An Arizona-based food, beverage and travel writer since 2008, I launched this website in 2015 to document my culinary adventures, beverage escapades, gardening endeavors, and travel in the Phoenix area and beyond. Also find a comprehensive calendar of Phoenix-area food and drink-related events on my Events page.
The Cocktail Carnival rides into Phoenix this February with an astounding and fantastic lineup—including a full 20-person marching band. All-new for 2020, AZCW has partnered with the famed local art gallery and events space, Walter Where? Houseto host the Cocktail Carnival, The kickoff party is featuring national touring marching band MarchFourth. Housed inside a revitalized former 1940s paper factory, alongside the live performances, the Cocktail Carnival will feature an innovative, immersive light and sound display, art show, and of course, the state’s most creative cocktails by the world’s best liquor brands showcasing their exciting new offerings and cutting-edge bartending and techniques. For tickets, visit Cocktail Carnival.