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Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine #15-4 (July 2025 - August 2025)

Mid Summer Issue (Current Issue July-August) Subscribe Free at https://discovertheregion.com/subscribe/ to Gain Access to the Entire Book Now! On The Cover: Kevin Costner 108 Pages Dear Readers, As summer peaks in the Valley, the city hums with monsoon storms, laughter on shaded patios, and the quiet beauty of museum halls. On our cover, we celebrate Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, where Kevin Costner was honored with the Western Spirit Award—highlighting a decade of preserving Western heritage. This season isn’t just about staying cool, but living smartly. “Cool Home, Hot Savings” shares tips to keep homes comfortable and energy bills down, while “Splash Safely” and “Prevent Drowning” offer must-know pool safety advice. And for pet owners, “Fur-ever Friends” helps cats and dogs live together peacefully during lively summer days. Food lovers will find plenty to savor. “Sweet Escapes with a View” reveals Phoenix’s coolest indoor dessert spots, and “Summer Happy Hours” lists the best dining deals in Old Town Scottsdale. Adventurous readers can explore “Exotic Culinary Delights,” featuring goat stew with cassava and vegan lavender ice cream. Beyond dining, we spotlight movement and conservation: “Workout Cool” showcases the inclusive Ability360 Sports & Fitness Center, while “Saving Every Drop of Water!” highlights SRP’s innovative efforts to protect our desert’s most vital resource. When the city heat lingers, “High Country Treks” invites you to cooler trails in Northern Arizona. And indoors, our “Book Reviews” recommend titles like “The Wide Wide Sea,” “Original Sin,” “Never Flinch,” and “Nightshade”—perfect reads for summer afternoons. What truly makes Phoenix summers special isn’t just how we cool off, but how we come together as neighbors, families, and explorers. We hope this issue inspires you to discover, taste, and celebrate the best of our region. Warmly, Marie Taylor Editorial Director Discover The Phoenix Region Magazine

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FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL

4.6-star Google Review Rating

16067 N Arrowhead Fountains Center Dr.

Peoria, AZ 85382

(623) 773-8080

Known For: American cuisine with a

focus on wood-fired cooking

https://firebirdsrestaurants.com

STATE 48 BREWERY

4.4-star Google Review Rating

13823 W Bell Rd.

Surprise, AZ 85374

(623) 584-1095

Known For: Pizza, American cuisine, and

craft beer

https://state48brewery.com

NICKS DINER II

4.4-star Google Review Rating

13765 N Litchfield Rd #101

Surprise, AZ 85379

(623) 556-2399

Known For: American diner cuisine

https://nicksdineraz.com

RIO MIRAGE CAFE

4.4-star Google Review Rating

13863 W Bell Rd #131, Surprise, AZ 85374

(623) 975-1522

Known For: Authentic Mexican cuisine,

made with fresh, high-quality ingredients

https://riomiragecafe.com

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL

4.1-star Google Review Rating

14043 W Bell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85374

(623) 214-3299

Known For: Italian cuisine

https://carrabbas.com

THE MELTING POT

4.6-star Google Review Rating

19420 N 59th Ave Ste A-111

Glendale, AZ 85308

(623) 444-4946

Known For: Interactive fondue dining

https://meltingpot.com

COOPER’S HAWK

WINERY & RESTAURANT

4.6-star Google Review Rating

16645 N 83rd Ave.

Peoria, AZ 85382

(623) 889-7171

Known For: American cuisine with a

focus on wine pairings

https://chwinery.com

PALMA

4.5-star Google Review Rating

10575 W Indian School Rd.

Avondale, AZ 85392

(623) 242-8388

Known For: Modern American cuisine

with a focus on seasonal ingredients

https://palmaaz.com

SEASONS 52

4.7-star Google Review Rating

2502 E Camelback Rd.

Phoenix, AZ 85016

(602) 840-5252

Known For: Modern American cuisine,

focus on seasonal ingredients, and 450

calories or less per dish

https://seasons52.com

PAPA PAUL’S BRICK OVEN

PIZZA & PASTA

4.5-star Google Review Rating

14861 W Indian School Rd.

Goodyear, AZ 85395

(623) 935-3113

Known For: Wood-fired pies, hearty

pasta dishes, and sandwiches

https://papapaulspizza.com

LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA

4.2-star Google Review Rating

13382 N Prasada Pkwy.

Surprise, AZ 85388

(623) 299-5999

Known For: Authentic Chicago-style

deep dish pizza, thin crust options, and

a menu featuring wings, salads, and

pastas

https://loumalnatis.com/surprise-az

Photography by: David Tadevosian