LOW DOWN

SIP & SAIL

Looking to learn something new this year? UnderTow will host its first Tiki drink seminar of 2023 this month. Jason T. Smith will be the “captain” on this educational voyage, which will take place Jan. 14 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at UnderTow’s Arcadia location. The class will take guests on a journey as they enjoy three of the themed bar’s beloved classic cocktails, all inspired by the ledgers of the “founding father” of Tiki culture, Don the Beachcomber. Tickets also include a bottle of Bacardi Superior Run and a recipe card for all three drinks sampled. $75. www. drinkundertow.com.

ALL ABOUT ART

Popular Denver-based fine art gallery, Relévant Galleries, recently opened its second location. Found in Downtown Scottsdale on Main Street, the new gallery joins its Colorado sister location in exclusively featuring the work of award-winning artist David Yarrow, who is best known for documenting the natural world form new perspectives with large archival pigment prints. Yarrow’s career spans over three decades, featuring collaborative work with an array of global icons such as Cindry Crawfod, Cara Delevingne, Russell Wilson, and more. The large interior space features an open-concept design with eye-catching and thought-provoking art on every wall. www.relevantgalleries.com.

REVOLUTIONARY RELAXATION

The founders of Drybar recently brought a fresh approach to the traditional massag experience with the opening of Squeeze. Late last month, the location opened across from Scottsdale Fashion Square, bringing a customizable, seamless experience. Customers can book on-demand on the mobile app, and set their preferences before arriving, including pressure levels, areas to avoid, music, lighting, and scent – with no added fees. Squeeze offers memberships, as well as single-massage pricing. The building is outfitted in the brand’s signature turquoise, and features beautiful and clever touches throughout. www.squeezemassage.com.

FROM TEXAS, WITH LOVE

This month, Federal American Grill will open its first Arizona location at the Scottsdale 101 shopping center. Guests can expect a relaxed atmosphere, scratch cooking and more than 500 whiskey selections. The restaurant will offer brunch, lunch and dinner, with menus paying tribute to classic American cuisine. Signature dishes include truffle stuffed chicken, Thai shrimp and grits, and the Federal burger. This is the fifth location of Federal American Grill, with the other four all located in Texas. www.thefederalgrill.com.

LET’S DO LUNCH

JW Marriot Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa’s Tia Carmen has made quite the impression on locals and visitors alike. Now, diners can enjoy even more of celebrity chef and Top Chef alum Angelo Sosa’s cuisine with the restaurant’s lunch service launch, with a selection of uniquely flavored dishes that showcase locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Offered daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., the menu includes a beef cheek torta, a tribal land grass-fed burger, and pan dulce tres leches ice cream sandwich. Some dinner favorites, including the tuna and corn toastas, mushroom menudo, and Tia Carmen’s chicken guisado, can also be found on the lunch menu. www. tiacarmendesertridge.com.

RARE FIND

The Scotch Library at Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is home to a special collection of whiskey, and it’s adding a new one to the list. The Dalmore 45 Year, by The Dalmore Highland Single Malt, is now available at the library, one of the select few venues in the U.S. that carries the rare variety. The library is offering an experience to go with it: Upon ordering The Dalmore 45 Years Masterpiece Experience, the server will present the exquisite bottle, branded kit, and customized Waterford crystal tableside. The guest will open the kit to reveal a Vosges Haut-Chocolat Gold Foiled Bombe, created only for this pairing, a glass pipette, a pewter water cup, and a brochure. The water and pipette are readied, the whisky poured, the bombe unwrapped. www. marriot.com/phxws.

GREAT UPCOMING EVENTS

BY JORDAN MORENO

Arizona Fine Art Expo

Jan. 13-March 26, Arizona Fine Art EXPO

The Arizona Fine Art Expo is dedicated to the enhancement of art appreciation and education. Avid art collectors and those whose interest has just been piqued will enjoy the vast array of fine art genres exhibited at the 19th annual event. An incomparable art experience, the Expo 2023 will provide a rare opportunity to meet artists while they work in their studio. For the 10-week period, patrons are invited to browse stone, bronze, wood sculptures, impressionism, watercolor, mixed media and more seven days a week. The astounding 124 art studios will take place within a 44,000-square-foot tent, nestled on the southwest corner of Jomax and Scottsdale roads. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Season pass, $12. www.arizonafineartexpo.com.

Brainiac Bash

Jan 14., Omni Scottsdale Resort Montelucia

The Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona will hold its second annual evening of dancing and revelry to celebrate the infinite wonders of the brain. The soiree will feature ballroom routines from competitive dancers and prominent Arizonans. Chaired by Kathryn Pidgeon, esteemed individuals will be honored as the Man and Woman of Courage, Courageous Athlete, and Courageous Veteran as part of the celebration. This stylish event will showcase the importance of brain health, starting with the benefits of dancing! Dress code is cocktail chic to smart-casual. 5:30-10:30 p.m. Starting at $250. www.biaaz.org.

Carefree Fine Art & Wine Expo

Jan. 20-22, Downtown Carefree

The 30th annual festival will feature more than 155 juried fine artisans from every corner of the nation and abroad. Revel in paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic, and ink; impressive small, medium and life-sized sculptures, sparkling handblown glass, clay, metal, stone, wood, bronze, one-of-kind handcrafted jewelry, beautiful photography, and much more. This award-winning weekend is organized by Thunderbird Artists, whose mission is to provide the festival forum for artists from across the Southwest to build connections with buyers and exhibit work on a world-class platform. The dynamite pairing of wine and art make this festival a can’t-miss event year after year. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 admission; $15 admission with wine tasting. www.thunderbirdsrtists.com.

The pARTy 2023

Jan. 28, Phoenix Art Museum

The highly anticipated event is here. The Phoenix Art Museum will present the gala exhibition opening of MOVE: The Modern Cut of Geoffery Beene and The pARTy 2023. Geoffery Beene is one of America’s fashion design pioneers, blending comfort and luxury for men and women’s haute couture pieces. The pARTy 2023 is Phoenix Art Museums annual fundraising gala in the center of bustling Downtown Phoenix. The museum is known for comprehensive collections, immersive experiences and meaningful moments of connection for 60 years. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Prices vary. www.phxart.org.

Street Eats Food Truck Festival

Jan. 28-29, Salt River Fields

Valley winters are synonymous with ideal weather and outdoor festivals. While the rest of the country huddles down for cold temps, the Street Eats Food Truck Festival is warm and bright. The event will tempt tastebuds of any preference with over 40 food trucks selling tastes from around the world, including $2 bites at each stop. The event will be complete with live music, lawn games, eating contests, a local vendor marketplace, and a kid’s zone. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $12. www.streeteatsaz.com.

Concours in the Hills

Feb. 4, Fountain Park

Each year, car enthusiasts flock to Fountain Park in Fountain Hills for the greatest car show on grass; a day of fabulous cars, munch-worthy bites and great music to benefit Phoenix Children’s Foundation. Leading car clubs of Arizona representing Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, Corvette, Viper, Ford GT, Audi, BMW, MercedesBenz, Mustang, Jaguar, Cadillac, Lotus, and others will be in attendance representing contemporary to classic and European luxury cars to military vehicles. Attendance is free, but donations are welcomed to support Phoenix Children’s innovative research, cutting-edge technology, recruitment of leading physicians, and child-friendly programs. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free, www.phoenixchildrensfoundation.org.