Valentine’s Day Happenings at FOUND:RE Phoenix

There is so much going in the Valley this Valentines weekend, its making it so difficult to decide on where to spend your time and money. If you’re searching for something a little out of the ordinary, FOUND:RE Phoenix has a “cheeky” option for you, as well as some more conventional experiences. Whether you are dining with friends or your main squeeze, you’ll want to check these options before solidifying your plans.

Valentine’s Day at FOUND:RE Phoenix

February Art Exhibit

FOUND:RE Phoenix, the one-of-a-kind lifestyle hotel experience with every design and detail inspired by local contemporary art, culture, fashion and music, is proud to announce their February art exhibit “Butt Seriously!” – celebrating the art of the derriere. The spirited exhibit will run from February 3rd through February 26th showcasing the behind in all its shapes, sizes and colors.

Valentine’s Day Programming

For the adventurous | This Valentine’s Day, couples can book the “Let’s Get Cheeky” package ($235, plus tax and gratuity) at FOUND:RE which includes locally made artisanal treats, a bottle of red wine and painting supplies so guests can create their own art made with paint dipped butts inspired by February’s exhibit “Butt Seriously…” FOUND:RE Phoenix’s studio will be filled with a collection of paint dipped butts that guests can re-create from the comfort of their room. The truly bold can even let the hotel hang their creation in the lobby for a chance to win “Best Butt.”

For the more traditional couples | For couples looking for a more traditional Valentine’s Day escape, guests can opt for the Afternoon Delight” package ($265, plus tax and gratuity). Skip out of work a little early and bring that special someone to FOUND:RE Phoenix for an afternoon of fun. The couple can choose between two welcome cocktails or a bottle of champagne and the stay includes a special intimacy kit and post “delight” dessert served in either the onsite restaurant MATCH Cuisine & Cocktail or opt for in room delivery.

For the singles | Singles and “galentine” groups are invited to celebrate their singledom with FOUND:RE Phoenix’s “Hateflix and Chill.” MATCH Cuisine & Cocktails will be offering an all-day happy hour beginning at noon with anti Valentine’s Day food and beverage specials in the lounge / bar. Then beginning at 5 p.m., singles can laugh at the relationship drama of others while taking in three hate flick classics in the main gallery: The Breakup, Single White Female and Fatal Attraction. Who knows…maybe you’ll end up meeting your MATCH.

Valentine’s Day Dining

Treat the palette (and your special someone) to a menu fit for a jet setter at MATCH Cuisine & Cocktails, an extension of FOUND:RE Phoenix’s one-of-a-kind art and lifestyle hotel. The restaurant exudes creativity through innovative cuisine and inspired libations, both of which are on full display with a fun and modern take on a classic prix fixe menu. Executive Chef Akos Szabo begins the meal with an Italian inspired amuse bouche and moves on to savory starters such as the seafood agnolotti which combines sustainable salmon and mano de leon scallops in a savory Maine lobster cream sauce to start. Classic entrees are given a twist, the surf & turf combines braised beef short rib, Kauai prawn scampi and duck fat fried potato with a sauce albufera, merging familiar taste profiles with the unexpected. The adventurous set can opt to end the meal with the Guatemalan rellenitos, both surprising and delightful the dish pairs fried plantain fritters, sweet black bean puree and mole ice cream for a meal and evening you won’t soon forget. The menu is $75 per adult or $115 with a wine pairing. A table side shaved burgundy truffle supplement is available at $20 per course. Make your reservation today 602-875-8080.

Wherever you land on February 14th, we hope that you have a lovely holiday!

© Taryn Jeffries 2017

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