Arizona’s one-of-a-kind food traditions may seem strange to newcomers, but locals know they’re unforgettable. Explore the ...

Cactus fruit is rich in betanin, polyphenols and other potent antioxidants that support liver health, protect against heart disease and reduce inflammation.

Moving away from Arizona means saying goodbye to more than just endless sunshine and towering saguaros. The food scene here ...

Desert magic exists just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, and it’s hiding in plain sight. The Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden in Henderson transforms what most people consider harsh, uninviting ...

Imagine a place where spiny desert plants and gourmet chocolate live in perfect harmony. The Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden in Henderson creates this unlikely paradise just minutes from the Las Vegas ...

Several locations can net you a decent amount of Prickly Pears with a good amount of luck. But you’ll need to be careful, as ...

Being stranded in the desert can turn dangerous quickly, especially without water. However, you should avoid drinking from this plant if you want to survive.

In this video, I demonstrate how to create a tool from a giant cane stem to safely harvest thorny prickly pear fruit from the Opuntia cactus. After securing the stem with purple cordage and using ...

Most people aren't getting enough calcium. In fact, a 2022 article published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences acknowledges calcium deficiency as a global concern that may be ...

The prickly pear, once a hardy fruit thriving in Rajasthan’s arid soil, is now gaining recognition across India for its nutritional value and unique flavour. Known locally as naagphani, this cactus ...

The Desert Awareness Committee (DAC) will hold its annual Prickly Pear Fest on the beautiful patio of the Holland Center in Scottsdale on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Holland ...