Last night Haute Living Phoenix attended the VIP opening of Local Bistro, officially opening today in North Scottsdale. With Executive Chef Andrea Volpi at the helm, the kitchen presented guests with a sampling of the Italian, French and Spanish-style fare they plan to serve.

Don’t cooler temps make you want to tuck into a big bowl of comfort food? Mac and cheese is appealing to so many different palates because it can be dressed up or dressed down, even modified to take on multiple cultural influences. Here are our Top 5 favorite varieties around town for the next time you’re in the mood for this creamy and delicious dish.

OK, well maybe it’s not exactly as easy as simply “naming your price,” but The Country Club at DC Ranch is introducing new market-based price memberships , meaning potential members are now permitted to purchase memberships at prices set by current members looking to sell their own memberships. Was there ever a better time to get fit at this premier country club?

Just this week, British lifestyle brand Ted Baker London launched its long-anticipated U.S. e-commerce site, meaning fans of the fashion label in North, South and Central America will have easier access to the brand’s chic womenswear, menswear and accessories.

Open as of today, Sunshine Moon Peking Pub fills the space Bacon used to occupy in Scottsdale at Goldwater and Fifth Avenue. The new Asian restaurant is brought to us by husband and wife team Rich Sullivan and Dr. Julie Chandler, owners of the 5th and Wine restaurant in the Downtown Scottsdale Arts District.

On Wednesday, Nov. 17, Oscar-winning actor and humanitarian Sean Penn made a stop in Mesa to recognize Arizona residents Michael Pollack, a real estate developer, and sisters Shella Michel and Christine Ellis of Haitian Disaster Relief of Arizona for their contributions to the cause.

Fall brings a lot of changes — and a lot of stress, as we all gear up for the holidays ahead. Here are the Top 5 treatments around the Valley for re-balancing your mind and body as we make the transition into the dry desert winter.

This week we had the pleasure of trying out the D-BOX motion seats at the brand-new UltraStar Cinemas at Scottsdale Pavilions and discovered they add a whole new thrilling dimension to the cinematic experience.

Find the flavors of Hong Kong right here in Phoenix while partaking in this yummy Cantonese tradition. An important tip: Arrive early to avoid long waits, but be prepared for a smaller selection of goodies; or, arrive later to be spoiled for choice, but find yourself sipping more tea in between carts. Either way, enjoy the experience.