Did you know that September is National Beef Month? Pretty cool, huh? In honor of National Beef Month, Scottsdale’s superchic Avalon is hosting a tasting and techniques class on Monday, Sept. 28, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Avalon guests will learn tips and techniques, as demonstrated by Executive Chef Travis Watson, on how to prepare [...]

Us worker bees are always looking for a new place to grab lunch–and we’re even happier if we can have a bite to eat at one of Scottsdale’s most cherished, long-running eateries. Starting at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, The Burger Bar at Don & Charlie’s will be open for lunch every weekday. (Note: [...]

Since most Arizonans don’t have much to look forward to during the hot, hot summers, Scottsdale’s Avalon has announced new summer specials and menu offerings to help us beat the heat. Drawing inspiration from coastal cities worldwide, Avalon’s Executive Chef, Travis Watson, has put together a rousing menu full of seasonal specialties deliberately created to [...]

Trader Vic’s in Scottsdale’s Hotel Valley Ho will celebrate it’s third anniversary in style this Friday, July 24, with food and drink specials and plenty of entertainment. Here’s what to expect at this fun Friday night event:
• From 6 to 7 p.m., complimentary appetizer buffet
• $5 ABSOLUT cocktails
• $5 Sebastiani Pinot Noir & Chardonnay by [...]

A few weekends ago, I had a wonderful, whirlwind weekend at the Valley’s own Four Seasons Scottsdale at Troon North. The room? Completely lovely, bursting with sunny colors. The spa treatment? A jojoba and prickly pear body polish–relaxing and refreshing. The pool? A wonderful way to kick off any Saturday morning–sipping a cold drink under [...]

When it comes to dining out, I’ve been on quite a Southwestern kick lately. This time, my hunger pangs took me to North Scottsdale’s Jalapeno Inferno Mexican Bistro. Upon arriving at Jalapeno Inferno, I had my fingers crossed that the weather would magically cool off so I could enjoy the restaurant’s nice patio. Though the [...]

I’m sure Valley steakhouses will be bustling this weekend with full-bellied dads, celebrating Father’s Day. Need suggestions as to where to treat pops to some prime meat? Here are some of our favorite steakhouses in Scottsdale and Phoenix:
BLT Steak This Camelback Inn restaurant is one of chef Laurent Tourondel’s few eateries in the Southwest. While [...]

Fairmont Scottsdale’s super chic, year-old Stone Rose Lounge has recently announced a new social schedule designed to help its party-seeking patrons save some bucks (including perks for locals and a special birthday Champagne campaign)–and still have fun. Since Arizona has such mild summer nights, I look forward to taking advantage of Stone Rose Lounge’s new social [...]

After nearly 10 years, Arcadia Farms Café in Old Town Scottsdale–the restaurant’s flagship location–has been a top lunch stop. And now, Arcadia Farms has just announced that it will be open through dinner, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., every Wednesday through Saturday, beginning this Wednesday, April 29. In addition to Arcadia Farms’ classic dishes, the [...]

Has it been a while since you’ve ventured to SouthBridge, the shopping/dining destination near Scottsdale Fashion Square? Well, a trio of SouthBridge eateries Canal (where food and fashion collide), Estate House (a multi-level dinner house serving American contemporary fare) and Metro Brasserie (here you can find New Orleans-French cuisine) have teamed up to bring hungry Scottsdalites [...]