Every man’s bar buddy, George Wendt, aka “Norm,” will grace a barstool at The Big Pour, Sat., Nov. 14, at Scottsdale Waterfront. George graciously accepted the invitation to visit fans, sign his new book Drinking With George, participate in a beer seminar and hoist a few in the process.
The Big Pour, Nov. 12-14, will [...]

Posted on November 2nd, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Special Events. Tags: Book, DRAFT Magazine, George Wendt, Scottsdale Waterfront, The Big Pour. Comments: None

Posted on October 19th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Special Events. Tags: Crave Arizona, Culinary, Food, James Porter, video. Comments: None

Savor Scottsdale’s ‘08 smash hit foodie event, Eats3, is “back for seconds” with a fresh name and even bigger appetite to please. Renamed Crave Arizona, the culinary event treats the world’s food and wine community to an expanded statewide celebration of food, wine & spirits.
Activities at the 2009 Crave Arizona event include the “Taste of [...]

Posted on October 6th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Special Events, Things To Do. Tags: Artwalk, Chef Events, Crave, Crave Arizona, Culinary, Dining, Eats3, Events. Comments: 2

In the recent August 2009 Wine Spectator, they recognized these Scottsdale restaurants for having a fine wine selection. If you’re a casual wine drinker or even a “wine-o” be sure to check out these restaurants. Also, let us know how well they struck your taste palette.

Best of Award of Excellence
Bourbon Steak
The [...]

Posted on August 28th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Resorts & Hotels, Things To Do, What's Noteworthy. Tags: Arizona, Awards, Scottsdale, Wine list, Wine Spectator. Comments: None

Tickets must be purchased before 12am Arizona time zone, 8/13/2009.
Crave Arizona highlights local chefs, artisans, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences found only in Arizona.
The schedule includes exquisite dinners, cooking demonstrations, competitions,
educational seminars,
epicurean adventures and celebrity chef sightings!
More information online at www.CraveArizona.com or call 888-946-3277.

Posted on August 11th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Special Events, Things To Do. Tags: Crave Arizona, Culinary, Eats3, Events. Comments: None

Chef Gio Osso of the Estate House Restaurant prepares pan-roasted Irsh organic salmon and potatoes. The Estate House welcomes you home with new American cuisine and classic comforts to refresh the spirit. One of downtown Scottsdale’s favorite restaurants, Estate House invites you to an unforgettable dining experience complete with LIVE entertainment in the Upstairs lounge. [...]

Posted on August 10th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife. Tags: Estate House, Gio Osso, video. Comments: None

The Master Wine Tasting event at The Capital Grille is going on now until August 23. Try 11 insider wines during your lunch for $10 or dinner for $25.
These hand selected wines from South Africa and Napa Valley come highly rated from Robert Parker and Wine Spectator. Swirl, Sip, Savor as many as you’d like!

Wines [...]

Posted on August 7th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Things To Do. Tags: Scottsdale, The Capital Grille, Wine Tasting. Comments: None

UPDATE: Thanks to everyone who participated. The winners were Rebecca B. on Facebook and @PentimentoInc on twitter.
We are giving away two sets of two tickets to the Phoenix Cooks event on September 05, 2009. The event is held at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa. Entering our giveaway is quick and easy. Here are the [...]

Posted on August 4th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife. Tags: Facebook, giveaway, Twitter. Comments: 1

Want to stay in a pleasant North Scottsdale resort that’s conveniently located for exploring the area? Be sure to check out Xona Resort Suites.  I took some time out of my day to visit this peaceful resort. You won’t see Xona off the major roads as it is tucked away a little bit, but one [...]

Posted on July 30th, 2009 under Dining and Nightlife, Member Spotlight, Resorts & Hotels. Tags: Arizona, Asada Dese, Scottsdale, Xona Resort Suites. Comments: None