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\nDid 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 innovative restaurant-style beef dishes at home. (Perhaps you will pick up a few tips and tricks for the upcoming holiday season.)
\nThe private class at Avalon is only $29 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Guests will even get to indulge in\u00a0a four-course meal, along with wine pairings with each course. Plus, guests will get to take home the\u00a0recipes for each dish:
\n\u2022 First Course: Braised \u2018Provini Farms\u2019 Veal Breast with Pommes Fondant, Glazed Turnips and Rutabagas, and Herbed Veal Jus
\n\u2022 Second Course: Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Porcini Mushroom Risotto, Truffled Foie Butter and Baby Heirloom Beets
\n\u2022 Third Course: Braised \u2018BBQ\u2019 Beef Rib with Creamy Roasted Garlic Polenta, Beet Greens and Veal \u2018BBQ\u2019 Demi
\n\u2022 Dessert Course: Organic California Stone fruit Cobbler with Sweet Cream Biscuit, Almond streusel and Cr\u00e8me Fraiche
\nThis tasting event and cooking class is limited to only 25 guests. To make your reservation, call 602.656.0010. 7707 E. McDowell Rd., Scottsdale. http:\/\/avalon-scottsdale.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Did you know that September is National Beef Month? Pretty cool, huh? 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