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Sip Mimosas And Enjoy Brunch On This Scenic Arizona Cruise

Enjoy a scenic brunch cruise on Lake Pleasant with delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, and relaxing music.

Published Feb 2, 2023

Written by 

Katie Lawrence

Brunch is always a good idea - especially when it comes with a side of breathtaking views. That's exactly what you'll find on the Lake Pleasant Cruises brunch cruise, the perfect way to enjoy a gorgeous Arizona spring day. It's complete with a buffet of delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, and relaxing music, making for a bucket list experience you won't soon forget.

Spring is such a wonderful time in Arizona - the sun is shining brightly overhead, its just-warm-enough embrace feeling like magic on your skin.

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There's no better way to enjoy the gorgeous weather than with some time on the water, and Lake Pleasant Cruises lets you do just that.

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Brunch cruises are offered most Sunday mornings and select Saturday mornings throughout the spring season.

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It's a 90-minute cruise that features a buffet-style brunch by Dillon's Catering.

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From fresh fruit to scrambled eggs and bacon to all sorts of mouthwatering pastries, the options are endless. You better come hungry!

Pair your meal with a handcrafted beverage from the full-service bar.

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Whether you prefer to sip on champagne, mimosas, or something non-alcoholic, rest assured there's something for everyone. While you eat and drink, relaxing '70s, '80s, and '90s music will be playing in the background.

Reservations are required for meal cruises, and you can do so online, over the phone, or in person.

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Brunch cruise tickets start at $70 a person, with discounted rates available for children. This price doesn't include any beverages you purchase at the bar. Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure, so plan on arriving 45 minutes prior to the scheduled time (seating is first-come, first-served).

In addition to Brunch Cruises, Lake Pleasant Cruises offers Sunset Dinner Cruises, Live Music Brews Cruises, Sightseeing Cruises, and more. The boat is also available to charter for weddings, corporate events, and parties.

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A Brunch Cruise at Lake Pleasant is the perfect location to celebrate Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day. Be sure to book early, as these special dates sell out far in advance. Visit the Lake Pleasant Cruises website or Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever taken a brunch cruise with Lake Pleasant Cruises? If so, we'd love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below!

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Word On The Street Is That Hope’s Frybread Serves The Best Frybread In Arizona

Published Jul 29, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

Certain hidden gem restaurants offer some of the best cuisine we could ever hope to try. One place that fits that description is Hope's Frybread in Mesa. Making some of the best frybread in Arizona, it's no wonder this place has such a great reputation, and if you have not yet tried it, add it to your dining bucket list immediately!

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For some of the best frybread in the state, you'll have to make your way to Mesa and stop at Hope's Frybread. This incredible Navajo restaurant is located at 144 S Mesa Dr. in Mesa.

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Owners Hope and Aaron Peshlakai opened Hope's Frybread back in 2022, and it's already become a local favorite for traditional Navajo dishes that include frybread.

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Frybread, or dah diníilghaazh, is a flatbread made of flour, salt, water, and baking powder that is then fried in oil. It's a traditional bread of the Navajo and absolutely delicious! Not only is it crispy on the outside but it's chewy in the middle.

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While Hope's Frybread serves traditional Navajo cuisine, it also offers more modern-day twists. For example, how about a Double Navajo Burger that includes two quarter-pound beef patties topped with lettuce, cheese, tomato, onion, ketchup, mayo, and mustard between frybread? Sounds amazing to me!

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And then there's the Navajo taco featuring a piece of crispy frybread topped with chili beans, lettuce, tomato, cheese, onion, and homemade salsa. Delicious!

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The lamb sandwich is another popular menu item with a filet of lamb roasted with green chiles and onion and set in a savory slice of frybread.

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Want dessert? Well, guess what? Hope's Frybread offers a selection of sweet frybread including Nutella and Banana, S'Mores, Sweet Treat Specials with raspberry and white chocolate sauce, and the Classic with powdered sugar and honey. You can order the regular size or the miniature size.

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Have you tried the best frybread in Arizona at Hope's Frybread? If so, share your thoughts about it in the comments. For location, hours, and menu information, head to the Hope's Frybread website. You can also follow the official Facebook page of Hope's Frybread for the most up-to-date information.

Visiting Mesa and looking for accommodations? Take a look at this Modern DT Historic Getaway with Cowboy Pool and book your stay!

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Food Is A Work Of Art At Course Restaurant In Scottsdale, Arizona

Published May 8, 2024

Written by 

Melissa Mahoney

Not all restaurants offer an experience when dining. Of course, the food is the first reason to visit a restaurant. Whether you're craving fast food, five-star dining, or anything in between, we have it all here in Arizona, especially in the Phoenix Metro area. The Valley has become a paradise for foodies from all over the state and the country. Honestly, I am so happy to be living someplace with so many amazing restaurants to try! And one place to try is Course Restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona, where the food is a true work of art.

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If you're looking for a place to dine that has an upscale ambiance for an anniversary dinner, a special occasion, or an impressive date night, Course Restaurant in Scottsdale should be at the top of your list.

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Open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner and Sunday for brunch, dining here is a culinary experience. Reservations must be made in advance to guarantee a table at this elegant establishment.

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If you enjoy delectable cuisine that's not only flavorful but visually stunning, Course Restaurant's expert culinary team achieves both with each and every dish.

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Chef Cory Oppold, winner of Chopped on the Food Network in 2019 along with numerous other accolades and awards, views food as an art form. And once your order arrives at your table, your eyes will dazzle by what you see on the plate.

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With the use of seasonal produce, the menu rotates with the seasons to guarantee the freshest and most flavorful dishes imaginable.

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When dining here, you'll have a choice of either a five-course or a 10-course prix fixe meal. With multiple courses, you'll be able to taste all sorts of creative dishes you wouldn't have been able to try if you were just ordering off of a menu.

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On Sundays, you can join Course Restaurant for its Morning Would brunch. Brunch is a six-course pre fixe experience and cocktails, wine, and beer can also be ordered for an additional charge.

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Have you tried Course Restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona yet? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. For location and menu information, visit the Course Restaurant website.

Visiting Scottsdale and on the hunt for accommodations? I suggest the mid-century modern Hotel Valley Ho. Not only is this place stylish and comfortable but there are two pools on the property along with an on-site restaurant and bar, a fitness center, and a spa!

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