WHAT’S COOKIN’
by Tucson Citizen on May. 07, 2008, under Local, TasteFRIDAY
FIESTA FANTASTICA: The evening at La Encantada’s Tucson Lifestyle Courtyard features folklorico performances, live mariachi music and samples of beer, wine and food from local restaurants and resorts. A silent auction of piñatas by local artists also will be held. Proceeds will benefit the Ara Parseghian Medical Research Foundation. When: 6-9 p.m. Where: 2905 E. Skyline Drive Price: $40 adult, $75 for two Info: 577-5106, www.parseghian.org
MAY 17
Out of Town
PRESCOTT HIGHLAND GAMES: Scottish and Irish food and beverage vendors, along with craft, clothing and jewelry venders will be set up at Watson Lake Park in Prescott. Other highlights of the event include opening ceremonies with bagpipe bands and a March of the Clans, traditional and contemporary Scottish music and dancing and highland athletics competition. When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (opening ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m.) Where: 3101 N. U.S. Route 89, Prescott Price: $10 adults, $7 seniors and students Info: 800-266-7534, www.prescottareacelticsociety.com
MAY 21
GOURMET COOKING CLASS: At Whole Foods Marketplace, Howard Thompson focuses on creating “gourmet” sandwiches. Preregister by noon the day of the class and receive a $10 gift card and a gift bag following the class. Register in-store at the customer service desk. Cash or check only. When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: 3360 E. Speedway Blvd. Price: $10 Info: 795-9844, www.wholefoodsmarket.com
MAY 25
ARTIST DIALOGUE & WINE & TAPAS TASTING: This new event, hosted by Casa Vicente Restaurante Español and Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo is an opportunity for the public to meet the artists participating in Domingo Flamenco. A selection of tapas and wine from the restaurant will be offered. When: 2-4 p.m. Where: 375 S. Stone Ave. Price: $15 Info: 309-8762, www.tucsoniquete.com
MAY 21-SEPT. 17
PRIMAVERA COOKS! 2008 SERIES: Primavera Foundation and Tucson Originals offer apprentice chefs the opportunity to work with a local chef in preparing a meal and wine list and serving it to a group of diners. It costs $250 to be an apprentice chef and $125 to dine. Dates and participating restaurants are: • May 21 Janos • June 2 Feast • June 11 Dakota Café • June 25 Acacia • July 16 Rio Cafe • Aug. 6 Pastiche Modern Eatery • Aug. 20 The Cup Café at Hotel Congress • Sept. 10 Cuvée World Bistro • Sept. 14 Kingfisher Bar & Grill (brunch) • Sept. 17 Jonathan’s Cork. Reservations, inquiries and payments can be made by calling David Elliot at Primavera (not restaurants) at 623-5111 Ext. 101. Proceeds from the event benefit programs at Primavera, which addresses issues of poverty and homelessness. Info: www.primavera.org/ events_cooks.php
MAY 27
WEIGHT LOSS COOKING CLASS: At Whole Foods Markets, certified nutritionist Samantha Treyve teaches how to make nutritious snacks, including gluten-free and diabetic-friendly options, and give tips for healthful eating. When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Where: 3360 E. Speedway Blvd. Price: free Info: 795-9844, www.wholefoodsmarket.com
MAY 29
COOKING CLASS: At Desert Sports & Fitness, Petite P Catering owner Jale Tweedy offers food ideas for parties and family gatherings. She also will offer samples of her food. Reservations required. When: 1-2:30 p.m. Where: 2480 N. Pantano Road Price: free Info: 722-6300
JUNE 28
REGISTER NOW: SAGUARO FRUIT HARVESTING: This interactive workshop at Colossal Cave Mountain Park is part of the HA:SAN: BAK Saguaro Harvest Celebration. It will give participants the opportunity to make their own saguaro fruit-picker, harvest the fruit and make their own syrup. The early morning workshop, led by Tohono O’odham member Regina Siqueros and naturalist Bill Peachey, includes breakfast and lunch featuring O’odham-inspired foods. Workshop size limited to 35 and registration is required. When: Workshop begins at 6:30 a.m. Where: 16721 E. Old Spanish Trail, Vail Price: $60 adults, $42 ages 12 and younger Info: 647-7121
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Unless noted, reservations are note needed and prices are per person and do not include tax or tip.
