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he month of June is always synonymous with the beginning of summer. The days grow longer, temperatures begin to rise (for those of us in Arizona that means 100-plus degree days), the kids are home from school and a general sense of freedom and carefree fun seems to float through the air; making it an ideal time of year to take a trip or spend time with family. With Father’s Day falling in June too, it’s also the perfect time to reflect on all the influential men in our communities and lives—from star athletes and artists; to policemen and firemen; to teachers and coaches; to philanthropists and public figures; and of course, dads.

A key figure in my life is my father—a man who has been there for me through both the good times and bad times. From teaching me how to throw a baseball and ride a bike as a child, to enduring the countless door slams of my teenage years, to helping me pack up for college and then move into my first apartment, my father has always been there to lend a helping hand and a loving heart. I’ll always remember being six or seven years old, sitting on a bench in the middle of a park, a bright red Italian ice dripping on my hand, next to my father just watching all the cars pass by, talking while counting the number of out-of-state license plates that blurred by.

Although I’ve moved away from home and those simple summer days spent in the park are now just fond memories, I will never forget what my father taught me—how to appreciate the smaller things in life and all the people that make it so special.

In this issue we celebrate all things manly, from cool camping spots in the rugged wilderness to custom hot-rods from Barrett-Jackson and easy recipes for men to make.

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

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Culinary Creations

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Locally Owned

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

16 Automotive Excellence

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

2016 FOODIST AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

MIM ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) has announced Melissa M. Santana as its new director of institutional advancement. Santana brings to MIM more than twenty years of experience in developing fund-raising strategies for institutions in the arts and education. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music, where she studied music education and voice performance, along with a Master’s Degree in business administration, with a concentration in marketing, from the University of Turabo in Gurabo,

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Driver’s Notebook

Behind the Scenes with Barrett Jackson

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For four-plus decades, the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company has been synonymous with classic and collector cars. Every year, the company holds its popular auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale—an event that attracts hundreds of thousands of car enthusiasts and boasts total sales of over $100 million.

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or four-plus decades, the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company has been synonymous with classic and collector cars. Every year, the company holds its popular auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale—an event that attracts hundreds of thousands of car enthusiasts and boasts total sales of over $100 million.

While the yearly event, which is one of the biggest car auctions in the world, is very well-known among local residents, not as many people are familiar with the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company’s other offering here in the Valley: The Barrett-Jackson Collection Showroom.

As Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson notes, the Showroom was created to offer a year-round option for selling and buying collector cars.

“Additionally, we created the service department to provide ethical and quality maintenance along with highly-skilled mechanics that can properly repair and maintain these vehicles,” he says.

Since the Showroom first opened in November, 2014, Jackson says it has already become an ideal venue to sell, consign or purchase quality collector cars throughout the year, with a rotating selection of immediately available premium vehicles always on hand.

From everyday owners who wish to consign a quality collectible car to a billionaire or celebrity who has a large collection of cars to sell, both the vehicles and the clientele are all treated with the same high standard of customer service and care.

Prior to accepting any vehicle for consignment, or making an offer, Jackson says it is carefully inspected to ensure that the fit, finish and mechanics meet the high standards for which BarrettJackson is known.

“Our consignment process is simple – contact a sales associate at the Showroom and provide details about the vehicle,” Jackson says.

“We review and ensure that it is a good fit for all parties. There is

an upfront fee of $500, and the contract term is 90 days. After the vehicle sells, we take a 10 percent commission.”

The dealership focuses primarily on classic, custom, resto-mod and special interest vehicle sales and service, Jackson says.

“Not only do we accept high-quality vehicles on consignment, but we also purchase vehicles outright,” he says, adding that the service department is overseen by an ASE-Certified mechanic and is wellversed in all aspects of light reconditioning, repairs and service on almost everything – even late-model supercars.

“As far as purchasing a collector piece, due to our vast marketing reach and reputation for quality, we also sell vehicles to people from around the globe, including clients in Moscow, Australia and Mexico City, to name a few,” Jackson says.

In addition to collectible vehicles, Jackson says the BarrettJackson Collection Showroom also features a merchandise department that’s a one-stop-shop for a variety of BarrettJackson items that make for great gifts for oneself or another person. Shoppers can find t-shirts, branded hats, unique garage signs and more.

“We are even an official dealer of Piloti driving shoes,” Jackson says.

While the Barrett-Jackson Collection Showroom is a relatively small facility, Jackson says that all the cars in their inventory are rare, and each has an interesting back story.

The Showroom is located in Old Town Scottsdale, at 3020 N. Scottsdale Road, and is open to the public six days a week, Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and also by appointment. Tours are also given.

“We invite those who wish to have a tour of the back of the facility to call and book an appointment at 480.306.8210,” Jackson says.

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Culinary Creations

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Skinny Melon Margaritas Skinny Melon Margaritas

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Easy Cheesy Enchiladas 2 cups red enchilada sauce (15-ounce can, or see recipe below)

Repeat above filling steps with remaining tortillas, placing each

10 soft corn tortillas

in baking dish after rolling. Pour remaining enchilada sauce on top

2 cups shredded reduced-calorie sharp cheddar cheese

of enchiladas. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until sauce is very hot and

or Mexican Blend (reserve ½ cup for garnish)

bubbly. Remove pan from oven; top with remaining cheddar and

8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel)

parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with sliced green onions (optional). Bake

½ cup shredded parmesan cheese (reserve ¼ cup for garnish)

additional 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

¼ cup white onion, chopped (optional)

Yield:

1 tablespoon diced jalapeño pepper (or more for spicier)

Calories: 325; Fat 11g; Carbs 29g; Protein 25g. Cost Per Serving: $1.46.

½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon minced dry garlic ½ teaspoon minced dry onion 2 tablespoons sliced green onion, for garnish

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Simple Spicy Enchilada Sauce 6 ounces dried California red chiles 2 cups chicken stock 1½ teaspoons cumin

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1½ teaspoons oregano

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non-stick cooking spray. Place ½ cup enchilada sauce on bot-

1 teaspoon minced dry onion

tom of pan. In a large bowl, combine cheddar, parmesan and

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GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK If you're searching for a camping trip that will take you to Arizona's most iconic site, consider heading to the Grand Canyon North Rim Campground. Kim Hanna, the Arizona blogger behind camping recipe site Camping for Foodies, says the North Rim is ideal, since it's about 1,000 feet higher than the South Rim and much cooler. She describes it as remote and less likely to draw large crowds.

"The campground is filled with tall trees, awesome views and a lot of “breathing room,” which is really nice since you are not too close to the campsite next door. I love that less people means more wildlife in viewing distance from the campsites and hiking trails. From the campground, there is an easy hiking trail that takes you to the area with lodging, restaurants, gift shops and lookout points," Hanna writes in an email.

Besides checking out the Grand Canyon, you also can visit Navajo Bridge, Navajo Nation Indian Reservation, Colorado River's Marble Canyon and the Historic Cameron Trading Post, which specializes in Native American Crafts. Lodging and restaurants open in mid-May and close mid-October.

MOGOLLON RIM Located in Northern Arizona, to the southeast of Flagstaff, you can take in sweeping views of the Mogollon Rim, accessed by Forest Road 300, which features sweeping views of the sky, trees and the seemingly endless and diverse Arizona scenery.

"You can pull up to the edge of the Mogollon Rim, and there will be this incredible landscape stretching around you, and no one around most of the time,” says Annemarie Medrzycki, digital marketing manager at Arizona Outback Adventures.

The area offers hiking and horseback trails, lakes for boating and fishing, and creeks where you can swim.

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campsites

GROOM CREEK IN PRESCOTT If you're looking to get away from it all, but still be close enough to Prescott to grab a meal at a restaurant in town, Medrzycki says Groom Creek is the perfect place to be. There are many boulders for rock climbing in the area, and you can enjoy horseback riding trails throughout, too. Hikers and mountain bikers can head to Spruce Mountain, which is near Groom Creek, to soak up all of Prescott’s renowned woodland scenery on this nine-mile loop trail.

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Located

near

the

border

of

New

Mexico, Medrzycki recommends reaching this camping site via Highway 191.

"It's beautiful and well maintained. You can drive for an hour and not see another car."

There are numerous campgrounds off

"There's tons of incredible alpine scenery

the highway, and one can expect to see

out there, beautiful peaks to hike, a lot of

big natural meadows, wildflowers and tall

incredible trails and open areas," she says.

peaks everywhere.

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campfire recipes

SOY & GARLIC GRILLED HALIBUT FILLET Recipe Courtesy of Kim Hanna, CampingForFoodies.com >> START YOUR CHARCOAL >> MIX THE DRY

2 Tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons garlic powder ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper >> MIX THE WET AND COMBINE WITH THE DRY

1 Tablespoon vegetable oil 1 Tablespoon soy sauce 1 lemon, juice of (approx. 2 Tablespoons) >> HEAT AND OIL THE GRILL

Using vegetable oil (for grill grate), heat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill the halibut (4 halibut fillets, approximately 5 oz. each and skin removed). Brush fish with sauce on each side and grill approximately 5 minutes per side. Baste with sauce during cooking. Grill until desired; fish is finished when it flakes easily with a fork. Remove from grill and top with cilantro for serving (1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped)

HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE SOUP

Recipe Courtesy of Kim Hanna, CampingForFoodies.com

>> ADD BROTH AND POTATOES

Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil, then add the cubed >> GET THE CAMPFIRE GOING

potatoes and boil until they are tender. You’ll probably have to

>> BROWN THE MEAT

add a little more wood to your campfire to get the heat up to

In a Dutch oven, over medium-high heat, brown hot Italian

high for this. You will also want to put the oven lid on to get

sausage until no longer pink. Remove the crumbled meat to

the potatoes cooking nicely. (2 32oz. cartons chicken broth; 6

drain. (1-pound bulk hot Italian sausage)

medium sized potatoes, cubed to rustic bite-sized pieces)

COOK THE BACON, ONIONS AND GARLIC

>> ADD THE CREAM AND SAUSAGE

Add the diced bacon to the Dutch oven and cook until crisp.

Now add the hot Italian sausage back to the pot with the

If there is a lot of grease, remove some of it, you want a fair

heavy cream. Continue cooking until those ingredients are

amount to coat the bottom of the Dutch oven for cooking your

heated through. (1 cup heavy cream)

onions and garlic. Just before the bacon is crisp, add the onions

>> ADD THE SPINACH

and garlic and cook them until softened. (4 slices bacon, diced in 1⁄2 inch pieces; 1 large onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced)

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Summer Memories Escape to the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North ARTICLE DANIELLE ACCOVELLI | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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N

estled into the foothills of Pinnacle Peak is a sprawling

service here paves the way for you to have those moments together

resort seamlessly integrated with the Sonoran Desert’s

without any worries,” says Cole.

breathtaking beauty and naturally calming ambience. The

While it might be tempting to stay in the resort’s well-appointed

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is a place

rooms, these cherished summer experiences really begin outdoors.

where families, friends and couples can reconnect with the desert and

Start your day with an early morning hike along one of Pinnacle

each other, creating beautiful summer memories that will last a lifetime.

Peak Park’s many nature trails, viewing breathtaking desert flora and

The resort could stand as its own whimsical little town that recalls

fauna as the sun rises overhead. Then head back to the resort for the

the elegance and simplicity of Arizona’s rustic desert lifestyle in a

renowned breakfast buffet at Proof restaurant, as you are sure to have

completely immersive experience. Meander down curved pathways

worked up an appetite.

winding through the resort grounds and time seems to slip away

For a little bit of indulgence, head to the luxurious spa where a

amidst the troves of stately saguaro, vivid green cacti and bright,

group of skilled estheticians deliver the best of relaxation and pam-

blooming flora popping up from the dusty brown soil.

pering with bespoke treatments.

“We wanted to be in harmony with our surroundings, so a lot of the

If looking to spend some time with the kids, head to the family

landscaping is original. As it matures, it only gets more beautiful because

pool where fun, games and laughter are sure to abound; or for

it blends in with the resort,” says Director of Public Relations, Kim Cole.

a bit more privacy, bask in the shimmering blue waters of the

Rounding out the serene desert atmosphere are rows of quaint

adult-only pool.

pueblo-style buildings accented with wooden fixtures. These casitas

On Thursday nights, get in touch with the brilliance of the

all come with a gas-burning fire place, a luxurious soaking tub and a

Sonoran Desert during star-gazing forays that will allow you to

private patio or balcony, perfect for enjoying a leisurely breakfast or

truly appreciate the sheer vastness of the sky above and peaceful

sipping on a cocktail while watching one of Arizona’s brilliant sunsets.

quiet of the land. All experiences will foster unforgettable memo-

“You can see how everything just blends in with the landscape.

It’s meant to feel calming and relaxing because the idea is that the

ries for years to come.

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A CULINARY ESTABLISHMENT

The same care and attention that goes into creating each one of the resort’s signature experiences also goes into maintaining its thriving

helped her clean weeds for hours,” says Mecinas. “I really wanted my team to see the work that goes into planting a vegetable.”

culinary scene. Overseen by Executive Chef Mel Mecinas, the resort’s

Although Mecinas’ use of fresh, local ingredients and ever-changing

two main dining establishments—Proof, a classic American eatery,

rotation of creative dishes have earned him numerous awards and acco-

which serves up food and beverage inspired by the 50 states and

lades, he largely credits his success to his deep passion for cooking.

Talavera, a modern take on the classic steakhouse with wonderful-

“I always say that no one else will inspire or motivate you but yourself.

ly-curated seafood and steak pairings—make for a dining experience

I come to work everyday because it’s my passion, because of all the peo-

unlike any other. There’s also Onyx Bar & Lounge, where one can sip

ple I work with and the feeling I get when I go to the farmers’ market or

on a margarita and enjoy some of the best views in the west.

get a fresh cut of meat and my mind just starts creating,” says Mecinas.

Since coming to the resort ten years ago, Chef Mecinas has

Whether spending time with the family by the pool, savoring the

refreshed and revitalized its dining scene with his always innovative

resort’s sumptuous cuisine or just admiring the breathtaking desert

dishes and dedication to using locally-sourced ingredients.

views, a stay at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North is

Chef Mecinas truly takes his cooking back to the land, establishing

sure to foster unforgettable summer memories.

life-long friendships with local farmers. He even takes trips with his culinary team to some of his favorite spots, including Maya’s Farm

To share your summer story, and for a chance to win one of three getaways

at South Mountain, Queen Creek Olive Mill and Sunizona Farms, so

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“After a big rain storm a few years ago, I took my team up to Maya’s

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Parting Thoughts

Outgrowing Daddy WORDS KORY KILMER

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ver since my son began to speak, the majority of his sentences have been punctuated by the same word.

“I had a great day at school today, Daddy!”

“Can we have tacos for dinner tonight, Daddy?”

“I love you too, Daddy.”

These last few years, however, especially as we approached the end of his elementary school days this spring, the word doesn’t seem to get thrown around with the same fervor as it did when he was smaller. It makes sense, I get it. I was there, too, once. It just gets to the point where saying it isn’t cool.

That certainly doesn’t mean I have to like it.

There is a pretty easy metaphor of growing-up as the constant opening and closing of different chapters that, when binded together, comprise the multi-layered novel that is childhood. Many of those chapters have already played out with my son, of course. He learned to walk and talk almost a decade ago, and my head is full of other monumental occasions such as his first day of kindergarten, finally taking the training wheels off his bike, and more recently, the arrival of double-digit birthdays.

Looking back though, it has been those little moments that I seem to treasure the most—letting him win at a game of Go Fish or Chutes and Ladders, pretending I loved the movie Cars as much

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during the 100th time we watched it together as I did our first, or not quite staying in between the lines while coloring at the kitchen table.

Yet all those memories seem to have been accompanied with that one simple word.

“Thank you, Daddy!”

“Do you want to play with me, Daddy?”

“Goodnight, Daddy.”

We have arrived at the point where the tears no longer flow over every little thing, and where a trip to the ice cream store does not fix a bad day like it used to. But when I talk to my son now, I can see his mind go places I had not yet seen it go before, and it is exciting to watch it unfold. Now when we talk he can articulate hopes and fears, work through concepts and ideas, and begin to lay out a simplified trajectory for his developing dreams that when listening to, make me realize that he still thinks he is capable of anything.

But in all of that dialogue, “Daddy” seems to be slowly fading away, replaced with this new character that’s taking a bit of getting used to.

I will be the first to admit to being far from perfect, and this whole parenting thing has been a case study in learning on the fly. Yet every time I look at my son, I cannot help but feel proud to see the man he is becoming, in spite of my many mistakes and overreactions along the way.

Here’s to the future, because I can only image that hearing, “I love you too, Dad,” is not all that bad, either.

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