On December 2, enjoy a Holiday Winemaker Dinner Under the Stars with LDV Winery and Merkin Vineyards.  Taking place at the Scottsdale Waterfront Plaza off Stetson Drive adjacent to the LDV Winery Tasting Room, the event includes a welcome wine reception and a three-course wine dinner with dishes by Chef Steve Zimmerman and paired wines from LDV Winery and Merkin Vineyards. The evening will include a live auction featuring two incredible winery experiences donated from each winery that will benefit the Southwest Wine Center. This is the first time these two award-winning wines are being presented together and seating is very limited. Tickets are $155 and will be available on Monday, November 15 via Eventbrite. To purchase tickets please visit: https://bit.ly/HolidayWinemakerDinner   Tentative menu (dependent on the availability of local products):

First Course
Winter Salad with local produce and cheese, Noble Bread and LDV Winery olive oils and balsamic
Second Course
Wine-Braised Short Ribs with ricotta gnocchi
Third Course
Chocolate Flourless Torte with ganache and raspberry coulis