Winter 2009 - Oser Communications Group
Winter 2009 - Oser Communications Group
Winter 2009 - Oser Communications Group
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<strong>Winter</strong> <strong>2009</strong><br />
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NEWS & NOTES<br />
MEALS OF THE SEASON<br />
Escape to Italy! Proprietor Chef Steve Schultz of<br />
Luna Bella Italian Cuisine & Catering, and Executive<br />
Chef Peter Wilkins of Amereno’s Little Italy craft<br />
cuisine using traditional and innovative recipes,<br />
reminiscent of an abroad dining experience.<br />
PROFILES<br />
Walk through Los Portales’ doors for fine Mexican<br />
food and design your home with Karimi Rugs.<br />
Then explore a new Harvest full of fresh, new<br />
dishes, or Obsidian Gallery’s latest exhibition.<br />
CHEFS SPEAK<br />
Café 54’s Executive Chef Michael McCord brightens up<br />
Downtown Tucson with his versatile dishes, as well as<br />
his eagerness to teach employees in the restaurant’s<br />
unique program for adults recovering from mental<br />
illnesses, while Mina’s Thai Chef Stephen Hingst<br />
prepares authentic and healthy Thai-influenced meals.<br />
ON THE VINE<br />
Road Trip! Explore the wineries this winter in<br />
California. From Santa Barbara County Wine Country<br />
to Santa Rosa Road, your discoveries will be well worth<br />
the visit. Cheers!<br />
BODY BEAUTIFUL<br />
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX<br />
Interior Designer Lori Carroll details the powerful<br />
presence of powder rooms—a small, but detail-oriented<br />
focal point in the home.<br />
AROUND THE STATE<br />
The Las Vegas experience in Arizona’s backyard proves<br />
that during this winter season, you won’t have to go<br />
far for fun, food, and excitement! Check out our list<br />
of casino getaways and adventures.<br />
BEST BETS<br />
GREAT RECIPES OF ARIZONA<br />
ON THE COVER: Grilled Scallops with Red and Yellow Pepper Spinach<br />
Risotto, an Olive Artichoke Tapenade, and a Pesto Butter Sauce at<br />
Luna Bella Italian Cuisine & Catering | Photo by Yvonne Manglona<br />
2 ARIZONA GOURMET LIVING WINTER <strong>2009</strong>