Posts by Michelle Glicksman
Scottsdale’s Jack Lafflam Chosen to Play in Prestigious All-American Classic
Jack Lafflam, 17, started in tee ball when he was about 4 or 5 years old. Still, he didn’t get serious about the sport until 6 th grade, he says.…
Read MorePostino WineCafe Launches Battle of The Bruschetta, a Bracket-Style Competition
Postino’s iconic bruschetta are throwing down this summer with the inaugural Battle of The Bruschetta, a three-month, bracket-style competition between eight limited-time bruschetta recipes. These eight out-of-the-box innovative bites include…
Read MoreScottsdale Quarter Announces Redevelopment With New Retailers, Dining Destinations
Scottsdale Quarter, which opened 15 years ago and offers a mix of dining, entertainment, retail, residential, and office space, has announced it is undergoing a major redevelopment, with an array…
Read MoreSugarJam The Southern Kitchen Honored as One of the Top Black-Owned Restaurants Across the U.S.
SugarJam The Southern Kitchen was recently one of just two Black-owned restaurants chosen to be featured in Ebony magazine’s Ebony 45 Eats. The prestigious list, curated by the Ebony staff…
Read MoreNew Swim School Debuts in South Scottsdale, Offering Lessons For Those Ages 3 Months Through Adult
A new swim school is now offering lessons at the L.A. Fitness at 1900 N. Scottsdale Road. A membership to the location is not needed for the lessons. For more…
Read MoreFEATURE FRIDAY: Lauren Bailey on Why She’s Wearing a Bruschetta Costume, Opening Postino, and More
Lauren Bailey was just 19 when she began working in restaurants. She worked her way up, and then headed to Nantucket to bartend to save seed money. Her plan was…
Read MoreFEATURE FRIDAY: Darren Tackett on Scottsdale.com, a $28M Home, and Why Real Estate is Like Golf
Darren Tackett has lived in Scottsdale for most of his life, as has his now-wife, Tonia. His children include two boys (21 and 24) and two girls (14 and 3.5).…
Read MoreScottsdale Police Foundation Raising Money to Equip Scottsdale Police Department With E-Bikes
The Scottsdale Police Foundation (SPF) launched a new fundraising initiative aimed at purchasing electric bicycles (E-bikes) for the Scottsdale Police Department. The effort aims to enhance the mobility and response…
Read MoreJuly 4th in Scottsdale: Fireworks, Special Experiences, And Dining Deals
Wondering where in Scottsdale to catch fireworks shows, a holiday event, or score dining deals for July 4th? Here’s what’s happening around the city. FIREWORKS Scottsdale 4th of July…
Read MoreScottsdale Fashion Square Expands Menswear Offering With True Classic in Newly Renovated South Wing
Scottsdale Fashion Square‘s men’s shopping options have expanded with the recent addition of retailer True Classic. The California-based brand makes everyday essentials, like perfect-fitting T-shirts and ultra-comfortable denim, out of…
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