Brunch in Style at The Eleanor in Scottsdale

In September 2023, The Eleanor opened in the former Scottsdale Dry Cleaners space at Hayden and Osborn, offering breakfast, lunch, coffee and cocktails. “The Eleanor has a modern retro vibe with a casual, welcoming experience and a focus on hospitality,” said owner Tom Frenkel of the Clayton Companies. ALINE Architecture Concepts created a mid-century design […]

Warm Up to Winter Food and Beverage Festivals

It’s not too early to start thinking about plans for 2024. Once the holiday season is over, there are a variety of culinary events and festivals to fill the calendar. FestivinWrigley Mansion, PhoenixJanuary 11–14A celebration of wine, food and education features dinners, seminars, demonstrations and a grand tasting with a portion of proceeds benefiting Almost […]

‘Tis the Season for Holiday Pop-Ups

Several Valley venues are offering unique seasonal experiences with creative cocktails and festive fare.   Champagne and Caviar Lounge at Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix Indulge this season at the Champagne and Caviar Lounge at the iconic Arizona Biltmore resort through Jan. 3 with a different Champagne house featured each week. Guests can select from several varieties […]

Huss Brewing Co. and Phoenix Zoo Partner on Brewer’s Conservation Series

Huss Brewing Co. is partnering with the Phoenix Zoo to support the conservation of endangered species through a series of beers available at the zoo. “We’ve partnered with the Phoenix Zoo for many years on selling some of our top brands, so when they approached us asking for a beer to be a part of […]

Spooky Cocktails

These haunted Halloween libations are available at Valley restaurants for a limited time. Hash Kitchen, multiple locations  Available Oct. 28-31, the Basic Witch Martini is made with black cherry juice, vanilla vodka and toasted marshmallow, and is garnished with Luxardo cherries and vampire teeth.  J.T. Prime Kitchen & Cocktails, Old Town Scottsdale The seasonal pumpkin […]

New in Town: Elliott’s Steakhouse Brings Elevated Dining to Downtown Chandler

Elliott’s Steakhouse opened in downtown Chandler in August 2023, close to its popular sister restaurants, the Brickyard and the Hidden House. “Elliott’s Steakhouse brings an elevated dining experience to downtown Chandler, with a focus on quality food and exceptional service in a beautiful setting,” said Michael Regan, director of operations for the restaurant group that […]

Raise a Stein to Oktoberfest

Celebrate the annual German tradition with food, beer and fun at events across the Valley. Sept. 29 – Oct. 1Oktoberfest at Greenwood Brewing, downtown PhoenixThe three-day event includes beer specials, food trucks, brewery tours, a comedy show, yoga and the launch of Greenwood’s new Schnitzel Pop beer. Sept. 30 – Oct. 1Downtown Chandler Oktoberfest, Dr. […]

Marcellino Ristorante Celebrates 20 Years in Scottsdale

In 2003, chef Marcellino Verzino and his wife Sima opened Marcellino Ristorante in Scottsdale. The couple, who met in Rome, moved from New York City to Scottsdale after visiting friends in the area. Marcellino was born in the Campania region of Italy and started cooking for his family at a young age. He worked in […]

Good Food Forum + Expo Offers Taste of Arizona

Get a taste of Arizona and connect with local food entrepreneurs, leaders and businesses at Local First Arizona’s Good Food Forum + Expo. Taking place on Aug. 29 at the Mesa Convention Center, the event is the combination of two Local First Arizona signature events — Arizona’s Food and Farm Forum and the Good Food Expo. […]

Kitchen Doors: A Driving Force

Arizona native Matt Carter has been a leader in the local culinary scene for more than two decades as executive chef and partner in some of the Valley’s most popular eateries. After high school, Carter spent a summer working at a breakfast restaurant in San Diego, which inspired him to go to Scottsdale Culinary Institute. […]