DPJ Blogs

DPJ Blogs

The Insecure Critic | Losing My ‘Religulous’ at St. Francis

October 9, 2009 | By

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.

Rumor Has it…

October 9, 2009 | By

A little birdy told DPJ a rumor that the historic Gold Spot building on 3rd Avenue and Roosevelt Street is about to secure two new tenants.

Sips and Grub | Postino’s Bruschetta

October 6, 2009 | By

I had heard tale that a fine little establishment existed just up the road from Central and Camelback, dishing out some famous bruschetta and pouring fine wine late into the evening.

The Bearded Truth | The Locavore Lifestyle

October 5, 2009 | By

I try as hard as I can to partake in the locavore lifestyle. However, I find that sometimes a green life requires that other type of green.

Mayor Gordon’s Blog | Public Housing Goes Green

September 30, 2009 | By

Hard work is paying off — $3.4 million to be exact. The city was just notified, once again, that the Housing Department was awarded a competitive ARRA grant.

Sips and Grub | The Lynwood Palmer at SideBar

September 29, 2009 | By

I had heard of a cool bar that is tucked away at 7th Avenue and McDowell. I suppose SideBar is my diamond in the rough, and that gives it a huge lead on every other place. Now I just have to find it again.

Thoughts on Modified Arts

September 28, 2009 | By

By now most have heard the news that broke yesterday that Kimber Lanning is stepping down from her helm at Modified Arts, and the indie music that is oh so loved here is going with her.

The Insecure Critic | ‘The Informant!’ a.k.a. How I Survived the Clarendon Parking Lot

September 25, 2009 | By

‘The Informant’ is an intriguing and well-executed period piece, while Gallo Blanco Café offers the best brunch for your money in Phoenix.

‘When in AZ’ Brings the Rock to the Hard Rock Café

September 23, 2009 | By

Sponsored by local Internet radio station Creamy Radio, the final release show for the When in AZ compilation rocked out last Friday night at Hard Rock Café.

Mayor Gordon’s Blog | Tourism and You

September 23, 2009 | By

Literally, for Phoenix, strength is in numbers. An increased number of visitors and conventions to the area will strengthen local economic recovery efforts.