Jill Schildhouse is a native Phoenician and award-winning lifestyle writer and editor who regularly contributes to such publications as Reader’s Digest, AARP, U.S. News & World Report, Taste of Home, and Southern Living. Jill has visited 43 countries and is always planning her next adventure.
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Latest from Jill Schildhouse
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Din Tai Fung just opened in Scottsdale—I went to see if it’s worth the hype
Scoring a table at Scottsdale’s most in-demand restaurant isn’t easy. Here’s what actually delivers once you’re inside.
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11 restaurants in metro Phoenix where kids can eat for free
Dining out with kids in Phoenix doesn’t have to break the bank—these Valley restaurants offer deals that make family meals a lot more affordable.
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Sip on history at 8 of the oldest bars in Arizona
From Old West saloons to historic hotel bars, these Arizona watering holes have been pouring drinks—and stories—for generations.
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7 places to see and smell wildflowers near Phoenix
Here are seven places where you can see and smell wildflowers in and around Phoenix this spring.
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Your guide to the 2026 Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show
The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show returns Feb. 12–22 at WestWorld. Here’s what to know about tickets, events, shopping, free nights, and first-timer tips.
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Forget the big meal kits—these 6 Arizona-based delivery services do it better
Need help with dinner? Ditch the national meal kits and opt for a tasty, local solution instead.
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7 dude ranches in Arizona that let you live out your Western dreams
Discover seven of the best dude ranches in Arizona for horseback riding, campfire cookouts, and Old West charm, from Tucson to Wickenburg.
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Celebrity chef Scott Conant found a new pace in Arizona—and bottled a piece of his past
We spoke to celebrity chef and newfound Arizonan Scott Conant about his newest venture, which has everything to do with his past.
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I stayed at Scottsdale’s newest hotel, The Remi—Here’s how it lived up to the hype
I stayed at Scottsdale’s newest hotel, The Remi—here’s how it lived up to the hype.
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These 11 themed restaurants in Arizona will blow you away
From organ-powered pizza to saddle barstools and a 1920s train car bar, these Arizona spots go all-in on theme. Here’s what to order and who they’re for.
