MICHELLE CALDWELL Chef Concierge at The Phoenician Years as a concierge: 13 years Favorite places for date night: Take in the sights from the 15th floor of Orange Sky at Talking Stick Resort, which offers one of the most breathtaking sunset views in the Valley. Request a romantic booth for very intimate, private dining. After dinner, take your chances at the slots or take in a performance at the Showroom. Most unique restaurants: The Chef’s Table at Razz’s is a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure representing Chef Razz’s world travels. After each summer’s closure, Chef Razz translates his travel experiences into his tasting menu. Favorite weekend brunch spots: Virtù offers a Mediterranean-inspired menu that changes weekly in a charming fashion. Named a James Beard Award semifinalist, Chef Osso has the talent to elevate childhood favorites such as grilled cheese to new heights One must-do experience in the Valley: Afternoon Tea at The Phoenician Tea Court is truly a luxurious event. Indulge in finger sandwiches, delicious scones and petit fours – all prepared in-house by the pastry team. What’s the most unusual request you’ve received as a concierge? On July 3, I was asked to have a local desert rock – found on a guest’s hike – polished to gem quality and delivered to the guest over Fourth of July weekend. Best place to find an authentic Arizona souvenir: Gift yourself with a piece of beautiful silver and turquoise jewelry from Gilbert Ortega, kick up your heels in new cowboy boots from Saba’s Western Wear, or enjoy pottery and rugs from Bischoff’s Shades of the West. Most unique way to tour the town: A progressive lunch tour of Old Town Scottsdale with Arizona Food Tours. The tour provides a historic overview of the local area while you enjoy cuisine from five Scottsdale restaurants. Best places for a true taste of local flavor: For some local Latin flavor, visit The Mission. Tableside guacamole with red or white sangria is a signature must-have! Any industry know-how you can share? Ask your servers at Cowboy Ciao to escort you to the secret passageway into Kazimierz World Wine Bar or check out Honor Amongst Thieves – both fun speakeasy lounges.
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