So many new restaurants!!

WOW, we went straight from a lingering summer into winter!! I’m all for it, hoodie season is the best season.

In this edition:

While seeing a moving at the AMC Deer Valley theaters, I noticed there were a couple new restaurants in that shopping center, that I had not seen before. We stopped in to give them a try last week. You can learn more about them both in this week’s episode of the Everything Arrowhead Podcast.

Pickleman’s Gourmet Café is opening its first Arizona location at Arrowhead Towne Center. The Missouri-based chain offers sandwiches, salads, soups, macaroni bowls and thin-crust pizzas with a focus on fresh, fast meals. This new spot adds another convenient dining option for anyone looking for a quick lunch or an easy dinner near Arrowhead Ranch. (link)

Shwarmania AZ is opening its first permanent restaurant in Glendale after building a strong local following as a popular food truck. The new spot brings its signature shawarma, wraps, bowls and fresh Mediterranean flavors to a full indoor location for the first time. They are a welcome addition for anyone who has enjoyed their truck around the Valley and for anyone looking to try something new here in Arrowhead. Find them on Instagram

The Venturini family and Phil Igneri are proud to announce the upcoming opening of Pizzicata Ristorante & Pizzeria — our 4th restaurant and 3rd Pizzicata location — coming soon to The Citadelle Plaza, in the space formerly home to Bottega Ristorante & Pizzeria. (link)

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following closures as part of the Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway) widening project:

Nick and J.D. hit the streets (and the calories) in this week’s Everything Arrowhead Podcast — sampling new spots, scoring freebies, and spotlighting some seriously good local eats.

Here’s what they covered:

🍩 BoSa Donuts – Free Donut Month! Grab a free donut or free coffee at the new BoSa on 67th & Pinnacle Peak. No sign-ups, no gimmicks — just donuts.

🍝 Babbo Remodel & Grand Re-Opening A gorgeous new interior, expanded kitchen, all-new market, craft cocktails, and a killer couples pairing menu. Mention the Everything Arrowhead Podcast and get Babbo Bucks for a future visit.

🥪 Philly Steak & Burger Co. Need a legit cheesesteak fix now that Phila Deli is gone? This place delivered. Nick tried the Monster Burger… and didn’t leave a crumb.

🍗 Wing Snob New to AZ — fast, fresh wings with tons of sauces. Perfect before a movie or takeout night.

☕ Cat Café Coming to 43rd & Union Hills Adoptable cats, coffee, and a cozy hangout vibe. Nick is very excited. J.D.… less so.

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Last week’s trivia question was ‘Who operated a ferry on the upper Colorado river near Page until his execution by a firing squad?’

The answer was: John Doyle Lee

The man who operated a ferry on the upper Colorado River near today’s Page was John D. Lee, a Mormon pioneer whose isolated homestead became known as Lee’s Ferry. Lee ran the crossing with his family in the 1870s, helping early settlers reach northern Arizona. His story took a darker turn when he became the only person executed for the Mountain Meadows Massacre, a tragic 1857 attack on an emigrant wagon train. Lee was tried, convicted, and executed by firing squad in 1877, but his ferry site remains an important landmark along the Colorado River. (link)

Next week will be busy with Thanksgiving, but there is still plenty of fun & cool things to do this weekend. Check out the Weekend Lineup on our Instagram to see what is happening nearby. Be sure & follow us so you get the Lineup each week😎

[Glendale] Photos with Santa at Arrowhead Towne Center. Now through December 24th.

The magic of the holiday season comes alive with a visit to Santa’s winter wonderland. Santa will be here starting November 7 and is located on the lower level near JCPenney. A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.

[Glendale] Pet Nights with Santa at Arrowhead Towne Center. November 24th, December 1st & 8th Times: 4-7PM

Bring your pets, big and small, and watch as they strike a pose with Santa! Our skilled photographers will be on hand to capture the magic of the moment, creating timeless memories for you and your beloved companions.

[Glendale] The Arrowhead Farmers Market is hosting their market at its new location every Saturday from 9am-1pm, at Dream City Church, 21000 N 75th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308

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Thanksgiving is upon us and that means you may be having a few thousand extra calories with family. Join us on Saturday, November 29th and burn off some those second & third helpings!! We’ll be doing a loop hike on the Ridgeline & Coach Whip trails, that will be a great way to introduce out of town visitors to the amazing trails & views that help make Arrowhead Ranch the amazing community it is.

Get the details & all of our upcoming hikes at ArrowheadHikingClub.com

This group is for everyone of all skill levels, seasoned backpacker to beginner, we’d love to have you join us.

HOME OF THE WEEK: Del Lago is one of the premier communities in Arrowhead Ranch, and is full of custom homes with golf course & waterfront lots. Find out what you get for $1,075,000 in this highly desirable community.

See all the info & pics here.

Meet Amy Rose

Amy Rose and her brothers were surrendered to our rescue. They family could not care for them any longer. Mom is a cattle dog and dad is a Shih Tzu. We are as perplexed as you on who that all went down!

Amy Rose is the sweetest one of the bunch. She loves to snuggle and play with her brothers. She is a puppy! She will need help learning her manners and work on potty training. She has puppy energy too!

Amy Rose is spayed, UTD on vaccines (needs two additional vaccines), and microchipped.

Amy Rose is 3.5 months old and weighs 9 pounds.

Learn more about Amy Rose and the other available pets at Paw Posse Animal Rescue.