TOURISM
DECADENT DINING Resort restaurants set the standard for fine desert dining in Arizona
By ALISON BAILIN BATZ
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rizona’s hospitality industry is in the throes of its high season, when the worldat-large descends on the Grand Canyon State to enjoy our sunshine, spas, golf courses, restaurants and resorts. Lucky for them, many of the region’s top resorts happen to have some of our biggest culinary talents. Here are some of the best:
Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak Egyptian-born Michael Mina is a magician with flavors. His team members at Michael Mina Group, which has more than 40 high-end concepts worldwide to date, are artists of atmosphere. And the team at his Scottsdale namesake, located in the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess? They are masters at making unforgettable evenings for every single person who dines with them. Given its name, it should go without saying that the steak offerings will rock your world. However, dig a little deeper into the menu when you have a chance and explore the other delicacies, including an ultra-chic take on a shellfish platter. Also, don’t miss that glass wine cellar. Learn more: scottsdaleprincess.com
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