What’s Happening? A look at the events of the week of April 20th.
I suppose its the way that the weather works; when it gets warmer there are a million and one things to do. This week is no exception. Check out all of the great events happening this week!
What’s Happening the week of April 20th:
Tuesday| April 21st, 2015
179 Years of Texas Independence at Texaz Grill
Texaz Grill is gearing up to join the great state of Texas in celebrating San Jacinto Day which pays homage to the 1836 battle in which the state won it’s own independence from Mexico. They will be celebrating by serving up Texas-themed food and drink specials in honor of Texas’ 179th year of independence.
Between 11am and 10pm you can enjoy a cup o’ Texaz Red Chili or a Shiner Bock beer for only $1.79 each. Plus, you can also enjoy a specially priced $4.21 TLC cocktail comprised of Tito’s (a Texas original), lime and cranberry juice.
Wednesday| April 22nd, 2015
Featured Chef Kenny Woods has created a phenomenal menu for the first Spring Chef’s Dinner. The community dinners at North Italia, if you have never been, are a wonderful event where you can try new dishes, mingle with fellow food lovers and enjoy the electric vibe.
This Spring Chef’s menu will feature a fresh flavored twist on flatbread, short braised monkfish, spring lamb and cannoli all heavy on the bright fresh flavors found from Crooked Sky Farms, Schnepf Farm and Niman Ranch products.
The dinner will begin at 6pm and reservations are required due to limited seating.
Surf & Turf Craft Beer Dinner at El Palacio
Chef Anthony Serrano of El Palacio Restaurant is teaming up with Mike Hess Brewing Company for a spectacular surf and turf themed craft beer dinner.
“I’ve put together a menu of coastal surf and turf flavors that will pair perfectly with the San Diego West coast flavors of Mike Hess craft beer. This is going to be a fun and delicious event,” said Anthony Serrano, owner and head chef at El Palacio of Chandler.
The menu will feature Blood Orange Ceviche, Avocado & Bacon Truffles, Carne Asada Fajitas Oscar and Vanilla Churros. The cost is $25 per person (not including tax or gratuity) and the dinner will begin at 6:30pm.
Lawrence Dunham Sip & Learn Workshop
Peggy Fiandaca, co-owner of Lawrence Dunham Vineyards, Winery and the new Downtown Scottsdale Wine Gallery and co-owner, winemaker and grower Curt Dunham can’t keep the exciting news bottled up any longer! They are excited to announce their Sip & Learn Workshop Series held at the LDV Wine Gallery, which recently opened in Downtown Scottsdale.
There are four unique and educational classes remaining in the series — “Syrah & Petite Sirah: What’s the Difference?,” on March 18; “All About Terroir,” which appropriate takes place on Earth Day, April 22; “Discovering the Nuances of Viognier” on May 20; and “The Art of Wine Blending” on June 24. Each promises to leave guests with a newfound education about the particular wine on-topic gained through a fun night of sipping and tasting.
Each class runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., during which time guests can enjoy wine tastings equivalent of about two glasses along with small bites correlating with the theme of the class and any materials necessary for the class. Cost is $35 each or $65 per couple. Additional wine can be purchased by the glass or bottle during the course. Space for each class is limited so reservations are required. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the class to receive a refund via PayPal.
Thursday| April 23rd, 2015
Flights & Bites with Chef Josephine
Lawrence Dunham Vineyards will join with Chef Josephine of the Triple Dot Food Truck for their Flights & Bites series.
In this fun and creative series food truck Chefs will create four “bites” that will then be paired with Lawrence Dunham wines.
Open service will be from 5:30pm until 8pm. Entrance will be $25 per person (not including tax or gratuity).
Friday| April 24th, 2015
If you have ever had occasion to visit Sedona and wander around the Tlaquepaque center you have likely wandered upon Vom Fass, a unique store offering up craft olive oil, balsamic vinegars and liquors. One time when I was vacationing in Sedona, my husband and I wandered in and purchased a combo pack of olive oils and balsamic in addition to a bottle of absinthe which made for an interesting evening along Oak Creek Canyon.
Starting on Saturday. a day trip is no longer needed to get your Vom Fass fix. Vom Fass have planned a series of free events open to the community from 12-9 p.m., Saturday, April 25 and 12-5 pm., Sunday, April 26.
Street tacos will be provided throughout the day on Saturday, coinciding with craft cocktail clinics, grab bag prizes, a signature VOM FASS “Enjoy!” cookbook giveaway, tequila and margarita tasting and finishing the evening with gelato topped with a variety of delicious Vom Fass products.
From-the-cask tastings of VOM FASS oils, award-winning vinegars, unique liquors and cask-aged spirits and hand-selected wines will go on throughout the weekend.
Sunday’s schedule features “Brunch and Bubbles,” an event highlighted by brunch bites and sparkling wines, among other refreshments, all crafted with VOM FASS ingredients.
Saturday| April 25th, 2015
Pop Up Patio at Food Truck Caravan
While the Food Truck Caravan is nothing new, it’s held every Saturday night from 6:30pm to 10:30pm, this Saturday will be a little different. This weekend will feature a “Pop Up Patio”. Essentially, its a pop-up restaurant on the Food Truck Caravan lot, complete with additional seating, bistro lighting and more dining options. Saffron JAK will prepare it’s authentic Persian food and treat diners to a 3-course meal for only $30 per diner. “The Pop-Up Patio is a way for the food truck chefs to showcase their culinary skills,” said Lori Baker, event organizer. “Many of these food truck chefs are highly trained and we want to give them a platform to be creative and highlight their experience. It could be a stepping stone between a food truck and a bricks and mortar location. Plus, the new ambiance will make it feel like you are in a big city with an intimate setting, live music and amazing food!”
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 480.251.1769.
Looking for a unique dining experience? A bit of a surprise? PlaceInvaders has your number.
Place Invaders created unique and interesting 5 course dinners, with all items made from scratch, and hold the dinners in unique and unexpected locations. This weekend you will find them in the Coronado District.
If you visit their website and register there you’ll receive an email with a link to purchase tickets to their in town events. You will find that there is a brunch (1pm) and dinner (8pm) option on Saturday as well as a brunch (1pm) and dinner(7pm) option on Sunday. Brunch tickets are available for $60 and dinner for $90. Check them out soon!
Marcellino Ristorante’s 5 Year Anniversary Celebration
Five years in Old Town Scottsdale is certainly something worth celebrating and Marcellino Ristorante is doing it right. International Brazilian recording star, Jim Porto, will be appearing for the first time in the US just for this special occasion.
Porto will be playing 2 shows, one at 7pm and the second a 8:45pm. Sinner seatings will be available for both performances, however reservations are required and can be made by calling 480.990.5500.
Guests will be able to walk the red carpet and enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne to kick off the night of celebrations. Chef Marcellino will offer his “Greatest Hits” menu (at a la carte pricing) that will include all of his signature dishes. Dishes like Bufala Mozzarella & Prosciutto, Scallops con Crema di Tartufo, Porcini Fettuccine, Wild Boar Chop among so many others.
Sunday| April 26th, 2015
Who doesn’t love a sausage fest? You know, the kind that is a complete celebration of brats, pretzels, beer and sausage themed games. Ever wonder what Arizona’s longest brat and largest pretzel look like? Brat Haus will create and grill a massive 80 plus foot brat in celebration of Sausage Fest. Patrons can purchase a portion of the giant brat for $1 per inch with a 6 inch minimum. 50% of the proceeds will benefit the ALS Association of Arizona.
Spend the day participating in the stein holding contest, sausage making demos, beer garden games, brat eating contests, pretzel toss and a cigar station. Ice cold craft beer from San Tan Brewing, Mike Hess Brewing, Krombacher and New Belgium will be available. When you match that with pretzels, brats, a pig roast and more tasteful treats than you could ever devour in one day and you and the whole family will surely have a day to remember.
Presale general admission tickets are $8 and can be purchased at Brat Haus. Day of admission will be $10. Sausage Fest is an all ages event and guests aged 12 and under are free. You can also purchase tickets online at www.BratHaus.com.
Cowboy Ciao Sunday Night Family Dinner
Babek Motamedi, founder of the international winery guide Kazzit.com will go wino-y-wino with Cowboy Ciao’s Peter Kasperski. The duel begins at 6:30pm and will include 5 delicious new courses, 10 wine tastings and an incomparable experience for only $50 (not including tax or gratuity).
About the Author - Taryn Jeffries
Editor and Chief Eating Officer of PhoenixBites, 2017 Food Writer of the Year (Arizona Culinary Hall of Fame) Taryn grew up in a small town in Illinois with a doting Grandmother who taught her the way around a kitchen and that food is representative of love. Her current quest is to find the love in local dishes and the chefs behind them. In addition to running all things PhoenixBites, Taryn is also a freelance writer, sharing her insight on the best dishes and where to get them each and every month.
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