^ I Support Local Community Journalism Support the independent voice of Phoenix and help keep the future of the New Times clear. This new calendar page is longing for some sharp-on-food events. This month brings Valentines, Galentines and other culinary events to the home. Though serious social distancing measures are being taken, the valley also has some cookery dinners and even a combo yoga and brunch. Here’s what’s going on in February 2021. Al Fresco off Main All February, Downtown Mesa, The Outdoor Pop-up , Al Fresco off Main, is located in Downtown Mesa between Macdonald and Main Streets. The space is open to guests of several restaurants including Tacos Chiwas, Chupacabra Taproom, Mango’s Mexican Cafe, Nunthaporn’s Thai Cuisine, and the Nile Coffee Shop. The takeaway food allows diners to continue doing business and maintaining social distancing. The room is open in February from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. EXPAND Sign up for the Chefs’ Carte Blanche Dinner soon. Cuisine and Wine Bistro Chefs ‘Carte Blanche Dinner Monday, February 1stCuisine and Wine Bistro4991 South Alma School Road, # 101, ChandlerFirst: The last Chefs’ Dinner at the Cuisine and Wine Bistro was sold out, so reserve as soon as possible. The chefs’ carte blanche dinners offer you the opportunity to experience fine cuisine in seven courses. Think of a trio of amuse bouche, octopus, cheesecake, yuzu sorbet, sole, duck, and mango dessert in a cage (you just have to see it). Price is $ 225 per person and includes wine pairing. EXPAND Order champagne or try the limited drink special inspired by the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Kelly’s at SouthBridge Phoenix Open Week Monday, February 1 through Sunday, February 7, Kelly’s at SouthBridge7117 East Sixth Avenue, ScottsdaleIf, like most of us, you’re not attending the 2021 Waste Management Phoenix Open, you don’t have to be missing out on the action. Experience the annual golf tournament on Kelly’s at SouthBridge’s large deck. There are over 24 flat screen TVs or you can reserve a private room with bottle service. There is also the limited Byrdie, Bogie or Chip Shot drink special. EXPAND Get out your best flapper dress. Match Market & Bar Great Gatsby Dinner Saturday, February 6Match Market & Bar1100 North Central Avenue Dress up for the Great Gatsby dinner at the Match Market and Bar. Start with salmon veal eggs followed by shrimp and mango ceviche, seafood soup, New Yorker Strip steak and lemon frost. Each of the five courses comes with a fluttering cocktail pairing. Mask requirements and temperatures are measured on arrival, but then everything is fun (with hand disinfection stations throughout the restaurant). Tickets are $ 75 and seating is limited. Free Flow Yoga and Brunch on Sundays February 7th and 21st Found: RE1100 North Central Avenue What’s better than post-workout breakfast items and adult drinks? Really not much. Join CorePower trainer Christina Mierzejewski by the pool at Found: RE for a 45-minute yoga session followed by brunch. It costs $ 50 per person and includes food and drinks from the on-site Match Market & Bar. Drinks include Blood Marys, draft beer, mimosa and … coffee. Food includes an egg or crispy chicken sandwich, shakshuka, breakfast burrito, and burger. The class starts at 10am: Uproot Racism, Sow Sovereignty Tuesday, February 9th Leah Penniman, co-founder and farm manager of OnlineSoul Fire Farm, gives the keynote address for a demonstration of Uproot Racism, Sow Sovereignty. The 45 minute video focuses on the history and structural realities of racial injustice in the food system. Immediately afterwards, there will be a live, virtual, Q&A session with Naima Penniman, also from Soul Fire Farm, and several local farmers who will share their experiences and challenges in growing fresh food for some of the most vulnerable communities in Arizona. The event costs $ 7.50 per person and tickets can be purchased online. EXPAND Visit the wine bar on Galentine’s Day. Peacock Wine Bar Galentine’s Day Saturday February 13th Peacock Wine Bar1525 North Gilbert Road, GilbertIf you’re thinking of celebrating an early Valentine’s Day, grab the girls and head to the Peacock Wine Bar for one of our culture’s newer holidays: Galentine’s Day . From 1 p.m., guests can get two glasses of sparkling wine or mimosa with a special Galentine’s Charcuterie Board for $ 25. It’s a personal board with a special, mysterious surprise. The full menu will also be available. Doug Levy from Feast in Tucson shows you how to approach grilled cheese and tomato soup. Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance Comfort Foods Virtual Cooking Class Tuesday, February 23 Online The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance and Slow Food Southern Arizona are hosting several online cooking classes from January through March. The February course will be presented by Doug Levy of Feast Restaurant in Tucson. Levy is known for his creativity and his monthly changing menu with fresh ingredients. He shows you how to prepare two classic comfort food dishes – tomato soup and grilled cheese. The Zoom event starts at 5:30 p.m. and costs $ 25 per person. EXPAND You decide which alcohol will prevail – champagne or beer. Hotel Valley Ho The Versus Series Thursday, February 25Zuzu at Hotel Valley Ho6850 East Main Street, ScottsdaleThe Versus Series in Zuzu will pit different ghosts against each other in this ultimate debate. The sixth round is beer against sparkling wine – Chimay from Belgium against Perrier-Jouët from France. Start with appetizers like lobster papillion with jalapeño jelly and Iberico chorizo croquette, followed by fried oyster po’boys, miso-glazed Scottish salmon and citrus olive cake with pistachios. All dishes come with a different beer and champagne, and your vote decides which spirit wins in the end. The socially distant event costs $ 129 per person. Reserve your spot at 480-421-7997. EXPAND This year, Devour is taking place at home. Local First Arizona Devour at Home Saturday and Sunday February 27-28Multiple LocationsDevour, the most anticipated dining event in the Phoenix area, turns into a two-day weekend at home. Participating restaurants offer fixed-price menus for four people for $ 200, and 100 percent of the proceeds go to the restaurants. You will also receive a pair of signature wine glasses from Devour Culinary Classic, a thermal memorial bag and a placemat from Devour at Home with your take-away meal. Don’t forget the social media contest that awards prizes to those who take the best photos of their Devour at Home plated meals. Pre-order online from February 1st. EXPAND Chef Charles Wiley cooks behind the scenes in the Hearth ’61 open kitchen. Chris Malloy Sunday Supper Club Sunday, February 28, Hearth ’61 at Mountain Shadows Resort5445 East Lincoln Drive, ScottsdaleOne Sunday a month, Chef Charles Wiley at Hearth ’61 serves a special four-course menu, either at a winery, distillery or local Suppliers. February is celebrated Argentina, starting with an amuse bouche made from achiote chicken asado, followed by freshwater prawns, white perch, wood-fired Argentine loin, and hazelnut alfajores biscuits for dessert. Dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. and costs $ 109. Call 480-624-5458 for reservations. Keep Phoenix New Times Free … Since we started Phoenix New Times, it has been defined as the free, independent voice of Phoenix, and we want it to stay that way. We offer our readers free access to concise coverage of local news, food and culture. We produce stories about everything from political scandals to the hottest new bands, with bold reporting, stylish writing, and staff who have won everything from the Society of Professional Journalists’ Sigma Delta Chi Feature Writing Award to the Casey- Medal for Meritorious Journalism. But with the existence of local journalism under siege and the setbacks in advertising revenues having a bigger impact, it is now more important than ever for us to raise funds to fund our local journalism. You can help by joining our “I Support” membership program which allows us to continue to cover Phoenix without paywalls. Julie Levin is a writer, TV show producer, and radio host. When she’s not behind the scenes or in the middle of the show, she’s trying new restaurants and bars, or hanging out with as many friends as possible in one day (usually chatting over dinner). A self-proclaimed history buff, she enjoys reading menus and watching food shows with her boyfriend. They are working to visit every place on their list of Arizona restaurants.
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