By: Sally Clasen Kristen Drathman knows the lyrics to most songs from the ’70s and ’80s, but it’s the sounds of the future she’s hoping to perfect. Drathman is the youth music director at Chandler Center for the Arts, where she’s led a summer music camp for the last 10 years for kids age 7 to 14…
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By Teresa Bitler Whether you’re looking to unwind with coworkers or grab a few drinks with friends, downtown Chandler has you covered. These five great happy hours will help you relax, unwind and end a busy day on a high note. Sasha’s Kitchen & Cocktails For a sophisticated, yet laidback happy…
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By: Sally Clasen The food scene in the Valley is now a robust, well-documented industry. But less than a decade ago, the spotlight on the emerging culinary market wasn’t as bright. In 2010, Chandler resident Taryn Jeffries helped light the flame on the local dining culture by ushering in a new model…
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By Teresa K. Traverse Hungry shoppers headed to Chandler Fashion Center are in luck. One of the Valley’s premiere retail destinations is also home to a variety of top-notch restaurants. From an outpost of a popular sports bar to a Mexican chain from a local family, here are nine stellar restaurants…
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By Teresa Bitler Live music makes a great day even better and in Chandler, you’ll have no problem finding live music at local restaurants, coffeehouses and bars. Here are five places to listen to live music when you’re visiting. The Wild Vine Uncorked Latin-style tapas, bruschetta and small…
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By Teresa K. Traverse Undoubtedly the heart of the suburbs, south Chandler has its fair share—and then some—of busy and bustling restaurants and eateries, including authentic Vietnamese cuisine, Mediterranean fare and Chicago-style pizza. From a long-standing, family-owned sushi spot to an outpost…
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By Michelle Jacoby Whether you’re looking to unwind with coworkers or grab a few drinks with friends, Chandler has you covered. These five killer happy hours combine budget-friendly food and drink deals with friendly service and a great atmosphere. The Wild Vine Uncorked This south Chandler tapas…
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By: Sally Clasen Kevin Hartke only has been on the job as mayor of Chandler since January 2019, but he’s been the city’s biggest advocate for decades. Prior to being elected mayor, Hartke was a Chandler city council member for nine years and twice served as vice mayor. He’s also served on many…
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By Lauren Saria On any given Friday afternoon, you may find Mahfam Moeeni-Alarcon catering a party, greeting customers at her downtown Chandler shop—or somewhere in between. The on-the-go lifestyle is a side effect of the success of the business she owns with her husband, Cristobal. “What we call it…
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By Teresa Bitler The best way to start the day is with a tasty breakfast. Make sure you start yours right with breakfast at any of these five Chandler restaurants. U.S. Egg Family owned and operated since 1986, U.S. Egg serves hearty traditional breakfasts. Feast on biscuits and gravy, omelets…
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