Devoured Phoenix 2012
So much good food here in this valley! I had the pleasure of going to Devoured Phoenix at the Phoenix Art Museum on Saturday. This is the 3rd annual event in the valley, and it is one of the best. I was only able to go in Saturday but heard from others that Sunday was just as fantastic, and had a few different restaurants to see. If you get the chance to go next year for both days, it is worth it. Here are a few tips. 1st, don’t eat before you go, there will be more than enough there! 2nd, you might want a designated driver as the wine and beer were plentiful! What a great way to get a sample of the restaurants that you’ve been wanting to try and haven’t gotten around to it. I found many that are on the short list to check out very soon. Here are a few of the highlights from Saturday.
Chicken and Waffles from Relish Burger Bistro – this started my day of eating and oh my was it a good start!
Pan Seared Quail Breast, Tempranillo Blackberry Sauce & Jack Cheese Grits – From Cartwrights – I could have eaten 6 plates of this!
Crisp Arepas of Rock Shrimp, Black Bean Puree, Queso Anejo, Jicama, Radish, Jalapeno & Oregano Pico with Smoked Chili Drizzle – from Tonto Bar & Grill at Rancho Manana. This was also a must visit in person restaurant.
Arizona Stronghold wine – sadly I didn’t get to try this wine but with the crowd that was around them I’m sure it was fantastic. This is a local winery.
Executive Chef Matthew Zdeb and Sous Chef Ryan Anderson of Sushi Roku were wonderful to talk with. They served Prime Rib Eye Steak Japonaise served with Soy Garlic Sauce.
Well I’m sure this will tell you something about me – this was my favorite. Red Velvet Ding Dongs from Santa Barbara Catering. They wisely put out a sign that said only one per person.
And the cotton candy in pastel colors was a hit with my daughter from District American Kitchen.
Chef Mel from The Four Seasons doing a demo.
Saffron Tomato Braised Lamb with Fregola and Fennel Salad from Taggia – Coastal Italian Cuisine
The Elvis from Churn – Peanut Butter Ice Cream with Banana Charm Sauce.
Burgers from Windsor ready to serve. Churn is next door so you can have dinner and then have dessert all on the same block.
Hedges Family Estate wines from Washington State. They had a wonderful non-Oaky Chardonnay that was wonderful.
So much to see. We are working on a slide show of the other pictures. I would love to hear from you if you went to the 3rd annual Devoured Phoenix this last weekend and what you enjoyed the most.
Heather
