Write On Rubee

An Arizona-based food, beverage and travel writer since 2008, I launched this website in 2015 to document my culinary adventures, beverage escapades, gardening endeavors, and travel in the Phoenix area and beyond. Also find a comprehensive calendar of Phoenix-area food and drink-related events on my Events page.

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Zion Culinary Excursion


Join acclaimed Arizona chef Lou Swartz for an exclusive culinary vacation amidst the beauty of Zion! Your experience will include an all-inclusive stay in an amazing home on the outskirts of Zion National Park. All meals, drinks, and snacks are included. Check-in is on Friday afternoon at 3:30 into your en-suite room. Relax at your leisure before indulging in a Happy Hour Reception, dinner, and fireside S’mores. Your itinerary also includes Saturday brunch, followed by a trip to Zion and a packed lunch, a five-course gourmet dinner paired with wines, and Sunday brunch. Rooms are priced from $900 to $1200 ($450-$600/night). For more information, call 480-669-9494 or email ChefLou@LoupdeLou.com. Room choices and more photos can be found HERE. Saturday night menu:

1st: Wild Mushroom Canneloni with Lemon Thyme Cream Sauce
2021 Vietti Arneis 

2nd: Yam Gnocchi & Confit of Duck w/Tuscan Kale, Oven Roasted Tomato and Tart Cherry Demi Glacé
2016 Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico Riserva 

3rd: Seared Sea Bass on Butternut Squash Risotto & Guajillo Chili Broth
2019 Robert Weil Rheingau Trocken Riesling 

4th: Petit Filet of Bison au Poivre with Baked Potato Pot Pie
2016 "Stephanie" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Dessert: The Zion Creme Brûlée: Sweer Ginger cream with Spicy Zion Tuille and Fresh Berries
Vietti Moscato d'Asti 

Earlier Event: November 3
Meet the Winemaker: Laramita Cellars
Later Event: November 5
Cookbook Exchange