Scottsdale Spice: September 12th

After a summer complete with sweltering days, the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce is holding its 2nd Annual Scottsdale Spice Culinary Event this Saturday at The Venue of Scottsdale. The Festival brings Valley chefs together to create their spiciest dishes with the hopes of winning a “Golden Ticket” to participate in the World Chef Challenge, a three-day event in Florida.

5 Reasons Why Should You Go To Scottsdale Spice:

1.  You love all things spicy! There are so many local restaurants that are participating in the event and they are bringing with them their hottest dishes (see below for a complete list).
2. Our weather is expected to be back to beautiful on Saturday. After all the gloom and grey of the last few days, the “mostly sunny” forecast seems like the perfect backdrop for a fiery feast! Plus there’s a lot of rain expected the beginning of next week, so get out there and enjoy the sun. Soak it up, buttercup!
3. Tickets are only $45 for Scottsdale Chamber members and $55 for non-members. That entry fee gets you unlimited food samples from all of the participating restaurants (while supplies last) AND 7 drink tickets that are good for wine, craft beer and available spirits.
4. The event is 21 and over only, so if you have been looking for something to do on a date night or with a group of friends, this is perfect for you.
5. You love local music. Local band, Sapphire Sky will be performing live to set the vibe and get you dancing. They play a variety of music; from top 40 hits to modern classic rock anthems and hip-hop.

Need a few more reasons? Check out the list of participating restaurants and what they are scheduled to be bringing with them:

Brat Haus| Das Fuer Bratwurst
Burgers n’ Fries| Nopal Habanero Burger
Chef John’s| Toast & Board – a Trio of Mild, Medium and Hot Tapenade on a Crispy Baguette Round
Craft 64| Spain Pizza
George & Son’s Asian Cuisine| Firecracker Spicy Shrimp, Firecracker Spicy Pork & General Yangs Chicken
Honey Bear’s BBQ| Pulled Pork Sliders, Chicken Sliders, Beef Brisket Sliders
Hula’s Modern Tiki| Spicy Thai Chicken Bowl & Panera
Karma Juice| samples of fresh, cold pressed juice
Mad Greens| Don Quixote with Spicy Avocado
Nespresso| samples of espresso and coffee drinks
Papi Chulo’s Mexican Grill| Pork Posole with corn and red chile
Rocket Fizz Scottsdale| samples of spicy candies including chocolates, taffy, nostalgic Mexican candies, red hots, hot tamales, and soda pops
Rubio’s| Blackened Tilapia Tacos
SanTan Brewing Company| Short Rib Crostinis and Chipotle Bacon Wrapped Dates
Starfire Golf Club| Korean Fried Chicken Wings
Two Brothers Tap House & Brewery| Ghostly Goat Balls Chili and Beer Braised Goat Stuffed in a Polenta Ball served with Curry Peach Cream

The Scottsdale Spice Festival will take place from 6pm until 10pm on Saturday, September 12th  at 7117 E. Third Ave. in Scottsdale. You can purchase your tickets through Eventbrite.