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 Tuesday thru Sat Lunch 11-2, Midday 2-5, Happy Hour 3-5, Dinner 5-9.  Sunday is the same but lunch/brunch 10-2.  Closed on Monday thru the summer.  (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.

Photos by Herbert Hitchon

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

 

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

Reservations recommended

(602)795-1255

Now open for lunch

Happy hour from 4-6 PM

 

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

*Chicken/Veggie burger substitution available.

Side dish substitutions available for an additional $2

 

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

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.

 

    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.

 

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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     34 Easy Street, Carefree      

     For Reservations call 480-595-9909 or Visit our Website 

     Tucked away in Carefree Village; just down from the Sun Dial. The restaurant that            

     has been called ..."the most beautiful restaurant in Arizona"     

Father's Day at Venues & Great Summer Happenings

Including Monday Night $10.95 Burger & Beverage

New Expanded Happy Hour

The Heat is here so we are expanding our Happy Hour to  

Every Day !!! 

3:00 - CLOSE

50% OFF

 

That's right...

Half Price on all drinks, Beer, Wine by the Glass and Cocktails

AND

Wine by the bottle is buy your first bottle and get the second bottle of the same wine for $10. We can re-cork it for you and send it home too!

Saturday morning Venue's famous Breakfast, Bloody Marys and Cars

8:00am 

Bottomless Bubbles 

for $10 with any 

Brunch order 

Venues Voted 

Diner's Choice Winner 2012 and 2013 

for Brunch by Open Table Voters!  

Serving Food 

 Sunday thru Thursday until 9pm

Friday & Saturday 

until 10pm  

Father's Day is Sunday June 15th treat Dad to Brunch or  Dinner on his day!!

 We have a great Father's Day menu planned for Dad...our order off the menu brunch has great selections such as Huevos Rancheros, Carefree Corned Beef Hash or Steak and Eggs. We will also give dad his first Bloody Mary free of charge

or

Come in all day long for a great dinner...starting at Noon we will offer  8 oz. Whiskey Glazed Flat Iron Steak, Twice Baked Potato & 

Corn on the Cob

There are choice for everyone on our regular menu from fresh seafood to local spinach and quinoa salad

Don't miss our great selection of craft beer and whiskey tastings...all items are half price from 3pm until close all week long.

Tonight, Monday June 16th is burger and beverage night at Venues...an 8oz Angus Burger and a free beer or house wine for just $10.95

   Call 480-595-9909 to make your reservation today!

Come in and ENJOY!    

We so enjoy our Customers and look forward to spending the summer with you.

Catherine

Venues Café

www.venuescafe.com

34 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ 85377

 

  

                               

  

 

 

 

Cave Creek Restaurants, Merchants, & the Carefree Resort Team Up to Make

“3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza” Spectacular

 

Harold’s Corral, The Buffalo Chip Saloon, Cave Creek Tap Haus, Carefree Resort & Conference Center and Merchants & Events Association Are Co-Sponsoring Event

CAVE CREEK (June 2, 2014) – Celebrate Independence Day Cave Creek-style! The Town’s spectacular “3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza” takes place at sunset on Thursday and is being hosted by Harold’s Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., The Buffalo Chip Saloon, 6811 E Cave Creek Rd., and Cave Creek Tap Haus, 6900 E Cave Creek Rd. The festive, family-friendly celebration starts at 5 p.m. with live music, kid’s activities, food and drink specials at all three restaurants and great seating to view the fireworks, which begin at sunset behind Harold's. A free shuttle service will be available to transport people around town from 6 p.m. to midnight. Carefree Resort & Conference Center and the Cave Creek Merchants & Events Association are also supporting the event as sponsors. 

 

 

Piacquadio encourages people to take a staycation and spend the weekend exploring the many shops, boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants in the area. Carefree Resort & Conference Center is offering discounted room rates for the holiday weekend starting at $89 Thurs., July 3 through Sun., July 6, a breakfast buffet for $11.95 and an hourly shuttle for guests. Discounted room rates are subject to availability. To learn more about Carefree Resort & Conference Center's special rates, call (480) 488-5300 and ask for the 4th of July Room Rate or visit www.carefree-resort.com.

Brunch at the Carefree Resort in the Lariat Restaurant

 

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.