No fooling, April 1 marked a big day for Shift Restaurant: its fifth anniversary. Conveying a different approach to the “normal” dining experience, Shift’s pastry chef and owner Dara Wong says her mission is to shift her patrons’ palates by offering a small-plates-style restaurant with bold flavors, a locally-driven menu and artfully composed presentations. Born in Boulder, Colorado and raised under the culinary influence of her Asian father and Jewish mother, Wong says her passion for … [Read more...] about Dara Wong Encourages a Shift in the Dining Experience
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A Shift Coming to Downtown Flagstaff
After their wedding in September 2015, Dara and Joe Rodgers wanted to kick off their marriage with a slight change in direction – a kind of shift. When it opens its doors in April, that change will have manifested in Shift, their new restaurant in the historic Babbitt Building downtown. “We really wanted to dive right in to life with the wedding and opening a restaurant,” explained Dara, who is originally from Boulder, Colorado. ”We both felt we were ready for a change in our … [Read more...] about A Shift Coming to Downtown Flagstaff
Motor Excellence Continuing to Shift Focus
Flagstaff-based, Motor Excellence is continuing to shift its focus toward new applications and technology licensing. The company recently announced an additional force reduction as part of its transition plan started in November 2011. An additional 10 Full-time positions have been terminated. According to Jon Mrkonich, Motor Excellence (ME) president, the transition requires the company to focus on the continued development of motors for robotic applications, capitalizing on interest from … [Read more...] about Motor Excellence Continuing to Shift Focus
