From mulled wine to sangria, wine has been a part of the classic cocktail repertoire for quite some time. And though wine cocktails may not be especially new to the beverage world, wine cocktails currently are trending across the Valley. From syrups to infusions of dessert wine, local bartenders are…
Chef’s Table Dinner at Vivo! Ristorante Friday, August 28 Reserve a space for Chef Tomaso Maggiore’s four-course Chef’s Table dinner Friday at Vivo! Ristorante. Beginning at 6 p.m. with a Zonin Prosecco toast, the dinner will feature dishes including bucatini with foraged mushroom ragú paired with Tenuta Polvaro Nero wine…
Residents of Roosevelt Row and the surrounding neighborhood will soon have their own beer and wine shop when Flowers Beer & Wine, located on the southeast corner of Roosevelt and Fifth streets, opens its doors in the first week of September. The bottle shop is the project of Roosevelt entrepreneur…
“All Things Amari” Dinner at The Parlor Tuesday, August 25 The Parlor will continue its popular cocktail dinner series on Tuesday with an All Things Amari-themed meal. Amari, bitter herbal liqueurs often made in Italy and served as an apéritif or digestif, will be used to prepare cocktails that will…
2nd Annual New Times Beer Olympics at Tempe Marketplace Friday, August 21 Join New Times as we team up with Tempe Marketplace to host the Second Annual Beer Olympics. From 8 to 11 p.m., participants will have the chance to compete in various games, including flip cup, corn hole, giant beer…
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to become a winemaker, you might not have to look very far for answers. Located less than two hours north of the Valley, Yavapai College offers Viticulture and Enology programs that give students the ability to study the ins and outs of growing grapes…
Arizona Distilling Co. Dinner at Wright’s at the Biltmore Tuesday, August 18 Get a taste of some of the Valley’s best local fare Tuesday during Wright’s at the Biltmore’s whiskey dinner, featuring Arizona Distilling Co. Starting at 7 p.m. with a short reception, the event will include dinner at 7:30…
It’s tough to imagine a local wine cafe as popular as Postino. There are four locations around the Valley, two in the works for the East Valley, and one more only weeks away from opening its doors in Denver. If you’ve ever been to Postino — and of course you…
Paso Robles Wine Tasting Class at Central Wine Saturday, August 15 Sample Paso Robles wine country this Saturday during Central Wine’s monthly wine tasting class. From 3:30 to 5 p.m., participants will taste eight different varietals from Paso Robles while enjoying savory small-bite pairings. Reservations made before the event mean…
Monday Night Chef’s Table featuring Luna Vineyards at ZuZu at Hotel Valley HoTonight Enjoy a four-course dinner this week during the Monday Night Chef’s Table at ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho. Featuring wines from Luna Vineyards, the dinner will include courses such as crispy lobster with marinated watermelon and coconut yuzu cream, and…
When we first heard about the orange milk from Danzeisen Dairy, we were filled with both horror and amazement. It couldn’t possibly be citrus milk — the thought alone conjures terror. “Maybe it tastes like an orange creamsicle?” we wondered. Then we learned Danzeisen also makes a root beer-flavored milk, and…
Is there a more contemporary-turned-classic breakfast treat than the maple-bacon doughnut? We don’t think so. Combining some of our favorite morning meal picks — bacon, maple syrup, and doughnuts — it’s a complete package rolled into one pastry. Obviously, a good maple-bacon doughnut is the sum of its three parts…
Freeride Bike Co. Pub Crawl Saturday, August 8 Wheel out your bicycle, grab your helmet, and join Freeride Bike Co. this Saturday for an epic pub crawl. Starting at the new Freeride Bike Co. location in Gilbert, riders will travel to World of Beer, Cantina Laredo, and finish off with…
Kids Eat Free Back To School Special at Scramble Weekdays Throughout August Whether the return of school this month is accompanied by cheers or groans, Scramble in Scottsdale has a not-to-be-missed special for the little student in your life. Throughout the month of August, Scramble is offering a free meal…
We have some bad news that may come as a shock: Not everyone can be the best. We can’t all medal in the 100-meter, receive Best Actor statuettes, or win American Idol. And when it comes to wine, it’s helpful to remember that we can’t all be master sommeliers. In…
Arizona Breakfast Weekend Thursday, July 30 through Sunday, August 2 Arizona Breakfast Weekend will debut in restaurants across the Valley from Thursday through Sunday. Participating eateries, including Kale & Clover, Barrio Urbano, and Perk Eatery, will offer special breakfast and brunch dishes priced at $7, $15, or $25. The event…
20 Buck Wednesdays at Barrio Urbano Wednesday, July 29 If you haven’t yet dined at Barrio Urbano, you’re quickly running out of reasons not to stop by. Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza and her team at Urbano are throwing “20 Buck Wednesdays” each week. For $20, diners can grab a bottle…
National Tequila Day Party at Taco Guild Friday, July 24 After a week of celebrating our spirit from south of the border, Taco Guild’s love affair with tequila will culminate on National Tequila Day this Friday. The excitement will last all day, starting with mariachi band performances from 11:30 a.m…
Taco Tuesday at Ticoz Latin Kitchen Tuesday, July 21 Proving that Taco Tuesday will never go out of style, Ticoz Latin Kitchen is rolling out its very own Tuesday menu. Priced at $2 apiece, Ticoz’s tacos are served on flour tortillas and include fillings such as carne asada, pork adovada, and…
Have you ever felt mystified while looking over a restaurant wine list? Or wondered what wine to serve with your homemade pasta bolognese? Maybe you’ve wanted to visit French wine country but haven’t known where to begin. Lucky for you, wine education and travel just become a lot more accessible…
Real, Wild, and Woody Beer Festival Saturday, July 18 This Saturday from 2 to 6 p.m., beer aficionados from the newly-21 to the cicerone certified can gather at the Phoenix Convention Center for the Real, Wild, and Woody Beer Festival hosted by the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild. More than 60 breweries,…
Emerging Arts Leaders Phoenix Happy Hour at Sun Up Brewery Today This evening, Sun Up Brewery in Central Phoenix will play host to the third Summer Happy Hour event by Emerging Arts Leaders Phoenix. The topic for this month’s Happy Hour discussion will be New Times’ March State of the…
