Hike the Apache Wash Trailhead

I recently moved to beautiful Anthem, Arizona and heard about the new Apache Wash Trailhead off of Interstate 17 and Cave Creek Road. I decided to drive through the area instead of on the freeway. If you are traveling north to Sedona or the Grand Canyon, you can take this drive and enjoy the scenery. Exit the 101 Freeway going west at Cave Creek Road and then turn left on Sonoran Desert Drive and follow it 10 miles through the preserve. The road changes …

New Gluten-Free Menus in ZuZu

Stop by ZuZu and try our new gluten-free menus!

Join us for breakfast and choose savory or sweet, with dishes like omelets, Beef Short Rib Hash, and Stuffed French Toast with lemon cream cheese and fresh berries.

Gluten-Free Stuffed French Toast

Lunch favorites like burgers and sandwiches are now available gluten-free, including a Bacon Cheeseburger with Virginia bacon, balsamic onions, and Tillamook cheddar; and …

Espresso, Beer & Wine at Cartel Coffee Lab

Cartel Coffee Lab has several shops around town, including one in Downtown Scottsdale. This is a great place to enjoy not only a coffee or latte, but also craft beer, wine, and tea.

Cartel Coffee Lab

Cartel is serious about its coffee. All baristas are trained extensively and many are certified with the Barista Guild of America. They make excellent espresso, lattes, and …

European Chocolates in Downtown Scottsdale

I just love to visit new stores that open near the hotel, especially if they sell chocolate! Chocolade van Brugge is a wonderful shop featuring luxury Belgian chocolates. I heard a rumor that they had chocolate croissants and hot chocolate, which are my favorite foods. I got to taste both and they were delicious!

Chocolade van BruggeWhen you first enter the store, you …