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May 2019
Kentucky Derby Lawn Party at Bourbon Steak at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Who's ready for the BEST Kentucky Derby party in town? The Derby festivities held at The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess are truly like no other -- they go all out with multiple TVs inside and outside to watch the fastest two minutes in sports, plus live music, a photo booth, lawn games and more. Southern belles and gents, wear your fanciest hats and sharpest suits to compete for prizes in our men’s and women’s Derby hat and fashion contest. And the food, oh,…
Find out more »June 2019
Suds & Slides
Round up your squad and get ready for ice cold beer, spirits, water slides, summer bites and a dozen summer camp themed games at Suds & Slides. Happening on Saturday, June 22, 2019, the fun starts at 2 p.m. at Riverview Park in Mesa with grownups only activities including giant inflatable waterslides, tug of war, a dunk tank, three-legged race, giant pillow fight, mini golf, beer pong, life sized foosball, and a live action hungry hippos game. Suds & Slides…
Find out more »October 2019
Scottstoberfest
The first and only Scottsdale Oktoberfest has been announced! Scottstoberfest will take place on October 5th at the Scottsdale Fashion Square events area located on the north side of the mall on Scottsdale road. The event will kick off at noon and run until 5 p.m. The 21+ event will have live entertainment from Germany’s multi-talented performer straight from entertaining at Oktoberfest in Germany, Melina. DJ Soul Man from the original Valley-based Phunk Junkeez will DJ for the day. A portion…
Find out more »November 2019
Live & Local
Live & Local, presented by GoDaddy, returns to the valley on Sunday, November 10. At 6:00 p.m., Desert Ridge Marketplace, located at 21001 North Tatum Boulevard in Phoenix, becomes the setting for this annual event that raises funds for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale (BGCS). “We are very proud of how Live & Local has grown into one of the premier culinary highlights of the year as well as one of the most beloved fundraisers benefiting the youth…
Find out more »Five-Course Harry Potter-Inspired Pairing Dinner
Match Restaurant & Lounge invites all witches, wizards and even muggles to a magical evening inspired by Harry Potter himself. On Saturday, November 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., guests can savor their way through a five-course pairing adventure concocted by Chef Orlando Parker with spirited sips created by Match’s spirits specialist designed to complement with each bite. Menu includes: Course One: Polyjuice Potion featuring creamy spinach and goat cheese bisque topped with pistachio and radish. Paired with a Dark Magic…
Find out more »December 2019
Found:RE Studio 54 NYE Party
On Tuesday, December 31 into the first wee hours of Wednesday, January 1, 2020, the FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel will be transformed into “FOUND:RE 54” for an evening of glamour, elegance and, of course, disco to celebrate the end of 2019 and the beginning of a new year! Guests of the evening will enjoy a multitude of surprises “behind the velvet rope” as well as non-stop action to keep the party going all night long including: DJs and live performances Dancing…
Find out more »January 2020
Bevan Cellars Winemaker’s Dinner at Keeler’s Steakhouse
On Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse is pleased to host a special five-course winemaker’s dinner featuring complementary pairings from Bevan Cellars. Each course of the exclusive menu features dishes developed by Chef Anthony Apolinar designed to enhance the flavors of each varietal including: 1st Course: Steelhead Crudo with arugula salad, cucumber and Meyer lemon oil paired with Dry Stack Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County 2nd Course: Pan-Seared Monkfish with sautéed spinach, blistered tomatoes and balsamic reduction served with Ritchie Vineyard…
Find out more »Five Course Freakshow Wine Pairing Dinner at Match Restaurant & Lounge
On Saturday, January 18 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Match Restaurant and Lounge hosts a five-course wine-pairing dinner featuring varietals from Freakshow Wines and exclusive dishes artfully prepared by Chef Orlando Parker. Courses include: First Course — Creamy Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup with notes of caramel topped with Cracker Jack popcorn served with Freakshow Chardonnay, featuring grapes sourced from the Phillips family’s vineyard in Lodi Second Course — Candy Apple Salad with an apple medley and salted caramel, peanuts, brie cheese, and crispy…
Find out more »February 2020
The Cocktail Carnival
Saturday, February 15 (8pm - 2 am) The 2020 Arizona Cocktail Weekend kicks off on Saturday, February 15 with The Cocktail Carnival, hosted at the famed local art gallery and events space, Walter Where House, the kickoff party will feature live performances from national touring marching band, MarchFourth, an immersive light and sound display, art show, and of course, the state's most creative cocktails by the world's best liquor brands. Location: The Walter Where? House, 702 N. 21st Ave., walterwherehouse.com
Find out more »Top Bars – AZ Cocktail Week
Sunday, February 16 (8pm - 12 am) On Sunday, February 16, it's the return of Top Bars showcasing pop-up versions of renowned lounges from around the state, country and across the globe, all in one location. Hosted at historic warehouse turned hip event venue, The Croft, confirmed 2020 participants include iconic imports: ABV (San Francisco), Cafe No Se (Antigua), Happiness Forgets (London), Maybe Sammy (Sydney), Sweet Liberty (Miami), Katana Kitten (New York), American Bonded (Denver), Brass Tacks (Denver), Ghengis Cohen (Los Angeles), Roosevelt…
Find out more »Last Slinger Standing
Last Slinger Standing Monday, February 17 (doors open at 6:30 pm) On President's Day, the Last Slinger Standing bartending competition will pit 16 of Arizona's finest bartenders against one another in a single elimination, bracketed-style tournament, inside 7th & Union at Young's Market Company. Come cheer on as AZ's best compete to be crowned the year's Last Slinger Standing! Entrance to The Last Slinger Standing is free. In lieu of an entry fee, The Jupiter Foundation will be present at entry taking…
Find out more »Opening of Found:RE Contemporary
The Found:RE Hotel in downtown Phoenix is pleased to announce FOUND:RE Contemporary, a new elevated arts experience for locals and hotel guests. FOUND:RE Contemporary will feature visual and performing arts in three galleries, an art lounge and a number of auxiliary showcase spaces including mural walls, a sculpture yard, and much more. The innovative program will present emerging and established artists through a regular series of art exhibitions and special events in partnership with Artlink Inc., 501(c)3 a nonprofit that promotes…
Find out more »Mad Hatter’s Dinner at Match Restaurant & Lounge
I'm late, I'm late, I'm late! I'm late, I'm late! For a very important date! Sip and savor your way through this Wonderland adventure with our chef Orlando Parker and spirits specialist. This Mad Hatter Dinner includes five courses, including an amuse-bouche, each course paired with a unique themed cocktail. Amuse-bouche - eat me/drink me - a mystical potion Chapter One - Down the Rabbit Hole – a hearty vegetable soup. Paired with The Tea Party Cocktail Chapter Two – The Garden…
Find out more »March 2020
Five Course Great Gatsby Dinner at FOUND:Re Hotel
On Saturday, March 28 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Match Restaurant and Lounge invites guests to take a trip back in time to the early 1920s through the pages of The Great Gatsby. Inspired by the Roaring 20s era and character Jay Gatsby’s legendary parties as described in the novel, Chef Orlando Parker reveals five “chapters” of culinary greatness served with complementary cocktail pairings as well as an amuse-bouche and champagne toast all inspired by the book. Dinner includes: Intro: Amuse-bouche paired…
Find out more »April 2020
Smoked!
Arizona Foodie is dialing up the heat to ignite the hottest food event of the season. On Saturday, April 4, at Ocotillo Restaurant, located at 3243 N. 3rd Street, Smoked! returns to the Valley of the Sun, bringing with it a chef-driven “smoke off” hosted by Arizona Foodie and sponsored by Bulleit, Tanqueray, Mezcal Carreno, Seedlip, Four Peaks and Tequila Corrido. “After last year's successful event, I want to make sure that this year we bring that same quality event to the…
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