Where Traveler Phoenix+Scottsdale_May 2021 by ARRIVED_Arizona

PHOENIX + SCOTTSDALE MAY 2021

ART AROUND TOWN

INNOVATIVE COCKTAILS TO TRY UNIQUE WAYS TO TOUR THE VALLEY

Explore Phoenix Art Museum’s newest exhibit

SHOP THE QUARTER Eat. Shop. Play. Amazon Books Apple Store Beach Bunny Beard Papas Bonobos Culinary Dropout Design Within Reach Dominick’s Steakhouse Eddie V’s Prime Seafood Free People Galicia Fine Jewelers IT’SUGAR lululemon athletica MIXT Pottery Barn Pressed Juicery Princess Experience Studio Restoration Hardware Sephora Sunglass Hut TopComp Homes True Food Kitchen Urban Outfitters Vince Warby Parker

Among 70 stores and restaurants, many exclusive to Scottsdale! ScottsdaleQuarter.com NE Corner of Scottsdale Rd. & Greenway Pkwy.

Best Quality. Best Selection. Best Price.

NEW & PRE-OWNED WATCH RETAILER IN-HOUSE JEWELRY & WATCH REPAIR

CUSTOM JEWELRY DESIGN & MANUFACTURE FINE WRITING INSTRUMENTS

DESIGN & MANUFACTURE

www.edmarshalljewelers.com

10261 North Scottsdale Rd. (Just South of Shea) Scottsdale, AZ 85253 • Hours: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm • 480.922.1968

We guarantee to pay the highest possible price when buying or accepting in trade your quality jewelry, gems, diamonds, silver & watches.

MAY 2021

CONTENTS DEPARTMENTS Hot Dates 6 Where Now 8 One Block 12 Maps 36 Things to Do 40

THE GUIDE Entertainment 27 Attractions 27 Galleries 30 Shopping 30 Dining 31 Explore 35

FEATURES PROMOTION

ON THE

COVER

Explore the designs of iconic '60s-mod legend Rudi Gernreich at Phoenix Art Museum. By Michelle Glicksman

Fearless Fashion: Rudi Gernreich on view now at Phoenix Art Museum.

18 Platos de la Casa

PEGGY MOFFITT MODELING ENSEMBLE DESIGNED BY RUDI GERNREICH, FALL 1968 COLLECTION . PHOTOGRAPH © WILLIAM CLAXTON, LLC, COURTESY OF DEMONT PHOTO MANAGEMENT & FAHEY/KLEIN GALLERY LOS ANGELES, WITH PERMISSION OF THE RUDI GERNREICH TRADEMARK.

14 A Designer's Influence

Thanks to Arizona's Southern neighbor, Mexican cuisine is a staple in the Valley of the Sun. Here, some local favorites. By Alison Bailin Batz

22 Cool Cocktails

Toast to your visit to the Valley with these fun and unique cocktail creations. Written and compiled by Michelle Glicksman

CLOCKWSE FROM TOP: COURTESY URBAN MARGARITA; COURTESY PHOENIX ART MUSEUM; COURTESY GRAND CANYON BREWING & DISTILLERY

LUXURY RESALE

RO L E X

CARTIER

D I A M O NDS

prESidEntiAl · SubMArinEr All ModElS

W At c h E S · l o v E b r A c E l E t S JEWElry

looSE diAMondS bEloW WholESAlE

ENGAGEMENT RINGS

V I N TA G E

B R E I T L ING

F r o M .5 0 c A r At t o 1 0 . 0 0 c A r At S A n d u p

EMErAldS And MorE

PAN E R A I SubMErSiblE · rAdioMir All ModElS

SApphirE,

rubiES,

PE N S · C O I N S C UF F LI N K S

A v E n g E r · c h r o n o M At EMErgEncy · All ModElS

DESIGNER JEWELRY d Av i d y u r M A n , J o h n h A r d y , robErto coin

THE ESTATE WATCH & JEWELRY COMPANY 7121 E. 5 t h A v E # 2 3 ScottSdAlE, AZ 85251

M o n d Ay — F r i d Ay 10 A M t o 5 p M S At u r d Ay 10 A M t o 4 p M

480-946-9940 W W W . WAt c h l i n k . c o M

(Located at the Kiva Center, just West of Scottsdale Road on 5th Avenue)

Master-EWJC-Where-9.20.indd 1

9/15/20 3:47 PM

PHOENIX + SCOTTSDALE

Fine Apparel and Accessories

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Linda “Mac” Perlich PUBLISHER Michelle Schneider EDITOR IN CHIEF Michelle Glicksman CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Deidra Viberg ACCOUNTING & ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

Sheryl Kaufman

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Perrine Adams, Lisa Grannis, Robyn Lambert, Deidra Viberg

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Haines Wilkerson ART DIRECTOR Jennifer Keller Vaz PRODUCTION MANAGER Karen Fralick CONTRIBUTING WRITER Alison Bailin Batz

FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION, CONTACT

sales@onmediaaz.com

An ON Media Publication Arts Programs | Visitor Guides The Red Book | Specialty Publications 910 E. Osborn Road, Suite C, Phoenix, AZ 85014 ONMEDIAAZ.COM 602.323.9701

Voted Best of the Valley.

Plan for your next visit to Phoenix+Scottsdale Subscribe to : single copy $4, 12 issues $36. © 2021 ON Media. All rights reserved. All rights reserved / No part of this publication can be reprinted or reproduced without the publisher's permission WhereTraveler® Phoenix+Scottsdale assumes no responsibility for unsolicited materials. Statements and opinions printed in WhereTraveler® Phoenix+Scottsdale magazine are those of the authors and not necessarily of WhereTraveler® Phoenix+Scottsdale magazine.

(Scottsdale Rd. & Doubletree) 8787 N. Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ • 480-948-8777

www.divawomenswear.com

671 SR 179 • A-CT3 • Sedona, AZ 86336 Hillside Sedona (sizes 6-22) • 928-282-0527

www.divasedona.com 4

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

MAY 2 0 2 1

HOT DATES MAY

EVENTS

The Four Seasons Watch the world premiere of The Four Seasons, performed by Ballet Arizona in the company’s first major public performance since spring 2020, and showcased on the breathtaking Desert Botanical Garden stage. The show, set to the vibrant score by Antonio Vivaldi, features innovative choreography by Artistic Director Ib Andersen, as well as all-new set designs and multimedia elements that embrace the surrounding desert backdrop. www.balletaz.org

GREAT THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH

May 5-8

For the first time ever, Cosanti Originals—home of the famous Cosanti windbells—is hosting an exclusive, in-gallery-only sale of its handcrafted ceramics, including bells, pots, and tiles. Guided property tours of Costanti will also be offered for a fee. www.cosanti.com

SCOTTSDALE ARTWALK

May 6, 13, 20, 27

From 7-9 p.m. every Thursday, many of the art galleries in Old Town Scottsdale stay open late, often showcasing featured artists, a cultural environment, and refreshments. www.scottsdalegalleries.com

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

MUSIC IN THE GARDEN

May 7, 14, 21, 28

THE HIGH STREET TACO & MARGARITA FESTIVAL

RUTHIE FOSTER May 19

Enjoy live music every Friday night amongst the desert setting of the Desert Botanical Garden. Each week a different group performs. The music ranges from roots revival to jazz to the music of Brazil. www.dbg.org

May 8

This festival at High Street features a variety of margaritas (two drinks are inluded in the GA price), live entertainment, access to food vendors, cash bars, and craft vendors. www.highstreetfestivals.com

Grammy Award-nominated blues artist and singersongwriter Ruthie Foster stops by the Musical Instrument Museum for a one-night only concert. Foster has shared the stage with Bonnie Raitt, the Allman Brothers, and Susan Tedeschi. www.mim.org

WINE & WRIGHT TOUR

NO BOUNDARIES

JON LOVITZ

Every Friday evening, happy hour meets golden hour at Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West. Sip on a beverage an hour before a guided tour of the iconic architect's home and laboratory. www.franklloydwright.org/ taliesin-west

This concert at Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts by Arizona classical musicians showcases music in a casual, informational setting. The repertoire will be light and lively, with a goal of showcasing classical artists of color. www.scottsdale performingarts.com

May 7, 14, 21, 28

May 16

MAY 2 0 2 1

May 28-30

Get ready to laugh with comedian and actor Jon Lovitz at Tempe Improv. Lovitz is known for his performances on Saturday Night Live— where he performed his character Tommy Flanagan of Pathological Liars Anonymous—A League of Their Own, Friends, and more. www.tempeimprov.com

PHOTO COURTESY BALLET ARIZONA

CERAMICS SALE

PhxArt_MC_ADV_Rudi_0521_WhereFP.pdf

4/8/21

2:26 PM

PHOENIX+SCOTTSDALE

WHERE NOW

Shake it Out

Those craving dessert may want to take a drive to High Street’s Soda Jerk Co. Milkshake Bar, where the milkshakes are as tasty as they are social media-worthy. The location, which opened towards the end of 2020, has quickly garnered a cult following. Soda Jerk Co. Milkshake Bar is a modern soda fountain with a touch of retro-inspired design that serves up impressive craft milkshakes and floats such as the Cereal Killer (strawberry milkshake, vanilla frosting, Fruity Pebbles rim, Fruity Pebbles-flavored whipped cream, a Rice Kristpies treat, a strawberry, and a Pop Tart), the Sweet Tooth (cotton candy milkshake, vanilla frosting, sprinkles rim, candy, whipped cream, and cotton candy), and the Happy Camper (root beer and vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, caramel, a chocolatedipped graham cracker, and toasted marshmallows). And, there’s a twist—not only is the locale a must-try dessert bar on its own, but it serves as the secret entrance to The Nemesis Club, an elevated experience of an escape room. 5350 E. High Street, Phoenix; www.sodajerkco.com

THE TUXEDO

FROM TOP: COURTESY STUDIO ALCOTT; COURTESY SANCTUARY ON CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN RESORT & SPA; OPPOSITE: COURTESY SODA JERK/HIGH STREET

ITALIAN, PLEASE James Beard Award-winning chef Alessandro “Alex” Stratta is at it again, opening a new concept in Scottsdale that offers authentic, handcrafted Italian favorites. Campo Italian Bistro and Bar takes over the space formerly occupied by his Stratta Kitchen, which offered Mediterranean fare. “As much as we loved bringing farm-fresh Mediterranean fare to Scottsdale with Stratta’s Kitchen, I realized that my heart was calling to the incredible variety and bold flavors of the rustic Italian countryside, including personal family recipes such as Aunt Seba’s meatballs, but also lesser-known dishes, such as Mediterranean Sea Bass with Sicilian-style Caponata or Eggplant Salad, brunch dishes such as Italian Ranchero Eggs, and even decadent Italian Zepoli (or donuts),” Chef Stratta explains. Enjoy dinner and weekend brunch in this soaring, plant-filled space bedecked with warm wood furnishings and sage green accents. 8260 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale; www.campoitalian.com CAMPO ITALIAN BISTRO AND BAR

Must-Try Menus Arizona is a culinary destination, with James Beard Award-winning chefs and celebrity chefs helming restaurants, a plethora of locally-owned delights, and a variety of cuisine options. For 10 days only, from Fri., May 21 through Sun., May 30, take advantage of the culinary landscape during Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW). Throughout ARW, numerous destinations—from the finest five-star restaurants to locally-owned and chef-driven “hidden gems”—offer specially dedicated menus designed to showcase their culinary creations. There are three-course, prix fixe menus for just $33 or $44 per person, and some locales offer wine pairings for an additional cost. These special menus are available in addition to a restaurant’s regular menu, and are available for dine-in or to-go. For participating restaurants, visit www.arizona restaurantweek.com.

ELEMENTS AT SANCTUARY ON CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN RESORT AND SPA

Shop ’Til You Drop

SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE

COURTESY SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE

The largest mall in the Southwest, Scottsdale Fashion Square, is located in Scottsdale. And, if you’re ready to shop, the destination recently added new locations. Over the past year, it welcomed Versace, Rolex, Golden Goose, Jacadi Paris, Hyde Park Jewelers, Warby Parker, Fabletics, Casper, Levi’s Store, Amazon 4-star, Shade Store, and a Lucid Studio from Lucid Motors. Eateries Francine, Nobu, Pinkberry, and Capital One Café are also now open. And, Cartier, Bulgari, Salvatore Ferragamo, Carolina Herrera, Indochino, Brighton Collectibles, One 51, Nick’s Menswear, and Xpress Tailoring all expanded, remodeled, or moved locations. Up next? A two-level, 11,000-square-foot flagship Dior store in the luxury wing. 7014 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale; www.fashionsquare.com

luxury consignment everything 35-75% off retail

JEWELRY

CRYSTAL

PORCELAIN

ART

David Yurman John Hardy Ippolita Tiffany & Co. Estate Pieces

Lalique Baccarat Daum Swarovski Steuben

Lladro Herend Meissen Limoges Royal Crown Derby

Itzchak Tarkay Leroy Neiman Select Oils Bronzes Fine Sterling

Over the Top Consignment Shoppe Treasures with the WOW factor

7072 E. 5th Ave., Downtown Scottsdale • 480-947-2782 Tuesday - Saturday 10 am to 5 pm • www.overthetopconsignment.com

OverTheTopFINAL.indd 1

10/7/20 5:25 PM

ONE BLOCK THINGS TO DO IN

THE BILTMORE AREA

EAT

DRINK

SHOP

PLAY

Stop by the famous Wrigley Mansion for dinner at Christopher’s, the new restaurant from iconic Chef Christopher Gross. At The Glady, find a contemporary atmosphere and lunch, happy hour, and dinner menus, as well as a raw bar available daily at 3 p.m. For artisanal pizza, head to Pizzeria Bianco, which has a celebrity fan base and was named “perhaps the best in America.”

For a good cup of coffee, Hava Java—the oldest, most awarded coffee house in the Valley— is a local favorite. For a variety of cocktails, visit MercBar, an outpost of the original New York City location. And at Arizona Biltmore's The Wright Bar, you can still order a Tequila Sunrise—the drink was invented here in the 1930s and is still served today.

The locally-owned Citrine Natural Beauty Bar features an array of natural beauty and skincare products, while Saks Fifth Avenue offers a variety of upscale brands. Both are at Biltmore Fashion Park. For those who need something for their booked tee time, Van’s Golf Shops has a selection of golf products, apparel, and accessories.

Try for a hole-in-one at the Adobe Course or the Links course, the two golf courses at Arizona Biltmore Golf Club. For stunning views of the Valley and a workout, hike the nearby iconic Camelback Mountain (don’t forget water). At Color Me Mine, take the time to paint a pottery piece.

Christopher’s 2501 E. Telawa Trail www.wrigleymansion.com The Gladly 2201 E. Camelback Road www.thegladly.com Pizzeria Bianco 4743 N. 20th St. www.pizzeriabianco.com

Hava Java 3166 E. Camelback Road www.havajavacoffee.com MercBar 2525 E. Camelback Road www.mercbaraz.com The Wright Bar at Arizona Biltmore 2400 E. Missouri Ave. www.arizonabiltmore.com

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

Arizona Biltmore Golf Club 2400 E. Missouri Ave. www.azbiltmoregc.com Camelback Mountain Echo Canyon Trail: 4925 E. McDonald Drive www.phoenix.gov Color Me Mine 2502 E. Camelback Road www.colormemine.com

Citrine Natural Beauty Bar 2502 E. Camelback Road www.citrinenaturalskin.com Saks Fifth Avenue 2502 E. Camelback Road www.saksfifthavenue.com Van’s Golf Shop 3217 E. Camelback Road www.worldwidegolfshops.com

MAY 2 0 2 1

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: PHOTO BY MICHAEL MCNAMARA/VISIT PHOENIX; COURTESY ARIZONA BILTMORE; COURTESY BILTMORE FASHION PARK/VISIT PHOENIX; PHOTO BY DSPAZ.COM/VISIT PHOENIX

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Eat at Pizzeria Bianco, have a drink at The Wright Bar, browse at Saks Fifth Avenue, and hike Camelback Mountain.

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

MARCH 2021

COURTESY OF PHOENIX ART MUSEUM. OPPOSITE: PHOTO BY WILLIAM CLAXTON, LLC, COURTESY OF DEMONT PHOTO MANAGEMENT & FAHEY/KLEIN GALLERY LOS ANGELES,

PEGGY MOFFITT MODELING AN ENSEMBLE DESIGNED BY RUDI GERNREICH, RESORT 1968 COLLECTION.

PHOTO BY

A Designer’s Influence

COURTESY OF PHOENIX ART MUSEUM. OPPOSITE: PHOTO BY WILLIAM CLAXTON, LLC, COURTESY OF DEMONT PHOTO MANAGEMENT & FAHEY/KLEIN GALLERY LOS ANGELES, WITH PERMISSION OF THE RUDI GERNREICH TRADEMARK.

INSTALLATION VIEW OF FEARLESS FASHION: RUDI GERNREICH, 2021, PHOENIX ART MUSEUM.

Phoenix Art Museum’s latest exhibition showcases the designs of iconic ’60s-mod legend Rudi Gernreich BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

he monokini topless swimsuit. The thong. Unisex clothing. Pantsuits for women.

Designer Rudi Gernreich’s (1922-1985) fashion-

forward designs impacted and influenced the landscape of fashion both then and now. At Phoenix Art Museum, through Sept. 26, visitors can explore Gernreich’s work and the social and cultural impacts of his designs through the exhibition Fearless Fashion: Rudi Gernreich. “This exhibition is not a retrospective of the designer’s entire life’s work, but rather an intersection of fashion design and social justice,”

explains Helen Jean, the museum’s Jacquie Dorrance Curator of Fashion Design. “Sixty-seven dressed ensembles are presented in sections such as Youth Culture & Politics, Experimental Fashion & Legacy, and Unisex & Solidarity to explore his designs through the lens of social commentary. Guests will learn how Rudi fused his sense of social activism with personal expression, as well as the ways he celebrated the natural human form with new synthetic fibers, stretch fabrics, and gender-neutral dress. In addition to dressed ensembles, a large number of photographs and other didactic material help to explore this narrative in-depth.” Gernreich’s life experiences led him to seek social change and promote a truer expression of self through fashion design. He was born in Austria and as a Jew, fled Nazi oppression as a teen. He settled in Los Angeles, where he continued to face discrimination. He found acceptance in the performing arts community and gay

Astronaut Through May 31 At Arizona Science Center, explore what it’s like to live like an astronaut, from experiencing a rocket launch to taking challenges in the astronaut training center. www.azscience.org

Leon Polk Smith: Hiding in Plain Sight Through May 31 View works by renowned Modernist painter Leon Polk Smith, a founding icon of mid-century modern art and design, at Heard Museum. www.heard.org

rights movement, which led him to his passion for designing fashions that promoted inclusivity, non-conformity, and liberation. Jean explains that the Museum’s Deputy Director for Curatorial Affairs and the Selig Family Chief Curator, Gilbert Vicario, originally secured the exhibition because “Gernreich’s work is particularly relevant today as we continue to break barriers around gender and racial stereotypes and LGBTQIA+ inequality. Gernreich’s commitment to social politics is particularly salient, and it is important to acknowledge that his activism drove his designs, demonstrating how being socially and politically active can actually make you a better and more compassionate artist with convincing urgency.” Fearless Fashion: Rudi Gernreich showcases more than 80 ensembles, along

with original sketches, letters, personal papers, photographs, press clippings, and newly filmed oral histories of Gernreich’s friends and colleagues. “His work is all about the body. I mean, some of his greatest hits are the topless bathing suit, the no bra bra, and the thong. So, a lot of the exhibition is about revealing the natural human form through fabric stretch and garment design,” says Jean. “Another must-see is the ‘Marlene Dietrich’ white satin pantsuit. This look was removed from the runway show at the 1964 Coty American Fashion Critics Awards fashion show for being too scandalous.” Fearless Fashion: Rudi Gernreich, organized and circulated by the Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles, is on view at Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix; www.phxart.org.

Diedrick Brackens: ark of bulrushes Through Aug. 22 This new series by L.A.-based artist Diedrick Brackens includes large-scale weavings, and is showcased at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. www.smoca.org

Congo Masks and Music: Masterpieces from Central Africa Through Sept. 12 At the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), get a glimpse into the dramatic and lively masquerade traditions of Central Africa through masks, instruments, and costumes from the late 1800s to early 1990s. www.mim.org

Seeking Immortality: Ancient Artifacts Through Nov. 7 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

The Science of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Through Summer 2022 This exhibit recently opened at Arizona Boardwalk, and presents a collection of intriguing objects and astonishing facts. www.ripleysaz.com RUDI GERNREICH AT HIS OFFICE IN LOS ANGELES, 1966.

PHOTO BY WILLIAM CLAXTON, LLC, COURTESY OF DEMONT PHOTO MANAGEMENT & FAHEY/KLEIN GALLERY LOS ANGELES, WITH PERMISSION OF THE RUDI GERNREICH TRADEMARK

Other Exhibitions to View Around the Valley

A WORLD OF MUSIC AWAITS

Open Daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Join us for Experience Central Africa on May 15 & 16! Details at MIM.org

Phoenix’s #1 Attraction MIM.org | 480.478.6000 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ

Platos de la Casa Mexican-inspired dishes that delight BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

rom food trucks to fine dining, Mexican cuisine is a staple in the Valley of the Sun. Here are a few of our favorite dishes inspired

HALIBUT “VERACRUZ” AT THE VIG

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

M A R C H 2 0 2 01

PHOTO BY

by our Southern neighbor.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: COURTESY URBAN MARGARITA; COURTESY LADERA TAVERNA Y COCINA; COURTESY LOS SOMBREROS; OPPOSITE: COURTESY THE VIG

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Puffy Short Rib Tacos at Urban Margarita, Chile Relleno at Ladera Taverna y Cocina, Pollo Con Espinacas at Los Sombreros.

Pollo Con Espinacas

Chile Relleno

Puffy Short Rib Tacos

LOS SOMBREROS

LADERA TAVERNA Y COCINA

URBAN MARGARITA

THE VIG

This craveable dish features grilled chicken breast served over fresh spinach, and a mouthwatering house chipotle crema sauce. It is then topped with cilantro-infused crema, tomatoes, onions, diced cilantro, and queso fresco (a Mexican regional white cheese). $20. www.lossombreros.com

Ladera takes this traditional Mexican dish to the next level with colorful ingredients that pay homage to its origin in Puebla, home of the poblano pepper. The poblano pepper is stuffed with hominy rice and cheese, and then topped with calabacitas (a type of squash), queso fresco, chipotle cream sauce, and cilantro. $11. www.laderaphx.com

Paying homage to slow-roasted meats across Mexico, here, hours-braised shredded short rib meat is combined with silky avocado cream, cheddar-Jack cheese, and fresh lettuce. It is accompanied by cilantro rice and hearty black beans. $15.50. www.urbanmargarita.com

A nod to the Mexican state of Veracruz, known for its abundant seafood and culinary influence from Spain, this dish is a celebration of the ocean’s bounty with copious amounts of halibut, calamari, and mussels, along with roasted red peppers, olives, black rice, and tomato broth. $24. www.thevig.us

Halibut “Veracruz”

Dipping Tacos

Pollo Fundido

SPOTTED DONKEY CANTINA AT THE BOULDERS RESORT

MACAYO’S MEXICAN FOOD RESTAURANTS

SANDBAR MEXICAN GRILL

A love letter to the jalapeño, which translates to “from Xalapa”—referring to the city in Veracruz where they are widely cultivated—each pepper is roasted on an open flame before being stuffed with spices and chili peppers, dressed with crema and buttermilk, and then fried. $12. www.theboulders.com

In 1946, Macayo’s founder Woody Johnson put a traditional Mexican burrito into a deep fryer, effectively inventing the chimichanga. Today, the dish is still on the menu (and thousands of others worldwide), filled with the choice of shredded beef, shredded chicken, or carnitas, and topped with relleno sauce and sour cream. $13.99. www.macayo.com

SERRANO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANTS

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

A local take on birria, a meat stew first made popular in the Mexican state of Jalisco, this version features shredded red chili beef and Monterey Jack cheese tucked inside a red corn tortilla and topped with cilantro, chopped onions, and lime. The kicker: they are served with a side of savory red chili beef broth for dipping. $15 www.sandbaraz.com MAY 2 0 2 1

Filled with the Serrano family’s famed Pollo Ranchero mixture, including diced chicken breast, sautéed onions, tomatoes, green chili, and spices, this Sonoranstyle, deep-fried burrito is then smothered with a spicy jalapeño cream cheese. $16.99. www.serranosaz.com

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: COURTESY SERRANO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANTS; COURTESY MACAYO’S MEXICAN FOOD RESTAURANTS; COURTESY SANDBAR MEXICAN GRILL

Chimi de Macayo

Cantina Shooters

TOP: COURTESY CRUJIENTE TACOS; BOTTOM: COURTESY GUACSTAR KITCHEN AND CANTINA

Ceviche

Seasonal Roasted Veggie Enchiladas

CRUJIENTE TACOS

GUACSTAR KITCHEN AND CANTINA

This stunner features cubed white fish and shrimp marinated in a tart mixture of citrus juice, and then tossed with spicy jalapeños, Fresno peppers, cilantro, and olive oil. Cooked with only fresh ingredients and by a Latino chef inspired by his family’s recipes, this dish is light and perfect for pool days. $12. www.crutacos.com

A plant-based take on the enchilada, this twist features poblano peppers, rojo and verde sauces, seasonal produce— including fire-roasted squash and cauliflower—cashew-based crema, and plant-based cotija. The contents are wrapped in corn tortillas and finished with onion and watermelon radish. $14 www.guacstar.com

Lobster Street Tacos

JALAPENO INFERNO Lobster is abundant throughout Mexico’s oceanic waters, and here it takes center stage in these double-lined mini corn tacos. The lightly sautéed shellfish are paired with cilantro, onion, and Mexican cheeses, and served with rice and black beans. $17.99. www.jalapenoinferno.com

TOP : Ceviche at CRUjiente Tacos, Seasonal Roasted Veggie Enchiladas at GuacStar Kitchen and Cantina. OPPOSITE PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Pollo Fundido at Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants, Chimi de Macayo at Macayo’s Mexican Food Restaurants, Dipping Tacos at Sandbar Mexican Grill.

Cool Cocktails Toast to your visit to the Valley of the Sun with these fun and unique cocktail creations

PHOTO BY

WRITTEN AND COMPILED BY MICHELLE GLICKSMAN

GHOST RIDER AT TOCA MADERA W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

M A R C H 2 0 2 01

ot only does Arizona have its share of James Beard Award-winning and celebrity chefs, but well-known and innovative mixologists too, who mix up a variety of creative cocktails. Cheers to that! GHOST RIDER A cocktail on fire? Yes, that’s on the menu at Toca Madera at Scottsdale Fashion Square. The Ghost Rider is made of Altos Plata Tequila, mint, lime, and agave, with a sugar skull lit on fire. “It’s memorable! A small sugar skull sits on top, with flames at the surface of the drink until you begin to sip away,” explains Melanie Sutton, marketing manager, Scottsdale Fashion Square. $16 at Toca Madera, 4736 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale; www.tocamadera.com

WHITE CLAW DISCO BALL Popular boozy brunch spot Hash Kitchen makes it easy to beat the heat with its White Claw Disco Ball creation. The fruity cocktail is mixed with mango White Claw, mango purée, vodka, and Vero mango pop—and served in a fun and flashy souvenir disco ball cup. Says Allison Gamberg, director of operations for Hash Kitchen, “The White Claw Disco Ball is awesome because we take something people already love and bring it up a notch by adding in a light-up souvenir disco ball, more explosive mango flavor, and a little bit of spice with the candy mango Vero pop.” $13 at Hash Kitchen, multiple locations; www.hashkitchen.com

BOTH: COURTESY SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE

BUTTERFLY MARTINI The Butterfly Martini, found at 12 West Brewing, is made with butterfly pea tea-infused vodka - dry vermouth, St-Germain, and lemon juice simple syrup. Grand Canyon Brewing & Distillery vodka is infused with butterfly pea flowers to morph it into a vibrant purple color. Then, once the lemon juice is added, it changes to a light shade of purple. “The Butterfly Martini is a great way to highlight our craft distilled vodka. Made from 100% malted barley, a light sweetness makes its way through the distillation process and complements many mixed drinks.” $12 at 12 West Brewing, 2000 E. Ray Road, Gilbert; www.12westbrewing.com

WEEKLY SHIPMENTS This drink from Platform 18 at Century Grand offers a perfect blend of the bright fruity flavors of apricot, raspberry, and pineapple, paired with smoked black tea and mezcal, with hints of earthiness, rum funk, and vegetal notes as supporting flavors in the background. “Weekly Shipments was created for Platform 18 inside Century Grand, in which many of the cocktails were inspired by the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad. This drink specifically was inspired

THE MATADOR AT FRANCINE

by the expansion of the rail lines that began to bring goods into the U.S. (Texas) from Mexico during the mid- to late-19th century. One of the prized goods was Mexican spirits like tequila and mezcal, being shipped in barrels over the border, which at the time was referred to as ‘Vino de mezcal,’” says Kailee Asher, director of communications for Barter & Shake Creative Hospitality. $20 at Platform 18 at Century Grand, 3626 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix; https://centurygrandphx.com

STRAWBERRY COBBLER With its color and vibrancy, this cocktail screams summer. Found at STK Steakhouse and made with Belvedere vodka, muddled strawberry, and with a graham cracker crust around the rim, it tastes just like its namesake dessert. “We wanted to give people a taste of one of our favorite desserts as a cocktail. We kept it refreshing and not too sweet to allow people to have a few without overloading them with sugar. It is now our most popular cocktail in every STK globally. Watch out, they go down easy...” says Manny Hilario, president and CEO of The ONE Group. $21 at STK Steakhouse, 7134 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale; www.stksteakhouse.com

MISS PEAKCOCK This eye-popping drink offered at LON’s Last Drop at the Hermosa Inn is a balanced blend of butterfly pea flower-infused Mission vodka, St-Germain, and blueberry lemonade. “We wanted to create a drink that embodies LON’s breathtaking landscape during the spring months. Each ingredient represents a small part of that,” explains Jon Dils, LON’s general manager. “The butterfly pea flower-infused local Mission vodka represents the colorful gardens, the great floral qualities of St-Germain evoke the

THE MATADOR One of Francine’s signature cocktails, The Matador is made with Mezcal Naran Espadin. Locally imported from the Carreño family, Naran means “Eclipse of the Moon” in Trique, an indigenous Oaxacan language from the Sierras. This mezcal makes for a smooth craft cocktail, with coconut-infused Cointreau, fig, Thai basil, and lime. “This mezcal is made using wild and cultivated agaves,” explains Melanie Sutton, marketing manager, Scottsdale Fashion Square. “The Carreño family, the makers of this mezcal, support the Urban Agave Initiative in Arizona, which helps to plant agaves in the Phoenix and Tucson areas to support the endangered Mexican long-nosed and shorter-nosed bats. These bats are

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

critical to supporting the desert ecosystem as pollinators of the night.” $16 at Francine, 4710 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale; www.francinerestaurant.com

PALETA MARGARITA This frozen and tangy house margarita found at Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants is topped with a Chandler-based Paletas Betty paleta—a sweet and creamy Mexican popsicle made with fresh strawberries. “As a family-owned business that recently celebrated 100 years in business in Chandler, we saw an opportunity to collaborate with a newer Downtown Chandler-based small business called Paletas Betty. Their Mexican popsicles, known as paletas, are a delicious treat, and the strawberry version is a perfect complement to our tangy house margarita,” explains Lorraine Serrano, executive chef, Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants. $9.99 at Serrano’s Mexican Restaurants, multiple locations; www.serranosaz.com MAY 2 0 2 1

PHOTO BY GRACE STUFKOSKY

heady scents of the flowerbeds in full bloom, and the blueberry lemonade represents the spring season in Arizona that produces incredible citrus and fruits.” $14 at LON’s Last Drop at the Hermosa Inn, 5532 N. Palo Cristi Road, Paradise Valley; www.hermosainn.com

TOP: COURTESY STK STEAKHOUSE. BOTTOM: COURTESY GRAND CANYON BREWING & DISTILLERY

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Weekly Shipments at Platform 18 at Century Grand, Strawberry Cobbler at STK Steakhouse, Butterfly Martini at 12 West Brewing.

CLARIFIED PIÑA COLADA A creative and unconventional version of a piña colada, this drink found at UnderTow is clarified to be completely see-through. It features a few ingredients that you wouldn’t find in a traditional piña colada, but is necessary to create the depth of flavor in this surprisingly clear concoction. “The clarified Piña Colada is deceitfully robust and full of flavor. It’s always a big hit with our guests when delivered to the table,” shares Jason Asher, director of bars for Barter & Shake Creative Hospitality. $16 at UnderTow, 3626 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix; https://undertowphx.com

PEDAL TO THE METAL At Nobu, guests favor Pedal to the Metal, a drink made with Codigo Tequila Rosa Blanco, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and Orange Curacao. It is garnished with rosemary/fresno chili. “Not only does this drink look pretty, but it tastes amazing!” Melanie Sutton, marketing manager, Scottsdale Fashion Square, says. “It’s an absolutely refreshing drink to order as Arizona

reaches triple-digit weather.” $38 at Nobu, 7014 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale; www.noburestraurants.com

READY, AIM, HIGHER Find this cocktail made with housemade hibiscus-pomegranateserrano syrup shaken with ice, Source One Vodka, serrano chilis, and lime juice at Ofrenda. It’s strained into a coupe glass and topped with CENTR, a CBD-infused sparkling water. “At Ofrenda, we want to offer our guests an experience featuring authentic and memorable Mexican and South American flavors, both in our food and cocktails. With its combination of spicy and sweet, Ready, Aim, Higher features many of those authentic and memorable ingredients. The serrano is native to Mexico, and although not indigenous, pomegranate and hibiscus are Latin American delicacies,” explains Carlos Marquez, owner and executive chef of Ofrenda. $12 at Ofrenda, 7100 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek; www.theofrenda.com

THE GUIDE OUR

Perched in the foothills in North Scottsdale lies Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West. For almost 20 years, the destination—which was built and maintained almost entirely by Wright and his apprentices—served as famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s (1867-1959) personal residence, as well as his school in the desert. Today, visitors can tour the property, viewing spaces ranging from Wright’s private quarters to the Music Pavilion. Open daily, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.; www.franklloydwright.org

COURTESY TALIESIN WEST

FAVORITES

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S TALIESIN WEST

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

MAY 2 0 2 1

DURING THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES, CONFIRM LOCATIONS ARE OPEN PRIOR TO ARRIVING

ENTERTAINMENT

Casinos

MUSEUMS+ATTRACTIONS

Bars, Nightclubs & Lounges

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

Architecture & Homes

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.dierkswhiskeyrow.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 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 WASTED GRAIN—Old Town Scottsdale’s only champagne lounge and nightclub. 7295 E. Stetson Drive, 480.970.0500. www.wastedgrain.com Scottsdale Map E5

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 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 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 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 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 LDV WINERY—The Rhone varietals of southeastern Arizona’s Lawrence Dunham Vineyards or LDV 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 SANTAN BREWING + DISTILLERY—Brewery and eatery serving brews like MoonJuice Galactic IPA and Devil’s Ale American pale ale, alongside hearty burgers and sandwiches . 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

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 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 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 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

Comedy RICK BRONSON’S HOUSE OF COMEDY—Owner Rick Bronson, comedian and former host on the Travel Channel, injects comedy into the High Street neighborhood. Various acts all month. 5350 E. High St., 480.420.3553. www.az.houseofcomedy.net Valley Map G17 STAND UP LIVE—Local and regional comics perform every weekend at this theater. 50 W. Jefferson St., 480.719.6100. www.standuplive.com Phoenix Map K3 TEMPE IMPROV—Touring comedians in a theater with a balcony and the option of bottle service. 930 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.921.9877. www. tempeimprov.com Tempe Map E7

Sports LUCKY STRIKE—This 21st-century bowling center offers a free game (based on availability) with lunch before 3 p.m., a 21-and-up policy after 9 p.m., and a four-lane private suite geared for groups. CityScape, 50 W. Jefferson St., 602.732.5490. www. bowlluckystrike.com Phoenix Map K3 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. 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. Valley Map M9 Topgolf Gilbert, 1689 S. SanTan Village Pkwy., Gilbert, 480.240.1282. www.topgolf.com Valley Map W24

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 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.franklloydwright.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.rosson housemuseum.org Phoenix Map I7

Art Museums 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 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

City Sights HERITAGE SQUARE—This city block is home to restored buildings dating back to the late 1800s, a nd 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 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

MUSEUMS+ATTRACTIONS

Exceptional Womenʼs Clothing & Accessories from the

Finest Homes in the Valley

USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL GARDENS AT SALT RIVER—The USS Arizona Memorial Gardens at Salt River spans the exact length and width of the USS Arizona, with over 1,500 commemorative columns outlining the actual perimeter of the ship. Each lit column represents a person who died in the attack, and each column without a light represents a person who survived. The Gardens feature a relic of the actual boat house, which is enclosed in a glass case and can always be viewed. 7455 N. Pima Road, 480.362.2700. www.discoversaltriver.com Valley Map M19

New Arrivals Daily Featuring: Chicoʼs • Coach • Donald J Pliner Eileen Fisher • Escada Michael Kors • St. John & Misook Exceptional Collection of sterling silver and gemstone jewelry from faraway parts of the world. Rings, pendants, bracelets and necklaces that you won’t find unless you travel the world yourself. All at affordable prices!!

Farms & Gardens 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

-Canadian Money taken at Por

JAPANESE FRIENDSHIP GARDEN—A three-acre park in Downtown. The manicured grounds include a tea house, and were a gift from Phoenix’s Japanese sister city, Himeji. 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

Museums

10805 N. 71st Way Scottsdale, AZ | NW Corner Scottsdale & Shea, Scottsdale | 480-951-2506 | www.highsocietyresale.com

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 CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF PHOENIX— Tactile, noisy and imaginative activities abound. 215 N. 7th St., 602.253.0501. www.childrensmuseumofphoenix.org Phoenix Map H8

WORLD’S FINEST FOOTWEAR

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. 6101 E. Van Buren St., 602.275.3473. https://hallofflame.org Valley Map Q18 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

Zoos & Aquariums BUTTERFLY WONDERLAND—Largest butterfly pavilion in North America. Features things-withwings 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

480.443.1689

findfootsupport.com

Comfort • Health • Support • Style

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

MAY 2 0 2 1

KactusJock_FP May 21.indd 1

4/15/21 8:50 AM

GALLERIES+ANTIQUES 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 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

GALLERIES+ANTIQUES Downtown Scottsdale

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 DIVA—Elegant clothing for women in sizes 14-24, including swimwear and formal wear, plus handbags and jewelry. The Shops at Gainey Village, 480.948.8777. www.divascottsdale.com DIVA DIVINE BOUTIQUE—Women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories and gifts. 23425 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.585.2570. www.divadivineboutique.com Valley Map G18 ELAN—Girly to glamorous mini dresses, tops, skirts and accessories. Scottsdale Quarter, 480.941.5575. www.azelanstyle.com 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

Gifts 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

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

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

KISS ME KATE—Women’s fashion boutique offering a variety of labels for all occasions. Jewelry, handbags, belts and scarves too, and many one-ofa-kind items. Camelback Village, 5039 N. 44th St., 602.840.6173. www.kissmekateaz.com Valley Map O17 MAE & MARIE—Sweet and savvy fashions for moms and daughters. Biltmore Plaza Shopping Center, 602.957.2917. www.maeandmarieshop.com

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

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

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

LONDON GOLD FINE JEWELERS—Direct diamond importers and jewelry designers. Locations include: 10441 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.367.1717. www.londongold.com Valley Map K19

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

Phoenix 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 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

Bargains/Resale/Outlets 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 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

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

Shoes, Boots & Hats DSW—Superstore of in-style shoes at affordable prices. Locations include: Desert Ridge Marketplace, 480.513.9348; Scottsdale Fiesta, 10220-B N. 90th St., 480.767.2096. www.dsw.com Valley Map I11

SHOPPING

TO BE CONTINUED—Women’s clothing and accessories from luxury makers (Escada, Chanel, Fendi, Louboutin) offered new-with-tags, pre-owned and vintage. Hilton Village, 480.699.2700. www.tbcconsignment.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

Apparel

Collectibles

Shopping Centers

AT-EASE FINE MENS CLOTHES—Locally-owned store offering fine and resort-casual clothing by prominent designers. On-site tailoring, too. The Shops at Gainey Village, 8787 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.947.3800 www.mensclothingaz.com

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

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

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

MAY 2 0 2 1

DINING CHANDLER FASHION CENTER—Bi-level enclosed mall with open-air village. 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, 480.812.8488. www.shopchandlerfashion center.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 SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE—Largest indoor shopping center in the Southwest, anchored by Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. A Tesla car showroom, Microsoft store, multiple restaurants, a Harkins Theatres, and Desert Stages Theatre. 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. There’s also a splash pad, and events are held regularly. 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.270.8123. www.scottsdalequarter.com Valley Map I18 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

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. Find burgers, salads and sandwiches. 7353 Scottsdale Mall, 480.994.5576. www.az88.com Scottsdale Map K7 CAFE MONARCH—American. Enjoy seasonal, fresh, local dishes with a weekly changing, four-course menu option. Named #2 on the Most Romantic Restaurants in the U.S. 2020 list by Tripadvisor. 6939 E. First Ave., 480.970.7682. www.cafemonarch.com Scottsdale Map J2

THE SHOPS AT HILTON VILLAGE—Linear center of boutiques and cafes. 6045 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.624.5537. www.hiltonvillage.com Valley Map N18

CARLSBAD TAVERN—New Mexican. New Mexican cuisine is served in a unique, secret cave-like atmosphere at this restaurant. Choose from menu items including soul-warming 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

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

MARCELLINO RISTORANTE—Italian. This husband-and-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

DINING NOBU—Japanese. Nobu’s Scottsdale location offers the brand’s meticulously crafted classics that have garnered critical acclaim for over two decades. Scottsdale Fashion Square, 480.581.0055. www.noburestaurants.com Scottsdale Map 019 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 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

Fresh Seafood

The Salt Cellar has been a Valley landmark since 1971 and continues to reign atop the “Best of Seafood” lists. Its unique underground location is just the beginning of the culinary adventure. The Salt Cellar’s fresh fish and seafood selections are sourced from around the world; the consistency and quality of our seafood has been the key to our success. We are known for always having available a selection of whole 1 - 1/2lb. and 3lb. live Maine Lobsters.

Don’t miss our happ y hours daily from 4:0 0pm to 7:00pm and again from 10:00pm to 12:00am .

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

Scottsdale: Beyond Downtown

480.947.1963 • www.saltcellarrestaurant.com • 550 North Hayden Road • Scottsdale • Reservations Suggested

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. 5550 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, 480.948.5170. www.elchorro.com Valley Map N17 Master-SaltCellar-Exterior-Where-2.2020.indd 1

Field trips will always be our

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 J&G STEAKHOUSE—Steak. Global steakhouse by Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Award-winning meats and a global selection of seafood. The Phoenician, 6000 E. Camelback Road, 480.214.8000. www.jgsteakhousescottsdale.com Valley Map O18

mission at Act One. For 10 years, Act One has brought thousands of Title I students to the arts.

Act One introduces...

ROKA AKOR—Asian/Fusion. A modern, contemporary location serving steak, seafood and sushi. Open for dinner only. 7299 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.306.8800. www.rokaakor.com Valley Map M18 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

Scottsdale: North 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 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

2/12/20 3:49 PM

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

The Next Generation of Field Trips. Coming soon, Act One will be bringing the arts to the students!!! For sponsorship information:

602.343.6239 www.act1az.org MAY 2 0 2 1

COME DINE AT SCOTTSDALE’S

BEST HIDDEN GEM

• SOUTHWESTERN CUISINE WITH A MEXICAN TWIST • SERVING 140 PREMIUM TEQUILAS • COMPLIMENTARY HOMEMADE FLAVORED TORTILLAS • MISTED AND HEATED PATIO • LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED

480-945-4567 6910 | EAST MAIN STREET, SCOTTSDALE

WWW.OLDTOWNTORTILLAFACTORY.COM

108275-XX-238.indd 1

15/01/19 10:35 PM

DINING 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 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

Phoenix: Downtown 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 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

the

Phoenix: Beyond Downtown

This “Junior Grand Canyon” tour is consistently rated one of the This “Junior tour is consistently rated one “Best ThingsGrand to DoCanyon” in Arizona” of the “Best Things to Do in Arizona” and is a premier Arizona attraction and is a premier Arizona attraction for locals andfor tourists alike. locals and tourists alike.

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

Just minutes away from Mesa, Just minutes away from Scottsdale,Mesa, and Phoenix, Scottsdale,Arizona and Phoenix, Arizona

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

Daily Nature Daily NatureCruises Cruises and and Twilight Dinner Cruises Twilight Dinner Cruises

the

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

16802AZ-88, AZ-88, Tortilla 16802 TortillaFlat Flat |

480.827.9144 480.827.9144 dollysteamboat.com

This “Junior Grand Canyon” tour is consistently rated one of the “Best Things to Do in Arizona” and is a premier Arizona attraction for locals and tourists alike.

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 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

Scenic Nature ScenicCruises Nature Cruises & & TwilightCruises Dinner Cruises Twilight Dinner

Just minutes away from Mesa, Scottsdale, and Phoenix, Arizona Daily Nature Cruises and Twilight Dinner Cruises

Scenic Nature Cruises & Twilight Dinner Cruises

PROGRAMS FOR THE ARTS | ON STAGE THE RED BOOK | WHERE TRAVELER

ONMEDIAAZ.COM

16802 AZ-88, Tortilla Flat

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

480.827.9144

dollysteamboat.com

MAY 2 0 2 1

dollysteamboat.com

EXPLORE 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; 21156 S. Ellsworth Loop Road, Queen Creek, 480.825.7931. www.barrioqueen.com South of Valley Map Z27 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

come in

GEt hooked Come in and get hooked on the best in fresh and sustainable seafood. Enjoy our oyster and sushi bar, happy hour, and a seafood market.

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

1720 east camelback rd tel 602 277 fish ( 3474 )

bl uewaterg ril l .com

OY S T E R B A R · S U S H I B A R · H A P P Y H O U R · S E A FO O D M A R K E T

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

EXPLORE Destinations TALKING STICK ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT— This area includes destinations such as Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Octane Raceway, Topgolf Scottsdale, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick; The Pavilions at Talking Stick shopping area; Talking Stick Resort and Great Wolf Lodge; and so many other ways to play, stay, shop, and eat. 9120 E. Talking Stick Way, Ste. E-10, 480.362.2700; ww.talkingstickarizona.com Valley Map L19 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 RAINBOW RYDERS—Daily hot air balloon flights above Phoenix and Scottsdale. 1.800.725.2477. www.rainbowryders.com

17040 N. Scottsdale Road • Scottsdale, AZ • 480.614.1414 9290 N. Thornydale Road • Tucson, AZ • 520.744.1414 www.persianroom.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 THE 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

MAPS / ARIZONA 1_arizona_MAP.pdf

1/15/10

10:01:58 AM

UTAH

Fredonia

389

Lake Powell

Kayenta Navajo Indian Reservation

Lake Mead

160 Grand Canyon National Park

Havasupai Indian Reservation

Lake Mead National Rec. Area

Kingman

Kaibab National Forest

Lake Havasu City

Sedona Jerome 179

Prescott National Forest

Tonto National Forest

Blythe

Apache Jct.

Kofa National Wildlife Refuge

Gila River Indian Community

River Gila

Casa Grande

Gila Bend

Yuma

Coolidge Eloy

B la

Globe San Carlos Lake

Tohono O’odham Indian Reservation

Lukeville

Clifton

Sells

286

Willcox 186

Benson

Green Valley

V W

Tombstone 191

Nogales

MEXICO

Sierra Vista

Bisbee Douglas

Nogales, Mexico

100

W HERETRAVELER P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE ®

T Coronado National Forest

191

Marana

Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point) SCALE IN MILES

Safford

Oracle

Sea of Cortez

ver Ri

San Carlos Indian Reservation

TUCSON

Sonoita

Ajo

Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge

Florence

60 260

Superior 87

Fort Apache Indian Reservation

St. Johns PinetopLakeside

PHOENIX

191

Show Low

180

377

260

Lake Pleasant

CMY

Holbrook

Payson

Petrified Forest National Park

Heber

Wickenburg

Coconino National Forest

Parker

Ganado

Winslow

180

Camp Verde

Window Rock

Prescott

CALIFORNIA

FLAGSTAFF FLAGSTAFF

ra do R

Williams

Bullhead City

264

er iv

180

Canyon De Chelly National Monument

Hopi Indian Reservation

ol o le C Litt

Laughlin

D 191

Chinle

Tuba City

Hualapai Indian Reservation

Kaibab National Forest

163

Page

NEVADA

LAS VEGAS VEGAS

11 MAY 2 0 2 1

CMY

MCDOWELL RD

PALM LANE

JACKSON ST

MADISON ST

JEFFERSON ST

WASHINGTON ST

ADAMS ST Orpheum Theater

MONROE ST

CentralAve

ROOSEVELT ST

Phoenix Art Museum

Heard Museum

HooverAve

CENTRAL AVE

Encanto Blvd

2ND AVE

VirginiaAve

US Airways Center

Heritage Square

The Mercado

Arizona Science Center

Oak St

Phoenix Union Municipal Center

Chase Field

Phoenix Civic Plaza (South)

Phoenix Civic Plaza Symphony (North) Hall

Arizona Center

MONTE VISTA RD

Sheridan St

VAN BUREN ST Herberger Theater

POLK ST

TAYLOR ST

FILLMORE ST

1STST

7th St 7THST

Thomas Rd

2NDST

5THST 5TH ST

1STAVE

3rd St

3RD ST

6THST 6TH ST

iz o

4THST

CMY

EXETER BLVD M VD BL TE Y l T YE na FA Ca LA na

Fashion Square

PARADISE PKWY

2ND ST

1ST ST

MAIN ST

4THST

6TH A V

Scottsdale Arts District

1STAVE

e Av A h g 5t pin p o Sh

a re

ON TS TE

Scottsdale Waterfront

Scottsdale Fashion Square

HIGHLAND AVE A

Old Town Shops

5TH AVE

6TH AVE

STETSON DR

SHOEMAN LANE

CAMELBACK RD

MINNEZONA AVE

4THST

Scottsdale Center for the Arts

Scottsdale Mall

INDIAN SCHOOL RD

D O W N TO W N S C O TTS D A LE

MARSHALL WAY

D OWN T OWN P H OEN IX

MARSHALL WAY

WINFIELD SCOTT PL

9:52:06 AM

69TH ST

CRAFTSMAN COURT BISHOP LANE

SCOTTSDALE RD SCOTTSDALE RD

BUCKBOARD TR.

1/15/10

10 H

Tempe Diablo Stadium

Salt River

202

W A SHI N GTON

Papago Park

Phoenix Zoo

METRO Light Rail

Y KW

Sun Devil Stadium

BASELINE RD

Ray Rd

SCALE IN MILES

Kiwanis Community Park

Arizona Wes SUPERSTITION FREEWAY ter nC Mills an al Mall

SOUTHERN AVE

BROADWAY RD

Lak e

APACHE BLVD

Arizona State University

Tempe Town

Grady Gammage Auditorium

UNIVERSITY DR

Downtown Tempe

CURRY RD

McKELLIPS RD

DOWNT OWN T EMPE

RED M OUN TA I N FRE EW A Y 202

VAN BUREN ST

PRIEST DR

3rdAve

3RDAVE

MARICOPA FREEWAY

PRIEST DR

G ALVIN HARDY DR HARDY DR

4THST 4TH ST

KYRENE RD

BROWN AVE BROWN AVE

MILL AVE

73 RD

WELLS FARGO AVE

COLLEGE AVE

SCOTTSDALE RD

GUADALUPE RD

CORNELL DR

RURAL RD RURAL RD

McCLINTOCK RD

2_phoenix MAP.pdf

DRINKWATER BLVD

GOLDWATER BLVD GOLDWATER BLVD 70TH ST

. VD BL

MCCLINTOCK DR

R TE WA K IN DR

Downtown

MAPS

MAPS / VALLEY OF THE SUN 12

RIVE R

VANBURENST

ELL AP KWY

Skunk C reek

ONFWY BLACKCANY

CAV ECR EEK RD

32NDST PIESTEWA FWY

32ND ST

24TH ST

19THAVE 27THAVE

35THAVE

43RDAVE

67THAVE

75TH AVE

83RD AVE

REDMOUNTAINFWY

PAPAGO FWY

10 10

PHOENIX 17 17

BROADWAYRD

Sky Ha Int’l Air

SOUTHERNAVE BASELINERD DOBBINSRD

aR iv

Estrella Mountain Regional Park

NARRAMORERD

LOWERBUCKEYERD

Gi l

TUTHILL

10 10

Salt R iver

ELLIOTRD

INDIANSCHOOL RD

INDIANSPRINGSRD

EST R

91STAVE

99THAVE

SOUTHERNAVE

107THAVE

AVONDALE RD

BROADWAYRD

BELOAT RD

CAMELBACK RD

59TH AVE

107THAVE N ew

DYSARTRD

r ve

Pieste Peak P

GLENDALE

BUCKEYERD

AVONDALE

LOWERBUCKEYERD

BASELINERD

ELMIRAGERD

LITCHFIELDRD

YUMARD

17 17

NORTHERNAVE

BETHANYHOMERD

Tolleson

Goodyear

DUNLAPAVE

GLENDALEAVE

101 THOMASRD

Fria R i ELMIRAGERD

PERRYVIL LE RD

RD TUTHILL

AIRPORT RD

RD DEAN RD

RAINBOW

WATSON RD

MILLERRD

CEMETE

RY RD

IT TR

MCDOWELLRD

JACKRABB

SARIVALAVE

TUTHILL

Litchfield Park

AGUA FRIA FW Y

CITRUSRD

Luke Air Force Base

North Mountain Park

PEORIAAVE

Riv er

Youngtown

E AV

CACTUSRD

PEORIA

BETHANYHOMERD

ive

SUN CITY

GLENDALEAVE

THUNDERBIRDRD

UNIONHILLSDR

GREENWAYRD

OLIVEAVE

303

PIMA

7THST

BULLARDAVE

REEMSRD

PEORIARD

NORTHERNAVE

BEARDSLEYRD

CENTRALAVE

CACTUSRD

DEERVALLEYRD FWY RIA 101

BELLRD

El Mirage

WADDELLRD White Tank Mountain Regional Park

PINN

7THAVE

COTTONLN

PINNACLEPEAKRD

Sun City West

Ca R

JOYRANCHRD

17 17

HAPPYVALLEYRD

Surprise

GREENWAYRD

7THST

AN GR

7THAVE

Ag u a Fria R ive 107THAVE r

195TH AV

LLE DEER VA YDR

DEER VALLEY RD SUN VALLEY PKWY

N ew

JOMAXRD

HAPPY VALLEY RD

JOMAXRD

AGU 83RD AVE AF

PATTON RD

LAKE PLE ASANTRD

163RD AVE

DACERD

CROZIERRD

DESERTHILLSDR

CAREFREEHWY DOVE VALLEY RD

CLOUDRD

TO Sedona, Flagstaff

24THST

11 Lake Pleasant

32NDST

Lake 10 Pleasant Regional Park

16THST

MORRISTOWN–NEWRIVERHWY

TO: Wickenburg

16THST

7THAVE

7THST

51STAVE

NEW

ELLIOTT RD

Phoenix South Mountain Park

ESTRELLADR

RAYRD

RAINBOW VA

PECOSRD

METRO Light Rail

LLRD EY

PECOSRD

SCALE IN MILES 0

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

WILD

MAY 2 0 2 1

MAPS

24THST

16THST

NE RD E VI GR AP

Carefree

Cave Creek

32NDST

JOYRANCHRD

Cave Creek Recreation Area

BARTLETT DAM

7THST

EK R E CRE CAV

STAGECOACHPASS

DOVEVALLEYRD

EN QUE

152THST

168THST

McDOWELL MOUNTAINRD

OUNTAI

EL W

D EK R CRE19

RD ELL FT.McDOW

HILL U NTAIN SBL VD

PALISAD ES

USERY PASS RD

Salt River

COUNTRY CLUBDR

QUEENCREEKRD

AP AC H

ET RA IL

VIEW RD

MOUNTAIN

LOST DUTCHMANBLVD R

GOLDFIELD

TOMAHAWK

IDAHORD

IRONWOODDR

MERIDIANRD

T U V

VINEYARDRD

RD CRISMON

GERMANNRD

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

PECOSRD

SIGNALBUTTERD

CRIMSON RD SOSSMANRD

POWERRD

RECKERRD

APACHE JUNCTION

HAWESRD

POWERRD

RECKERRD

GILBERT RD

STAPLEYDR

CENTERST MESADR

HIGLEYRD

LINDSAYRD

ELLIOTT RD

Prospector Park

QUEENCREEKRD

TO Superstition Mountains

X Y SCHNEPFRD

To Tucson

202

WILLIAMS FIELDRD

PRICE RD

W SUNDUST RD WILD HORSE PASS BLVD

CHANDLER 202

APACHETR

BASELINE RD

ELLIOTT RD

WARNERRD

ELLSWORTH

N FWY

W WILLIS RD

BROADWAYRD

GILBERT

GUADALUPE RD

CHANDLERBLVD SANTA

UNIVERSITY DR

SUPERSTITION FWY

RAYRD

Usery Mountain Park

SOUTHERNAVE

COOPERRD

McCLINTOCK DR

RURAL RD

KYRENE RD

56THST

48THST S 40TH ST

PECOSRD

SANTAN FWY

60 PRICE FWY

Ahwatukee

MESA

McQUEEN RD

MILL AVE

101

MAIN ST

BROWNRD

VALVISTARD GREENFIELDRD

APACHEBLVD

Guadalupe

Phoenix outh Mountain Park

160THST

144THST

AR K

ALMA

96TH ST

TEMPE

WY BUSH H

RED MTN FWY THOMASRD MCDOWELLRD

ALMA SCHOOL RD

10 10

OADWAYRD

Fountain Hills

MCKELLIPS RD

DOBSON RD

143

K Saguaro Lake

202 PRIEST DR

Sky Harbor Int’l Airport

PIMA RD

HAYDEN RD

64TH ST

56TH ST

48TH ST

40TH ST 44TH ST

SCOTTSDALE

WY INEH BEEL

ARIZONAAVE

32ND ST

24TH ST

INDIANSCHOOL RD

MCDONALDDR

CHAPARRALRD

202

GILBERTRD

56THST

TATUMBLVD

40THST

32NDST

7THST PIESTEWA FWY

16THST

10 10

TONTO NATIONAL FOREST

PIMA FWY

Valley

Camelback Mountain

VIA LINDA

MOUNTAINVIEWRD DOUBLETREERANCHRD inda V IA L MCCORMICK PKWY Piestewa Peak Park VIA de VENTURA INDIANBENDRD LINCOLNDR Paradise

DMOUNTAINFWY

VD BL

SHEABLVD

7 7

BL V

CACTUSRD

V e rd e

64THST

Fort McDowell

BELLRD

F.L.W

THUNDERBIRDRD

McDOWELL MOUNTAIN SONORAN PRESERVE

PRINCESSDR

PIMA RD

HAYDEN RD

SCOTTSDALE RD

PIMA FWY

RIOVERDEDR

CAV ECR EEK RD

HAPPYVALLEYRD

56THST

JOMAX RD

128THST

SCHO OL D R

DYNAMITEBLVD

PINNACLEPEAKRD

118THST

DIXILETADR

136THST

LONEMOUNTAIN RD

LONEMOUNTAINRD

Z 30

THINGS TO DO

6 Y

Fun Ways to Get Around the Valley

es, you can always cab it, but for those looking for something different, there are so many options for fun and unusual ways to get around Metro Phoenix. WHEEL FUN

PARTY ON WHEELS

Did you know you could go off-roading… on a Segway? Tour the Sonoran Desert with a guide leading the way with Adventure Out West (www.advoutwest. com). Or, explore Old Town Scottsdale on a Segway with a guide through Scottsdale Segway Tours (www.scottsdalesegway tours.com).

Explore the bars in Old Town Scottsdale or Downtown Phoenix with a pub crawl on a party bike with Arizona Party Bike (www.arizonapartybike.com). These guided party bikes seat multiple people (and have an electric helper motor!), and feature LED party lights and a sound system. Drinks are allowed on board, as well.

W HERETRAVELER ® P HOE NIX +S COTTS DA LE

HAVE A TROLLEY GOOD TIME The buses in Scottsdale don’t look like typical buses. Here, they are labeled trolleys and made to look as such. The trolleys are free to ride, and connect several areas of Scottsdale, as well as several bus routes (www.scottsdaleaz.gov/ trolley). Those with a group can rent a more traditional, unique trolley from Dunn Transportation for a group outing (www.dunn transportation.com).

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS The Valley Metro Light Rail is a 28.2-mile light rail line that serves the cities of Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa. Not only can you can use it for transportation, but riders can also download the Valley Metro Artsline brochure for a list of arts locations—from

MAY 2 0 2 1

station murals to arts and culture destinations, to events, performing arts, and music around town—where the rail stops. www.valleymetro.org

TAKE A RIDE With Greenbelt Bike Tours, you can tour the Scottsdale Greenbelt (a system of parks, trails, and golf courses), Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park, or schedule a custom tour. The bikes are exclusive Fat Tire Pedal Assisted bikes. www.greenbeltbiketours.com

TAKE A RIDE Settle in on a pedicab for a tour of up to 20 points of interest around the Downtown Phoenix area, or book one for a pub crawl, through Phoenix Pedicab Service (www.phoenix pedicabs.biz).

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: PHOTO BY AN PHAM/VISIT PHOENIX; COURTESY ARIZONA PARTY BIKE; COURTESY SCOTTSDALE SEGWAY TOURS; COURTESY EXPERIENCE SCOTTSDALE; COURTESY PHOENIX PEDICAB SERVICE

IN THE VALLEY

Arizona’s Playground...

With so many places to play, you’ll need to extend your stay!

2020 WAS AN EVENTFUL YE AR,

but we worked ha rd to bring even more entertainment option s for you to enjoy sa fely alongside your frien ds and family! The Salt River Indian Community ’s Talking Stick En tertainment District is the bigge st and best place to play and stay and we hope that while visiting, you’ll find time to explore new propertie s like Great Wolf Lodge AZ , Medieval Times Di nner and Tourname nt and the USS Arizona Memo rial Gardens at Salt River. Salt River’s her itage of hospitality is shinin g through and we loo k forward to seeing yo u soon!

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community | Scottsdale, AZ | 480.362.2700 | TalkingStickArizona.com

Neiman

AtZ

Warhol

America’s Fine Art Gallery

Rockwell Picasso

Wyeth

Dali

AtZ

Miro

”

MBW

Chagall

“

American Fine Art, Inc. 3908 North Sc o t t sdale Ro ad • Sc o t t sdale • Ar i zo na 8 5 2 5 1 8 0 0 • 4 6 6 • 8 2 7 6 4 8 0 • 9 9 0 • 1 2 0 0 WA R H O L . M E

Where May 2021.indd 1

4/16/21 4:41:26 PM

Where Traveler Phoenix+Scottsdale_May 2021

Articles inside

One Block

Things to Do

Where Now

Explore