Rebecca L. Rhoades

Rebecca L. Rhoades is a Phoenix, Arizona-based writer and photographer. She covers travel, food and beverage, architecture, sustainability, and culture. You can learn more at her website, or follow her on Instagram @rlrhoades.

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June 30, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Native American Cuisine in Phoenix

From tepary beans to chiltepin chiles, posole to Navajo tacos, if you want to learn more about the traditional foods of the Sonoran Desert, check out these 9 eateries.

By Rebecca L. Rhoades

June 18, 2026

Dining Out With: The Power Couple Behind Brick Road Coffee

For the owners of one of the Valley’s most prominent queer businesses, meals are a community affair.

By Rebecca L. Rhoades

June 15, 2026

10 Phoenix Resort Restaurants That Locals Love Too

Creative menus, regionally sourced ingredients, and breathtaking settings have transformed tourist accommodations into dining destinations.

By Rebecca L. Rhoades

June 12, 2026

How Little Miss BBQ Became One of the Best Barbecue Restaurants in the Country

Owner Scott Holmes shares why and how the Phoenix smokehouse ranked No. 1 on Yelp’s Top 100 list.

By Rebecca L. Rhoades

May 21, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Sonoran Cuisine in Phoenix

These 10 restaurants emphasize the fresh ingredients and bold flavors that characterize the traditional dishes developed along the Arizona-Mexico border.

By Rebecca L. Rhoades