Sunday, July 11, 2010

New blog - Wander With Wonder

Don't miss out on great travel stories and insights. I've started a new blog and all of my travel adventures will be highlighted there. Stop over at Wander With Wonder: Around the world or across the street.

Wander With Wonder is all about life’s “WOW” moments. Whether you travel around the world or simply across the street, there’s wonder everywhere. Finding those great places to eat, a quiet corner to sit and reflect, a hotel room that enfolds you in luxury, a destination that takes your breath away, or a coffee shop that lets you contemplate life are the moments that make traveling exciting. Come along as we Wander With Wonder…Visit http://www.wanderwithwonder.com and be sure to subscribe to keep updated on all the latest travel wonders.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Taste 2010 was a gift for the culinary senses



Taste 2010, held at Kierland Commons in Scottsdale, Arizona on April 11, 2010, was definitely a culinary dream come true.

Potato gnocchi from Barney's New York at Scottsdale Fashion Square and Veuve Cliquot Champagne. I didn't think life could get much better. But Taste 2010 was filled with exceptional food from 50 of the Valley's finest restaurants, wines from around the world, and beers from across the globe. More here...

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Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Taste 2010, A World of Flavors culinary event heats up Scottsdale April 10 - 11


Taste 2010, A World of Flavors, is one of Arizona's premiere culinary events. The 36th annual culinary event is held Saturday and Sunday, April 10 - 11, 2010, at Kierland Commons and The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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Thursday, April 1, 2010

Easter brunch served up luxury style in Phoenix

Easter brunch served up luxury style in Phoenix

Check out this great list of Phoenix-area brunches for Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010
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Sunday, February 7, 2010

El Pina Diablo Margarita is one wonder just around the corner


I have the pleasure of enjoying the El Pina Diablo Margarita (well, several of them) at the Fairmont Scottsdale the other night. And thank goodness every wonderful thing in this world doesn't have to be far far away. Fortunately for me, I was staying at the resort and could savor this margarita the way it was intended to be savored.

The Margarita begins 100% Pure Blue Agave Cruz Tequila, which is based in Scottsdale, AZ and is the flagship brand of Los Diablos, known for its exceptional sipping quality.

First step is to make the Pineapple-Serrano Chile Infusion. You will pour one bottle of Silver Cruz Tequila in a plastic container and add one Serrano Chile, diced. Add a 1/2 medium pineapple, diced, into the container with the Tequila. Place in refrigerator for 2 days, checking daily for desired flavor.

One you have your infused tequila, you are ready to create your perfect margarita:

El Pina Diablo Margarita
1.5 oz. Pineapple-Serrano Chile Infused equila
1/2 oz. Agave Nectar
Fill with homemade Sour Mix
Dash of Pineapple Juice
Shake and pour over ice
Garnish with Serrano Chiles

Don't know how to make Homemade Sour Mix? Try this:
One Gallon Fresh Lime Juice
3/4 Gallon Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2 Gallon Simple Syrup
One Gallon Water
Mix together (add more or less of each ingredient for the desired flavor)

Of course, you can also visit La Hacienda at Fairmont Scottsdale and let them fix one for you. Check out all the details here.

Pick up your own bottle of Cruz Tequila in the Valley at almost any Walgreens, Albertson's, BevMo, AJ's Finest Foods, or Safeway.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Miracle on 24th Street holiday shopping package at Arizona Biltmore


Miracle on 24th Street holiday shopping package at Arizona Biltmore

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