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Celebrate Art Unlike Any Other

Have you ever wondered what inspires artists to create the unique pieces of work that you admire?
At the Celebration of Fine Art you are personally able to ask the artists yourself and learn about their works. Josh Kenzer and I visited the Celebration of Fine Art which is located up in Scottsdale at the southeast [...]

It’s a Motorcycle. It’s a Bicycle. No, it’s a Segway!

Have you ever seen those uniquely looking two-wheeled electric vehicles roaming around in the city?

The Segway was first introduced in 2001 as another means of transportation similar to a scooter. ContempoRide Segway offers a unique experience to ride the Segways.
If you’re looking to go around Old Town Scottsdale, ContempoRide Segway provides guided tours. You also [...]

The Art of Maintenance

As a follow up to the fish roundup post from last week, I received an email tipping me off to the following video. It was shot and edited by Pat Shannahan.

Cafe Carumba: Spirited Southwest Grill

Scottsdale has a wide selection of restaurants ranging from American to Western style dishes making where to eat sometimes a difficult decision. If you’re in downtown Scottsdale and unsure on where eat let me make a recommendation for you, check out Cafe Carumba.
For those of you that love Mexican food you might be asking, “What [...]

Hindsight is Always 20/20 Exhibition

Photo by Josh Kenzer.

By artist R. Luke Dubois
The Scottsdale Public Art program is proud to bring Hindsight is 20/20, an installation by R. Luke DuBois to the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. This outdoor installation will be on view, free to the public, from October 4 to November 2. The installation is located near the iconic [...]

The Pink Light District

Photo by Josh Kenzer.
For the month of October, the Scottsdale Southbridge at the Waterfront is awash in pink lights. Named The Pink Light District, this display is a fund raiser to raise money for breast cancer research and awareness. For more information or to donate, please visit their official website.
Be sure to get out to [...]

Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Wine List Awards

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 [...]

Tee up at McCormick Ranch Golf Club

If you’re looking for a challenging but enjoyable golf course consider the McCormick Ranch Golf Club conveniently located on Scottsdale Rd and McCormick Parkway. The Palm and Pine course each offer championship tees totaling more than 7,000 yards. But whether you’re a novice, amateur, or professional these courses are very playable for any skill level.
Josh, [...]

The Captial Grille Master Wine Tasting

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 [...]

A Delightful Time at Xona Resort Suites

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 [...]