The hospitality industry runs deep in chef Alex Stratta’s blood. Not only has his family worked in restaurants and hotels for decades, but he also began an award-winning career at a young age. In 1989, Stratta took on an executive chef role at The Phoenician resort in Scottsdale and subsequently spent 16 years in the […]

Rethinking Employee Benefits After COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic damaged every part of life. From families dealing with personal tragedy to struggling local economies, this virus impacted every person and every industry in some way. But as vaccines and disease management rules roll out, company leaders are starting to think about return-to-work plans. For business owners in Arizona, the short-term outlook […]

4 Steps to Help Employees Budget for Dental Care
Taking better care of one’s health and sticking to a budget top the New Year’s resolution charts each year. As an employer, you may be resolving to help your employees work toward these goals. It’s no secret that a healthier and happier workforce can help your company reach its yearly goals too! One way to […]

5 Side Effects of Mask Mouth & How to Fix Them
Face masks are a good defense against the spread of COVID-19. They’re easy to find, come in fashion forward fabrics and help keep people safe when they need to meet with others. But face masks can also cause some pesky side effects, sometimes called “mask mouth.” Here are 5 side effects of mask mouth and […]

Cooking with Cannabis: AZ Chef Creates Artful Meals with CBD
The Phoenix food scene is busting at the seams with creativity and local chefs from all walks of life are making their mark. One ingredient that’s captured a lot of attention is cannabis. And the days of baking brownies with a little something extra in the mix are long gone. Chefs cooking with cannabis now […]

Help Young Employees Realize the Benefits of Dental Benefits
For many young folks, entering the workforce as a full-time working adult is both exciting and daunting. The sudden access to more money, more responsibility and more choice can be overwhelming. Young workers are not only navigating the ins and outs of the working world, but they’re often asked to make decisions about their benefits, […]

Mouth-Healthy Recipe: Kimchi Soup
Bring a tasty new kick to soup season with this spicy Korean concoction. Kimchi soup is sure to warm you up and keep you full this winter. While it’s packed with healthy ingredients, it’s best known for being a great source of probiotics, which may have beneficial effects on oral health. Dental probiotics, just like the […]