Tempe, AZ June 2024

The Men's Issue

It was the late 1990s and my boyfriend (now husband) and I would go watch Esteban play at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch. We’d sit outside, listen to the tunes, and stare up at the stars.

Fast-forward all these years and now I had the honor to interview him for this issue. Who would have thought back then that more than two decades later we’d be working together on a cover story?

Watching Esteban’s success over the years has been wonderful, and you can read his story and learn all about him—as well as find out some of his favorite spots in Tempe!

In this Men’s Issue, we also meet dentist extraordinaire Dr. Daniel J. Lyu, learn how to get fit in just 20 minutes a day (really!), and visit local favorite Freely Taproom & Kitchen.

We also chat with the founders of Regen 33 Optimal Health and Love Skin Holistic Medical Spa & Love Skin Botanicals.

Enjoy the issue, and for you dads out there, Happy Father’s Day!

See you next month!

Yours,

MICHELLE GLICKSMAN, EDITOR @TEMPECITYLIFESTYLEMAGAZINE

June 2024

PUBLISHER

Wendy Bates

wendy.bates@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Michelle Glicksman

michelle.glicksman@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Brad Hendron, Justine Wallstrom

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson

AD DESIGNER Matthew Endersbe

LAYOUT DESIGNER Jamie Housh Learn how to start your

city scene

WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN

1: Members of JT’s Island Steel Drum Band, Ruth Parsons, Greg Parsons, and James “JT” Taylor. 2: Eddie Katz and Dr. Samuel Nwafor, medical director of Steward Health Care at the Tempe St. Luke’s First Responders BBQ. 3: Greg Ruiz, Tempe deputy city manager, Damon Brown, Steward Health Care, Kenneth McCoy, Tempe police chief, and Mayor Corey Woods. 4: Assistant Chief Jim Sweig and Assistant Chief Dan O’Neil at St. Luke’s Hospital’s First Responders BBQ. 5: Brooke Bogart, Melati Parker, and Michelle Hunt at an eclipse viewing event at Wijaya House Books. 6:

Woods, Louis Silverman, John Skelton, Bernard Johnsen, and Colin Diaz at the Praesidium Law ribbon-cutting. 7: American Family Insurance agent Tyson Brown, with David Key and Colin Diaz at the Praesidium Law ribbon-cutting.

Mayor Corey

business monthly

Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits Debuts New Offerings

Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits debuted its new summer happy hour menu and seasonal lunch and dinner offerings alongside innovative, rooftop cocktails. On weekdays from 2 to 6 p.m., unwind at Terra Tempe with a selection of signature dishes at a discounted price, along with 15% off all wines by the glass or bottle. New dinner brunch additions include the Oreo French Toast, and dinner items include the Veracruz Salmon and Spring Pappardelle, among others. TerraTempe.com, SkysillRooftop.com

Scan to read more

Drink Me! Expands with New Express Tea Bar Concept

Drink Me! Tea Room recently expanded. Owner Melissa Harlan opened Drink Me! Tea & Treats, an express tea bar concept, next to the tea room. Drink Me! Tea & Treats sells premium loose-leaf teas, tea drinks, and also offers allergy-friendly treats. It is also partnering with Brick Road Coffee, another Tempe craft beverage staple, to bring its cold brew coffee to the menu. There are also gluten-free and plant-based bakery items. DrinkMeTeaRoom.com

Pedal Haus Brewery’s Day Drinker Light Lager Wins Big Award

Forbes recently announced local Pedal Haus Brewery’s Day Drinker Light Lager was named the second best (Silver) International Light Lager in the world, according to the 2024 World Beer Cup. Locally-owned and -operated, Pedal Haus Brewery has proven itself to be influential in the craft brewing realm. The Arizona brewery has won more than 40 medals and awards, such as multiple gold medals at the 2023 Arizona Craft Beer Awards (including Brewery of the Year). PedalHausBrewery.com

At Home with Esteban

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

The Famous Guitarist on Music, Performing with Family, and Living in Tempe

Guitarist Esteban is known worldwide for his heartfelt music. For many years, he played at the Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, which is where he was when he released his first album. Since then, he’s released several more, and continues to play to sold-out audiences.

Here, we talk to him about playing guitar, performing with family, living in Tempe, and more. EstebanMusic.com

HOW DID YOU GET STARTED IN MUSIC?

My uncle George played on his hi-fi beautiful music for me when I was 5 years old. Almost every weekend I was listening to his big hi-fi, and we heard everything from folk music to flamenco guitar to opera to symphonies, etc. As a little kid, I was mesmerized.

YOUR REAL NAME IS STEPHEN PAUL … CAN YOU TELL US HOW YOU BEGAN GOING BY ESTEBAN?

Andres Segovia saw my name Stephen, spelled with a “PH,” and from then on, he called me Esteban, which is Stephen in Spanish.

HOW LONG DID YOU STUDY WITH HIM?

I studied with maestro from 1975-1979.

THE BIGGEST LESSON HE TAUGHT YOU?

To play scales two hours a day.

Teresa Joy and Esteban

“We loved living on Shalimar golf course! Our family used to take long walks on the golf course at night; so peaceful and green.”

YOU BEGAN PLAYING AT THE HYATT REGENCY RESORT & SPA AT GAINEY RANCH IN 1990. YOU PLAYED THERE FOR A LONG TIME …

What an adventure that was! I would love to have a steady [gig] in the Valley again. Who wants to recreate that? I do!

DURING THAT TIME, YOU RELEASED YOUR FIRST ALBUM. WHAT INSPIRED IT?

My first album was Songs from My Heart. What inspired it was my deep love of pure melody. Every song on that album has a lovely, pure melody and that in itself is very inspiring. When I hear or compose a melody, I drift away to another place. Peace and love are the only things present in this “another place.” No fighting, no wars, no poverty, no pain.

ACCOMPLISHMENT YOU’RE MOST PROUD OF?

Good question! I’ll have to say my eight Number One Billboard albums. Each one is a little different, but they are all straight from my heart.

FAVORITE SONG TO PLAY?

“Runaway.” Watch the YouTube video, it’s fun!

FAVORITE SONG YOU’VE WRITTEN?

“Silver Raine.”

TELL US ABOUT LIVING IN TEMPE …

We loved living on Shalimar golf course! Our family used to take long walks on the golf course at night; so peaceful and green. An oasis in the city.

ANY FAVORITE PLACES AROUND THE AREA?

We were happy when they opened the very first Cold Stone Creamery on Southern in Tempe! We love Macayo’s and had many a meal there as a family when my girls were young.

TELL US WHAT IT’S LIKE PERFORMING WITH YOUR DAUGHTER, TERESA JOY.

My daughter, Teresa Joy, and myself perform from our hearts! I really mean that. No mind. No structure. Just the pure love between us manifests in our music. She knows what I am going to play before I play it! The vibration between us is beyond incredible!

ONE THING WE’D BE SURPRISED TO LEARN ABOUT YOU?

I am 75 and I work out two-and-a-half hours a day. I play my scales two hours a day. I meditate an hour a day.

WHEN AND WHERE CAN WE CATCH YOUR NEXT PERFORMANCE?

Sun., July 14 at the Musical Instrument Museum.

FOOD,

FUN Drinks,

FREELY TAPROOM & KITCHEN

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

“I’ve known all my life that I was going to own a restaurant,” says Paul Gillingwater, the owner and operator of Tempe’s Freely Taproom & Kitchen. “I topped out at my previous job and made the leap into ownership. The scariest and most gratifying moments of my life.”

Gillingwater opened the destination in October 2021, and it’s been a hit ever since, drawing a loyal crowd for its top-notch food and drinks.

“Freely Taproom was designed to be a meeting place for the South Tempe neighborhood,” Gillingwater explains. “We offer a full bar, a bustling happy hour, and a mouthwatering menu. Our fine-casual counter service sets the tone to relax and enjoy a night out in the neighborhood.”

The local favorite offers 30 beers on draft (with many more in the retail cooler), 20 wines by the glass, a craft cocktail list, lunch and dinner, and a boozy brunch on the weekends.

“Our beer list is carefully curated with everyday drinking beers, along with hard-to-find beers you probably have never heard of,” Gillingwater says.

As for the wine, Freely is one of the only restaurants in Arizona where guests can find the cult-classic Pendulum Cabernet Sauvignon.

Menu items for lunch and dinner range from snacks such as a pretzel board and meatballs to salads, flatbreads, and sandwiches such as the Padrinio Sub or Chicken Parm.

“Our most popular item is our Prosciutto Flatbread,” Gillingwater shares. “A chewy fluffy crust, white sauce, ricotta cheese, fig jam, thin prosciutto ham, and arugula. So good!”

There’s also a menu for kids, making Freely perfect for the entire family.

On the weekends, brunch is served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with options such as the Smoked Salmon Flatbread and Classic Breakfast.

“I love getting to know the neighbors over a pint of beer.”

“Our fine-casual service is what makes us unique. We are able to create a comfortable environment, while serving better quality food at a great price,” Gillingwater says. “[And] I love getting to know the neighbors over a pint of beer.”

FreelyTaproom.com

C E R E US ABOUTDENTALCARE

Dr. Daniel J. Lyu, DDS FAGD, and his team are working together to provide top-quality dental care in a safe, comfortable environment.

“Our office provides all general dentistry procedures,” he says. “We offer a great teeth whitening system and are also an Invisalign provider office. We offer additional surgical services which include implant placement and restorations, as well as cosmetic services.”

Here, we speak with Dr. Lyu about all things dentistry.

DR. DANIEL J. LYU, DDS FAGD, SHARES HIS THOUGHTS ON DENTISTRY AND HEALTH

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRAD HENDRON

Dr. Daniel J. Lyu, DDS FAGD

Cereus Dental Care

WHY DID YOU GO INTO DENTISTRY?

I went into dentistry because I wanted a career in healthcare. I was exposed early on as my father was a dental laboratory technician. My hand-eye coordination is pretty good, and I was great at video games growing up, so I decided to pursue dentistry.

SO MANY PEOPLE ARE NERVOUS ABOUT DENTAL WORK. HOW DO YOU ALLEVIATE THAT?

I think that fear comes from not knowing. I tend to explain as much as possible to my patients so that they know exactly what to expect. And I try to be very gentle when treating patients. I try to give painless injections, and so far, it’s been working!

TO YOU, DENTAL CARE IS …

Dental care is the gateway to overall health. Oral signs can be indicative of systemic conditions and early treatment is usually beneficial.

FAVORITE MUSIC TO PLAY IN THE OFFICE …

We play a variety of music in our office, usually songs that you can sing/hum along to.

ONE DENTAL TIP YOU CAN SHARE IS … Brush with a dry toothbrush!

2181 E. Warner Road; CereusDental.com

Less Time Needed

These 20-Minute Workouts Are All You Need for Optimal Fitness

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRAD HENDRON

Ready to get fit in just 20 minutes a day?

Cassie and Gerard Richards, the co-owners of BODY20 Tempe, can make that happen.

BODY20, which they opened in December 2023, is a low- to no-impact personal workout experience that uses EMS (electro-muscle stimulation) technology.

“We help people of all fitness levels and body types maximize their results in just 20 minutes, replacing hours in a conventional gym,” says Cassie. “Our technology allows us to tailor the workout to each individual to optimize those 20 minutes you spend with us.”

The workouts, which were born out of rehabilitation, offer a multitude of health benefits: time savings; less impact on joints, tendons, nerves, muscles, and bones; reducing fat while building muscle; improving strength and endurance; correcting muscular imbalances; optimizing posture; enhancing sports performance; relaxing muscle tension; and more.

The pair were amazed by what they could accomplish when they first tried the workouts.

“As the parents of two young kids, we absolutely loved the idea of being able to bring these workouts to people with busy lives who

understand the importance of still taking just a little bit of time to take care of themselves,” says Cassie.

The personalized sessions, which are HSA/ FSA reimbursable, are conducted one-on-one with an EMS-certified coach, who takes the member through a circuit of low- to no-impact movements while simultaneously activating the major muscle groups through the EMS body suits.

“We love engaging with our members and helping them reach their personal goals, whether it’s burning fat, building lean muscle, or finding a workout that accommodates their body or busy lifestyle.”

Body20.com/tempe

Owners Cassie and Gerard Richards.

Photo by Wendy Bates

HEALTH & HEALING

Two Practices Work Together to Help Clients Achieve Optimal Health and Wellness

ARTICLE BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JUSINE WALLSTROM

In April, Regen 33 Optimal Health and Love Skin Holistic Medical Spa & Love Skin Botanicals moved into a new space across the street from their previous space. There, in Tempe Plaza at Guadalupe and McClintock, the founders of each company created their own spaces in which to offer their unique philosophies both separately and together.

“The collaboration between Love Skin and Regen 33 is one of shared ideology.” —Dr. Annette Hobi

REGEN 33 OPTIMAL HEALTH

“Regen 33 Optimal Health offers naturopathic functional medicine as a primary care option with a broad toolbox,” says Dr. Annette Hobi, medical director, naturopathic physician, and founder of Regen 33 Optimal Health. Her patient-centered approach addresses “the insidious development of a chronic disease state that focuses on function as a process, rather than disease as an endpoint.”

Naturopathy is a type of primary care medicine that blends age-old healing traditions with scientific advances and current research, Dr. Hobi explains. Disease prevention is emphasized, and treatments address underlying conditions, rather than individual symptoms.

“Specialty testing of patients' blood, urine, saliva, stools, and skin are used to attain specific goals often sought for health and longevity. Some examples of that would be hormone optimization,

chronic pain assessment, joint function and restoration, nutritional assessment and treatment, autoimmune disease testing, and toxic burden assessment through testing and toxic burden reduction using detoxification methods to restore function and ease,” she says.

Regen 33 also offers a Nutrient IV Lab, vitamin therapy, PRP therapy, colon hydrotherapy, acupuncture, cupping, microneedling, and more, and there are two other naturopathic doctors who are part of the practice.

LOVE SKIN HOLISTIC MEDICAL SPA & LOVE SKIN BOTANICALS

“At Love Skin, we provide unique and innovative alternative options for beauty and healthcare that focus on the holistic well-being of the individual. Our energy-based approach emphasizes

the connection between the mind, body, and spirit, and aims to bring balance and harmony to all aspects of your life,” says Diana J Rieger, the founder and a licensed cosmetologist.

Rieger uses cutting-edge technology and treatments to help her clients not only look younger but feel younger, and have skin that responds as healthy skin should.

There is a wide range of services, including skin analysis and treatment, acne treatments, body treatments, chemical peels, IPL and laser hair removal, LED light therapy, microneedling, skin resurfacing, PDO thread lifts, wellness services, hormone therapy, and more, as well as nontoxic skincare products available for purchase.

“Our medical spa sets itself apart from others by offering a unique combination of functional medicine, natural plant-based skincare products, targeted nutraceutical supplements, and energy-based treatments, as an alternative to fillers and Botox,” Rieger says. “We aim to help our patients look and feel their best, both inside and out, at any age.”

WORKING HAND-IN-HAND

After Rieger and Dr. Hobi were introduced through a mutual connection, they realized that working together could benefit their patients, which led to them locating their practices under one roof.

“The collaboration between Love Skin and Regen 33 is one of shared ideology,” says Dr. Hobi. “We are always aware of the toxic chemical overload in current modern health and beauty products and strive to bring awareness to true health being visible on the largest organ of the body, the skin.”

“By combining the expertise of Love Skin and Regen33, we can offer a holistic healthcare experience that addresses both the external and internal aspects of your health,” Rieger agrees. “From skincare and beauty to cellular health and rejuvenation, our partnership provides a comprehensive range of services that are convenient and accessible for your utmost wellness.”

Regen33.com; LoveSkinMedSpa.com

events

JUNE 1ST - 9TH

Arizona Theatre Company: True West

Tempe Center For The Arts

Sam Shepard’s Pulitzer finalist and Tony-nominated play True West is a story of brotherly love and sibling rivalry set against the dreams of the American West. Successful screenwriter Austin settles in to house-sit his mother’s desert home to write his next screenplay, while his brother Lee, an alcoholic drifter, arrives to rob the neighborhood. A hysterically twisted story unfolds between the estranged brothers. ATC.org

JUNE 11TH - 16TH

Peter Pan

ASU Gammage

Join the Darling family as Peter Pan and Tinkerbell take them on a soaring adventure all the way to Never Never Land. All you have to do is believe. Featuring a timeless score that includes “I’m Flying,” “Never Never Land,” “I Won’t Grow Up,” and more, Peter Pan is now updated for a new generation of thrill seekers—and more spectacular than ever. ASUGammage.com

JUNE 14TH

Juneteenth at Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden | 6:00 PM

Celebrate Juneteenth while also recognizing June as Black Music Month. Bring the entire family and engage in games and activities for children. Stroll the evening market to shop with local artists and vendors. Enjoy an evening filled with music, dance, food, and fun. DBG.org

JUNE 15TH

Juneteenth Block Party

CenterPoint Plaza

This event features a DJ, spoken word performances, steppers, breakdancing, live art, BBQ food vendors, an Old-School ice cream truck, roller skating, Double Dutch, adult beverages, a mobile cigar lounge, and much more. DowntownTempe.com

Want to be featured? GET IN TOUCH AT CITYLIFESTYLE.COM/TEMPE

JUNE 21ST - 23RD

Christopher Titus

Tempe Improv

Christopher Titus is a prolific stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and producer. As a creator, he has sold shows to NBC, ABC, FOX and Comedy Central. He's been seen in his Emmy-nominated show Titus, in ABC's Big Shots, Comedy Central's Special Unit, and more. Catch him while he's in town, performing at the Tempe Improv. TempeImprov.com

JUNE 25TH - JULY 28TH

Hamilton

ASU Gammage

A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. Hamilton is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway. ASUGammage.com

USING THESE TIPS YOU CAN MAKE A DELICIOUS HOMEMADE BARBECUE SAUCE.

A good barbecue sauce is comprised of a variety of the same six components. The key is to discover what style you enjoy most, and don’t be afraid to experiment. Oh, and taste often during the preparation process to adjust if so desired.

SOMETHING SWEET

This can be honey, cola, molasses, preserves, brown sugar, or syrup. This caramelizes as you cook, bringing those smoky, sugary flavors.

SOMETHING TANGY

Think vinegar, mustard, or citrus. This is what brings the zing to your sauce.

SOMETHING SPICY

This provides your heat: a hot sauce is a great choice. A good rule of thumb is to use about 1/2 teaspoon for every cup of sauce you’re making.

SOMETHING LIQUID

It can be beer, water, chicken stock, soda, or wine. Start with about 1/2 a cup and see what happens.

SOMETHING TOMATO

You’ll most likely use ketchup, but you can also use tomato paste.

THE SPICE COMBINATION

This can depend on your liking and taste and can include anything from onion powder to garlic powder to chili powder to allspice to cayenne pepper to mustard powder to liquid smoke to cumin to Worcestershire sauce and more. Start with a teaspoon of salt, and keep tasting as you experiment with your desired spices.

HOMEMADE

BBQ SAUCE

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups ketchup

• 1 cup water

• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

• 5 tablespoons brown sugar

• 5 tablespoons sugar

• 1/2 tablespoon  black pepper

• 1/2 tablespoon onion powder

• 1/2 tablespoon ground mustard

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

DIRECTIONS

In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.

Recipe and information courtesy of Pat Neely and Gina Neely.

Diana Rieger & Dr. Annette Hobi

We Design Closet Organization Systems that Shift Your Home from Cluttered Chaos to a Peaceful Paradise. We provide 3D Renderings for your custom closets, office, pantry or garage! Locally family owned and operated since 1996.

20% OFF Schedule Your Free Design Consultation Today