longtime collector, you will be taken in by the quality and variety offered here. With the knowledge of three generations of trading and a treasured love and respect for the Native American artists and their work, Lone Mountain will be your home for all things that are authentic Native American made.

11 Tubac Rd. • 520.398.2802 • lonemountainturquoiseco.com

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