If you’ve found yourself in Anthem, you’ve likely made the trek north to shop at the outlets or make a stopover while going to or from Arizona’s high country. The Bearded Barber is another worthy reason to visit the otherwise cookie-cutter exurb. It’s a speakeasy that hews as close as possible to the definition in […]
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Ben Avery is the largest publicly operated shooting facility in the United States, sprawling over 1,650 acres near Lake Pleasant. It has a proud history among sportsmen and was the site of the World Shooting Championships in 1970. Gun enthusiasts and law enforcement officers regularly practice on the main and specialty ranges, which include an […]
Arizona’s extraordinary Sonoran Desert surrounds The Boulders, a luxurious natural retreat offering championship golf courses, tennis gardens and sparkling pools. Be enchanted by adobe casitas, innovative cuisine and the world-renowned Waldorf Astoria Spa at The Boulders Resort.
We have only five words for you regarding Cave Creek’s Bryan’s Black Mountain Barbecue. Pulled Pork and Coleslaw Sandwich! It’s a trademark delicacy that people drive all the way to Cave Creek to enjoy, served on a toasted, buttered bun and piled high with the best pulled pork around. The combination of hot, smoky, moist […]
On any given Wednesday, Buffalo Chip Saloon and Steakhouse may be the liveliest spot in the Valley. “Saloon” isn’t quite accurate; it’s true that there’s a large, rustic indoor drinking space on-site, but it’s just one part of what makes up the unimitable Cave Creek watering hole. The draw on Wednesdays and Fridays is bull-riding; […]
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While Binkley’s, award-winning chef Kevin Binkley’s fine dining spot, is special occasion/destination dining for most, Caf
Upscale surf ‘n’ turf joint wrapped in a Sonoran ranch house theme. The place does a few things right other than atmosphere: spicy house sausage made from beef, elk and buffalo; ahi nachos with Manchego cheese; and a chocolate cowboy s’more that’ll give diabetics a death wish. Is it worth driving all the way out […]
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There’s little we love more than an afternoon hike through the Jewell of the Creek Preserve, then a quick jump over to the Cave Creek Coffee Company for wine tasting, good food and a little live music. After a post-hike cabernet, we go for the Vegetarian Sandwich, piled with roasted Portobello mushroom, fresh mozzarella, tomato […]
Good spot to take out-of-towners for a look at what remains of the Wild West. It’s a tourist trap, but at least the tourists are not brought in by the busload. Besides, locals eat here, too. They come for the dandy burgers, ribs, steak, and fried chicken.
Cave Creek Smokehouse is, shockingly enough, a BBQ joint with a large patio in Cave Creek. Their signature dish is a smoked brisket lasagna which is also exactly what it sounds like. Beyond the food though, Cave Creek Smokehouse also host a staggering number of events virtually every day of ever week. It’s an excellent […]