Nestlé USA announced the grand opening of its new beverage factory and distribution center in Glendale, Arizona. The new facility will produce creamers for several of Nestlé's go-to brands, including Coffee mate®, natural bliss® and Starbucks®, and has the ability to extend to additional beverages in the future. Today, people enjoy coffee and creamer beyond their morning … [More]
Unique Slide Park Plans Rapid Local and National Expansion in 2025
Slick City Action Park, the first-of-its-kind indoor dry slide park, announced the grand openings of two brand-new locations in Arizona. The Queen Creek location, a franchise-operated park, will officially open its doors this month, followed by the highly anticipated launch of the Scottsdale corporate location in March. These new parks bring Slick City’s unique blend of … [More]
Transformative Fitness Experience to Hit Arizona, Fitness Co. to Open First Locations
Amped Fitness announced its latest expansion, steering full speed towards the west with their brand-new locations set to open across Arizona. This marks a significant stride in our journey, not just broadening their geographic reach but also introducing a transformative fitness experience to new communities. Rather than the standard HVLP gym-model, their … [More]
VIG to Open First-Ever East Valley Location in Mesa
Genuine Concepts, the Phoenix-founded restaurant group, is excited to announce the opening of an all-new, neighborhood-centric location of The VIG in late spring. Custom built inside (and unwinding right out onto the open-air courtyards) of the Village Square at Dana Park on the NW corner of Val Vista Drive and Baseline Road, The VIG Dana Park (1744 S Val Vista Drive, Suite … [More]
Lauded Italian Hotspot Announces First-Ever Expansion Outside of Texas with New Scottsdale Restaurant
Western Addition Restaurant Group, the hospitality powerhouse behind some of Texas’ most sought-after restaurants, is making the first out-of-state expansion of cult-favorite il Bracco, an upscale Italian restaurant renowned for its buzzy atmosphere and loyal following, with the start of construction this week on a new Scottsdale location set to open in late 2025 and poised to … [More]
Chicago-Based Specialty Bakery Co. Acquires Phoenix Mexican Pastry Manufacturer
Strategic Addition to Sweetmore Portfolio Expands Business into New High Growth Category
Sweetmore Bakeries announced that it has completed an acquisition of Azteca Bakeries, a wholesale manufacturer of authentic Mexican pastries and baked goods based in Phoenix. The acquisition of Azteca will add to the already expansive set of premium products offered by Sweetmore Bakeries across retail and foodservice channels. Azteca is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, … [More]
Two Fox Restaurant Concepts to Open at Tempe’s Novus Place
Fox Restaurant Concepts is kicking off the new year with two highly anticipated debuts at Novus Place in Tempe, bringing fresh, feel-good food alongside vibrant Sonoran-style Mexican cuisine. Flower Child will open its doors on Feb. 4, followed by Blanco Cocina + Cantina on Feb. 5. Flower Child and Blanco will stand side by side, offering Novus Place visitors everything from … [More]
Utah Extended-Stay Hotel Brand Expands into Phoenix Market
LivAway Suites and West77 Partners have announced the groundbreaking of a new extended-stay hotel in Tolleson, Arizona, marking the first step in an ambitious expansion plan for the Phoenix metropolitan area. This development is part of a broader strategy to introduce multiple locations across the market, further establishing LivAway Suites as one of the fastest-growing brands … [More]
Longtime Mexican Food Favorite Opening New Tempe Location
Macayo’s Mexican Food, the longtime traditional Mexican food brand with multiple locations around the valley, has announced it will open its new Tempe location in mid-February as the lease on its current location comes to a close. Located in the Cornerstone shopping center at 715 S. Rural Rd., this location is closer to the ASU Tempe Campus, making it even easier and more … [More]
Local Breakfast Concept Accelerates Growth Opening 3 New Locations
Local breakfast favorite Over Easy is kicking off the new year with continued expansion across the Valley. The award-winning concept announced today the opening timeline for three new locations in 2025, building on the success of its Peoria, Tempe, and Queen Creek openings last year. “We are incredibly excited to continue our growth and bring the Over Easy experience to even … [More]
Celebrity Chef and Restaurateur Opens Tiki Taka in Scottsdale
Tiki Taka, the latest restaurant from acclaimed chef and restaurateur Richard Blais, opens in Scottsdale at the newly remodeled Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort. This is the James Beard Award-nominated cookbook author and TV personality's newest restaurant in Arizona, where he showcases shared plates highlighting flavors from Japanese and Spanish cultures, while incorporating … [More]
All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Restaurant Opens 7th Arizona Location, Unveiling a Modern Redesign
Lin’s Grand Buffet, the all-you-can-eat dining destination known for its family-friendly atmosphere and commitment to quality, announced the grand opening of its 17th location in the Southwest. Situated at 10021 N Metro Pkwy E in Phoenix, this new restaurant represents a significant milestone for the brand, unveiling a modern redesign that reflects the evolving tastes of its … [More]
Phoenix-Based Conversational AI Co. Expands Collaboration to 109 Jiffy Lube Locations Nationally, Revolutionizing Customer Experience
Revmo AI, a leading Phoenix-based conversational AI company, announced the expansion of its collaboration with Stonebriar Auto Services, LLC, a prominent Jiffy Lube franchisee, now encompassing 109 locations across the U.S. This milestone highlights a shared commitment to leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to enhance customer interactions and operational … [More]
Looking Good 2025 – January Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
ACHIEVEMENTS Holmes Murphy Named a Best Places to Work Jim Hebets Honored by Forbes Local UBS Financial Advisors Recognized by Forbes ASU President Michael Crow Named to TIME100 Climate List PHILANTHROPY Plexus Worldwide Raises Funds for Phoenix Children’s Delta Dental Supports Little Free Library Program … [More]
Fast-Casual Mexican Restaurant Expands into Arizona with Upcoming Restaurant Openings in Phoenix and Scottsdale
QDOBA, America's rapidly growing #2 restaurant brand in the Mexican fast-casual category, today announced that the company will expand into Arizona with the upcoming opening of two new restaurants in Phoenix and Scottsdale in January. The new locations join existing, on-campus locations at Grand Canyon University and Arizona State University. Located in Phoenix at 4901 Ray … [More]
Collaborative Inspiration Creates Unique Coffee Bar Showroom
Two local entrepreneurs recognized a business opportunity and created an unusual collaboration: furniture showroom and coffee bar. “What began as coffee runs and breakfasts between local business owners has evolved into a welcoming space where Phoenix’s homegrown talent truly shines,” says Nick Arambula, CEO of Neighbor, one half of the collaboration. Neighbor, known for … [More]
Co-working Kitchen Concept Welcomes Culinary Entrepreneurs
PREP®, a culinary co-working and shared commercial kitchen concept, has expanded its operations to Arizona, opening PREP Kitchens Scottsdale at Shea Boulevard and Scottsdale Road. Since its inception in 2014, PREP® has been on a mission to support passionate food entrepreneurs by offering comprehensive mentorship, state-of-the-art facilities and a robust community of culinary … [More]