Restaurants
Posted on: November 30th, 2010
by Amy Martin
November 18th, I headed out to Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain for their 2nd dinner of the current Hollywood Bites dinner series. Philip Rosenthal, creator and the executive producer of the hit comedy – Everybody Loves Raymond, joined Chef Charles Wiley, executive chef of Scottsdale’s Hotel Valley Ho, for an unforgettable evening. The dinner was...
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Posted on: November 22nd, 2010
by Amy Martin
Amaro Pizzeria & Vino Lounge (closed) recently opened in Cave Creek with efforts of two restaurant and bar industry veterans, Frank Viaro and Tagan Dering (Cowboy Ciao and Kazimierz World Wine Bar). Amaro brings a taste of Old World Italy serving Italian classics, wood-fired pizzas and an impressive collection of wines. The restaurant is...
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Posted on: November 22nd, 2010
by Amy Martin
This week, a new restaurant opens its doors in Scottsdale on November 24th: Local Bistro. Local Bistro will celebrate the flavors of Italy, France and Spain through its chic, yet still affordable menu. Local Bistro offers traditional European dishes ranging from handmade pastas, wood-burning Neapolitan-style pizzas, chops, steaks, salads and seafood. Some of the...
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Posted on: November 19th, 2010
by Amy Martin
This week, I had the pleasure of attending an “In the Kitchen” event at Crescent Moon (closed) at Four Seasons Scottsdale. The event was held for local food bloggers to gather, taste and experience the new menu Chef Mel Mecinas has created. Susie Timm of Girl Meats Fork and Kirti Dwivedi of Diya Marketing organized and hosted the event along with...
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Posted on: November 19th, 2010
by Amy Martin
Who doesn’t like ice cream? Who doesn’t like arcade game? No one… right? The grown-up stresses of life make us all secretly wish that we could be a kid again, enjoying the days when our biggest worry was deciding on a flavor of ice cream, or hoping we’d win that giant stuffed animal everyone wanted...
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Posted on: November 19th, 2010
by Amy Martin
No plans for dinner tonight? Head on out to Talavera at the Four Seasons Resort for their Long Meadow Ranch Wine Dinner this evening. The dinner will feature four courses, each paired with wine. Take a look at the menu: Long Meadow Ranch Wine Dinner Menu First: Goat Cheese Tart Caramelized Fennel / Arugula & Radicchio Salad...
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Posted on: November 10th, 2010
by Taryn Jeffries
Looking for an elegant Thanksgiving Dinner without the cleanup and hard work? Need help figuring out what to do with the turkey in your fridge? Want to share your thanks to our overseas troops? The Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa can help with all three! The legendary Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa will offer...
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Posted on: November 9th, 2010
by Taryn Jeffries
Some of my favorite exports of Mexico: Tacos, Tamales, Tortas and Tequila! Thankfully, I now know where to get what should be the best in the valley. Next week, the Valley’s own progressive restaurateur, Aaron May, will be offering his own rustic, but refined version of comidas corridas (running food) at Vitamin T, the colorful...
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Posted on: November 9th, 2010
by Amy Martin
The Westin Kierland Resort was designed to celebrate Arizona’s rich history and diverse culture. Many of the architectural elements you’ll find at the resort represent a unique part of Arizona. From the structure of the tiered lobby (resembling the Grand Canyon), to the marble whirled throughout the entry-way (illustrating the Colorado River), you will...
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Posted on: November 8th, 2010
by Amy Martin
Recently, I met up with a new friend who invited me to meet her for happy hour at The House at Secret Garden. Crazily enough, The House is right down the street from where I live – coincidence? Whatever it may be, I think I’ve just discovered my new favorite spot. The House at...
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