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 Support the Land Trust at the Honey Dinner!
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The "piece de resistance" of the Arizona Honey Festival is the Charity Dinner on Saturday, September 29, celebrating the conservation and land preservation efforts of the Deser  t Foothills Land Trust. This dinner will feature the culinary artistry of visiting chefs from Waldorf=Astoria Hotels & Resorts, while including applications of Arizona honey in the four course dinner. Paired with handpicked wines introduced by Chris Benziger, of Benziger Family Wines, Sonoma, CA, this evening promises to be the season opener to what we have to offer in the NE Valley - great events with fabulous food and terrific wines.
In addition, the evening will feature a live auction of stays and getaways to 15 destinations of the world's celebrated Waldorf=Astoria Hotels & Resorts. From Arizona to New York, Boca to London and Rome to Shanghai you can string a trip around the world staying in accommodations fit for a king, indulge in some of the the most spectacular spas and tee it up in La Quinta, Orlando, Naples and of course right here at the Boulders. Dine at Uliveto in Rome, Balsan in Chicago, Slopes in Park City, Frank & Alberts at the Arizona Biltmore or savor the best Sunday Brunch in the Big Apple at the Waldorf Astoria's Peacock Alley in New York.
100% of the proceeds will benefit Desert Foothills Land Trust, so join us for an evening that promises to be all the buzz, featuring great food and wine, and pick up next summer's getaway at a special value. For a preview of the fantastic menu, you can see Chef Michel Pieton on Fox Channel 10 earlier this week!
There will be a reception at 6:30 pm, followed by the dinner at 7:15. Price: $125.00 per person inclusive. Call The Boulders at 480-488-7317 to make your reservation.
Live Auction Items from Waldorf Astoria Properties at the Honey Festival Dinner September 29, 2012
The Boulders Resort - two nights stay and two rounds of golf for two; two 50-minute spa treatments
London Sydon Park - two nights suite accommodations including breakfast; two 60-minute spa treatments
Rome Cavalieri - three nights in an Imperial King accommodation inclusive of breakfast; one three-course dinner for two at the Uliveto Restaurant
Trianon Palace - two nights stay
Chicago - two nights in a Waldorf Suite with breakfast for two guests in Balsan
Naples - two nights stay and two rounds of golf for two
Biltmore - two nights resort accommodations; one breakfast for two in Frank & Albert's
Boca Raton - three nights stay in Deluxe Accommodations including champagne upon arrival, two rounds of golf for two and daily breakfast for two
Park City - two nights in a one-bedroom suite; two 50-minute Swedish massages and $150.00 credit in Slopes
Bonnet Creek - two nights in a Deluxe Suite and private poolside cabana for one day
Grand Wailea - four nights in a Deluxe Suite
Roosevelt - two nights stay in Deluxe Accommodations
La Quinta - two nights stay in Deluxe Accommodations; two rounds of golf for two and two custom spa treatments
Shanghai on the Bund - two nights stay in a Deluxe River Room
New York - two nights stay in a Grand Suite and Sunday Brunch for two in Peacock Alley
Dinner Menu Featuring:
Chef's Selection of Hors d'Oeuvres Honey Braised Veal Short Rib Panini
Honey Smoked Bacon Oyster Brochette
Honey and Mango Marinated Crabmeat Salad in Curry Cone
Benziger Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County 2010
Chef Stefan Kauth, The Roosevelt New Orleans
Hazelnut Roasted Diver Scallops
Olive Oil Potato Purée, Honey Corn Pudding, Housemade Honey Vinegar
Benziger Chardonnay, Carneros 2010
Chef Clement Galas, Waldorf Astoria Park City
Gingered Honey Crisp Apple Salad
Pan Roasted Honey, Long Pepper Cured Breast of Duck
Pinot Noir Apple Blossom Honey Emulsion Benziger Pinot Noir, Sonoma County 2009
Chefs Stephen Strickland and Jimmy Schmidt, La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA West
Beef Tenderloin Marinated In Molasses and Honey Compote of Smoked Bacon, Wild Mushrooms, Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Pecans
Benziger Family Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County 2008 Chef Michel Pieton, The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa
Orange Blossom Honey Torte
Honey Frangipane Mousse, Honey Almond Ice Cream Brûlée Benziger Family Port, Sonoma County
Chef Todd Sicolo, Arizona Biltmore |
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Upcoming Events
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First Annual
Arizona Honey Festival
at el Pedregal (Carefree Highway / Scottsdale Road)
September 29 & 30, 2012
11:00 am - 4:00 pm, daily
ADMISSION IS FREE The weekend festival will feature a variety of events and amenities including live music on the courtyard stage, cooking with honey demonstrations, samplings of honey from vendors across Arizona; children's activities by the Honey Princess, "bee" cookie decorating, an encaustic (beeswax) art exhibit, wine tastings, honey cakes, honey fry bread, honey cocktails and more.
Information:
call 480-488-1072
or 480-488-9009
or visit the website at
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Volunteer Orientation Sessions:
Thursday, Sept. 20
9 - 10 am
Thursday, Oct. 4
6-7 pm
Join us to learn more about volunteer opportunities with the Land Trust - a great intro for newcomers or a refresher for current volunteers!
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Join us to learn
Save the date for
Desert Discovery Day
Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012
10 am - 2 pm
at the Jewel of the Creek Preserve in Cave Creek. ADMISSION IS FREE! Join us for a fun, family-oriented exploration of the Sonoran Desert, hosted at the beautiful Jewel of the Creek Preserve. We'll have lots of critters, activities, exhibitors, refreshments and goodies for kids of all ages! __________________ Don't forget to buy your tickets to the Charles Schwab Cup Championship at Desert Mountain Oct. 31 - Nov. 4. 100% of your $20 ticket price will go to Desert Foothills Land Trust! And if you buy your tickets by Sept. 30, you will also receive a one-day voucher to the Waste Management Phoenix Open Jan. 28 - Feb. 3, 2013! Two great tournaments for $20! 
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