Sips and Grub | Glazed Donut and Strawberry Smoothie at Rainbow Donuts
8/31/10 • by Kenny BumpA sugar coma? Yes… but a tasty sugar coma!
7th St/Coronado
First Friday: Shawn Anderson Unplugged(full article)
7/02/10
SuTRA Midtown Yoga is the spot for music-filled First Friday with some of Phoenix’s up-and-coming artists.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Georgie S. on The Main Ingredient Ale House & Café(full article)
6/22/10
I can’t remember the last time I’ve been to a place with that killer of a vibe.
Sips and Grub | Chocolate Shake at MacAlpine’s Soda Fountain(full article)
6/08/10
Need somethin’ to cool you down on these hot summer days? Look no further than the chocolate shake at MacAlpine’s.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Dyanna P. on Camelback Moving(full article)
5/26/10
Thanks to Yelp and the wonderful reviews I read, I booked Camelback Moving for my first move in seven years.
Central Phoenix Parks in Dire Straits(full article)
5/24/10
A recent Arizona Republic story tells the unraveling state of Encanto Park and others like it.
City Dwelling | Undiscovered Coronado: The Brentwood Historic Home Tour(full article)
2/22/10
The Brentwood Historic District, which is part of the Greater Coronado Neighborhood Association, will be holding its first-ever home tour on Sunday, February 28.
The Main Ingredient: One Couple’s Dream in Coronado(full article)
1/25/10
The Diamond family wants to make The Main Ingredient Ale House and Café into Coronado’s neighborhood bar and hangout spot.
Living in 85006(full article)
1/25/10
One of the things that makes Downtown Phoenix interesting is the presence of several residential neighborhoods filled with homes built from the 1920s to the 1950s.
Sips and Grub | Mindy’s Mac ‘n Cheese and The Main Ale at The Main Ingredient Ale House(full article)
1/19/10
I realize it sounds odd to order a seemingly childish dish, but after eating this melty, cheesy bowl of amazingness, this entrée should be at the top of your list every time you go.
Sips and Grub | Roasted Chicken Sandwich at Coronado Café(full article)
1/12/10
Upon setting foot inside this quaint cottage, you can sense the vibe they are going for — a down-home, in-your-neighborhood feel with an expansive menu.
First Friday: New Year’s Recovery at SuTRA Midtown Yoga(full article)
12/31/09
For those of us that just want to chill on New Year’s Day, which is also First Friday, SuTRA Midtown Yoga has come to the rescue with its New Years After Party.
Three New ‘R’s: Rezone, Reuse and Revitalize — The City of Phoenix’s Adaptive Reuse Program(full article)
12/22/09
Over the past two years, amidst all the new buildings popping up, Downtown Phoenix has quietly become a national leader in promoting adaptive reuse.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Chris T. on MacAlpine’s Soda Fountain(full article)
12/08/09
Just get into your car and drive to 7th Street and Thomas Road, and BAM! You, my friend have entered another dimension.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Alison B. on Hair Pollution(full article)
11/18/09
Whether you’re going for a run-of-the-mill cut, or you want blue hair, there is someone at Hair Pollution who can fulfill your needs.
Sips and Grub | The Buffalo ’66 at That’s a Wrap(full article)
11/17/09
I’m a firm believer in the fact that every town needs a place that is cooler than most of its patrons. Phoenix can find that in That’s a Wrap.
Brewin’ for a Cause(full article)
11/16/09
I noticed a buzz about Phoenix Brew Party and, after perusing its nifty website, the beer snob in me decided it was a noble venture.
Sips and Grub | Carne Asada Tacos at America’s Taco Shop(full article)
10/20/09
America’s Taco Shop claims to have the best carne asada in the Valley. Those are some big words for a little cantina-looking place, but I felt it needed to be addressed via my palate.
Get to Know SuTRA Midtown Yoga(full article)
8/10/09
Something seriously funky is rattling a small studio on 7th Street just north of McDowell Road. Here, groups of youthful, bendy urbanites are dancing and stretching their way through “Rhythmic Funkamentals,” which combines yoga with funk choreography. This is a regular occurrence at SuTRA Midtown Yoga, which is redefining the stuffy, prententious vibe most yoga studios throw off.
Prime commercial lot in Coronado Historic District(full article)
7/10/09
Join other cool, successful businesses in the Coronado Historic District, building your dream facility on this commercially zoned lot just a few doors down from the Tuck Shop. Great place for an Architect’s office or live/work professional or neighborhood commercial retail operation.
The Merry Chef Caravan From the North(full article)
7/10/09
If you happened to be wandering through the streets of downtown Phoenix last Third Friday, there is a good chance you may have seen a group of foodies hopping from one spot to another well into the night.
There’s a decent chance you may have even recognized one or two of them as the masterminds behind some of the Valley’s best restaurants. This was the first incarnation of the downtown chef crawl, and it kicked off with a glorious mix of late-night noshing, old-fashioned exploration and drinks, drinks and more drinks.
Wet Hot Cheap Drinks(full article)
7/09/09
Our homies at Lisa G Café and Wine Bar have been screening some seriously entertaining films on Saturday nights for a while now, and there’s no better way to close down the series on Saturday, July 11 than with everyone’s favorite 1980s Jewish summer camp epic, Wet Hot American Summer. Watch nerd-hero Gerald Cooperberg try [...]
Bank Owned Homes in Coronado under $100,000(full article)
6/18/09
If you have always wanted to live in the Coronado Historic District, now is definitely a prime time to make your dream come true. Buy one of the half dozen Bank owned fixers currently on the market in Coronado and rehab it so you can actually live in it with a Purchase/Renovation Loan. Pull the whole deal off with only 3.5% down.
New Community Garden In Coronado Neighborhood(full article)
3/23/09
Yesterday we broke ground for a new community garden. . This garden has been in its planning and approval stages for over 8 months so it was a quite a celebratory day! The Garden is located on the South Side of the Guru Nanak Dwara Ashram also home of Yoga Phoenix (a non-profit Kundalini Yoga Center) at the corner of 9th St and Oak in the Coronado Historic Neighborhood in Central Phoenix, AZ. We got approval about 2 weeks ago and yesterday got to gleefully get our hands all dirty with mama earth.
Take The Canalscape Survey(full article)
3/15/09
ASU and other public and private sector partners are exploring the possibility of creating vital urban hubs where canals meet major streets throughout metro Phoenix. These hubs could range in size and character, depending on community requests. ASU students are conducting a public survey and would like your feedback.
Guide To Art Detour 2009(full article)
3/06/09
For proof that art lovers are about more than schmoozing and sipping cheap wine from plastic glasses, one need look no further than Art Detour, the free, self-guided tour of downtown artist studios, galleries, and art-friendly businesses. Now in its 21st year, the Phoenix tradition, which typically draws upwards of 10,000 patrons, has bridged the wide gap between artists and suburb dwellers who think art should match their throw pillows. This year, both art fans and the artless will find the Detour even more accessible, thanks to light rail and a new, improved shuttle system.
Art Detour, Kid Detour This Weekend(full article)
3/04/09
Downtown Phoenix during First Fridays can be a little overwhelming, with hordes of people trying to get their monthly art fix in the span of four hours. So for people who want to enjoy their art and culture in a slightly more relaxed setting, there is Art Detour. The once-a-year, all-weekend event lets visitors take a self-guided tour through the art galleries and studios in central Phoenix.
March Is Phoenix Arts Month!(full article)
3/03/09
Every weekend during the month of March, arts events will be hosted in downtown Phoenix and surrounding neighborhoods, along with events, exhibitions, and performances on other days throughout the month. In recognition of the local arts community and these public festivals, Mayor Phil Gordon has proclaimed March as “Phoenix Arts Month” and invites everyone to attend and celebrate.
Celebrating Coronado Home Tour 2009(full article)
3/01/09
Historic Home Tours are always very interesting and a lot of fun. The upcoming Coronado Home Tour should be no exception. Coronado is one of the most intriguing Historic neighborhoods in the Downtown Phoenix area. In addition to some great restaurants in restored 1920′s buildings and other cool spaces, the neighborhood is home to a wide variety of 1920′s housing stock including brick bungalows, spanish style bungalows, little neighborhood store front buildings and old church buildings, converted into “loft like” spaces.
Downtown Phoenix on International Stage this week(full article)
2/09/09
Just a few weeks ago, Arizona captured the international sports spotlight with the Cardinals Superbowl appearance and now this coming week we get to be in the spotlight again, this time by hosting the NBA All-Star Game and associated events.
Like to live in the Coronado Historic District?(full article)
1/28/09
If you have been wanting to move to the Coronado Historic District, this charming Craftsman bungalow might just be what you have been waiting for. A rare, 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath floor plan with hardwood floors that has been tastefully remodeled.
