Although many people remember Ethan Zohn as the winner of “Survivor: Africa” from 2002, the philanthropist, sports analyst and nonprofit entrepreneur is so much more than a reality TV star. And he attributes his success, primarily, to the Jewish values he learned in his youth. “The Jewish community was a huge part of my upbringing….
The human race faces a serious conundrum. It is estimated that by 2040, we will need to feed more than 9 billion people and there is a growing concern about sustainability and availability of animal-based protein sources. While some companies are looking into edible insects like crickets, Yoram Yerushalmi and his partners at Israeli startup…
Sandy Rife honored with Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland award Sandy Rife of Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix was honored by The Jewish Federations of North America’s National Women’s Philanthropy with its prestigious Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award. The award was announced at the 2016 International Lion of Judah Conference held Sept. 11-13 in Washington, D.C. The prestigious, internationally recognized Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award…
You expect to find animals at a zoo, but what about animals constructed from LEGO bricks? From now through Jan. 2 you can supplement your everyday zoo encounters with the striking artwork that comprises “Nature Connects: Art with LEGO Bricks” at the Phoenix Zoo. Nature Connects features 27 animal and flora sculptures created by New…
Lynn Rae Lowe’s exhibit at the Tucson Jewish Community Center is much more than a collection of beautifully depicted Hebrew letters paying homage to 12 iconic Jewish artists of the 20th century. “Illuminations: Aleph to Tav” is a fitting celebration of the Tucson artist’s 70th birthday, bringing together a multi-layered expression of her vision, knowledge,…
Jennifer Cafarella is passionate about her life: As a dancer, teacher, mother and business owner. When speaking with her, you can hear that passion for her school, the Ballet Theatre of Phoenix, and her professional company and for showing others how to include the art in their own lives. “I started my formal ballet training…
Prior to 2012, Laura Silverman’s travel experience had been limited to the United States and Canada. But now she can boast that she has been to 40 countries as publicist traveling with the world-famous Cirque du Soleil. Before she joined Cirque du Soleil, she was living in Chicago and working for a public relations firm…
Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour and sale, Hidden in the Hills, celebrates its 20th year during the last two weekends of November: Nov. 18-20 and Nov. 25-27. A signature event of the non-profit Sonoran Arts League, HITH features 188 artists in 47 studio locations throughout the scenic Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek,…
The leaves are turning, the weather is changing and the harvest air is whistling aromas of “pumpkin spice and everything nice.” This is my favorite time of year, especially here in Arizona. With all the continuing entertaining that still awaits us, I wanted to share this beautiful, colorful and tasty dish, which will leave your…
THIS MONTH’S RESTAURANT Chestnut Fine Foods & Provisions $$ 4350 E Camelback Road Bldg. I-100, Phoenix 602-708-7679 chestnutaz.com Sometimes the best way to describe something is to say what it’s not. Chestnut Fine Foods & Provisions is not a corporate designed, focus grouped, themed concept restaurant or copy of any place I’ve ever seen. It…
