Barbecue Basics Class at Four Seasons Scottsdale
Whether your dad is a barbecue novice or knows everything there is to know about the grill, he’ll surely enjoy talking technique and learning something new during a “Barbecue Basics” class with the pros at the Four Seasons Scottsdale. Read more
100 Ways to Save in Scottsdale This Summer
The Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau has a great page on its website that can show you “100 Ways to Save” some moolah this summer. You’ll find tips on how to save in general (always ask if there’s a discount for Arizona residents!), plus coupons for golf courses, resorts, spas, restaurants, shops and other activities. Read more
Experience a Seasonal Feast at Talavera
Talavera, the signature restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, debuts its “Feast” event on Tuesday, May 29, at 6:30 p.m. Scheduled to be held the last Tuesday of every month, Feast will be an energetic and interactive evening including a three-course, somewhat impromptu menu of seasonal delights accompanied by local Arizona Stronghold wine. Read more
Cinco de Mayo and Kentucky Derby Mashup at The Saguaro
Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby fall on the same day this year! (That’s May 5.) And I know just the place you can go to take advantage of this awesome twist of fate. Head to The Saguaro in downtown Scottsdale to enjoy mint juleps at the Old Town Whiskey (anyone up for a Derby Dandy Party?), or to have tacos and margaritas at Distrito. Read more
Whiskey School at The Saguaro
On Sunday, April 29, join the Whiskey Professor at The Saguaro in downtown Scottsdale to learn all about scotch. For $20 per person, you’ll get an education, 1-ounce tasters of the different scotches being discussed, snacks from the Old Town Whiskey kitchen and a cocktail crash course. Plus, pass the pop quiz and you might just win a $100 dining credit. Read more
Swim Social Weekends at The Saguaro
Swim Social Weekends at The Saguaro in downtown Scottsdale kick off April 20 at the boutique hotel’s Picante Pool. From 6 to 8 p.m. on Fridays, “mermaids” and synchronized swimmers will play in the pool while you enjoy cocktails poolside. Or if your weekend plans are to include more sipping than splashing, head indoors to the lively happy hours at Distrito and Old Town Whiskey (4 to 7 p.m. every day). Read more
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Concert Series
Beginning May 6, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park will again hosts its annual free concert series event every Sunday evening from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Come out to enjoy some food and outdoor entertainment provided by local bands. Plus, the kids always love the train and carousel rides. Read more
“Farmer in the House” Chef’s Table at ZuZu
On Monday, April 30, ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho will host a very special chef’s table with Pat Duncan of Duncan’s Trading Co. and farm. If you enjoy supporting local farmers (and tasting the fruits of their labors!), this event will be a can’t-miss treat. The four-course menu will feature produce by Duncan, who is known for growing organic heirloom varieties in unexpected colors and unusual shapes and sizes with profound flavors. Read more
Windgate Ranch Festival
Car enthusiasts will want to make time for the second annual Windgate Ranch Festival this upcoming Saturday, March 24, which will showcase dozens of rare sports cars, race cars and vintage classics. Read more
Celebrate Compassion With Fashion 2012
On Saturday, March 17, the Arizona Humane Society will host its 14th annual Compassion With Fashion event at Westin Kierland Resort. This year’s theme is “All You Need is Love.” More than 1,000 supporters are expected to attend the celebration, which will feature a seated luncheon and fashion show, an adoptable pet meet-and-greet, a silent auction, and a raffle. Read more
Win a Ted Baker Shopping Spree
To celebrate spring training season in the Valley, the Ted Baker store at Fashion Square is inviting shopper’s to drop by and give the new spring collections a swing. Plus, one lucky girl or guy will win a $500 shopping spree to the Scottsdale store — just show a ticket stub from any 2012 spring training game between now and April 4 to enter. Read more
SunRidge Canyon Golf Club
There’s a new school in town. Last November, SunRidge Canyon Golf Club launched its new golf school, helmed by Jim McLean, who boasts an extremely impressive resume in golf instruction.
McLean has more than 35 years of golf swing research under his belt, and is ranked third in the world for his training system according to Golf Digest. Read more
Oscar Bingo at The Saguaro
Do you have any plans in honor of tonight’s Academy Awards? Old Town Whiskey at The Saguaro in downtown Scottsdale is hosting Oscar Bingo from 5 to 10 p.m., complete with tasty snacks and refreshments. Read more
Natalie Irish Paints With Kisses
Artist Natalie Irish, famous for the portraits she creates by “kissing” the canvas, will be in residence at the upcoming Scottsdale Arts Festival, March 9-11.
A video of Irish applying lipstick and then carefully kissing a canvas to produce a likeness of Marilyn Monroe has been viewed more than 500,000 times on YouTube. But attendees of the Scottsdale Arts Festival will have the opportunity to watch Irish at work in person over the course of the three-day event, during which she’ll be exhibiting her works and demonstrating her unique artistic techniques and talents.
Click through to watch the video of Irish creating a portrait of Marilyn Monroe … Read more
Scottsdale Native Trails
Scottsdale Native Trails kicked off for its 10th season on Jan. 19 and will run through April 14. The free outdoor festival celebrates Native American cultures of the Southwest with song, dance and artisanal goods. New this year is the addition of local merchants selling food items indigenous to the area, such as breads, muffins and soup mixes traditional to the Hopi, Diné and Zuni tribes. Read more
