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.
Join The Mick as they host Somm Brawl, where eight talented sommeliers will compete in a seven-week bracketed match-up. The somms will pair their expert choice of wines with a four-course tasting menu curated by executive chef Brent Menke, and guests will vote for their favorite. The last somm standing wins the SOMM BRAWL title belt and bragging rights. $135 includes 4 courses and 8 tastings. Tax and Gratuity not included. To reserve please call the restaurant at (480) 210-5500 JANUARY 9TH: Katherine Janowiak vs Wesam Kawa. ADVANCING: Wesam Kawa JANUARY 16TH: Laura Bruno vs Sarah Byrne. ADVANCING: Laura Bruno JANUARY 23RD: Samantha Fank vs Daniel Webber JANUARY 30TH: Troy Tranzow vs Jason Caballero
