December 2015 edition of Vicinity Magazine by InMedia

DECEMBER 2015

Mix It Up

At Cocktail Hour, It’s All about the Ingredients

Drive-by Beauty Unique Boutiques Local Microbreweries Public art on display

Treasures and finds fuel the ‘shopper’s high’

Craft brews and community hangouts

Lara Broadrick

Rebecca Clayton

Shawna Warner

Robin Orscheln

PAGE 3

CONTENTS

VICINITYMAG.COM

PAGE 9 ARTS & CULTURE | DEC. 2015

Drive-by Beauty Public art lifts our spirits. ALSO

33 And Fun for All PAGE 8

PAGE 12

SHOPPING | DEC. 2015

Willows Home & Garden

Treasures and Finds Enjoy the ‘shopper’s high’ of finding and buying originals.

ALSO

33 Shopping listings in our vicinity

ALSO

PAGE 13

Cornelia Park

PAGE 6 COVER STORY | NIGHTLIFE | DEC. 2015

Mix It Up The thriving restaurant scene that has enlivened Arcadia, Biltmore, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley over the last decade has also birthed a busy cocktail bar landscape. Mixologists have become high-profile creatives for new libations but also give testament to the enduring popularity of the classics.

PAGE 4 IN THIS VICINITY | DEC. 2015

Winter Wonderland ALSO

33 Giving Rise to the MOD Squad 33 Guests Arrive On Time

REAL ESTATE | DEC. 2015

Rafterhouse: Flipping over Arcadia

French Designer Jeweler Garage Boutique

This local home remodeling company is garnering national acclaim. ALSO

33 A Stroll through Arcadia PAGE 14

Poisoned Pen Bookstore ON THE COVER: The Iberian 75 Cocktail from Second Story

DINING & NIGHTLIFE | DEC. 2015

Local Pubs & Microbreweries

Enjoy these great haunts where great evenings get brewing. ALSO

VISIT US ONLINE AT

33 Did You Know 33 Dining & Nightlife listings

33 CigArcadia

PAGE 10

vicinitymag.com

EVENTS | DEC. 2015

Cool Nights Heat Up in December

PAGE 5 IN THIS VICINITY | DEC. 2015

Game Time: Make Your Escape

Spotlighting events right here in our vicinity FEATURED DEC

ALSO

33 Eat and Be Merry 33 Hot Diggity Dog Park

The Wizard of Oz

Wed. – Sun., Dec. 1 – 27 Times vary Phoenix Theatre

DEC

New Year’s Eve Party 2016 Thurs., Dec 31 9:00p – 2:00a The Saguaro Scottsdale

EVERYTHING Welcome to your vicinity TO DO IN YOUR

Arcadia, Biltmore, Paradise Valley & Old Town Scottsdale

EACH MONTH

/vicinitymagazines

VICINITY

@vicinityarcadia

Download the Vicinity Mobile App

PAGE 4

••••••••

IN THE VICINITY

DEC. 2015

IT IS ALL HAPPENING RIGHT HERE IN YOUR VICINITY

Winter Wonderland

No, this year is no different. Like the holidays arrive, so does the Winter Wonderland, as we are calling it, at Lee and Patricia Sepanek’s home. Their Holiday Lights are a seasonal tradition running through the New Year. The displays include lights, animated characters, Macy’s-style window displays, Christmas trains, gifts, and, on certain nights, holiday treats and good ol’ Santa. Make this your holiday tradition, too, by either driving by or stopping to truly take in the holiday cheer.

LEE AND PATRICIA’S HOLIDAY LIGHTS 4415 E. Calle Tuberia, Phoenix

DINING EVENTS

Giving Rise to the MOD Squad

‘Build Your Own’ Pizza Concept Opens in Arcadia

NIGHTLIFE SHOPPING

Built with the idea that the customer should get great, simple, quality pizza, owners of MOD Pizza began with great success in the Seattle area. Now open in Arcadia, this “build your own”-style restaurant is making pizza with all the toppings for one simple price. MOD Squaders, as fans of this new hot spot are called, can swing by and get their own personal pizza in a Chipotle-style manner — including or excluding toppings of all kinds. It takes just minutes for a personal 6- or 11-inch pizza. Salads, specialty items and milkshakes are also on the menu — giving rise to the immediate popularity of this pizza joint.

MOD PIZZA 4280 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 314-8379 modpizza.com

Guests Arrive On Time

SERVICES REAL ESTATE ARTS • CULTURE • DINING • EVENTS • HEALTH • HOME FURNISHINGS • LIVE MUSIC • NIGHTLIFE • REAL ESTATE • SERVICES • SHOPPING • WELLNESS • ARTS • CULTURE • DINING • EVENTS • HEALTH • HOME FURNISHINGS • LIVE MUSIC • NIGHTLIFE • REAL ESTATE • SERVICES • SHOPPING • WELLNESS ARTS • CULTURE • DINING • EVENTS • To be sure you receive your issue of Vicinity Magazine each month, subscribe today or go online to www.vicinitymag.com Advertise: info@vicinitymag.com Editorial Ideas: editorial@vicinitymag.com 480.588.9505 • www.vicinitymag.com

Uber’s new UberEvents brings guests to and from your gathering with minimal hassle and all at the host’s expense. Set up your UberEvents for the date and times that are appropriate; guests are alerted to the details. Each guest may opt in and order the transportation to and/or from the event at his or her convenience. The host is given a great rate that ensures everyone arrives and departs safely regardless of how they fared at the event. Offering a designated driver through UberEvents is safe and easy and a great asset to planning an event in the vicinity.

Publisher Rick McCartney Editorial Director RaeAnne Marsh Senior Art Director Benjamin Little Contributing Writers Christopher Adam • Mike Hunter Mike Saucier Business Development Roald Bernard • Steve Kulick Nicholas Schultz • Cami Shore Production Manager Brittany Longfield

www.vicinitymag.com

UBER uber.com/events

Vol. 1, No. 3. Vicinity Magazine is published 12 times per year by Vicinity Magazines. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Vicinity Magazines, 4455 E. Camelback Road, Building C, Suite 135, Phoenix, AZ 85018. To subscribe to Vicinity Magazine, please send check or money order for oneyear subscription of $24.95 to Vicinity Magazines, 4455 E. Camelback Road, Building C, Suite 135, Phoenix, AZ 85018 or visit vicinitymag.com. We appreciate your editorial submissions, news and photos for review by our editorial staff. You may send to editor@vicinitymag.com or mail to the address above. All letters sent to Vicinity Magazine will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication, copyright purposes and use in any publication, website or brochure. Vicinity Magazines accepts no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or other artwork. Submissions will not be returned unless accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Vicinity Magazines, LLC reserves the right to refuse certain advertising and is not liable for advertisers’ claims and/or errors. The opinions expressed herein are exclusively those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the position of Vicinity Magazines. Vicinity Magazines considers its sources reliable and verifies as much data as possible, although reporting inaccuracies can occur; consequently, readers using this information do so at their own risk. Each business opportunity and/or investment inherently contains certain risks, and it is suggested that the prospective investors consult their attorney and/or financial professional. © 2015 Vicinity Magazines, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission by the publisher.

PROUD PARTNER

PAGE 5

IN THE VICINITY

VICINITYMAG.COM

Game Time: Make Your Escape

Fun and interactive, this unique venue is located in Old Town Scottsdale. Make an evening with friends to, collectively, do your best to escape a room. It is a real-life adventure game designed for small groups of friends, families, co-workers or strangers to find hidden objects, figure out the clues and solve puzzles to earn freedom and “escape the room.” Each game lasts 60 minutes and is a surefire way to get to know everyone in the group. Reservations are required. Groups as small as two are welcomed as well, with 10 the maximum in a single room.

ESCAPE THE ROOM AZ 7017 E. Main St., Scottsdale (480) 524-0393 escapetheroomaz.com

Eat and Be Merry

Arizona Food Tours’ tasty experiences are rated as among the top adventures in the Phoenix area. Old Town Scottsdale is one of two locations (Tempe is the other) where it offers its dinner and lunch food tours. The dinners are three-hour progressive tours that take guests to visit some of the best restaurants in the area. Sample various dishes, drink pairings with courses and learn from top local chefs. Restaurants include AZ88, Malee’s Thai Bistro, EVO, and 5th and Wine. Private tours and gift certificates are available to share the fun.

Our Brands ag jeans • alberto • boglioli ARIZONA FOOD TOURS arizonafoodtours.com

canali • corneliani • di bianco ermenegildo zegna • eton ferragamo • gravati • magnanni nat nast • rancourt • robert talbott samuelsohn • zanella

voted esquire best of class

Hot Diggity Dog Park

The Valley is home to many dog parks and play areas. Dogs make up a great part of the vicinity’s population, with the area characterized by homes with big yards, canals to walk on, tree-lined streets to stroll and mountains to climb. While nearly all options require a leash for your dog, the Chaparral Off-Leash area at Chaparral Park provides open space for dogs to run, play ball and socialize.

biltmore fashion park 2502 e. camelback rd. #169, phoenix, az 85016 CHAPARRAL PARK 5401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale (480) 312-2353

theclotherie.com | 602.956.8600

PAGE 6

••••••••

COVER STORY

DEC. 2015

Whiskey Sour

Mix It Up

(via Eddie Garcia of Jade Bar)

At Cocktail Hour, it’s all about the ingredients BY MIKE SAUCIER

It’s five on a Friday and the glug-glug sound of liquid into glass is on the brain and pulling you to the nearest superb place to escape for a cocktail. Waiting there will be a bartender, or mixologist, or drink artist, or whatever you want to call the person charged with doing the important work of assembling flavorings and spirits in combinations we like to call cocktails. You needn’t look far to find this person. The thriving restaurant scene that has enlivened Arcadia, Biltmore, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley over the last decade has also birthed a busy cocktail bar landscape. Within this growing cocktail world, patterns emerge. Shifts can occur in preferences for sweet or sour, dirty or straight or bitter. Or maybe atmosphere is more valued than before. In looking at some of the trends dominating cocktail bars right now, answers largely depend on whom you ask. It’s fluid … But some indisputable commonalities exist. Whether you seek a balm for your sorrows, a release from work stress, or a place with a comforting glow in which to commune with your smartphone, one thing is for sure: the Happy Hour crowd has gone back to the basics with a taste for the simple components of tried-and-true cocktails that date back decades. Newfangled showoff drinks get consumed, for sure, but the classics

The Gladly

still reign, according to those who would know. Lead mixologist Eddie Garcia at Jade Bar, the cozy Paradise Valley retreat at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort, says although Jade offers new and exciting cocktails, “the classics never go out of style.” “There are still plenty of Old Fashioned and Manhattan drinkers,” he says. “Even our own classics such as the Fiery Mandarin and Grapefruit Basil are common. Simple is often the order of the day, although our newest, classic Tiki selection has been received well. In the end, fashions may go out of style but style never goes out of fashion.” John Christie, the head barman at Second Story Liquor Bar in Scottsdale who’s been behind the stick for more than 20 years, says he has seen a shift in the local drinking patterns in recent years toward “more classic-style cocktails.” He says, “People seem to enjoy the style we provide here at Second Story. The focus is kind of a ‘Mad Men’ style of drinking and lounging in a classy cool environment. I think this comes from a return to the basic components of great well-balanced cocktails without lots of frills.” “The Moscow mule, the Old Fashioned and the Manhattan are some examples of what we like to call jumping-off points,” says Jason Asher, who heads up Counter Intuitive’s menu development

Jade Bar

(strong) 2 oz. Elijah Craig 12 year (sweet) ¾ oz. simple syrup (sour) ¾ oz. lemon juice iced bucket glass cherry garnish Simple Syrup is made by combining equal parts by volume of sugar and hot water.

Sazerac (via John Christie of Second Story)

The Infuser at The Gladly

and implementation, and mentors its bartenders. He also consults on 150 restaurants and bars a year in Arizona as director of craft spirits and mixology for Young’s Market Company of Arizona. “Those cocktails help the consumer to feel comfortable and allow the bar to capture their audience.” Trends aren’t confined to whatever mixologists are putting together in a glass at the moment. Take attitudes, for example. Asher says there has been a big shift. “Bartenders have finally realized that it is not necessarily the liquid in the glass that means the most ... it is the overall guest experience,” he says. “The idea of a warm welcome, sincere service and a gracious goodbye was a thing of the past several years ago. This trend of pretentiousness has finally subsided and the cocktail community is truly embracing the idea of customer service.” No doubt you can’t have a good cocktail experience without the top-flight customer service. Fellowship, whether with friends, bar strangers or restaurant staff, does have its place in cocktail culture. A visit to the bar can serve to soothe the anxiety of the day, but the

2 oz. rye or cognac ¾ oz. simple syrup 7 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters Absinthe-rinsed Old Fashioned glass orange peel garnish Combine all the ingredients in a mixing glass with hard, large cube ice; stir until cold; pour into Absinthe-rinsed glass; rub orange peel around rim before dropping into drink.

Beginner’s Luck (via Brian Goodwin of The Gladly) 1.5 oz. Woodford Reserve bourbon ¾ oz. Sibona amaro 1 bar spoon of Luxardo Sangue Morlaco 2 dashes Fee’s Barrel-Aged Bitters Expressed orange peel Build all ingredients over ice, stir and garnish with an expressed orange peel. This is also a great cocktail to barrel age! Just multiply for the volume desired and age for at least a month.

VICINITYMAG.COM

PAGE 7

human contact that takes place in that setting is what brings customers back. Whisky also helps. Brian Goodwin, beverage director at The Gladly in Phoenix and Citizen Public House in downtown Scottsdale, says the whisky explosion, which was just getting started when The Gladly opened in 2013, is still going strong. “We’re a huge whisky bar here,” Goodwin says. “There doesn’t really seem to be much of a burst in the bubble on the whisky side coming up anytime soon … The trend just keeps going,” he says. “Younger people are taking part in it,

women are taking part in it — so that in itself is huge; it’s awesome.” The Gladly trains bartenders to learn 50 classic cocktails in 90 days. “It’s a good broad scope for them to build on,” Goodwin says. After the bartenders have a firm grasp of the classics, they can start getting creative. As for the future, it will be besotted with mezcal (“I think it’s going to surge here,” says Goodwin), and tiki cocktails and rum are making a cool resurgence, he says (a view echoed by some of the other mixologists). Fading fast from the bright lights behind the bar are flavored

vodkas, or, as Goodwin calls them, “one-trick ponies.” THE GLADLY 2201 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 759-8132 thegladly.com SECOND STORY 4166 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 945-5555 secondstoryliquorbar.com JADE BAR 5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley (480) 607-2300 sanctuaryoncamelback.com/dining/jade-bar

Total Wine & More

Best Places to Stock Up AJ’S FINE FOODS Arcadia 4430 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 522-0956 Scottsdale 7141 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley (480) 998-0052 ajsfinefoods.com TARBELL’S WINE STORE Phoenix (Camelback) 3205 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 955-7730 tarbellswinestore.com TOTAL WINE & MORE Phoenix (Camelback) 1670 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 279-0540

Second Story Liquor Bar

Scottsdale 10320 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 308-0271 totalwine.com

WHISKEY THURSDAYS Every Thursday from 5 to 7pm.

HALF PRICE WINE BOTTLES You pick! Sundays starting at 3pm.

MONDAY NIGHT CHEF’S TABLE

WINE WEDNESDAYS

Four courses of exclusive off-menu dishes. Featuring a new winery every month.

Every Wednesday from 5 to 7pm.

COOL REDUX HAPPY HOUR Every weekday from 4 to 7pm.

BEER MASTER SERIES Presented by the featured brewery’s Brew Master. Every month, on a Thursday night.

PAGE 8

••••••••

SHOPPING

DEC. 2015

@vicinityarcadia

VISIT US VICINITYMAG.COM

Treasures and Finds PrestigeCleaners.com 480.948.2781

Enjoy the ‘shopper’s high’ of finding and buying originals BY MIKE HUNTER

Fine tailoring, alterations and

25 OFF All Drycleaning Items

Excludes alterations and laundried button down shirts. Offer expires 1-31-16.

Regular hems

Slightly more for original hems, lined, and cuff. Offer expires 1-31-16.

That special antique, gift or home accessory that no one else has is a true find. Several retail shops in our vicinity are known for their original pieces; whether it be a book, a trinket, a piece of furniture or a work of art, some local shop owners pride themselves on finding the more unique items to keep customers coming and to offer the sophisticated shopper precious and unique items that become all their own. Cornelia Park, located in Biltmore Fashion Park, is perhaps best known as the premier purveyor of unique works of MacKenzie-Childs — the time-honored name in home furnishings and ceramics, handmade on a small farm in rural New York. From plates to planters, these originals are art-inspired pieces that say individuality. Designer and owner French Thompson showcases the wearable works of more than 30 world-acclaimed artists in his jewelry store, French Designer Jeweler, in Old Town Scottsdale. Unique and timeless pieces made of precious metals and gemstones are presented for tastes ranging from the whimsical to the mystical — and even some traditional. A treasured book or one-of-a-kind signed edition is a unique gift for the discerning collector. The Poisoned Pen owner Barbara Peters opened the independent bookstore in Old Town Scottsdale’s arts district in 1989 specializing in current and classic works of mystery, suspense, historical and literary fiction, and literature of the American Southwest. Many of the books on its shelves are autographed first editions and imports. For the whole family — kids in particular — Garage Boutique is a fun place to shop for original and one-of-a-kind items for kids (of all ages). Toys, baby gifts, crafts, clothing and other unique and even quirky gift ideas are on hand in this exciting boutique. While there, remember a bygone era with retro games and candies that will introduce your young ones to products of the past.

Meet the Unique Cornelia Park

Garage Boutique

Did you know: In addition to being the largest retailer of Mackenzie-Childs products, this boutique also carries small furniture, home furnishings, dishes and elaborate holiday pieces.

Did you know: Following Garage on social media is a great way to get to know what’s new at this fun retailer. Posts of new products, gift ideas and more will keep customers going back.

2502 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 955-3195 corneliapark.com

7144 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale (480) 556-6900 garageboutique.com

French Designer Jeweler

The Poisoned Pen

Did you know: Unlike many jewelers in the area, French Thompson shares his interest in the art of jewelry and design through the many shows and events he presents, which include the Visiting Artist Series.

Did you know: The people behind The Poisoned Pen are also publishers. Poisoned Pen Press is a company dedicated to publishing excellence in mystery. It also often hosts local mysterythemed conferences.

7148 Main St., Scottsdale (480) 994-4717 frenchonmain.com

4014 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale (480) 947-2974 poisonedpen.com

PAGE 9

ARTS & CULTURE

VICINITYMAG.COM

AND FUN FOR ALL As picturesque as our vicinity is, we thought it would be good to see how well you know some very recognizable spots — so we cut out small pieces of our photos to see if can identify them.

Drive-by Beauty

Where is this? This place has water but no back, and a name that is so livable that it’s the most.

Public art lifts our spirits

Horseshoe Falls

BY RAEANNE MARSH

One of the special characteristics of our community is the wonderful artwork prominently on display — which many of us probably take for granted as we drive past every day. Particularly striking is the sculpture adorning a length of Goldwater Boulevard just north of Indian School Road. “Tributary Wall,” created by Kevin Berry, Tributary Wall

features seven fish that range in length from nine feet to 18 feet. Made of steel, they have been treated with a natural, oxidized rust patina. The fish “swim” on a wall whose serpentine design symbolizes the flow of water, with the alternating arrangement of smooth and split-faced rock representing a water wave pattern. “Horseshoe Falls” is the name of the sculpture on the south side of Indian School at Marshall Way in downtown Scottsdale. Artist Michael Maglich created this with 4,500 horseshoes, and he describes it as a “non-equestrian equestrian structure.” He sees it as symbolically dividing the galleries of mostly contemporary art of the Marshall Way/Stetson Drive area from those of

more traditional Western art found in the Main Street area. There’s an aesthetic significance to even the bus shelters along Indian School Road in downtown Scottsdale, which were also created by Michael Maglich. The roof of these shelters, based on the design of the shelter covering the ruins of Casa Grande, is supported by two slender posts rising from concrete standards and seems to float at night. “The benches and standards are modeled after historical markers,” explains Maglich. Quotes on each of the four sides of the support standards are all travelrelated, and the sources range from the Bible to Jimi Hendrix’s “Cross-Town Traffic”: “All you do is slow me down and I got better things on the other side of town.”

(480) 800-3000 THE FUN CONTINUES NEXT DOOR.

NOW OPEN!

butterf lywonderland.com

9500 E. Via de Ventura Scottsdale, AZ 85256 NE corner of Loop 101 & Via de Ventura

Where is this? You can’t go 43 or 45, and the name is a cut above the rest.

Where is this? ’Ello. I was a king in Merry Old England and am a royal hot spot for sure. Tell us where these places are by following Vicinity Magazine on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. (Answers can be found online at www.vicinitymag.com.)

PAGE 10

••••••••

EVENTS

DEC. 2015

Cool Nights Heat Up in December

Highlighted events right here in our vicinity

Jazz Night

Thurs., Dec. 3, 10, 17 & 24 9:00p Enjoy the sounds of a live fourpiece vintage jazz and blues band, featuring burlesque dancers throughout the evening.

W Scottsdale Hotel 7277 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 970-2100 wscottsdalehotel.com

Live Music: Shawn Johnson Fri., Dec. 4 & 18 7:00p – 8:00p

Soulful, energetic singer/songwriter out of Tempe.

Arcadia Tavern 4801 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 840-3950 arcadiatavern.com

Tracy Lawrence The Wizard of Oz

Live Music: Jay Allan Acoustic

Travel with Dorothy as she journeys to the magical land where scarecrows wish for brains, lions are afraid of their roars, tin men long for hearts and witches come in all varieties.

Phoenix-based singer/songwriter Jay Allan plays what is known to his fans as funky-folk, blues rock. Channeling honest passion and raw emotion through his own life and observations, he combines heartfelt and memorable lyrics with genrebending styles and melodies.

Wed. – Sun., Dec. 1 – 27 Times vary

Phoenix Theatre 100 E. McDowell Rd., Phoenix (602) 254-2151 phoenixtheatre.com

Dec. 2, 9, 11, 16, 23 & 30 7:00p – 8:00p

Arcadia Tavern 4801 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 840-3950 • arcadiatavern.com

Fri., Dec. 4 • 8:00p

Tracy Lawrence has performed across the world for more than 20 years, and his success has helped brighten the future for Country music. He’s posted 22 hits on the Billboard Top 10 chart, 18 number one singles and sold more than 13 million albums.

Talking Stick Resort 9800 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale (480) 850-7777 talkingstickresort.com

A Very Electric Christmas Sun., Dec. 6 • 2:00p

Internationally recognized for its signature brand of electroluminescent artistry and poignant storytelling, New Orleans’ Lightwire Theater creates and delivers innovative theatrical experiences to audiences worldwide.

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale (480) 499-8587 scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Joe Nichols

Thurs., Dec. 10 • 7:00p Country artist Joe Nichols is a three-time Grammy-nominated artist who found success through his hits “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off,” “Brokenheartsville” and “Gimme That Girl.”

LiveWire 7320 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale (480) 970-6980 • livewireaz.com

PAGE 11

EVENTS

VICINITYMAG.COM

The TEN Tenors: Home for the Holidays

Cedric Gervais

Mötley Crüe: The Final Tour

Cédric Gervais is a Grammy Awardwinning French DJ and producer of house music.

Home for the Holidays is a magical experience for the whole family that will dazzle, delight and captivate audiences. Join Australia’s rock stars of the opera as they amaze and enthrall with their unique selection of traditional and contemporary seasonal favorites.

Maya Day & Nightclub

This American rock band has been touring tirelessly to say goodbye to fans around the world, most recently playing its final shows in Japan.

Thurs., Dec. 10 7:30p

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale (480) 499-8587 scottsdaleperformingarts.org

Total Recall Double Feature Fri., Dec. 11 6:00p

What do Arnold Schwarzenegger, planetary scientists and junk food have in common? All three come together in a night of film and conversation. Enjoy back-to-back screenings of Total Recall, both the 1990 and 2012 versions of this sci-fi classic, and presentations by ASU faculty who will link the popular action thriller to their research.

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Arts 7374 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale (480) 874-4666 smoca.org

Fri., Dec. 18 • 9:00p

733 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale (480) 625-0528 • mayaclubaz.com

Ugly Sweater Run Sat., Dec. 19 • 10:00a

Rummage up the ugliest sweater you can find and celebrate the holidays by participating in the merriest 5K of the year. Join thousands of runners, walkers and prancers from around the nation as The Ugly Sweater Run tours North America. Burn some calories, have some fun and enjoy a hot chocolate or a Samuel Adams.

Sat., Dec. 19 • 7:00p

Talking Stick Arena 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix (480) 850-7777 talkingstickresortarena.com

Rob Schneider

Thurs., Dec. 31 • 7:00p – 10:00p Emmy-nominated actor Rob Schneider is known the world over for his trademark blend of character and comedic acting.

StandUPLive 50 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix (480) 719-6100 • standuplive.com

Tempe Beach Park 620 N. Mill Ave., Tempe (480) 350-5200 theuglysweaterrun.com

SPOTLIGHT

ZooLights

Continuing through Sun., Jan. 10 5:30p – 10:30p

From the moment you enter the luxurious boutique hotel and take in its classic mid-century modern design, you will feel transported into an upscale nightlife paradise. The uplifting beats of renowned performers and DJs will make you dance. Savory hors d’oeuvres and sweet champagne are only a prelude to the excitement of 1,000 partygoers counting down to midnight.

Mountainsides of The Buttes turn magical come sundown as the Phoenix Zoo shows off its annual presentation of light sculptures known as “ZooLights.” Thrill to millions of lights in hundreds of displays, with several new 3-D light sculptures added this year as well as two new Music in Motion shows. Visitors are also challenged to find new 2-D butterflies and lion cubs among the many returning favorites. Also available are carousel and camel rides.

The Saguaro Scottsdale

Phoenix Zoo

New Year’s Eve Party 2016 Thurs., Dec 31 • 9:00p – 2:00a

4000 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale (480) 308-1100 newyearsevearizona.com

455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix (602) 286-3800 phoenixzoo.org

PAGE 12

••••••••

SHOPPING

DEC. 2015

SHOPPING LISTINGS IN OUR VICINITY

Carine’s Boutique

French Designer Jeweler

Nove

High-end boutique offers women casual and classy fashion.

Frequently changing styles and unique designs from almost 30 artists, who call their jewelry “Wearable Art.”

Trendy women’s apparel boutique carrying chic designer styles and footwear.

7148 E. Main St., Scottsdale (480) 994-4717 frenchonmain.com

7001 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 292-9215 noveshop.com

Jewelry by Gauthier

Omega Boutique

8787 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 483-3888 carinesfashion.com

David E. Adler Showroom for antiques and oriental rugs, including traditional, tribal and contemporary designs. 7000 E. Indian School Rd., Scottsdale (480) 513-3200 davideadler.com

Willows Home & Garden Inspired by owner Beverly Burch’s love of home and family and her desire to create a company that exudes the warmth and comfort of home, The Willows on Indian School Road in Arcadia is and has been the place for local homeowners to visit when designing or decorating their homes — both inside and out. Located in its own building, The Willows is a virtual treasure trove of home furnishings, accessories and unique gifts on the retail side, and a design studio with a team of creative and knowledgeable designers. Services include full interior design, consulting and sourcing to make projects in the home or office all you. WILLOWS HOME & GARDEN 3743 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 334-1345 willowsdesign.com

Dylan’s Hair Salon and Barber Shop A sophisticated and casual lounge staffed by the area’s top stylists. 3939 E. Campbell Ave., Phoenix (602) 522-2900 dylanssalon.com

Francesca’s Women’s clothing chain with an array of casual, playful clothing, plus bags, shoes and gifts. 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 945-2006 francescas.com

Collection of original designs characterized by clean lines. 4211 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale (480) 941-1707 jewelrybygauthier.com

King & Duck Clothing boutique offering trendy designer streetwear and accessories for men and women. 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 994-7305 kingnduck.com

7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 421-9820 omegawatches.com

St. John Boutique Unique American Design with a core in signature innovative knits.

Kiss Me Kate

7014 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale (480) 941-4323 sjk.com

Bright boutique carrying a wide array of colorful women’s apparel and accessories.

urbAna Shop

5039 N. 44th St., Phoenix (602) 840-6173 kissmekateaz.com

Mane Attraction Being well-traveled internationally ensures stylists bring their clients the latest in hair fashions. 3156 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 956-2996 maneattractionsalon.com

High-end chain boutique for ownbrand designer watches, also featuring fine jewelry and leather goods.

A sophisticated line of entertaining-ware and accessories with a subtle urban sensibility. 5027 N. 44th St., Phoenix (602) 957-5066 urbanashop.com

The Village Advantage Looking for the best group fitness classes in the Valley? Become a Village member, where you can experience Barre, Zumba and

Boot Camp Classes

as well as yoga, Pilates, indoor cycling, tennis, and swimming.

Multiple studios with experienced instructors all under one roof. villageclubs.com Camelback Village Racquet & Health Club 4444 East Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85018

Call 602.840.6412

to ask about a complimentary visit.

PAGE 13

REAL ESTATE

VICINITYMAG.COM

EVERYTHING

Rafterhouse

TO DO IN YOUR

VICINITY

Flipping over Arcadia BY MIKE HUNTER

With our housing market so well known, it is no surprise that a local company made up of creatives, entrepreneurs and family has made it to the national scene. Rafterhouse is a home remodeling company that is full service, focused on finding, restoring and upgrading homes in the Arcadia area. The company’s designers have an affinity for the ranch-style homes, and their meticulous touches and authentic appeal are what is making them so successful. What Rafterhouse does is more than simply “flipping houses.” “Because it is such a desirable neighborhood, we only work in Arcadia,” says Austin King, coowner of Rafterhouse. In keeping with the aesthetic, King notes, “Even if we tear something down, we update it but rebuild back to the original charm.” The company puts heart and soul into each project, and it has garnered critical and national acclaim. Its concept was captured in a television show of the same name — “Rafterhouse” — that aired in October on HGTV. It was a pilot episode, so more may be coming. Chris Liles, a builder, and Austin King, a

EACH MONTH STAY INFORMED Your copy of Vicinity Magazine is mailed monthly to select residents who enjoy this content and frequent local businesses, entertainment venues and services. real estate agent, came together with

DINING

their wives and children to express their love of community by remodeling mid-century ranch homes. “We love this neighborhood. We live here, shop here, dine here; and the kids go to school here,” King boasts. “Buyers are interested in this area because of the homes here, and it promotes an active lifestyle.”

EVENTS NIGHTLIFE LIVE MUSIC

RAFTERHOUSE 3117 N 44th St, Phoenix (480) 499-2683 rafterhouse.com

SERVICES

A Stroll through Arcadia

SHOPPING

Arcadia is home to many mid-century ranch homes and has recently become a hotbed of construction to update and even build from scratch as property values have come back and are so good. Here are some great areas to stroll in this coveted neighborhood: Ca

68th St

66th St

64th St

62th St

Scottsdale Rd

Jokake Rd

… and so much more.

Camelback Rd

Camelback Rd 56th St

N 54th St

Rub icon Ave

Ex et er

Exeter Blvd

Lafayette Blvd

fay et

te B

lvd

i nd

WHITWOOD A small, single loop just south of Lafayette Boulevard at 51st Street, this community is a safe little retreat close to Hopi Elementary.

READ CLICK LIKE

Goldwater Blvd

Ind

68th St

64th St

62th

56th St

Rd ol

ian

REAL ESTATE

ARCADIA MANORS Perhaps a perfect slice of life in Arcadia, this neighborhood is all of Arcadia Lane, off of Camelback, and swings east to Jokake Road.

JOKAKE TERRACE AND VILLA This area is south of Lafayette and includes many winding tree-lined streets surrounding Calle Tuberia and Calle Del Paisano.

EXETER BOULEVARD This tree-lined street boasts everything from quaint Arcadia homes to multi-room mansions, with looks that range from midcentury ranch to exposed-brick colonial.

/vicinitymagazines

@vicinityarcadia

DOWNLOAD VICINITY MOBILE

VISIT US ONLINE AT VICINITYMAG.COM

PAGE 14

••••••••

DINING

DEC. 2015

DID YOU KNOW

Local Pubs & Microbreweries Great haunts where great evenings get brewing BY CHRISTOPHER ADAM

Local breweries and pubs are popping up, creating not only a vast variety of tasty beers but also bringing together the community in these local hangouts. No example is better than O.H.S.O. Eatery + nanoBrewery. What gets you through its door is a fun and inviting atmosphere, and what keeps you there is a wide selection of its own beers as well as local Arizona favorites. Step outside to the backyard patio that opens up to the Arizona Canal and you’ll find a super dogfriendly area complete with water bowls and a dog washing area to keep your pup happy on even the hottest days. To quench your thirst, try the White Chocolate Ale from Sonoran Brewing Company and Orange Blossom from Papago Brewing — both of which have unique flavors and a smooth finish. Food at O.H.S.O. is full of artful favorites, but be sure to make the trip on the weekends for a combo of select beer and brunch items for $10. Step over into Old Town and you have three more places to grab a craft brew. Two Brothers Tap House located right on Scottsdale Road has a wide-open feel and a seemingly endless row of taps behind the bar. Like

many of our snowbirds, Two Brothers is from Illinois and offers an extensive amount of year-round and seasonal beers. Try the Peppermint Porter — a smooth, dark beer with a hint of peppermint that will be sure to add a little spice to your winter season. Just down the road, check out Goldwater Brewing Company. With a more intimate taproom feel, Goldwater has 10 of its own brews on tap. Something truly different that it offers is the Desert Rose, a cactus ale. It is pink in color and has cactus fruit and desert botanicals to give it a unique flavor. Although Goldwater doesn’t have a kitchen, follow it on social media to find out what food truck it has invited to serve food in its taproom. On the east side of Scottsdale Road sits Bad Water Brewing. Started in 2012, Bad Water is known for its Saison beer. Saison (also referred to as a farmhouse ale) is an ale that was traditionally brewed in the winter. Bad Water’s Saison has a light, almost fruity taste with little bitterness. Regardless of the drinker, these breweries have the variety to bring together a group to cheers. Prosit!

BAD WATER BREWING 4216 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale (480) 748-4460 badwaterbrewing.com GOLDWATER BREWING CO. 3608 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 350-7305 goldwaterbrewing.com O.H.S.O. EATERY + NANOBREWERY 4 900 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 955-0358 ohsobrewery.com TWO BROTHERS TAP HOUSE 4321 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 378-3001 twobrothersbrewing.com

For those not-so-avid beer drinkers, deciding to venture outside of a lager and into a craft beer can be confusing. The major differentiating factors between beer types are how the beer is fermented as well as the types of the three main ingredients — malt, barley and hops. Pale ales are predominantly lighter-color beers that are made with a pale malt (hence the name). Your trendy India pale ales (IPAs) fall into this category, and, although they range in strength and taste, they’re traditionally pretty hoppy and bitter. Porter beers (similar to stout) are dark and are made from brown malt.

PAGE 15

DINING & NIGHTLIFE

VICINITYMAG.COM

DINING LISTINGS IN OUR VICINITY

Avanti Restaurant

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse

Veteran option for refined Italian cuisine turned out in a modern, whitetablecloth setting.

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-youcan-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

2728 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix (602) 956-0900 • avanti-az.com

Cornish Pasty Co. Outpost of a small, modern chain specializing in traditional Britishstyle savory pastries. 3800 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale (480) 945-1220 cornishpastyco.com

Coup Des Tartes This refined, upscale bistro specializes in American cuisine with a French twist. 1725 E. Osborn Rd., Phoenix (602) 212-1082 nicetartes.com

Downside Risk Restaurant & Bar Lively, finance-themed taproom, with outdoor seating and a selection of standard bar food plus sushi. 8989 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 245-6513 downside-risk.com

NIGHTLIFE

POSH Restaurant

Coach House

Upscale New American cuisine is tailored to each diner’s taste at this modern, experimental eatery.

Dating back to 1959, this revered destination offers drink specials and more in an open-air setup.

6300 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 609-8866 • fogodechao.com

7167 E. Rancho Vista Dr., Scottsdale (480) 663-7674 poshscottsdale.com

7011 E. Indian School Rd., Scottsdale (480) 990-3433 coachhousescottsdale.com

Humble Pie

Rancho Pinot

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

Local Italian chain serving red and white pizzas, sandwiches, pasta and wine in a contemporary space.

High-end, seasonal American fare is the focus of this relaxed restaurant with cowboy-chic decor.

6149 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 556-9900 humblepieusa.com

SushiHolics

La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria

3957 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 956-2354 sushiholicaz.com

Pastries, creative breakfasts and gourmet pizzas star at this chic bakery/cafe with a grocery section. 4410 N. 40th St., Phoenix (602) 840-7777 lagrandeorangegrocery.com

Over Easy Local chain serving omelets, pancakes and other breakfast classics in cheery, retro surrounds. 4730 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix (602) 468-3447 eatatovereasy.com

6208 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 367-8030 ranchopinot.com

The team of dedicated chefs brings diners a new experience of Japanese cuisine.

Wally’s American Pub N’ Grill This relaxed pub provides an eclectic mix of comfort food, from burgers to Cuban sandwiches. 5029 N. 44th St., Phoenix (602) 954-2040 wallyspub.com

Hip hangout offers modern comfort food, self-serve beer contraptions, plus DJs and live music. 4420 N. Saddlebag Trail, Scottsdale (480) 945-4200 dierkswhiskeyrow.com

Kazimierz World Wine Bar Trendy haunt offers a vast wine selection, eclectic snacks and live jazz and Latin music. 7137 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale (480) 946-3004 • kazbar.net

Majerle’s Sports Bar Owned by Dan Majerle of Phoenix Suns fame, this bar, dance club and event hub serves pub grub and more. 4425 N. Saddlebag Trail, Scottsdale (480) 889-9949 • majerles.com

CigArcadia The pungent aroma of a well-crafted cigar may be best appreciated in the company of other cigar aficionados. We have several establishments here in our vicinity that will welcome you to stay — or help you select cigars to take home. BAXTER’S CIGARS Tobacco shop also offering two smoking areas with big-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, plus cigar storage lockers. 2017 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 374-4730 • baxterscigars.com CHURCHILL’S FINE CIGARS Churchill’s on 44th Street features Winston’s Cigar Bar, which also offers a full liquor bar. Also available are humidor lockers. 5041 N. 44th St., Phoenix (602) 840-9080 • winstonscigarbar.com FOX CIGAR BAR With one of the biggest humidors in the State of Arizona, Fox Cigar Bar in Scottsdale also features 30 TVs and offers more than 400 scotches. 7443 E. 6th Ave., Scottsdale (480) 214-5011 • foxtobacco.com OWL EAR Cozy tobacco shop features fine cigarettes and accessories plus a walk-in humidor and cigar lounge. 8920 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale (480) 270-5439 • owlearsmokeshop.com YE OLDE PIPE & TOBACCO SHOPPE Smoke shop with a large selection of cigars and pipes, a walk-in humidor and a smoking lounge with a TV. 4525 N. 24th St., Phoenix (602) 955-7740 • aztobacco.com

J&G Steakhouse Scottsdale // The Phoenician 6000 East Camelback Road. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480.214.8000 // reservations@jgsteakhousescottsdale.com www.jgsteakhousescottsdale.com // @jgsteakhousescottsdale