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.

Carefree Bistro

Photos by Herbert Hitchon

DINNER

STARTERS

Homemade Soup of the Day — 7

*Crab Cakes — Mango Salsa, Tomato Relish, Arugula & Chili-Lime Aioli 14                

*Tuna Tartare — Tuna with Capers, Red Onion, Dijon, Cilantro & Drizzled White Truffle Oil 16

*Prawns — Oven Roasted in Feta Cheese, Mushrooms, Olives, Marinara, Pernod & Crostini 14

Eggplant Gratin —Roasted eggplant, ricotta and melted mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce 10

*Mediterranean Spiced Meatballs — Fresh Basil, Marinara Sauce & Tomato Concasse 13

Caprese — Burrata Cheese, Tomato, Fresh Basil Extra Olive Oil & Balsamic Reduction 14

Trio of Mediterranean dips — Hummus, Roasted Whipped Eggplant, Tatziki & Homemade Pita 14  

Feta & Olives — Epirus Feta Cheese & Marinated Olives with Imported Extra Virgin Olive Oil 9

FARM FRESH GREENS

Organic Mixed Greens — Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, Pecorino Cheese, Red Onion & Balsamic Vinaigrette 8

Roasted Beets — Arugula Salad, Toasted Almonds, Goat Cheese & Truffle Citrus Vinaigrette 12

Greek Salad — Romaine Lettuce, Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Parsley, Feta Cheese & Lemon Evoo Dressing 11  

Caesar — Hearts of Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Croutons & Classic Caesar Dressing 10

*Fennel Crusted Grilled Ahi Tuna — Arugula Salad, Green Beans, Eggs, Cherry Tomatoes, Avocado & Champagne Vinaigrette 18

 

 

 

PIZZA

Margherita—Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Cheese Marinara & Fresh Basil 15 

Mushroom — Seasonal Mushrooms, Soft Manchego Cheese, Arugula & Drizzled Truffle Oil 18

*BBQ—Grilled Chicken Breast, Fontina, Asparagus, BBQ Sauce & Cilantro 16

Veggie—Artichoke Hearts, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Olives, gorgonzola cheese, Basil Pesto 16

ENTRÉES

*Grilled Norwegian Salmon — Seasonal Vegetables, Garlic-Basil Marinated Tomatoes, Roasted Potatoes & Caper berries 28

*Chicken Breast & Prawns — Pan Seared Artichokes, Basil, Caperberries, and Roasted Rosemary Potatoes & Buerre Blanc 25

*Lobster & Scallops — Zucchini, Green Peas, Pappardelle & Cognac Crème Sauce 27

Handmade Ricotta Cheese Ravioli — Spinach, Sweet Onion & Lemon Zest with Thyme-Butter Sauce & Shaved Pecorino 20

*Italian Sausage — Sun Dried Tomatoes, Bell Pepper, crimini mushrooms & Penne Tosses in Marjoram Infused Vodka Sauce 22

*Spaghetti Meatballs — Mediterranean Spiced Meatballs, Fresh Basil, Marinara Sauce &

 Parmesan Cheese 20

*Lamb Brochette — Grilled Lamb & Asparagus with Risotto Milanese & Tatziki 28

*Risotto – Chefs daily preparation

*Fish of the day-Ask your server about today’s

Offering MKT

                              SIDES 7

                              Grilled Asparagus

                              Sautéed Spinach

                              Truffle French Fries

                               Roasted Potatoes

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

37555 N. Hum Road #109 Carefree, AZ 85377, (602) 795-1255, carefreebistro@gmail.com

 

We Support Local Organic Farmers & We Use Extra 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

Now open for lunch

Happy hour from 4-6 PM

Breakfast coming soon

 

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.

Join Us on Tuesday for Our

 All You Can Eat Pasta

Every Tuesday Night in the

Lariat Restaurant

 Enjoy unlimited pasta for just $9.99

(per person excludes Tax & Gratuity)

Summer Lunch Special

at the

Lariat Restaurant ~ Carefree Resort

Starting at $9.99 *

Choose One Entrée

·       Blackened Tilapia with Mango Salsa & Avocado

·       Grilled Garden Vegetable Wrap

·       Balsamic Chicken Wrap

And choose one accompanying side dish:

·       Gazpacho Soup

·       Cold Pasta Salad

·       House Green Salad

*  Excludes Tax and Gratuity

        

 

Lisa Elliott Design

 

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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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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Let There Be Light, LLC 

480-575-3204  

7202 East Cave Creek Road, Suite 3B

Carefree, AZ 85377

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     34 Easy Street, Carefree      

     For reservations call 480-595-9909

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

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

Venues Sizzling Summer Happy Hour and Great Food Specials

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 

Try our new gluten free pancakes!

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  

Try our Salad Nicoise - a new fresh option

or

 Come in for Chef Celine's great fresh seafood specials 

 Trout Almondine

or

Chef Celine's famous Eggplant Parmesan over Creamy Polenta

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

 

 

 

Magic Bird Announces 2014/15

Carefree Arizona Festival Schedule

Live Music, Performance and Art at the Carefree Desert Gardens

CAREFREE, Ariz.– 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.