Photograph by Steven Meckler
Southern Dining

Chef Alisah’s Restaurant

When people say they’re “living the dream,” they usually mean it ironically, but not Ahmet and Halida Alisah, the husband-and-wife team behind Chef…
Photograph by Steven Meckler
Southern Lodging

The JTH Tucson

Resting on the outskirts of Tucson and nestled among towering saguaros is The JTH Tucson, fondly nicknamed “Posada.” The family-owned inn, which has…
Photograph by Paul Markow
Central

Arizona Microgreens

Photograph by Paul Markow
Central Dining

Mariposa

Since it opened in 2015, Mariposa has consistently been lauded as one of Sedona’s — and Arizona’s — most romantic restaurants. And the accolades come…
Photograph by Paul Markow
Central Lodging

Egyptian Motor Hotel

The Egyptian Motor Hotel, known for its open-air layout and eclectic decor, has been a staple on Grand Avenue in Phoenix for decades. Today, the…
Photograph by Steven Meckler
Southern

High Desert Sauce Co.

Photograph by Jill Richards
Central Dining

Hassayampa Smokehouse BBQ

At Wickenburg’s Hassayampa Smoke­house BBQ, there’s a hierarchy of flavor superiority. At the top is the king of all barbecue cuts: brisket. 
Photograph by Steven Meckler
Southern Lodging

The Gadsden Hotel

EDITOR'S NOTE: Just after this story was published, the Gadsden Hotel's owners announced temporary closures and major staffing changes. For the most…