WHERE Traveler Phoenix+Scottsdale_JANUARY 2021

PHOENIX + SCOTTSDALE JAN 2021

CULTURE AROUND THE VALLEY RAISE A GLASS TO THE NEW YEAR

THINGS TO SEE AND DO FROM ART TO ARCHITECTURE, AND MUSEUMS TO PERFORMANCES

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THE GUIDE Entertainment 24 Attractions 26 Galleries 28 Shopping 32 Dining 38 Explore 43

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American Fine Street Art exhibit at American Fine Art in Old Town Scottsdale features Warhol, AtZ, Banksy, Brainwash, Crash, Haring, Basquiat, and Murakami. www.warhol.me PHOTO: AMERICAN FINE ART, INC.

14 The New AZ Five Cs

Celebrating the best in culinary, cocktails, culture, casinos, and craft beer.

By ALISON BAILIN BATZ

18 Destination Culture

Get your fill of culture–from museums to art to performances–at these Valley locales.

By MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

22 6,500 Feet Closer to Heaven

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By ERIC SWEDLUND

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HOT DATES JANUARY

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Collective Inspiration At Phoenix Art Museum, view eight fashion ensembles and accessories that span the 20th century, paired with paintings, sculptures, and other works.

Each pairing explores how artistic principles can be applied to both fashion designs and more traditionally recognized forms of art. Each pairing includes an interpretive text created by museum curators. www.phxart.org

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UNAPOLOGETIC: ALL WOMEN, ALL YEAR

Through Jan. 17

The works of bold and diverse women artists who address topics such as identity, beauty, violence, and equality are showcased in this exhibit at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA). www.smoca.org

ZOOLIGHTS

Through Jan. 31

The Phoenix Zoo glows with millions of twinkling lights, dazzling animal sculptures, and a Wildlife Lantern Safari that features 66 creatures. This year there are both walkthru and drive-thru (Cruise Zoolights) nights available. www.phoenixzoo.org

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LOOK TO NATURE: TOSHIKO TAKAEZU

AMERICAN FINE STREET ART

A look at internationally known artist Toshiko Takaezo’s clay, fiber, and bronze pieces, including her signature style of closed-form vessels and series of bells. Held at ASU Art Museum. https:// asuartmuseum.asu.edu

The exhibition at American Fine Art, Inc. showcases the world of Street Art using iconic examples from Warhol and AtZ, including AtZ’s graffiti girl and Warhol’s soup can. It will also feature the works of such legendary artists as Banksy, Lichtenstein, Brainwash, Crash, Haring, Basquiat, and Murakami. www.warhol.me

Through Feb. 28

SEEKING IMMORTALITY: ANCIENT ARTIFACTS Through April 4

At Phoenix Art Museum, view ceramics and other objects from China, Japan, and Korea meant to accompany the dead into the afterlife. www.phxart.org

Jan. 14-Feb. 27

GOLD PALETTE ARTWALK: DEMONSTRATE + DONUTS Jan. 14

Wander through Old Town Scottsdale’s art galleries during this special ArtWalk event, held in addition to weekly Thursday evening ArtWalks. Extended gallery hours, artists receptions, special activities, and more. www.scottsdalegalleries.com JA N U A RY 2 0 2 1

WATERLILY POND STUDIO PRESENTS WIND, WATER, EARTH Jan. 19-April 25

This three-part living sculpture exhibit at Desert Botanical Garden by wife-and-husband duo Natasha Lisitsa and Daniel Schultz is where sculpture meets floral art. The first part of the series, Wind, is inspired by the tumultuous wind and dust storms across the desert, and is on view through Feb. 19. www.dbg.org

ALONZO KING LINES BALLET Jan. 29-30

Alonzo King LINES Ballet presents two new works, The Personal Element and AZOTH at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The company is known for its transformative, revelatory dance. www.scottsdale performingarts.org

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Through May 2

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Dine, Sip, and Tour Perched above the Valley, with stunning views from its historic windows, sits Wrigley Mansion. Constructed in 1932 by chewing gum personality William Wrigley Jr. as a 50th anniversary present to his wife, Ada, the destination now houses Geordie’s Restaurant and Lounge, Jamie’s Wine Bar, and soon, Christopher’s at Wrigley Mansion. The venues are led by James Beard Award-winning Chef Christopher Gross. And the locale—which recently underwent a renovation—has now debuted a reimagined Sunday Brunch, Sundays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. There are family-style platters brought to the tables; guéridons roving about the dining room with small plate options; made-to-order, seasonally changing brunch entrées; pastries; and desserts. Need something to sip on? In addition to cava or mimosas, brunch can be paired with one of the more than 1,200 wine labels from the mansion’s wine cellar. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Interested in the locale’s history?

Reserve a time for a property tour, available Tuesday through Saturday. 2501 E. Telawa Trail, Phoenix; www.wrigleymansion.com

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Night owls can indulge their latenight cravings at Nook Kitchen, which recently debuted a Nook at Night reverse happy hour. Available from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, with last call for food at 1:30 a.m., Nook’s craveable eats are rooted in Italian tradition. Chef LaRosa–a past winner of the Food Network’s Chopped–helms the kitchen. The reverse happy hour includes deals on appetizers, salads, and pizza, as well as signature cocktails and draft beers, Tito’s, and red and white wine. A DJ adds to the late night vibe. Late night not your thing? The restaurant also has happy hour Wednesday through Saturday, 5-6 p.m. 4231 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix; www.nookkitchen.com

Pass the Pepper, Please Pepper-flavored vodka? Yes. Scottsdale’s first microdistillery, Blue Clover Distillery, just debuted the bottle launch of its handcrafted, pepperflavored vodka. Blue Clover infuses the vodka locally with three spicy peppers to achieve its natural flavor: hatch green chile from New Mexico, red pepper, and jalapeño.

Heard of farm-to-table eats? Here, it’s farm-to-bottle. Distilled with farm-fresh corn, the gluten-free, small-batch vodka uses water from a specialized reverse osmosis system to give it the taste of the fresh waters of the Pacific Northwest. It then passes through a high-quality

charcoal filter and is left to rest. The spirit is smooth enough to sip for those who like it neat, or, it also makes the perfect foundation for a spicy craft cocktail. Available in the bottle to-go, or to drink in the tasting room. 7042 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale; www.bluecloverdistillery.com

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Tucked in the desert of North Scottsdale, Taliesin West was the winter home of one of the most innovative and well-known American architects, Frank Lloyd Wright, who was known for his unorthodox and contemporary architectural style.

Open for tours, it’s not the only Wrightdesigned location to visit in the Valley.

View the Frank Lloyd Wright Spire, a blue and green, internally illuminated spire that glows each evening, rising from the corner of Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale.

First Christian Church in Phoenix, built in 1971, is another of his designs. The triangular spire reaches 77 feet high, and native stones are blended into the walls.

Gammage Auditorium, located on the Arizona State University campus in Tempe, was one of Wright’s last publicly commissioned projects.

And for the Arizona Biltmore, which opened in 1929, Wright acted as the consulting architect in its design, partnering and collaborating with his former student, Albert Chase McArthur.

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Known for its healthy and sustainable food, Farm & Craft offers food that is “modern farm with a contemporary twist.” At the new FRANCINE, find vibrant French Mediterranean cuisine.

Or, for Southwestern cuisine with a Mexican twist, head to Old Town Tortilla Factory, set in a historic adobe home with an expansive patio.

Award-winning cocktails and top-notch martinis are on the menu at AZ/88, while Beverly on Main is an upscale cocktail lounge with high-end takes on American comfort food. For an iconic experience, head to Rusty Spur Saloon, Scottsdale’s oldest bar, where there's live music daily.

Art lovers head to fine art gallery American Fine Art, Inc., while those looking for Arizona souvenirs and gifts head to Kactus Jock. At top shopping destination Scottsdale Fashion Square, find more than 240 stores and restaurants.

On Thursday evenings head to the free ArtWalk in Old Town Scottsdale’s Arts District, which features artist receptions, events, and more. Those looking to challenge themselves can reserve an escape room adventure at Escape the Room. For an outdoor experience, take a segway tour with Scottsdale Segway Tours.

Farm & Craft 4302 N. Scottsdale Road www.ilovefarmandcraft.com FRANCINE 4710 N. Goldwater Blvd. www.francinerestaurant.com Old Town Tortilla Factory 6910 E. Main St. www.oldtowntortillafactory.com

AZ/88 7353 Scottsdale Mall www.az88.com Beverly on Main 7018 E. Main St. www.beverlyonmain.com Rusty Spur Saloon 7245 E. Main St. www.rustyspursaloon.com

American Fine Art, Inc. 3908 N. Scottsdale Road www.warhol.me Kactus Jock 7229 E. Main St. & 7121 E. 5th Ave. www.kactusjock.com Scottsdale Fashion Square 7401 E. Camelback Road www.fashionsquare.com

ArtWalk www.scottsdalegalleries.com Escape the Room 7017 E. Main St. & 7135 E. Main St. www.escapetheroom.com Scottsdale Segway Tours www.scottsdalesegwaytours.com

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AZ FIVE Cs

Celebrating the best in culinary, cocktails, culture, casinos, and craft beer

BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

MORA ITALIAN

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or more than 100 years, Arizona has been known for its iconic five Cs: Copper, cattle, cotton, citrus, and climate.

At the time, these AZ Five Cs were created to communicate to the outside world the state’s key economic drivers, and to differentiate it from the rest of the Southwest. All these years later, while each is still part of the fabric that makes State 48 great, we think there are five other important Cs that have helped elevate Arizona to one of the preeminent destinations in the world: Culinary, cocktails, craft beer, casinos, and culture.

CULINARY

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As little as 25 years ago, those visiting Arizona likely dined at one or more chain or franchise restaurants during their stays, simply because those were the primary eateries in the area at the time.

Fast-forward to 2021, and Arizona is now home to dozens of award-winning restaurants and chefs. In the past year alone, 24 venues were named among the Forbes Travel Guide award-winners, including Talavera, Kai, and J&G Steakhouse, and another 22 were among the James Beard Award semifinalists—notably Dominick’s Steakhouse, Steak 44, Ocean 44, and Citizen Public House. Culinary giants like Scott Conant and Giada De Laurentiis have taken notice, with Conant choosing Phoenix to launch Mora

THE BITTER MEZCALIKI AT BITTERS COCKTAIL BAR & FOOD

Italian and Scottsdale for ultra-luxe Italian steakhouse concept The Americano, and De Laurentiis set to open two restaurants­—Luna

by Giada and Pronto by Giada—in Scottsdale. Chef-driven, local restaurants proudly rule the market today, notably Justin Beckett’s Southern Rail and Beckett’s Table; Stephen Jones’ The Larder + The Delta; Christopher Collins’ Twisted Grove, The Macintosh, Wally’s and The Collins; and the Maggiore family’s Hash Kitchen, Tomaso’s, The Sicilian Butcher, and The Sicilian Baker.

COCKTAILS

CHEF JOEY MAGGIORE AT HASH KITCHEN

With the culinary renaissance came one amid the beverage industry, as well. There are many that deserve credit for putting Arizona on the cocktail community’s map, including Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlor, La Hacienda and Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, and Jade Bar at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa—which, in the mid-2010s, launched “Bar Brawl.” The annual friendly competition had the region’s top bartending talent competing in a series of challenges, both to find a spirited champion, as well as to elevate the industry both locally and nationally. Today, you can find several past winners, competitors, and those inspired by the series leading cocktail programs at Ladera Taverna y Cocina, which is known for its mezcal-infused concoctions; Bitters Cocktail Bar & Food, which excels at balancing cocktails with bitters; Blue Clover Distillery, which uses its own house spirits to develop its recipes; and Garden Bar, which is headed by James Beard-honored mixologist Kim Haasarud and curates garden-to-glass cocktail experiences.

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Resort and Casino, which similarly has new amenities coming this year, including a new restaurant, new bar, and significant renovations to its high-limit lounge, among other enhancements; Harrah’s AkChin Casino, which recently completed a three-year expansion that includes a new lobby, a 12-story tower, a spa, an expanded gaming space, new restaurants, a multi-purpose event center, a parking garage, a new Bingo hall, and a new renamed Laurel Lounge for Caesars Rewards members; Desert Diamond Casinos, which has over 75,000 square feet of gaming space at its West Phoenix locale alone, including the newest slots, table games, a poker room, a bingo hall, and even a wine and spirits shop; and We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort, which opened its doors in October 2020 in place of Fort McDowell Casino and stuns with 850 slots, 22 blackjack tables, a five-table poker room, and a 400-seat, smoke-free bingo hall.

According to the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, there are currently 110 independent breweries producing and pouring beer across the state (accounting for nearly $1.5 billion in economic impact), and in the past two years alone, local breweries took home 12 medals at the Great American Beer Festival. That’s a lot of hoppy news!

Be it sours, ales, IPAs, stouts, porters, lagers, or pilsners, there is one or more local beers on tap in town right now just for you.

Within Greater Phoenix, do not miss Four Peaks Brewing Company, Huss Brewing, Wren House, Fate Brewing Company, or O.H.S.O. Brewery & Distillery. And for those looking for a little adventure up north, check out the craft beer scene in Flagstaff, which the Arizona governor formally proclaimed as a leading craft beer city with a commendation in 2018. Among the can’t-miss spots just two hours north of Phoenix are Mother Road Brewery, Historic Brewing Company, Dark Sky Brewing Co, Lumberyard Brewing Co., Beaver Street Brewery, Flagstaff Brewing Company, Wanderlust Brewing Company, and Trail Crest Brewing Company. Not sure where to start? Trekking the Flagstaff Craft Brew Trail is easy, thanks to Craft Beer Flag, which offers a map and passport for free. Once the passport is filled, you can exchange it for a commemorative pint glass.

CASINOS In 1988, the U.S. Congress passed the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), which recognized gaming as a way to promote tribal economic development, self-sufficiency, and strong tribal government.

Today, there are 25 Class III casinos, which to put it in simple terms, means casinos in the vein of Las Vegas in size and games available, operated by 16 different Native American Tribal Communities across the state. Among them: Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, which recently broke ground on a $143 million expansion project to add an 11-story tower, new rooms, and more; Talking Stick

CULTURE Arizona’s cultural offerings are many. They range from the Heard Museum, which showcases the art and history of the region’s Native American cultures; and Phoenix Art Museum, which is the largest of its kind in the Southwest and features both classic and contemporary works; to the one-of-a-kind and interactive Musical Instrument Museum, which displays instruments from across the globe; and the hands-on Children’s Museum of Phoenix. Given that Scottsdale was once nicknamed “The West’s Most Western Town,” Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is another must and features regularly changing exhibits of Western art and artifacts, entertaining events, and informative programs that bring the country’s Western heritage to life. Even the diverse Sonoran desert is given the chance to shine courtesy of Desert Botanical Garden, which is set on 140 acres of protected land and features more than 50,000 plant displays and nearly 4,500 unique species in its outdoors exhibits. There is also the Phoenix Zoo, the largest privately-owned, nonprofit zoo in the United States.

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM

Beyond the stunning outdoor scenery, award-winning food, and often idyllic weather, the Valley is also a cultural hot spot

BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

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n the Valley, culture is as plentiful as the seemingly endless blue skies. Make sure to get your fill of everything, from museums to shows to art.

MUSEUMS Those who enjoy history will find lots to explore in the Valley. The Heard Museum (www.heard.org) is internationally recognized for its collections of American Indian art. Founded in 1929, the museum “collaborates with American Indian artists and tribal communities to provide visitors with a distinctive perspective about the art of Native people, especially those from the Southwest.”

Meanwhile, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West (www.scottsdalemuseumwest.org) celebrates the West and its regional history. Stop by to view exhibits of Western art, Old West

artifacts, and historic Native American objects.

Have you heard of the Miranda Warning? Visit the Phoenix Police Museum (www.phxpdmuseum.org) and view original objects from the case that inspired it, which occurred in Phoenix, as well as other objects from Phoenix’s law enforcement history since 1881. Those more interested in firefighting can head to the Hall of Flame Fire Museum (www/hallofflame.org), which includes almost an acre of fire history exhibits and over 100 fully restored pieces of fire apparatus, dating from 1725-2004.

Meanwhile, music is alive in the desert of North Phoenix at the Musical Instrument Museum (www.mim.org), also called “the MIM,” where more than 8,000 instruments from more than 200 world countries are exhibited at this first-of-its-kind destination.

And, at the Arizona Science Center (www.azscience.org), learn about everything from weather to flight to dinosaurs.

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ARTS Of course, there are plenty of art museums, as well, including Phoenix Art Museum (www.phxart.org). Here, view the museum’s collection of more than 20,000 works of American and Western American, Asian, European, Latin American, modern, and contemporary art and fashion design, as well as special exhibits.

In Scottsdale, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (www.smoca.org)—affectionately known as SMoCA—is dedicated to contemporary art, architecture, and design.

Wander around the Valley and you’ll notice a variety of murals decorating building walls, but if you want to view a selection of monumental outdoor artworks, visit Scottsdale Public Art (www.scottsdalepublicart.org) for a list of works and locations, and map out a route to spend the day exploring them.

As well, head to Scottsdale’s Arts District on Thursday evenings for the ArtWalk, where many galleries stay open late to

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participate. There are also eight special Gold Palette ArtWalks each year, with artist receptions and live music, and other special activities (www.scottsdalegalleries.com).

And, the arts districts of both Scottsdale and Downtown Phoenix also have plenty of galleries to view during business hours (www.rooseveltrow.org).

PERFORMANCES Though many performances are currently virtual, Metro Phoenix has its share of performing arts—Ballet Arizona, the Phoenix Symphony, Arizona Opera, and more. There are numerous venues that host shows, including ASU Gammage, where touring Broadway shows typically grace the stage (temporarily closed).

Currently, live shows can be viewed at venues including Scottsdale Performing Arts (www.scottsdaleperformingarts.com), which spans ballet, piano, orchestra, song, and more.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: WESTERN SPIRIT: SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST, SOLERI BRIDGE AND PLAZA PUBLIC ART, SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

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t’s called Babad Do’ag in O’odham native language and often referred to as part of the Sky Islands, but whatever the name, Mount Lemmon and its surroundings are a paradise of outdoor adventures. In summer, winter, spring, and fall, the mountain hosts hikers, backpackers, skiers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts looking for mountain air and gorgeous vistas.

Towering over the northeast edge of Tucson, Mount Lemmon rises to 9,157 feet—6,500 feet above the city of Tucson. And along an easy hour-long drive up the Catalina Highway/Sky Island Scenic Byway, vegetation transforms from saguaro, palo verde, and cholla, to a forest of oak and juniper trees, piñon and ponderosa pines, and then again to fir and aspen.

Near the very top is Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley, the southernmost ski area in the United States. Skiers and snowboarders flock to the slopes when there’s snow, but the chairlift is a popular attraction no matter the season, says Graham Davies, Ski Valley’s general manager.

“We’re 32 miles from the base, and riding a chairlift is 100 percent different than anything you’ll do in Tucson,” Davies says. “We run it every day we’re open and there’s always people on it ... At the top you can see all of Southern Arizona, from Tucson down to the Santa Ritas.”

For hikers, the mountains offer more than 150 miles of hiking trails of nearly unmatched variety, from Catalina State Park and the Pusch Ridge Wilderness on the western and southern edges to the peaks of Mount Lemmon and Mount Bigelow.

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Tucson resident Kris LaFleur started hiking on Mount Lemmon as a kid and has been going up on his own for more than 20 years, enjoying quicker day hikes and longer camping and backpacking trips. He lists the Box Spring and Aspen trails among his favorites.

And for a longer, more rugged journey, LaFleur prefers the Wilderness of Rock Trail with its picturesque rock formations.

“The short hikes and longer trails make it a great, diverse place to get away,” LaFleur says. “For me, it’s a great recharge. In the middle of June when it’s 105 [degrees], I can get in my car and from my front door be at 8,000 feet within an hour, next to a stream in the mixed pine and oak forest. It’s such a unique thing to have a mountain range like this so close to a desert city.”

Two-wheeled adventurers also have an array of options on Mount Lemmon. World-class cyclists use the elevation increase of Catalina Highway for training, and mountain bike enthusiasts enjoy the rugged trails.

Local Stephen Jordan has done it all, from driving his bike up to ride a quick trail or embarking on the 10-hour, 130-mile roundtrip ride from his house through Redington Pass and up the rough, steep Oracle Control Road on the backside of the mountain.

“I’ve ridden pretty much every trail up there over the last 22 years,” says Jordan, who enjoys both mountain and road cycling.

“You can spend an entire day up there and be completely happy.

It’s a beautiful thing to have.”

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The 27-mile Catalina highway/sky island scenic byway is the only paved road to the town of Summerhaven and the top of Mount Lemmon, climbing more than 6,000 feet in elevation along the way.

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With January comes the excitement of the Fiesta Bowl. At the Ellie & Michael Ziegler Fiesta Bowl Museum, relive the greatest moments in the Bowl’s history as you wander through exhibits that feature memorabilia from games and events. View all 130 team helmets, as well as some of college football’s most prestigious award trophies—the Fiesta Bowl, Heisman, Eddie Robinson, and The National Championship Coaches’ Trophy. Open Monday-Friday. 7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale; 480.350.0900. www.fiestabowl.org

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Opened in February 2020, the USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River honors the brave US forces who were aboard the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. As a nation, we are forever indebted to those who serve and give their lives for our freedom and we are proud to honor them and share their stories in these gardens.

Located just west of Salt River Fields, the Memorial Gardens includes a piece of the original boathouse from the USS Arizona that stood at Pearl Harbor for 10 years prior to building the memorial that stands at Pearl Harbor today. Learn more about the USS Arizona, December 7, 1941 and the impact it had on so many.

The Gardens are open to the public daily, from dawn until dusk.

Proudly located in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

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7455 N Pima Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85258 MemorialGardensAtSaltRiver.com 480.362.2700

ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Bars, Nightclubs & Lounges DIERKS BENTLEY’S WHISKEY ROW—Arizona-born Dierks Bentley doesn’t live here anymore, but the country star chose the Valley for his Whiskey Row saloons. The American gastropubs serve food, drinks and an exhilarating lifestyle experience. Lunch and dinner daily and weekend brunch. Locations include: 4420 N. Saddlebag Trail, 480.945.4200. Scottsdale Map E6; 640 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, 480.794.1477. Tempe Map E5; 323 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.467.8595. www.dierkswhiskey row.com Valley Map V22 DIRTY DOGG SALOON—Bottled beer and loud classic rock. Female bartenders dance on the bar top when not slinging rounds. 10409 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.368.8095. www.dirtydoggsaloon.com Valley Map K19

CARLSON CREEK VINEYARD—This Willcox vineyard and winery opened a tasting room along the ArtWalk route in Old Town Scottsdale. 4142 N. Marshall Way, 480.947.0636. www.carlsoncreek.com Scottsdale Map I3

HARRAH’S AK-CHIN—Slots, keno, table games, occasional live music, and dining options that include Chop, Block & Brew (gourmet hamburgers). 15406 Maricopa Road, Maricopa, 480.802.5000. www.harrahsakchin.com

DESERT ROCK WINERY—The full-production urban winery in North Scottsdale pours a variety of blends and hosts regular live music. 7302 E. Helm Drive, 480.400.9955. www.desertrockin.com Valley Map J18

LONE BUTTE CASINO—Slots, table games, bingo, dining and a concert venue. Open 24 hours. Loop 202 and Kyrene Road, Chandler, 800.946.4452. www.win gilariver.com Valley Map Y18

DUBINA BREWING CO.—The start of this father-andson brewery was inspired by a trip to Prague. Czech heritage shows through in rotating and seasonal brews and in items such as bratwurst, grilled cheese and fried zucchini on the limited menu. 17035 N. 67th Ave., Glendale, 623.412.7770. www.dubinabrewing.com Valley Map I12

TALKING STICK RESORT CASINO—Slots, poker, blackjack, Let It Ride, Casino War, keno; shows and concerts. Open 24 hours. East of Scottsdale in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa community. 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, 480.850.7777. www.talkingstickresort.com Valley Map M19

FATE BREWING COMPANY—Brewing small-batch beers, with local favorites including Fateful IPA. Locations include: 1312 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.656.9100. www.fatebrewing.com Valley Map Q18

FILMBAR—A “microcinema” setting of about 70 seats for foreign, art house, cult, independent and classic films. Beer, wine and espresso drinks available. www.thefilmbarphx.com. 815 N. 2nd St., 602.595.9187.

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FOUR PEAKS BREWING COMPANY—Kilt Lifter ale, Hop Knot IPA, an oatmeal stout and other beers accompany pub grub. 1340 E. 8th St., Tempe, 480.303.9967. www.fourpeaks.com Tempe Map F7

HI-FI KITCHEN & COCKTAILS—Music-centric, retro vibe. Late-night food service and a cocktail menu that features milkshakes with a boozy touch. Indoor/outdoor space encourages power-lounging and lures sports fans with three projector screens and lots of TVs. 4420 N. Saddlebag Trail, 480.970.5000. www.hifibars.com Scottsdale Map E6

HUSS BREWING CO.—This husband-and-wife-operated brewery makes a Blonde ale and a seasonal rice pudding porter, and the taproom features house and fellow-Arizona brews. 1520 W. Mineral Road, Tempe, 480.264.7611.

100 E. Camelback Road, 602.441.4677. www.huss brewing.com Valley Map U17

KELLY’S AT SOUTHBRIDGE—Offering a laid-back atmosphere for lunch, dinner or late night. Find pub standards mixed with modern takes on cuisine, plus plenty of pours. 7117 E. 6th Ave., 408.393.3205. www.kellysatsouthbridge.com Scottsdale Map F4 PATTIE’S FIRST AVENUE LOUNGE—A dive bar where music gets the party-loving crowd going on the patio and at the bars. Inside, the pool tables, shuffleboard and darts make the mood extra mellow. 7220 E. 1st Ave., 480.990.0103. Scottsdale Map J6 SHADY’S—This inconspicuous converted house is a not-so-secret hangout for those in search of stiff drinks and an anything-goes attitude. Retro furnishings, pool table, killer jukebox. 2701 E. Indian School Road, 602.956.8998. Valley Map P16 WASTED GRAIN—Old Town Scottsdale’s only champagne lounge and nightclub. 7295 E. Stetson Drive, 480.970.0500. www.wastedgrain.com Scottsdale Map E5 THE WHITE RABBIT—This speakeasy offers a nod to the past—and includes a secret door (join the VIP list for the password). The locale features handcrafted cocktails and light, sharable plates in a high-end yet nostalgic atmosphere. 207 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.750.0099. www.twr.bar Valley Map V22 YUCCA TAP ROOM—Dive bar where the music is loud and (usually) local. 29 W. Southern Ave., Tempe, 480.967.4777. www.yuccatap.com Valley Map T18

Breweries & Tasting Rooms ARIDUS WINE COMPANY—A Scottsdale tasting room for a Willcox-area (southern Arizona) winemaker. 7173 E. Main St., 520.954.2676. www.ariduswineco.com Scottsdale Map K4

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LDV WINERY—The Rhone varietals of Southeastern Arizona’s Lawrence Dunham Vineyards or LDV (Syrah/ Petite Syrah, Grenache, Viognier) are poured by the taste or glass, and sold by the bottle. 7134 E. Stetson Drive, 480.664.4822. www.ldvwinery.com Scottsdale Map L1 PEDAL HAUS—This popular local brewery has won over 32 medals and awards, including a gold medal at the Great American Beer Festival in 2018 and Best Brewery in the United States at the 2019 Copa Cerveza de Americas.

730 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, 480.314.2337. Valley Map S18; 95 W. Boston St., Chandler, 480.656.1639. www.pedal hausbrewery.com Valley Map X21 PHX BEER CO.—This local beer company uses fresh ingredients to “bring the city to you” with its selection of craft beers. Brewery & Tap Room: 3002 E. Washington St., 602.275.5049. Valley Map R16 Restaurant: 8300 N. Hayden Road, 480.571.8645. www.phxbeerco.com Valley Map M19 SANTAN BREWING + DISTILLERY—Brewery and eatery serving popular brews like MoonJuice Galactic IPA, Devil’s Ale American pale ale and Mr. Pineapple wheat, alongside hearty burgers, sandwiches, tacos and more. 8 San Marcos Place, Chandler, 480.917.8700.

Valley Map X21 1525 E. Bethany Home Road, 602.595.7390. www.santanbrewing.com Valley Map X21

Casinos CASINO ARIZONA—Slots, blackjack, keno, and live entertainment. Open 24 hours. East of Scottsdale in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa community. 524 N. 92nd St., 480.850.7777. www.casinoarizona.com Valley Map Q20 FORT MCDOWELL CASINO—Slots, keno, bingo, blackjack and card room. Open 24 hours. East of Fountain Hills in the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.

10424 N. Fort McDowell Road, Fort McDowell, 800.843.3678. www.fortmcdowellcasino.com Valley Map K24

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WILD HORSE PASS CASINO—Slots, poker and table games. Open 24 hours. Adjacent to Chandler in the Gila River Indian Community. I-10 & Wild Horse Pass Blvd., 800.946.4452. www.wingilariver.com Valley Map Y17

Sports FLIP DUNK SPORTS—Recreation and fitness for both kids and adults in a 19,000-square-foot indoor space. 1515 E. Bethany Home Road, 602.277.0067. www.flipdunksports.com Valley Map N15 GLOW PUTT—An indoors, glow-in-the-dark, 18-hole miniature golf course. The golf balls themselves also glow, and can be recharged at one of the custom-made chargers located throughout the course. The jungle-safari themed course is illuminated with special UV lighting.

9160 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, 480.451.4569. www. glowputtaz.com Valley Map L20 K1 SPEED—Indoor electric kart racing with 20-horsepower electric European karts that get up 45 mph on a curvy competitive track (junior karts go 20 mph).

2425 S. 21st St., 602.275.5278. www.k1speed.com Valley Map S17 MAIN EVENT—Bowling billiards, laser tag, and video games. Locations include: 8545 S. Emerald Drive, Tempe, 480.753.1200. www.mainevent.com Valley Map W18 MAVRIX—Bowling, laser tag, arcade and billiards, as well as a restaurant. 9139 E. Talking Stick Way, 480.291.7500. www.mavrix.com Valley Map N20 TOPGOLF—This interactive golf venue has multiple floors to swing from. Aim microchipped golf balls at colored targets throughout the range. Earn points when playing various games, fit for pros and new players alike. All locations include an expansive indooroutdoor restaurant and bar serving innovative, upscale bar food, with many TVs to catch the game between swings.

Topgolf Scottsdale at Riverwalk, 9500 E. Indian Bend Road, 480.240.2402. Valley Map N20; Topgolf Glendale, 6101 N. 99th Ave., Glendale; 623.218.2243.

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MUSEUMS+ATTRACTIONS Architecture & Homes COSANTI—The foundry and studio of Italian architect Paolo Soleri (1919-2013). Cosanti remains a working windbell foundry, gallery, shop, and educational monument to the architect. 6433 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley, 480.948.6145. www.cosanti.com Valley Map L18 JA N U A RY 2 0 2 1

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MUSEUMS+ATTRACTIONS FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S TALIESIN WEST— Famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s (1867-1959) personal residence for almost 20 years. Set on 600 acres in the foothills of northeast Scottsdale. An on-site gift shop sells an array of Wright-inspired merchandise. 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., 480.860.2700. www.franklloyd wright.org Valley Map J20 ROSSON HOUSE MUSEUM—Tour this 1895 Victorian home of a surgeon who became mayor of Phoenix and view its parquet floors, painstakingly replicated wallpaper patterns, a pressed-tin ceiling, and more. Heritage & Science Park, 113 N. 16th St., 602.262.5070. www.rossonhousemuseum.org Phoenix Map I7

Art Museums ASU ART MUSEUM—As part of the New American University, ASU Art Museum is a site for innovation and discovery. From our exhibitions and programs to our collections and initiatives, the museum is internationally recognized as a leader in contemporary art. Nelson Fine Arts Center, 51 E. 10th St., Tempe, 480.965.2787. https://asuartmuseum.asu.edu Tempe Map F5 HEARD MUSEUM—This respected institution began in 1929 with a private collection of American Indian art, and continues to grow. Curated, themed, static and interactive exhibits feature icons, implements, lore, lifestyles and artistic expression from primitive through contemporary.

2301 N. Central Ave., 602.252.8840. www.heard.org Phoenix Map A4 MESA CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM— Five subterranean galleries feature emerging and internationally recognized visual artists. Mesa Arts Center, Main and Center streets, Mesa, 480.644.6500. www.mesaartscenter.com Valley Map S21 PHOENIX ART MUSEUM—The largest visual arts museum in the Southwest contains a vast collection of art ranging from 19th-century European works to 21st-century contemporary masterpieces. The permanent collection of almost 17,000 works arranged in 12 collections. Closed Mon. 1625 N. Central Ave., 602.257.1880. www.phxart.org Phoenix Map B3 SCOTTSDALE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART (SMOCA)—Modern art, architecture, and design works are showcased in a building redesigned by Arizona-based architect Will Bruder.

7374 E. 2nd St., 480.874.4666. www.smoca.org Scottsdale Map M8 SHEMER ART CENTER & MUSEUM—This historic home for the arts was the first home built in Arcadia in 1919. Today it offers visual art classes, workshops, lectures, exhibits and events for all ages, plus a gift shop and outdoor sculptures. Free, with suggested $7 donation. Closed Sun. and Mon. 5005 E. Camelback Road, 602.262.4727. www.shemerartcenter.org Valley Map O17

City Sights HERITAGE SQUARE—This city block is home to restored buildings dating back to the late 1800s, and is the only remaining group of residential structures from the original townsite of Phoenix. Some interiors—like those of the 10-room, 2,800-square-foot Rosson House— have been restored to their original residential luster, and can be toured. Others have been turned into museums or shops, such as Nobuo at Teeter House.

Heritage & Science Park, 600 Washington St., 602.262.5071. www.heritagesquarephx.org Phoenix Map I7

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GALLERIES+ANTIQUES MCCORMICK-STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK— Dozens of historic railroad cars, a steam- powered engine, and extremely detailed model railroad exhibits reveal Arizona’s train-tracked roots. Take a small-scale train ride through the park, play on the playgrounds, or ride the carousel. 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, 480.312.2312. www.therailroadpark.com Valley Map M18

HALL OF FLAME FIRE MUSEUM—Nearly 100 restored fire-fighting vehicles and apparatuses, plus a sizable collection of badges, helmets, patches and other equipment in four large galleries. The National Firefighting Hall of Heroes contains archives, citations, photographs, and a 9/11 World Trade Center tribute. Open daily, with guided tours and special programs. 6101 E. Van Buren St., 602.275.3473. https://hallofflame.org Valley Map Q18

WILDLIFE WORLD ZOO, AQUARIUM & SAFARI PARK—Explore a 95-acre Wildlife Park with Arizona’s largest collection of exotic animals. Find over 600 species on exhibit with 80 aquarium exhibits, Dragon World reptiles, the Safari Park, a petting zoo, a baby animal nursery, and 10 rides, including a family coaster, zip line, and skyride. Also on view: A rare, endangered white rhinoceros. 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park, 623.935.9453. www.wildlifeworld.com Valley Map L7

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM (MIM)— A repository of music-making devices from around the globe, where antique and futuristic instruments from countries familiar and foreign are presented country-by-country in detailed vignettes. 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., 480.478.6000. www.mim.org Valley Map H17

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DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN— The Garden’s 140 acres showcases the Sonoran Desert and more than 50,000 plants. Papago Park, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., 480.941.1225. www.dbg.org Valley Map Q18 JAPANESE FRIENDSHIP GARDEN—A stroll around the koi pond in this three-acre park in downtown Phoenix could help one achieve zen. The manicured grounds include a tea house, and were a gift from Phoenix’s Japanese sister city, Himeji. Ticketed public tea ceremony second Sat. of each month; self-guided tours with recycled map during all open hours. Closed Mon. 125 N. 3rd Ave., 602.256.3204. www.japanesefriendshipgarden.org Phoenix Map C1 QUEEN CREEK OLIVE MILL—This 30-acre olive grove produces extra-virgin and specialty olive oils favored by many resort kitchens and retailed by specialty grocers. Tours daily. Food and products available on-site. 25062 S. Meridian Road, Queen Creek, 480.888.9290. www.queencreekolivemill.com South of Valley Map Z27 SCHNEPF FARMS—These 600 acres, currently worked by the fourth and fifth generation of the Schnepf family, welcome visitors to a petting corral, you-pick garden and orchards, a bakery, country store and restaurant. Days/ hours of public attractions vary, so call before making the drive. 24810 S. Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek, 480.987.3100. www.schnepffarms.com South of Valley Map Z27 THE FARM AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN—A working pecan grove and organic herb/produce farm, two daytime cafés, a dinner venue, a gift shop and a healing arts center. Various events, from art classes and markets. 6106 S. 32nd St., 602.276.6360. www.thefarmatsouthmountain.com Valley Map T16

Museums ARIZONA CAPITOL MUSEUM—Government museum tracing Arizona to its territorial days. Free admission; closed Sun. 1700 W. Washington St., 602.926.3620. www.azlibrary.gov/museum Valley Map R14 ARIZONA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY— The history of Arizona and the world is relayed through such activities as gold-panning, viewing old caves and the Peralta Stone maps, touching Indian petroglyphs, walking through the first Spanish mission in Arizona, and witnessing flash floods several times daily. The prehistoric wing and Dinosaur Mountain are amazing blasts from the far, far past. Closed Mon. 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa, 480.644.2230. www.azmnh.org Valley Map S23 ARIZONA RAILWAY MUSEUM—A volunteer-run collection of train cars and assorted railway equipment and mementoes from throughout Arizona and the Southwest. Open Sat.-Sun. only. 330 E. Ryan Road, Chandler, 480.821.1108. www.azrymuseum.org Valley Map Y21 ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER—Hands-on exhibits illustrating scientific principles; awesome weather theater and planetarium. Heritage & Science Park, 600 E. Washington St., 602.716.2000. www.azscience.org Phoenix Map J7

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PHOENIX POLICE MUSEUM—A police car from 1919, police uniforms to try on, plus assorted law enforcement memorabilia from the 1880s to the present day. A contemporary acquisition of note: a 300-pound crossmember from one of the World Trade Center towers felled in 9/11. Open Mon.-Fri.. Historic City Hall, 17 S. 2nd Ave., 602.534.7278. www.phxpdmuseum.org Phoenix Map K2 PUEBLO GRANDE MUSEUM & ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK—This prehistoric Hohokam village site is a National Historic Landmark that includes a platform mound ruin, ball court and irrigation canals. Exhibits depict the life of the Hohokam and archaeology. Museum store, workshops and tours available. 4619 E. Washington St., 602.495.0900. www.pueblogrande.org Valley Map Q17 WESTERN SPIRIT: SCOTTSDALE’S MUSEUM OF THE WEST—This Smithsonian Affiliate museum and 2017 “Best Western Museum” in the nation (True West magazine) features regularly changing exhibits of Western art, Old West artifacts and historic Native American objects, on loan from some of the world’s foremost collectors and institutions. 3830 N. Marshall Way, 480.686.9539. www.scottsdalemuseumwest.org Scottsdale Map K3

Zoos & Aquariums BUTTERFLY WONDERLAND—Largest butterfly pavilion in North America. Features things-with-wings gallery within a tropical rainforest setting, a 3-D theater and a reptile room. 9500 E. Via de Ventura, 480.800.3000. www.butterflywonderland.com Valley Map M19 ODYSEA AQUARIUM—The largest aquarium in the Southwest, spanning 200,000 square feet. It combines theme park-style amusement with engaging presentations and includes the OdySea Voyager, touch pools, SeaTREK underwater ocean walking, a theater, and more. View fish, otters, penguins, stingrays, sharks and more. 9500 E. Via de Ventura, 480.291.8000. www.odyseaaquarium.com Valley Map L20 OUT OF AFRICA—Natural, spacious habitats roamed by giraffes, zebras, lions, tigers, hyenas, panthers and more are visited and observed up-close with a guide; shows like Tiger Splash and Predator Feed provide further insight. From Phoenix: Interstate 17 north, exit 287 (Highway 260), Camp Verde; approximately 75 minutes. 928.567.2840. www.outofafricapark.com Arizona Map M8 PHOENIX ZOO—Home to some 1,300 animals, including 200 endangered or threatened birds, mammals and reptiles. Papago Park, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, 602.273.1341. www. phoenixzoo.org Valley Map Q18 SEA LIFE ARIZONA AQUARIUM—Lots of cool vantage points on more than 5,000 sea creatures with shark feedings and touch pools, the Bay of Rays, and the largest collection of jellyfish in Arizona. Arizona Mills, 5000 S Arizona Mills Circle, Tempe, 480.478.7600. www.visitsealife.com Tempe Map K2

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Downtown Scottsdale ALTAMIRA FINE ART—Specializing in the exhibition and sale of Western contemporary artwork. Artist receptions held several times a month. 7038 E. Main St., 480.949.1256. www.altamiraart.com Scottsdale Map K3 AMERICAN FINE ART, INC.—Works by such legendary American painters as Norman Rockwell, Andy Warhol, Andrew Wyeth and LeRoy Neiman share the gallery’s 12,000 square feet with sculptures in glass by Jean-Claude Novaro and Lord Crosbie and in bronze by Erté. Also of note: paintings and prints by Alexander Calder, who was known more for his mobiles and fashion sketches

by Frederick Mellinger. 3908 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.990.1200. www.warhol.me Scottsdale Map K5 ANDRE KOHN FINE ART GALLERY—Contemporary expressionist work by international painters and sculptors, including Andre Kohn, Svetlana Shalygina, Cody Hooper and Nelson Grice. 7034 E. Main St., 480.970.4300. www.andrekohnfineart.com Scottsdale Map K3 ANTICUS—Find a variety of unique cultural and artistic items for your home, from exceptional art to books to jewelry. 3922 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.483.5663. www.anticus.com ART ONE—It’s an opportunity and an honor to show here. Since 1993, emerging artists have been plucked from area schools and obscurity and given a chance.

Featured media include ceramics, furniture, neon, paintings, photography and sculpture. Subject matter and methods can be pretty experimental. 4130 N. Marshall Way, 480.946.5076. www.artonegallery inc.com Scottsdale Map J4 BONNER DAVID GALLERIES—Traditional and contemporary works showing in harmony. 7040 E. Main St., Scottsdale, 480.941.8500. www.bonnerdavid.com Scottsdale Map J3 FAUST GALLERY—Antique and contemporary American Indian work, Navajo weavings, Pueblo pottery and basketry, tribal art and jewelry. 7100 E. Main St., 480.200.4290. www.faustgallery.com Scottsdale Map K5 GEBERT CONTEMPORARY—Contemporary works in a split-level space conducive to spirited receptions with artwork such as abstract paintings and sculptures.

7160 E. Main St., 480.429.0711. www.gebertartaz.com Scottsdale Map K5 KING GALLERIES OF SCOTTSDALE—American Indian art, including pottery, paintings and fetishes.

Work by Virgil Ortiz is of particular interest; the pedigreed potter incorporates contemporary fashion and tattoo motifs into his vessels and figures. 7077 E. Main St., 480.481.0187. www.kinggalleries.com Scottsdale Map K5 LARSEN GALLERY—Large fine art gallery known for its represented artists and its consigned art for sale on the secondary market. 3705 N. Bishop Lane, 480.941.0900. www.larsengallery.com Scottsdale Map M5 JA N U A RY 2 0 2 1

GALLERIES+ANTIQUES PEJMAN GALLERY—Investment-quality oil paintings and archival framing. 7130 E. Main St., 480.970.1505. www.pejmangallery.com Scottsdale Map J3 R.C. GORMAN NAVAJO GALLERY—Oil pastels, lithographs, bronzes and paper castings by Chinle, Arizona-born R.C. Gorman (1931-2005). 7116 E. Main St., 480.478.4163. www.rcgormannavajogallery.com Scottsdale Map J4 ROYSE CONTEMPORARY—The gallery presents monthly rotating exhibitions in addition to representing a small roster of artists. Closed Wed. and Sun. 7077 E. Main St., 602.810.3449. www.roysecontemporary.com Scottsdale Map K3 THE LEGACY GALLERY—Representational art, with an emphasis on oil painting and bronze sculpture. A blend of contemporary artists and legendary masters.

7178 E. Main St., 480.945.1113. www.legacygallery.com Scottsdale Map K5 THE SIGNATURE GALLERY—Vistas of the American West by painter and Arizona State University graduate Charles H. Pabst, painter/daughter Cara Pabst Moran and a coterie of bronze sculptors. 7177 E. Main St., 480.949.7003. www.thesignaturegallery.com Scottsdale Map K4 WILDE MEYER GALLERY— Wilde Meyer Galleries in Scottsdale and Tucson have changing exhibits of original contemporary fine art with subjects including abstracts, landscapes, figurative and contemporary Western. The variety of media includes paintings, bronzes, sculptures, glass and more. 4142 N. Marshall Way, 480.945.2323. www.wildemeyer.com Scottsdale Map I4

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XANADU GALLERY—Find a variety of artwork including luminous blown-glass fixtures and totems, figurative sculpture for indoors and out, moody landscape paintings and colorful collage works of Dave Newman.

7039 E. Main St., 480.368.9929. www.xanadugallery. com Scottsdale Map K5

MODIFIED ARTS—Art gallery and music hall with revolving exhibitions of art, sculpture and photography.

Limited hours; call first. 407 E. Roosevelt St., 408.258.365. www.modifiedarts.org Phoenix Map C6

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ROOSEVELT ROW—Mixed-use, independent, culture- and arts-dominated neighborhood. Participants located on or in the vicinity of Roosevelt Street, 15th Street to Seventh Avenue. www.rooseveltrow.org Phoenix Map C8

BRASS ARMADILLO—Antique mall with hundreds of vendors at each location. 12419 N. 28th Drive, 602.942.0030. Valley Map K13; 13277 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear, 623.889.0290. www.brassarmadillo. com Valley Map Q8

THE ICEHOUSE—This venue’s former life as a 1920s warehouse allows for a wide array of events, including contemporary visual and performing artists and the occasional kickboxing match. Hours vary. 429 W. Jackson, 602.257.8929. www.theicehouseaz.com Phoenix Map N6

BENTLEY GALLERY AT BENTLEY PROJECTS— An example of urban rebirth in Phoenix’s industrial district: This current occupant of a former linen laundry built in 1918 capitalizes on soaring ceilings and minimal walls to give monumental works room to breathe.

215 E. Grant St., 480.946.6060. www.bentleygallery.com Valley Map M14

THE MONORCHID—A mixed-use home to creative businesses, with a pair of common areas that function as public galleries of works. 214 E. Roosevelt St., 602.253.0339. www.monorchid.com Phoenix Map C6

EYE LOUNGE—Artist-run contemporary collective. Limited hours; call first. 419 E. Roosevelt St., 602.430.1490. www.eyelounge.com Phoenix Map C6 LISA SETTE GALLERY—A tightly curated contemporary gallery where challenges to tradition are encouraged, and uncommon media and installations are indulged. 210 E. Catalina Drive, 480.990.7342. www.lisasettegallery.com Valley Map P15

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Carefree, Cave Creek & Fountain Hills RARE EARTH GALLERY—Artwork made from natural rocks and gemstones, fossils, hand-blown glass wall art, custom inlay work, and a selection of jewelry.

6401 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, 480.575.4360. www.rareearthgallerycc.com Valley Map A18 TOUCHSTONE GALLERY—Prehistoric fossils, rare minerals, gemstone jewelry, home décor and small gifts.

Sinagua Plaza, 320 N. SR 89A, Sedona, 928.204.4405. www.touchstonegalleries.com Arizona Map K8

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SHOPPING WILD HOLLY GALLERY—An eclectic range of art across all mediums and styles, including water features, paintings sculptures, pottery, jewelry, garden art and home décor. 22 Easy St., Carefree, 480.595.8757. www.wildhollygallery.com Valley Map B18

SHOPPING Apparel 42 SAINT—A boutique for rock ’n’ rollers, with extensive collections of denim, leather, rugged jackets, cool shades and silver. www.42saint.com Valley Map H18 AT-EASE FINE MENS CLOTHES—Locally-owned store offering fine and resort-casual clothing by prominent designers, along with top-notch customer service.

On-site tailoring, too. The Shops at Gainey Village, 8787 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.947.3800 www.mens clothingaz.com BAGS & RAGS—Located in the heart of Carefree’s shopping district, offering stylish, comfortable, easycare clothing for women of all ages in addition to a large selection of handbags. Complement your outfit with jewelry by a local artist. 16 Easy St., Carefree, 480.575.3114. www.bagsandragsaz.com Valley Map B18 BUNKY BOUTIQUE—Easy-to-wear apparel by local designers and handpicked national names.

1437 N. 1st St., 602.252.1323. www.bunkyboutique.com Phoenix Map C4

CARINE—Uncommon women’s clothing, casual to special occasion, with attentive service and custom touches by the master-tailor proprietress. The Shops at Gainey Village, 480.483.3888; 7227 E. 1st Ave., 480.686.8533; 7081 E. 5th Ave., 480.949.0800. www.shopcarine.com Scottsdale Map G4

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SHOPPING HEIDI BOUTIQUE—Up-and-coming and Arizonaexclusive designer fashions. DC Ranch Crossing, 18291 N. Pima Road, 480.663.7777. www.facebook.com/ scottsdaleheidiboutique Valley Map G19 KISS ME KATE—Women’s fashion boutique offering a variety of labels for all occasions. Jewelry, handbags, belts and scarves too, and many one-of-a-kind items.

Camelback Village, 5039 N. 44th St., 602.840.6173. www.kissmekateaz.com Valley Map O17 LACOSTE—Nostalgic and modern sportswear, hats, sunglasses and fragrances. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.990.0849. www.lacoste.com LOOP JEAN COMPANY—A premium denim store for men and women. Shoes, jewelry and accessories too. The Shops at Gainey Village, 480.621.8400. www.loopjeancompany.com Valley Map L19 LOUIS VUITTON—LV-monogrammed bags, shoes and clothing. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.946.1700. www.louisvuitton.com MAE & MARIE—Sweet and savvy fashions for moms and daughters. Biltmore Plaza Shopping Center, 602.957.2917. www.maeandmarieshop.com NINA MCLEMORE—Day, evening and leisure clothing, with a strong focus on travel, for women. Nina McLemore designs four collections per year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The Shops at Gainey Village, 480.607.7700. www.ninamclemore.com Valley Map M18 RITZY RAGS & SHOES—Colorful clothing and accessories with a dash of glitz and comfort shoe collections. The Shops at Gainey Village, 480.596.0533. www.ritzyragsandshoes.com SUITSUPPLY—Clean-cut and style-minded suits, trousers, jackets, shirts, shoes and accessories, and an in-store tailor. Scottsdale Quarter, 602.536.7586. www.suitsupply.com THE CLOTHERIE—Elegant, tailored looks by major gentlemen’s designers for men of all ages.

Modern, trimmer fits, too. Also, an in-house tailor.

Biltmore Fashion Park, 602.956.8600. www.theclotherie.com TORY BURCH—Graceful apparel and accessories for lifestyles that may or may not involve high tea, high-level decision-making, sailboat racing, polo playing and romantic picnicking. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.946.1873. www.toryburch.com URBAN OUTFITTERS—A cavern of cool at any address, “Urban” caters to rowdy college tastes with edgy clothing, inexpensive accessories and “statement” furnishings for dormitories and apartments. www.urbanoutfitters.com. Scottsdale Waterfront, 480.947.3252; Scottsdale Quarter, 480.315.9791; 545 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, 480.966.7250. Tempe Map E5; CityScape, 11 W. Washington St., 602.258.0148.

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Art Supplies QUAIL RUN NEEDLEWORK—Premier needlework shop known for its creative designs and extensive supplies, plus classes and trunk shows. 7704 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, 480.551.1423. www.quailrunneedlework.com Valley Map K18 SCOTTSDALE BEAD SUPPLY—Beading and jewelry components, from utilitarian hardware to exotic silver, glass, wood and stone beads. 10636 N. 71st Way, 480.945.5988. www.scottsdalebead.com Scottsdale Map N4

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ARIZONA MILLS—Value-focused indoor shopping center with outlets. 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Tempe, 480.491.9700. www.arizonamills.com Tempe Map K2

KACTUS JOCK—This is Arizona souvenir central, with straightforward and funny T-shirts, moccasins, canvas bags and other keepsakes, plus savory and spicy-sweet Goldwater-brand salsas. 7233 E. Main St., 480.945.6691; 7121 E. 5th Ave., 480.946.7566. www.kactusjock.com Scottsdale Map K6

HIGH SOCIETY RESALE BOUTIQUE—Gently used women’s apparel, shoes, jewelry and handbags, including designer brands. 10805 N. 71st Way, 480.951.2506. www.highsocietyresale.com Valley Map L19 NORDSTROM RACK—Clothing, shoes and housewares at a price point between first-run Nordstrom and closeout Last Chance. Locations include The Promenade, 16245 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.624.2200. Valley Map I19; Chandler Festival, 2620 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, 480.722.2000. Valley Map X20; Town & Country, 2073 E. Camelback Road, 602.345.6880. www.nordstrom rack.com Valley Map O16 OUTLETS AT ANTHEM—Outdoor shopping among 60 name-brand outlet stores, including Michael Kors.

4250 W. Anthem Way, 623.465.9500. www.outlets anthem.com Arizona Map O7 OVER THE TOP CONSIGNMENT SHOPPE— Collectible designer jewelry and home décor on the secondary market; inventory has been known to include David Yurman and Tiffany & Co. jewelry, Lladró and Swarovski crystal. 7072 E. Fifth Ave., 480.947.2782. www.overthetopconsignment.com Scottsdale Map G3 PHOENIX PREMIUM OUTLETS—This outlet center is stocked with such brands as Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Coach, Kate Spade and Nike. 4976 Premium Outlet Way, Chandler, 480.639.1766. www.premiumoutlets.com Valley Map Y17 TO BE CONTINUED—Women’s clothing and accessories from luxury makers (Escada, Chanel, Fendi, Louboutin) in such discounted strata as new-with-tags, pre-owned and vintage. Hilton Village, 480.699.2700. www.tbcconsignment.com

Collectibles GILBERT ORTEGA—American Indian art, jewelry, baskets, pottery, home furnishings, rugs, kachinas, and collectibles. 3925 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.990.1808. www.facebook.com/gilbertortegagallery Scottsdale Map K6

Furnishings & Accessories BUFFALO COLLECTION—Handcrafted buffaloleather furniture with such distinctions as braided piping, contrasting applique and a variety of woods sourced in the American West. 7044 E. 5th Ave., 480.946.3903. www.buffalocollection.com Scottsdale Map F3 DAVID E. ADLER, INC.—A comprehensive inventory of high-quality, hand-selected antique and decorative rugs from around the globe. 7000 E. Indian School Road, 480.513.3200. www.davideadler.com Scottsdale Map I6 SOUND ART—SoundArt combines art and sound by concealing its speakers behind any type of art. Powered by its Onsia speakers, choose from their art or create your own personalized pieces. 7240 E. Main St., 480.534.4362. www.onsia.com Scottsdale Map D4 WEST ELM—Head to the Arizona outpost of this Brooklyn-based company to find breezy, beachy, adaptable and affordable home furnishings. Scottsdale Quarter, 480.948.1950. Uptown Plaza, 602.279.0716. www.westelm.com

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URBANA—A home and gift store offering unique home goods, décor, party supplies, barware, and more.

5027 N. 44th St., 602.957.5066. www.urbanashop.com Valley Map 017

Jewelry E.D. MARSHALL JEWELERS—Large selection of GIA-certified diamonds, gems, engagement rings and fine jewelry. Buy from the showcase or design custom.

Also, jewelry repair and gemstone and jewelry purchasing services. 10261 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.922.1968. www.edmarshalljewelers.com Valley Map K18 ELITE JEWELRY & LOAN—Large selection of fine jewelry at wholesale prices, as well as custom jewelry creation services, in a unique location where customers can also buy, sell, loan or trade items of value.

805 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe, 480.699.6639. www.elitejewelryandloan.com Valley Map R18 FOUR PEAKS MINING COMPANY—Located in the Arizona Boardwalk entertainment complex, this unique destination is both a retail store and a fun experience.

Find a variety of minerals, gemstones and jewelry. The store’s signature gemstone, the Arizona Amethyst, is mined on the Western slopes of the Four Peaks of the Mazatzal Mountain Range in Arizona. In addition to a retail store, explore the replicated mine shaft and view a variety of minerals on display in a mine setting.

Arizona Boardwalk, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, 480.434.6074. www.fourpeaksminingco.com Valley Map L20 LONDON GOLD FINE JEWELERS—Direct diamond importers and jewelry designers. Locations include: 10441 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.367.1717. Valley Map K19; 3100 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, 480.705.4191. www.londongold.com Valley Map X19 NIGHTRIDER JEWELRY—Handmade biker rings, pendants, buckles and other jewelry. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.719.7219. www.nightriderjewelry.com Scottsdale Map D5 PANDORA—Ever-expanding jewelry collection intended for personal customizing, piece-by-piece. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.421.0215; Scottsdale Quarter, 480.991.1199; SanTan Village, 480.857.2000; Chandler Fashion Center, 480.821.7366. www.pandora.net ROBERT C. WESLEY JEWELER—Fine jewelry and watches; Rolex is a featured brand. 7088 E. 5th Ave., 480.947.2416. www.robertwesleyjewelers.com Scottsdale Map G4 SAMI FINE JEWELRY & UNIQUE GIFTS—Voted one of America’s Top 5 Cool Jewelry Stores, this locale specializes in custom designs, including those that use amethysts mined high in the Four Peaks, which are visible from the store. 16704 Ave. of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, 480.712.3648. www.samifinejewelry.com Valley Map K23 THE ESTATE WATCH & JEWELRY COMPANY— Appraiser and reseller of pre-owned jewelry, timepieces and loose diamonds. 7121 E. 5th Ave., 480.946.9940. www.watchlink.com Scottsdale Map G4 JA N U A RY 2 0 2 1

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SHOPPING Shoes, Boots & Hats DSW—Superstore of in-style shoes at affordable prices. Locations include: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 480.513.9348; San Tan Village, 480.722.1870; Chandler Village Center, 3411 W. Frye Road, 480.812.4533.

Valley Map Y19; Scottsdale Fiesta, 10220-B N. 90th St., 480.767.2096.Valley Map L20; Arrowhead Crossing, 7555 W. Bell Road, 623.776.1445. www.dsw.com Valley Map I11 ECCO—Walking shoes from Denmark. Kierland Commons, 480.443.0558. www.ecco.com MEPHISTO SCOTTSDALE—Famously comfortable walking shoes for men and women. Village at Shea, 7342 E. Shea Blvd., 480.443.1689. www.mephisto scottsdale.com Valley Map L19 SUBURBAN SOLE—Fashion footwear that’s easy on the toes and heels (and eyes); handbags and accessories too. 16815 E. Shea Blvd., Fountain Hills, 480.836.2100.

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Shopping Centers BILTMORE FASHION PARK—Outdoor shopping center of luxury boutiques, anchored by Saks Fifth Avenue, and restaurants ranging from fast food to fine French fare. 2502 E. Camelback Road, 602.955.8400. www.shopbiltmore.com Valley Map O15 CHANDLER FASHION CENTER—Bi-level enclosedmall with open-air village. 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, 480.812.8488. www.shopchandlerfashioncenter.com Valley Map Y19 CITYSCAPE PHOENIX—Shops, restaurants, a bowling center and a comedy club in a high-rise development in downtown Phoenix. 1 E. Washington St., 480.947.7772. www.cityscapephoenix.com Phoenix Map I3 DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE—This sprawling outdoor shopping center destination features a variety of retail, restaurants, a splash pad, Barnes & Noble, Dave & Buster’s, children’s play area, stage, and other entertainment options. 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., 480.513.7586. www.shopdesertridge.com Valley Map G17 HIGH STREET—Select shops, services, entertainment venues and date-night restaurants at the base of an upscale residential development. 5415 E. High St., Phoenix, 480.319.8700. www.highstreetaz.com Valley Map H18 KIERLAND COMMONS—A walkable outdoor shopping center, with boutiques and bistros on the Main Street level and residential lofts upstairs. 15205 N. Kierland Blvd., 480.386.6020. www.kierlandcommons.com Valley Map I18 SANTAN VILLAGE—Outdoor-access national brands.

2218 E. Williams Field Road, Gilbert, 480.282.9500. www.shopsantanvillage.com Valley Map X24 SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE—Largest indoor shopping center in the Southwest, anchored

by Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. A Tesla car showroom, Microsoft store, multiple restaurants and more. 7014 E. Camelback Road, 480.568.5568. www.fashionsquare.com Scottsdale Map D5 SCOTTSDALE QUARTER—This open-air shopping center features a variety of Arizona exclusive stores, as well as other retail shops, and a number of restaurants ranging from casual to elegant. 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.270.8123. www.scottsdalequarter.com Valley Map I18

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DINING SCOTTSDALE WATERFRONT—A variety of shops and dining establishments along the canal in Downtown Scottsdale. Southwest corner of Camelback & Scottsdale roads, 480.247.8071. www.scottsdalewaterfront shopping.com Scottsdale Map D5 TEMPE MARKETPLACE—Explore more than 100 shops and restaurants at this sprawling outdoor shopping destination. 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, 480.966.9338. www.tempemarketplace.com Tempe Map D8 THE SHOPS AT GAINEY VILLAGE—Outdoor-access boutiques in a linear arrangement. 8787 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.398.2222. www.theshopsgaineyvillage.com Valley Map M18 THE SHOPS AT HILTON VILLAGE—Linear center of boutiques and cafes. 6045 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.624.5537. www.hiltonvillage.com Valley Map N18 THE SHOPS AT SOUTHBRIDGE—Individual-concept boutiques and salons at street level and one floor up.

Stetson Drive north of Fifth Avenue and west of Scottsdale Road. Scottsdale Map E5 WESTGATE ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT—Outdoor mall featuring restaurants, bars, fast-food cafes and brand-name stores, as well as a splash pad. 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale, 623.266.6607. www.westgateaz.com Valley Map M11

Specialty Food/Drink LE MACARON FRENCH PASTRIES—Delicate sandwich cookies in a spectrum of colors and flavors, including lemon cream and lavender white chocolate. Scottsdale Quarter, 480.948.1099. www.lemacaron-us.com QUEEN CREEK OLIVE MILL—This 30-acre olive grove in the Gila River floodplain south of Phoenix produces extra-virgin and specialty olive oils favored by many resort kitchens and retailed by specialty grocers.

Half-hour, limited-capacity tours for a nominal charge; reservations recommended. On-site shop. Kierland Commons retail store, 7122 E. Greenway Pkwy., 480.361.9860; 25062 S. Meridian Road, Queen Creek, 480.888.9290. www.queencreekolivemill.com South of Valley Map Z27 SPHINX DATE CO. PALM & PANTRY— Independent market of Arizona-harvested dates and nuts, Arizona-made wines and beers, and Arizona-blended salsas, sauces and oils. 3039 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.941.2261. www.sphinx dateranch.com Valley Map P18

DINING Scottsdale: Downtown AZ/88—American. This upscale city tavern isn’t visible from any street, but art-world cognoscenti and martini connoisseurs have a way of finding it. Inside a glass box on the perimeter of Scottsdale’s Civic Center, nicely appointed burgers, salads and sandwiches are dished.

7353 Scottsdale Mall, 480.994.5576. www.az88.com Scottsdale Map K7 CARLSBAD TAVERN—New Mexican. New Mexican cuisine is served in a unique, secret cave-like atmosphere at this restaurant. Choose from menu items including soulwarming tortilla soup, icy margaritas, rich chili rellenos and the crave-worthy Carl’s chicken sandwich. The patio sits along a moat. 3313 N. Hayden Road, 480.970.8164. www.carlsbadtavern.com Valley Map O19

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FARM & CRAFT—Health Food. Offering healthy and sustainable food in a community-style atmosphere for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Menu options include gluten-free and vegetarian, and items are organic. Indoor and outdoor seating. Head to the bar and enjoy organic spirits, local beers and wines on tap and cold pressed cocktails and kombucha drinks. 4302 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.568.8980. www.ilovefarmandcraft.com Scottsdale Map F5 LO-LO’S CHICKEN & WAFFLES—Soul Food.

Jam out to an eclectic soundtrack as you chow down on hot waffles, fried chicken, grits, rice and beans, and quench your thirst with some Kool-Aid. 3133 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.945.1920. Valley Map P18; 1220 S. Central Ave., 602.340.1304. Valley Map R15; 366 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.207.6173. www.loloschickenandwaffles.com Valley Map U22 MARCELLINO RISTORANTE—Italian. This husbandand-wife operation features hand-made, fresh pastas, Mediterranean seafood and authentic Italian recipes.

The Shops at SouthBridge, 7114 E. Stetson Drive, 480.990.9500. www.marcellinoristorante.com Scottsdale Map F4 OLD TOWN TORTILLA FACTORY—Southwestern.

Trees with lights and a fountain with a fire feature on the patio make for a relaxing place to dine on a progression of poblano dip, tortilla soup, soft tacos and Southwesternspiced surf and turf. Hundreds of tortillas are made one-by-one on a grill inside the 75-year-old adobe hacienda every night, and a former carriage house serves as the cantina. Dinner only. 6910 E. Main St., 480.945.4567. www.oldtowntortillafactory.com Scottsdale Map L2 OREGANO’S PIZZA BISTRO—Pizza. Thin crust or Chicago-stuffed-style pizzas, traditionally topped or uniquely accessorized. If everyone else wants pizza, but you’re feeling something else, this local chain also has sandwiches, salads, wings, past, and sides like brussels sprouts and Mom’s Mac n’ Cheese. Locations include: 3102 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.970.1860. Valley Map P18; 523 W. University Dr., Tempe, 480.858.0501.1475 E. Elliot Road, Tempe, 480.966.0401. Valley Map R18; 328 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.882.9336. Valley Map V22; 4602 E. Cactus Road, 602.482.0054. 1008 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 480.966.0401 www.oreganos.com Valley Map K17 RUSTY SPUR SALOON—Western. Swinging doors lead the way to tacos, burgers, chili-cheese fries and cowboy lies. Live music afternoons and evenings, usually of the country variety. 7245 E. Main St., 480.425.7787. www.rustyspursaloon.com Scottsdale Map J6 RNR—American. Hamburgers, sandwiches, tacos and evening entrées served in an industrial loft atmosphere, and one of the only public, second-story patios serving cocktails while overlooking Scottsdale Road. Party brunch on the weekends. 3737 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.945.3353. www.rnrscottsdale.com Scottsdale Map L5 THE SALT CELLAR RESTAURANT—Seafood.

A shot of rare-batch tequila with a goblet of giant shrimp is one way to get things started. Follow by feasting on various fish or crustaceans—sautéed, blackened, broiled, stuffed, fried or baked—or just loiter in the lounge until reverse happy “hour kicks in and staffers from other restaurants trickle in (an industry testimonial!). Underground dining room hosted by a convivial husband-wife team. 550 N. Hayden Road, 480.947.1963. www.saltcellarrestaurant.com Valley Map Q19 TOCA MADERA—Mexican. Modern organic Mexican concept, including vegan options, featuring shared plates and specialty cocktails. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.930.4357. www.tocamadera.com Valley Map O19

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Scottsdale: Beyond Downtown EL CHORRO—American. Paradise Valley’s historic El Chorro offers an authentic Arizona dining experience with stunning views of the Valley’s most prominent landmark, Camelback Mountain. Generations of Valley residents and visitors alike frequent El Chorro to savor seasonal cuisine featuring sustainable, locally grown, all-natural ingredients.

5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, 480.948.5170. www.elchorro.com Valley Map N17 FAT OX—Modern Italian. A chef-driven restaurant with modern takes on regional Italian classics. The pasta is made in-house daily. 6316 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.307.6900. www.ilovefatox.com Valley Map N18 FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR— Steak. At this upscale chain of steakhouses, find USDA prime beef (available both wet- and dry-aged), plus chicken, fish, pork and other entrées and an extensive list of boutique wines. Locations include: 20753 N. Pima Road, 480.538.8000. Valley Map G19; 6333 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.596.8265. Valley Map M18; 905 N. 54th St., Chandler, 480.940.1900. www.flemings steakhouse.com Valley Map W18 GRASSROOTS KITCHEN & TAP—American.

This family-owned lunch-and-dinner restaurant serves Southern-influenced American cuisine made from scratch. 8120 N. Hayden Road, 480.699.0699. www.grassrootsaz.com Valley Map M19 J&G STEAKHOUSE—Steak. Global steakhouse by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, which underwent a renovation in late 2018. Awardwinning meats and a global selection of seafood.

The Phoenician, 6000 E. Camelback Road, 480.214.8000. www.jgsteakhousescottsdale.com Valley Map O18 LON’S AT THE HERMOSA INN—American.

This popular establishment located in a charming inn uses fresh ingredients to prepare globally inspired Arizona cuisine through traditional cooking styles—roasting, smoking and wood-grilling. The Hermosa Inn, 5532 N. Palo Cristi Road, 602.955.7878. www.hermosainn.com Valley Map O16 NEW YORK BAGELS & BIALYS—Deli. Extensive menu of deli standards, plus sandwiches, burgers and cocktails; breakfast available all day. Locations include: 10320 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.483.6922. www.nybagelsnbialys.com Valley Map L18 ROKA AKOR—Asian/Fusion. A modern, contemporary location serving steak, seafood, and sushi. Cocktails are concocted from the distilled Japanese spirit shochu and hunks of crystal-clear ice. Open for dinner only. 7299 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.306.8800. www.rokaakor.com Valley Map M18 TAPHOUSE KITCHEN—American. Seasonal menu offerings and mainstays such as the TapHouse sliders with Angus beef and shrimp mac ‘n cheese. Locations include: The Shops at Hilton Village, 6137 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.656.0012. www.taphousekitchen.com Valley Map N18 VENETO TRATTORIA ITALIANA—Italian.

Northern Italian fare; house highlights include calf’s liver and dried salt cod. The Shops at Hilton Village, 480.948.9928. www.venetotrattoria.com Valley Map M18 VILLAGE TAVERN—American. Head over for handcrafted cocktails, an intriguing wine list, comfort food with some surprises and a relaxing environment. The Shops at Gainey Village, 480.951.6445. www.villagetavern.com Valley Map M18

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DINING Scottsdale: North BREAKFAST KITCHEN BAR—American. This restaurant aims to redefine breakfast and lunch and features options with a twist, such as the Hash Brown Breakfast Pizza and the Churro Waffle. Extensive menu of cocktails, beer and wines, too. Scottsdale Quarter, 480.361.6698. Valley Map I18; Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., 480.597.3887. www.breakfastkitchenbar.com Valley Map H17 COLD BEERS & CHEESEBURGERS—American.

See how many delicious companions can enhance the happy coupling of ground beef and cheese. Also available are salads, sliders with buffalo chicken or prime rib, grilled wings, mac and cheese and an extensive list of beers. Locations include: 4222 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.941.2747. Scottsdale Map G5; 1980 W. Germann Road, Chandler, 480.899.2007. Valley Map Y20; 10767 N. 116th St., 480.614.2747. Valley Map K21; 5625 N. 7th St., 602.354.8093. Valley Map N14; 18529 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.912.7219. www.coldbeers.com Valley Map I18 EDDIE V’S PRIME SEAFOOD—Seafood. Fresh fish and shellfish in an array of preparations, from raw to charred. Open for dinner only. Scottsdale Quarter, 480.730.4800. www.eddiev.com Valley Map I18 HOPDODDY BURGER BAR—American. This burger joint offers angus beef, bison and chicken burgers with gourmet embellishments like field mushrooms, truffle aioli or roasted chiles. For non-carnivores: sushi-grade tuna, spiced grain and veggie “burger,” and an Impossible Patty. Locations include: 11055 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.348.2337. hopdoddy.com Valley Map K18 KASAI—Japanese/Sushi. Kasai Asian Grill is the rebrand and overhaul of the restaurant formerly known as Sapporo.

The Japanese eatery features both regular and teppanyaki tables, a sushi bar, an Asian fusion menu, and a large bar patio. Open for lunch, happy hour, and dinner. 14344 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.607.1114. www.kasaiscottsdale.com Valley Map J18 LA HACIENDA—Mexican. Fresh, modern Mexican cuisine and an extensive tequila list. Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Drive, 480.585.2694. www.scottsdaleprincess.com Valley Map I19 MOE’S ROADHOUSE—American. This grill and bar serves everything from wings and chicken tenders to the Carne Adovada pork dish with New Mexican red chile sauce and spices. 18251 N. Pima Road, 480.686.8908. www.moesroadhouse.com Valley Map G19 PERSIAN ROOM—Persian. Bi-level fine dining restaurant with two bars and a menu of grilled meat-and-veggie skewers and other Persian favorites.

Vegetarian dishes too. 17040 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.614.1414. www.persianroom.com Valley Map I18 PURE SUSHI BAR & DINING—Japanese/Sushi. Sexy but family-friendly, innovative but familiar, gracious but unfussy. Menus span lunch, happy hour, and dinner. 20567 N. Hayden Road, 480.355.0999. www.puresushibar.com Valley Map G18 THE BREAKFAST JOYNT—American. Eggs, pancakes, benedicts, sandwiches and burgers are offered at this diner, which serves breakfast and lunch daily. 6245 E. Bell Road, 480.664.9373. Valley Map I18; 10101 E. Bell Road, 480.443.5324. www.breakfastjoynt.com Valley Map I19 ZINBURGER—American. Find well-dressed burgers, double-truffle fries (truffle oil plus truffle aioli for dipping), and ice cream shakes that stick a straw into interpretations of classic plated desserts. Locations include: Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, 602.424.9500.

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ZINC BISTRO—French. Parisian-styled bistro with gourmet menu items, a decadent, available-any- time chocolate soufflé, and a zinc bar, of course. Kierland Commons, 480.603.0922. www.zincbistroaz.com Valley Map I18

BLUEWATER GRILL—Seafood. Newport Beach import with fresh oyster and sushi bars, private and outdoor dining options, and a separate retail fish market. 1720 E. Camelback Road, 602.277.3474. www.bluewatergrill.com Valley Map O15

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CHELSEA’S KITCHEN—American. Hip comfort food like Brussels sprout salads and Surf and Turf tacos with shrimp and filet mignon ushered from a peekaboo kitchen. 5040 N. 40th St., 602.957.2555. www. chelseaskitchenaz.com Valley Map N16

COMPASS ARIZONA GRILL—American. Get oriented with the old and brand-new features of downtown Phoenix from this rotating restaurant on the 24th floor of the Hyatt Regency. 122 N. 2nd St., 602.440.3166. hyatt.com Phoenix Map I5 DURANT’S—Steak. Durant’s founder’s motto was “Good friends, great steaks and the best booze are the necessities of life.” Today, the beloved restaurant has been serving steaks and martinis for almost 70 years. Enter through the famous back kitchen door to enjoy classic steakhouse dining. 2611 N. Central Ave., 602.264.5967. www.durantsaz.com Valley Map P15 HULA’S MODERN TIKI—Polynesian. Fish and fruit, sauces and slaws, and Asian, Jamaican and Cajun seasonings are blended into summer-inspired lunches and suppers. Ahi eggs benedict and “hula’s hangover hash” are weekend brunch highlights. 5114 N. 7th St., Phoenix, 602.265.8454. Valley Map O14; 7213 E. 1st Ave., 480.970.4852. Scottsdale Map J5; High Street, 5450 E. High St., 480.597.5808. www.hulasmoderntiki.com Valley Map H18 MATT’S BIG BREAKFAST—Café. Hip, quaint and popular place for classic breakfasts and lunches.

Locations include: 12610 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.590.0096. Phoenix Map J18; 3118 E. Camelback Road, 602.840.3450. Phoenix Map M17; 825 N. 1st St., 602.254.1074. www.mattsbigbreakfast.com Phoenix Map D4 NOBUO AT TEETER HOUSE—Asian. James Beard Award-winning Chef Nobuo Fukuda creates rustic Japanese dishes with daring contemporary touches inside a house built in 1899. Heritage Square, 622 E. Adams St., 602.254.0600. www.nobuofukuda.com Phoenix Map H8 PIZZERIA BIANCO—Pizza. Due to perennial popularity (and thus, long wait times for dinner), James Beard Award-winning proprietor Chris Bianco added lunch service and a secondary location. The appeals are crafty wood-fired pizzas—the Rosa, for example, is topped with rosemary and pistachios—numerous Italian red wines and an industrial-chic ambiance. Heritage Square, 623 E. Adams St., 602.258.8300. Phoenix Map I8; Town & Country, 4743 N. 20th St., 602.368.3273. www.pizzeria bianco.com Valley Map O15 THE BREADFRUIT & RUM BAR—Jamaican. Modern tropical cuisine in an elegant setting. Sustainable seafood, adventurous rum cocktails, a large selection of rums, and fine cigars. Dinner only. 108 E. Pierce St., 602.267.1266. www.thebreadfruit.com Phoenix Map D5 THE CLEVER KOI—Asian. Innovative yet traditional Asian cuisine with seasonal offerings. Menu choices include steamed buns, house made dumplings and progressive noodle dishes. Also, craft cocktail bar.

Locations include: 4236 N. Central Ave., 602.222.3474. www.thecleverkoi.com Valley Map O15

Phoenix: Beyond Downtown BECKETT’S TABLE—American. Farm-to-table fare in an urban-tavern atmosphere. The menu changes seasonally around a core of neighborhood raves and faves, including the famous Deviled Egg of the Day. Extensive wine list.

3717 E. Indian School Road, 602.954.1700. www.becketts table.com Valley Map O17

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FLOWER CHILD—Global. This fast-casual, healthyminded concept offers mix-and-match menu options for both vegetarian and carnivorous meals. The Mother Earth bowl, with ancient grains, sweet potatoes, portobello mushrooms, avocado and broccoli pesto, is a favorite.

Locations include: 5013 N. 44th St., 602.429.6222.

Valley Map O17; 100 E. Camelback Road, 480.212.0180. www.iamaflowerchild.com Valley Map O15 GERTRUDE’S—American. Farm fare and herbaceous cocktails are always in bloom at this morning-to-night restaurant—to the pleasure of neighborhood workers and those looking for a romantic date-night spot. Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., 480.719.8600. www.gertrudesrestaurant.net Valley Map Q18 MORA ITALIAN—Italian. Food Network star chef Scott Conant dazzles diners with a top-notch Italian menu offered in a laid-back eatery with a bustling bar and street-side patio. Find a mix of time-honored classics and new, bold dishes. 5651 N. 7th St., 602.795.9943. www.moraitalian.com Valley Map N15 RUSTLER’S ROOSTE—Western. Guests of this old mountainside restaurant are greeted at the door by a longhorn bull, and can proceed to the dining room via a large tin slide (or wooden stairs). Chuckwagon steaks and ribs are served with corn on the cob and biscuits.

Arizona Grand Resort, 8383 S. 48th St., 602.431.6474. www.rustlersrooste.com Valley Map U17 TARBELL’S—American. A cosmopolitan dining room and lounge showcases the talents of Iron Chef America Mark Tarbell. 3213 E. Camelback Road, 602.955.8100. www.tarbells.com Valley Map O16 THE HENRY—American. A lengthy all-day menu includes chopped salads, burgers, steaks, and fish, plus a remarkable tableside Bloody Mary and Mimosa cart during weekend brunch. 4455 E. Camelback Road, 602.429.8020. www.thehenryrestaurant.com Valley Map O17 THE STOCKYARDS—Steak. The area’s cattle-ranching history is celebrated here: tastefully, in murals and old black-and-white photos, and tastily, in timeless steaks with updated treatments like whiskey-peppercorn sauce.

Look up to pressed-tin ceilings, down to polished-wood floors, and ahead to the swinging doors that lead to the saloon. 5009 E. Washington St., 602.273.7378. www.stockyardssteakhouse.com Valley Map Q17 TOMASO’S—Italian. Italian-born Chef Tomaso Maggiore created this long-standing Valley favorite. Fine Italian food and wine. 3225 E. Camelback Road, 602.956.0836. www.tomasos.com Valley Map O16

Phoenix: North BARRIO QUEEN—Mexican. Serving authentic Southern Mexican fare, often made from family recipes, in a fun atmosphere. This restaurant is known for its unique drinks and extensive tequila and mezcal menus. Locations include: Desert Ridge Marketplace, Valley Map G18 7114 E. Stetson Drive, 480.656.4197. Scottsdale Map E4 388 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.634.5028. Valley Map V22 21156 S. Ellsworth Loop Road, Queen Creek, 480.825.7931 www.barrioqueen.com South of Valley Map Z27 JA N U A RY 2 0 2 1

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DINING BLUE MARTINI—American. Around 20 specialty martinis anchor the selections available at this upmarket bar and lounge. Sip one of the sweet concoctions before or after a nibble from the menu of shareable food—think flatbreads, a shrimp martini, lollipop lamb chops and a slice of the “ultimate chocolate cake” for dessert. High Street, 480.638.2583. www.bluemartinilounge.com Valley Map H18 DESEO—Latin American. Pairing traditional ingredients with modern culinary techniques, the restaurant allows you to step outside the ordinary with options such as ceviche, anticuchos, small plates and platters of prepared meats with South American-inspired marinades, sauces and sides. Relax with a cocktail or wine, which includes more than 120 South American labels at Muddle Bar. The Westin Kierland Resort, 6902 E. Greenway Pkwy., 480.624.1202. www.marriott.com Valley Map I18 DIFFERENT POINTE OF VIEW—Mediterranean. The kitchen at this mountaintop resort restaurant—known for making fine dining a relaxed experience—turns out dishes capable of competing with the breathtaking views from atop North Mountain. Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs, 11111 N. 7th St., 602.866.6350. www.tapatiocliffshilton.com Valley Map K16 OCEAN PRIME—Seafood. Glamorous supper club serving steaks and seafood, with live piano in the bar and a fire-enclosed patio. High Street, 5455 E. High St., 480.347.1313. www.ocean-prime.com Valley Map H18 SCRAMBLE—Breakfast/Brunch. Enjoy a farm-fresh breakfast daily from 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Menu options range from basic biscuits and pancakes to eggs Benedict on jalapeño cornbread with chipotle hollandaise. Vegan options are available as well, as are lunch items. Locations include: 9832 N. 7th St., 602.374.2294. Valley Map L14; 6590 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.404.7264. www.azscramble.com Valley Map N18

Mesa, Tempe & East Valley HOUSE OF TRICKS—Contemporary. Dine in the tree-sheltered yard or inside the cottages on New American fare. 114 E. 7th St., Tempe, 480.968.1114. www.houseoftricks.com Tempe Map F5 JOE’S FARM GRILL—Café. This eatery is located at Agritopia, an intentionally old-fashioned, farm-centered and master-planned enclave. Serving “common food done uncommonly well.” Agritopia, 3000 E. Ray Road, Gilbert, 480.563.4745. www.joesfarmgrill.com Valley Map W24 JOYRIDE TACO HOUSE—Mexican. This high-energy establishment is perfect for tacos and guac served in a fun atmosphere. 5202 N. Central Ave., 602.274.8226. Valley Map N14 302 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.632.8226. www. joyridetacohouse.com Valley Map V22 ORGAN STOP PIZZA—Pizza. A giant Wurlitzer pipe organ on a rotating platform is played nightly to the fascination of patrons living in an age of ever-smaller tune-carrying devices. Oh, and pizzas, spaghetti, lasagna and a salad bar accompany the tunes. 1149 E. Southern Ave., Mesa, 480.813.5700. www.organstoppizza.com Valley Map T22 QUEEN CREEK OLIVE MILL—Italian. This 30-acre olive grove just south of Phoenix produces extra-virgin and specialty olive oils favored by many resort kitchens and retailed by specialty grocers. Tours offered, and food and products offered for sale on-site. 25062 S. Meridian Road, Queen Creek, 480.888.9290. www.queencreekolivemill. com South of Valley Map Z27

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EXPLORE Glendale & West Valley HUMBLE PIE—Pizza. Wood-fired pies and chopped salads get their kick from such robust ingredients as Sicilian sausage, wild mushrooms and burrata cheese. Locations include: 3890 W. Happy Valley Road, Glendale, 623.580.4300.

Valley Map F13; Hilton Village, 480.556.9900. www.humblepieusa.com Valley Map N18 THE MELTING POT—Fondue. High booths and low lighting contribute to the intimate feel at these restaurants devoted to the art of fondue; it only seems right to huddle around a simmering cauldron of cheese or chocolate together. Reservations are suggested.

3626 E. Ray Road, 480.704.9206. Valley Map W16; Citadelle Plaza, 19420 N. 59th Ave., Glendale, 623.444.4946. www.meltingpot.com Valley Map H12

EXPLORE Destinations DISCOVER SALT RIVER—This area includes destinations such as Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Octane Raceway, Topgolf Scottsdale, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick and more; The Pavilions at Talking Stick shopping area; Talking Stick Resort and Great Wolf Lodge; and so many other plays to play, stay, shop and eat. 9120 E. Talking Stick Way, Ste. E-10, 480.362.2700; ww.discoversaltriver.com Valley Map L19 GLENDALE—This West Valley city has stealthily prepared for the future even as it mines the past. Wander Historic Glendale, then head to Westgate Entertainment District. There’s also Gila River Arena, home rink for the NHL Phoenix Coyotes, and State Farm Stadium, home field for the NFL Arizona Cardinals. www.visitglendale.com Valley Map M12 TEMPE (DOWNTOWN)—Mill Avenue draws pedestrians to shop for Arizona State University souvenirs or trendy clothes, eat at hip restaurants, or venture to the peak of “A” Mountain to overlook it all. Art and architecture fans find delight in Gammage Auditorium, a Frank Lloyd Wright creation that was completed posthumously and hosts touring Broadway productions, and the Nelson Fine Arts Center, designed by New Mexico-based architect Antoine Predock, which houses ASU Art Museum and additional performance spaces. Mill Ave. south of Tempe Town Lake. www.millavenue.com Valley Map R18

Tours/Transportation DOLLY STEAMBOAT—Double-decker sternwheeler offering narrated nature and catered dinner cruises. 16802 AZ-88, Tortilla Flat, 480.827.9144. www.dollysteamboat.com Valley Map M30 HOT AIR EXPEDITIONS— Hot air balloon flights over the desert. 480.502.6999 or 800.831.7610. www.hotairexpeditions.com MAVERICK HELICOPTER TOURS— Flights explore such parts of the Grand Canyon as the Dragon Corridor, Eastern Canyon, North Rim, and the Colorado River.

888.261.4414. www.maverickhelicopter.com RAINBOW RYDERS—Daily hot air balloon flights above Phoenix and Scottsdale. 1.800.725.2477. www.rainbowryders.com SEDONA AIR TOURS—Tour Sedona or the Grand Canyon by helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft. 1225 Airport Road, Sedona, 928.204.5939. www.sedonaairtours.com

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Raise a glass and celebrate 2021, Arizona-style. Explore some of the state’s wineries, breweries, and a cidery right here in the Valley Michelle Glicksman

ARIDUS WINE COMPANY

This family-owned winery is located in the heart of Southeastern Arizona. Using grapes sourced from Arizona, New Mexico and California, winemaker Lisa Strid seeks to capture the tastes of those regions, creating award-winning wines in its sustainable winery. Aridus Wine Company handcrafts small lots of wines, and has a tasting room in Scottsdale. The tasting room offers the same feel as the winery­—it’s adorned with all-natural materials, and reclaimed materials whenever possible. New releases include a 2018 graciano and 2018 montepulciano, and the winery produces a variety of whites, red, and blends.

7313 E. Main St., Scottsdale; www.ariduswineco.com

CARLSON CREEK VINEYARD

1 | Carlson Creek also has a familyowned vineyard in Southeastern Arizona. One of the largest vineyards in the area, it produces

Chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling, muscat, Syrah, sangiovese, cabernet sauvignon, grenache, malbec, mourvèdre, and malvasia bianca. Sip some selections at its cozy Scottsdale tasting room, where the walls are adorned with artwork— which is for sale—by local artists.

4142 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale; www.carlsoncreek.com

CIDER CORPS

2 | Started by brothers Jason Duren, Sgt, USMC (Ret.), and Josh Duren as a hobby, this veteran-owned and -operated cidery is now Arizona’s largest craft cidery. The pair began making cider while Jason was recovering from injuries he suffered while in Afghanistan. Today, the cidery and its taproom have an extensive taplist, including its popular Sangin Sangria, Mango Foxtrot, Blackberry Camuleglage, and Private Palmer. Both the cidery and taproom are located in Downtown Mesa.

31 S. Robson, Mesa; www.cidercorpsaz.com

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LDV WINERY

3 | Co-owners and winemakers Curt Dunham and Peggy Fiandaca began as longtime wine collectors —and launched this estate vineyard and winery in 2008. The winery is located in Southeastern Arizona, with a tasting room located in Scottsdale. Sample some of the award-winning wines—LDV’s selections include viognier, grenache, petite sirah, and syrah, among others­—on the tree-shaded patio or inside the tasting room (re-opening mid-month due to renovations).

7134 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale; www.ldvwinery.com

MERKIN VINEYARDS

4 | Owned by MJ Keenan—a Grammy Award-winning vocalist for Tool, A Perfect Circle, and the cabaret troupe Puscifer—Merkin Vineyards is an extension of the Caduceus Cellars family. The Merkin Vineyards wines are produced from fruit grown on their 70-acre Buhl Memorial Vineyard in Willcox, Ari-

zona, by MK and his wife, Jennifer, as well as winemaker Tim White.

The tasting room in Scottsdale also offers a menu of small bites, shareable plates, artisanal boards, and house gelati and sorbetti.

7133 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale; www.merkinoldtownscottsale.com

PEDAL HAUS BREWERY

5 | This brewery, named Best Brewery in the U.S. by Copa Cervezas de Americas, offers award-winning craft beer, as well as elevated gastro-pub food. The brewery opened in 2015, and has since won more than 33 medals and awards.

In fact, its German Dark Lager recently received gold standing in the Dark Lager category at this year’s San Diego International Beer Festival. The brewery and restaurant concept has locations in Tempe and Chandler, with a Phoenix location opening early this year.

730 S. Mill Ave., Tempe and 95 W. Boston St., Chandler; www.pedalhausbrewery.com

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