For the love of the ugly christmas sweater

As the lights of the store hit the tinsel, bells, and lights, I found myself enthralled with the decor that surrounded me. The enthrallment did not stem from the twinkle that bounced off the decorations, rather, it came from the fact that these decorations were on sweaters. From where ugly Christmas sweaters started to where…

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Fire in to the season with Sonoran Glass School

Southern Arizona is adding Sonoran Glass School to its list of must-see attractions. Last year, the Southern Arizona Attractions Alliance included the 13-year-old non-profit, full-service glass arts studio to its recommendations of places visitors should see. Sonoran Glass School, at 633 W. 18th St., Tucson, is the only one of its kind to make the list and…

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Tasty and culturally rich: tamale time

During the holidays, the demand for homemade tamales surpasses any other month of the year.. These individually wrapped presents involve care, love, family, tradition and Mexican heritage. They are most sought after for Christmas Eve to the New Year and are the featured entrée of the table. It is equivalent to the turkey on the dinner table…

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