CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers & Events: 10/29/14
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Have a Carefree Halloween with us!
Thunderbird Artists wishes you a safe and a
Happy Halloween!
21st Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
October 31st, November 1st & 2nd
Treat yourself to a day of art, wine and music at Carefree's 'Signature Event', the Thunderbird Artists 21st Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival.
Get your Halloween ensemble on as we start at 10am!
Lauren Knode is our Featured Artist. Exquisite landscapes that capture the magnificent skies of Arizona and leave you breathless.
Hours: 10am - 5pm. Admission $3.00
For more information on our Carefree festivals click here
Connecting, inspiring, educating and enhancing the experience and appreciation of fine art.
Thunderbird Artists | 480-837-5637 | www.ThunderbirdArtists.com
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If you’re in the market for fine art, be sure to visit Thunderbird Artists’ 21st Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival taking place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 31, Sat., Nov. 1 and Sun., Nov. 2 in downtown Carefree, at the intersection of Easy Street and Ho Hum Drive. The award-winning festival features more than 165 juried fine artists, live musical entertainers, appetizing food, mouthwatering sweets and a wine tasting experience like none other.
“This year’s festival features a fabulous roster of juried artists,” said Judi Combs, CEO of Thunderbird Artists and Arizona Fine Art EXPO. “As you stroll through Easy Street, you’ll be captivated by the diverse selection of high-quality original pieces of fine art, including small to life-sized bronzes, paintings, pottery, photography, scratchboard, wood, clay, metal and glass sculptures, batiks, jewelry and more.”
Featured Artist Lauren Knode
This year’s featured artist is oil painter Lauren Knode, whose booth is located across from Thunderbird Artists’ information booth at the intersection of Easy and HoHum Streets. Knode enjoys creating paintings with an atmospheric luminescence while working in oil, acrylic or pastel. After 20 years as a teacher in Oregon, she moved to the Southwest to pursue her passion for the arts full time. Her inspiration is derived from the beauty of nature in Arizona: the ever-changing brilliance of a sunset, the light glowing through the delicately translucent petals of a flower, even the contrast of the sharp and prickly cacti. Her work aims to transport the viewer to a peaceful, quiet place within.
Knode’s travels have influenced her as well. A trip to Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico inspired her paintings of old Pueblo Indian homes. Before beginning a commissioned landscape, she often visits the person’s home to discover the natural environment and ambiance the commissioner wishes to capture.
Wine Tastings
Several wineries will provide a wonderful selection of local, national and international wines for sampling – ensuring something for the wine novice and expert alike. For $10, patrons will receive an engraved souvenir glass with six tasting tickets, allowing them to enjoy a variety of wine, while strolling amongst countless pieces of original artwork and listening to local musicians perform. Additional tasting tickets can be purchased for $1.
General admission to the Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival is $3 for adults. Children 17 and under are free. Parking is free all weekend. For more information, call (480) 837-5637 or visit www.ThunderbirdArtists.com.
Alberto Ristorante
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
Alberto Ristorante
"This video is about Alberto Ristorante."
Porchetta
"This video is about Porchetta"
October Special:
Krombacher Beer 1/2 price.
Buy 2 and keep the glass to take home.
Cafe Bink
Meet The Chef
Chef Kevin Binkley has a passion for fine food, exceptional talent, incredible energy, and he loves to cook.
Cafe Bink is located in the Carefree Marketplace (the Basha's center) 36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr. Hours of operation are Monday thru Sat Lunch 11-2, Midday 2-5, Happy Hour 2-5, Dinner 5-9. Sunday is the same but lunch/brunch 10-2. Come to "Martini Mondays" from 2- closing. We will be hosting a Thanksgiving Brunch. (480)488-9796 http://www.cafebink.com/
Cater your party in your home, office, or come to our Cafe. At Cafe Bink you can hold your party inside, or outside on our beautiful patio. For more information on catering, call Donna at 480-200-1296.
CHEF KEVIN BINKLEY NAMED JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST
On Tuesday, March 18, the James Beard Foundation announced its final list of nominees for the 2014 award season. Among the Best Chef of the Southwest finalists was Arizona's Chef Kevin Binkley. Binkley has been a nominee in this category every year since 2005. He was a consecutive semifinalist in 2012 and 2013, this year is the first year he has been named a finalist.
Carefree Bistro
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
Carefree Bistro
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"This video is about Carefree Bistro. 37555 N. Hum Rd., #109 (corner of Cave Creek"
Meet the Owners of Carefree Bistro
"This video is about George and Eunice Bektas."
Owner and Chef Coskun "George" Bektas
"This video is about Owner and Chef Coskun "George" Bektas
Carefree Bistro Meet the Chefs: Seared Jumbo Scallops by Chef Hakan hak Civelek
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"This video is about Carefree Bistro, "Meet the Chefs". Pan Seared Jumbo Scallops by Chef Hakan hak Civelek. Truffle mushrooms, risotto, asparagus, sundried tomatoes, cognac cream sauce."
Chef Jennifer Morgan: Desserts
"This video is about Jennifer Morgan making desserts. First Blueberry Peach Cobbler and Vanilla bean gelato, then Profiteroles - Crispy Pastry Shells, Salted Caramel Gelato, Chocolate Sauce, and Toasted Almonds."
Carefree Bistro is modeled around great fresh seasonal American food and complemented by our wine list. This idea offers a sophisticated dining experience in a warm and friendly environment.
Our Chef Team uses the highest quality of ingredients from as many local small farms & ranches as possible.
Our desserts are all made in-house. Our wine list reflects the culture & passion of the vineyard. Smartly priced Domestic and European selections offer a balanced texture & acidity, to complement our classic “home-style” American-influenced menu.
Our Team of Chefs - Hakan Civelek, Jennifer Morgan, Coskun “George” Bektas
We Support Local Organic Farmers & We Use Extra Virgin olive oil For Cooking. We Use vegi Oil for All Fried Items. We Serve Only Natural Fed Meats and Free Range Organic Chickens.
37555 N. Hum Rd., #109 (corner of Cave Creek & Hum Rds.), Carefree, AZ 85377
(602)795-1255
Reservations recommended
Experience the Magic at the Carefree Christmas Festival!
December 12-14 in downtown Carefree
Join Us For A Carefree Christmas
"This video is about Join Us For A Carefree Christmas"
Patio Furniture Brown Jordan, Tommy Bahama, Gloster, Lane Venture, Ratana, Telescope, Tropitone & more...
Barbecues Lynx, DCS, FireMagic, AOG, Primo Twin Eagles, Delta Heat, CalFlame
Custom Cushions
New, Replacements, Bunko Benches
Locally owned and operated, Carefree Outdoor Living is a convenient resource for all your outdoor needs. The age of the outdoor room has arrived and Carefree Outdoor Living has firmly established itself as the go-to resource for innovative outdoor room components, designs and patio furniture.
Located in the Carefree Marketplace 36889 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Suite C-5 Carefree, Arizona 85377
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37220 N. Mule Train Road, Carefree
480.488.5300
Lariat Restaurant – 480.595.3829
Join us in the Lariat Restaurant and add a little sizzle to your Thursday Night!
Join us every Thursday evening in the Lariat Restaurant and enjoy a juicy signature burger* served with french fries and a frosty draft or domestic beer or a glass of house wine.
$12.95* per person
*Chicken/Veggie burger substitution available.
Side dish substitutions available for an additional $2
**Prices exclude tax & gratuity
Prime Rib Special
Saturday evenings enjoy a savory 8 oz. slice of prime rib accompanied by a baked potato and chef’s choice of fresh vegetables.
$16.95** per person
**Prices exclude beverage, tax & gratuity
Join Us on Tuesday for Our
All You Can Eat Pasta
Every Tuesday Night in the
Lariat Restaurant
Enjoy unlimited pasta, a variety of sauces and optional upgrades for only $9.99** per person
**Prices exclude beverage, tax & gratuity
Call for a free consultation
Lisa Elliott Design
English Rose Tea Room
Originally from England, Jo Gemmill established the English Rose Tea Room in 2001. Located at 201 Easy Street, in Carefree, the Tea Room, was named Best Afternoon Tea by Phoenix Magazine. The restaurant offers a full selection of traditional British teas and menu fare. For information, call 480-488-4812 or visit carefreetea.com.
It's Good to be Bad
Jo London Season Kick-off Party
in partnership with the Jaguar Club.
Wednesday, October 29
6 - 10:00 p.m.
Come dressed up as your favorite villain and see a gorgeous display of Jaguars. Eat drink and mingle.
Jo London, 201 Easy Street, Carefree.
For more information call 480-488-1162, or click here.
Giordano's Trattoria Romana
Photo by Herbert Hitchon
Giordano's Trattoria Romana, located in downtown Carefree, is the essence of top notch Northern Italian cuisine, charming ambience, and a warm welcome. Giordano's is a family run establishment, and owner Adele meets her many regular customers at the front door with a cheery greeting and a hug.
The delectable aroma of the traditional Italian menu items and the creative nightly "specials", accompanied by a wide variety of wines and cocktails, combine to tempt the palate. Soft lighting and music provide a cozy relaxing atmosphere, and fine art provided by the Wild Holly Gallery in Carefree adorns the walls to please the eye. The beautifully presented meals are served by a friendly and attentive wait staff.
Giordano's provides a dining experience that will make you another of the many loyal customers who consider the restaurant a local favorite.
7275 E. Easy Street, Carefree, AZ
For reservations call 480-595-0233
http://www.giordanositalianrestaurant.com/p1.htm
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Located in gorgeous Carefree, Arizona, Let There Be Light is a locally owned company that designs, installs and maintains long-lasting, low-energy outdoor lighting solutions for your home.
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Bronze sculpture "Prayers to the Great Spirit" by Larry Yazzie, Paz Ehecatl "Topaz Wings of Desire", world-champion hoop dancer Brian Hammill, at Antelope Canyon
Magic Bird Carefree Indian Market
"This video is about Magic Bird Carefree Indian Market"
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480-595-9909 for Reservations
34 Easy Street, Carefree 85377
Visit Our Website www.VenuesCafe.com
Tucked away in Carefree Village; just down from the SunDial. The restaurant that has been called..."the most beautiful restaurant in Arizona"
Our New Menu is Out...Great Fall Items and some of Celine's favorite Specials
Venues Happy Hour
Every Day !!!
3:00 - 6:00
$2 Domestic Beers
$4 House Wine
$2 off Cocktails
Imported Beers and
Wines by the Glass
AND
Wine by the bottle is buy your first bottle and get the second bottle of the same wine for $10.
Stay for dinner with the second bottle and relax and enjoy a spectacular bottle for only $10
We can re-cork it for you and send it home too!
Saturday morning Venue's Cafe's
famous Breakfast,
Bloody Marys and Cars
8:00am
Bottomless Bubbles $10 or Bottomless Mimosa's $12 with any
Brunch order
Venues Voted
Diner's Choice Winner Three Years Running
for Brunch by Open Table Voters!
Serving Food
Sunday thru Thursday until 9pm
Friday & Saturday
until 10pm
We so love our Customers...thank you for making Venues Cafe your neighborhood place to be
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Delicious 16oz Angus Rib-eye is on the menu tonight!
New Autumn Kale Salad
Some new hot options on our daytime menu as well as some new seasonal salads...A Creamy Pasta and Celine's Risotto and try Our New Salads
Calamari & Shrimp Salad
Mixed greens, baby kale, tomato, olives, cucumber red onion with a citrus herb dressing.
Autumn Kale Salad
Served warm it is a light but filling meal with grilled seasonal vegetables on a bed of baby kale topped with barley & cous cous; agave & pomegranate dressing finish this delicious dish
Celine's Coq Au Vin has been added to the fall line as well as the Seafood Risotto which contains calamari, mussels, scallops, shrimp and salmon over a Saffron Risotto.
A delicious Smoked Salmon Pasta with mushroom, peas and fresh tomato can be ordered with our regular fettucine or with whole wheat pasta or gluten free pasta.
Our Lunch menu has a Panini of the Day added as well as a Croque Baguette...the most decadent All Natural Beef Frank you will ever eat!
Start with a JUMBO, all natural Beef Frank in a French Baguette and smother it with a wonderful swiss and white cheese sauce until it is bubbly...it is a taste that you won't soon forget.
Our Venues Burger Corner continues to have the delicious 8oz Angus Burger and the Housemade Turkey Burger with Fresh herbs and Lingonberry Sauce...we have added Venues "Sloppy Jane" to the line up. It is a mixture of Baby Kale, Quinoa, chia seed, bean & Mushroom that is so tasty you would never guess it contains several super nutrients.
We look forward to Celine's added nightly specials which help round out our menu every evening. Both Fresh Seafood and special All Natural Meats will adorn the special list through the season.
For Brunch we have added a breakfast panini with scrambled eggs, applewood smoked bacon, fresh tomato and cheese.
In addition we have added a Benedict that starts on a sliced tomato base with the Sloppy Jane, topped with a poached egg and hollandaise topped with jalapeno.
Season is upon us...this weekend, don't miss the first in the Kiwanis Concert Series...for the benefit of the Kiwanis Club of Carefree Benefit Foundation, Inc.
2 Shows...Saturday, October 25th at 6pm and Sunday October 26th at 2pm
Sinatra & Friends starring Robbie Howard
Robbie has headlined acts in Las Vegas for more than 20 years....Frank will host and bring to the stage: His Rat Pack Pals, Johnny Carson, Willie Nelson, Julio Iglesias, Andy Williams, Paul Anka, Tom Jones, Barry Manilow and more!
Tickets are $30 for this wonderful show or $140 for the six show package throughout the year. There will be a full bar on site at the ampitheater in the Village.
Sign up for drinks, drawing and your very own sexy male model? Our Ooh La La Art events are a tasteful, fun and creative option for your Ladies Night Out.
Ooh La La Art events are different! Aspiring artists use charcoal rather than paint! Drawing with charcoals is a fun way for students to capture movement, practice line work and more. Put your vision on paper! You'll find that charcoal allows for quick, bold strokes and easy shading. This is the ultimate ladies night out!
Event fee is only $59/per person. This covers all art supplies and most importantly, the sexy male model provided by FORD models
Vino & Canvas
Saturday Evening
November 1st
7pm - 9pm
Upstairs Gallery at
Venues Cafe
"Cruisin' Classic Car Show" every Saturday at Venues, 8AM-10AM 
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
