Alberto Ristoranti

Photo by Herbert Hitchon

 

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 3-5, Dinner 5-9.  Sunday is the same but lunch/brunch 10-2.  (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.

37555 N. Hum Rd. (corner of Cave Creek & Hum Rds.)

Reservations recommended

(602)795-1255

D I N N E R    M E N U

S T A R T E R S

Crab Cakes mango salsa, arugula with Lime aioli 13

 

*Tuna Tartar Tuna, Capers, Red Onion, Dijon & Parsley with White Truffle Oil 14

 

Feta & Olives Epiros Feta Cheese with Marinated Olives 7

 

Mediterranean Spiced Meatballs Topped with Fresh Basil, Parmesan braised in Marinara and Tomato Concasse 12

 

Trio of Mediterranean dips hummus, roasted whipped eggplant, tzatziki, warm pita bread 13

 

Heirloom tomato buratta cheese, Basil, Balsamic reduction 14

 

*Prawns Oven Roasted in feta cheese, mushrooms, olives, marinara, pernod & Crostini 13

 

Grilled Octopus Garbanzo beans, parsley, celery, zaatar, evoo, lemon 14

 

Soup of the day chef’s daily creation 7

S A L A D S

Organic Seasonal Greens Brie, Cherry Heirloom Tomatoes, Grilled Baguette & White Balsamic Vinaigrette 11

 

 Caesar Romaine Hearts with Parmigiano Reggiano, Croutons & Classic Caesar Dressing 12

 

 Greek salad   romaine, cucumber, cherry tomato, red onion, kalamata olives, parsley, feta cheese, lemon vinaigrette 13

 

*Lobster Salad Baby Arugula, Avocado, Cucumber, Radish & Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette 18

 

*Ahi Tuna grilled to Rare with a Fennel Crust on Arugula, Green Beans, Boiled Egg, Tomato, and Avocado & Champagne Vinaigrette 18

P I Z Z A

Margherita Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella, Marinara & Fresh Basil 13

Mushroom Seasonal Mushrooms,   Cheese, Arugula with White Truffle Oil 17

BBQ Grilled Chicken Breast, Fontina, asparagus, BBQ Sauce & Cilantro 16

Smoked Salmon, Capers, Red Onion, Arugula & crème fraiche17

 

P A S T A

*Lobster & Scallops Zucchini, Green Peas, Lobster Sauce with Linguini 24

Italian Sausage Bell Pepper, Sun Dried Tomato & Penne Tossed in a Marjoram Infused Vodka Sauce 19

Spaghetti & Mediterranean Spiced Meatballs Marinara, Fresh Basil & Parmesan 19

Handmade ricotta cheese Ravioli Red Chard-Sweet Onion & Lemon Zest with Thyme-Butter Sauce & Shaved Pecorino 17

 

E N T R E E S

*Chicken Breast & Prawns Pan Seared Artichokes, Caperberries, Basil, Roasted Rosemary Potato & Buerre-Blanc Sauce 22

*Lamb brochette Grilled lamb Skewers and asparagus with risotto Milanese, & Tzatziki 24

Baby Back Ribs Corn Bread, Apple- Cabbage Slaw & Cherry Chipotle       Glaze 23

Grilled Atlantic Salmon garlic-basil marinated cherry tomatoes, truffle mashed potato and wilted spinach, pomegranate molasses 27

 *Rib Eye Steak frites shitake mushrooms, marsala wine, pommes frites 31

*Featured Fish   Ask your server about today’s offering MKT

 

S I D E S 7

Gremolata French Fries

Sautéed Spinach

Grilled Asparagus

 

Now open for lunch

 

37220 N. Mule Train Road, Carefree

480.488.5300

www.carefree-resort.com

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

 

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

*Chicken/Veggie burger substitution available.

Side dish substitutions available for an additional $2

**Prices exclude beverage, tax & gratuity

Call 480.595.3829 for more information.

                                 

 

You can read our May issue online at http://issuu.com/citysuntimes/docs/cfcccst0514. Or, you can download it at http://citysuntimes.com/downloadfolder/May_2014_CST.pdf.

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.

 

Giordano's Trattoria Romana

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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480-575-3204

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From design and installation of an entire system to maintenance and upgrades of your current lighting system, Let There Be Light can meet all of your outdoor lighting needs.

Locally owned and operated by Bryan Gold, Let There Be Light was established in 2007 and has grown to become the preferred outdoor lighting team in the greater Carefree/Cave Creek area.

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Call us today for a design and installation

of a complete outdoor lighting system.

Abbey, Bryan, Jack, & Stephanie Gold

From our family to yours, we appreciate your business. Please call me directly with any questions. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to working with you.

Sincerely,

Bryan Gold

Let There Be Light, LLC 

480-575-3204  

7202 East Cave Creek Road, Suite 3B

Carefree, AZ 85377

Visit us online @ www.lettherebelightllc.com

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Due to health issues, Mumbo Jumbo Boutique is closing. Everything in the store(except hats) is 75% off. Clothes, jewelry, purses, shoes and boots, and gifts.

Also all antique furniture and fixtures are 50% off. The checkout area is a 9 piece set, with 3 jewelry display cabinets. You can arrange the set to your liking. It was custom made for me. All pine wood with antique glass in the display cases.

This will be the last markdown; we close the end of this month. Some hats will be15% off. Couture and fascinators are 10% off.
 
Thanks to all my customers for your support through the past four years.

Sherry Nelson
Mumbo Jumbo Boutique
36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr.
P.O. Box 5185
Carefree, AZ 85377
480-575-5858

Skincare by Stephanie

Enjoy an Express Facial for $ 35.00

Includes cleansing, steam, massage & hydration 

Located in Desert Foothills Medical Center

36889 North Tom Darlington, Carefree, AZ

Call for an appointment today 602-326-0928

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Country Doctor Service, For Your Technology
748 Easy St, Carefree, AZ             480.553.9171

 

 

 

 

 34 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ

 For Reservations call - 480-595-9909

 www.VenuesCafe.com

        The Restaurant called..." the most beautiful restaurant in Arizona"

Our Summer Menu at Venues...lighter, healthier and even more summer specials along with 50% OFF Cocktails, Beer & Wine

THANKS FOR MAKING VENUES YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE

Happy Hour

 7 days a week  

3:00 - Close

Come early to get a seat and enjoy Happy Hour before dinner.

 Monday Night Burger and Beverage

8 oz Angus Burger with your choice of side and a free house white or red wine or any bottled or draft beer

Bottles of Wine are available Every Night...First bottle at the regular price and the second bottle of the same wine for just $10

 and

 Sunday Brunch

8am - 3pm

Bottomless Bubbles or one of our Great Bloody Mary's will start your day off right!!

Dinner Specials are getting rave reviews at Venues...with HALF OFF ALL DRINKS 3 to Close EVERYDAY Venues is the Summer place to be...try our new

Nicoise Salad

~~~

Celebrate Graduation at Venues. Take your graduate out to Venues to celebrate the big event. 

We have great choices to meet everyone's needs. You can book the private room upstairs or just bring the family in for a get together in the main dining room. The graduate eats free!

 ~~~

Summer Happy Hour is here and we have been told it is the best in the North Valley.

50% OFF every drink at Venues 

3pm to 6 pm EVERYDAY

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We so enjoy out customers...thanks for making Venues your Carefree Restaurant of choice.

Magic Bird Announces 2014/15

Carefree Arizona Festival Schedule

 

Live Music, Performance and Art at the Carefree Desert Gardens

 

CAREFREE, Ariz., (April 17, 2014) – Magic Bird Festivals has announced their 2014/1015 Carefree, Arizona show line-up.

 

The annual art and entertainment events, set against the backdrop of Black Mountain and woven throughout a four-acre cactus garden, include the Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest Festival, the Carefree Christmas Festival and Gift Market, the Carefree Indian Market and Cultural Festival, the Carefree Festival of Fine Chocolate and Fine Art, and Carefree Days.

 

All events take place at the Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy St., in downtown Carefree, Arizona, adjacent to the world famous Carefree Sundial. Admission is free.

 

Live music and dance performances set the stage for each event on the site’s newly expanded Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, and provide attendees state-of-the-art sound and plentiful seating.

 

Hand-selected local, regional and national fine artists, and crafts exhibitors, are featured throughout the scenic botanical gardens. The Christmas Gift Market combines an expanded variety of holiday gift and specialty exhibitors.

 

Attendees can select from a variety of culinary vendors and food options at every event. Adult beverages are available along Easy St., at a multitude of restaurants that surround the events.

 

“We could not ask for a better setting than the beautiful desert gardens in downtown Carefree. We have worked closely with the mayor and staff of Carefree to maximize the art, entertainment and nature experience for the attendee. There is nothing else quite like it in Arizona,” said Roberta Toombs-Rechlin, owner of Magic Bird.

 

For information, call 480-488-2014 or visit magicbirdfestivals.com.

 

The Magic Bird Festivals 2014/15 schedule of Carefree, Arizona events is as follows:

 

*All shows take place from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

 

3rd Annual Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest

November 28, 29, and 30, 2014

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

 

7th Annual Carefree Christmas Festival Gift Market & Food Court

December 12, 13, and 14, 2014*

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

*10 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday.

 

4th Carefree Indian Market & Cultural Festival

January 23, 24, and 25, 2015

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

 

4th Carefree Festival of Fine Chocolate & Fine Art

February 12, 13, 14, and 15, 2015*

Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

 

2nd Annual Carefree Days

April 10, 11, and 12, 2015

Friday, Saturday, Sunday

 

 

Roberta Toombs Rechlin and Lester Rechlin founded Magic Bird Festivals in Cave Creek, Arizona in 1989. All of their Carefree festival events are sanctioned by the Town of Carefree, and take place at the Carefree Desert Gardens and Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 101 Easy Street, Carefree, Arizona, located just north of Scottsdale and Phoenix. For more information, visit magicbirdfestivals.com, call 480-488-2014 or write PO Box 1803, Cave Creek, Arizona 85327.