DPJ Blogs

DPJ Blogs

Sips and Grub | The House Beer at The Roosevelt Tavern

September 22, 2009 | By

I must preface this with the fact that I am a beer snob. I like my brew to be awesome. That is my only requirement.

The Bearded Truth | Time for a Spirited Movie Experience?

September 21, 2009 | By

The concept is not new — many cities around the country have movie theaters and bars in the same building. But, as light rail, professional sports and great food has showed us, it doesn’t need to be a new idea to have a huge impact on Downtown Phoenix.

The Insecure Critic | Cookies and Cream ‘Extract’

September 17, 2009 | By

I was hoping for was a fun, sassy romp with some great characters and clever antics, and I got that in ‘Extract.’

The Sustainability Fair Comes to Town

September 17, 2009 | By

DPJ was at the scene of the Sustainability Fair that was at the Phoenix Convention Center.

Mayor Gordon’s Blog | Get Out and Volunteer

September 16, 2009 | By

We anticipate covering about 230 miles on area roads to attend Make A Difference Day projects. The message we like to send is that every individual can make a difference.

Sips and Grub | The Sorrel at Breadfruit

September 15, 2009 | By

While perusing the Breadfruit menu, I felt the urge to enjoy something truly unique. Lucky for this old soul, the wait staff was more than kind to point my hankerin’ stomach towards the Sorrel.

The Bearded Truth | Shop Local, Eat Local, Vote Local

September 14, 2009 | By

While the national elections are exciting, and monopolize most water cooler conversations and chain emails, I find the real excitement of politics when the issues are close to home. Yes, even elections are going local.

The Insecure Critic | ‘Babette’s Feast’ Comes Home

September 11, 2009 | By

So, I am doing something fun this week. I am reviewing a movie that I have never seen before, ‘Babette’s Feast,’ and also talking about my recent foray into cooking at home — let’s call that ‘Chad’s Feast.’

‘When in AZ’ Monthlong Celebration is Off and Rockin’

September 9, 2009 | By

The ‘When in AZ’ shows kicked off with a bang this past weekend, supporting both the arts and local charities.

Mayor Gordon’s Blog | Greenbuild International Conference and Expo

September 9, 2009 | By

Here are two more reasons to be excited about Green Phoenix: The U.S. Green Building Council’s national conference will happen right here in Phoenix from November 11-13, 2009, at the Phoenix Convention Center; and former Vice President Al Gore will be the keynote speaker!