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LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2020 PUBLISHER

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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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you feel your taste buds calling to you?

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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.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Alison Bailin Batz, Andrew Robertson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Lindsay Jenks

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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ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

For those of you who are ready for a road trip, pack the car and head north to some

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

of Arizona’s wineries. We give you the low-down on the area.

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Read through these pages and be inspired—this Valley is full of amazingly talented

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chefs and mixologists. As for me, I’ll see you at the restaurants!

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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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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

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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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“Rosé is so accessible,” Patrick explains. “It suits all occasions and almost everybody loves it. Having Danica Rosé was just a way to take this mindset and idea of connecting people through the wine, through the time you are spending consuming it, to connect and create memories.” DanicaRoseWine.com

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.

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Merit went to The Crusader, honored in the Best

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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”

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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

Legacy Recognition Award™, and will name the

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

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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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Artist Newt Grover FINE ART BY DESIGN CUSTOM BLOWN GLASS UNIQUE COLLABORATIVE PIECES ONE OF A KIND Hutchison; Meditation on Fragmented Space by Daniel Mariotti; and three separate pieces, installed together, by John David Yanke: Secondary Effusion, Stored Echoes and To Atone. All three artists are based in the Valley.

The pieces will be on display for about a year. For locations, visit ScottsdalePublicArt.org/work/ in-flux-cycle-9.

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.

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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.

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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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HOPS & VINE

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.”

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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.

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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

nominated Executive Chef and Chopped competitor Samantha

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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J&G Steakhouse

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

Ocean 44. Photo by J Martin Harris Photography

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.

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Rancho Pinot

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.

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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.

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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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ROAD TRIP (CONTINUED)

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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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

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engagement surprises, and will

Marcellino

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Verzino’s

guests

and

audience

be a live broadcast event in lieu of the large in-person gathering.

Marcellino Ristorante

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heroes.

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OCTOBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

This year's Gatsby-themed Night of

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

is the reason Amanda Hope Rainbow

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24 WISHES FOR WILDLIFE Virtual

Join Liberty Wildlife for this inspiring and wickedly fun evening in the comfort of your own home. The Halloween-themed event will include a virtual costume contest, silent auction, dramatic native wildlife program, rare look-behind-the-scenes at Liberty Wildlife, and hosted tables will receive an exquisite charcuterie board and wine package courtesy of M Catering. LibertyWildlife.org

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BUYING or SELLING?

SCOTTSDALE TOP 15

Make The Right Move With

MIKE DOMER

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

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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

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