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nightlife D i s c o v e r y G u i d e “There are good ships, and there are wood ships, the ships that sail the sea. But the best ships, are friendships, and may they always be.” Irish Toast Suede ta b le of contents Hotel Valley Ho Published by: President & CEO: Rachel Sacco Executive Vice President: Brent DeRaad Vice President of Marketing: Lauren Simons Creative Services: JoAnne Zeterberg, Creative Director; Mark Luger, Art Director; Charity Snyder, Art Director; Adam Dustan, Graphic Designer; Candice Bemish, Production Coordinator/Copywriter Text by: Allison Young and Candice Bemish Printed by: Courier Graphics Special thanks to the establishments and properties that provided photography for this guide. The Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau (SCVB) has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of information published in this guide, but assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nightlife Discovery Guide, copyright 2007. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, in whole or in part, by any means, without the express written permission of the SCVB is prohibited. 1 Nightlife Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Nightlife Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Need a Sitter? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Scottsdale after dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Happy-Hour Hubs . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Uncorked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 New Kids on the Block . . . . . . 11 Celebrity Watering Holes . . . . 11 Dress to Impress . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Red-Carpet Treatment . . . . . . . 15 Dance the Night Away . . . . . . . . 16 Cowboy Watering Holes . . . . . . 17 Margarita Madness . . . . . . . . . . 18 Lounge Lizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 That’s Entertainment . . . . . . . . 21 Pubs & Sports Bars . . . . . . . . . . 25 Puff the Night Away . . . . . . . . . 28 Get “Out” and About in Scottsdale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Getting to and from . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Call a Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Resort Car Service . . . . . . . . . . 48 Trolley Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Arrive in Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Valet Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Easy Rider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Special Events . . . . . . . . 53 Theme Nights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 off the beaten path . 61 Starry, Starry Night . . . . . . . . . 62 Get Your Game On . . . . . . . . . 63 Arts & Entertainment . . . . . . . 65 Celluloid Dreams . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Laughter is the Best Medicine . . 68 Late-Night Noshing . . . . . . . . . 69 hot Pockets . . . . . . . . . . 31 Downtown Scottsdale . . . . . . . 32 Flamenco Fever . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Market Street at DC Ranch . . . 33 Shea Blvd. & Scottsdale Rd. . . 33 Scottsdale Rd. & Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. / Kierland Commons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 signature drinks . . . 71 Cocktail Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 2 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com scot tsdale after dark By Allison Young T he fun doesn’t stop a big backyard patio, get $2 Pacificos, in Scottsdale once the desert $3 Gringoritas and half off on all sun goes down. That’s when the party tacos from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. really gets started – and depending on every Monday through Friday. Not what kind of party too far away at Sugar you’re looking for, Daddy’s Blues, the from a gallery stroll happy-hour patio fills through downtown or up with college kids a serene night of jazz and young profession- and candlelight to als clamoring for $2 high-octane clubs beers, $3 Smirnoff spinning house and and half-price appe- hip-hop, Scottsdale tizers. has it all. If you need a cold one Kona Grill H-H H Scottsdale Fashion Square, stop in at Happy hour in Scottsdale runs the Yard House. Not only do they boast full gamut, from beer specials at the world’s largest selection of draft neighborhood hangouts to specialty beer (more than 100 taps, from Bud cocktails served with style. In down- Light to Belhaven Scottish Ale), they town at Dos Gringos, which feels like also host one rockin’ happy hour. after a tough day of trekking through 4 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com “Health - what my drinking to before friends are always they fall down.” ~ Phyllis Diller Every Monday through Friday from beer and $4 margaritas. If you fancy Oatmeal Stout, 8th Street Ale, Hefe- well as $5 wines and $2 off specialty 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., get $3.25 pints, yourself a sushi aficionado, Sushi On weizen and of course the award-winning drinks. If you stay for dinner, be sure $4.25 well drinks and half-price select Shea is a must visit. Japanese owned Kilt Lifter. From 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to try Chef Matthew Long’s Gladiator appetizers. Across the parking lot is and operated, they pride themselves and 10:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., they serve Burger. According to an article in Kona Grill, a bona-fide happy-hour on using the freshest fish and top- $2.75 pints and $10 pitchers at their Phoenix Magazine, “ . . . it’s better hotspot known for its half-price sushi grade ingredients for a mix of tradi- new venue in North Scottsdale, which than sex.” Nearby Drift Lounge gets rolls and $4 sake bombers. Happy tional and modern rolls. They also has a special happy hour from 10:00 “happy” from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. hour runs weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to have 13 types of hot and cold sake p.m. to 1:00 a.m. where pretty much Monday through Friday, with $2 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and a colorful martini menu. Select every drink is only $2 (excluding select beer, and $4 Mojitos and Mai and on Friday and Saturday from martinis are half price from 5:00 p.m. top-shelf liquors and martinis). Go Tais. Finger foods start at $3, or order 10:00 p.m. to midnight. If you’re in to 7:00 p.m. daily. For more of a Thursday and Friday for live acoustic the mammoth Pu Pu Platter for $15. the mood for margaritas and que- Mexican flavor, there’s Carlsbad music from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. At Drinx, get half off well drinks, sadillas, Z’ Tejas is right next door. Tavern & Restaurant. From 3:00 p.m. Get half off appetizers and $1 off mar- to 6:00 p.m., get $3.50 margaritas ($4 If you’re in downtown, you can’t go off everything else, including food. garitas, wines and mixed drinks from frozen), $2.25 well drinks and domes- wrong with happy hour at Mickey’s Happy hour runs 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday tic bottles, $2.75 Bud Light draft and Hangover, a local favorite that was p.m. Monday to Friday, 4:00 p.m. to through Friday. Reverse happy hour $1 off appetizers. Late-night happy voted Best Happy Hour by The Arizona 9:00 p.m. on Saturday and all day runs Sunday to Thursday from 9:00 hour runs 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. and Republic. Get half-off munchies and Sunday, with reverse happy hour on p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. to only includes drink specials. If it’s beer well wine and beer from 4:00 p.m. to Thursday from 10:00 p.m. to close. 12:00 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, you’re thirsty for, go to Four Peaks Grill 9:00 p.m. daily. Over at Fusion, you’ll Just down the road a bit at Bada and features $5 appetizers, $2 bottle & Tap. Happy hour features their find a variety of tasty small plates, as Boom Pasta Room, get free antipasti, 5 beer and appetizers and 25 percent 6 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com award-winning 200-page wine list intimidate you. Instead, grab the varietals list (arranged by color and price) If you don’t know a Sauvignon Blanc or the short and sweet Nifty Fifty. from a Merlot, not to worry. Wine is The focus is on indie winemakers and no longer reserved for wine connois- limited-production California labels, seurs, and you don’t need a wine but the list is nothing if not worldly. degree to know what you like. For With the vino comes décor and music. starters, use the knowledge of your The plush seating, soft lighting and waiter (or wine steward), who jazzy tunes are the perfect backdrop for sipping, and in true speakeasy Yard House wine 101 fashion the entrance is located at the rear of the building. should be well versed in vino and the restaurant’s wine cellar. If you don’t have a favorite type, describe to the waiter what you like (or don’t half-price glasses of wine and well mentary carved turkey and succulent drinks and $3 beers every day from roast beef that keep ’em coming back. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Salty Señorita Happy hour runs 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 The motto at Tapino Kitchen & Wine the bottle for you to confirm vintage hosts one heck of a happy hour seven p.m. Monday through Friday. Bar is “we love wine but we don’t take and winery, then he’ll place the cork it too seriously” – and they don’t. in front of you. Don’t smell it, just days a week from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 like), and he will make a suggestion. When he returns, he will present look to see that it’s not too dry or too p.m., with plenty of drink specials U Owner and chef James Porter has and half off select appetizers. Kick The latest bar craze to hit Scottsdale created an eatery/lounge without back on their patio with a $4 Salty is the wine bar. Not stuffy, snooty wine pretension or attitude. What they do House Margarita and half-price tacos. bars, but down-to-earth places where have is a smorgasbord of globally a funky odor, it could be bad. Your you can sip in style. For the biggest inspired finger foods (like the lobster last task is to taste it and, assuming And, the longest-running happy hour selection of wine, go to Kazimierz corn dogs) and a worldly wine menu, it passes the test, give a nod to your nod goes to El Chorro Lodge, a Valley world wine bar, a speakeasy-style mostly from smaller boutique wineries. waiter who will then top off your tradition since 1937. People go for the lounge that boasts some 3,000 bottles. Enjoy a bite and bottle at the marble- glass and those of your guests. super-charged atmosphere and the Yes, that’s good news for oenophiles, top bar or lounge on the draped patio Mission accomplished – you’re ready drink specials, but it’s the compli- but if you’re a newcomer don’t let the – just be sure not to spill on the all- 7 wet, which could indicate improper storage. Next he will pour you a mouthful, which is to smell. If it has to sip and savor like a pro. www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com white couches. Happy hour runs from international mix of 200-plus bottles, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday through including 100 available by the glass. Sunday and features $5 wines, drinks Part wine bar, part down-home and tapas. American eatery, the newly opened Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Star Spangled Tavern in DC Ranch Bar, at both the Scottsdale Hilton and has a Wine Spectator Award–winning DC Ranch locations, is not only known all-American wine list that you won’t for its steak, it’s known for its fine wine. find anywhere else. California wines A great place to go after a round of lead the pack on the 500-bottle-strong golf, the long bar with leather-covered menu, but you’ll also find boutique scrumptious menu of fancy finger ern yet intimate setting, everywhere you seats and Rat Pack ambiance offers an vintages from out-of-the-way places foods like baked brie and bruschetta, look there are wine bottles – behind the like Virginia and Colorado. Plenty of oenophiles can chill on the patio for bar, lining the wall and in the climate- flights are available, like Wonders of happy hour (half-price beer, mixed controlled storage space – which carry Washington and Oregon Pinot Noir, drinks and martinis from 4:00 p.m. labels ranging in price from $30 to as well as an eclectic and extensive list to 7:00 p.m.) or on one of the comfy $1,500. Go with a suggested flight or of American beers (like Jolly Pumpkin couches in the lounge, which turns up build your own from any of the 40- Ale from Michigan and Wingwalker the tempo with trance music at night. plus wines available by the glass. On Lager from Wisconsin) and classic Don’t forget to ask about weekly spe- Thursday and Friday they offer a $10 American cocktails. cials, which include Mellow Mondays tasting that starts at 6:00 p.m. and runs (half-price pizzas) and Sunday Funday until 10:00 p.m. (or whenever they run Also in DC Ranch is Armitage Wine (half-price beer, cocktails and wine, out of wine). Expect a full house by 7 Lounge & Café, a hip and happening plus live entertainment). o’clock. On Saturday, stop by for their : Five Wine Terms You Should Know Tasting Flight: A selection of wines, usually between three and eight glasses, meant for sampling. Varietal: Wines made from a single grape variety. Bouquet: The term used to describe a wine’s fragrance. Full-bodied: Not to be confused with “full-figured,” this term describes a weighty wine, one with a robust flavor. Olive & Ivy escape for those looking for wine and Vintage: The year the grapes were harvested. 9 RSVP-only Vintage Wine Tasting. ambiance. While enjoying their favorites Located on Shea Boulevard just east from the café’s 100+ different bottles of Scottsdale Road is The Lounge on The newest wine bar on the block is of wine (40 by the glass) and a Shea at the Wine Studio. In this mod- located inside Olive & Ivy, a Scottsdale 10 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Waterfront restaurant that offers who can blame them? The dance Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt new kids on the block 400 bottles, mostly Californian and club/lounge, with its four flashy rooms Leinart. Another good bet is Devil’s Mediterranean, including almost 50 fashioned after the four elements, is Martini. Both of its locations have Although Scottsdale has some permanent bar fixtures, the nightlife landscape is constantly changing. Coming in February 2007 to the Mondrian Scottsdale are the Red Room and Skybar. The latter, like its L.A. namesake, will be a trendy and stylish urban escape, but the Red Room is veiled in mystery. Guess you’ll have to see for yourself what all the hype is about after the grand opening. by the glass. The bar and patio get on par with the Las Vegas and L.A. played host to Hollywood bigwigs hopping at night when late-night club scene. Downtown lounge Suede’s and sports icons. noshers and imbibers indulge in small VIP section has hosted Carmen Electra, plates, savory flatbreads, homemade singer Mya and Missy Elliot; just Where the rich and famous stay, they sangria and, of course, wine. Thank- down the street at Myst, Shaq and also play, so you can’t go wrong with fully you don’t need a dictionary to Steve Nash have partied in the private high-end hotel bars for celebrity spot- decipher the menu, which is organ- skyboxes, while Axis/Radius has host- ting. Sanctuary Resort and Spa on ized by type and region. Trendy with- ed Nick Lachey and DJ AM. The posh Camelback Mountain is certainly no out being snobby, this place is about and playful SIX Lounge, also down- stranger to celebrities needing a break drinking and having fun first and town, is a hub for local athletes and from the hustle and bustle of L.A. foremost. celebrities, however they don’t like to Have a martini in the jade bar and name drop. Or swing by the Pussycat you just might run into Ben Affleck, C W H Lounge, another swanky downtown Jennifer Garner, Vince Vaughn, Scottsdale bar where the beautiful Jennifer Aniston or Britney Spears, Given that Scottsdale is a celebrity people flock, and you just might catch all of whom have stayed there. The escape, don’t be surprised if you rub a glimpse of Jamie Foxx or Jenna Mondrian Scottsdale (formerly the elbows with a few A-listers. It’s not Jameson. The relatively new Pink JAMES Hotel Scottsdale) is another unusual to see Vince Vaughn, Phoenix Taco, located on the Scottsdale celeb hangout that has seen the likes Suns MVP Steve Nash or party girl Waterfront, is quickly becoming the of Charles Barkley, David Spade, Tom Paris Hilton out on the town; you just “it” spot. But given that owner Harry Brady, Paris Hilton, George Clooney have to know the right places to go. Morton has been linked with Lindsay and Jessica Simpson. Other local The multimillion-dollar e4 has seen Lohan, it should come as no surprise Hollywood hotspots include the Hotel the likes of Tommy Lee, Keanu Reeves, the opening weeks saw the likes of Valley Ho, The Fairmont Scottsdale Mike Tyson and Dennis Rodman. And Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Wayne Gretzky and Princess and The Phoenician. Right next door to Star Spangled Tavern in DC Ranch is the newly opened Baroque luxe lounge, a glitzy Champagne lounge/club that is as decadent as the bubbly it serves. Think velvet brocade, grandiose chandeliers, plush couches and upscale hors d’oeuvres like fondue, confit and caviar. The Champagne list is like nothing you’ve ever seen, ranging in price all the way up to $3,600 for a single bottle. They also offer an impressive array of fine cognacs, single-malt scotches, liqueurs and creative cocktails. 12 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com and frilly tanks. Standout brands like tution, it’s been in business for more Nolita from Italy and head-turning than 70 years and sells a combination Miguelina will make you look catwalk- of classic and custom cowboy wear. ready. Clothes range from $30 tees to For an urban cowgirl look, Barbwire $2,000 jackets, the common thread Western Couture is your place. Carrying being trendy. If you’re trolling the DC everything from beaded dresses and Ranch shops, stop by Savvy Chics, a bedazzled bags to hip cowboy hats chic boutique with fashion-forward and designer jeans, Barbwire puts a lines for men and women. If it’s jeans trendy spin on cowgirl chic. you’re looking for, a definite fashion Scottsdale Waterfront dress to impress Shop ’til you drop with the Trendsetter Tour or European Chic Tour offered by SPREE! the Art of Shopping. A chauffeur-driven limousine and an expert fashion guide will take you to the best boutiques Scottsdale has to offer. From the minute you step inside the limo, you’ll feel like a VIP being whisked around from one shop to the next; expect lots of personal attention from the store owners and managers, who may even give you a sneak peek at new merchandise. You can even arrange to keep the limo into the evening. Tours last three to four hours and cost $495 for one to four people ($100 for each additional person). For more information, visit www.azshoppingspree.com. Jean Company. With more than 80 brands, including Hollywood faves like ow do you expect to hit the Lohan jealous. A couple of doors William Rast and J Brand, they’ll have town if you’re not dressed down you’ll find Mahsa. Named by what you’re looking for. For the guys appropriately? The usual Scottsdale Lucky magazine as one of the nation’s who are sick of sitting on the “boyfriend dress code is resort casual (you’re on best boutiques, it lives up to its repu- chair,” drop by The Rail at Nordstrom vacation, after all), but if you’re look- tation. The fashion-forward shop car- in Scottsdale Fashion Square. They ing for an excuse to shop, the Scottsdale ries accessories, from pretty purses to have brands like Affliction, Monarchy, club scene is nothing if not fashion- designer shoes, and designer fashions True Religion and Rock & Republic able. For a night of dancing at e4 or by Stella McCartney, Dsquared2 and to get you looking club-ready. Myst, first stop by the new Scottsdale Zac Posen. Both stores have locations Waterfront to freshen up your wardrobe. at Kierland Commons as well. H -- staple, look no further than Scottsdale If you’re bypassing the clubs and house music in favor of two-steppin’ and Estilo Boutique carries all you’ll need for a night on the town, from flirty Also along the Waterfront you’ll find country tunes and want to dress in dresses to trendy tops that would Twist Boutique, a trendsetting hub traditional cowboy garb, stop by Saba’s make Jessica Simpson and Lindsay that carries skinny jeans, satin dresses Western Wear. A true Scottsdale insti- 13 14 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com R-C T tars lining the walls – not to mention D N A ever seen before. Upstairs in the more Given the jet-set crowd that frequents your own bartender and private In Scottsdale, there are plenty of places intimate Fire Room, dance under the Scottsdale, many clubs have separate entrance – you can’t help but feel like to get your groove on, and each serves candlelit chandelier to house music, or sections roped off for the crème de la a rock star. Cost starts at $350. up a unique sound and style. head downstairs to the organic Earth Room or the Air Patio. So many options! crème. Downtown hotspot e4 knows how to take care of its VIPs. Lining For triple the VIP fun there are Suede, No need to go all the way to L.A. for a the edge of the waterfall-walled Axis/Radius and Myst. The VIP sec- night of clubbing when you’ve got e4. Just down the street at Martini Ranch, Liquid Room are private tables and tion of ultra-chic Suede Lounge is Modeled after the four elements, each the Shaker Room really gets shaking, waterbeds where you’re waited on more for kicking back, outfitted with room is a world unto itself. Top 40 especially on the weekends. The music hand and foot. To get upstairs to the plush couches and tables stocked to music, from Beyoncé to Britney, blasts is a mix of house, techno and hip-hop, VIP section of the Fire Room, forget the hilt. For $350, you and up to six through the Liquid Room, which over- and the crowd is young and energetic. the stairs. A special elevator will take guests get one bottle of liquor and flows with energy and attitude. This you the back route to the red-hot bragging rights. Right across the two-story space, complete with water Also downtown, Myst offers a whop- roped-off room. Bottle service begins street at the high-octane Axis/Radius walls and waterfalls, has a state-of-the- ping 18,000-square-foot dance floor to at $250 and reservations must be are private skyboxes overlooking the art liquid-reactive 440-square-foot show off your moves. A rotating roster made one to two weeks in advance. pulsating dance floor. With the prime dance floor that’s like nothing you’ve of DJs pumps hypnotic house music real estate come flat-screen TVs and Martini Ranch also offers bottle service your very own server. Multi-level in its Shaker Room (starting at $175), dance club Myst just down the street but for the ultimate VIP experience, also offers luxury balconies and bottle reserve the Green Room. Located just service. And, since all three clubs are off the main stage, the space was pre- under the same management, you can viously reserved for the Ranch’s big- buy an annual all-inclusive VIP mem- name acts like Dave Navarro, Avril bership for $2,500, which gets you and Lavigne and Coldplay, but now can a guest triple access. A nine-person be rented out. With its plush seating, limo can also be arranged for $150 flat-screen TVs and autographed gui- per hour (four-hour minimum). 15 Axis/Radius 16 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com through the sound system while tech- Western Town” has not forgotten its no-colored lights blast down from roots, which is apparent the minute above. For escape, chill out in the Milk you step foot in the Rusty Spur Saloon Bar, which, as its name implies, is pure in Old Town, a registered historic and pristine (in color, that is). It’s open landmark. Cowboys Clint Eastwood Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from and the late John Wayne have stopped 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. And just around by to enjoy the down-home atmosphere the corner at SIX, a rotating roster of and live country music. For more DJs plays funk, upscale hip-hop and a country music there’s Handlebar J bit of classic rock. Restaurant & Saloon, which has live acts seven nights a week. Country greats For two clubs in one, go to downtown like Lyle Lovett, Kris Kristofferson, hotspot Axis/Radius. Cut a rug down- Hank Williams Jr., Toby Keith and stairs at Axis, or cross the catwalk for Vince Gill have played there, not scotch and single-batch bourbons, it has Camel at The Phoenician, The Lobby techno and Top-40 tunes at Radius. to mention the Herndon Brothers its very own Single-Barrel Whiskey at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, Rita’s Having just undergone a million-dollar Band, which takes the stage Wednesday of Jack Daniel’s. Taqueria & Bar at Camelback Inn, makeover, the black, white and chrome through Sunday. Saddle up to the bar club pulsates with beats and beautiful for a beer or a bourbon, or try their M M You’ll have to try them out for your- people. It’s open Thursday to Saturday free country dance lessons every There are margaritas and then there self to see which one is the best. But 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Insider tip: You Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday at are prickly pear margaritas, which are prickly pear isn’t the only margarita can purchase a $15 pass that gets you 7:00 p.m. If you fancy yourself a Jack infused with the sweet pink plant in town; there are also coconut, straw- into Myst, Axis/Radius and Suede, with Daniel’s–loving cowboy, stop by the nectar. Since it’s a signature drink in berry, pineapple, mango, piña colada no cover or line for the evening. Waltz & Weiser Saloon at The Westin Scottsdale, lots of places serve ’em up, and cranberry-flavored concoctions, Kierland Resort & Spa. Decked out including Diamondbacks Bar & Grill all of which are available at Garduño’s C W H with cowhide-covered seats and fool’s at the Millennium Resort Scottsdale, Margarita Factory. They also have 50 What’s a trip to Scottsdale without gold embedded in the rock walls, as The Lobby Bar at the Hyatt Regency tequilas and an antique tequila distill- a trip to a saloon? The “West’s Most well as a good selection of single-malt Scottsdale Resort and Spa, Thirsty er from Guadalajara, Mexico. Equally 17 Rusty Spur Saloon and Carlsbad Tavern & Restaurant. 18 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com tequila 101 Tequila was first distilled in the 1500s and 1600s in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, where the agave plant grows best (the capital of Jalisco was later renamed Tequila). Contrary to popular opinion, tequila is not made from a cactus, but rather from Agave tequilana, the blue variety of the agave plant. What’s more, tequila must contain 51 percent agave to be considered true tequila, although most top-ofthe-line varieties are made from 100 percent blue agave. There are four distinct tequila varieties: impressive is the margarita menu at wine menu, complete with tequila Pink Taco. To go along with the kitschy flights. Try the Herradura Selección décor, they serve a watermelon mar- Suprema, which is as smooth as garita called the Sandia, one made Scotch, or live it up with one of their with rum called the El Calenton and Tequila Infusions like the Sonoran the coyly named Mi Casa es Su Casa. Cactus, which is infused with prickly The best time to go is for happy hour, pear cactus and sugar cane. They also when the house margarita is only $3. have standout margaritas and special- Another notable margarita mention ty drinks. : According to tequila manufacturer Jose Cuervo, legend has it that the gods threw down a lightning bolt that split an agave plant in half. From that agave, a juice called pulque was created. Much as we do today, the Tequili Indians drank this juice to celebrate good times. is Z’ Tejas, which has an eclectic margarita menu made with a mix of The Salty Señorita in Old Town does- L L tequilas and liquors ranging from the n’t just serve tequila (129 tequilas The two things that all the resorts ordinary to the exotic. You can’t go to be exact), they also host once-a- in Scottsdale have in common are wrong with their award-winning 6th month margarita-making classes. The unparalleled views and incredible Street Margarita. best time to try their award-winning lobby bars. The Lobby Bar at the margaritas is on Monday, when they’re Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and For tequila, there’s Margaritas half-price from 8:00 p.m. until close. Spa at Gainey Ranch is no exception. Tequilarilla, the gazebo bar at Old For tequila, dancing and sand, strap on The massive indoor/outdoor space has Town Tortilla Factory. They carry your flip-flops and head to Sandbar 17-foot ceilings and offers spectacular more than 100 different kinds, plus Mexican Grill. Sip one of their 150 views of the McDowell Mountains. Mexican beers and liquors, not to tequilas on the sand-filled patio while Cozy up with a cocktail in front of one Reposado (rested) – Aged up to one year in oak barrels, Reposado has a mellow, gentle taste. mention one of the best patios in the music videos play on flat-screen TVs. of the patio firepits and enjoy the live city. For a more upscale tequila expe- They also have 52 flavored margaritas entertainment offered seven nights a rience, visit Windows on the Green to choose from, everything from basic week. Whether you’re sitting inside or Añejo (aged) – Aged in barrels for at least a year and up to 10 years, Añejos are dark and woody. at The Phoenician. Specializing in lime to a $150 high-end version made outside, the views from the sophisti- rare and boutique varieties, Windows with premium tequila, as well as both cated Lobby Lounge at Four Seasons has a tequila menu that reads like a tequila and margarita flights. Resort Scottsdale at Troon North are Blanco (white or silver) – Clear in color and bottled right after distillation, Blanco is tequila in its purest form. Expect intense flavor. Oro (gold) – A common ingredient in frozen margaritas, Oro contains additional colorants and flavors. 20 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com spectacular. Watch the sun set over after a round of golf or for a nightcap. being housed in the Famous Door, Pinnacle Peak while indulging in a For rustic Spanish charm and an a former downtown jazz destination, fine liquor or single-malt scotch. You award-winning wine list, visit the bar helps. The Rat Pack–style supper club can also catch stunning sunset views at LON’s at The Hermosa Inn, or for features a rotating roster of local jazz love to laugh at the American Idol from both The Thirsty Camel at The nightly entertainment in an intimate greats, including Margo Reed and rejects, Scottsdale has plenty of Phoenician and jade bar at Sanctuary setting, try The Lounge at T. Cook’s Dennis Rowland, as well as more than karaoke bars to choose from. Cook on Camelback Mountain. Just beside at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa. 300 bottles of wine (40 by the glass) ’N’ Jack’s transforms from a restau- the main lobby at The Fairmont One of the newer lounge bars in and noteworthy happy-hour specials. rant to a karaoke haven every night Scottsdale Princess is the Cazadores Scottsdale comes courtesy of FireSky Bar, a great place for Mediterranean- Resort. Themed after the elements, For dancing, there’s always two-steppin’ inspired tapas, martinis and even board the action starts at the mammoth at Handlebar J or the Rusty Spur, or games. They also have live entertain- lobby fireplace and extends all the way for oldies but goodies, go to Chances ment from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. back to the patio and pool area. Picture Are! on Wednesday, Friday or Saturday taking the stage at 9:00 p.m. each Tuesday through Saturday. The Rim, glowing lanterns, candles, firepits and for their live entertainment. They also night. At Ernie’s, a neighborhood The Westin Kierland’s lobby bar and a young and happening crowd. have karaoke every Monday, Tuesday bar and grill in North Scottsdale, and Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 you can catch karaoke seven nights T’ E p.m. and Sunday night jazz starting at a week starting at 9:00 p.m.; while Remington’s Restaurant & Lounge 6:00 p.m. Martini Ranch rocks out with at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort is all bands five days a week. On Friday it’s about jazz. From Tuesday through Top 40, on Saturday it’s ’80s and ’90s, Saturday, relax on the wingback and on Sundays it’s hair band/metal. a New Orleans–style restaurant chairs or sit bar-side to enjoy their Acts range from local bands to big- that presents karaoke on Saturday weekly roster of musicians. The show name headliners. Sugar Daddy’s has and Sunday nights starting at goes from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. live music five nights a week, with a 9:30 p.m. Other karaoke hot- (7:00 p.m. on Saturday) and won’t DJ on Friday and Saturday. Sunday is spots include Jillian’s/Dave and disappoint. Blue Note Cellars is a Acoustics Night, Monday is Battle of Buster’s, Chances Are! and BS relatively new kid on the block, but the Bands and the rest of the week lounge, is a great place to kick back FireSky Resort 21 “Scottsdale Idol” If you fancy yourself a performer, or of the week starting at 9:00 p.m., when tourists and locals alike belt out tunes. The Longshot in South Scottsdale triples as a grill, sports bar and karaoke bar, with singers you’re there, try their crabcakes or steamed shrimp. Another place with great seafood and karaoke is Redfish Seafood Grill and Bar, West. www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com “Always carry a large fla gon of whiskey in case of snakebite and furthermore always carry a small snake.” ~ W.C. Fields Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort floor at Chances Are! Starting at 8:00 the Herndon Brothers Band takes the and Spa has live music seven nights p.m., live entertainment will play your stage. Or, if you’re a fan of American a week, ranging from flamenco to favorite tunes from the ’50s and up. Idol, go to Cook ’N’ Jack’s, where undiscovered karaoke talent from electric jazz to steel drums. The Lounge at T. Cook’s at the Royal Thursday: Take free dance lessons at across the Valley gathers for “The Palms Resort and Spa likewise offers Handlebar J at 7:00 p.m. and stick Show,” an all-star karaoke showdown nightly music, including Spanish around to show off your moves when every Thursday night starting at 9:00 p.m. Grab dinner and cocktails and guitar and jazz piano. play armchair judge to the 25 hand- A W R L A Sugar Daddy’s Blues selected singers belting out everything from rock to R&B. features local rock bands starting at 9:30 Monday: Watch bands go head to p.m. The dance floor at Cocomo Joe’s head at Sugar Daddy’s Blues during Friday: Start your evening at in Cave Creek gets rockin’ Thursday, their Battle of the Bands. Only the The Westin Kierland Resort’s Friday and Saturday night with live best will advance to the next round. Dreamweavers Canyon for “Irish bands. For a more mellow mood, Pipes at Sunset” with bagpiper Wednesday night features chill-out Tuesday: Valley favorite Danny Long Michael McClanathan, followed by acoustic music. jazzes up Remington’s from 6:00 p.m. Paul McDermand’s steel-drum per- to 11:00 p.m. formance in The Rim from 8:00 p.m. Hotel lobbies are also turning into to 11:00 p.m. live music forums. The Lobby Bar at Wednesday: Take a spin on the dance 23 Ray Herndon at Handlebar J 24 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com of their many TVs, including three flat screens. This penthouse bar at Chaparral Suites Resort is quaint “Kilt Lifter!” don’t be alarmed. No, menu of baby-back ribs, pizza and they’re not referring to a mooning salads. Downtown’s Upper Deck Scot on the loose; they’re talking Sports Grill has more than 30 TVs, about the flagship ale from Four high-definition plasma screens and Peaks Grill & Tap. In addition to a 12' by 15' projection screen so you this award-winning amber-colored also have pool, ping-pong and poker every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday : at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale for When it comes to professional sports, the Scottsdale area’s really got game! All the leagues are represented here, from the MLB Arizona Diamondbacks and the NBA Phoenix Suns to the NFL Arizona Cardinals and NHL Phoenix Coyotes. The San Francisco Giants even get into the action in March when they swing into town for spring training. And, in 2008 things will really heat up when Super Bowl XLII comes to town. Visit the calendar of events at www.ExperienceScottsdale.com to see who’s playing. Game on! 25 If you hear somebody say the words and classy, and it serves a full bar won’t miss any of the action. They Saturday: Stop in at The Lobby Bar local brews brew (which is available in both bottles and on draft), Four Peaks is behind 8th Street Ale and seasonal brews like Pumpkin Porter and Fool’s Gold. But Four Peaks isn’t the only brewer in town. In 1989, Mosaico’s gypsy sounds and flamenco Sports nuts also converge at Eli’s another local beer was born, this dancers. American Grille for their 10 large TVs one with a little more kick. Now and Sunday Ticket Prime Rib Sliders. world famous, Crazy Ed’s Cave Creek Chili Beer from Black Sunday: Long live Bon Jovi! Martini Daytime (and nighttime) fans head to Ranch relives the glory days every Mickey’s Hangover, which opens bright Sunday night when ’80s cover band and early for sports nuts (9:00 a.m. on Rock Lobster rocks the house. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday). in Cave Creek for a swig, or try They have two large projector screens their Ocotillo Amber or Black P S B and plenty of TVs to catch the action, Mountain Gold. Just because you’re on vacation doesn’t and everything you’ll need to nurse your mean you should forsake your favorite hangover – comfy couches, Bloody sports team. Catch the game at Fourth Marys and greasy good food (think Floor Grille & Sports Bar on one Kick-Ass Wings and Sweet Potato Fries). Mountain Brewery comes complete with a serrano chilie pepper in each bottle. Swing by the Satisfied Frog www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com The best place in town to spot an athlete dab in the middle of the sporting and beer list. You can’t have an Irish Resort Scottsdale and Waltz & Weiser is FOX Sports Grill, a North Scottsdale action, it’s a hotspot for athletes. pub without Harp, Smithwicks and Saloon at The Westin Kierland Resort institution that has seen pretty much Recent spottings have included NFL Guinness on tap, now can you? & Spa. One of the best hotel humi- the entire roster from the Coyotes, Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback Diamondbacks and Suns, as well as Donovan McNabb and part-owner On the opposite end of town in Papago The Phoenician, which has vintage Wayne Gretzky, Curt Schilling and and Suns star Amare Stoudemire. Plaza is the British Open Pub & Grill. and pre-embargo Cubans, including Terry Bradshaw. But despite the name, Especially popular during a Suns or In typical pub style, they have pool, a 1956 H. Upmann for $625. Another this isn’t a beer-and-billiards type of Diamondbacks game, the upscale pub darts, food (everything from bangers favorite is Remington’s Restaurant & bar (although they have that too). grub and electric energy keep people & mash to pizza) and plenty of beer. Lounge at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort. This place is all class, from the plasma coming back for more. Pub offerings On tap are Brit ales Bass, Fullers ESB, There you can enjoy a premium cigar and projection screens to the upscale in Scottsdale are scarcer, but what we Newcastle Brown, Wexford Cream, and a glass of high-end port while menu and leather couches – it’s like a do have is authentic. Irish restaurant Boddingtons and a worldly list of taking in the live jazz music. There’s VIP box at your favorite game. and pub the Skeptical Chymist has bottled beers. Food is served until 1:00 also the Cigar Room at the Royal plenty of reminders of the homeland, a.m. Also nearby, Papago Brewing Palms Resort and Spa. Located off the Speaking of VIP, Stoudemire’s in from the Irish apothecary-style décor Company offers a 30-tap bar where bar at T. Cook’s, it offers an impres- downtown Phoenix is not only smack and live entertainment to the menu the lineup changes daily. sive array of international cigars that dors in the city comes courtesy of can be enjoyed in the swanky, leather- FOX Sports Grill P N A filled lounge. An impressive selection If you’re looking to enjoy a single-malt of cigars is also offered at Cazadores, scotch and a cigar after a round of the bar at The Fairmont Scottsdale golf, you don’t have to go far. Many Princess, where smoking is permitted of the higher-end hotels have humi- inside as well as on the outdoor patios. dors stocked full of hard-to-find and Another option is Blue Note Cellars, pricey pre-embargo Cubans and which has a separate cigar lounge smoking patios, including jade bar at with sunken bar, flat-screen TV and, Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, of course, a humidor. The Lobby Lounge at the Four Seasons 27 28 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com white interior and funky art installa- tions as for its food. Everything on the menu is scrumptious, but standouts For a uniquely Scottsdale night include Hell’s Fire Chips, Galettes and on the town, there’s nothing quite the AZ88 chicken sandwich and salad. like SMoCA Nights, an edgy evening that brings out everyone’s artsy Just across Scottsdale Civic Center Mall side. During this event, held three from AZ88 are the Scottsdale Center times a year from 9:00 p.m. to for the Performing Arts and the 1:00 a.m. at the Scottsdale Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Museum of Contemporary Art, watch aspiring Basquiats and Art (SMoCA). At the Center, you’ll find Pollocks create “live” works of art a year-round calendar of music, dance, right before your eyes while taking comedy and theatrical performances Get “Out ” and About in Scottsdale in the live band and outdoor per- featuring stars like Kate Clinton, David formers. Inside, stroll through the Sedaris and Dame Edna. At SMoCA, art-filled gallery while enjoying cutting-edge contemporary art takes drinks and free appetizers. The center stage with exhibits from local night culminates in the main-stage hile BS West may be the only make sure to check out the new patio, and national artists. And, if you’re in fashion show, where models strut official gay bar in Scottsdale, which specializes in a rainbow of frozen town on a Thursday evening, don’t miss their stuff in emerging (often local) it has everything you need – a friend- drinks. A 2-for-1 happy hour runs the Scottsdale ArtWalk in the Downtown ly atmosphere, airy patio and even a from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday Scottsdale Arts, Shopping & Entertain- VIP room with bottle service. The to Friday, and don’t miss Kamikaze ment Districts. Special exhibits, artist night to attend is Wednesday, when Karaoke on Thursday and Sunday receptions and live entertainment are as entertaining as, well, the enter- there are 2-for-1 drinks all night long. starting at 9:00 p.m. But before you featured from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. tainment. Just be sure to get tickets Dance to the house and top 40 VJ- make it to BS West, start your evening mixed hits blasting across the giant at AZ88. Also located in downtown, For gay and lesbian travel information, 10-by-eight-foot video screens, and AZ88 is known as much for its sleek please visit www.GLBTScottsdale.com. W 29 designs to DJ-spun tracks. A club atmosphere infused with art, it’s a definite see-and-be-seen event where people-watching can be just in advance, as it often sells out. Members $10; non-members $15. 30 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Hot pockets By Allison Young I f you want to clubs, restaurants, lounges and bars squeeze in a wine bar, a pub and await in downtown alone. Come a dance club all in one night, and you nighttime, the heart of the city don’t want to drive from destination comes alive with dancing, lounging to destination, fret not. As well as and live music. Start your happy boasting a smorg- hour at Dos Gringos asbord of bars, or Pink Taco for Scottsdale offers some Mexican beer, mar- unique neighborhood garitas and munchies. hotspots (and it cer- Once properly hydrat- tainly makes parking ed, grab a martini at a heck of a lot easier). Suede and then dance the night away at Myst e4 D S and Axis/ Radius, or Downtown Scottsdale, the Air Patio at e4 savor a cocktail on which includes Old Town, the then catch the live band at Martini Scottsdale Arts District, Fifth Avenue Ranch. Or just fly by the seat of your and the newly christened Scottsdale pants. Around virtually every corner Waterfront, has something for every- is a beckoning bar or lounge, and one, from art galleries to shops to, of best of all, most are within walking course, bars – in fact, more than 50 distance – perfect for a pub crawl. 32 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Flamenco Fever Want a little international flair while in Scottsdale? Then check out some of the Latin-themed offerings. As well as the usual tapas and sangria, Pepín and Tapas Flavors of Spain, both in downtown, also have live flamenco shows (Tapas every Saturday night; Pepín every Friday and Saturday night) and both have weekend salsa dancing that goes well into the night. Sol y Sombra tapas lounge on Market Street serves up fancy Spanish small plates and boasts an all-Spanish wine list. Thursday, Friday and Saturday the Latin heat really turns up when DJs spin Latin and house music. At The Lobby Bar at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch, musical group Mosaico combines flamenco guitar, flute and the fancy footwork of flamenco dancers every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday night (subject to change). The Hard Rock Café in Phoenix goes Latin every Thursday night at 9:00 p.m., when the restaurant transforms into a Latin-inspired nightclub with DJ-spun music. M S DC R Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard Eatery and take in the eye candy is nonetheless a happening place. With (we’re talking about the high-defini- A collection of boutiques, bars and a country bar (Handlebar J), a sushi tion TVs, not the scantily clad wait- restaurants, this trendy people-watch- bar (Sushi On Shea), two wine bars resses). For more upscale food, check ing hub runs along Market Street in (Tapino Kitchen & Wine Bar and out Redfish Seafood Grill and Bar North Scottsdale. Park (or valet park) Lounge on Shea at The Wine Studio), and indulge in one of their potent and stroll from one hotspot to the a place to play pool (Ernie’s), a sports Hurricanes. South on Scottsdale Road next. Kick off the evening at Star bar (Eli’s), a sleek dance club (Devil’s along Greenway Hayden Loop you’ll Spangled Tavern for some down- Martini) and a couple other food and find Barcelona, an expansive and home American grub, or stop by Blue drink joints (Sandbar and Maloney’s eclectic supper club that doubles as a Wasabi’s patio for happy-hour sushi Tavern) all within a two-mile radius, wine bar and dance club. And just a and martinis. For savory Spanish- you’re in for a good night. bit farther south on Scottsdale Road is Sapporo, which boasts a rockin’ style tapas and sangria, head to stylish “Oyatsu Hour” starting at 4:00 p.m. heck of a patio view of Market Street. S R. F L W B. ⁄ K C If you’re in a relaxed mode, have a Located in the shopping plazas around west side of Scottsdale Road, you’ll nightcap on Fleming’s patio or Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and find Kierland Commons. In addition Armitage Wine Lounge and Café. But Scottsdale Road are some tucked- to more than 70 high-end stores and if you really want to paint DC Ranch away yet standout bars and lounges. boutiques, this Main Street-style red, opt for dancing and drinking at For cocktails and pulsating ambiance, retail wonder also is home to more Baroque luxe lounge or San Felipe’s 33 Bistro.Lounge.Venue. is a great than a dozen fabulous restaurants Cantina. place to chill out or dance the night and nightlife hotspots. Sol y Sombra, a combination restaurant/bar with a modern vibe and one Just a minute or two south, on the away. When it comes to beer and pub S B. S R. grub, Skeptical Chymist and Four Not quite as compact as DC Ranch Peaks Grill & Tap are always favorites, or downtown, the intersection of or visit the nearby Tilted Kilt Pub & 34 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com CA VE C Scottsdale/Frank Lloyd Wright & Kierland Corridor Scottsdale/Shea Corridor Cave Creek DESERT MOUNTAIN PKWY. STAGECOACH PASS Downtown Scottsdale LONE MOUNTAIN PKWY. CHARLES BLAIR MACDONALD DR. TR A IL P LEGEN DOVE VALLEY RD. D 168TH ST. 174TH ST. 152ND ST. 136TH ST. PKWY. SC HO 64TH ST. JOMAX RD. ALMA 56TH ST. JOMAX RD. RIO VERDE DR. OL DYNAMITE BLVD. Phoenix 118TH ST. PIMA RD. Canyon Grand DIXILETA DR. 144TH ST. LONE MOUNTAIN RD. LONE MOUNTAIN RD. taff and POCKETS Market Street at DC Ranch KWY. CREE RD. K CAREFREE HWY. CA VE 32ND ST. 24TH ST. 16TH ST. B gs dona, Fla SCOTTSDALE CITY LIMITS T DAM R D Carefree 74 HAPPY VALLEY RD. HAPPY VALLEY RD. 128TH ST. Se I-17 to TLET 160TH ST. 7TH ST. / NEW RIVER RD. CLOUD RD. 7TH AVE. JOY RANCH RD. B AR . FLEMING SPRINGS RD. 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Nightlife Grid A Front Nightlife Grid E Back Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Need A Sitter? L et’s face it, sometimes it’s just transportation) and have a four-hour not a family affair. There are minimum. At both Grandmother’s occasions when you want to leave Child Care 480-443-4342 and the kids in good hands at home or in Safe & Sound Child Care Services your resort room and have an adult 480-785-5413, sitters are CPR night out on the town. In that case, trained, bonded and have gone there are plenty of kid-sitting options. through a background screening. Many hotels and resorts have affiliat- Contact your concierge or the indi- ed sitter services that come to the vidual agencies for more information. hotel. Most charge by the hour (plus 46 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com getting to and from By JoAnne By Allison Zeterberg Young T Cab at 602-200-2000. hese local transportation options will help ensure that you arrive and get home R C S safely. Your hotel concierge also will gladly organize transporta- C C tion for you, whether Scottsdale is definitely you’re looking for a not a cab mecca like, limo, a taxi or a town say, New York. Instead car. Most resorts have of hailing one, your a town car service read- best bet is to call in ily available, although advance. Depending there may be a bit of a on where you are, on wait during weekend a typical Friday or busy times. Most town Saturday night expect cars have a flat fee a 10- to 30-minute depending on where wait. Coming home, you have a better you’re going, which you can either chance of flagging one down as taxis pay directly or charge to your room. usually hover around the hotspots, Downtown Scottsdale but calling is recommended. The T S meter starts at about $3 and goes up If you’re staying downtown and you’re about $1.85 per mile. Call Discount looking for a happy-hour shuttle, the 48 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Scottsdale Trolley operates every 10 most Valley limo companies do not minutes within the downtown area, have a liquor license, they can stock from Scottsdale Fashion Square ice and mix, but you’re required to through Fifth Avenue and the Arts BYOB. Desert Knights Sedans & District, from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Limousines offers 14-passenger – and it’s free. To view the route, visit Excursion SUVs to rent with all the www.scottsdaleaz.gov/trolley (no bells and whistles, including three trolley service on New Year’s Day, flat-screen televisions, two bars, flashy Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, interior lights and a rockin’ sound Thanksgiving or Christmas). system, not to mention a curtained area in the back for extra privacy For late-night trolley service, reserve (wink, wink, nudge, nudge) and VIP (rates vary). Private Coach Limos has a whole new level of glitz and glam- Ollie the Trolley. It seats a maximum passes to all the clubs. They have a 10- and 14-passenger limos to mark our. Outfitted with four TVs, laser of 34 people and will gladly serve four-hour minimum on weekends your arrival, and special “Ride to the lights, plush seating and a state-of-the- Game in Style” packages for sporting art sound system, it’s like no Hummer events. Carey Phoenix Limousine you’ve ever laid eyes on before. But offers eight-passenger limos and 10- their real scene stealer is the Party passenger SUVs with TV, CD player, Bus, which comes complete with fog ice and glasses. Rates start at $65 an machine, disco lights, flat-screen TV hour with a three-hour minimum on and an “entertainment” pole. Neither the weekend. In The Scene Limousine the “entertainment” nor the alcohol is has luxury limos and SUVs, as well provided, but you will get to bypass as a Hummer limo for up to 20 pas- covers and lines at many key clubs. sengers. The outside looks like a Talk about a party on wheels! as your designated driver for the : evening. They provide the ice chest Great news for travelers – getting to Scottsdale from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is now more convenient than ever! In January 2006, Sky Harbor opened a new Rental Car Center. This stand-alone facility houses 13 rental car companies under one roof and has the capacity to hold 5,600 rental cars ready for customer pick-up. Designated shuttle buses transport passengers quickly and efficiently from the terminal buildings to the Rental Car Center. and you provide the alcohol. Cost is $400 for the first three hours, $125 for each additional hour (three-hour minimum). A S Whether you’re out for a bachelor party or a girl’s night out, nothing announces your arrival like pulling up in a chauffeured limousine, a stretch SUV or a souped-up Hummer. Since 49 Hummer, but the inside, which has plenty of room thanks to a raised Not all limos will cost you. If you’re roof and lowered floor, takes things to going to Sugar Daddy’s Blues just 50 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com south of downtown and are staying V P within a seven-mile radius, you can Valet parking is about as common reserve their very own limousine. in Scottsdale as cacti. Many establish- Decked out in yellow and orange ments offer it as a complimentary flames, it’s tough to miss; and not service, although you are expected to only does it come to your door, it tip. Others charge a flat rate. Either gets you to the front of the line at way, it’s especially handy downtown, Sugar Daddy’s. It works on a first- where parking spaces fill up on the come, first-served basis seven nights weekend faster than you can say a week; all you have to do is call “prickly pear margarita.” Easy Rider (602) 739-0644 and make sure to tip the driver. Sugar Daddy’s Blues S cottsdale boasts miles and miles contest. If you don’t have your own of open roads and scenic desert wheels, you can always rent a ride at highways, perfect for bike enthusiasts. EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals. For After a day of cruising, pull into the serious bike enthusiasts, there’s the Billet Bar in downtown or Greasewood annual Arizona Bike Week. The Pre- Flat in North Scottsdale, two hog- Rally kicks off with the Miss Arizona friendly hangouts that are always Bike Week Pageant, followed by five happening. Or head to the Dirty days of parties and rides, including Dogg Saloon for Scottsdale’s version the famous Kick-Start Party. And of Coyote Ugly. Pretty much every then comes Cyclefest, a five-day night gets wild, with bartenders in motorcycle mania held at WestWorld “bootie” shorts dancing on the bar in North Scottsdale, where you’ll find and swinging from the rafters (literal- trick riders, ramp jumpers, custom ly), but things get hog-wild crazy on bike builders and live music. Wednesdays with their wet T-shirt 51 52 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com special events By Allison Young cottsdale is home S Bon Appétit ArtWalk in October and to a slew of year-round festivals the Fiesta Bowl ArtWalk in December. and events that extend into the 480-945-8475, www.scottsdalegalleries.com evening hours. Here are a few to Barrett-Jackson get you started. Collector Car Auction Scottsdale ArtWalk – – WestWorld Scottsdale Arts District January 15-21, 2007 / Thursday evenings, 2008 dates TBD year-round Barrett-Jackson isn’t Every Thursday just one of the coun- evening from 7:00 try’s preeminent car p.m. to 9:00 p.m., the auctions, it’s a reason galleries surrounding to celebrate. As well Marshall Way and as day and night Main Street open their auctions, the event doors and offer special exhibitions, includes charity galas, parties and a artist receptions and entertainment. Rock ’n’ Roll Memorabilia Auction. Several themed ArtWalks also are 480-421-6694, www.barrett-jackson.com offered throughout the year: the Scottsdale ArtWalk Summer Spectacular ArtWalk in July, The FBR Open – TPC Scottsdale the Western ArtWalk in October, the January 29 – February 4, 2007 / 54 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com 2008 dates TBD SMoCA Nights – Scottsdale Museum The FBR Open isn’t all about golf, it’s of Contemporary Art also a great excuse to party – especial- March 22, 2007; June 21, 2007; ly come Wednesday at 4 o’clock when November 2007 (date TBD) the Bird’s Nest opens for business. For Held three times a year, this eclectic four nights the gigantic tent, which evening combines fashion shows, live is located just across from the TPC music, DJs and free appetizers for an Scottsdale, hosts one of the biggest evening of urban art and modern cul- parties of the year. As well as live music, ture. Full cash bar available. expect drinking, dancing and thou- 480-994-ARTS, www.smoca.org sands of beautiful people. Last year Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction March 30, 2007 / 2008 date TBD phere sets the stage for a gala evening, drew a crowd of some 12,000. If you Arizona Bike Week – WestWorld Stroll the Desert Botanical Garden showcasing signature dishes from the want some extra elbow room, you March 28 – April 1, 2007 while sampling delicious South- Valley’s most prominent chefs and might want to opt for the VIP area, Celebrate the sport of motorcycling! western cuisine, savoring the sounds restaurants. Guests will enjoy wine which comes with separate seating. The polo field at WestWorld is trans- of flamenco guitar and salsa music, and spirit tastings, as well as live 602-870-0163, www.fbropen.com formed into the “HandleBar Saloon,” and sipping from a glowing margarita entertainment and dancing. This excit- with vendors, concerts by nationally glass (which you get to keep). The ing event is part of the week-long Wine and Jazz Festival – el Pedregal known performers and more. event runs from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 Scottsdale Culinary Festival. Shops & Dining at The Boulders Resort Enjoy factory demo rides by Harley- p.m. and includes a complimentary 480-945-7193, and Golden Door Spa Davidson, trick riders, poker runs, margarita. Tickets must be purchased www.scottsdaleculinaryfestival.org February 17 – April 14, 2007 / custom bike builders, bike games, in advance. 2008 dates TBD charity rides and raffles, and demon- 480-941-1225, www.dbg.org Enjoy live music and wine tasting every strations. Saturday night in the el Pedregal Plaza. 480-644-8191, www.azbikeweek.com Festivities start at 6:00 p.m., with the Southwest Festival of Beers – Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Carnivale de Cuisine – Scottsdale April 14-15, 2007 / 2008 dates TBD Center for the Performing Arts Part of Scottsdale Culinary Festival’s vino and music beginning at 7:00 p.m. Agave on the Rocks – Desert April 13, 2007 / 2008 dates TBD Great Arizona Picnic, this event is all 480-488-1072, www.elpedregal.com Botanical Garden A festive Caribbean Carnivale atmos- about beer – 250+ specialty beers to 55 56 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com country join several of Scottsdale’s 602-914-4390, www.phoenixzoo.org finest chefs for this three-day culinary extravaganza that includes an ArtWalk, Scottsdale Fashion Week – golf invitational, culinary workshops, Scottsdale Waterfront gala dinner, a grand tasting and brunch. November 2007 dates TBD / 2008 480-421-1004, www.bonappetitgolf.com dates TBD The Scottsdale Waterfront will be Scottsdale Fashion Week Scottsdale International Film Festival transformed into a high-energy fash- – Harkins Camelview Luxury Cinema ion show and street party showcasing October 2007 dates TBD / 2008 dates the best of European and American TBD designers. The event includes top Experience the best in current inter- models displaying the apparel of be exact. Although it’s a daytime affair, April 27-28, 2007 / 2008 dates TBD national film at the annual Scottsdale internationally acclaimed designers you can’t ignore the theme. Held on Held at WestWorld, the fourth-annual International Film Festival. This five- straight from New York runways, Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, as well McDowell Mountain Music Festival day event is a wonderful combination musical performances and a well- as brew the event offers food and live promises to be bigger and better than of outstanding cinema and exciting ness, beauty and fine living pavilion. rock ’n’ roll music. A true triple threat! ever. The 2006 event featured The Black celebrity-attended parties. Entertainment and dancing follows And, if this whets your appetite for Crowes and Los Lobos and raised 602-410-1074, www.scottsdalefilmfestival.com the fashion show. VIP ticket packages, all things culinary, check out the entire $100,000 for local children’s charities. week-long celebration of fine food 480-421-1004, www.mmmf.net and drink that is the Scottsdale which include access to the exclusive ZooFari – Phoenix Zoo event after party, are available. October 2007 dates TBD / 2008 866-443-8849 or (480) 421-1004, www.scottsdalespas.com Culinary Festival. Scottsdale Celebrity Chef Golf and dates TBD 480- 945-7193, Spa Invitational presented by Bon Feast with the beasts on delicacies from www.scottsdaleculinaryfestival.org Appétit & MasterCard – Various more than 50 of the Valley’s finest Las Noches de las Luminarias – Scottsdale Locations October 2007 restaurants and purveyors of wine Desert Botanical Garden McDowell Mountain Music Festival – dates TBD / 2008 dates TBD and spirits. Live music, dancing and a November – December annually WestWorld Celebrity chefs from around the silent auction add to the excitement. Once the sun goes down on the 57 58 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com entertainment, from fire dancers to This year’s festivities will feature a flamenco guitar. Stroll through the lit Champagne and Chefs celebration paths and courtyards sampling wine with delicious food, drinks and a daz- and delicious desserts. zling display of fireworks at midnight. 480-941-1225, www.dbg.org 866-443-8849, www.scottsdalenewyearseveparty.com ZooLights – Phoenix Zoo November – January annually Tostitos Fiesta Bowl New Year’s Eve The Phoenix Zoo comes alive with Block Party – Tempe Town Lake 2.5 million lights and nearly 400 light December 31, 2007 / December 31, 2008 sculptures, including an 18-foot rat- Named by USA Today as one of the tlesnake. The annual event costs $8 top 10 places in America to ring in and runs from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 the new year, the Tempe block party p.m. nightly (closed December 25). features a big-name headliner on the 602-914-4300, www.phoenixzoo.org main stage as well as 30 to 40 local bands. Festivities kick off at 4:00 p.m. December 31, 2007 / December 31, 2008 For a Sex and the City-style evening, swing by Furio’s for Martinis & Manicures. Every Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., the trendy eatery and martini bar brings in licensed manicurists who’ll buff and polish your nails while you sip a Pretty in Pink martini. Cost: $10. After your manicure, head over to Kazimierz world wine bar for the Cool Monday Jam with Margo Reed (open jam session from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.). hand-lit luminarias as well as live theme nights Don’t miss Sugar Daddy’s Gold Digger Tuesdays. Ladies get half-price beer, well drinks and wine all night long; you just need a Gold Digger’s card which is free at the bar. A DJ will be spinning high-energy dance tunes starting at 10:00 p.m., so get out there and shake your booty. Over at NEXT Lounge & Nightclub, it’s Sugar Tuesdays, Scottsdale’s longest-running Hip Hop weekly. Downtown Scottsdale Whether you’re new to the wine world or a total wine geek, Tapino Kitchen & Wine Bar’s Thursday Night Flight School is a great excuse to sip and savor. Each week the one-hour class features a different theme and expert. Be sure to show up at 6:30 p.m. sharp. The $10 fee includes five pours of wine along with finger food. Reservations are recommended. lights up, literally, with thousands of Stop by Tapas Restaurant “Flavors of Spain” and enjoy Sizzling Salsa & Top 40s, featuring salsa lessons, world music and a reverse happy hour from 10:00 p.m. to close. For the ladies, the downtown Comedy Spot has half-price tickets for its 10 o’clock show. Something for him and her! Scottsdale’s Ultimate Block Party – Not only does The Phoenician’s lobby lounge, The Thirsty Camel, boast one of the best patios in the city with spectacular views of the mountains and city lights, every Saturday night from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. you get a front-row seat to the spectacular night sky. With the help of a 14-inch-diameter telescope and a trained astronomer, you might catch an up-close and personal look at Jupiter. Desert Botanical Garden, the garden If you’re in North Scottsdale, swing by Blue Wasabi in DC Ranch for Blue Sundays. Anyone wearing the magic color will get 50 percent off all drinks from open to close. If you’re downtown, Sunday Nights @ Blue Note Cellars features an acid jazz DJ paired with a jazz trumpet player, as well as 50 percent off selected wines, a $10 Chef Selection cheese plate and a $15 antipasto plate all night long. Show starts at 10:00 p.m. and go until 12:30 a.m. www.tostitosfiestabowl.com For a comprehensive list of Take a trip to Spain via The Lounge at T. Cook’s in the Royal Palms Resort & Spa. Every Wednesday night from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the Mediterranean-style lounge gets its Spanish groove on with tapas, sangria and the musical stylings of Spanish guitarist Gaetano. Scottsdale special events, visit www.ExperienceScottsdale.com. Las Noches de las Luminarias 59 60 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com off the b e at e n pat h By Allison Young cottsdale’s nightlife S And since 95 percent of desert isn’t all about bars. Whether you’re wildlife comes out at night, don’t be looking to relax or rev up, there are surprised if you see coyotes, tarantu- plenty of alternative nightlife options las and scorpions – oh my! They’ve also just introduced out there. a military-issue ther- S, S N mal imaging scope No, you can’t really thing emitting heat complain about up to 500 yards away Scottsdale’s cloudless so you can truly expe- sky considering the rience the “wild” side 300-plus days of of nightlife in the sunshine a year, but desert. Call for sea- equally impressive is sonal departure times. that picks up any- the star-filled night SonoranArizona Casino Desert Flora sky. And what better way to experi- Stellar Adventures Hummer and ATV ence it than in a Hummer. Desert Tours offers both Night Vision and Storm Hummer Tours offers Night Stargazing tours. The four-hour Storm Adventure, a four-hour night- Stargazing trip starts with an off-road vision desert tour where you get your Hummer tour, and then you stop to own military-grade Gen III scope. stargaze with a trained astronomer 62 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com “We live for the nights the people we’ll we’ll never remember with never forget.” ~ Anonymous Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa, Tuesday for unlimited video games and has a 13,000-square-foot laser tag indulge in a winter Candlelit Watsu. mini golf for $10. Open until 9:00 p.m. arena complete with towers, bridges, The seasonal treatment, which is a during the week; 11:00 p.m. on Friday and ramps, as well as a state-of-the- combination of Shiatsu massage and and Saturday. For an indoor fun park, art sound system and light show. When water therapy, takes place in a candlelit there’s Jillian’s/Dave and Buster’s at you get tired from chasing each other pool under the stars. Desert Ridge Marketplace. Within around, there’s also pizza, ice cream and their 65,000-square-foot space they arcade games. Speed junkies should G Y G O have dancing, dining, billiards, arcade check out F1 Race Factory, the largest Golf isn’t just a daytime sport. Once games and 12 lanes of psychedelic indoor kart racing entertainment and high-powered telescope. Depending the sun goes down, hit the automat- black-light bowling. Open until 2:00 venue in the United States, with two on the time of year, you’ll get to see ed driving range and miniature golf a.m. on weekends (must be over 21 racing tracks, six billiard tables, arcade Jupiter’s moons and even Saturn’s rings. greens at CrackerJax Family Fun & after 11:00 p.m.). Stratum Laser Tag games and a rock-climbing wall. The Aqua Spa at Mondrian Scottsdale Sports Park. They also have go-karts, If off-roading isn’t your cup of tea, how bumper boats, batting cages and For gambling action, Fort McDowell about a luxurious moonlit massage. video games, and they’re open until Casino has slots, black jack, keno and The Aqua Spa at Mondrian Scottsdale midnight on Friday and Saturday. poker. Casino Arizona’s Loop 101 & has private poolside cabanas with Fiddlesticks Family Fun Park also McKellips location has 998 slots, 50 candles and fireplace available into has go-karts, batting cages, miniature blackjack tables and keno, but if it’s the evening for body treatments. For golf, bumper boats and a video arcade, poker and off-track betting you’re the ultimate in romance, opt for a as well as a 4,000-square-foot state- after, visit their Loop 101 & Indian couple’s massage. At Sanctuary on of-the-art laser tag adventure. Go 63 Bend location. F1 Race Factory 64 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Dukakis have taken the stage in recent seasons, as well as an array of plays and performances. Nearby, the newly renovated 326-seat Theater 4301 offers an eclectic calendar of performances throughout the year. To catch large-scale musical numbers, Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre, a downtown nonprofit theater housed in an art deco–style building, is your Jillian’s/Dave & Busters place. They offer two stages, a 130- A E To view the gallery route, visit seat theater-in-the-round, as well as Scottsdale isn’t just a bar and restau- www.scottsdalegalleries.com. The Actor’s Cafe, an intimate 60-seat theater with smaller-cast performances. rant mecca, it’s home to more than 100 galleries that showcase the works If you’re looking for theater or cultur- Also located downtown is Stagebrush of both local and international artists al performances, you don’t have to Theatre. The 200-seat venue and working in every medium, from cut- stray from downtown. Right in the home to the Scottsdale Community ting-edge sculptures to rustic oil heart of Scottsdale Civic Center Mall Players is the oldest nonprofit theater landscapes. The best time to take in is the Scottsdale Center for the in town and showcases musicals, dra- the downtown galleries is during the Performing Arts, a multi-purpose mas and comedies. For more of an Scottsdale ArtWalk, a year-round showplace with several unique spaces, off-Broadway experience that revolves affair that takes place every Thursday including the 838-seat Virginia G. around women’s issues and themes, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A favorite Piper Theater, the 136-seat Stage 2 visit arizona women’s theatre company among locals and tourists, the 30- Theater and a 2,200-seat amphithe- in the Stable Arts Complex. Housed year tradition lets you gallery-hop ater. Joan Baez, David Sedaris, the in a 700-square-foot space with pur- and even meet some of the artists. Glenn Miller Orchestra and Olympia ple walls and exposed beams, the 65 Celluloid Dreams For film buffs, there are plenty of movie options in the Valley. Catch dinner and a show at Farrelli’s Cinema Supper Club, Arizona’s only restaurant and movie theater. They have a full menu and a full bar, and feature flicks seven days a week. Just be sure to call first to reserve your spot. If it’s a family affair (or if you want to make out in the back seat), there’s always the drive-in. Scottsdale Six DriveIn is open 365 days a year and features six screens. For artsy fare and independent titles, head to Harkins Camelview 5 just north of Scottsdale Fashion Square. This is also one of the sites of the Scottsdale International Film Festival, a five-day film extravaganza held in October that highlights international films and specifically focuses on costume design. If it’s shoot-’em-up blockbusters you’re in the mood for, there is no shortage of multiplexes in Scottsdale. Check www.moviefone.com for listings. www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com nonprofit theater gives women’s voices town, you’ve always got Showstoppers a forum. Slotted for March 2007 is the Live! at Casino Arizona. On par with Pandora Festival, which showcases a Vegas production, the star-studded Arizona women playwrights. concert features the music of Elvis, Tina Turner and the Temptations, performed by lookalikes. Visit : www.showstopperslive.com for Stage actors are a particularly superstitious lot – they don’t say “Macbeth” in a theater, they don’t whistle backstage, and they never wish each other “good luck” before a performance. This last tradition is a form of reverse psychology. Instead of tempting fate by talking about positive outcomes in advance, they tell each other to “break a leg.” show times. One of the last projects of renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, ASU’s Gammage Auditorium in Tempe is as impressive outside as it is inside. With Cricket Pavilion 3,000-plus seats on three levels, all with afternoon show featuring professors Spade, as well as a crop of up-and- a great view of the stage, you can and graduate students from the ASU coming locals and newcomers. Shows enjoy concerts and touring Broadway College of Fine Arts. run Thursday through Sunday, with On the other end of the spectrum plays like Wicked, Chicago and Dirty (and the other end of town) is Cricket Rotten Scoundrels. And don’t forget to Pavilion, a 20,000-seat open-air amphitheater in Phoenix that brings 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. shows on the weekend. The early show features check out the visual arts exhibition in L B M its three lobby galleries. Scottsdale may not be on par with, pasta, and both shows feature a full say, Chicago or New York in terms of bar (two-item minimum). Top head- in the biggest names in the music biz. a full menu of prime rib, burgers and Past headliners have included Van ASU Kerr Cultural Center in comedy, but there are plenty of places liners tend to sell out early, so book Morrison, Bonnie Raitt, Toby Keith, Scottsdale is slightly less assuming, to catch a hilarious headliner, starting tickets in advance. Dave Matthews Band and Jimmy but far more intimate. Expect a vari- with the most famous. Since opening Buffett. For upcoming performances, ety of local, regional, national and its comedic doors, the Tempe Improv For a knee-slapping good time, check out www.cricket-pavilion.com. international performing artists at the has hosted heavyweights like Jerry the Comedy Spot in downtown If your favorite performer isn’t in 250-seat venue, including a Sunday- Seinfeld, Damon Wayans and David Scottsdale features headliners Friday 67 68 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts finger food at Kazimierz world wine also is available at Salty Señorita and bar until 1:45 a.m. The kitchen at Dos Gringos until 2:00 a.m., or head Sugar Daddy’s stays open until 2:00 to Mickey’s Hangover for late-night a.m. for burgers, salads and the bites until 4:00 a.m. If you’re in the “world’s best chicken tenders.” If you Shea/Scottsdale area, the tapas-style have a pizza craving, Nello’s Pizza late-night menu at Tapino Kitchen downtown serves their full pizza & Wine Bar is served until 2:00 menu, as well as wings and select a.m. As for resort fare, the Waltz & appetizers, until 2:00 a.m., although Weiser Saloon at The Westin Kierland the kitchen may close early depending Resort & Spa, Rita’s Taqueria & on the crowd. For something sweeter, Bar at Camelback Inn, and The Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor & Thirsty Camel at The Phoenician Restaurant scoops until midnight on all serve until midnight. Order the Fridays and Saturdays. For sushi, go shrimp cocktail at The Thirsty Camel and you’re in for a treat. Mmmm! and Saturday night at 8:00 p.m. and Improv Comedy Troupe. The troupe to Blue Wasabi at DC Ranch or Hilton 10:00 p.m., and on Sundays the takes the stage Thursday at 8:00 p.m., Village, which serves until midnight Original Improv Comedy Troupe and Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. on the weekends; and for beer bread takes the stage. Here there are no and 10:00 p.m., all ages welcome. Cost: sandwiches, burgers and pizza, the scripts; the ideas come from you, the $10, early weekend shows $12. late-night menu at Four Peaks Grill & audience. All seating is first come, Tap in North Scottsdale is available first served, so get there early. They L-N N until midnight seven days a week. have a full bar but a limited menu of There’s only one thing to do about Carlsbad Tavern & Restaurant keeps nachos and chips and salsa (two-drink late-night hunger pangs – eat! And the kitchen open until 2:00 a.m. minimum). there are plenty of places to cure your nightly, serving modern Mexican cravings. Downtown options include grub from their late-night menu (you For family friendly improv, head to pub grub at the Yard House until can’t go wrong with their Habanero Theater 168, the home of the Jester’z 12:30 a.m. on weekends or upscale Cheeseburger). Mexico-style bar food 69 Four Peaks Grill & Tap 70 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com s i g n at u r e drinks By Candice Bemish and Allison Young A lthough it’s unclear masters have always enjoyed creating awhen the first cocktail was their own custom creations! mixed, or exactly where the name As the popularity of the cocktail has “cocktail” came from, one thing’s for sure – the drinking reached new heights, world has never been drink-mixing experts the same since mixed known as mixologists drinks were first stirred have emerged with (or perhaps shaken). technical know-how paired with intense So, what is a cocktail? creativity. The result is It’s a combination of a new brand of cock- at least two things – a tails that utilizes fresh, base spirit and a flavor unique ingredients that mixer. The spirit can be anything from elevate the everyday cocktail to a gour- vodka to gin to rum (just to name a met-level drinking indulgence. few), and mixers include simple syrups, Hiking in the Sonoran Desert fruit juices, liqueurs, pre-made mixes On the following pages, enjoy signa- and just about any other complemen- ture cocktail recipes from some of tary flavoring ingredient. With such an Scottsdale’s hottest bartenders and open-ended definition, it’s no wonder mixologists and bring the flavors of that bartenders and at-home mix the Southwest home! 72 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com M--P M C S Named after the world-famous Mother-of-Pearl swimming pool at The Phoenician, this light and refreshing cocktail is best enjoyed in the great outdoors. Suede bartender Terry Keal created a sweet and sexy martini to go along with the club’s seductive vibe. Ingredients: 3 oz Pearl Vodka 1 1/2 oz fresh lychee juice 1/2 oz Midori Melon Liqueur Directions: Combine the first two ingredients in a cocktail shaker over ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass. Add Midori Liqueur and garnish with a fresh peeled lychee fruit. Ingredients: 1 oz Three Olives Cherry Vodka 2 oz lemonade 1/2 oz Triple Sec Directions: In a rocks glass filled with ice, combine ingredients. Garnish with a cherry and serve. P P M T B No stay in Scottsdale is complete without a prickly pear margarita, especially from the Phoenician’s The Thirsty Camel. The Lobby Lounge at the Four Seasons serves up a rather “rich” drink, appropriately called The Bentley, and like the car it’s smooth, sophisticated and, at $80 a pop, an indulgent luxury. Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz El Tesoro Silver Tequila Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Gran Patrón Platinum tequila 3/4 oz Rémy Martin Louis XIII Cognac 1/2 oz lime juice 1/2 oz Cointreau 3 oz fresh lime juice (sweetened) or margarita mix 4 oz sweet and sour mix 1/2 oz prickly pear syrup Directions: Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker over ice. Shake Directions: Mix all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain into a saltrimmed cocktail glass and garnish with a lime wedge. 73 and strain into a chilled martini glass rimmed in salt. Garnish with a blood orange slice. 74 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com P U M T Pretty Ugli from Baroque luxe lounge combines old-school ingredients for new-school chic. Drink the “original” Mai Tai in the exotic Polynesian Trader Vic’s at Hotel Valley Ho. Ingredients: 8 basil leaves Juice of 1 fresh lemon Simple syrup to taste Ingredients: 2 oz Trader Vic’s Royal Amber Rum 3 1/2 oz Trader Vic’s Mai Tai Mix (available at hotelvalleyho.com/shop) 1 oz fresh lime juice 1/2 lime 1 1/2 oz Nardini Liquore Acqua di Cedro 1/2 oz Chartreuse V.E.P. (green) Club soda Directions: In a pint glass, muddle basil with a few ice cubes. Add liqueurs, lemon juice and simple syrup. Season the rim of a rocks glass with a basil leaf and fill with ice. Shake and strain into glass. Top off with club soda and garnish with a basil leaf. Directions: Mix first three ingredients and shake with crushed ice. Add lime and serve in original Mai Tai glass. Garnish with pineapple, cherry and fresh mint. C M M Nothing is ordinary at e4, including their cocktail menu. Try Condensation for an exotic jolt. The signature drink at Deseo Bar at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is fresh and fruity, just what you’d expect from a muddle bar. Ingredients: 1 oz Bacardi Apple Rum Ingredients: 1 tsp diced mango 1 oz Malibu Rum 1/2 oz Crème de banana 1 tsp diced orange 1/2 oz lime juice 4 basil leaves 1 1/2 oz Grey Goose L’Orange Vodka 1/2 oz Curaçao 1/2 oz simple syrup Splash of orange juice 7 oz pineapple juice 1 tsp diced pineapple Directions: In a tall glass, combine mango, pineapple, orange and basil. Directions: Combine ingredients in a tall glass and serve over ice. 75 Using a muddler, smash until all juices are extracted from the fruit. Fill glass with ice and add remainder of ingredients. Shake and serve. 76 www.NightlifeInScottsdale.com Supplemental Business Listings C M Sip on a Cantaloupe Martini in the green glow of the jade bar at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain and don’t be surprised if you brush shoulders with a celebrity or two. Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Ketel One Vodka 2 oz watermelon liqueur Splash of orange juice Splash of fresh lime juice Directions: Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, shake and pour into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with cantaloupe balls. 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Pour 1/3 of mixture into second blender and add Blue Curaçao. Pour blue mixture into margarita glass Desert Storm Hummer Tours 480-922-0020, www.dshummer.com Ollie the Trolley 480-970-8130, www.olliethetrolley.net (salt rim if desired). Pour 1/3 mix (white) into margarita glass over blue mix. Add cactus juice (to the blender) and top with remaining 1/3 mixture. Discount Cab 602-200-2000, www.discountcab.com Private Coach Limos 602-653-9340, www.privatecoachlimos.com EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals 480-970-0120, www.eaglerider.com The Rail (Nordstrom) 480-946-4111, www.nordstrom.com There’s no shortage of margaritas at Rita’s Taqueria & Bar at Camelback Inn, but you can’t go wrong with their signature sweet and sour drink. 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