JANUARY 2024 26 T he new year is here, and many folks may have “go on a diet” on their resolution list. We all know how hard that can be. One idea: drink up! Juice cleansing is a detox that eliminates harmful pollutants in the body. With cleansing, bodies can redirect blood and energy to the organs and parts that need it, freeing up blood flow and increasing energy – perfect for a recharge at the start of 2024. Here are five area eateries that offer juices on their menus: puregreenarcadia.com The first Arizona Pure Green location (there are 57 country-wide) opened in June 2023, but the brand has been around since 2014. Wellness guru Ross Franklin opened Pure Green with a mission of “building healthier communities by connecting people with nutrient-rich and great tasting products,” according to owner Charles McClendon. “We offer 13 cold-pressed juices and six juice shots. They are all organic, with no added sugars, kosher and non-GMO,” he said. Pure Green incorporates recipes from dietitians, sports nutritionists and science- backed superfoods. Jonathan Cheban (known as FoodGod) created the Blue Banana Smoothie, one of the most popular items. “All of our cold-pressed juices offer different health benefits and performance functions of anti-inflammation, detox, rehydration, immunity and recovery. Guests really enjoy Soul Kick, Melon Hydrate and our Apple Lemon Ginger,” Charles said. Pure Green offers three types of cleanses, starting at $35 for one day of juice. “Beginner Juice ‘Til Dinner” is an introductory cleanse – four cold-pressed juices throughout the day and a healthy meal for dinner. “Pure Basic” is an all-day cleanse with no solid food and lots of water. “Pure Hardcore,” for veteran cleansers, includes drinking six juices and no solids. Each lasts one to three days, and McClendon recommends including green-based fluids. In addition, Pure Green offers superfood smoothies, acai and pitaya bowls, oatmeal, superfood toasts, chlorophyll water, sea moss and protein bars. “Our future plans include diving deeper into this wonderful community, getting to know each and every resident – and as our mission states: build healthier communities around the globe by connecting people with superfoods,” McClendon said. dlitehealthyonthego.com The first d’Lite location – there are currently six in Arizona – opened in 2007. “We found it difficult to cook at home since we were busy working and always on the go,” Co-owner Brooke Knudson said. “We didn’t want to sacrifice our health and wellness when eating out, so we decided to fill the void and meet the demand for a healthy quick option by starting d’Lite.” d’Lite offers two juices year-round, with seasonal options and a green lemonade smoothie also on the menu. January’s seasonal bevvie is Liquid Defense, with pineapple, orange, carrot, ginger, turmeric and black pepper. Brooke and her husband, co-owner Chad, come up with the recipes. Detox juice – pineapple, apple, spinach and kale – is the most popular. “We don’t offer cleanses, but with the convenience of the drive-thru, guests can pick up juice easy and quick and buy for a few days,” Brooke said. d’Lite offers sandwiches and wraps, salads, breakfast and coffee. The most popular beverage is the d’Breakfast Buzz, with vitamins, chocolate whey protein, espresso, nonfat milk, banana and peanut butter. “We do have some lighter, gut-friendly fare Pure Green D’Lite Original Chopshop Christ Lutheran School Preschool - Grade 8 • www.clsphx.org LC-MS 3901 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix | www.cclphoenix.org | (602) 955-4830 LOVE GROW SERVE IN-PERSON WORSHIP Traditional Worship 8:00am/10:45am Contemporary Worship 8:30am/10:30am Teaching Service 9:30am ONLINE WORSHIP Sunday @ 8:am/10:30am FB Live or CHRISTCHURCHPHX.ONLINE.CHURCH
27 JANUARY 2024 Nékter Festivin at The Wrigley Mansion. that could go with a juice cleanse, like Oatmeal Our Way and Kombucha on draft,” Brooke said. Future plans include franchising options – as Brooke said, “We need an option for health and wellness on every corner!” onestopnutrition.com Fun fact: One Stop Nutrition was founded in 1996 at an indoor swap mart in a 100-square-foot booth. Now, the health- conscious store has over 45 locations, including a few in Nevada and Texas. The business also boasts a full smoothie/ shake and juice bar along with vitamins and supplements. There are meal replacement shakes, post-workout shakes and nutritional shakes – guests can choose a base and flavor and add in things like creatine, glutamine, protein, multi- vitamin flax seed oil, ginseng and energy boosts. originalchopshop.com The first Original ChopShop opened in 2013 in Old Town Scottsdale. Since then, they’ve grown to 22 shops in Arizona, Dallas, Houston and Atlanta – with more slated to open in the next few years. “We are all about functional, feel-good food made with whole, raw ingredients that are always ‘Chopped-in-Shop,’” Marketing Director Karissa Threadgill said. “We believe that food should not only taste good but make you feel good, too.” ChopShop offers ten juices that have unique, balanced combinations of fruits and vegetables. To celebrate ChopShop’s annual Juice Week in February, they host a contest among team members to create a juice. The winner’s beverage is available to order for a limited time at all locations. “Our most popular juice is the Power Green, with kale, cucumber, celery, apple, ginger, parsley and lemon,” Threadgill said. “This juice is packed with immune and metabolism-boosting vitamins.” ChopShop also serves breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner – protein bowls, salads, sandwiches, etc. “We plan to open 12-15 shops in the next 24 months,” Threadgill said. “The sites will include several locations as stand-alone shops with a pick-up window.” nekterjuicebar.com Nékter Juice Bar was founded in 2010 and has 330 locations open or in development across the country, ready to “nourish America’s increasing appetite for plant-based, healthy food options that promote and support various lifestyles and diet preferences,” according to Marketing Exec Erin Peacock. Nékter’s menu consists of fresh-made juices, superfood smoothies, acai bowls, wellness shots, cold-pressed “Grab N’ Go” juices and snacks. The eatery also offers seasonal options. Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer Alexis Parra leads the recipe division at Nékter Juice Bar. The Toxin Flush, made with spinach, parsley, red apple, lemon, and ginger is the most popular juice. The signature drink, The Greenie, has kale, spinach, parsley, celery, cucumber, lemon, and red apple and is another popular option. The juices are made to order and packed with fresh fruit and veggies. Nékter offers three juice cleanses: The Classic: These juices are beginner-friendly with purifying formulas, featuring turmeric, celery juice, camu camu, prebiotics and probiotics. The Celery Detox is Nékter’s latest, easiest way to detox and restore the body’s natural balance and glow. Power 40 is a collection of scientifically backed vitamins, nutrients, and superfoods packed into six shot-sized bottles that are used as a daily or weekly supplement. Chef Joey Maggiore (Hash Kitchen, Sicilian Butcher) opened his latest concept, The Rosticceria , in December on Tatum and Cactus Roads in Scottsdale. The menu boasts “wood-fired meats with an Italian accent.” Popular items include Neapolitan fried pizza, rotisserie chicken and porchetta, a savory pork dish. therosticceria.com The Wrigley Mansion announced the return of its Festivin event. From January 11-14, guests can check out wine, food, and education, featuring over 15 events like exclusive dinners, classes, demonstrations, and a Grand Tasting. A portion of proceeds will benefit Almost There: A Mom and Pups Rescue. Festivities kick off with two dinners on opening night. Prices vary. wrigleymansion.com NEW YEAR same trusted service ...meet your relentlessly local™ real estate experts • Combined Real Estate Experience of 36+ Years • Concierge Style Service • Arizona Natives • Arcadia Residents DALLAS PEAGLER, REALTOR® 602.821.9494 | Dallas@TheBrokery.com BREENA WESTFALL, REALTOR® 480.266.8313 | Breena@BreenaWestfall.com