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Talented Chefs, Amazing Food, Inspiring People AHH, THIS IS ALWAYS ONE OF MY FAVORITE ISSUES AND DREADED ISSUES. Why dreaded, you ask? Because with every story we write, and every photo we showcase, I feel the pull to leave my desk and work behind, and head out to sample
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my way through every restaurant in the Valley. I mean, just look at these pages! Don’t
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Yes, Scottsdale, you are in for a tasty treat! This month is all about food and drinks—
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the prettiest, newest, and tastiest foods we could find. It’s easy to get stuck in a rut and find yourself eating the same things each day. I get it—we’re all busy, and we have our go-to meals that we know will feed the family. We return to our favorite restaurants and order our favorite dish every time because we know it is always amazing.
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This month, it is time to branch out and tantalize your taste buds. Try something new—you might find a fresh staple to add to the rotation. For this issue, we also caught up with Chef Gabriele Bertaccini. Most of you probably know him from around town and his legendary company Culinary Mischief, as well as Il Tocco Food (now Gabriele Bertaccini Experiences). He is also now the star of Netflix’s Say I Do. I spoke with him about the show, his career, and his super cute
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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2020
FEATURES 22 Sip and Savor Raise a Glass With One of These Fun Cocktails
28 Masterpiece (Dinner) Theater Culinary Artists at Work
34 ‘Life Happens at the Dinner Table’ Catching Up With Netflix Star Chef Gabriele Bertaccini
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40 Wine Down Up North Vineyards and Tasting Rooms Welcoming Back Guests
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Around Town
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Food & Wine
22 Hops & Vine 28 Artist’s Palette 40 Road Trip 46 Hot Spot 50 Lifestyle Calendar
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NOW OPEN: GABRIELLA'S CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN CUISINE Husband-and-wife business partners Anthony and Anna Barr recently opened Gabriella’s Contemporary American Cuisine, an intimate and comfortable dining space in which to enjoy relatable yet artfully crafted cuisine for the entire family. The menu features familiar American cuisine, including vegan and vegetarian selections, elevated and executed with the precision of the highly trained Chef Anthony. Appetizers include the Stuffed Cheese and Bacon Tater Tots, while entrées include the Short Rib Grilled Cheese sandwich; the Baked Creamy Pasta with baby scallops; and the Grilled New York Steak with wild mushrooms and red wine demi. GabriellasScottsdale.com
PHOENIX CANCER SUPPORT NETWORK’S VIRTUAL GALA & AUCTION RAISES $55K FOR CANCER WARRIORS Phoenix Cancer Support Network (PCSN) hosted its first virtual gala and auction for its 4th Annual Friendraiser, and raised the most funding to date supporting its cancer clients. The $55k raised will help the nonprofit fill cancer care gaps providing resources, guidance, and direction to patients and their caregivers. The event was live-streamed from Chateau Luxe, and was hosted by “Morning Mayor,” media innovator, and entrepreneur Dave Pratt; along with lifestyle personality & fitness expert Lifestyle Jules; and auctioneer Bobby D. Ehlert of Inspire Hearts Fundraising. There were auctions, cooking demos, and a concert.
NEW HOTEL UNDERWAY AT THE PAVILIONS AT TALKING STICK Construction is underway on a Comfort Suites, a
DANICA PATRICK LAUNCHES DANICA ROSÉ The Valley's Danica Patrick, former professional racing driver, recently released Danica Rosé.
Choice Hotel brand, at The Pavilions at Talking Stick. The hotel’s location is adjacent to Salt River Fields at Talking Stick—home to spring training for the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies. It is also near the Arizona Boardwalk, OdySea Aquarium, CONTINUED >
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Merit went to The Crusader, honored in the Best
Phoenix, Octane Raceway, Roadhouse Cinemas, and
Custom Home Over 8,000 Sq Ft category.
plethora of dining and shopping options.
“Gold Nugget Award winners reflect our indus-
The new Comfort Suites at The Pavilions at
try’s best, brightest, and most innovative architects,
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The National Quarterback Club (NQBC) recently
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announced that Roman Gabriel, James “Shack”
more. The restaurant's six Valley locations include
Harris, Kurt Warner, and Doug Williams will be
two in Scottsdale. USEggRestaurant.com
inducted into the National Quarterback Hall of
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Fame at the 2020 NQBC Awards Dinner and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Feb. 27, 2021. NQBC will also celebrate Tom Flores with the
Drewett Works was awarded with a trio of Grand
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Awards in the annual Gold Nugget Awards compe-
National Quarterback of the Year in professional,
tition, which honors architectural design and plan-
college, and high school ranks. The event will be
ning excellence and draws entries from throughout
held at The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch.
the United States and internationally. Additionally, the company was honored with an Award of Merit. Drewett Works’ Grand Awards were Seven
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ROMAN GABRIEL, JAMES “SHACK” HARRIS, KURT WARNER, AND DOUG WILLIAMS TO BE HONORED
SCOTTSDALE GETS NEW ART INSTALLATIONS
Desert Mountain, honored for Best Recreational
As part of the Valley-wide IN FLUX temporary art
Use Facility/Amenity; Tonal Harmony honored for
program, Scottsdale Public Art installed five new
Best Indoor/Outdoor Lifestyle for a Home; and
artworks in the southern end of the city.
Tonal Harmony honored for Best Interior Design
The artworks for IN FLUX Cycle 9 include
of a One of a Kind or Custom Home. An Award of
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FREE ARTS FOR ABUSED CHILDREN OF ARIZONA HOSTS ART FROM THE HEART Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona’s postponed Spring 2020 Art From the Heart art auction will now be held this month, from Oct. 21-26, in a virtual format. The event, which features the work of approximately 80 local artists, is chaired by Elizabeth Shabaker, Lisa Portigal and Lisa Greves, and registration is free. “We’re thrilled to bring the community a robust art gallery online to benefit the children served by Free Arts,” says Greves. “Art Auction is always a favorite event for our supporters. This year, we’re hoping they can relax in the comfort of their own homes with a glass of wine or cup of coffee and enjoy supporting the great work of Free Arts online.” The event’s featured artist is John Randall Nelson, whose work is held in collections throughout the world. Other artists participating include Barbara Rogers, Frank Ybarra, Jim Waid, Craig Randich, and Candice Eisenfeld. Funds raised during the auction benefit Free Arts’ programs and services, so the organization can continue to serve neglected, abused, homeless and foster care children in the state. FreeArtsAZ.org
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FOOD & WINE
Specialty Coffee— What Makes it So Special? SELECTING COFFEE BEANS THEN ROASTING THEM IS SIMILAR TO MAKING WINE. ANDREW ROBERTSON, DIRECTOR OF RETAIL AT PRESS COFFEE, EXPLAINS
ARTICLE BY ANDREW ROBERTSON, DIRECTOR OF RETAIL AT PRESS COFFEE
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THE SPECIALTY COFFEE SCENE HAS
out the big fruit notes in natural coffees, or the
EXPLODED IN THE UNITED STATES—
tea-like honey notes in washed versions once
AND ELSEWHERE—IN RECENT YEARS.
the beans are roasted and brewed. One cof-
Most major cities have at least one specialty
fee from the same farm can taste completely
roaster, and new brands and hip coffee shops
different when processed different ways. The
are opening constantly across the country.
roasters at Press try to offer different process-
But is all the hype warranted? Is the sepa-
ing methods continuously, as consumers tend
ration factor merely in the hipster décor and
to favor one particular type.
modern finishings? Or, is the coffee concretely different in the specialty scene?
The roasting team sample roast around 10 options in very small batches, and then
In short—yes, the coffee you find in a spe-
“cup” them—a process involving lots of
cialty (also known as third wave) shop is dif-
slurping, tasting, and analyzing the fla-
ferent from what you will find elsewhere.
vors. Roughly 5% of the coffees we try are
Aside from not having blenders, flavored syrup options, overly sweet drinks or air pump
selected, and then the real work begins— developing a roast profile.
pots, the coffee itself must meet a minimum
Roasting coffee is cooking. It is the mail-
standard to be called “specialty” grade coffee.
lard reaction and controlling the variables of
The “specialty” designation is the most
roasting determine the flavor of the coffee. As
important part of this quality focused move-
a roaster, you have the ability to highlight cer-
ment. Rather than deceptive marketing
tain flavors, but can also destroy a great coffee
words like “premium,” “gourmet” or “fancy,” to
quickly with even a small mistake.
achieve specialty grade status, a coffee must
The basic process involves preheating the
meet specific criteria and achieve a score of
roaster to a certain temperature—this is called
80 points or higher on the specialty coffee
the “charge temperature.” You then drop in your
review scale. This score accounts for farm
green coffee beans and let the coffee and the
level defects, moisture content, taste, and
roaster equalize before adding any heat. This
many other factors that all contribute to the
turning point is called “the delta,” and once
final grade. There is even a Wikipedia page for
you cross this threshold it is time to add heat.
specialty coffee, which goes into further detail
High and heavy in some cases, low and slow
about the history and defining moments in our
in others—every roasting process is different
quality-focused revolution.
depending on the beans. The rate of tempera-
In selecting a coffee, we at Press receive
ture rise per minute (RoR) is one of the most
samples from farms the world over. This
important variables in the roasting process. Our
green coffee can be naturally processed,
roasters want a smooth and steady increase
washed processed, or even incorporate some
in temperature, with no spikes or drops at any
elements of both methods. The processing
point. At 377-degree Fahrenheit, the coffee
method is crucial in highlighting the flavor of
reaches first crack, and with audible pops
the coffee bean, and is responsible for bringing
announces itself as nearly ready.
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It goes from absorbing heat (endothermic) to releasing heat
best coffees you can buy. But you will never see these in a spe-
(exothermic) and the application of heat must be adjusted to keep it
cialty shop—and for a great reason. They do not meet specialty
slowly climbing in temperature. If it stalls out, it is ruined.
coffee standards.
As it approaches the 400-degree mark, the coffee must be
Pink lemonade, bubble gum, lime, and cherry cola—these
smelled constantly and released from the roaster the second it
tasting notes are not uncommon in our offerings and must be
arrives at its perfect point. Knowing when it is perfectly done is the
experienced to be believed. Coffee on this level is like fine wine.
hardest and most important part of roasting. Skilled roasters can
Everyone has a different palate and preference, and finding
bring out nuanced flavors of the beans, allowing for different flavors
and experiencing the right flavor profile is half the battle—and
to appear when brewed.
half the fun!
Everything I have just described is true for all the offerings at Press
I will leave you with a sneak preview of our upcoming Allocation
Coffee. The beans we roast and brew are all specialty grade, and all
selection. It is a Canberra Geisha, and is one of the most sought-after
are remarkable in their own way. However, we also launched a line
coffees in the world. Blackberry juice and the taste of a very pricey
of truly unique and exceedingly rare coffees we call Allocation. This
cognac are extremely prominent in this coffee, and we could not be
new line of Allocation beans are typically high-scoring, hard to get,
more excited to show it off.
and come in very limited quantities. Through poor marketing and misinformation, most consumers would name Jamaica Blue Mountain, Kona, or Kopi Luwak as the 18
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Coffee should be a “treat yourself” moment every day. The specialty scene has numerous offerings for every palate, find what you love and keep exploring!
“One coffee from the sa m e fa r m ca n tast e c o m p l e t e ly d i f f e r e n t when processed d i f f e r e n t ways.
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Sip and Savor
RAISE A GLASS WITH ONE OF THESE FUN COCKTAILS AROUND TOWN
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ZuZu Mango Tango “The ZuZu Mango Tango is spicy, refreshing, and complex,” says Beverage Ambassador PJ Baron of this drink found at ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho. “We infuse premium tequila with grilled jalapeños from chef’s garden. We add mango puree, fresh lime juice, and Agavero liqueur, which is distilled from damiana flowers (known in Latin America to get you out on the dance floor and make you fall in love... hence the name ZuZu Mango Tango).” Baron shares that the drink pairs well with the restaurant’s brunch specialty, The John Berry. “The smoky jalapeño vibe, fresh lime, and tajin rim as an accompaniment to the grilled shrimp are on point. The mango, spaghetti squash, and tomatoes all complement each other, building layers of flavor that will keep you coming back for that next bite, next sip, and second round. It’s a great brunch combo, and available seven days a week.” ZuZu offers brunch, happy hour and dinner, and is also known for its famous dessert, The Show Stopper Shake. $14; HotelValleyHo.com 22
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Illicit Affair “The first description word that comes to mind is illuminating,” says Christina Demas, the lead bartender at Maple & Ash, of this drink. “The drink glows, once the first one is ordered, it turns heads. It is light, but booze-forward, it’s easy to drink a couple and not feel like you have a sugar overload.” This brightly colored drink is a mixture of Belvedere vodka, a house-made dragon fruit syrup, citrus, elderflower, and cucumber. Plus, Demas says, a few other secret ingredients to round out the flavors. “The [creation of] Illicit Affair was a joint effort between myself and Majdi Kayyali, our bar director,” she says. “We were looking to add an eye-catching vodka cocktail—something that was approachable and sexy. I joke and call it the Cosmopolitan of Scottsdale. It also shares the same name as one of Taylor Swift’s new songs. It’s easily become our top-selling cocktail.” The drink pairs well with the flavor profiles on Maple & Ash’s menu, including its Fire Roasted Seafood Tower, or one of its woodfired steaks. $18; MapleAndAsh.com
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HULA’s Hurricane At HULA’s Modern Tiki, settle in for the storm with this drink, which was originally created during World War II in New Orleans, where whiskey was in short supply, and then spread throughout the world’s island cultures where rum-based tropical cocktails are popular, and storms plentiful, according M. Dana Mule, the owner of HULA’s. The glass it’s served in is similar in shape to the “hurricane lamps” of that time. “The Hurricane is a celebratory cocktail with bold flavors, and a subtle, strong gust of ‘wow’ on the backend. Perfect for all occasions, or any bad day!” Mule says. The drink is made with dark, light and gold rums infused with pineapple and vanilla bean, and topped with tropical juices and dark rum. According
to
Mule,
“The
HULA’S
Hurricane pairs well with our food, since it all has a little kick! It’s great with Hilo Sliders, Poke, Thai Chicken Bowls, and Jawaiian Jerk!” $10; HulasModernTiki.com 24
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Grapefruit Basil Martini “We wanted to incorporate some of the fresh ingredients the kitchen uses into the bar program so there would be a great synchronicity between the food and drinks offered,” explains Billy Bessinger, bar manager at Fat Ox. The result is this Grapefruit Basil Martini, a drink that is a refreshing martini balanced with the freshness of bright basil. The cocktail is made with Ketel One Botanical-Grapefruit
and
Rose
Vodka,
Pamplemousse Liqueur, lemon juice and fresh basil. “It pairs well with the brick-grilled chicken and all the seasonal fresh cheese dishes Chef Rochelle Daniel and her team come up with,” Bessinger says. $16; ILoveFatOx.com CityLifestyle.com/Scottsdale
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ARTIST’S PALETTE
Masterpiece (Dinner) Theater CULINARY ARTISTS AT WORK SOME OF ARIZONA’S MOST TALENTED ARTISTS DON’T
the sumptuous menu of seasonal entrées, fine steaks, and
USE BRUSHES OR PAINT. Dishes are their canvases, and
exceptional shellfish. JGSteakhouse.com
menus are their art. This month, we showcase the most spectacular, show-stopping culinary masterpieces from chefs in
ARTISTIC AND AUTHENTIC: FAT OX At Fat Ox, Executive Chef Rochelle Daniel delights in bring-
several categories.
ing diners contemporary fare with bold, rural Italian flavors. FINESSE: OCEAN 44
Her vision comes from operating partner and local culinary
The Mastro family—founders of the Mastro brand, as well as
celebrity Matt Carter, who founded the concept in 2017. True to
Dominick’s Steakhouse and Steak 44—has long been known as
it, don’t expect traditional chicken parmesan or lasagna here.
the maestros of high-end dining in the Valley. At Ocean 44, their
Instead, delight in course after course of delicately prepared
newest venture in Scottsdale Fashion Square’s luxury wing, the
dishes with simple ingredients such as mushrooms, olive oil,
family swung for the fences and hit it out of the ballpark when it
anchovies and capers, as well as freshly-made cheeses and
comes to a fine dining experience. But while many of their concepts
house-prepared pastas small enough to still have room for
were known first for premium steak offerings, at Ocean 44 seafood
more courses, or a few cocktails. As authentic behind the bar
takes center stage. Upon walking in, you’ll gaze upon a raw bar with
as in the kitchen, Fat Ox not only focuses on Italian aperitifs
magnificent whole Maine lobsters and hundreds of oysters before
and digestifs, but expertly and precisely barrel ages some of its
passing the bar, which is more an art piece than basic cocktail area.
own spirits in the back. ILoveFatOx.com
Finally, when seated, expect both the truly unique—think Salmon Hashbrown “Pizza” and Oysters Au Gratin—and the ultimate in seafood-focused fine dining. Ocean44.com
INGENUITY: TALAVERA The Forbes Four-Star Award-winning Talavera is the jewel in the crown of the elegant Four Seasons Scottsdale Resort Troon North.
PRETTY AS A PICTURE: J&G STEAKHOUSE
This truly one-of-a-kind experience from the mind of James Beard-
Arizona boasts some of the most stunningly beautiful
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sunsets in the world. At J&G Steakhouse, which is located
Sanz brings contemporary Spanish flavors (not to be confused with
at The Phoenician, you can enjoy one of the singular best
Mexican) to the Valley from the second story of the resort, overlook-
views of Arizona’s sunsets, while being treated to a dining
ing the entire city and mountain-lined sky from every seat in the
experience of equally epic proportions. Dining is available
house. Her menus, featuring paella, jamón ibérico, and a laundry
both on the expansive patio as well as indoors, and both
list of globally-inspired tapas, are quickly becoming the stuff of
offer the best seats in the house thanks to custom-designed,
legends. Within Talavera there is also a small cocktail bar called
floor-to-ceiling glass windows throughout the restaurant.
Gin Bar, as Spain is the number one consumer of gin per capita.
Once awed by the ambiance, prepare to be blown away
Its focus is gin tonics, which are far more aromatic and botanically
by the Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, as well as
forward than traditional gin and tonics. TalaveraRestaurant.com CONTINUED >
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Fat Ox
Marcellino Ristorante
Executive Chef Sara Garrant, Bourbon Steak
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VIRTUOSO: SARA GARRANT, BOURBON STEAK As skillful as Executive Chef Sara Garrant is with her dishes at Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak, you’d think she got her start in cooking at the highest of fine dining concepts in the world. But, her story is way better than that. Garrant grew up in a tiny fishing community in Alaska. She learned to cook as a small child by literally grabbing the day’s fresh catch from the pier and throwing it on a skillet, in the oven, or atop a grill. Clearly fearless from a young age, Garrant approaches her kitchen today with the same gusto, and it shows in her food. Rich and robust with beautiful attention to detail, Garrant pours her heart into every single plate she serves. Of particular note is her take on Japanese A5 ribeye, as well as her arctic char. Oh, and don’t miss the duck fat fries with dipping sauces, either! ScottsdalePrincess.com/dining/bourbon-steak/ FLAIR: HULA’S MODERN TIKI While HULA’s Modern Tiki in Scottsdale is technically in the desert, thanks to its mid-century modern décor meets swanky beach party vibe and classic tiki-inspired cocktails, it always feels like you’re on island time when inside. The expertly curated (and always awesomely garnished) cocktail menu both pays impressive homage to the more classic tropical cocktails, from the Mai Tai to the Hurricane, while showcasing the talent of its mixology team with modern riffs and impressive updated options using fresh ingredients such as pomegranates, blood oranges, as
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well as top shelf spirits. HulasModernTiki.com MOTHER OF INVENTION: CHRYSA ROBERTSON, RANCHO PINOT For nearly 30 years, Executive Chef Chrysa Robertson has helmed Rancho Pinot, a seasonally-inspired restaurant in the heart of Scottsdale. She got her start working under Carol Steele, widely known as the godmother of the local culinary scene, and then under James Beard Award-winner Nancy Silverton, followed by fellow James Beard darling Hiro Sone. By 1993, she was ready to try her hand at her own concept, and chose Arizona for its home. Robertson describes her food as a melting pot of diverse flavors, much like Arizona itself. 30
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Her ingredients are meant to pay homage to the smells and tastes of everywhere from here in the Southwest and Mexico to the Mediterranean. Beyond leading the charge for hyper-local dishes in the Valley, in 1998 she started the Phoenix chapter of Slow Food, an organization dedicated to the pleasures of the table, and to the preservation and sustainability of regional culinary- and food-producing traditions. RanchoPinot.com SETTING THE MOOD: MARCELLINO RISTORANTE Romance is always in the air at Marcellino, due The Americano
in large part to the obvious true love of its owners, Marcellino and Sima Verzino. Most nights, you will find both at the restaurant—Marcellino in the kitchen and Sima tending to guests or sometimes even performing live music—stealing smiles at each other throughout the night. Building on this sweet chemistry is the dark and dreamy décor, with rich woods and dim lighting inside (including a bar space Marcellino himself designed with intimacy in mind), as well as seating on the two small, cozy patios outside. And then, of course, there is the food. Chef Marcellino was born on his family’s farm in Italy, and was raised in the “farmto-table” life before it even had the name, he often says. He has stayed true to what he learned on that farm all those years ago every day since in the kitchen, and the resulting menu makes all guests not only feel welcome, but extremely special, and in the mood for nothing but love. MarcellinoRistorante.com OVERALL ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE: THE AMERICANO Earlier this year, Pomo Restaurant Group—known for Pomo Pizzeria Napoletana and Mora Italian— collaborated with Creation Hospitality to launch The Americano. The 7,000-square-foot true Italian steakhouse—in the vein of the iconic Palm Restaurant— has an open kitchen with a wood-fired grill, dark booths, and a color palette of dark grays and light greens with giant art pieces throughout. The menu is equal parts love letter to hand-made pasta, rich sauces (hello, truffles!), butter-drenched steaks, and out-of-this-world cocktails that literally smoke, sizzle, and shimmer as they are delivered tableside
Talavera
thanks to an inventive, MacGyver-like mixology team. TheAmericanoRestaurant.com CityLifestyle.com/Scottsdale
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‘ L I F E H A P P E N S AT T H E D I N N E R TA B L E ’
CATCHING UP WITH NETFLIX STAR CHEF GABRIELE BERTACCINI
ARTICLE MICHELLE GLICKSMAN | PHOTOGRAPHY LINDSAY JENKS
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WHEN CHEF GABRIELE BERTACCINI TALKS, HIS PASSION FOR
Now, his passion for both food and people has taken him in a new
LIFE—AND FOOD—IS EVIDENT. He has an infectious enthusiasm for
direction—television star. He appears, along with event designer
savoring and enjoying, and for wanting to make those around him happy.
Jeremiah Brent and fashion designer Thai Nguyen, on Netflix’s Say I
Many in the Valley know Chef Gabriele, who moved here from
Do, which released eight episodes this summer.
Florence, Italy 15 years ago. His legendary company Culinary
The reality show follows a groom as he proposes to the love of his
Mischief—six courses, six wines, 30 people, roving locations—was
life—and the couple then has their dream wedding within a week
the original underground dining experience, and a coveted one.
with the help of the trio of experts (Bertaccini, of course, creates
He later launched Il Tocco Food, a culinary experience company in Phoenix, Los Angeles, London and Florence, now called Gabriele Bertaccini Experiences.
the menu and caters the event). The couples all have obstacles that they’ve overcome. “I love being able to hear and learn about each couple’s story,”
Bertaccini honed his skills at well-known restaurants in Florence
Bertaccini says. “I think nowadays we live in an exceptionally difficult
and Paris; was the culinary head chef for a well-known royal family
time where everybody wants to talk and nobody wants to listen, and
in Italy; cooked for former presidents of the United States, famous
I feel there is a need for listening, and to sit down and hear other
sports stars, TV hosts and singers; and more.
people’s stories.
CONTINUED >
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‘LIFE HAPPENS AT THE DINNER TABLE’ (CONTINUED)
“I t h i n k n o wa d ay s
“These couples have gone through
the end goal is something that is mean-
so much, and to be able to give them
ingful. And this was exactly that—using
we live in an
the gift to not worry, and the gift of
my love of my trade to develop [menus]
being able to say, ‘I hear you, I listen
using what I know about cooking and
exceptionally
to you, I see you, and please trust me,
entertaining, and the art of dining and
d i ff i c u l t t i m e w h e r e
I know that you are in a horrible place
the spirituality behind food and wine,
and you’re opening up about your
and using all that to tell a story—in this
story, and I’m going to take it, I’m going
case, the stories of the eight couples. It
to keep it, and then I’m going to create
just felt so right.”
e v e r y b o d y wa n t s to talk and nobody wa n t s t o l i s t e n , and I feel there is a need for listening, and to sit down and hear other p e o p l e ’s s t o r i e s .”
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something magical out of it.’ That was,
When Bertaccini isn’t cooking or
to me, what really got me connected to
filming, he’s spending time with his
the project.”
two dogs (you can often spot them on of
the show as well!), sharing adventures
whom were connected to each other—
After
multiple
people—none
throughout the world. He loves to hike
mentioned to him the that the show
and sail, and to appreciate the beauty of
would be filming, he took that as a sign
nature. He also loves to spend time with
and went to the casting.
friends and family.
“It was a way for me to use my
“I’m a social animal, as much as I also
trade to give back,” he says. “I had the
like to stay home by myself. I find so
chance to do TV before but I didn’t do
much comfort with people in my house,
it, because it felt very self-serving. And
with a glass of wine, and some pasta
I never wanted to do that. As much as
or pizza. So, if I’m not in the kitchen
I love being able to share with people,
professionally, I’m in the kitchen in my
I don’t need to be on TV. I want to be if
house—or sailing somewhere.”
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ROAD TRIP
VINEYARDS AND TASTING ROOMS WELCOMING BACK GUESTS
Wine Down Up North ARIZONA’S WINE INDUSTRY IS GROWING
an expansive back terrace. There are also Vitae
BY LEAPS AND BOUNDS. Along with it, the
Spirits craft rums, gins and liqueurs available
opportunity to visit vineyards and tasting rooms
to taste while there, and both massages in the
across the state has grown as well, especially in
vineyard as well as yoga and other programs
the regions of Page Springs and Cottonwood.
amid the vines available seasonally.
Each is, in fact, creating quite the niche for itself
Do not miss the vineyard’s small bites
as a tourism destination for wine lovers from
menu—especially anything served in a mason
around the country. Never been? Allow us to
jar. The chef up there is one of the sneaky best
help you plan the perfect trip!
in Arizona.
Fun fact: The vineyards of Page Springs and
Less than a mile from Page Springs are
tasting rooms in Old Town Cottonwood are
both Oak Creek Vineyard and Javelina Leap.
merely a 15-minute drive from each other. So,
Nathalie and Gary Carruthers bought Oak
while technically two regions, together they
Creek earlier this year with an eye to be what
make the perfect weekend getaway. And, no
they call evolutionary not revolutionary in
matter which you choose to start with, both are
their approach to winemaking and entertain-
less than 90 minutes north of the Valley.
ing guests. The vineyard is known for its live
Page Springs will give the more “vineyard” feel amid the grapes and vines, while Old Town Cottonwood offers urban tasting rooms in a town so small, you need not drive once you arrive. Within the Page Springs region, there are
music on the weekends, and always has a lively party atmosphere. Javelina is pretty squarely focused on red varietals, and only makes about 3,000 total cases of wine a year, making it super boutique.
four vineyards—Page Springs Cellars, Alcantara
Insider tip: Order a few of the bistro’s house-
Vineyards, Oak Creek Vineyard & Winery, and
made truffles to go with your wine tasting. You
Javelina Leap Winery—and even a vineyard-
will not be sorry.
meets-lodge called D.A. Ranch Lodge and Estate Vineyards.
Before heading back to Phoenix or en route to Cottonwood, be sure to stop at Alcantara, as well.
Page Springs Cellars produces Rhone-style
This family-owned vineyard, which is focused on
wines, working primarily with Syrah, Petite
sustainable farming and offers nearly 20 varietals,
Sirah, Grenache and Mourvedre. Beyond its
not only boasts a massive deck overlooking the
indoor tasting room, the vineyard offers the
Verde River and its vines, but kayak tours before
option to enjoy wine on the front porch, which
tasting. Don’t worry—the rapids are suitable even
is outfitted with oversized furniture, as well as
for beginners!
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Grab food and a drink at Merkin Osteria.
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Old Town Cottonwood is just 15 minutes from the Page Springs vineyards or Alcantara. Upon arriving on the cozy Main Street (yes, that is its name), the best plan is to set up a home base at The Tavern Hotel, a historic building refurbished in recent years into one of Northern Arizona’s top accommodation options. They have deluxe rooms and luxury penthouses, all with free parking, access to a private pool, zero resort fees, free wi-fi, and “guests only” cards good for discounts all over town, including several of the wineries. If up for a special occasion, the reasonably priced 2,300-square-foot Tavern Hotel Penthouse is well worth it. The Main Street of Cottonwood boasts several restaurants—notably Pizzeria Bocce, Crema Café (best brunch in Arizona), and Merkin Osteria. And then there’s the wine. At Burning Tree, there is lush patio furniture one might expect at a friend’s fancy pool party rather than at a winery. Directly across the street is Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, which has a lovely patio hidden behind its storefront. There are sips exclusive to the tasting room, as well as a full kitchen serving tapas, cheese plates, skewers—including duck, elk, and bison options—and even desserts. A few doors down from Burning Tree and more or less kitty-corner from Stronghold are both Carlson Creek Vineyards and Pillsbury Wine Company. Each offers wine tasting flights, as well as locally made wines by the glass and bottle. Joining them along Main Street are also Winery 101, which features wines from the husband and wife winemaker owners; State Bar, an indoor-outdoor bar with yard games and both local wines and beers on tap; and Small Batch Wine & Spirits, a family-owned tasting room with both boutique wines and craft beers.
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ARTICLE MICHELLE GLICKSMAN | PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID BLAKEMAN
An Ode to France
“THE INSPIRATION WAS THE CUISINE OF FRANCINE, THE MOTHER OF THE FOUNDER OF THE RESTAURANT,” SAYS LAURENT HALASZ, FOUNDER AND OWNER OF FRANCINE, WHICH OPENED RECENTLY AT SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE. “She cooks in the style of the French Riviera, with local and seasonal ingredients.” This new restaurant, which offers French Mediterranean cuisine—”light on butter and cream, with an emphasis on olive oil and fresh herbs,” Halasz says—is helmed by Valley native and classically French trained Executive Chef Brian Archibald. “FRANCINE’s flavor profile is Mediterranean, or as we like to say the ‘food of the sun.’ Everything you will find on the menu at FRANCINE will be similar to the flavor profiles and coastal cuisine that you might find right now in the French Riviera,” Archibald explains. Additionally, Archibald’s longstanding relationships with farms and purveyors allows FRANCINE to showcase some extraordinary dishes that are sourced from around the word. Some of those extraordinary dishes? The dinner menu features items such as Striped Bass, Steak Tartare, Bouillabaisse, Grilled Octopus, Zucchini Carpaccio, Salad Nicoise, Ratatouille Tart, Poulet Roti, Mushroom & Taleggio Pizza, Bone Marrow, and Seared Duck a la Provencal. For lunch and afternoon hours, the menu showcases a selection of salads, carpaccio, pizza, and informal and shareable dishes. There will also be seasonal flavors incorporated into the menu. The décor at FRANCINE is elegant and homey, created with beige, gray, and blue, with South of France design elements. “[The] cuisine is modern and vibrant, and the décor welcoming, making FRANCINE a perfect destination for many dining occasions,” Halasz says. FrancineRestaurant.com
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OCTOBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
1 - JAN 3
conceptual performance artist. It takes
dinner series continues with two
place over several exhibition spaces
dates this month. Chef Marcellino
LARGER THAN MEMORY: CONTEMPORARY ART FROM INDIGENOUS NORTH AMERICA
,and ranges in content from perfor-
will present a four-course din-
mance, sculptural installation, video,
ner, which includes an antipasto,
and document. The works on view
one of his specialty hand-crafted
will be activated through movement,
pasta dishes, secondo (entrée),
Heard Museum
sound, memory, documentation, and
and homemade biscotti for des-
The Heard Museum hosts Larger
collaboration–the exhibition will func-
sert. Each course is paired with a
Than
Art
tion as a living archive which contin-
different wine. Reservations must
from Indigenous North America, the
ually replenishes itself with content
be made by the Friday prior to each
largest exhibition of contemporary
throughout its run. Heard.org
event. MarcellinoRistorante.com
8
19 - 23
THE ABSTRACT, THE IMAGINED AND WHERE ARE MY CAR KEYS: MEET THE ARTISTS
11TH ANNUAL STARRY KNIGHTS
Wilde Meyer Gallery
which offers free lessons in horse-
Celebrate the Scottsdale Gold Palette
manship to kids and adults with
1 - JAN 31
ArtWalk Season Kickoff! View new
physical
work and meet three talented artists—
on
BEYOND: WORKS BY NELLIE KING SOLOMON AND BARBARA STAUFFACHER SOLOMON
Ryan Hale, Timothy Chapman, and
annual gala. For 2020, Camelot
Connie Townsend during this show at
is hosting a virtual event and
Wilde Meyer Gallery. WildeMeyer.com
selling Camelot Prize Packs, a
Memory:
Contemporary
art the museum has ever organized. It includes 24 artists and collaborators from the U.S. and Canada, as well as four commissions of new work. The exhibition will be accompanied by a fully illustrated catalogue featuring essays, available at the Heard Museum’s Books & More shop and online. Heard.org
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) presents mother and daughter artists Barbara Stauffacher Solomon and Nellie King Solomon in
Virtual
Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship,
the
disabilities, monies
depends
raised
at
its
box full of Camelot goodies that
12 - 18
will be mailed to participants.
TOUR DE SCOTTSDALE
tion, a door prize ticket, and more.
Recipients will also receive early access to the online silent aucCamelotAZ.org/sk2020
Virtual
their first joint exhibition. Perhaps best
The annual Tour de Scottsdale,
known for her 1960s Supergraphics—
benefiting the McDowell Sonoran
graphics oversized to the scale of
Conservancy, will be held virtually
architecture—Barbara
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Stauffacher
this year, allowing hundreds of road
Solomon has worked in graphic
warriors to keep the cycling spirit alive
design, architecture, landscape archi-
while still supporting the McDowell
tecture, drawing, writing, and more.
Sonoran Conservancy. Riders com-
Maricopa
Nellie King Solomon uses abstraction
plete ride miles on their own, and can
CopaBall, supporting vital commu-
and realism to tell stories, resulting in
ride the official Tour de Scottsdale
nity programs and charitable fund-
experiential paintings. SMoCA.org
courses, log miles around their city, or
ing needs at Maricopa Integrated
even in their home or fitness center on
Health System, now Valleywise
a trainer. TourDeScottsdale.net
Health, is replaced by this virtual
1 - 15 MARIA HUPFIELD: NINE YEARS TOWARDS THE SUN Heard Museum
This solo exhibition of Canadian/ Anishinaabek artist Maria Hupfield features more than 40 works by the
A NIGHT IN THE VALLEY Virtual
event
Health
that
Foundation's
celebrates
front-line
13, 27
medical
CHEF MARCELLINO’S WINE DINNER SERIES
engagement surprises, and will
Marcellino
The “Arizona-
chic” celebration features special musical
Verzino’s
guests
and
audience
be a live broadcast event in lieu of the large in-person gathering.
Marcellino Ristorante
Chef
heroes.
wine
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24 NIGHT OF HOPE GALA Virtual
OCTOBER
LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
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Hope Gala will have limited seating, and a full virtual experience for those who cannot attend in-person. Tune in for free for the virtual event, or purchase
an in-person or virtual table. This gala
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Mike Domer has developed a green thumb when it comes to selling luxury homes. Over the last 10 years, Mike personally sold 40% of the Scottsdale homes above $8 million. Until recently, he held the record for the highest price home ever sold in Arizona history at $17,500,000. Mike’s contacts and long-time relationships are invaluable in selling luxury homes and his marketing budget dwarfs that of his competitors. Mike, combined with Walt Danley’s experience in selling over $3 billion worth of the Valley’s luxury homes and Christie’s international network, provides an unrivaled formula for success. Mike Domer is the distinguishable choice for those considering buying or selling a luxury home. Contact Mike for a free consultation or market evaluation. Information data found herein is from ARMLS.
AUGUST 2020 TOP 15 SCOTTSDALE HOME SALES ADDRESS
SALE PRICE
BD
BA
11004 E Feathersong Ln
$8,250,000
5
8
11173 E Feathersong Ln
$6,050,000
6
6505 E Exeter Blvd
$5,700,000
9847 E Chiricahua Pass
SF
$/SF
11,045
746.94
6.5
7,698
785.92
6
9
9,779
582.88
$5,025,000
4
5.5
7,102
707.55
10247 E Running Deer Trl
$3,950,000
4
4.5
5,004
789.37
6116 E Exeter Blvd
$3,835,000
4
6
6,287
609.98
42088 N 108th Pl
$3,715,000
4
5
5,850
635.04
27971 N 91st St
$3,500,000
6
6.5
10,571
331.09
10641 Blue Sky Dr
$3,350,000
4
4.5
5,516
607.32
18951 N Silverleaf Dr
$3,300,000
4
4.5
3,850
857.14
9919 E Sienna Hills Dr
$3,272,500
5
6
7,520
435.17
9697 E Bajada Rd
$3,138,000
4
4.5
5,779
543.00
` $3,000,000
4
4.5
4,376
685.55
10163 E Santa Catalina Dr
$2,975,000
6
7
8,414
353.58
9965 E Cholla St
$2,900,000
5
7
8,400
345.24
37200 N Cave Creek Rd
FEATURED LISTINGS
Merit Crossing • 4 Acres • 9,377/sf • 5 Car • $3,995,000
Silverleaf • 12,329/Sf • 6 BD • 8 BA • $7,999,900
Desert Highlands • 5 Acres • 9,346/sf • 6 Car • $2,999,900
Silverleaf • 9301/sf • 5 BD • 6 BA • Views • $5,495,000
Silverleaf • Country French • 13,413/sf • $9,750,000
Troon Windy Walk • 6 Acres • 8,800/sf • $5,400,000
Merit Crossing • 15,534/sf • 3.4 Acres • 12 Car • $5,900,000
Estancia • 7,538/sf • 5 BD • 6.5 BA • Theater • $3,995,000
Scottsdale • Contemporary • 4 BD • 6,811/sf • $2,995,000
Glenn Moor • 6387/sf • New Build • Fairway Lot • $3,295,000
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