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s your new publisher, I would like to sincerely thank the many people who have welcomed me into the community. I look forward to meeting many more of you. As males, we all possess different qualities and traits that define our individuality. Yet at the same time there are vast commonalities that characterize us as men. In this issue, we highlight just a handful of local, man-friendly places where we can experience some of the “guy” things that we inherently enjoy. The opportunity for manly endeavors are abundant and endless in our great community, whether actively playing a round of golf at one of the many magnificent courses in the area, reminiscing at a car show amidst hundreds of classic automobiles and motorcycles, hiking on one of the nearby trails, enjoying succulent, lip smackin’ barbecue or kicking back at a local sports bar or brewery with a cold beverage while watching the game and engaging in camaraderie.

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LAWRENCE DUNHAM VINEYARDS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF THREE NEW WINES From planting their first vines along Ash Creek in the Chiricahua Mountain foothills in 2008 to putting the finishing touches on their Scottsdale-based wine gallery and tasting room in the fall of 2014, Co-Owners Curt Dunham and Peggy Fiandaca of Lawrence Dunham Vineyards (LDV) have been busy building a highly successful collection of wines to please the palates of even the most sophisticated wine aficionados. Recently, LDV added three new releases to its collection — the 2013 Sky Island Viognier, 2012 Grenache and 2012 Syrah. Each of these new wines has its own unique notes. “We’re thrilled to be introducing these three wines this spring and hope that wine drinkers will continue to enjoy the varieties we produce,” says Dunham, who is the winemaker at LDV. Lawrence Dunham Vineyards Wine Gallery is available for private event hosting seven days per week. It is located at 6951 E. 1st Street in Scottsdale.

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wonderful concept in dining brings comfort food with a gourmet twist to the Valley. Chef and partner, Harold Marmulstein, along with Guy and Larry Restaurants LLC, have put together this winning combination. Chef Harold has a great deal to offer. He has been around food all his life starting at his fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wholesale and retail bakery in upstate New York. After graduating from high school, he went to the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. He used his culinary talent at a number of popular establishments on the east coast as well as running his own restaurant, Dick & Harryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, with his

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brother for 12 years. He was the head chef for Guy & Larry at the Roaring Fork before they decided to combine talents and open the first Salty Sow in Austin, Texas, in May 2010. The Phoenix location opened in March 2013. With over 30 years of experience, Chef Harold’s incredible passion keeps him busy as he oversees the kitchen at both locations and creates unique recipes for the Special Board each evening. “I’m proud of what we do. We serve a great product and provide great service at a great value,” explains Chef Harold. AN AMERICAN GASTROPUB EXPERIENCE

I immediately liked the décor when I entered the restaurant. It has a casual, upscale atmosphere with a huge bar, wooden tables and booths, an extra long table that has an expansive view of the kitchen and a generous size patio. Combined, the seating is 297. There are two TV’s located in the bar area and two out on the patio which are perfect to catch the game highlights. I found my visit to be a unique journey into different styles of cooking. Many brought me back to childhood memories where meals were prepared over a period of time. My mom would simmer her pasta sauce on the stove for hours. The spare ribs she’d used to f lavor the sauce would be so tender they’d fall off the bone. She’d also make deviled eggs and pot roast with potatoes. Who has time to cook that way these days, Chef Harold does! He does every day and we get to enjoy his mouth-watering dishes. For starters, there’s the Truff le Deviled Eggs made with truff le oil and sprinkled with bacon bits. They’re creamy and tasty. The Duck Fat Fries are incredible, not greasy just crispy and delicious. Chef Harold’s attention to detail makes these fries outstanding. First, they’re blanched in hot water for 3 ½ to 4 ½ minutes. Then they’re fried at 275 degrees for two minutes in duck fat. And, just before serving, they are cooked at 350 degrees for another minute or two. Served with a 110-minute egg and a cold béarnaise dipping sauce, you’ll definitely not be able to eat just one. I loved, loved, loved them. I equally enjoyed the Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad and the Brussels Sprout Leaves vegetable dish. Now, most people shrug their nose at Brussels sprouts. Not normally a fan myself, I naturally had to try them for the article, but to finish them because they are so darn good is an enormous compliment. I’m dreaming about these f lavorful dishes, along with the Pork Belly entrée that is so tender and so good, you’ll be dreaming about them, too. Also on the menu is an Asiago-Crusted Halibut; Hanger Steak; Slow-Cooked Beef Shoulder; Rotisserie Roasted Pork; Rainbow Trout Almondine; and Breaded Chicken Thighs. Plus, there are three other salads - a Farm Salad, Roasted Organic Beets and a PV Salad. If you are in the mood for a burger you can choose from an 8 oz. cheeseburger, lamb burger and a French dip rare that people rave about. The homemade desserts are definitely worth saving

room for with choices of a Banana Foster Beignets, Butterscotch Budino with salted caramel and sweet cream fraiche; Crème Brulee with vanilla bean and fresh berries; and a Dark Chocolate Truff le Cake. SIGNATURE CRAFT COCKTAILS

A wonderful offering of Signature Sips are described on the menu. I sampled the featured Mini Cocktail Sampler Board which featured the Cactus Cooler, the Margareta Cooler, the Peachy Irishman and the Blanche. They were all very good. A wide selection of local beers and wines are also available. Farmto-table fresh everyday and nothing frozen, a lot of prep time is required to make these delicious recipes each day. So, whether you stop for happy hour with friends or plan to enjoy the culinary journey of slow cooking, you’ll definitely see why the Salty Sow has made their mark in the neighborhood.

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A “Pro-State” of Mind Taking a Stand Against Prostate Cancer AUTHOR DANIELLE ACCOVELLI | PHOTOGRAPHY JENNIFER STEWART

resident and CEO of the Arizona Diamondbacks Derrick Hall made a name for himself in baseball for his pioneering spirit, driving determination and always-positive attitude. However, on the morning of September 17, 2011, Hall received the devastating news that he had prostate cancer. After a long and tearful conversation with his wife, Hall made the bold decision to go public with the news. A naturally positive person, Hall was determined that he could and would beat prostate cancer, and with the help and support of his family, he endured surgery and treatment all with unwavering positivity. Along the way, Hall openly shared his journey and the challenges that he faced, encouraging all men to get tested for prostate cancer and viewing his battle as an opportunity to be a resource for men. With this in mind, the Derrick Hall ProState Foundation was founded as an open platform where men could go to and get the tough questions answered. Today, the Foundation offers a vast array of resources and support for both men and their families with the vision of driving awareness, educating men and encouraging them to get tested. Here, Derrick Hall shares his inspirations and plans for the Pro-State Foundation.

er than just surgery or these other methods, but until then I want to make sure that I can walk people through all the different options, make sure they can put their minds at ease as they are going through it, and put their families’ minds at ease, too. It’s not just a website for men, but a website that women and family members and friends can go on as well to know what their husband, what their father, their uncle, whoever, may be going through, and to be there to help them and support them as well. YOUR MOTTO IS “A PRO-STATE OF MIND IS A POWERFUL MEDICINE.” WHAT DOES THAT PERSONALLY MEAN TO YOU?

Just the name in itself -- rather than "prostate" to change it to “pro-state” with a hyphen, and to make it a “pro-state of mind,” -- because I think every patient, every victim needs to make sure he, or she, when it comes to cancer, is as positive as possible to get through it. It’s amazing the recovery time, the ability for the body to recover when the mind is going through positive thoughts, and so I’m just trying to remind men, especially those going through prostate cancer, to have a very “pro-state of mind,” and that was really the vision behind the name.

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Personally, that’s just who I am. I’m a very positive person. I love life, I live life to the fullest; I think everybody needs to, and cancer can create such a dark cloud over our heads that we have to find a way

to turn it into a positive. It’s all about overcoming diversity and getting through it knowing that there are others with you and that you’re not alone, so naturally you want to stay as positive as can be for them as well. I admire those who fight any disease, and in particular cancer, with a strong attitude and a positive mindset and tend to believe that survival is a little longer, and in some cases completely defeated, because of that positive will and that positive attitude. I highly encourage people to stay as positive as can be and if our name and if our foundation provides just a glimmer of that, and a bit of hope and light, then its extremely rewarding for me.

HOW HAS SURVIVING PROSTATE CANCER IMPACTED YOUR OUTLOOK?

It definitely changed it. I think at first there was definite depression and fear, you start thinking about your own mortality, but then you quickly turn it around. There’s something extremely powerful in saying that you’re a cancer survivor, and so that’s the way I was looking at it. I’m always going to have it in the back of my mind, there’s always going to be that anxiety because I still need to be tested and there’s always that fear that it could come back again. But then you can’t control that, and things that you can’t control you shouldn’t let lead your life, so I just keep thinking about all

the positives—having beat it—and I continue to believe, and I always will.

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I would say, as I say to all of them, “You’re going to be okay, your life is going to change a little bit, but you’re going to be okay.” For me, I believe that everything happens for a reason, and I believe that I got cancer so I could share it with others; share my story and hopefully be encouraging and motivational for them to battle it, and use my national platform and stage here with a major league baseball team to spread the word. I always tell people that

The vision is to one dat make sure that we have a surplus of individuals that have gone through cancer who are willing to volunteer their time, their voice and their experiences. Then, taking it a step further where I can partner with some of the other foundations that are currently providing testing and see if we can’t either reduce dramatically the cost of testing or provide free testing and screening throughout our state and eventually go nationwide. Pro-State.org June 2015 | Paradise Valley Lifestyle

MANLY THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER A guide to some of Scottsdale’s manliest locales to kick off the summer AUTHOR DANIELLE ACCOVELLI | PHOTOGRAPHY JAMES COX, JERRY WERNAU AND PROVIDED THE ARIZONA BILTMORE GOLF CLUB

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Imagine teeing-off on a green flawlessly contoured out of the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Surrounded by rugged desert terrain set off by pristine landscaping and breath taking vistas, The Phoenician’s 27-hole championship golf course delivers just that. Inspired by the spirit of adventure, their three diverse nine-hole courses provide challenge and fun for golfers of every level. Located on the southern slope of Camelback Mountain, Canyon Nine Course offers lush landscaping and stunning views, while the Desert Nine Course is renowned for its unique layout with dramatic elevation change, and the famed Oasis Nine Course offers Arizona’s only sand-island green. Always innovative and expanding, The Phoenician Golf Course has also recently introduced Stewart XIX Follow Carts for those looking to get a bit of extra exercise while playing, as well as new golf carts outfitted with GPS. ThePhoenician.com

Nestled in the foothills of Piestewa Peak, the Arizona Biltmore Golf Club is one of the Valley’s most historic and storied golf courses. Opening its doors in 1929, the Golf Club has hosted a number of notable figures over the years, including former presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton, as well as “Resident Rocker” and Golf Club member Alice Cooper. Ideal for golfers at all skill levels, the Biltmore’s two hallmark courses offer a wide variety of terrain and challenge. A true parkland course, the legendary Adobe Course was conceived out of the vision of chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. in 1928, and has been a favorite ever since. The Links Course offers a combination desert terrain and pristine fairways, and is also home to the famous 15th hole—a 183-yard, par 3 hole with a dramatically elevated tee box and sweeping 360-degree vistas of the entire Valley. AzBiltmoreGc.com

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Originally built ew r Br e t as the Judson School for Wa B ad Girls in 1934, and converted into a restaurant in 1952, El Chorro has been a longstanding Paradise Valley staple for generations. Famous for its stunning views of the Camelback Mountains, historic charm and rustic cuisine, Valley residents and visitors alike flock to El Chorro for a taste of its masterfully rendered menu of satisfying barbeque favorites. Tempt your taste buds with the melt-in-your-mouth Braised Beef Short Ribs or cowboy-style Angus Burger—remember to also ask for El Chorro’s famous sticky buns—alongside other innovative dishes. Pair these with one of El Chorro’s signature cocktails—or learn how to make them yourself during their 2015 Cocktail Classes—for a satisfying finish. From its rustic-lodge charm to its mouthwatering barbeque dishes, El Chorro offers the best of an authentic Arizona dining experience. ElChorro.com

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New to the Paradise Valley brew scene is O.H.S.O. Brewery, serving up house-made beers, creative cocktails and classic eats with a modern twist. With 36 draft beers on tap, 18 of which are local, wine by the glass and a selection of perfectly honed cocktails, O.H.S.O. proves to be an ideal spot to relax an enjoy the evening. The brewery’s impressive bar also houses over 35 different whiskeys and scotches, and their Moscow Mule—made in-house by slow juicing all the ginger to give it an extra tang instead of using ginger beer—rivals the best in town. Perfectly complementing these tempting brews and cocktails are O.H.S.O’s innovative menu selections, including the AZ Burger topped with jalapeno cream cheese, poblano cream sauce and crisp onion strings, and their musttry Brisket + Mac for a true taste of the Southwest. And don’t shy away from bringing your dog to O.H.S.O., the brewery is extremely dog-friendly with their open patio and custom CONTINUED > made dog treats. OhsoBrewery.com

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MANLY THINGS (CONTINUED) BAD WATER BREWING

On a quiet avenue in Old Town Scottsdale, somewhere between a microbrewery and a macrobrewery, lies Bad Water Brewing. This innovative brewhouse offers a rich and refreshing craft beer experience featuring bespoke brews that fit into a largely untapped niche, or putting a modern spin on a classic trend. Either way, this progressive taproom with its ever-evolving selection of beers pours some of the house-made brews—along with both local and non-local drafts— found in the Valley. Launching their first beer in 2012, Bad Water Brewing came from humble beginning, but has now gained an impressive repertoire and following, adding much more to their beer list, while still continuing to let the old brewing traditions of the past influence their signature Southwest style—a true Bad Water heritage in the making. BadWaterBrewing.com

CATCH THE GAME RELISH BURGER BISTRO AT THE PHOENICIAN

Whether watching the big game on one Relish Burger Bistro’s nine flat-screen TVs or following a casual game of golf from the patio, this casual eatery perched upon the upper-level of the golf clubhouse provides the perfect place to catch all the sports action. To get ready for the big game, try refueling with some of Relish’s modern all-American favorites, such as the massive Cowboy Burger topped with beer-battered onion rings, bacon, pickled jalapenos and house-made steak sauce. Or, snack on barbeque chicken nachos, signature wings and fried pickles with warm pretzel bread while watching all the action for uninterrupted viewing. To create the ultimate game-day experience, sip on one of the restaurant’s premium beers or curated cocktails—it houses one of the largest tequila collections in Arizona—while watching and you’ll feel like you are at the stadium without ever leaving your o orr chair. ThePhoenician.com l Ch E

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f the idea of longer, warmer days has you reaching for the tongs, it’s time to get your grilling game on before the season is in full swing. Serving family and friends the most mouth-watering grilled entrees with ease requires a little know-how and a few crowd-pleasing recipes. From versatile chicken to hearty ribs to tender seafood, it’s never been more fun to incorporate new flavors into grilled cuisine. For the best results on the grill, keep these tips in mind: • A grill is not an oven, so don’t walk away from it when it’s on. Organize what you’ll need ahead of time; no running back and forth. • Always scrape hot grill grates clean with a wire brush so food will release more easily. Before cooking, try using tongs to dip paper towels lightly into oil and swipe over the grates. • If the meat or skin sticks, it’s not ready to be turned. Let it sit for another minute or two. • Try chicken thighs, which have a deeper, richer flavor than breast meat. • The pork tenderloin can withstand the dry heat of the grill and stay moist. • Salmon, tuna and swordfish steaks grill well because they are thick and crumble less than other types of fish. • A safe inside temperature for ground beef is 160°F; medium steaks is 140°F. Heat poultry to 165°F and whole cuts like breasts to 170°F. Medium pork should be 150°F. Seafood should be 145°F. • For maximum flavor and juiciness, let meat rest 5-10 minutes before cutting or serving. Another tasty grilling tip is to add flavor with sauce. These recipes all feature Musselman’s Apple Butter – a delicious way to add excitement to your standard summer fare. For more recipes, visit Musselmans.com.

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MOLASSES APPLE BUTTER BBQ SAUCE FOR CHICKEN

Servings: 4 For up to 2 pounds of chicken 1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Butter 1/4 cup molasses 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Brush sauce over chicken in the final 5 minutes of grilling. Additional sauce can be served at the table. CITRUS APPLE BUTTER GLAZE FOR SEAFOOD

Servings: 4 For up to 4 fish fillets or 2 pounds of shrimp 1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Butter 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons lime juice Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Cook one side of seafood (skin side down). Brush glaze generously on top. Flip seafood and cook until done. Discard any remaining sauce. ASIAN APPLE BUTTER GRILLING SAUCE FOR PORK

Servings: 4 For up to 2 pounds of pork tenderloin or ribs 1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Butter 1/4 cup Musselman’s Apple Cider Vinegar 1/4 cup water 2 tablespoons honey 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Lightly brush or mop sauce over pork during entire grilling time, so sauce slowly cooks into pork. Discard any remaining sauce.

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Vom Fass of Scottsdale ARTICLE KORY KILMER | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

hen Louis and Melisa Conti escaped to Sedona for a quiet weekend to themselves, they never would have guessed that a bit of window shopping would end up changing their lives. But strolling along the Tlaquepaque Village they entered a shop called Vom Fass that featured gourmet vinegars, oils, spirits and liqueurs, and knew right away that it was something they wanted to be a part of. Louis has a well-established dental practice up near North Mountain and Melisa had recently begun a new career as an accountant, retail was not something that the couple had ever anticipated getting involved with. But as they investigated investing in their own franchise and bringing it to Scottsdale, they realized that this was worth taking the risk and in November of last year, Vom Fass Scottsdale opened up for business. Translated from German to mean “from the cask,” one of the unique characteristics of any Vom Fass shop is the fact that all of their products are displayed in vessels which allow them to be dispensed and sampled. Vom Fass employees serve as both educators and tour guides as customers make their way through their selection of hand-crafted, small-batch products. And with the ability to sample things they might otherwise not have been willing to purchase, many leave with something they might not have considered buying before stopping in. Having grown up in an Italian family which was centered on amazing food and drink, the high quality of all of the Vom Fass products was one of the main reasons which drew the Conti’s toward the brand. Their fruit vinegars are fermented directly from the fruit, not from juice or other additives being blended in, which is rare to find. And the spirits 24

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are all small-batch runs which are purchased by Vom Fass to be sold exclusively in their stores. “I had a woman in the other day and explain to me that her husband only buys his scotch from Scotland when he makes it over there,” says Melisa. “I let her know that we have a bottler in Scotland that selects casks for us who bottles them or blends and bottles them right at the source. When she realized ours were not mass-produced products and that they were brought over here just for us, she ended up buying a gift for her husband.” The Conti’s have been able to turn their shop into a true family business. Melisa oversees day-to-day operations, while both their son Natali and their daughter Reina work at the shop. Louis has maintained his dental practice but has been able to shift his schedule around to where he also is helping customers almost each and every day. Looking down the road, the Conti’s hope to open at least one if not two more stores in the Valley, and continue to share with their customers their love of their product and level of hospitality that they fell in love with during that fateful trip to Sedona. “Everything we offer, we source directly from its producer,” adds Ben Meinen, the director of development for Vom Fass USA who was in town recently for a visit at Vom Fass Scottsdale. “It’s a very ethical way to do business, but it also ensures that we have the best quality from the time that it is an olive on a tree to when it comes into the shop, or when it was a single barrel of Scotch sitting on a warehouse in Scotland to when it’s poured into a glass.” Vom Fass Scottsdale is located within the shops at Scottsdale Waterfront, where they are open and offering complimentary samples of their products seven days a week. More information on their products, events, or the company can be found by visiting their website at VomFassUSA.com or by calling the Scottsdale location directly at 480.699.1099.

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Driver's Notebook

Audi Q5 Diesel has Fuel Economy and Performance ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY TOM STRONGMAN

lean diesel power appeals to drivers on two levels: performance and fuel economy. Audi’s midsize utility vehicle, the Q5, is available with five powertrains, ranging from a 2.0-liter turbo to the supercharged V-6 in the sporty SQ5, but the one that catches my eye is the 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6. Sure, the 354 horsepower in the SQ5 has addictive acceleration, yet the TDI clean diesel engine delivers more torque than any engine in the lineup. Torque is the force that pushes you back when you mash the throttle, and the diesel steps away from a stop with a satisfying lunge. The TDI scoots to 60 miles per hour only 1.4 seconds slower than the hot SQ5, but its value is the fact that it has a highway mileage rating of 31 miles per gallon versus 24 for the SQ5. I submit that most of us would trade mileage for a fractionally slower acceleration. Diesels used to be loud and smelly, but the current crop of clean diesels is neither. In fact, if you didn’t know this was a diesel you couldn’t tell by listening. The Q5 TDI has a base price of $47,000. That’s at least $4,000 less than the SQ5. The Q5 is an ideal size if you don’t need three-row seating. It slips through urban traffic as easily as a midsize sedan, yet you sit higher and have a better view of the road. The diesel is backed by an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission that can be shifted manually with steering-wheel paddles. A quick burst of power only takes a flip of the paddle shifter. After a few seconds, the transmission reverts to automatic mode. 26

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Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive system divides power from side to side and front to back as conditions require. That means the wheels with the most grip get the most power. That’s handy on slippery surfaces, of course, but also on dry pavement when driving briskly. The test car’s 20-inch wheels and summer tires would not do well in ice and snow, so winter tires are probably in order. In spite of its taller ride height, the TDI handles more like a sedan than a utility vehicle. The ride is firm, and the brakes are strong and powerful. The blind-spot warning system has yellow lights in the side of the outside mirrors. The Q5’s interior is well designed and executed. The combination of brushed aluminum, soft-touch surfaces and optional piano black trim is inviting. The sculpted front sport seats were supportive and comfortable. Wind and road noise was not intrusive at highway speeds, and the optional Bang & Olufsen audio system with 14 speakers has excellent sound. Price The base price of the test car was $47,000. Options included the prestige package of blind-spot warning system, Bang & Olufsen sound system, navigation, rear view camera and Audi connect. The exclusive package includes Nappa leather and piano black inlays. Sport front seats, 20-inch wheels and summer tires round out the pricing. The sticker price was $62,025. Warranty Four years or 50,000 miles. The first scheduled maintenance, at 5,000 miles or 12 months, is free. For further information or to schedule a test drive please visit Audi North Scottsdale located at 18088 N Scottsdale Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85054. They can also be reached at 480.538.4000.

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Father Figure Foundation A FAMILY RESCUE OF HOPE AND RESPECT Interview With Robb Asbjornsen | Founder & CEO PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED WILL YOU TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FATHER FIGURE FOUNDATION?

Father Figure Foundation (FFF) is an Arizona-based non-profit tax exempt organization that helps alleviate the financial burden for at-risk absent fathers who are unable to pay their child support and nurture a relationship with their children by fostering an environment of volunteerism, community service and extracurricular activities for kids. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START FATHER FIGURE FOUNDATION?

Four years ago, I personally experienced the trauma of our broken child support system. I felt hopeless with nowhere to turn when I couldn’t pay my child support. I was incarcerated, not because I didn’t want to pay my child support, because I couldn’t. The anger from what I had experienced inspired me to search for solutions to rescue single dads from the severe consequences of short-term financial challenges. Jail time makes a bad situation worse, and the choice offered by the court system doesn’t provide a realistic way to resolve the problem. By proposing options 28

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to the courts, the child, father and custodial mother can develop effective co-parenting relationships and engage children in extracurricular activities. By alleviating temporary economic stress, absent fathers and mothers remain positively engaged with their kids, opening the door to impactful co-parenting. According to the Office of Child Support Enforcement, 1 in 3 kids in the U.S. come from broken family homes. $116,000,000 is past due in child support to moms and kids, and here in Arizona, $1.7Billion. We have an epidemic problem here that needs attention. HOW DOES THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORK?

It’s a pretty easy process to apply. Friends and family, word of mouth, non-profit and community partners, and our family courts refer the court ordered parent to FFF. They fill out our background questionnaire and submit it online. Once they pass our background check, we have an orientation where we direct these members dads to our community service volunteer projects. Those volunteer credit hours are exchanged for cash, which is paid by FFF directly to the

Department of Economic Security in Arizona, so that the moms and kids collect a portion of the unpaid child support. Our offer free membership is 100 percent organic and philanthropic. WHAT SETS THIS ORGANIZATION APART FROM OTHERS?

When I started FFF, I dug deep to resolve the larger problem, first with myself, then in our community. After losing everything, I knew that this cause went beyond just rescuing myself. I knew that with my passion& vision to help in this struggle, it would be critical for me to team up with caring people. I thought that we could build something together and accomplish many wonderful things like providing true options to judges to omit jail time of these heartbeat dads while keeping families connected. We also wanted to give parents courage about the importance of impactful co-parenting, and their obligations by fostering a loving and nurturing relationship with their children with our partnered self-improvement and development workshops. We want to inspire kids to find their passion. So, my team and I have put together a platform that does this. The more families participate in these mentorship classes and workshops, the more their kids win while covering those costs.

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June JUNE 4 SOLAS CONCERT PHOENIX

Solas is performing at the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) at 7:30 p.m. They are described as the quintessential Irish American band recording and touring in the United States today. Tickets are from $32.50 to $37.50; MIM is located at 4725 E. Mayo Blvd. For more information, call 480.478.6000 or visit MIM.org.

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JUNE 7 HAIR WARS – THE SUPREME SALON TOUR SCOTTSDALE

Hair Wars-The Supreme Salon Tour has a 15 year history and is an internationally recognized salon competition where top local salons in each region have the opportunity to showcase their artistic side by featuring one-of-a-kind, extravagant creations down the runway. Talking Stick Resort will host Arizona’s 12th Hair Wars at 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the event is 21 years and older. To purchase tickets call Talking Stick Resort Box Office at 480.850.7734 option #1, or visit BoxOfficeTicketSales.com/2521600/hair-wars

JUNE 7, 14, 21 RECOVERY SUNDAY SCOTTSDALE

The Hotel Valley Ho is hosting Recovery Sunday, complete with delicious food and drinks, live music, spa treatments, and poolside fun. ZuZu serves brunch inside and on the shaded patio from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make reservations at 480.248.2000 or HotelValleyHo.com.

JUNE 5 - 26 RUMORS SCOTTSDALE

Presented by Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, an Actor’s Cafe Production, the “Rumors” play is about guests who arrive at a formal dinner party in a high class NY townhouse and immediately sense something is terribly wrong—there are no servants, the hostess is missing and the host has shot himself in the ear lobe upstairs in the bedroom. His lawyer concocts a story to protect him from gossip but too many missteps result in a night of hilarious rumors. Tickets for the performances, which are at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. are $22-25. For more information, call 480.483.1664 or visit DesertStages.org.

JUNE 6 40TH ANNUAL MIGHTY MUD MANIA SCOTTSDALE

This fun event, held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chaparral Park, includes mud obstacle courses for ages 6 and under, the young “mudders” in the mini mud obstacle course and a puddle pools for toddlers. Kids 7 to 12 years old can enjoy the original mud course, and ages 13 to adults can do the mighty mud 30

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JUNE 11 - 14 COMPAGNIA T.P.O: BLEU! SCOTTSDALE

Performed at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Compagnia T.P.O: Bleu! is one of Italy’s most innovative theater companies, creating interactive performances for children using dance, music and cutting-edge digital technologies. In T.P.O.’s long-awaited journey to the sea, children—who are seated onstage and accompanied by two dancers— embark on an adventure of discovery in the world’s oceans, with special emphasis on the Mediterranean Sea – a cradle of nature, culture and myths. For more information, call 480.499.8587 or visit ScottsdalePerformingArts.org.

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$8,940,000

$8,100,000

$566

569

Paradise Valley

$7,495,000

$6,450,000

$509

316

Paradise Valley

$5,850,000

$5,300,000

$598

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Paradise Valley

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$4,500,000

$561

140

5.5

Paradise Valley

$4,195,000

$417

Paradise Valley

$3,950,000

$3,850,000

$471

6.5

Paradise Valley

$3,799,900

$3,530,000

$520

Paradise Valley

$3,500,000

$2,800,000

$489

4.5

Paradise Valley

$3,400,000

$3,225,000

$416

143

5.5

Paradise Valley

$3,195,000

$2,325,000

$314

327

6.5

Paradise Valley

$3,000,000

$2,725,000

$652

3.5

Biltmore

$2,995,000

$2,700,000

$481

146

4.5

Biltmore

$2,690,000

$2,000,000

$352

567

5.5

Paradise Valley

$2,650,000

$1,875,000

$354

383

Arcadia

$2,395,000

$1,850,000

$275

186

6.5

Paradise Valley

$2,300,000

$1,860,000

$353

315

Paradise Valley

$2,000,000

$1,700,000

$239

226

6.5

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$1,825,000

$321

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Biltmore

$1,878,000

$525

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$319

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June 2015 | Paradise Valley Lifestyle

Lifestyle Calendar

JUNE 11 CAREER CONNECTORS SCOTTSDALE

Are you in career transition? Come and discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high quality resources and hiring companies. Events are held three times a month; all available at no cost. Each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant job search topics, three to four featured hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits. The June 11 event is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Highlands Church, 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd. For more information, call 480.442.5806 or visit CareerConnectors.org.

JUNE 13 & 14 FAMILY WEEKEND PHOENIX

Kick off your summer fun as the Musical Instrument Museum honors the wonderful families throughout the state with a weekend of music, crafts, activities, tours and of course, instruments. The event is held both days from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; activities and performances are included with paid museum admission. For more information, call 480.478.6000 or visit MIM.org.

JUNE 18 WINE-TASTING CLASS FOR DADS PHOENIX

Trocadéro Wine School. Trocadéro has organized a special wine-tasting class for dads that features red wines. The “Big Bold Reds” themed event is held at Vincent on Camelback. Bill Dunphy, the founder, owner and director of Trocadéro Wine School, will lead the entertaining and tasty program. For information, visit TrocaderoWine.com.

JUNE 21 FATHER’S DAY MAN BRUNCH SCOTTSDALE

Octane Raceway is hosting their 6th annual Father’s Day Man Brunch from 9 a.m. to noon. It’s the perfect opportunity to show dad how much he means to you and take him to a total guys day at the track. $29.95 gets you brunch, racing and a dad swag bag. $14.95 gets you the manliest brunch in town without racing.Octane Raceway is located in the Scottsdale Pavilions at Talking Stick shopping center. For more information, call 602.302.7223 or visit OctaneRaceway.com.

business directory

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY

Bonner David Art Galleries (480) 941-8500 bonnerdavid.com

FASHION & ACCESSORIES London Gold Jeweler (480) 367-1717 londongold.com

Steel Shield Security Doors (602) 357-4812 steelshieldsecurity.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS

MEDICAL CLINICS & FACILITIES

Mountainside Fitness (866) 686-3488 mountainsidefitness.com

HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS Genesis Luxury Group (602) 769-4355 genesislg.com

Petersen Dean Roofing & Repair (602) 454-7500 petersendean.com

HOME DESIGN & FURNISHINGS

Arizona Iron Patio Furniture (602) 254-2088 arizonaironfurniture.com Buttercup Interiors (480) 522-0209 Buttercupinteriors.com

HOME SERVICES

Arizona Blinds, Shutters & Drapery (480) 419-3432 azblinds.com Carefree Coverings (480) 595-2920 Cesar Mazier Landscaping (602) 265-0920 cmazier.com Closet Masters (480) 991-4399 closetmasters.net Freedom Home Services (602) 357-3440 Freedomcleaningservicesaz.com

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Maids to Order Of Maricopa County,AZ (480) 607-3330 maidstoorder.com

Adam & Eve Med Spa Sonder Corp (602) 283-2061 adamandevemedicalaesthetics.com Honor Health (602) 996-8635 Scalp Aesthetics (855) 424-7828 Scalp-aesthetetics.com

OTHER

Crissy G. Company (480) 988-6964 crissyg.com

PROPERTY & REAL ESTATE Claudia Partovi Fine Properties LLC (602) 845-9115 claudiapartovi.com

Jill Brenenstuhl PC (602) 524-1677 pvluxuryrealestate.com SportStar Relocation/ Remax Platinum Living (480) 794-1694

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE Grabbagreen (773) 368-0511 grabbagreen.com

SALONS & SPAS Park Avenue Blow Dry & Beauty Bar

SPECIALTY SHOPS In The Pink (602) 957-7270 inthepinkboutique.com The Green Goddess (602) 971-8110 greengoddess.com

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Parting Thoughts

A Tribute To Dad WORDS MARK RUSSELL

y father, Lawrence Gibbilini, was born on the north side of Chicago in 1918. When the crash of '29 sent the country spiraling into the great depression, Dad, along with his six younger brothers and sisters, helped make ends meet by selling their mother's pizza door-to-door; some say the first pizza delivery ever. Despite the tough times, the pizza business took off. Dad was in charge of the distribution department but quickly tired of organizing his siblings and requested a transfer into production (the start of his cooking career). His mother, a great traditional cook, taught him the secrets of her pizza and many other family recipes. My dad, on the other hand, liked to experiment and actually started using fresh vegetables and whole wheat in his recipes (to the horror of his mother) before it was in vogue. When my dad was eighteen, his mother sold her pizza business and decided that Lawrence should go into the bricklaying business with his father. But Dad had a passion for cooking and refused to give it up completely. On weekends he would throw a large checkered tablecloth over the dining room table, drag up every chair in the apartment and invite all his friends, family and acquaintances over for dinner. He would serve them his variations of time-honored Gibbilini dishes as

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well as recipes he was developing. Most received outstanding reviews and earned him the title of “Lawrence of Oregano.” Dad’s pasta and sandwiches were great but his pizza, stuffed and thin crust, were his crowning achievements. Over the years, it seemed we always had family and friends over, eating, drinking, talking and listening to old Frank Sinatra and big band records. My dad truly practiced his philosophy about life: the key to happiness is friends, good food and music. My dad died at the age of 72 while cutting the rug to Frank Sinatra with my mother. Years later, I cleaned out his garage and found close to a thousand assorted plates, glasses and silverware (none of which matched) that made me think he’d been collecting them for years in hopes of opening his own restaurant. I wish I had known. All in all, I’d have to say that was probably Dad’s only regret in life. He was well-loved and thought of by his family and friends and lived life with a zest that I can only envy. We miss him greatly. Founded by Mark Russell in 1993, today Oregano’s Pizza Bistro has 15 locations across the state of Arizona. Specializing in original Chicago-style thin crust, stuffed and pan pizzas, Oregano’s continues to be inspired by recipes passed down from the Gibbilini family. Look for a new Queen Creek location opening later this year. Learn more at Oreganos.com.

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