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o me, there isn’t anything more exciting to celebrate in this life than a wedding. To marry the person you will spend the rest of your life with, the vows you speak over one another... it’s such a special moment where promises and hope collide.

The Royal Palms Inn provides a beautiful venue for that very purpose. This romantic, Spanish-style resort holds a beautiful history and is the perfect spot for a wedding. Don’t overlook this gem when looking for a place to get married.

In this issue, Suki Jandu, the owner of Paradise Valley Florist, talks about the joy she feels when she makes people happy through beautiful floral arrangements. She’s truly got a gift that brings light to events, people’s homes, and more. The flowers she uses are her way of making this world just a little bit better. One organization in particular has gotten to experience Suki’s generosity in abundance.

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Around Town Boys and Girls of Metro Phoenix Hosts "The Big Event" Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, tasty beverages and more…all for a great cause. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix’s Connect volunteer group will host its sixth annual “The Big Event” on Saturday, May 2, at 5:30 p.m.

This annual fundraising event, which is sponsored by Inventure Foods, is a Valley favorite and is attended year after year by nearly 500 people. The festive, outdoor event will be held this year at the Museum at Papago Park. It will include tasting stations featuring delectable dishes from some of the valley’s more popular restaurants, specialty adult beverages, local entertainment and more than 200 live and silent auction items.

Last year, Connect raised nearly $100,000 through “The Big Event” to support Boys & Girls Clubs programs throughout Phoenix and the West Valley that ensure that kids have a safe place to go after school where they can reach their potential. Tickets are $125 per person in advance and $150 per person at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at BGCMP.org, with all proceeds benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix.

6th Annual Mother’s Grace Brunch Celebrate Mother’s Day with a tribute to Graceful Mothers and their inspirational work with a champagne brunch, shopping and a heartwarming and inspirational guest speaker on Thursday, May 7th. This year’s brunch will be held at the Paradise Valley residence of Sandy Metzler.

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their communities by helping others inflicted with similar circumstances.

This year Mother’s Grace board member and Arizona’s First Lady Angela Ducey will chair the brunch alongside founder and President Michelle Fanger.

“Mother’s Grace is truly a blessing to our community in service of families who have endured life tragedies,” says Ducey. “I have witnessed first-hand how Mother’s Grace stepped in immediately to ease the burden in an otherwise unbearable situation.”

Seating is limited for the annual brunch.

More information on the event and about Mother’s Grace can be found by visiting Mothers-Grace.org.

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain to Host Satori Meditation Retreat Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain will host its second Satori Meditation Retreat Oct. 4–7, 2015. Led by master meditation instructor Sarah McLean, the exclusive retreat will rejuvenate, inspire, and guide guests to a peaceful and more fulfilling life.

The retreat will include candle light yoga, meditation in motion, and mindfulness practices, complete with spa treatments at the world-renowned Sanctuary Spa, food for the mind and body via elements restaurant, and accommodations with no shortage of views in Casa Montana, one of the resort’s distinct private mountain homes.

Sanctuary's Satori Meditation Retreat is limited to 12 participants and includes accommodations, meals, choice of four hourlong spa treatments, as well as guided deep meditation and yoga sessions.

The Phoenician Earns USTA award The Phoenician’s Tennis Complex, one of the largest resort facilities in the Southwest,

has been recognized as the 2014 Member Organization of Year by the United States Tennis Association (USTA) of Central Arizona. The honor is awarded to the establishment that best exemplifies service to the community and to its members through USTA youth and adult tennis programs.

The premier tennis facility is the only one of its kind in the region to offer four playing surfaces on 11 outdoor courts, including a Wimbledon championship grass court, seven Plexipave hard-surface courts, two courts with the revolutionary Rebound Ace surface from Australia, and a Prestige Plexicushion surface on center court, which also features spectator seating. The Tennis Complex, with 10 of its 11 courts lit for evening play, is available for USTA league competition, tournaments and special events, and is open to resort guests as well as the general public.

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Casino Arizona Offers Free Country and Latin Dance Lessons The Arizona Room Patio Grill, a restaurant and sports bar located within the casino, features free dance lessons during select weeknights. Tuesday nights will focus on select Latin dance styles and will be led by dance professionals Nikki Di Giorgio and Jason Schenck. Di Giorgio graduated as a musical theater major from The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City. She has performed across the country as well as on Celebrity Cruise Lines' European tour. Schneck has been dancing for more than 20 years and teaching for more than a decade. He was on a National Collegiate Championship Team and has performed at various venues around the Valley.

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by Lania Lee, who has more than 20 years of teaching experience and is the owner of Dance Lane and the organizer of the East Valley Kickers Meet Up. Instruction on all nights begins at 6 p.m.

The Chateau on Central |Design Challenge Arizona Hits the Valley The Chateau on Central Design Challenge Arizona is a year-long competition featuring the best of the best of interior design and visionary elegance. The award-winning designers who were announced at a kickoff event in February are all headquartered in Scottsdale and include Beth McGehee of SB Design, Robert Burg of Robert Burg Design and Charles Glover of Charles Glover Interiors.

Throughout the challenge, the designers will each take their own individual Chateau from bare and vacant studs to beautifully designed masterpieces.

The event is the brainchild of Monica Monson, luxury real estate powerhouse and founder of Monson Luxury Group at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty. Monson, alongside expert judges Luis D. Ortiz, star of Million Dollar Listing New York, Kelly Persellin, publisher of Luxe Interior + Design magazine, and Oscar de las Salas, architecture, fashion and design expert and creator of whatwouldoscardo.com will judge the contestants which will be announced at the big reveal in February 2016.

Horatio Alger Association Honors Paradise Valley Entrepreneur Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, has inducted Paradise Valley resident Bruce T. Halle, founder and chairman of the board of Discount Tire, as a lifetime Member.

Named for renowned author Horatio Alger Jr., who wrote about the merits of honesty, courage and perseverance as the means to success, the Horatio Alger Association was established in 1947 to uphold these tenets, which are core to achieving the American Dream. To further its mission, individuals who have achieved great success despite facing significant personal challenges and who demonstrate initiative, resilience and excellence, such as Mr. Halle, are inducted into the Association annually as lifetime Members.

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Giving Back

A Family-Owned Business Spreads Happiness To Others With Flowers And Kindness Author Michelle Guerrero | Photography Provided

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uki Jandu, the owner of Paradise Valley Florist, makes stunning arrangements for her clients. She adds a memorable touch to their events, brightens up their homes or sends a touch of love in a bouquet. She’s magic with flowers and finds delight in making people happy. There’s one client in Scottsdale who is particularly grateful for Jandu’s service, compassion and creativity.

Jandu has been donating floral arrangements to Camelot Therapeutic Horsemanship’s fundraising events since 2010.

While she’s been approached by many worthy causes, and occasionally helps out a few, Camelot is the one program she helps out consistently.

“I initially agreed to provide floral arrangements as a one-off, I find it difficult to decide how I feel about an organization and what they provide, by a snap shot decision. I looked into what Camelot did for the community and how they have helped so many regain independence and self-worth, and they just make people plain happy. This is a very big factor for me,” says Jandu.

“I attended their yearly spring fundraiser, Hooves and Heroes, and had the opportunity to listen to people talk about Camelot. I spoke to those in the community that have benefited from their programs, and they won me over hook, line and sinker. I feel privileged to be part of something in such a small way that helps contribute to many lives in such a big way.”

Camelot is a nonprofit organization that teaches horsemanship to children and adults who have physical disabilities. They

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provide all services at no charge and depend solely on the generosity of the community.

They have two main fundraisers each year, Starry Knights, a fancy fall evening event, and Hooves and Heroes, a family fun Derby Day that takes place on May 2nd.

“It’s not just the financial component of Suki’s donation that makes her contribution so special,” says Mary Hadsall, executive director of Camelot. “She designs each arrangement based on our needs, takes the time to build them herself and often delivers them to our fundraisers and sets them up.

What she does for us is a mission of love.”

Jandu likes to get hands-on with the events when her schedule allows. At one Hooves & Heroes, she hosted a booth and helped kids decorate their own derby hat with flowers, ribbons, sparkles and other embellishments she donated. She even brought her son to help because she feels strongly about teaching her children the value of giving.

“My mother is my true inspiration in giving back. She's helped so many in different ways, and taught us to see, understand and help others in ways most would just not bother. My eldest son, Arnav, is now six, and little man Saaven is two, and both love being at the store and 'helping.' Arnav always enjoys coming along to events and the hat table was so much fun for him,” says Jandu.

Paradise Valley Florist was established in 1977 and has always been a family owned and operated business. Jandu and her husband purchased the business from its founders in 2009. Originally, she was a wedding planner in London.

Learn more about Paradise Valley Florist at ParadiseValleyFlorist.com. Come visit Camelot during their 14th Annual Hooves & Heroes Fundraiser & Open House on Saturday, May 2, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission is free and the event takes place at their unique wheelchair-accessible ranch located at 6250 E. Jomax Rd. in Scottsdale.

Learn more at CamelotAZ.org.

“There is nothing like the buzz around a wedding. It of course is stressful, but the reward of a hard day’s work, when you make someone’s dreams come true, feels amazing every single time. But the transition from doing just events, to putting a smile on someone’s face every day, was an easy one,” says Jandu. “We were fortunate enough that the business has grown with us and our family. I'm a proud mother of my two boys, and the youngest one loves to create magic with flowers already.”

Jandu works about 45 hours a week, on the exception of holidays and events.

She teases that on those weeks it would be easier for her to count the hours she spends at home. In addition to the flowers, the beauty of her business is that her family is often by her side.

“Giving back to the community is something everyone should do, whether it be in the form of finance or time; that part is irrelevant. It's about giving, and doing what you can to create a better environment, life experiences for others and childhood for our children.

We are molding them into the future adults of the world and I want them to understand that they have the ability to not only be a part of a community, but to help build a better one,” says Jandu.

“I'm a true believer of positive thinking and bringing happiness to others, in the hope that they will also do the same, in turn, for someone else.”

Jandu encourages everyone to do what they can for their community and feels a great sense of self-worth when helping a great cause.

“No one knows when the tables may turn and we’ll need our community to help us. This is what nonprofit organizations do, they serve a need. They are already doing great things and all we have to do is make a little effort to make sure they are able to continue to serve their cause,” says Jandu. “It's a power we all have and should not waste. It's our neighborhood, we all should take the time to find a great cause that we can help.”

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Financial Fitness

Capturing Love How making room in your budget for high-quality photography can make your special day last a lifetime

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ome call it “the most important day of your life.” Many spend thousands of dollars to create a fairy-tale event representative of everything that is style and perfection to all who see it.

So why is it that so many soon-to-be brides and grooms don’t take the same care in capturing that day and its moments as they do in creating it? Why would they take a chance on a “friend of a friend” or “someone who will do it for cheap” but who has no experience photographing weddings, as well as no proof their vision matches that of the couple’s?

While the cost of wedding photography can be daunting, there is no doubt that making it one of your primary expenses will be worth it in the long run.

“Photographs are the only tangible thing you have left of your wedding day,” says wedding photographer Jessica Wong from Jessica Q Photography. For that reason, Wong recommends setting your wedding budget early on and making adjustments to other aspects of the day. “I had created my own centerpieces with fake flowers and used the floral budget towards a great team of wedding photography and video coverage. Your flowers will die, and all the other stuff only lasts for one day, but photography is forever.”

Jordan Demos, half of the married photography duo that makes up Amy and Jordan Photography, agrees that no matter what your overall budget may be, that it’s important to spend more on the photographer and make cuts other places.

“When it’s all over, that’s all you have left,” he explains.

While it may seem obvious to have a photographer suggest that you set a larger percentage of your day’s budget to photography, their motivation is pure. Karie Denny is an experienced photographer. She and her husband, Field, comprise the fine art photography team of Ace & Whim.

They have seen countless brides get caught up in making their wedding the event of the year, but leave their grooms to feel helpless and flustered.

“Focus on being engaged and in love instead,” Denny suggests. “Weddings are chaot-

ic and fast-paced. You want a photographer who has worked under that much pressure before and can take the lead.” So instead of your Aunt Martha with the nice camera or your mom’s neighbor who offered to do it for only $100, an experienced wedding photographer can take the lead and save you some stress. It is more than worth the investment.

Another important focus in selecting a photographer for your big day should be your connection to the photographer and their work. Wong suggests meeting with them in person so you can ensure you have a good vibe. Meeting will solidify that both personalities mesh and the experience will be a good one for all involved.

“You’ll be spending more time with the person clicking the shutter than anyone else on the wedding day, so make sure you like them and can picture them as 'one of the girls' or 'one of the guys.'”

Denny agrees that a connection to the photographer’s style is also important. “There should be a connection to the artist’s work,” she explains. “If there is not and you hire them anyway, you may be disappointed in what you get.”

The value of quality wedding photography on your big day goes beyond a group photo of you and your cousins from New Hampshire that you haven’t seen in seven years. And it’s more than someone taking a photo of the bride in her dress. Demos, Denny and Wong may vary in styles and price points for their services, but they are all passionate when they speak about past couples and share a similar commitment to the importance of the day.

“Our goal is to preserve a couple’s love in its raw, pure, joyous, unfiltered, emotional state for generations to come,” Demos explains. “That way, 50 years from now, when our clients are grandparents, they’ll open their wedding album and feel the real, fresh, vibrant emotion come back to life. And, their granddaughter who just got engaged herself can see how much her grandpa truly loved her grandma.”

And let’s face it - party favors, open bar and five-course meals could never be (and should never be) more important that that.

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am Fox certainly has a knack for developing new restaurant concepts that the community will welcome. He’s done it again adding Flower Child to the list of 15 different restaurants under the Fox Restaurant Concepts umbrella.

Opened in May 2014, Flower Child brings together three important elements: healthy food, fast preparation and a casual atmosphere. A year later, Fox Restaurant Concepts is opening their second location this month in Scottsdale.

Phoenix Location

As soon as you step into the restaurant, you can feel an inviting energy. Everyone is friendly and enthusiastically greet you. They can help answer any questions you may have about the menu and its ingredients. The nice thing, too, is you can order your meal the way you like it.

I was welcomed by General Manager Sean Fundiller, who has been with Fox Restaurant Concepts for three years. During that time, he has worked in a number of locations with Flower Child being his seventh. He originally started with True Food in California.

Chef Zach Wethington also started three years ago at Sauce.

He graduated from the Art Institute of Phoenix, Culinary. He’s been a chef for more than 10 years, previously working as chef and general manager for Corn Bakery. He also worked at a country club in Anthem and another in Colorado.

“The competiveness in me is to strive to be perfect every time,” shares Chef Zach. “So each time I prepare a dish, my goal is to make it as perfect as it can be.”

Yes, using simple foods when cooked correctly hold so many wonderful flavors. It may appear effortless but a lot of preparation and know-how is involved for it to get those results.

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delicious vegetables and grains can taste when cooked using fresh, organic ingredients.

I started my tasting with a couple of the popular dishes – Forbidden Rice Beef Bowl and the Flying Avocado Wrap. The beef bowl is a generous serving of grass-fed beef, black rice, japonica, broccoli, carrots, onions, bok choy, cage-free egg and sesame seeds. The wrap is also a nice portion of grilled chicken, smoked Gouda, romaine, tomato, avocado and hummus. It was very fresh and housemade using whole wheat, flax and chia seed. After trying them it was obvious why they are so popular as they are fresh, colorful and tasty.

From the mix and match side dishes, I sampled the red chili glazed sweet potato, the quino cauliflower tabbouleh; gluten-free max and cheese and the roasted asparagus. The quino cauliflower tabbouleh is made with tomato, cucumber, mint, feta and lemon tahini. They were all very tasty.

Salads offered are kale, chopped vegetable, Thai buckwheat noodle, the granola, cauliflower Caesar, quino and Mediterranean. The kale salad is made with pink grapefruit, Fuji apple, black currant, smoked almonds and white cheddar. It was deliciously healthy. All the salads are made with fresh, organic, locally grown produce. I definitely will be back to try the other salads as the descriptions sounded wonderful. Protein can be added to any dish with a choice of grass-fed steak, all natural chicken, sustainable salmon, and organic tofu.

A Healthy Kids menu is available and includes broccoli with parmesan; organic smashed potatoes; roasted vegetables; sweet corn and quinoa; gluten-free mac and cheese; organic brown rice; and seasonal melon and berries.

Flower Child is an excellent introduction to healthy eating in a relaxing atmosphere. All the protein comes from ranchers who treat their animals with respect raising them naturally without additives.

“Every hour is happy hour” explains Souse Chef Jeff Moore.

“We serve two organic wines. Our organic beers include Hefeweizen and Kombucha, both on tap."

I tried the Hefeweizen and it has a unique tasted which I thoroughly enjoyed.

Chef Cole McCarroll joins the Scottsdale crew bringing with him eight years experience as a chef. He has worked with Fox Restaurant Concepts since May of 2012, starting at Blanco and opening Flower Child, Phoenix. Chef Cole graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in Scottsdale. He previously was the chef at Capital Grill, and at the Talking Stick Resort restaurant’s Orange Sky and Degree 270.

“I’m passionate about cooking and about eliminating the processing that covers up the natural flavors of food,” states Chef Cole.

He definitely is in the right spot as the flavors from the wonderfully prepared dishes will have you going back for more.

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Grand Opening in Scottsdale

Scottsdale residents are in for a treat with the grand opening this month of the second Flower Child located off Shea Blvd. and 90th Street. The same wonderful, healthy menu that’s served at the Phoenix location will be available with a few new specials. General Manager Dani Richter, who has been with Fox Restaurant Concepts for four years, has been the general manager at the Phoenix location. She also managed the Zinburger in Tucson and at the Biltmore.

“We are really excited about being a part of the community and bringing our healthy, fast casual concept to Scottsdale,” Richter shares.

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Arizona-Inspired Saying “I Do” in the Valley

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here is no better way to embrace the natural beauty and charm of the desert than with a Southwestern-inspired wedding.

With its majestic mountain views, sweeping desert vistas and array of brightly hued wildflowers and towering cacti, all brought together with a rich history, Arizona offers an ideal destination to say “I do.”

However, even in the most serene of settings, planning a wedding can be quite overwhelming at times. To help in preparation for your Southwest wedding, this guide offers both ideas and inspiration for creating a truly enchanting experience on your special day, without all the stress that comes with planning. From desert-inspired venues and flavorful cuisine to exquisite florals, stationary and gowns, we’ve compiled a selection of some of Paradise Valley’s most noted local names for a true Southwestern wedding experience.

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Venue/Catering: The Hermosa Inn

There is no better way to say “I do” in Arizona than being surrounded by stunning desert vistas that constantly call to mind the beauty and nostalgia of the Old West. Making all this possible are the authentic hacienda-style buildings and captivating grounds of The Hermosa Inn. Tucked away in the heart of Paradise Valley, this gem of a desert hideaway provides the perfect locale to host a classic or modern-day Southwest wedding. Embrace all the beauty the desert has to offer while exchanging vows on LON’s Patio, where a massive stone fountain stands centerpiece to the flowering cacti and brightly-hued wildflowers adorning this elegant al-fresco space. Follow with an equally elegant reception at LON’s, where custom desert décor and Southwest-inspired menu selections create an authentic Old West way to celebrate. For a more intimate occasion, The Hermosa Inn’s private garden features lush grounds dotted with desert

flora and a whimsical wooden bridge, creating an enchanting environ to celebrate your special day.

Flawlessly complementing the sophisticated Southwest charm of The Hermosa’s grounds are the authentic flavors of its cuisine. Headed by Executive Chef James Ducas, LON’s at The Hermosa Inn provides a selection of carefully curated Southwest-inspired fare. Start off with the Southwest tortilla soup; followed by Braised Arizona Short Ribs; and be sure to finish with LON’s signature Cowboy Candy Bars for a full taste of the Southwest. From its desert-inspired venues to the vibrant flavors of LON’s, The Hermosa Inn is the ultimate Southwest wedding destination. HermosaInn.com.

Venue/Catering: El Chorro

With sweeping views of the majestic Camelback Mountains, the grounds of Paradise Valley’s iconic El Chorro all pay homage to Arizona’s rich history, while providing gorgeous venues to host a Southwest wedding. For an authentic Arizona indoor-outdoor experience, try celebrating your special day at El Chorro’s Classroom Bar—the original bar setting of the establishment.

Adorned with its original and magnificently restored legacy décor, a towering copper fireplace stands as a centerpiece for this classic Southwestern venue. Another distinctly desert setting; the Casa Paloma Pavilion lies within the shadows of the Camelback and Mummy Mountains, with a series of exterior patios, fireplaces and gardens ideal for those looking to spend there wedding day among the desert splendor. The classic Southwestern cuisine at El Chorro—their famous sticky buns have been a loved local tradition for many years—also brings an authentic taste of Arizona to the table with a sumptuous selection of dishes that perfectly complement the abounding desert décor and scenery. ElChorro.com.

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Florists: Cactus Flower Florists

Setting the tone for a whimsical Southwest wedding, the flourish of desert-inspired florals at Cactus Flower Florists will make any wedding absolutely blossom. A Scottsdale staple since 1972, this family-owned floral boutique has been gracing Southwestern weddings with their beautiful desert blooms.

Evoking the dream-like qualities of an Arizona desert, Cactus Flower Florists create signature wedding bouquets and arrangement using muted blush tones and textured succulents that mimic the shades of the landscape, and pair them with the deep hues of the classic red rose for a contrast that exquisitely captures the enchanting beauty and abounding diversity of the Southwest. CactusFlower.com. continued >

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Stationary: Celebrations in Paper

Just like the topper on a wedding cake, bespoke invitations and stationary are the perfect finish to wedding planning. To set the tone for your special day, Celebrations in Paper curates invitations that flawlessly match wedding themes and make for perfect keepsakes from a day sure to be full of lasting memories. With their signature stationary reflecting the charm and character of the Southwest, Celebrations in Paper creates custom wedding invitations that flawlessly capture the beauty of the Arizona desert. Distinctive desert flora, majestic cacti and vibrant reds, oranges and greens painted on classic Arizona landmarks adorn the crisp white stationary of these masterfully-crafted greetings, expressing the ultimate Southwest Wedding sentiment. CelebrationsInPaper.com.

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Cakes and Confections: Ruze Cake House

Finding a cake that perfectly complements your personality and theme is an absolute wedding essential—and the most delicious part of the planning process. As the centerpiece of your occasion, this sumptuous sweet is the icing on a memorable wedding day. Enter Ruze Cake House—the name meaning “rose” in Czech—co-owned by mother-daughter duo Joyce and Jessi Rose Boutwell, who specialize in creating classic, custom confections from local and sustainable ingredients. With a growing repertoire of whimsical Southwest-inspired wedding cakes, Ruze Cake House reflects the charm of the desert in their desserts with elements such as prickly-pear cactus pads, artfully arranged succulents and fresh desert flora as cake décor. For a more non-traditional approach to wedding sweets, Ruze Cake House also brings the flavors of the Arizona to the table with creative confections such as prickly-pear cupcakes and desert-decorated macaroons, for a sweet finish to any Southwest wedding. RuzeCakeHouse.com.

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Gown: Mariee Bridal

Enhancing the natural beauty and glow of a bride on her wedding day is an equally breathtaking gown. Tailoring their custom creations to fit this sentiment is Mariee Bridal. This family-owned boutique treats bridal design as art, displaying eye-catching ensembles from leading designers to create gowns fitted for an array of wedding themes. Classic Southwest charm comes to life with an elegantly fashioned cotton crochet gown with a fitted silhouette and flowing bottom designed by Martina Liana. The vintage elements brought about by the crochet material evokes an Old West feel, while the light material works well with the dry desert clime, creating the perfect fit for a Southwestern wedding. MarieeGallery.com.

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The Royal Palms Inn The Perfect Ambiance for Romantic Weddings Article Kathleen Blair | Photography Provided

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erched at the foot of the Camelback Mountains is a secluded Spanish style villa that was built in 1929 by successful industrialist and financier, Delos Willard Cooke for his wife, Florence, to escape the New York winters. They named their 3,500-square-foot winter haven El Vernadero. It sat on 65 acres and took three years to build, including a heart-shaped pool.

Palm trees and beautiful vegetation were brought in from other countries for the entry, courtyards and gardens.

Cooke and his wife traveled extensively and would bring back items to remind them of their trips; many are still displayed on the property. There are the original tiles which have the different providences in Spain strategically placed in the walls of the beautiful arched walkway around the courtyard.

Wood beams made from railroad tracks are visible, ref lecting Cooke’s career as vice president of Erie. And, the original stone fireplaces definitely enhance the charm of this magnificent resort.

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It wasn’t until 1948, almost 20 years later, when the new owners added 15 casitas, that El Vernadero was converted into a small hotel and the name changed to The Royal Palms Inn. Although it has changed ownership a number of times through the years, it has always kept the grandeur of a remarkable resort. Today, the Royal Palms Resort and Spa has 119 rooms, including the casitas with private patios, six meeting rooms, an award-winning restaurant, a fitness center and a full service spa.

There’s something magical about the romantic ambiance of this property. Once you enter, it’s as though you’ve been transported to a Spanish town. The lush landscape, Spanish architecture, tiled fountains and inlaid tile add to the charm. And the designer casitas take it to a level that is hard to surpass. With so much history, it puts the resort into a category of its own. Mark Lindsey, director of sales and marketing, sums it up simply.

“Royal Palms Resort and Spa is the most romantic resort in America,” he says.

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With multiple, picturesque gardens and lawns, it would be hard for a couple getting married not to fall in love with the grounds. Three locations are available that will accommodate wedding guests based on the number attending. Small, intimate ceremonies can be held in Jardin di’Amore, The Garden of Love.

For weddings with fewer than 121 guests, the ceremony is held in the private Alegria Gardens. The area is like a secret garden as there is a closed gate which separates it from the rest of the resort. And, for a larger wedding, guests will be seated on the Vernadero Lawn which is surrounded by the resort’s beautiful ambiance.

The reception and dinner packages also vary by the number of guests. Intimate weddings under 40 are held in the Cervantes Lounge for the reception, one the rooms from the originally built home, and serve dinner in the Cervantes Salon. Another location to consider for a small wedding is the Orange Grove, as it’s an ideal setting for a Farmer's Table dinner with tables nestled among the historic orange groves. The Palmera Lounge and Palmera Salon are located near the Vernadero Lawn and can accommodate guests under 121. Larger wedding receptions are held on the Estrella Patio with dinner served in the Estrella Salon.

Included in the wedding packages is a personal “Shadow” who will assist the wedding couple with whatever they may need - getting beverages, food and anything else. A wedding cake of their choice, bar service and a champagne toast are also included. The ceremony packages include a microphone and sound equipment for the officiate, a personal greeter to direct guests and answer questions, ice water service and a casita for the bride and groom’s wedding night.

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Wedding dinners are prepared with the same dedication and perfection as the meals served in T. Cook’s restaurant. From the delicious hors d’oeuvres served following the ceremony to the mouthwatering dinner entrees, vegetables and salads, wedding guests will enjoy the award-winning cuisine. In addition, scrumptious desserts and late night menus are available.

There is a catering manager who consults with the wedding couple and assists them with their menu selections, helps with the placement of tables for the guest’s seat assignments and handles various details leading up to the wedding day.

“My role is to relieve the stress throughout the planning process so the couple feels confident with their choices,” shares Emily Glenn, sales and catering manager.

The wedding couple can also customize certain items to reflect their tastes and personalities. The wedding cake can be personalized by choosing the flavors and fillings for each layer and decorated to their liking. Dinners can be plated, served buffet style or served at food stations. And, colored linens can be ordered to coordinate with the wedding’s theme.

No detail is overlooked by the staff that is dedicated, knowledgeable and personable.

“Our grounds provide a truly extraordinary environment for the most extraordinary day of your life. Royal Palms has been celebrating romance since 1929 and our staff is passionate about continuing this legacy today,” states Erica Kline, marketing manager.

Once you visit the resort, whether for an event, a stay, dinner or a cocktail, I know that you will attest the resort has a signature, romantic ambiance all its own….providing the perfect wedding setting.

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Wedding Bells

Sunset Vows

A Whimsical Wedding at Hotel Valley Ho

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lanning a wedding on one’s own can be quite daunting. However, for Mike Duhaney and Natalie Pratt, planning their upcoming May nuptials has been an enjoyable one, full of love and support from friends and family.

The couple’s journey began in Arizona wine country, where Mike had planned to propose to Natalie during a weekend spent with friends. Everything was set for a romantic dinner proposal, complete with a chocolate fountain, on the day of their arrival.

However, a major accident along the way delayed the couple two hours, thwarting Mike’s proposal plans. Not to be discouraged, Mike planned the proposal at the same restaurant for the next afternoon, only for the group to decide on dining somewhere else.

Finally settled at the new restaurant, a slice of Oreo Cheesecake garnished with a brilliant diamond ring told the rest of the story.

Settling on the Palm Courtyard at the Hotel Valley Ho as the site for their sunset vows, the couple has strived to make their ceremony both a classic affair and flawless reflection of their personalities with a black, silver and fuchsia color scheme. “We loved the atmosphere of the Hotel Valley Ho and wanted to pick colors that would be bright and fun, while at the same time, staying somewhat traditional and timeless,” explained Natalie. And with friends and family flying in from all across the country to witness Natalie and Mike to finally say “I do,” the day is sure to be a truly magical one.

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or the better part of the last decade, Classic Cakes and Confections has not just been making amazing cakes for events for all over the Arizona and beyond. They have been setting the standard.

The company first opened their doors in 2006, after the husband and wife team of Neil and Ella Levinson decided to combine their talents and jump right into Scottsdale’s competitive culinary scene. But with Ella’s sculpting precision with a pastry knife that she perfected while learning the craft in Russia, combined with Neil’s construction background whose ultimate passion led him to become a master baker in Montreal, the couple felt they were prepared to find their niche by providing unrivaled, imaginative and delicious cakes that had yet to be seen in the Valley.

Like most small businesses, trying to get a foot in the door during those early years proved to be a challenge, but Classic Cakes continued to be persistent and allowed their product to speak for itself.

In an industry where referrals and wordof-mouth reigns supreme, over time the Levinson’s vision began to build momentum, and today have coveted partnership’s with Arizona Biltmore Resort, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort, The Phoenician, Montelucia Resort, W Scottsdale, El Chorro Lodge, DC Ranch and Silver Leaf, among others.

“We do cakes that not everybody else can do,” explains Ella. “We participated in a charity event at the Biltmore, and we did a gingerbread house cake modeled after the Disney movie Up. We took first place, but that house took six people more than 300 hours, and we even had to have an architect create a blueprint for us.”

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Their hard work has not gone unnoticed. Classic Cakes and Confections has been featured on numerous local and national morning television shows as well as numerous print publications. They are consistently at or near the top of every annual “Best of the Valley” list, and in November of 2014 they were named among the Top 63 Pastry Pros in the country by Martha Stewart Weddings magazine.

The Levinson’s realize, however, that all of their past and future success is dependent on having a platform on which to express their artistic creativity, and having chosen to establish their roots in Scottsdale has been key. The wedding season in Southern Arizona is a solid nine months and attracts couples from all over the world, meaning there is never of shortage of discerning clients who are unwilling to settle for anything short of the best.

“Being in Scottsdale affords us a cliental who allows us to do all sorts of fun things,” says Neil. “We just had a client who had just

received a one-of-a-kind Valentino handbag. She brought it straight to us because she wanted it duplicated in cake so she could have a party for her purse. We just have great customers, and stuff like that happens all the time.”

Classic Cakes and Confections’ also opened a retail shop in 2013, located in the Southbridge District of Old Town just south of 6th Avenue. There they offer a wide selection of cookies, bars, brownies, cakes, pies, and other specialty items, including a selection of treats that are gluten free. Items at the shop have a habit of selling out quickly, so the Levinson’s do recommend calling ahead at 480.994.9662 or getting there early if you sweet tooth has a craving for something specific.

For specialized and custom items, such as those for weddings and other special events, consultations can be set up either by calling the production kitchen directly at 602.795.9662 or by filling out a consultation request online by visiting ClassicCakesAndConfections.com. Their website also includes an extensive gallery of previous cakes as well as other information to help assist prospective clients.

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Celebrate the diverse artistic talents of Arcosanti's residents, workshoppers, and alumni. Sculptors, painters, photographers, ceramicists, jewelry-makers, digital artists, fiber artists and more will display their creations in the cafe, gallery and elsewhere onsite.

Visitors can view the exhibited work throughout the day, and make purchases in the gallery from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibition ends May 3rd. Arcosanti.org

Held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia G. Piper Theater, Ignite Phoenix is an information exchange for fostering and inspiring Phoenix’s creative community. In one evening, 18 passionate speakers from diverse backgrounds and experiences each deliver a lightning-fast, five-minute presentation about a current project or favorite idea. Ignite Phoenix’s high-octane nature and eclectic range of topics make each event unique, memorable and often inspiring. ScottsdalePerformingArts.org

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Join the Pueblo Grande Museum Auxiliary and author Lori Hines for her presentation Arizona History & Prehistoric Past of the Southwest. Hines presents the history of the ghost town Old Vulture City near Wickenburg, Arizona, focusing on the mining that started the growth of Phoenix and Arizona. Free. Open to the Public. Donations accepted. PuebloGrande.com

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Are you in career transition? Come and discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals to high quality resources and hiring companies. Three times a month; FREE. Each event includes professional career speakers with presentations on relevant job search topics, three to four featured hiring companies, networking, resume help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches and business portraits. This event is from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. at SCOTTSDALE – Highlands Church – 9050 E. Pinnacle Peak Road. Visit CareerConnectors.org or call 480.442.5806.

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Parting Thoughts

A Nice Day for a White Out Wedding Words Denise Snodell | Photography Provided

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ream gown? Check. Persnickety florist? Check. Top-notch wedding planner? Check.

Unexpected glitches? Check-Check.

I have attended and participated in many different weddings across the country. Every blessed event had one thing in common: some sort of unforeseen mishap. Amazingly, not one involved a wacky uncle + booze.

To all future brides and grooms, “zillas” included, the only thing I can advise is to roll with the fiasco. With every marriage, your sense of humor is necessary icing on the multi-tiered cake. You may as well start laughing on day one.

Here are some true-life wedding blunders from my own experiences…

Years ago, a dear friend invited me to be her maid of honor. We lived in different cities. When I arrived days before the wedding, we noticed my pink taffeta frock endured travel wrinkles - despite my direct f light, oversized garment bag and careful packing. “No problem,” said the giggly bride, “I’ll have my dry cleaner press it!”

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The morning of the Sunday wedding, my friend realized she forgot to pick up the dress the evening before. The dry-cleaner was closed with the maid of honor’s gown locked inside! Luckily, her groom and his buddy were freshly-minted journalists.

They quickly employed their investigative skills, tracked down the owner’s home number (via the fire department) and met the grumpy bed-headed man at the shop.

Hours later, I began my promenade down the aisle. It was an outdoor wedding.

The sky was blue. My gown was as smooth as a rose petal. The guests had no idea what had happened! But they did notice when the heel of my left shoe got stuck between the garden bricks. Good times.

Then there was the wedding of some friends in the broadcast industry. The bride had asked a talented videographer to tape her big day. He agreed, but privately grumbled to me her wedding was scheduled the same time his beloved football team was playing. He had never missed a game in his life. Ever!

The videographer found a creative solution. Just before the wedding, he

showed me the transistor radio in his suit pocket. The ear bud wires looked like video equipment. He was all grins until the church’s sound system somehow picked up the game’s frequency during the vows. Fumble!

At my own wedding, my newly-minted brother-in-law “decorated” our getaway car with some beyond-PG-13 innuendos. No. “Innuendos” is too soft of a description for what was scrawled across the windshield.

But I gave him a pass, probably due to what happened at his wedding a few years earlier.

My future husband and I were a new item. I was keeping a low profile as “the girlfriend.” Shyness and some bad static cling will do that. So when it came time for the bride to toss the bouquet, I hid in the back of the room. Way back. Her throw was so wild, it surpassed the anxious “single ladies” in the front, went through the chandelier and literally fell into my arms.

Sometimes, even the flubs can lead to wonderful things.

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