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\"Firesky<\/a>
\nFoodie news roundup for the week of Nov. 28.<\/em>
\nGrimaldi\u2019s Pizzeria<\/strong> is hosting its Seventh Annual Toys for Tots drive. Guests can bring a new and unwrapped toy to any of the seven Valley Grimaldi\u2019s locations now until Dec. 21.
\nIn celebration of the annual ASU vs. U of A rivalry game on Saturday, Nov. 30, Sprinkles Cupcakes<\/strong> in Scottsdale offers guests one free Sun Devil or Wildcat red velvet cupcake to fans wearing their favorite team’s jerseys, shirts or hats with a limit of one per customer.
\nBeginning Nov. 30, on the the last Saturday of every month now through April, Taggia<\/strong> Scottsdale at Firesky Resort will offer guests and local diners the chance to bike to Old Town Scottsdale Farmer\u2019s Market with Chef Massimo De Francesca (pictured). He will shop with them for fresh produce and other gourmet items. Upon returning to Taggia, he will use these ingredients to prepare a three-course lunch with local Arizona wines for $60 per couple. Reservations required in advance by calling 480.424.6095<\/a>.
\nEnjoy extended happy hour on Black Friday, Nov. 29, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at all five Valley RA Sushi<\/strong> locations. Diners will have a choice of more than 30 appetizer, tapas and sushi selections, plus a wide variety of beer, wine and signature cocktails.
\nFor more fab foodie news, follow us on Twitter @AZFoothillsFood, become a fan on Facebook and check us out on Instagram and Pinterest.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Foodie news roundup for the week of Nov. 28. 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