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Canteen and El Rey: Bringing World Flavors to Downtown Phoenix

January 8, 2010 | By

In a few months, two new spots will join Nine|05 at 4th and Garfield streets: European-inspired gastropub Canteen and El Rey, a Mexico City-style taco n’ tequila joint.

2009: Downtown Phoenix Grew Up a Bit

January 4, 2010 | By

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.

Get Your Boutique On: Melrose

December 24, 2009 | By

Three boutiques — Qcumberz, Rust and Roses and Retro Ranch — capture the essence of the mile-long mecca that is Melrose.

Living the Upcycled Way

December 16, 2009 | By

If you’ve been at the corner of 5th and Roosevelt streets this past month, you’ve noticed the Upcycle Living model home on the northeast corner. Inside you find a green, affordable living space.

7th Ave. and McDowell: The Gateway to Downtown Phoenix

December 11, 2009 | By

The intersection of 7th Avenue and McDowell has long been overlooked. But, the corner is quietly becoming an important gateway to Downtown Phoenix.

The Man Behind the Mural: Roy Sproule and the Valley Youth Theater Mural

December 4, 2009 | By

Amidst the new construction, public art projects and restaurant openings throughout Downtown Phoenix, one local artist made a big impact with little more than a brush, some paint and a desire to create.

Get Your Boutique On: Central and Camelback

November 6, 2009 | By

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.

Like it Green? Welcome to the Link

October 28, 2009 | By

Local green building pioneers [merz]project built the Link building as the company’s headquarters, but it’s quickly become one of Downtown’s iconic urban renewal structures.

Kyle Jordre: Living in Color

October 26, 2009 | By

Kyle Jordre’s artist’s statement opens with “When I paint, I get lost.” He may get lost in his paintings, but they have helped him find himself and his place in Downtown Phoenix.

The Urban Grocery and Wine Bar Has Arrived

October 22, 2009 | By

After months of checking on the construction progress twice weekly at the Phoenix Public Market, the Urban Grocery and Wine Bar is finally here.