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Shelly Spence :: owner/publisher shelly@imagesaz.com :: 623-341-8221 Stephanie Maher Palenque :: contributing writer Amanda Christmann Larson :: contributing writer Jeffrey Cody :: contributing writer Jerri Parness :: photographer Meaghan’s Dream :: graphic artist Jeff Penzone :: advertising consultant jeff@imagesaz.com :: 623-341-0123 ImagesAZ Magazine 623-341-8221 www.imagesaz.com
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Meet the LaBarbera Family
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Community
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Youth :: Kevin Calabrese
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Hometown :: Pastor Bob Hutson
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Summer Camps
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Kevin Binkley - Cutting Edge Cuisine
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Desert Day Destination
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The Little Library That Could
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Dining Guide :: The Station
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Marketplace
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Real Estate Market Update
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Local Index
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Recipe :: Kevin Binkley’s Cerviche
staff bio Stephanie Maher Palenque Writer
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Stephanie Maher Palenque first fell in love with the Cave
with her high school and college students. She holds
Creek/Carefree area when she visited her aunt and uncle
a B.A. in Political Science and Criminal Justice and an
in Cave Creek as a teenager in the 1980s. She visited
M.A. in English Literature and Creative Writing, both from
again as a newlywed and fell in love with the area all
Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey. She
over again. Soon after, she moved to Arizona with her
also holds a Masters in Education from Northern Arizona
husband and family and made it her home.
University.
Stephanie has written hundreds of articles for national
Stephanie lives in Anthem with her husband of 20 years,
and regional magazines and her first book was published
Jaime, and their three daughters, Sophia, Alexandra and
in 2005.
Charlotte.
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She shares her passion for literature and writing
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welcome Editorial
As another month passes and the days, once again, grow longer, our seasons are once again turning like the pages in a book. We are honored to have passed through our first season with you, and find ourselves continually marveling at the depth of dedication so many people in the Carefree, Cave Creek and North Scottsdale have toward making our community great. This month, we’ve found ourselves talking about traditions. From the grit and creativity that built the Desert Foothills Library, to area veterans whose legacy is now living on through local youth, the people and ideals that influence our area are just as much part of it as the mountain skyline. This month, we also meet the LaBarbera Family, whose four generations in Arizona make them part of a small group of non-Native Americans who have become an institution in the Phoenix area. We spend time with Pastor Bob Hutson, whose 23 years of service in our community helped lead to the creation of a food bank, homes for those willing to help themselves, and a meal program for the elderly. Finally, we meet Kevin Binkley, whose years of hard work and culinary creativity have now put his Cave Creek restaurant – and the entire community – in the spotlight. We want to thank you once again for your loyalty to our magazine, and we’d also like to encourage you to support the businesses and organizations, found throughout our pages, that support us! We are proud to be just beginning our tradition with you, and look forward to many years to come! Sincerely, Shelly Spence Publisher, ImagesAZ Magazine shelly@imagesaz.com 623-341-8221
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rizona is a like a great cup of tea. Too much of one thing, and tea is bland and unremarkable; but mix leaves, spices and citrus together from both far and near, and the tastes come together for the
ideal brew. Arizona’s mix of indigenous people, snowbirds from the Midwest, and transplants from all over the country (and the globe, for that matter) make for the perfect blend of culture and history. The first question most people ask new acquaintances is almost always, “Where are you from?” It surprises exactly no one when that answer is somewhere other than here. But for one family, the answer has been the same for four generations. For over 100 years, the LaBarbera family and their predecessors have been from Arizona – not so common for a family full of Irish and Italian bloodlines. Their forefathers have watched, and been part of, Arizona’s ever-changing landscape of politics and personalities. Chuck and Kelley LaBarbera and their 19-year-old son, Nico, may look like part of the newly transplanted beau monde crowd, but they’re actually quite down to earth. They should be; their roots run deep in dusty Arizona soil. Nico is the fourth generation of Arizona natives to grow up in the land of sunshine.
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Nico’s
great-grandpa
on
Chuck’s
side,
Walter
Mitchell, was born in Bisbee in 1907, and married his great-grandmother, Iola Sanders Mitchell, a Phoenix native, years later. Chuck’s mother, Janet Mitchell LaBarbera, was born in Phoenix, just as he and Nico are also Phoenix natives. An early photograph shows Janet in a dance costume, posing for a performance at the Orpheum. Chuck and his parents and sisters, Jennifer and Angela, spent summers and holidays in their then-oneroom cabin in Pinetop, fishing, horseback riding and roaming the forest. Nico’s great-grandpa on Kelley’s side, Tom Sullivan, was born in Phoenix in 1914. Sullivan graduated from the first class at Brophy Prep High School and was the first county manager of Maricopa County. He and his wife, Patsy Adair Sullivan, also raised Appaloosas and quarter horses in Chino Valley, where Kelley spent countless summer afternoons exploring their ranch and riding. Kelley’s uncle, Peter Sullivan, was the first Phoenix Fire Chief, and her great aunt played softball in Arizona in the 1940s. Kelley’s mother, Carol Sullivan Conway, was born in Phoenix, and her father was born in Ajo. Carol was an avid ice skater, and she’s shared that love with her daughters. Back then, Phoenix was a tiny little city. Both families remember the days of cattle drives down what is now Scottsdale Road to Gainey Ranch. Times were different then, and those who chose it as their home endured heat, lack of conveniences and the dust of the desolate desert. It took a special kind of pluckiness to not only tolerate the Arizona sun and arid landscape in those early days of the state’s history, but to become as much a part of it as the scrappy saguaros and pertinacious palo verdes. “I remember, Rawhide was out in the middle of nowhere,” Kelley recalled with a smile. “I remember driving to McCormick Ranch thinking it was so far out there!” Chuck remembers those days, too. “ASU football and the Phoenix Suns were the only sports teams around. There were only a handful of high schools, too. Now it’s so different. We have all kinds of
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professional teams in every sport, and I can’t even keep track of all of the high schools in
Th e core o f our fami ly i s al l h ere. It run s
the Valley.” Chuck and Kelley met as teenagers, she a senior in high school, and he a college freshman, although their paths seemed to cross even before they were born. Kelley’s grandparents had one of the only pools in their Phoenix neighborhood, located in
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what is now downtown Phoenix. As a boy, Chuck’s father grew up only a block away from
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Even the priest, Father John Doran, who officiated at Chuck’s parents’ wedding was ordained
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their house. He and his friends, on occasion, would sneak down the alleyway to take a swim. in the Ajo church where Kelley’s father, Jim Conway, was an altar boy. He would later baptize both Chuck and Kelley and married them 28 years later. Chuck’s other grandfather, Charlie LaBarbera, built Bel View Barber Shop, a red brick barber shop on 24th Street in Phoenix. He cut Kelley’s uncle’s hair for years, not knowing they’d one day be connected by family. Both families had quite a bit in common. In spite of their separate Irish and Italian backgrounds, both shared a love for the outdoors and the simple things in life. They both found adventure
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Foothills Academy Student Achievements
Congratulations to Emma-Li Thompson and Wade Bennett for their outstanding achievement in the National Society for Colonial Dames (NSCDA) essay contest. Asked to discuss the relevance today of Abraham Lincoln’s statement, “A house divided against itself can not stand,” the entire 11th grade did a wonderful job, with Thompson being named a finalist and Bennett a runner-up. This essay contest is a major project of the NSCDA held under the auspices of the Washington Workshops Foundation, a private non-profit educational program in American government for high school students. Nearly 400 essays were received nationwide, with 32 essays were received in Arizona, and 25 states participated.
Grand Opening of Avery Lane
“Ooo La La!” was the frequently heard expression from the 250-plus guests attending the French-themed grand opening of North Scottsdale’s newest shopping destination, Avery Lane. Guests were ushered through sweeping black and white drapes into the shop and greeted by a French accordion player and entertaining Mime, complimenting the divine Jean Claude Boisset Champagne and Herb Box fare. The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce graced the evening with a ribbon cutting, which included a warm welcome from Scottsdale City Councilman Bob Littlefield. In addition to marking the official debut of the new fine furniture consignment, antique and specialty gift shop, the grand opening raised important funds and awareness for Childhelp and Crisis Nursery. Avery Lane is a one-of-a-kind shopping destination found only in North Scottsdale, offering fine consignment furnishings, antiques and specialty gifts. Avery Lane showcases “previously loved” items from famous lines such as Kreiss, Drexel Heritage, Clive Christiansen, Robb & Stucky and Ethan Allen. In addition to fabulous furniture finds, browse gorgeous French, Italian and English antiques from the 17th and 18th century or find a charming gift in the shop’s gift mart. It is located at 15613 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop in Scottsdale. www.averylanehome.com
Spelling Bee Raises Hope For Kids and Teachers
The Desert Foothills Library retained their crown by out-spelling the Desert Foothills Theater team in the Second Annual FCF – Partners In Education Spelling Bee. Forty-four teams ran, slid, and spelled their way across the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center stage, raising more than $25,000 to send children from financially distressed families to summer and after school programs, and for Teacher Vision Grants that enable educators to develop new, creative methods to help all students succeed.
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Congratulations to the winners, and thank you to all participants and sponsors who helped contribute to the success of the evening.
Foothills Community Foundation’s Inaugural Hearts & Hands Gala a Big Success!
Amid the shining Ferrari, trumpet sounds from the high school band, Half Past Nine, heralded a jazzy welcome not soon to be forgotten as guests arrived for the red carpet inaugural Hearts and Hands Gala, held at Holland Community Center Sunday, April 1.
The crowd was treated to a spectacle of music by Michael Golding, Lea Cappelli, Kim Taylor and a preview of the talents found among the cast of Desert Foothills Theater productions from “Music Man” and “Charlie Brown.” Mayors Francia, Schwan and Lane joined in celebrating 26 years of service, education and culture Foothills Community Foundation (FCF) has provided for residents of Cave Creek, Carefree and Scottsdale. The event will be long remembered as the highlight of the year, as it brought in $15,000 in much-needed funds to support FCF programs and operations. A huge thank you to all who made it possible!
Knights of Columbus Consoles Deputy’s Family
On March 28, 2012, the Knights of Columbus Assembly #2833 from St. Gabriel’s the Archangel Catholic Church in Cave Creek, Arizona presented a check in the amount of $2,235 to Mrs. Beth Coleman, the widow of a Maricopa County Deputy Sheriff William Coleman, who was killed in the line of duty in Anthem earlier this year. Faithful Navigator Phil Trojanowski and District Deputy Bill Pokorny made the presentation, which came from the proceeds of the assembly’s Sixth Annual Law & Honor Awards Dinner, which honored a member of the Armed Services, a Maricopa Sheriff’s Deputy and a Rural Metro Firefighter. The dinner was held at Our Lady of Joy Parish Hall in Carefree. While the net proceeds are normally distributed to the charities designated by the honorees, the tragic death of Deputy Coleman prompted the assembly to designate this year’s proceeds to his family. The assembly represents the Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus, which continuously supports agencies that are sworn to protect our way of life. The K of C is a Catholic men’s organization with over 1.1 million members worldwide. 480-595-0883 www.stgacc.org May 2 0 1 2
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Foothills Food Bank
The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center, which is located in Cave Creek, Arizona, is launching a capital funding campaign to raise $1.2 million to purchase a new facility to meet the growing needs of the individuals it serves in the northern foothills. More than 8,000 people now use Foothills Food Bank, a 213% increase since 2008, making expansion paramount. Credible estimates are that the food bank’s current operating location is one-third the size it should be to serve families, individuals and seniors and to provide adequate food storage. The funds will be used to purchase and renovate a building that will serve as the permanent home of the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center and maintain its Cave Creek base, as nearly 40% of the food bank’s customers are from the Cave Creek/Carefree area. Donations can be made at www.foothillsfoodbank/capital-campaign, or a check made out to Foothills Food Bank can be sent to: PO Box 715, Carefree, AZ, 85377. 480-488-1145 foothillsfoodbank@gmail.com
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May 5 el Pedregal Spices Up Cinco De Mayo el Pedregal hosts its Sixth Annual Salsa Festival throughout the gorgeous outdoor amphitheater on Saturday, May 5, showcasing Arizona chefs and restaurants. Guests are invited to sample specialty salsa recipes from around the Valley by some of the most distinguished restaurants while listening to festive music!
Patrons will enjoy tequila tastings, and local chefs will compete for the title of “Best Salsa in the Valley.” The Bakery Café will feature traditional Mexican desserts and beverages while the Boulders’ outdoor grill will feature hot items, including tacos al carbon and tostada de carnitas, among others. This free festival will take place at el Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale, on the Southeast corner of Scottsdale Road and Carefree Highway, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 480-488-1072 www.elpedregal.com
May 5 Hooves & Heroes!
Camelot, a non-profit organization that teaches horsemanship to children and adults who have physical disabilities, is hosting its Eleventh Annual Open House and Fundraising Event – Hooves & Heroes. This fun family event will take place May 5 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the ranch located at 6250 E. Jomax Road in Scottsdale. Admission to this event is free. Delectable food by Bruce Brown Catering, as well as dessert by JJ’s Delicatessen, Wine tasting by Vino 100, and beer from Four Peaks Brewery will all be available for purchase. 100% of all food and drink proceeds benefit Camelot. Dress in proper Renaissance attire and receive a free raffle ticket! Festivities include a silent auction and raffle, live music, kids’ activities, musical riding performances by Camelot students, demonstrations by the Scottsdale Police Mounted Unit, entertainment by Fools of Fairhaven and the Mounted Archery Desert Warriors. www.camelotaz.org
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Friday, May 4, 7 p.m. Tickets: $25–$30 Location: The MIM at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix. Don’t miss Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem’s jubilant mix of traditional, original and contemporary sounds. The group’s four-part harmonies meld with fiddle, guitar, bass, and a suitcase drum to create a fusion of American roots music, contemporary pop, and jazz.
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May 5 Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem Family Concert Saturday, May 5, 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $15 Location: The MIM at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix. Bring the whole family along for a kidfriendly ride through American roots music! Stops include the Georgia Sea Islands, the Appalachians, a Mississippi blues joint, a Texas dance hall, and a New Orleans parade.
May 5 Kentucky Derby Party at the English Rose Tea Room
Can’t make it to the Churchill Downs this year? Head north to the English Rose Tea Room in Carefree for an all day Kentucky Derby celebration with fancy hats, fascinators and mint tea juleps to commemorate the annual Run for the Roses, perhaps the most famous horse race in the world. For nearly 140 years, the Kentucky Derby has been held during the first weekend in May. This year, restaurant owner Joanne Gemmill will be hosting an all day celebration from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, May 5 to commemorate America’s longest running sporting event. Guests attending are encouraged to dress for the occasion, sporting racing hats and proper attire suitable for a day at the track. Hats will also be available for purchase at the event. Guests will be treated to coverage of the race on large screen televisions, a chance to sip on Mint Tea Juleps and other English Rose favorites, a vast array of classic British finger foods from cucumber sandwiches to scones, and an opportunity to test their luck and enter into prize drawings. Souvenirs including racing day memorabilia will be awarded for best hat awards. The English Rose Tea Room is located at 201 Easy Street in Carefree. Seating is limited. RSVP is suggested by calling 480-488-4812.
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May 5 & 6 Sedona 2012 Open Studios Tour Season
The Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition (SVAC) has announced a major expansion of its annual Open Studios Tour for 2012. Visiting art lovers will have the opportunity to meet 30 of Sedona’s most fascinating artists – including several who are participating for the first time – and to observe the spaces in which they work. In previous years, this unique experience was only offered one weekend in May, but SVAC is proud to announce opportunities to visit artists throughout the remainder of 2012. The season will begin with a weekend-long studio tour May 5 and 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, during which all of the participating studios will be open to visitors. Following the kick-off weekend, participating studios will continue to receive visitors for the rest of the year, either by appointment or during specific tour days scheduled by each studio. All studio tours and visits are free to the public. A brochure with descriptions of the participating artists plus a map to their studios will be available opening weekend at the Sedona Chamber’s Uptown Visitor Center, 331 Forest Road, and also in many other local venues, including lodgings, galleries, shops and restaurants. In addition, the SVAC website will feature a downloadable brochure and map of participating studios, as well as photos and information about each artist. 928-282-0806 www.sedonaartistscoalition.org info@sedonaartistscoalition.org
May 6 Clothes for Keeps
Big Earl’s Greasy Eats at 6135 East Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek is hosting a fundraiser to support Clothes for Keeps, a non-profit organization that provides quality clothing to Arizona school-aged children who are in out-of-home-care situations. The event, which will involve an afternoon of volleyball and hula hooping, will take place at 1 p.m. on May 6. Ten percent of all food and beverage purchases will be donated to Clothes for Keeps. Participation in the volleyball and hula hooping will cost $10 and a raffle will be on offer. 623-229-2942 clothesforkeeps@gmail.com
May 9 Farmer in the House Dinner
Binkley’s, located at 6920 E. Cave Creek Road in Cave Creek, will host “Farmer in the House” dinner featuring organic vegetables, specially nurtured to full-flavored perfection in Arizona’s arid climate, Wednesday, May 9. The dinner is part of the annual fundraising series organized by Patrick Duncan of Duncan’s Trading Co., to benefit the Association of Arizona Food Banks. Chef Kevin Binkley will present an innovative menu incorporating fresh vegetables from Duncan’s farms, with wine pairings available to complement each dish.
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May 10 Desert Awareness Park – Picnic at the Park
Spring’s pleasant breezes will soon give way to the scorching Arizona heat, but it’s not too late to enjoy the beautiful gold, pink and purple blooms of desert cactus. Join other outdoor enthusiasts for Picnic in the Park at Desert Awareness Park Ampitheater Thursday, May 10 at 11 a.m. to give spring blooms one last send-off before they retreat for the season. The event promises fun for old and young alike. Desert Awareness Park is located one block north of Cave Creek Road on Vermeersch Road, between Binkley’s and Cave Creek Building Supply. It features fabulous desert vistas, picnic and shade ramadas with charcoal grills, a children’s playground and nature, horse and hiking trails. Desert Heritage Education Center, located in the park, features a riparian pond area. There is no entrance fee. Learn more about desert plants by exploring the park, open daily to the public during daylight hours. www.azfcf.org
May 13 Brad Mehldau Trio
Sunday, May 13, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets: $25-$30 Location: The MIM at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix. Mehldau is “universally admired as one of the most adventurous pianists to arrive on the jazz scene in years.” (Los Angeles Times) His brilliant re-workings of pieces by contemporary songwriters such as the Beatles, Cole Porter, Radiohead, Paul Simon, George and Ira Gershwin, and Nick Drake have won him critical acclaim by jazz purists and music enthusiasts alike.
May 18 – 27 Disney’s Beauty and The Beast, Jr.
Desert Foothills Theater (DFT), a division of the Foothills Community Foundation (FCF), finishes its season with Disney’s Beauty and The Beast, Jr., a special DFT Gecko Teatro youth production running Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 27 on the Main Stage of Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, 33606 N. 60th Street, in North Scottsdale.
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This popular fairytale will mesmerize children and adults alike as they follow Belle’s adventure as she tries to escape Gaston, her brute of a suitor, and in the process, becomes captive in the Beast’s enchanted castle. Dancing flatware, menacing wolves, and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills in this beloved story about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love.
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community events If you are interested in submitting
community events, please email to shelly@imagesaz.com by the 10th of the month prior to publication.
Show times are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $12 to $15 for children under 18, and from $16 to $20 for adults. www.desertfoothillstheater.com 480-488-1981
May 19 Balinese Gamelan Workshop
Saturday, May 19, 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $12 per class ($10 per class when purchased with museum admission) Location: The MIM at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. in Phoenix. Experience the sounds of gamelan at MIM’s workshop! Led by curatorial assistant Colin Pearson, these workshops include an introduction to Balinese culture and music, and experience playing authentic Balinese instruments. Musicians and non-musicians will enjoy this unique musical experience, so come join us! Please note that each workshop is an introductory class but participants are welcome to register for more than one session.
June 2 and 3 Take out the Tiaras!
Celebrate with England and the world at authentic British-style, two-day street party with double-decker bus, guests in tiaras and fancy hats, royal souvenirs, canine Corgis, formal afternoon tea and more at the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Celebration June 2 and 3 at the English Rose Tea Room in Carefree. June marks the official British holiday to commemorate the 60th year of Queen Elizabeth’s reign in England. For those looking to celebrate the historic Diamond Jubilee on this side of the Atlantic, English Rose Tea Room in Carefree is holding an authentic, British-style, two-day street party to commemorate England’s longest reigning monarch. Business owner Joanne Gemmill, who is originally from England, will host the street party from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3 at the English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy Street in Carefree. Guests will experience royal encounters with life size cutouts of the Queen, Prince William and Princess Catherine, original footage of the 1953 coronation, jeweled tiaras and fancy hats, an opportunity to meet the Queen’s loyal corgi canine cousins and more. Guests attending are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite royal, don fancy hats and tiaras, and wear other royal fashions. Hats will also be available for purchase at the event. Admission is $50 and includes formal tea service, jubilee cake, a goody bag with official royal souvenirs and an event program. Seating is limited. Reservations are recommended by calling the English Rose Tea Room, 480-488-4812. www.carefreetea.com
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youth Honoring Those Who Sacrifice If you know a young person you would like to nominate, please
Writer Amanda Christmann Larson Photographer Jerri Parness
email shelly@imagesaz.com.
History is the great predictor. In order to understand where we’re going, we have to understand
“ H e ari ng ab o u t t heir e x p e r i e n c e s ta u g ht
where we have been. There is no better way to do that than to listen to those who have lived out events that have shaped our world. Cactus Shadows High School junior Kevin Calabrese is doing just that. He is one of over 250
m e t h at I s h o u ld n’t
students who have taken part in the Veterans’ Heritage Project (VHP) since it began in 2004.
take fo r gran te d t he
students together to preserve the stories, challenges and sacrifices of our service men and
f re e d om s we h a ve in th i s c o u n t r y.“
VHP is an after-school organization created by teacher Barbara Hatch that brings veterans and women from World War I to the current war in Afghanistan. By learning and sharing stories from local veterans, he has learned about service and honor, and also what it means to be an American. “I definitely made a connection with the local veterans’ community,” Kevin said. “They are passionate about serving their country and want to make a difference for the nation. They’re an inspiration to me and to everyone who has taken part in the project.” Kevin has met and interviewed three veterans so far, writing essays and putting together DVD compilations to chronicle their stories. His work, and that of other students in the project, is
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combined each year into a beautifully bound collection called “Since You Asked: Arizona Veterans Share Their Memories.” The annual compilation is sent to the U.S. Library of Congress through the Veterans’ History Project of the American Folklife Center. Kevin still keeps in touch with the veterans he’s interviewed for the project, and the lessons he has learned are invaluable. The first veteran he interviewed was Vernon Squier, a World War II veteran originally from California who grew up on a farm before fighting for his country. The second was Lewis Lehr, who also fought bravely in World War II. Most recently, he learned about Thomas Kirk, a Vietnam War veteran living in Anthem who suffered as a Prisoner of War for five years in the same camp where Senator John McCain was held. “Hearing about their experiences taught me that I shouldn’t take for granted the freedoms we have in this country,” Kevin said. “They also taught me to never give up. If any of the veterans I interviewed would have given up when they were struggling, it would have cost them their lives.” The students’ work, and highlight for the veterans involved, is the annual VHP Veterans’ Reception, which was held this year April 22 at ASU West. Dignitaries from our state government and military services joined students, families and service men and women to honor veterans in a special night out. It was the students’ opportunity to give back to the veterans whose stories influence their lives and broadened their perspectives. In 2010, the Veterans’ Heritage Project became a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, with the mission to share the Cactus Shadows High School program with other schools. Laura Byers was named director of the organization. “It takes a lot of effort to get a program started, but the payoff is immense,” she said. “Students are challenged and they blossom.”
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youth Honoring Those Who Sacrifice If you know a young person you would like to nominate, please email shelly@imagesaz.com.
“The skills students come away with help them improve the performance in other classes, [such as] writing, public speaking, project management, computer software, publishing, … and motivate them to achieve higher potentials,” she adds. “One student says when he thinks he’s having a bad day, he recalls what his veteran went through, and quickly admits that his challenges are nothing compared to what his veteran had experienced. “VHP brings history into the lives of our youth. That experience propels them to set higher goals.”
VHP brings
Program founder Hatch’s dedication in creating the project has been highly recognized. This
histor y into
Veterans Hall of Fame Society (AVHOF). Bestowed annually, the Copper Sword is the highest
the lives of our youth.
year, was presented the Copper Sword Award by Chuck Schluter, President of the Arizona honor the AZVHOF awards to a civilian with ties to Arizona who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to help further the initiatives of veterans, patriotism and humanitarianism. VHP is now active in five schools throughout the state: Cactus Shadows High School, Show Low High School, Ironwood Ridge High School in Tucson, Shea Middle School in Paradise Valley, and Shadow Mountain High School. In addition to building character, perspective and patriotism, students learn research, interview, writing and editing, organizational, business planning and public speaking skills. They also learn that they have a lot in common with their subjects, most of whom were about their age when they served their country. “As a result of this project, a lot of the students taking part in this project want to join the service,” said Kevin. “They’ve learned why our country was involved in wars, and they
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appreciate the sacrifices our veterans have made for service. They also gain a good deal of perspective.” Byers is proud of the program, and its benefits for both students and veterans. “Over the next few months, we hope to find donors and supporters who can help our program reach more schools, and to help students just like Kevin reach a higher sense of purpose and potential,” she said. Perhaps the most important lesson the students learn is the value of history in the future of our world. Guided by principles of freedom, service, patriotism, character, and education, the Veterans’ Heritage Program is ensuring that our next generation never forgets: Freedom is not Free. www.veteransheritage.org
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Hometown Walking the Walk – Pastor Bob Hutson Writer Amanda Christmann Larson
There comes a time when every one of us asks the question, “Why am I here?” A few people
Some are born “seekers. They amble
learn the answer early on in their lives. Others discover purpose later in family, careers or in good works. But some are born “seekers.” They amble through life’s paths finding meaning, then keep going, looking for more ways to grow and learn. For the seekers, life is a boundless journey of self-discovery. Pastor Bob Hutson has walked both his personal and spiritual journeys as a seeker openly, with
through life’s
humble honesty and candid humor. Twenty three years ago, he first stood before a handful of
paths finding
that would become the fellowship of Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Carefree. From his
meaning.
parishioners in a rented storefront chapel. On that day, Pastor Bob began to plant the seeds vision would come more than just a beautiful church with a sizable following. He created a community that has supported each other through births, marriages, deaths and milestones, while helping each other evolve spiritually and as human beings. You don’t have to sit in his congregation on Sundays to appreciate Pastor Bob’s drive to make a difference, or to benefit from the results of his dedication. His desire to “walk the walk” has touched thousands in the Foothills area, and his quick wit and big laugh have served as constant companions on an otherwise serious route. He has been one of the driving forces behind the creation of the Foothills Food Bank, and has served on its board of directors since its incorporation. His church has led the efforts to raise $175,000 to-date in the annual Foothills Walk to End Hunger, joining forces with other churches and organizations to give back by raising money to feed hungry local families. But he hasn’t stopped there.
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When he saw the need to help seniors in
a food bank, they say, ‘Let’s go!’ Any time
the community, he teamed up with others
there is a need, they decide if they can do
who cared, becoming one of the first
it, and if they can, they do.”
drivers and daily captains for what was then called the Meals-On-Wheels program.
Now, Pastor Bob is about to enter into
That program, now dubbed ‘Mobile Meals’
a new phase of his journey. April marked
and
Caring
his last sermon as head pastor, and he’s
Corps, provides opportunity for over 100
operated
under
Foothills
listening patiently for guidance on what
volunteers to serve countless area seniors
road to follow next.
by providing both meals and smiles. Perhaps it will take him on more visits When he learned a group of low-income
to his two grown daughters and three
families
local
grandchildren. He and his wife, Nancy, will
development, he and his congregation joined
were
being
displaced
by
celebrate 43 years of marriage in June, and
three other churches in supporting them.
their love for each other and their family,
Eventually, their efforts laid the foundation
as well as for God, has been central in their
for Habitat for Humanity Desert Foothills.
lives. He wants to see his granddaughter sing in her California church choir, a first
His efforts have not gone unnoticed. In 2008,
since his Sundays have been dedicated to
he was named Carefree’s Distinguished Citizen
his own congregation for so long.
by Mayor Wayne Fulcher. In 2010, he received the Quail Award, the highest honor bestowed
Or maybe he will return to Tanzania,
by the Foothills Community Foundation. The
where he grew to love so many whose
bigger rewards, though, have been in his
culture and resources are so unlike his
continually growing relationship with God
own. The perspective he gained there, and
through his interpersonal relationships with
the need he filled by teaching the gospel
the community.
he knows best were immeasurable, and there is more work to do.
“When I came up here in 1988, people said I was a good match for the congregation.
Wherever he is guided next, there is
It took me a while to believe that,” he said
no doubt he will always be part of the
candidly. “I had to experience it as true before
Foothills community he loves. After all,
I believed it was true. Now, I do believe I was
some seekers are fortunate enough to
a good match because there are so many of
discover
us here who are ‘can-do’ people. If we need
found what they were looking for.
that
perhaps
they’ve
already
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Summer
camps Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque
Whether your children are chomping at the bit to get to camp, or have to be gently “convinced,” you can be sure that their experiences at camp will be remembered their entire lives. The camps listed below are a great way to plan meaningful, memorable experiences for your young ones. Whether you plan one camp, or fill up your entire summer calendar with camps, make sure
The camps listed are a great way to plan meaningful, memorable experiences for your young ones throughout the entire summer.
you jump on registration as soon as possible. These camps have already started enrolling and are filling up quickly. Here’s to an active, fun-filled summer!
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Cave Creek Unified School District: Desert Foothills Community Education Age range: Varies by camp type Cost: varies by course, materials included Dates: All summer long with most classes running Monday through Friday, June 4 – 29. Special Camps and Super Camp will run Tuesday, May 29 – Friday, Aug. 3. Various workshops, camps and special programs will run throughout the month of July. Location: Various campuses throughout the Cave Creek Unified School District Phone: 480-575-2400 Website: www.ccusd93.org (click on Community Education link on the left for a complete downloadable brochure) The Cave Creek Unified School District’s Community Education Department provides quality, affordable courses, workshops and camps that meet student needs and interests. Classes are taught by district teachers and outside vendors selected for their rigorous and creative instruction. Summer Institute of Imagination offers a wide array of enrichment classes for grades K-6 during June, including visual arts, sports, arts and crafts, Lego engineering, cooking and science. The Academy offers online middle and high school core classes, 6-8 grade studies skills class, K-6 math and reading classes, kindergarten prep and preschool classes. Super Camp is a comprehensive “all in one” camp offering daily thematic activities in June and July for grades preschool – 6, 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Summer Day Camps: Huddle Up! Is all about sports, Chinese Mandarin focuses on language and culture, STEAM Workshops are for K – 6 students interested in science, technology, engineering, art and math, Stagecraft Workshop appeals to students interested in creating sets, costumes and masks, Performing Arts Camps include C. Nicholas Johnson (Carnival of the Animals), Desert Foothills Theater’s Youth Summer Camp (Pirates of the Curry Bean) and Missoula Children’s Theater (The Secret Garden). May 2 0 1 2
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sportsa n d active
P ro A mb i ti o n s H ockey
Pro Ambitions Hockey Camps Age range: 6-15 Cost: $380-540
H o r s e b ac k R id ing
Dates: July 2 – 6, Half and Full Day options Location: Ice Den, 9375 E. Bell Rd. Phone: 508-497-1089 Website: www.proambitions.com
Ve l o c i ty Sp or t s Pe r fo r man c e Tra ining
Desert Palms Horseback Riding Camp Age range: 5-17 Cost: $250 per week Location: 28410 N. 44th St., Cave Creek Phone: 480-239-4896 Website: www.desertpalms.net Desert Palms Equestrian Center provides a safe environment for kids to express their love of horses. Each day consists of riding twice, learning to groom, saddle and bridle. They also review horse health and other education. Campers cool off in the pool and have fun during arts and crafts. Safety is always first and horses are matched with each rider’s ability from first time riders to advanced riders.
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Velocity Sports Performance Training Camp Dates: May 26 – Aug. 7 Age range: 12+ Cost: $179 per month or $435 for May - Aug. (class/camp combo) Location: Indoors at Velocity Sports Performance - 9171 E. Bell Rd. Phone: 714-640-3360 Website: www.velocitysp.com Velocity Sports Performance Summer Camp will offer a train-like-the-pros training experience. Class sessions will begin each day (Monday-Friday) at 10:30 a.m. and will focus on speed, agility,
flexibility,
coordination
and
conditioning. Throughout the summer Velocity will also bring in expert sport coaches who will review techniques specific to baseball, soccer, football and softball. These extra clinics will begin at 2 p.m. and will be available only to the athletes enrolled in the Peak Performance Camp.
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Ar ts y S mar tsy K ids: D ra matic a Fana tica
D e s e r t Foothills Thea ter: G e c ko Tea tro
D e s e r t Foothills Thea ter: Summer F ilm
D e s e r t Foothills Thea ter: Advanc e d Pe r form ing
hobbiesa n d interest
Artsy Smartsy Kids: Dramatica Fanatica Dates: June 4 – 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Age range: 6 – 13 Cost: $180
Location: Black Mountain United Church of Christ (30600 N. Scottsdale Rd.) Phone: 623-764-0805 Website: www.artsysmartsykids.com Enjoy a week of super fun improvisational games, lessons in acting technique, musical instruction, creative imagination play, story dramatization, movement and character development. Daily schedule will include an ensemble warm-up, vocal exercises, props and costume building, musical rehearsal with pianist/guitar, rehearsal for an original play, and more fun than you can dream up! Camp cost includes Artsy Smartsy Kids tee shirt, personal drama workbook and practice CD, costumes and prop fees, daily snacks and beverages, special personalized theatre award/ Oscar, Final “showcase” performance with refreshments. Desert Foothills Theater: Gecko Teatro Dates: June 18 – 29 Age range: Completed Second Grade – Ninth Grade Cost: $399 Location: Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center Phone: 480-575-2440 Website: www.desertfoothillstheater.com Anchors away and set sail for swash-buckling pirate adventure on the high seas in this piratical musical that is sure to shake your booty! Young twins Jack and Liza Periwinkle yearn for adventure, so imagine their joy at discovering a real life treasure map! But when the infamous Redbeard and his pungent Pirates of the Curry Bean steal the map and kidnap their mother, the race is on to rescue her, reclaim the map and find the treasure!
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Desert Foothills Theater: Summer Film Camp
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Dates: July 9 – 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Age range: Completed Second Grade – Eleventh Grade Cost: $450 Location: Bella Vista Academy Phone: 480-575-2440 Website: www.desertfoothillstheater.com Lights, camera, action! Have you ever wondered what it was like to make a film? Or, have you made a film and want to learn more about the art of filmmaking? Now is your opportunity to take part in a two-week film camp that will help
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film budgeting, auditioning, character development, and lighting, sound design, directing, producing, and pre- and postproduction. At the end of the camp you will go home with a completed short
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film that you created! Desert Foothills Theater: Advanced Performing Camp Dates: July 23 – 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Age range: Sixth Grade – Eleventh Grade Cost: $190 Location: TBD Phone: 480-575-2440 Website: www.desertfoothillstheater.com Love to perform? Then this camp is for you. DFT will develop a program that can tour throughout the Valley. This group will be a promotional group representing the Desert Foothills Theater at a variety of events throughout the Valley. Work
with
their
fabulous
directors
and learn a holiday show. Once you complete the camp, you will be an official member of Singular Sensation and will continue to rehearse once a week throughout the year.
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Kevin Binkley Cutting-Edge Cuisine Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photographer David Zickl
Binkley’s 6920 E. Cave Creek Road
Kevin Binkley, owner of Binkley’s in Cave Creek and Café Bink in Carefree, has recently made it onto the finalist list for the James Beard Foundation’s Best in the Southwest Award – the first time for any Arizona chef since 2007. In doing so, he has not only put his restaurant on the culinary map, but also the entire Cave Creek and Carefree area in the spotlight.
Cave Creek, AZ
James Beard Foundation awards are known as the “Oscars of the Food World.” The
480-437-1072
foundation will hold their awards ceremony and gala May 7 in New York City, and awards
www.binkleysrestaurant.com
will be presented by Food Network personality Alton Brown. Other Southwest finalists include Bruce Augden (Biga on the Banks, San Antonio), Bruno Davaillon (Mansion Restaurant at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, Dallas), Jennifer Jasinski (Rioja, Denver), Hugo Ortega
Cafe Bink 36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr. Carefree, AZ 480-488-9796
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(Hugo’s, Houston) and Paul Qui (Uchiko, Austin). Binkley is understandably excited, but punctuates his excitement by acknowledging that it is already gratifying to advance to the finals this year. In fact, Binkley has been in the semifinals
so many times that the announcement for the finalists was not even on his radar. He found out that he advanced to the finals by a phone call from his mother. “It is my understanding that the judges all have to have eaten at the restaurants in the semifinals in order to vote,” he said. “Because Cave Creek is so far out of the metropolitan area, it is surprising that we advanced to the finals.” Perhaps, but by most accounts Kevin Binkley has put Cave Creek on the culinary map and his restaurant has become a fine dining destination for many, including, apparently, the judges. Don’t wonder about “signature” dishes at Binkley’s, because there aren’t any. Binkley takes pride in the fact that they have a menu that changes daily, according to what is fresh and available locally. In fact, Binkley deals with a
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handful of farms for his ingredients, including a couple of farms that produce items just for Binkley’s. It is this flexibility, attention to detail, concern for acquiring the best and freshest ingredients available, and culinary creativity that sets Binkley’s apart from so many other restaurants. At press time, just a few of the standouts on the menu included Buffalo Carpaccio (baby turnip, English peas, button mushrooms, iitoi onions, red wine gelée, sorrel, crostini), Fruits de Mer (mussels, prawn, uni, salmon, shrimp, grapefruit, radish, grapes, sea beans, red onion, jalapeño, mango, lavosh), Curry Carrot & Coconut Soup (wax beans, French round carrots, mint cream), Seared Scallop “Pot au Feu” (purple potato, kohlrabi, ramps, haricots verts, baby carrots, celery, basil), Duck Breast (baby bok choy, pistachios, cranberries, wild rice, passion fruit) and Peppered Ribeye Paillard (cipollini onions, fava beans, morel mushrooms, fingerling potatoes, brandy peppercorn sauce). Binkley opened Binkley’s Restaurant in Cave Creek in May of 2004 and has received numerous accolades since that time, including being a James Beard award semi-finalist more than a handful of times. Binkley has trained in pursuit of his dream to become the chef/owner of an award-winning restaurant since he entered culinary school in 1994. He has externed at the Inn at Little Washington and has worked under world-renowned chef Thomas Keller at The French Laundry. These experiences have afforded him the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of fine dining that he obviously utilizes in his own restaurant. If our “hometown hero” wins this year, he will enter a starstudded constellation of celebrity Southwestern chefs who have won the same award, including Vincent Guerithault (Vincent on Camelback), Christopher Gross (Christopher’s), Alex Stratta (Mary Elaine’s), Janos Wilder (Janos, Tucson), RoxSand Scocos (RoxSand), Robert McGrath (Roaring Fork), Chris Bianco (Pizzeria Bianco), Bradford Thompson (Mary Elaine’s) and Nobuo Fukuda (Sea Saw). ImagesAZ wishes the best of luck to Kevin Binkley, and congratulates him on his placement in the finals!
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Destinations Desert Day
Grayhawk We may be pioneers, here in the “Wild West” but we shouldn’t feel as sore and tired as our pioneering forefathers! When it comes to the summertime, we desert dwellers need to feel pampered, hydrated, and comfortable. ImagesAZ scoured some of the best destination deals of the summer to make you feel like a million bucks, while spending much less! Here is a sampling of the best deals from around the Valley …
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GOLF SPECIALS Grayhawk Golf Club
Grayhawk Golf Club will feature their popular Penguin promotion this summer, which combines low green fees and complimentary entrees in Quill Creek Café or Phil’s Grill for the entire group. The Dirty Dozen package is also available, featuring the usual 12 rounds of golf, 12 premium golf balls and 12 two-for-one entrée vouchers for Quill Creek and Phil’s Grill. One more reason to visit Grayhawk, it you have not been there recently: they unveiled the Morning Joint, a.k.a. Mojo, a breakfast and lunch eatery with a coffee shop feel, and Chuck, the food truck, which is already making its rounds throughout Scottsdale as well as at private catered events. The word is that the Penguin and Dirty Dozen promos have expanded to include these new attractions! 8620 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy., Scottsdale 480-502-1800 www.grayhawkgolf.com
Rancho Mañana
Rancho Mañana Golf Club
Rancho Mañana will have summer golf rates that will vary from $25 to $44, depending on the day of the week and time of day. Compare this to winter rates that are as high as $139. 5734 E. Rancho Mañana Blvd., Cave Creek 480-488-0398 www.ranchomanana.com Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque
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The B oulder s R esor t, rate d as one of the n at ion’s Top 10 Gol f Courses by Gol f magazi n e ,
the boulders
is offeri ng e xcepti ona l summer values and gol f
The Boulders
The Boulders Resort, rated as one of the nation’s Top 10 Golf Courses by Golf magazine, is offering exceptional summer values and golf instruction at the Boulders Golf Academy, including those listed below: Summer Green Fees: Weekdays (Sunday through Thursday) green fees are offered at $65 per person before 9 a.m., and only
ins tructi on a t t he B oulder s G ol f Academy.
$55 after 9 a.m. Compare with winter green fees at $220 per person. Weekends (Friday & Saturday) green fees will be offered at $75 per person before 9 a.m. and only $65 per person after 9 a.m. Compare with winter green fees at $250 per person. Boulders Golf Academy rates will be reduced this summer by 20 percent, including professional golf instruction by Donald Crawley (“Best Instructor in the Valley”) and LPGA instructor, Jean Crawford. Boulders Family Golfers’ Guide: Ideal for families, new golfers, or golfers who need help with approach shots, participants play the new and innovative “Pebble Tees” with hole lengths between 60 and 200 yards with tees. This golf instruction program is available to families, juniors, new golfers, ladies and seniors, or advanced players can work on their short game. The three-hour program includes: one-hour full swing; one-hour chip/pitch; one-hour play on the short course “pebble tees.” The cost is $330 for one player, $180 each for two players or $130 each for three players. Summer Bonus Golf Series: This golf instruction is perfect for the avid golfer to build consistency in the game and it includes added value – four 30-minute personal lessons plus a one-time 9-hole round. The cost is $250 for one player or $140 each for additional golfers. Summer Vacation Fix: This includes two days of instruction (a total of four hours), personalized full swing diagnosis, short game finesse shots and two nine-hole rounds. The cost is $500 for one player, or $280 each for two players. 34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr., Carefree 480-488-9028 www.theboulders.com
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The McCormick Ranch Golf Club offers any caliber of player two spectacular resort golf courses, which are open to the public 365 days a year. These lush, well-manicured, traditional layouts are located amidst gorgeous scenery in the heart of Scottsdale. They are offering three golfing specials this summer: Golfer’s Special: green fee, cart, GPS yardage system, practice balls 4 p.m./twilight special $29 Welcome Junior Summer Special: $25 + tax 11 a.m. and Later Special: $36 includes everything
Convenient • Affordable • Private Rooms Serving the community since 2003.
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Sp a ser vices i nclud e Cycling, Yog a , Tai Chi , Pi lates, Feldendra i s, Gyrokinesi s, S o noran S tretch , Water Fitness, Laby rinth Walk s and N utriti o n Classe s.
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SPA SPECIALS Golden Door Spa at The Boulders
The Summer Wellness Series takes place every Saturday this summer and includes an informative wellness lecture, a transformative spa treatment that pertains to the lecture topic, and a sumptuous, healthy lunch served at the Golden Door Spa CafĂŠ. This wellness series will also include complimentary fitness access and classes for the day, as well as use of spa facilities including the dry sauna, eucalyptus steam room and luxurious spa amenities. The cost of each full-day session is $195. All lectures begin at 11 a.m. Spa treatments may be booked at the time of preference (based on availability) on the same day. In addition to wellness, spa guests may also heighten their endurance and get into shape this summer while never leaving cool temperatures. Complimentary fitness activities for those booking a spa service include Cycling, Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates, Feldendrais, Gyrokinesis, Sonoran Stretch, Water Fitness, Labyrinth Walks and Nutrition Classes. 34631 N. Tom Darlington Dr., Carefree www.theboulders.com/golden-door-spa 888-579-2631
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Golden Door Spa Summer Wellness Series June 2
Lecture: Mindful Eating; Treatment: Body Awareness Massage
June 9
Lecture: Detoxification for Health & Healing;
Treatment: Moor Mud Body Wrap
June 16
Lecture: Neurobics (Cognitive Mental Health);
Treatment: Craniosacral Massage
June 23
Lecture: Pre-Diabetes & Diabetic Health;
Treatment: Reflexology
June 30
Lecture: Vibrational Health and Eating; Treatment: Reiki
JuLY 7
Lecture: Stress Management Workshop;
Treatment: Therapeutic Massage
July 14
Lecture: Weight Management; Treatment: Body Awareness Massage
July 21
Lecture: Vegetarian and Vegan Health; Treatment: Avocado Citrus Scrub
July 28
Lecture: Functional Foods;
Treatment: Golden Door Facial
August 4
Lecture: Gluten-Free Eating; Treatment: Golden Door Massage
august 11
Lecture: Labels, Lingo and Loopholes; Treatment: Aloe Body Wrap Take advantage of the “Thanks to Arizona” offer this summer, June through September. Arizona residents will benefit
from a 25% discount off the regular price of all spa services. Enjoy any one of a number of spa services including the Golden Door Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Golfer’s Massage, Reflexology or Acupuncture – the spa menu is amazing! Each guest must present a valid Arizona driver’s license at spa check-in to receive the discount. The discount does not apply to salon services or special packages.
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The Summer Spaaah Series
The Summer Spaaah Series, sponsored by Arizona Spa Girls, is a great way to sample some of the best spas in the Valley, and feel good about doing it. Each season, Arizona Spa Girls “bridges the divide between luxury and value” with a lineup of top resort and destination spas. Guests are showered with gift bags and a full spa experience at one of the spas in the lineup. A percentage of every ticket sold goes directly to Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, a Phoenix-based organization dedicated to helping women help themselves.
2012 Summer Spaaah Events include: May 18
Joya Spa at Montelucia Resort,
Paradise Valley
June 1
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa at The Westin La Paloma, Tucson
June 15
Spa Avania at Hyatt Regency
Scottsdale Resort at Gainey Ranch
July 13
Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa at The Wigwam, Litchfield Park
July 27
Arizona Biltmore Spa at the
Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix
August 10
Agave, The Arizona Spa at The Westin Kierland Resort, Scottsdale
August 24
Amara Spa at Amara Resort Hotel, Sedona www.summerspaseries.com
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library
that
the
little
could
Writer Amanda Christmann Larson
In 1954, the town of Cave Creek had only a few hundred residents, but with the
Photographer Jerri Parness
county’s blessing, Dorothy Smith and Carolyn Cox stocked a shelf with a few books at what was then the Cow Bell restaurant. Townsfolk hungry for information and entertainment began checking them out, but soon discovered the most convenient way to get their hands on a new novel was to flag down Dorothy Smith, who kept a stash of books in her car. And thus the Desert Foothills Library was born.
As the only independently funded, non-profit librar y in the state, the 20,000-square-foot Deser t
In the last six decades, the Town of Cave Creek and its library have come a long way. Just as the early supporters of the Library were resourceful and tenacious, the board and staff of the Desert Foothills Library, located on Schoolhouse Road, are just as creative and indefatigable. Step into the Library today, and you can become anyone you want to be. Among the
Foothills Librar y and
aisles of fiction, pirates, vampires, heroes, villains, survivors and detectives patiently
its dedicated army of
biographies, scientific discoveries, timeless poetry and art, and questions that have
volunteers and staff are redefining the role of what a librar y can do within a community.
wait to draw you into their pages. In the passages of non-fiction await inspirational perplexed individuals and societies since life began. For as long as the written word has existed, people have been engaged in perpetual discussion, asking and answering questions about what it means to be human, who we are, and why we are here. By crossing the threshold into the Desert Foothills Library, all of the magic and answers humanity has to offer are at hand, with the crack of a cover and the turn of a page. As the only independently funded, non-profit library in the state, the 20,000-squarefoot Desert Foothills Library and its dedicated army of volunteers and staff are redefining the role of what a library can do within a community. Gone are the days of buttoned-up, bespectacled librarians shushing their way through the aisles. Today’s Library is a bustling community center where toddlers are just as welcome as seniors, and antique tomes exist harmoniously with iPads and e-readers. Unlike taxpayer-funded libraries, the Desert Foothills Library remains a communitydriven resource. It is funded entirely by memberships, its “Chapter Two” book store, passport service, cell-phone tower leases and donations by individuals, businesses,
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local towns and organizations. Its $550,000 annual operating budget is raised by supporters; not a cent comes from tax dollars. Library executive director David Court and over 100 volunteers work hard to earn those donations, offering programs, services and fun that just can’t be found at other libraries. Artists, authors, book dealers and celebrities make regular appearances at the library, drawing crowds and garnering support. On any given day, the library is buzzing with activity. Teens tutor younger students, while a meeting room is filled with adults learning to use an Android. A different kind of book club convenes in comfy chairs, the members having picked books of their own liking about the assigned topic. Toddlers play with equipment in their own special section that looks like a preschool, then are ushered through the doors of a classroom for an exciting learning adventure while their mothers lounge and read. Homeschoolers gather in the teen room to study on the computers there, and job-seekers click away at a menu of online resources created just for them. A library volunteer helps a young entrepreneur figure out how to register his business.
All the while, a Steinway
grand piano sits in the center of it all, occasionally played by a local resident whose fingers dance across the keys as beautiful sounds fill the air. This community is far from hushed, and the synergistic energy of all of the cultural and intellectual diversity within the library is palpable. “There’s an approachability, a friendliness in this community,” said library volunteer and board member Annis Scott. “It’s alive!” In addition to being useful, fun, and a great place to meet friends and neighbors, the library is beautiful. It’s a jewel on the desert landscape, its yellow hues gently accenting Saguaro Hill, with Black Mountain towering above to the south, and a breathtaking view of Elephant Mountain and its surrounds on the north side. Saguaro Ridge, also called the Caroline Bartol Preserve, lies just to the east of the library building. Owned by the Desert Foothills Land Trust, the six-acre preserve overlooks downtown Cave Creek and features a short interpretive nature trail ending in a panoramic view of the area.
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The Library’s inner spaces are warm and inviting, its walls decorated with a medley of artwork contributed by talented local artists from the Sonoran Arts League. Outside on the patio, another space draws visitors and groups. A waterfall gently trickles, and sculptures
created
by
Robert
Thornley
accent the surrounding hillside. All of these great attributes of the library have not happened in a bubble. The library has grown right along with the town, and its adolescence was filled with changes and loving guidance from so many local residents and supporters. At one point, it was housed in the parish hall of Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church, and also in the east end of the old wooden Cave Creek School. Along the way, volunteers held book sales, breakfasts, educational programs and many fundraisers to make it happen. “It’s all about community spirit,” said Desert Foothills Library Executive Director David Court. If you don’t plant that seed, nothing ever happens. This library belongs to the community. We’re the ‘Little Library that Could,’ if you will.” That
community
spirit
has
resulted
in
something truly remarkable: a separate world within enticing walls, full of opportunity, fun, and perhaps a little bit of magic. With a treasure this rich, the most valuable thing in your wallet just might be your library card. May 2 0 1 2
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dining The Station 46202 N. Black Canyon Hwy. New River, AZ 85087 623-465-7290
The Station in New River The Station is the symbol that welcomes travelers to Arizona with its Western entertainment and all-natural ingredients. With a building aging back to 1860, its re-opening in March has been the talk of the town, lassoing locals and residents from all over. Ladies can get their inner cowgirl going every Thursday night with line dancing lessons starting at 7 p.m. Good times continue Fridays with all-you-can-eat fish fry and live music starting at 7 p.m. with popular rock and country bands like Tumbleweed Junction and Durango. Popular DJs set the pace, filling Saturday nights with laughter and dancing under the stars. Relaxing dinners have become very popular on Sunday evenings with varied entertainment, like Jared Blackstone acoustic music. Events are added weekly and starting in May you can let your singing skills shine with karaoke on Tuesday nights or through New River Idol competition on Sundays. Patrons can anticipate mouth-watering home-style dishes like the Buckaroo BBQ Chicken, Six Shooter Seared Salmon and No Bull Burgers. The Station prides itself in making a difference in the standard of quality food. All chicken, meat and fish are 100 percent natural with no added preservatives or fillers. True homestyle cooking means making food from scratch, such as corn chowder, that includes roasting whole corn cobs inhouse and shaving off the kernels for the soup. You can truly taste the difference. Cheers to great grub and good times! The Station 46202 N. Black Canyon Highway New River, AZ 85087 623-465-7290 www.TheStation1860.com www.twitter.com/thestation1860
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Cave Creek Outdoor Living The age of the outdoor room has arrived and Cave Creek Outdoor Living is delivering it to you. Firmly establishing itself
Iddings and Sons Landscaping Inc. Let us create the perfect environment for you! That has been the vision for Iddings and Sons Landscaping Inc. for over 20 years. At Iddings and Sons Landscaping we believe that life is made both more enjoyable and relaxing by spending time outdoors! Creating outdoor environments that will best suit each customer’s individual needs is our specialty. Whether it is barbecues, fireplaces, outdoor lighting, hardscapes, water features, or artistic vignettes of exotic plants and boulders, each landscape is a custom work of art. Keeping yards maintained is just as important. By looking at every yard we maintain as that individual customer’s outdoor sanctuary, our skilled maintenance “gardeners” beautify yards to their fullest. The ability to properly trim trees and plants, evaluate plant health, fix irrigation problems, and make suggestions on how to make a yard look better is all part of creating the perfect environment for you! Iddings and Sons Landscaping Inc. 623-465-2546 623-297-7584 www.iddingsandsonslandscaping.com
as the go-to resource for innovative outdoor room ideas, they focus on stylish outdoor furniture and kitchens. Cave Creek Outdoor living was formed with the idea of offering a higher level of service for its customers and clients. They offer a multitude of different patio furniture brands at competitive pricing, with the majority of their sales focused on customized fabric selections and pieces that fit perfectly in any outdoor area. Outdoor kitchens are also a main area of focus for the business. “We offer a wide variety of brands and price points for outdoor kitchen components”, says co-owner Nick Stelfox. “Whether you’re building your outdoor dream kitchen from scratch or simply upgrading your current BBQ area, we offer full service, start to completion services.” From simple cushion replacements with new fabric to fully designing and outfitting a complete outdoor living area, Cave Creek Outdoor Living will be able to meet your needs. Cave Creek Outdoor Living Located east of Harold’s, in downtown Cave Creek 7003 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, AZ 480-575-3091 www.cavecreekoutdoorliving.com
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real estate Market Watch Real Estate data provide by Russ Lyon - Sotheby’s North Scottsdale Carefree Office Heidi Stamp, Managing Broker heidi.stamp@russlyon.com
New Listings Per Year Since 2006
Average Price Per Square Foot Last 3 Years
As we watch and read the latest real estate news, we can come to the conclusion that a seller’s market is here. This can be a true statement depending on the price range and location. In North Scottsdale, Carefree, and Cave Creek area, we are beginning to experience multiple offers on homes under $400,000 dollar price range in certain locations. While, we are lagging in this multiple offer success story for sellers it is a refreshing sign of things to come. If you look at Tatum Ranch, multiple offers tend to be the norm. Offers to purchase properties over $1M are coming in few and far between. As of April 14th pending listings over 1M are as follows: 2 single family residence pending in Carefree, in Cave Creek there is 0, in 85262 north of Legend Trail there are 9, and 8 of those are in Desert Mountain. The first graph shows the dramatic decline of listings since the listing boom of 2006. It is a fact in real estate that if there is an abundance of listings it is a buyer’s market, if there is limited amount of listings (priced right of course) these home sellers have the negotiating advantage. The second graph shows the average price per square foot for the last 3 years in our surrounding area. This is a general graph of all price ranges single family residence. To get more specific housing stats call our office and we would be happy to have one of our real estate professionals assist you.
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AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-567-2395 www.pricelessplumbing.com Proskill Plumbing 623-551-7473 www.proskillplumbing.com Art Gallery Di Tommaso Fine Art Galleries 480-575-1023 30 Easy Street Carefree, AZ Wild Holly Gallery 480-595-8757 22 Easy Street Carefree, AZ www.wildhollygallery.com Assisted Living North Scottsdale Assisted Living 602-909-9550 Attorney Lianne Sefcovic, Attorney 480-595-2691 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd. #122 Automotive Tobias’ Automotive Specialist 6022 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-488-2914 Bicycle Bicycle Vibe 623-582-3111 www.bicyclevibe.com Boutique Bags & Rags Ladies Fine Apparel 623-582-3111 16 Easy Street, Carefree Cabinet Design Gutowski Cabinet Works 623-465-5802 www.gutowskicabinets.com Monarch Cabinet Design 480-370-4463 www.monarchcabinetdesigns.com Shelves that Slide 623-780-2555 www.shelvesthatslide.com College Paradise Valley Community College 602-493-2600 my.maricopa.edu
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE Alcoholics Anonymous 602-264-1341 Animal Control 602-506-7387 Community Loan Closet 480-488-8400 Foothills Animal Rescue 480-488-9890 Foothills Caring Corps 480-488-1105 Foothills Food Bank 480-488-1145 Gold Mine Thrift Shop 480-488-3721 Meals on Wheels 480-488-1090 Salvation Army 480-488-3590 Snake Removal 480-945-6311 St. Vincent de Paul Society 602-254-3338 COMMUNITY organizations American Legion Post No. 34 & Auxiliary 480-488-2669 Arizona Archaeological Society 480-595-9255 Arizona Musicfest 480-488-0806 Boy Scouts 602-955-7747 Cave Creek Museum 480-488-2764 Desert Awareness Committee 480-585-5657 Desert Cactus Kickers (Foothills Dancing Grannies) 480-488-9661 Desert Foothills Community Association (Fiesta Days Parade & Rodeo) 480-488-4043 Desert Foothills Community Education 480-575-2440
For Advertising Information Jeff Penzone :: 623-341-0123 jeff@imagesaz.com
Desert Foothills Land Trust 480-488-6131 Desert Foothills New Horizons Band 602-992-1550 Desert Foothills Theater 480-488-1981 Foothills Community Foundation 480-488-1090 Girl Scouts 602-253-6359 Kiwanis Club of Carefree 480-488-8400 Little League Baseball/Softball 480-488-1244 New River Senior Center 623-465-0367 Rotary Club 480-585-9157 Sonoran Arts League 480-575-6624 Soroptimist International 480-522-6692 YMCA 480-596-9622 Cruise/vacation Cruise One Feiner & Associates 623-551-2042 www.cruiseone.com/hfeiner Custom Home & Remodeling Chris Mellon & Company 7509 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-575-6977 www.chrismellon.com Dentist Carefree Dentists 480-488-9735 7518 Elbow Bend Ste. #1 www.carefreedentists.com Dental Studio 101 480-488-4852 www.dentalstudio101.com Dentistry at Westland 480-361-2500 33777 N. Scottsdale Rd. www.dentistryatwestland.com May 2 0 1 2
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Feldhake & Associates 623-931-8898 480-661-0660 www.showmethatsmile.com Doctor Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 www.westlandffas.com FIRE Fire Service 480-627-6900 Government/business Town of Carefree 480-488-3686 Town of Cave Creek 480-488-1400 Chamber of Commerce Carefree/Cave Creek 480-488-3381 Chamber of Commerce Cave Creek 480-437-1110 Motor Vehicle Department 602-255-0072 Social Security 800-772-1213 Voter Registration 602-506-1511 health care Cierra Medical Walk-In Care 480-575-0131 Desert Foothills Medical Center 480-488-9220 John C. Lincoln Deer Valley 623-879-6100 Mayo Clinic 480-301-8000
Chris Mellon & Company 7509 E. Cave Creek Rd. 480-575-6977 www.chrismellon.com Interior Design Angelique Interiors 480-729-1114 angelique@angeliqueinteriorsaz.com Buttercup Interiors 480-522-0209 Landscape Design Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 www.azulverde.com Iddings & Sons Landscaping, Inc. 623-465-2546 623-297-7584 www.iddingsandsonslandscaping.com Library Desert Broom Library 602-262-4636 Desert Foothills Library 480-488-2286 Outdoor Furniture Cave Creek Outdoor Living 480-575-3091 www.cavecreekoutdoorliving.com Elegant Outdoor Living 623-340-3072 www.elegantoutdoorlivingaz.com Painting Daisy Mountain Painting 623-551-3156 www.daisymountainpainting.com Dino’s Painting 480-710-9267 Parks Cave Creek Regional Park 623-465-0431
Mayo Hospital 480-585-6296
Gateway Desert Awareness 480-488-1400
Paradise Valley Hospital 602-923-5000
Spur Cross Ranch 480-488-6601
Scottsdale Healthcare 480-324-7000 7400 E. Thompson Peak Pkwy 480-323-3000 90th St. & Shea Blvd.
Cave Creek Ranger 480-595-3300
Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 www.westlandffas.com Home Remodeling Anthem North Interiors 623-444-9424 www.anthemnorthinteriors.com May 2 0 1 2 64
Photography Jerri Parness Photography 480-650-3138 www.jerriparnessphotography.com Karen Sophia Photography 480-543-7526 www.karensophiaphotography.com
Plumbing Liberty Plumbing & Solar 623-551-9156 www.libertyplumbingandsolar.com Priceless Plumbing Heating & Air 480-567-2395 www.pricelessplumbing.com Proskill Plumbing 623-551-7473 www.proskillplumbing.com Podiatry Westland Family Foot and Ankle Specialist 480-361-2500 www.westlandffas.com Pool Design/construction Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc. 480-595-0611 www.azulverde.com Eco Blu Pools 480-626-8200 7003 E. Cave Creek Road Pool Maintenance Perfect Pools 480-656-2984 www.perfectpoolsarizona.com Post office Carefree 480-488-3781 Cave Creek 480-488-1218 Realtor Russ Lyon - Sotheby’s International Realty 34305 N. Scottsdale Rd. 480-488-2400 The RJ Team 480-239-4412 www.therjteamscottsdale.com Restaurants Carefree Station 480-488-8182 7212 E. Ho Road Carefree, AZ www.carefreestation.com Cave Creek Tap Haus 480-488-3300 6900 E. Cave Creek Rd. English Rose Tea Room 480-488-4812 201 Easy St. Carefree, AZ www.carefreetea.com The Station 623-465-7290 46202 N. Black Canyon Hwy. SCHOOL Annunciation Catholic School 480-361-8234
Bella Vista Private School 480-575-6001 Black Mountain Elementary School 480-575-2100 Cactus Shadows High School Main Line 480-575-2400 Attendance 480-575-2431 Career Success School 480-575-0075 Cave Creek Unified School District 480-575-2000 Community Education Preschool 480-575-2072 Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool 480-585-8007 Desert Sun Academy 480-575-2900 Desert Willow Elementary School 480-575-2800 Foothills Academy 480-488-5583 Goddard School 480-437-1000 Horseshoe Trails Elementary School 480-272-8500 Lone Mountain Elementary School 480-437-3000 Montessori School 480-563-2929 Our Lady of Joy Preschool 480-595-6409 Paradise Valley Community College at Black Mountain 602-493-2600 Quality Interactive Montessori School 480-575-5269 www.qimontessori.com Sonoran Trails Middle School Main Line 480-272-8600 Attendance: 480-272-8604 Ventana Academic School 480-488-9362 Security Doors Steel Shield Security Doors 623-581-DOOR www.steelshieldsecurity.com CrimSafe 602-448-3346 www.crimsafeaz.com Sheriff Sheriff’s Posse 602-256-1895
Shopping el Pedregal at the Boulders 480-488-1072 34505 N. Scottsdale Road Solar & Electric Black Platinum Solar & Electric 623-434-3340 www.blackplatinumsolar.com Tile and stone Cleaning Phoenix Grout 480-395-3400 www.phoenixgrout.com Water Softener & Filtration Rayne of the North Valley 623-234-9047 www.raynewater.com Soft Water Plus AZ 623-465-4873 www.softwaterplusaz.com Window Treatments Carefree Coverings 602-617-2920 Exciting Windows 480-575-9727 480-861-3427 www.excitingwindows.com/donnahorner Worship Black Mountain Baptist Church 480-488-1975 www.bmbcaz.com Black Mountain United Church of Christ 480-575-1801 www.bmucc.com Canyon Church of Christ 623-889-3388 www.canyonchurch.org Carefree Highway Community Church 480-488-5565 www.carefreechurch.us Cave Creek Adventist Fellowship 602-663-1268 www.cavecreekchurch.com Christ Anglican Episcopal Church 480-488-0525 www.christchurchaz.org Christ the Lord Lutheran 480-488-2081 www.ctlcarefree.org Church of Jesus Christ of LDS 480-488-3035 www.lds.org Coolwater Christian Church 480-585-5554 www.coolwaterchurch.org Crossroads Christian Fellowship Church 623-465-9461
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recipe Kevin Binkley’s Ceviche Writer Stephanie Maher Palenque Photographer David Zickl Ceviche is a dish that was made popular in the coastal regions of Central and South America. The basic ingredient is raw fish cut into bite-sized pieces and marinated in the juice of an acidic fruit (usually lime), salt, and seasonings. The citric acid is known to change the texture of the fish without changing its raw taste. When making a ceviche it is important to start with the freshest, cleanest fish possible, and prepare it just prior to serving. It is the perfect chilled, delicious dish to enjoy in the warm weather months. Enjoy this version of the dish from Kevin Binkley, Chef/Owner of Binkley’s in Cave Creek.
Shrimp Ceviche Ingredients: ½ pound Shrimp (Mexican white, or tiger shrimp)
Directions: 1. Clean and split shrimp.
6 each Lemons To taste Salt, Sugar
2. Juice lemons and strain. Season juice with salt and sugar to taste. Cover shrimp with seasoned lemon juice for 2-4 hours.
Orange juice marinade 2 each Oranges
3. Remove shrimp when almost completely cooked.
½ each Lemon ½ each Lime 1 tablespoon Sugar
4. Make orange juice marinade by juicing all citrus and combining remaining ingredients. Let sit together for no less than 2 hours. Strain through a fine mesh sieve.
¼ teaspoon Salt ¼ teaspoon Soy Sauce
5. Add shrimp to orange juice marinade. Let sit for 2-4 hours.
½ each Garlic Clove dash Sriracha (garlic and chile paste)
6. Place shrimp in bowl and garnish with sliced kiwi, diced cantaloupe, pomegranate seeds, and cilantro leaves. Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Garnish 1 each Green kiwi 1 each Yellow kiwi ¼ each Cantaloupe 1 each Pomegranate 1 bunch Cilantro
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