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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ZUZU AT HOTEL VALLEY HO

(FEATURED ON PAGE 89)

4.6-star Google Review Rating

(480) 421-7997

4432 N Scottsdale Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Known for it’s American cuisine with

a focus on Southwestern influences

and a lively atmosphere.

https://hotelvalleyho.com/zuzu

OCEAN PRIME

4.5-star Google Review Rating

(480) 947-5400

7022 E Camelback Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Known for it’s seafood & extensive wine list.

EDDIE V’S PRIME SEAFOOD

4.5-star Google Review Rating

(480) 947-3223

6937 E Camelback Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Known for it’s seafood dishes and

extensive wine list.

SEL (FEATURED ON PAGE 87)

4.5-star Google Review Rating

(480) 949-6296

7044 E Main St.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Known for its modern American cuisine

with a focus on seasonal ingredients

and creative cocktails.

https://www.selrestaurant.com

ROKA AKOR SCOTTSDALE

4.5-star Google Review Rating

(480) 308-8668

7277 E Camelback Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Known for its Japanese cuisine with

a focus on robata-grilled meats and

seafood.

THE VIG

4.7-star Google Review Rating

10100 N Scottsdale Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85253

(480) 424-7017

Known For: American cuisine with a

Southwestern flair

https://thevig.us

Photography by: Petar Djordjevic

The baseball size, Rocher Dessert

At ZUZU (Hotel Valley Ho)

Photography by: La Belle Social Media

DTPR MAGAZINE #15-4: July - August 2025