DPJ Yelper of the Week: Amber W. on the Vig Uptown
8/24/10 • by DPJ StaffI gently mentioned in person and a few times on Facebook that having some sort of tofu scrambler would really improve their menu. They listened.
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DPJ Yelper of Week: Robert M. on Boba Juice(full article)
8/17/10
I swung by Boba Juice three days in a row for a smoothie — that’s a pretty solid indicator that I like the place.
Sips and Grub | Urban Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich at Urban Cookies(full article)
8/17/10
Gluttonous, cool and delectable: This is the premier Phoenix summertime treat.
Downtown Beat | Summertime Deals(full article)
8/02/10
Combat summertime reclusiveness with these killer deals!
Christine Cassano: Recasting the Local Art Scene(full article)
7/08/10
This Friday, Phoenix artist Christine Cassano is shaking up the local art scene in two significant ways.
Downtown Beat | Sizzlin’ at the Heard, ‘Mahalo Mondays’ and Jams at Portland’s(full article)
7/06/10
What’s buzzing Downtown: Fun with the kids at the Heard, meals for a good cause at Hula’s Modern Tiki and live music and great food at Portland’s.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Rahul R. on All About Books & Comics(full article)
6/03/10
I started collecting in 1985, and being 34 years old, that makes me ancient in terms of modern comic book collectors. AABC is right up my alley.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Sunny B. on D’licious Dishes(full article)
5/19/10
Dinner for two for about 20 bucks and homemade meals without the hassle of cooking. This place rocks.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Tiffany B. on Stinkweeds(full article)
3/10/10
The idea of CD vs. download — I’ll pay the extra couple of $$ for a real CD, the art in the CD, supporting a local business and musicians.
m7 Week: Pierson Place Historic District(full article)
3/02/10
Pierson Place in Uptown Phoenix offers a great mix of affordability, various architectural styles, history and amenities close by.
City Dwelling | Windsor Square Historic Home Tour(full article)
3/01/10
This coming Sunday, March 7, the historic home tour caravan moves to Uptown, for a glimpse of what life is like in Windsor Square.
A Whole Lotta Love for Downtown(full article)
2/12/10
Happy Valentine’s Day! We’re showing our love for Downtown Phoenix by sharing our 14 favorite places and experiences.
Suns Spot | Suns Hit the Road, You Hit the Bars(full article)
1/14/10
The Suns are on the road for a few games, so Suns Spot decided to take a look at spots around Downtown Phoenix where Suns fans can still enjoy the away games.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Jessica F. on 16th Street Goodwill(full article)
1/12/10
This store is clean and doesn’t smell like dead people — a huge bonus in my book.
The Insecure Critic | Phoenix is Home Now(full article)
1/08/10
When I first moved to Phoenix, I never saw the move as something permanent. I expected to stay here for a few years, then move on. Something has kept me here, though.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Amy B. on Segal’s One Stop Kosher Foods(full article)
1/05/10
As a Jewish girl, I like to know where to get Kosher stuff.
2009: Downtown Phoenix Grew Up a Bit(full article)
1/04/10
With so much progress in a year (let alone during the big bad recession), it’s encouraging to see what’s happening in our city.
Ring in the New Year in Downtown Phoenix(full article)
12/30/09
There’s plenty to do around Downtown Phoenix for New Year’s Eve. The only decision to be made is where you’ll make your appearance.
Sips and Grub | Harira Soup at Luci’s Healthy Marketplace(full article)
12/29/09
A place like Luci’s is definitely in the far reaches of Uptown, but we can make an exception due to the delicious cuisine and friendly service.
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.
Santa is ‘Swingin’ into Town on December 17(full article)
12/15/09
Tis the season for friends, family and fun. Come and experience all these and more at Get Your Phx-Mas on December 17 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Phoenix Metro Retro.
Sips and Grub | $3 Burger Night at Maizie’s Café & Bistro(full article)
12/08/09
Tucked away under Landmark Tower resides Maizie’s Café & Bistro, a unique bistro that knows how to attract the hungry — offer delicious burgers for $3 from 4-close on Mondays.
Coffeetown, Arizona?(full article)
12/04/09
We’re no Seattle (or New York, or Chicago or Portland), but it’s no secret that Downtown Phoenix is supporting a decidedly growing coffee culture.
The Insecure Critic | ‘McLibel’ Burrito Revolution(full article)
11/20/09
Stop by Revõ Burrito one of these nights, and odds are you will see me there enjoying a veggie combo.
You Me and Apollo Heading Down the Train Tracks(full article)
11/16/09
You Me and Apollo, one of Phoenix’s up-and-coming singer/songwriters, will be performing on the Train Tracks on Tuesday, November 17 at 5 p.m.
Urban Cookies: Cookies and Caring on 7th Street(full article)
11/13/09
For the past four years, Shaun and Brady Breese have brought smiles to the residents of Central Phoenix with Urban Cookies.
Music from the Weekend: ‘When in AZ’ and CenPhoTV Benefit(full article)
11/09/09
Lots of music rang throughout Downtown Phoenix neighborhoods this past weekend.
Get Your Boutique On: Central and Camelback(full article)
11/06/09
Locally owned Red Hot Robot, Frances and Smeeks sit neatly in a row on the corner of Central and Camelback. Each store radiates friendly intimacy.
Help CenPhoTV, Hear Some Sweet Melodies(full article)
11/04/09
By now most of us have heard that CenPhoTV’s equipment was stolen a few weeks back. Now Stinkweeds is pitching in to help.
Certified Local Fall Festival Celebrates All Things Arizona(full article)
10/29/09
Can you name 60 local businesses that you love? Some of us can, and some of us flat out can’t. That’s why it’s important to attend Local First Arizona’s Certified Local Fall Festival.
Hunt for Tweets, Win Some Treats(full article)
10/21/09
Haus Modern Living owner Lew Gallo thought of a clever way to bring two concepts together — spending money at deserving local businesses and tweeting while doing it. He’s introducing TwitterHunt.
DPJ Yelper of the Week: Brittney S. on Artistic Tattoo(full article)
10/14/09
Every time I went in, I was given excellent service by Artistic Tattoo’s piercer/tattoo artist, Brent, aka B-Bird.
The Insecure Critic | Losing My ‘Religulous’ at St. Francis(full article)
10/09/09
What better way to reflect on ‘Religulous’ than our very own holy-sounding St. Francis, Aaron Chamberlin’s creation on Camelback Road just east of Central.
Hula’s Modern Tiki: Pupus, Pork Plates, Mai Tais and More(full article)
10/02/09
Presenting a snazzy, reinvented example of an older mid-century aesthetic, Hula’s Modern Tiki in Uptown is a welcome addition to not only the neighborhood, but also the entire city.
It All ‘Adds’ Up: Christoph Kaiser and His Garfield Neighborhood(full article)
9/23/09
Christoph Kaiser is helping to rebuilding Garfield one house at a time. Once an epicenter of gang activity and urban blight in Downtown Phoenix, Kaiser’s houses are now at the heart of Garfield’s resurgence, and among the coolest in Downtown Phoenix.
‘When in AZ’ Sweats All Over the Rhythm Room(full article)
9/15/09
The scene from last week’s When in AZ compilation release show at the Rhythm Room was sweaty, full of cheap beer and sometimes oddly confusing.
Sips and Grub | Pepper-Crusted Flat Iron Steak at St. Francis(full article)
9/08/09
It was suggested that this night of adventure needed to kick off right. Thus, the lavish, new St. Francis was selected for its holy name, apparently.
Rethinking Our Canals(full article)
9/08/09
Phoenix residents might consider themselves lucky to live along the 131 miles of canals, some of the only waterfront property in the Valley. That excitement is tempered a bit when one actually looks at some stretches of the canals.
Behind the Counter: Lindsay Cates at Stinkweeds(full article)
9/07/09
Stinkweeds owner Kimber Lanning can often be found in and around the record store, but she relies on a committed staff to keep things humming. One of these people is store manager Lindsay Cates.
St. Francis: Night One(full article)
9/05/09
A week ahead of its latest opening date extension, last night (Friday, September 4) welcomed the addition of Uptown’s biggest dining anticipation in quite some time: St. Francis.
Opening Soirée at Lola Coffee(full article)
5/30/09
Lola Coffee is hosting its oh so official grand opening party tonight (never mind that it’s been open for three weeks) and you’re invited. They’re luring everyone in with free coffee, some super secret live jams and even a few wine pours. Plus, there’s the killer atmosphere, munchable food and relaxed vibe that’s made Lola an instant success.
