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"We all need a sugar-fix every now and then, and if you are visiting Scottsdale, Sugar Bowl is the place to go. Built in 1958, this family-run restaurant and ice-cream parlor has been a tourist hot spot and a local favorite for decades. When you’re here, try their famous old-fashioned soda with scoops of freshly made vanilla ice cream."

"A post shared by Sugar Bowl (@sugarbowlaz) on Nov 13, 2014 at 3:14pm PST. The Scottsdale landmark began serving classic American fare and decadent ice cream creations in 1958. They’re one of Scottsdale’s Founding Businesses and have been placed on the Historic Preservation Register."

"Located in the Plaza Mountainside, Pomegranate Café is a cozy neighborhood spot with sidewalk seating that serves organic, gluten-free, raw, and vegan fare along with fresh juices. The farm-to-table menu features made-from-scratch fare such as wholesome homemade bread, flavorful health bowls of quinoa and grains, fresh, crisp salads, and decadent desserts accompanied by mouth-watering lattes steamed with hand-crafted syrups. The lovely little neighborhood café offers breakfast bites of omelets, egg scrambles, stacks of pancakes, French toast, quiche Lorraine, and biscuits and gravy in addition to fresh fruit juices, imported teas, and a variety of coffee and specialty coffee drinks."

"The whirring sound of blenders fills the air at mother-daughter-owned Pomegranate Café, as fruits and veggies get pulverized into superfood smoothies like the “Green Monkey” (with spirulina and Sunwarrior protein powder). The food menu is extensive and robust, offering more than a dozen breakfast items including scrambles, wraps, and burritos. That is followed by a slew of starters (standard vegan appetizers like Buffalo cauliflower, spinach artichoke dip with bread and chips, and a hummus plate), plus salads, sandwiches, and plant-based burgers."

"The Pomegranate Cafe is a popular bright, spacious neighborhood vegan/vegetarian restaurant on Chandler Boulevard in Phoenix. It proves once and for all that healthy does not have to mean boring. Almost everything is organic, locally sourced and seasonal."

"We can't tell you exactly what makes La Grand Orange (better known as LGO) so cool, but we vote that it's at least partly due to the vegetarian menu items. This OG of the contemporary Arcadia restaurant scene is a bustling gourmet bakery, market and café that hits all the marks for a charming neighborhood spot that's a delicious choice any time of day: from organic coffee and pastries in the morning to gelato and craft cocktails after dinner. The wide range of breakfast items as well as the pizzas are a particularly popular, but you'll find tasty chili, sandos and salads, craft beer and wine by the glass here, too."

"LGO, which serves breakfast until 5pm, is the perfect place for a quick bite. The “grocery” end of the neighborhood restaurant features delicious breakfast items such as Organic Oatmeal served with berries, the famous English Muffins, sandwiches like the Turkey Reuben and a modernized Croque Madame. And if you;re looking for something more lunch-y, there’s also a wide variety of salads, and even sushi."

"One of the best places to bring the family in Arcadia is La Grande Orange. Located on the corner of 44th Street and Campbell Ave, LGO is a beloved artisan grocery, complete with a bakery, pizzeria, and agelato shop. While you wait for you food, browse through their eclectic gift shop collections, filled with fun toys and specialty food items."

"The idea for a vegan ice cream shop emerged from the restaurant’s infamous organic ice cream treat: the tSoynami. These now-famous vegan treats start with homemade soy tSoft tServe, then combines with such goodies as cakes, cookies, chocolate, peanut butter, fruit and just about anything else you can think of. The restaurant’s bakers and baristas pour their hearts into each and every creation (and the list of selections is long)."

"These sugary concoctions filled with everything from chocolate cake to ginger cookies, Tsoynamis are a must-try in Phoenix. Nami and its sister restaurant, Green, are both completely vegan, but I can assure you each dish feels indulgent. Nami never ceases to amaze its customers with surprising flavors and ingredients."

"Cold Stone Creamery offers the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience. Ice Cream, Cakes, Shakes, Birthday Cake the Way You Want It"

"If you’re looking for an abundance of wild and crazy doughnuts, you’ve come to the right place. The cake doughnuts do the job, but the raised are excellent and an awful lot of fun. The peach pie doughnut arrives with fruity crumbles and a dollop of peach pie filling."

"It’s never too late or absurd to go tell your poor donut joint that ‘enough is enough’. ‘Oh, sorry man, I don’t like your joint anymore.’ This is only possible if you have found the Local Donut. This is one of the best donut shops in Phoenix."

"Staying power: Dort and Earl Mettler transported customers back to their mothers’ kitchen tables with freshly prepared, high-quality sandwiches and simple comforting lunches. The Duck, as it was first known, offers a larger selection that includes specialty foods, beverages and other goodies."

"We like stopping by Duck & Decanter to buy wine for a few reasons. The provincial market ambiance makes the tiny wine shop and bar feel like the public house of a small European town. While the bottle selection may not be vast, there are a few labels you'd be hard-pressed to find elsewhere."

"The spray feature is more than just a splash pad, it's an addition to the playground in the hot summer. The park also has a nature trail and basketball court. Details: Open daily."

"Margaret T. Hance Park is home to the Japanese Friendship Garden, Irish Cultural Center, McClelland Irish Library and the historic Winship House. At 32 acres, Margaret T. Hance Park is one of the smaller parks on the list but this spot in downtown Phoenix isn’t your typical sports-and-playground park. It is home to the Japanese Friendship Garden, Irish Cultural Center, McClelland Irish Library and the historic Winship House."

"The 32-acre park is relaxing and surrounded by history, making you completely forget the time you absolutely lost it in traffic in I-10's tunnel right below you. There are reservable ramadas, the grass is lush (most of the time), and there are more than a few neighboring restaurants. Think Match Kitchen & Cocktails, Fez, SoSoBa, and Pizza People Pub."

"A little oasis in the heart of downtown, Margaret T. Hance Park is a lovely escape from city life. The 32-acre park was named in honor of the city’s first female mayor. It has expansive shaded grassy areas, picnic tables and a volleyball court."

"Sushi 101 has been schooling Valley residents for more than 15 years. Founded by siblings with true talent for entrepreneurship and a passion for sushi, Sushi 101 has taken great strides to ensure only the best quality ingredients are used by expertly trained chefs. Happy hour is 4 p.m."