With each bite of these Sonoran sourdough tortillas, we are transported back to the flavors of our home in Arizona, to the warmth of the family kitchen and the laughter shared around the table. It's amazing how a simple dish can evoke such powerful memories and emotions. So, I invite you to join me in embracing tradition with a personal twist, as we celebrate the delicious flavors of Sonoran cuisine, one healthier tortilla at a time.
[ezcol_1half] For a couple years now, I've been taking jabs at creating the perfect flour tortillas. Now, any conversation evoking the word "perfect" ought to be subject to a clearer definition, doesn't it? So here is mine. The perfect flour tortilla, in my view, should be unleavened (otherwise...
My version of a regional Mexican soup called caldo de queso, featuring potato simmered in tomato-tinted broth, with queso fresco added to each bowl.
Liquid gold for an allover glow – pure, organic jojoba oil from a family-run farm in the Sonoran Desert. Jojoba is a fantastically effective and multipurpose oil that can be used for hair, face, and body. A light oil for everyday use, jojoba is naturally antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, non- comedogenic, and is one of the most structurally similar oils to what our skin naturally produces.
A Texas woman has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against two Mexican resort travel companies, seeking more than $1 million, after her husband tragically died a
My version of a regional Mexican soup called caldo de queso, featuring potato simmered in tomato-tinted broth, with queso fresco added to each bowl.
Tacos a la Nino ❤️ Having a Syrian dad but living in Mexico meant some fun food combos growing up… He always made these (makes them to this day) and say they were a mix of a sonoran taco & shawarma… obviously not authentic on either direction but a fusion of sorts.
In his gripping and provocative debut, anthropologist Jason De Leon sheds light on one of the most pressing political issues of our time-the human consequences of US immigration policy. The Land of Open Graves reveals the suffering and deaths that occur daily in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona as thousands of undocumented migrants attempt to cross the border from Mexico into the United States. Drawing on the four major fields of anthropology, De Leon uses an innovative combination of ethnography, archaeology, linguistics, and forensic science to produce a scathing critique of "Prevention through Deterrence," the federal border enforcement policy that encourages migrants to cross in areas characterized by extreme environmental conditions and high risk of death. For two decades, this policy has failed to deter border crossers while successfully turning the rugged terrain of southern Arizona into a killing field. In harrowing detail, De Leon chronicles the journeys of people who have made dozens of attempts to cross the border and uncovers the stories of the objects and bodies left behind in the desert. The Land of Open Graves will spark debate and controversy. 60 b-w, 2 tables
A grand desert Residence with no detail overlooked, this plan features a commanding living room with a towering fireplace. It also boasts a circular bar and the…
Maximize your one day in Phoenix with this itinerary for first-timers! Phoenix is huge, so find out which which highlights and hikes to hit or miss.
Male Woodhouse's toad One of the more commonly encountered toads in the low Sonoran Desert are Woodhouse's toads, often heard singing their hearts out in the spring. On this particular night, these toads were the only amphibian we heard calling, and there were hundreds. Museum-quality posters made on thick matte paper.
A colorful collage of scientifically accurate illustration of various species of wildlife native to Sonoran Desert in northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. The layout features twenty-one different types of desert animals. AMERICAN BLACK BEAR (Ursus americanus) AMERICAN KESTREL (Falco sparverius) AMERICAN PRONGHORN (Antilocapra americana) ARIZONA BLACK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus cerberus) BOBCAT (Lynx rufus) COMMON RAVEN (Corvus corax) COYOTE (Canis latrans) DESERT BIGHORN SHEEP (Ovis canadensis nelsoni) DESERT COTTONTAIL (Sylvilagus audubonii) DESERT TORTOISE (Gopherus agassizii) GAMBEL’S QUAIL (Callipepla gambelii) GILA MONSTER (Heloderma suspectum) GILA WOODPECKER (Melanerpes uropygialis) GREAT-HORNED OWL (Bubo virginianus) GREATER ROADRUNNER (Geococcyx californianus) HARRIS’S HAWK (Parabuteo unicinctus) JAVELINA (Tayassu tajacu) MULE DEER (Odocoileus hemionus) PEREGRINE FALCON (Falco peregrinus) RED-TAILED HAWK (Buteo jamaicensis) All images are scientifically accurate and expertly drawn by wildlife artist Roger Hall, who has been working in the field for over 20 years for such noted organizations as National Geographic, Scholastic Books, Sunset Magazine and World Wildlife Fund. The poster is printed on matte, museum-quality paper with Giclée printing quality: • Paper thickness: 10.3 mil • Paper weight: 5.6 oz/y² (192 g/m²) • Opacity: 94%
Scientists wanted to know if we could replicate the Earth's ecosystems, so in the Sonoran desert outside of Tucson, Arizona they built a three-acre closed-system environment designed to do just that. Known as Biosphere 2 (Biosphere 1 is the Earth), the project was started back in the late 1980s. The idea was to test if we could re-create the Earth's ecosystems in a closed environment to help people to be able to live in space for an extended amount of time. The project has had a rocky past. In the early 90s, eight brave souls pledged to live in Biosphere 2 for a
Minerva Orduño Rincón, a chef and culinary instructor, writes about Sonoran cooking and history for The Republic. Check out her classic recipes.
Featured in Condé Nast Top Destination Fragrances of 2022 Part of our core parfum lineup. Notes of aromatic patchouli, grounding rosewood and delicate vanilla.Where warm summer nights meet sweet sultry days we’ve captivated this rare and intoxicating beauty with balancing notes of grounding rosewood and delicate vanilla flower. "For a camping trip in the Sonoran desert: This line of plant-based, artisanal perfumes is hand-crafted in St. Petersburg, Florida, but its vibes evoke the spirit of the Southwest. One spritz of the patchouli-forward, vanilla-laced fragrance and you’re standing among the cacti in Saguaro National Park."-Condé Nast Both hand blended in our atelier and finished in our heavy weight geometric glass vessels. FREE FROM ALL CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS, REPRODUCTIVE TOXINS AND PHTHALATES. Ingredients: Roller: simmondsia chinensis (golden jojoba), pogostemon cablin (patchouli essential oil), paraben and phthalate free fragrance (parfum) Mist: organic sugarcane alcohol, pogostemon cablin (patchouli essential oil), paraben and phthalate free fragrance (parfum)
Saguaro is a columnar plant typical of the Sonoran desert that grows different branches as it ages. It turns into a 195cm high coat hanger designed by Stefano Giovannoni for you and your guests’ coats, hats and jackets. Available in different colors, made in recyclable polyethylene and supported by a metal powder coated base. PRODUCT INFORMATION Material: Metal, Polyethylene Dimensions: 46 x 48.5 x 195cm Weight: 20KG *Delivery time 14 days ABOUT THE DESIGNER Giovannoni, graduated in Architecture in Florence in 1978, and now lives and works in Milan. He is the mastermind behind many bestselling and commercially successful products and has been referred to as the “Champion of Super and Popular of the years 2000" (Alberto Alessi), “King Mida of design” (Cristina Morozzi), “Most bankable designer” (Eugenio Perazza, Magis) for his status as a taste-making and influential artist and designer. Step into the fascinating world of Neo-Pop with Stefano Giovannoni and his wonderful objects. ABOUT QEEBOO Created in 2016 by renowned Milan based designer Stefano Giovannoni, Qeeboo is an Italian design house that empowers self-expression with creativity. Its narrative objects are a result of a design culture that combines thought, vision and emotion with the purpose of bringing individuals into worlds in which they feel free to reconnect with their most creative side. With a twist of pop, wonder and culture, Qeeboo’s creations are consciously thought to enhance the style of each individual bringing originality to the environment, arising a sense of surprise, still maintaining a rigorous attention to details and final high-quality.
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Arizona's landscapes are a photographer's dream: dramatic canyons, cacti-studded deserts, and vibrant red rock formations. But for artist Bruce Black, these vistas are more than just scenery – they're a source of endless inspiration. In this collection of 12 paintings, Black invites you on a visual journey through the heart of the Sonoran Desert, showcasing its beauty in all its rugged glory.
Reminder: You can enlarge any of the photos in this blog by clicking on it. Click again for a full-screen image. Tonight’s subject is a bird that is sometimes referred to as a “black …
We captured the scent of the desert just after the rain...imagine a kinda sweet, earthy & resinous vibe. Top Notes: sonoran honey + spiced citrus Heart Notes: crushed evergreen + sticky pine sapBase Notes: desert creosote + warm dry earth
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Help Study & Protect a Biodiversity Hotspot Through Expeditions The Madrean Sky Islands, also known as the Sonoran Sky Islands, are a series of 57 isolated mountains that run from Arizona and New Mexico to Northern Mexico. Each mountain sits in the hot and arid desert of the surrounding lowlands, however, their tops are adorned with pine-oak forests. This unique landscape makes this region a hotspot and home to one of the most biologically diverse regions of the world. The first step in conservation is the observing, studying and recording of a region’s flora and fauna. Without this critical piece, a region’s plants and animals cannot be accurately protected. Global Discovery Expeditions, a Signature Program of Greater Good Charities, is dedicated to exploring, studying, and protecting the Madrean Archipelago. Throughout the year, groups of multinational scientists, photographers, enthusiasts and students come together to record the plants and animals of this incredible region. This information is then stored in an open-source database for the world to share, study, and use to preserve these ecosystems forever. A total of 20 Sky Island sites have been observed and recorded by the MDE team, with the ultimate goal of visiting and documenting all 57 islands. This important work can only happen with your help. Your support can allow more work to be done, more records to be collected, and ultimately, more plants and animals protected. Help protect the Sky Islands before it's too late. Donate today to fund our expedition! Greater Good Charities has ultimate authority and discretion with regard to the distribution of its funds. All expenditures made are consistent with the exempt purposes of Greater Good Charities. About Global Discovery Expeditions: Global Discovery Expeditions is a program of Greater Good Charities, dedicated to exploring, studying, and protecting key biodiversity hotspots facing imminent threat and loss by providing the initial key step in conservation – the observation and recording of living species within an ecosystem.
It's hard to say which is more amazing....the animals or the photography!! ...
Monday is my birthday. I don’t normally get wigged out about birthdays, even milestone birthdays, but for some reason I’m a little bewildered by this one. Like, one minute I’m turning 40, celebrating with friends, convincing myself I’m not really that old, and the next minute I’m so old… Last week I shared that 70’s classic, Match Game, with you, so you should all know what to do now. Ready? Set? Go! HOW OLD ARE YOU? I’m so old: I get injured sleeping. I take pictures of small print on packaging so I can blow it up on my phone to read it. My joints and my digestion sound like an entire percussion section. I lost my virginity during the Reagan Administration. Come Monday, I’ll be able to order off the senior menu at Denny’s. And in case my own birthday isn’t enough to make me feel old, guess who turned 60 this week? This guy. Yes, folks, Jon Bon Jovi is 60. W. T. F. If you need me, I’ll be shopping for a pre-need burial plot. OK, OK, I’ll stop whining about my age. Let’s take a field trip! Where are we going? The desert! Because of course we are. And when we get back, we’ll giggle at a hot, fresh batch of memes. But before the wild rumpus begins: welcome to the Weekend Coffee Share, hosted by Natalie the Explorer! Grab a drink, pull up a seat, and listen to my joints snap, crackle, and pop. Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum Last weekend, Long-Suffering Husband and I actually got out and did something besides grocery shopping and hurting ourselves at the gym. We went to the Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum! The museum is a combination zoo, botanical garden, natural history museum, and aquarium that also has some lovely desert trails. 85% of the museum is outdoors, making it a great choice for pandemic times. Desert critters The Sonoran Desert includes the Gulf of California, so the museum includes a stingray touch tank and an aquarium. Our stingray pictures didn’t come out all that great, but here are two moray eels from the aquarium: That photo is just begging for a caption contest. Desert plants If you’ve hung out on my blog at all, you’ll know I can’t go anywhere including my own front yard without taking pictures of plants. Sonoran Desert vista And finally… Museum signs Let’s keep the humor train rolling with… Memes! Since I can’t seem to stop complaining about my age, this week’s meme theme is: getting older. I wrote a whole novel about time travel, but I still think it would be terrible idea. Why? Imagine how much more we humans could screw things up if we could go back in time. Not that it wouldn’t be fun, because, yeah, I have ideas. Age changes a person To be fair, I felt that way when I *was* a teenager, because teenagers in horror movies are STUPID. There’s a homicidal maniac with a hockey mask and a machete roaming the forest. Whatever shall we do? I know! Let’s turn on all the lights in this cabin and have sex. Jason was just cleaning up the gene pool. Yep, just did that this week. *sigh* Ahem. It’s not the Oldies station. It’s the Classic Rock station. There’s a difference. Slowing down I am living proof of that. Here’s an actual picture of me every night after work: I once took (and aced) 2 midterms on 2 hours of sleep. Now: But add > 20 years to that age… *sigh* Totally me if I stay up late. Dear God, what did I do to deserve feeling like this? I’ll never stay up late again. Till the next time I stay up late. And when I do finally drag myself out of bed: Snap, crackle, pop, swear. Every single morning. Injuries for old farts Almost every one of my injuries fall into one of 2 categories: Obtained while doing something stupid Obtained while doing absolutely freakin’ nothing. The recent ones all fall into that second category. Totally true. In the last few weeks, I’ve acquired a new pain in my shoulder. It can join the old pain in my shoulder, the pain in my elbow, the pain in my hips, the arthritis in my feet… *sigh* And finally: Funny… I don’t remember buying a ticket for that show, yet here I am in the damn front row. Let’s end on that painful note. This weekend I leave for Vegas to celebrate my birthday. Four days of driving across the desert, eating too much, walking too much, and staying up too late. Assuming all that fun doesn’t kill me, I’ll see you next week with pictures of a different desert. How about y’all? Got any fun weekend plans? If so–and you’re in my demographic–don’t forget your ibuprofen and Alka-Seltzer.
A grand desert Residence with no detail overlooked, this plan features a commanding living room with a towering fireplace. It also boasts a circular bar and the…
But whatever you do, don’t call them rainbows.
A captive great horned owl takes flight at the Sonoran Desert Museum raptor free flight show. This is a must stop for any birders in the Tucson area!
New year, new wellness frontier—from Connecticut to the Caribbean.
With each bite of these Sonoran sourdough tortillas, we are transported back to the flavors of our home in Arizona, to the warmth of the family kitchen and the laughter shared around the table. It's amazing how a simple dish can evoke such powerful memories and emotions. So, I invite you to join me in embracing tradition with a personal twist, as we celebrate the delicious flavors of Sonoran cuisine, one healthier tortilla at a time.
The United States of America is home to many amazing species of rattlesnakes. On this poster-print are images of all species and subspecies native to the lower 48 states of the US. ARIZONA BLACK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus cerberus) • ARIZONA RIDGENOSED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus willardi) • BANDED ROCK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus lepidus klauberi) • BLACKTAILED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus molossus) • CAROLINA PYGMY RATTLESNAKE (Sistrurus miliarius miliarius • COLORADO DESERT SIDEWINDER (Crotalus cerastes laterorepens) • DESERT MASSASAUGA (Sistrurus catenatus edwardsii) • DUSKY PYGMY (Sistrurus miliarius barbouri) • EASTERN DIAMONDBACK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus adamanteus) • EASTERN MASSASAUGA (Sistrurus catenatus) • GRAND CANYON RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus oreganus abyssus) • GREAT BASIN RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus oreganus lutosus) • HOPI RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus viridis nuntius) • MIDGET-FADED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus oreganus concolor) • MOJAVE DESERT SIDEWINDER (Crotalus cerastes cerastes) • MOJAVE RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus scutulatus) • MOTTLED ROCK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus lepidus lepidus) • NEW MEXICO RIDGENOSED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus willardi obscurus) • NORTHERN PACIFIC RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus oreganus) • ORNATE BLACK-TAILED (Crotalus ornatus) • PANAMINT RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus stephensi) • PRAIRIE MASSASAUGA (Sistrurus tergeminus tergeminus) • PRAIRIE RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus viridis) • RED DIAMONDBACK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus ruber) • SONORAN SIDEWINDER (Crotalus cerastes cercobombus) • SOUTHWESTERN SPECKLED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus mitchellii) • TIGER RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus tigris) • TIMBER RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus horridus) • TWIN SPOTTED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus pricei) • WESTERN DIAMONDBACK RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus atrox) • WESTERN PYGMY RATTLESNAKE (Sistrurus miliarius streckeri) All images are scientifically accurate and expertly drawn by wildlife artist Roger Hall, who has been working in the field for over 20 years for such noted organizations as National Geographic, Scholastic Books, Sunset Magazine and World Wildlife Fund. The poster is printed on matte, museum-quality paper with Giclée printing quality: • Paper thickness: 10.3 mil • Paper weight: 5.6 oz/y² (192 g/m²) • Opacity: 94%
