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Love of family shared through Salsa Sanchez
For Cody and Rebecca Gilmore, Salsa Sanchez LLC is the realization of a longtime dream — but also a labor of love. The couple sells their salsa at St. Philip’s Plaza Market, 4280 N. Campbell Avenue from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays and Sundays. They hope to soon sell their brand of salsa at local…
Keeping the Sweet in Treat: Cinnaholic to celebrate its grand opening
A new sweet treat has hit the Eastside — and it’s health friendly. As health friendly as a cinnamon roll can be. At Cinnaholic Tucson, guests will find plant-based cinnamon rolls that are free of lactose, dairy, eggs and cholesterol. Are they ‘taste free?’ Absolutely not, said Katarina Macias, who co-owns the store with Elijah…
A brief guide to terpenes
As cannabis research continues, so has the focus on terpenes, the organic compounds found in the resinous glands of cannabis buds. Terpenes contribute to the flavor, aroma and physical effects of a particular strain. They’re important factors in selecting a strain of cannabis that best fits one’s needs. Cannabis is rising in popularity, particularly after…
Andee Huxhold now helms Tucson LGBTQ Chamber
Andee Huxhold is aware of the challenges that lie ahead for her as the new Tucson LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce executive director. Huxhold — who moved here from Northern Indiana — is up for the challenge. “I have to play catch up and do it quickly because I’ve got to represent, and I need to…
They’re Lovin’ It: What’s wrong with tipping fast-food workers?
I’ve always considered myself to be an old-school, proud liberal. I checked all the boxes: The son of immigrants, raised in a mostly minority area during the Civil Rights era, dad was a staunch union man. A good (nonliberal) friend of mine told me 30 years ago that I would change, quoting the line from…
Backstage Pass: Berggoetz is a master of the mix; Country event is for the dogs
Tucson musician Brian Berggoetz says, simply, there’s a lot of good missing in the world. He’s hoping to somewhat fill that void with “Magical Times,” his latest album. His latest show is Wednesday, May 22, at Monterey Court, 505 W. Miracle Mile, Tucson. Visit montereycourtaz.com for more information. “It seems like the crazy loud people…
‘City of Glass’: AJ Lee and Blue Summit pay homage
Although AJ Lee and Blue Summit could easily jump on current trends or adopt popular sounds given their rapid ascent, the Northern California bluegrass quartet is more intent on following its own sound, driven by the joy of making music with friends rather than commercial success. Touring its third full-length album, “City of Glass,” the…
Chela’s Latin Cuisine: Three siblings are bringing sexy, fun to family business
The health inspector slowly walked from room to room, fiercely scanning for flaws. The young owners, Luis, 25, and Leo Mejia, 21, sat in the dining area with their parents and business partners, Isela, 52, and Luis “Omar” Mejia Sr., 59. They listened intently to her faint words because one mistake could delay their restaurant opening…
Quite the Character: There’s nothing foolish about Frankie Quiñones
Frankie Quiñones is a stand-up comedian, actor and creator, known for his character work. Most recently, Quiñones starred in Hulu’s critically claimed, “This Fool,” for which he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the Independent Spirit Awards. But what he loves most is stand-up comedy, and that immediate response from…
