The next time you’re driving down I-17 and pass Camp Verde, you might give a little more thought to this quiet mecca. Along with its designation as an American Viticulture Area (AVA) and its eclectic restaurants, there is a barley malthouse, where the barley grain is processed to be used in beer making. Here, Sinagua Malt is conserving water and supplying brewers around the state. This started when Chip Norton, a youthful 70-plus-year-old river recreationist turned conservationist, decided to … [Read more...] about Chip Norton Conserves Water, Supplies Brewers with Sinagua Malt
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John Conley Creates Fat Bagels
Greg Klause was living the good life in New Jersey, semi-retired and working a few days at a local ski resort during the winter season until a phone call buzzed in from his good friend, Chef John Conley. “Hey Greg, how would you like to come to Flagstaff and run my new restaurant, Fat Bagels,” said Conley, as Klause recalls. After pondering the question for a few moments, Klause said, “Yes!” “I just couldn’t resist a good opportunity,” he said. “I love a good authentic New York kettle-boiled … [Read more...] about John Conley Creates Fat Bagels
Raising Arizona Grass Raised Beef the Old-Fashioned Way
Traditional cattle ranching in Arizona hasn’t changed much in the last century or so for some like Arizona Grass Raised Beef owner Tim Petersen. True Western ranching includes cowboys, ranch hands and farm workers who still ride horses, put in long days of hard work and raise cows on the rich native grasses. Spending an average of 13- to 14-hour workdays, Petersen is a modern man guided by yesterday’s practices. “I’m a third-generation meat cutter born in Chicago but raised from a toddler on … [Read more...] about Raising Arizona Grass Raised Beef the Old-Fashioned Way
Homebrewers Across the Four Corners Region Rely on Adam Harrington
If you’ve ever had the gut feeling that fermented food is good for you, you’re right. Recent studies have shown that kimchi, tepache, cider and sourdough are healthy for the tummy and surprisingly, even a beer a day can be beneficial. What’s really cool is these are all do-it-yourself (DIY) nutriments, and High Altitude Homebrew Supply Owner Adam Harrington can guide you in the right direction to all the ingredients to make them. “Tepache is a South American drink made from fermented … [Read more...] about Homebrewers Across the Four Corners Region Rely on Adam Harrington
A Life of Connections and Pathways
Sharon Tewksbury-Bloom’s life seems to be all about pathways. Founder of Bloom Facilitation, she helps businesses and organizations find ways to connect to create a positive impact. She also is an avid hiker with the goal of finishing the 800-mile Arizona Trail by this time next year. And, as a two-time bone marrow donor, she is credited with lengthening the life journey of her sister and a stranger. Building Strong Teams In her facilitation business, Tewksbury-Bloom strives to build a … [Read more...] about A Life of Connections and Pathways
Arizona Mountain Inn Nurtures Love, Inspires Dreams
Twenty-five years ago, newlyweds Brian and Mary Bostwick spent their honeymoon at Arizona Mountain Inn & Cabins on Valentine’s Day. During that time, they fell in love with Northern Arizona and vowed to someday make it their home. Later that year, they did. “We were both in the technology industry and my husband, Brian, had some construction experience, so we played with the idea of purchasing some acreage and building cabins in Flagstaff,” said Mary. “What we didn’t know was the … [Read more...] about Arizona Mountain Inn Nurtures Love, Inspires Dreams
Williams Judge Takes a Break from Courtroom on Honey Creek Farm
Feeling as comfortable on the bench as he does officiating a wedding at the edge of the Grand Canyon, Williams Justice Court Judge Rob Krombeen says he is living the sweet life, literally, tending to Honey Creek Farm. “I feel we are living the sweet life because of the fruitful contributions we make toward sustainable farming on our property and the relationships we build with our customers as we improve their quality of life through the products we provide,” he said. Judge Krombeen and … [Read more...] about Williams Judge Takes a Break from Courtroom on Honey Creek Farm
Communications from a Family of Hams
It was a thrill making contact with volcanic Bouvet Island, says local ham operator Bob Wertz, marking a 47-year quest and the final confirmed contact with all 340 countries and independent entities. “Very few hams in the world have done this and I only know of eight others in Arizona that have ever contacted all 340 entities,” he said. “This is amazing to me, as there are about 22,000 Hams just in Arizona.” Bouvet is an island dependency of Norway, located 9,124 miles from Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Communications from a Family of Hams
Josh McIver Brings Nashville Hot Chicken to Camp Verde
Flew the Coop Nashville Hot Chicken Shack owner Josh Mclver believes his style of chicken may be unique to Northern Arizona. Customers believe his spicy chicken rub, made from Caroline Reaper peppers, may well be the hottest around. Considered to be the hottest pepper in the world, the Carolina Reaper, used in Flew the Coop’s hottest rub, measures more than two million Scoville Heat Units. “Our basic proprietary 12-spice recipe for our rub is derived from my wife, Jen’s, style, which is … [Read more...] about Josh McIver Brings Nashville Hot Chicken to Camp Verde
Ruby Road Vintage Mall Offers Upcycled Treasures
Mondays can be quiet in small towns, but for Ruby Road Vintage Mall in Camp Verde, the start of the work week is bustling with business. Packed with 60 vendor spaces, the store sells a mix of estate treasures, trendy home goods, repurposed furniture, new items and more. The staff at Ruby Road Vintage Mall totals about a dozen people who work part-time. “Most everyone that works here also sells here and it’s a great advantage for them,” said Ruby Road Vintage Mall Owner Pamela … [Read more...] about Ruby Road Vintage Mall Offers Upcycled Treasures
