All Food Showcase in Phoenix

Fire at Will is firing up a hot new special for the new year! Neighborhood Night takes place every Tuesday and features an exclusive prix fixe menu available in addition to the restaurant’s regular menu.   The three-course menu features the following selections:   Course One, choice of: Bacon Wrapped Dates with goat cheese, walnuts, muhammara and pomegranate Iberico Ham Croquettes with harissa aioli and Manchego Little Gem with bacon, Point Reyes blue cheese, tomato, red onion and house ranch   Course Two, choice of: Hush Burger with caramelized onion, American cheese, pickles and fancy sauce on a Noble brioche bun                 Lobster Roll with Maine lobster, aioli, celery, charred lemon and Old Bay                 Beef Bolognese with Sonoran Pasta rigatoni, basil and parmesan Reggiano   Course Three, choice of:                 Chocolate Tiramisu — Mythic Goat Coffee, cocoa and powdered sugar Gelato Sundae with chocolate fudge, whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, peanuts and a cherry on top   Cost is $44 per person, plus tax and gratuity. For more information or to make a reservation, visit eatfireatwill.com.

Sip in the springtime with Provisions new cocktail and coffee offerings. Throughout the month, diners can enjoy Provision’s specialty Irish Coffee cocktail (made with whiskey, spiced honey and hot coffee topped with heavy cream) as well as canned Nitro Irish Stout from Breckenridge Brewery. St. Patrick’s Day may be over, but the luck of the Irish carries on at Provision!   Don Guayo has returned! Provision has been importing this coffee since 2019 and is thrilled to bring it back. This incredible washed Guatemalan coffee offers a lighter roast profile with notes of orange, caramel and chocolate. This whole bean coffee is available in a 12-ounce canister for $21.   For the spring season, Provision is also launching its Palo Verde blend, which will soon be available. Stay tuned!   For more, visit provisioncoffee.com.

Things are heating up in the Valley of the Sun – but cooling off at the FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel in the vibrant Roosevelt Row Arts District. It’s a great time to stay and play at the FOUND:RE, which offers a unique blend of art, culture and hospitality… not to mention a cool poolside vibe!   The FOUND:RE’s Phoenix Summer Fun Package includes:   RE:markable accommodations in a stylish guestroom and poolside swag for a perfect stay including a FOUND:RE Phoenix pool bag, a reusable water bottle, a pair of sunglasses and a mini portable Bluetooth speaker to set the mood to summertime!   This package starts at $229 (plus taxes and fees) and is bookable now for stays between Friday, May 24 and Monday, Sept. 2, 2024.   For more information or to book a reservation for summertime fun at the FOUND:RE, visit foundrehotels.com.

 Thai Chili 2 Go, the quick-casual, pick-up and delivery-driven restaurant concept featuring authentic and scratch-made Thai cuisine, has announced the upcoming grand opening of its newest location in Laveen. Thai Chili 2 Go will open at 7450 S 59th Ave., #100 on Wednesday, May 1. “We are excited to continue our mission to bring fresh, delicious and affordable dining options to developing communities such as Laveen,” says Owner Akshat Sethi. “We look forward to becoming a part of this neighborhood and to serving its residents our unique brand of authentic, scratch-made Thai food.” In celebration of the opening, guests can enjoy 50% off their in-store orders all day long. As part of the celebration, there will also be a grand opening giveaway. The guest who discovers the hidden golden chili at the new Laveen location on Sunday, April 21 will receive free Thai Chili 2 Go for a year. A ribbon cutting is scheduled to take place Monday, May 13 at 11 a.m. with Phoenix Chamber members. Sethi is dedicated to bringing his concept to valley food deserts. He has multiple other locations planned in neighborhoods that need of high-quality food options. Since its inception, Thai Chili 2 Go has evolved into a mainly to-go style dining concept that meets consumer demand for high-quality and wholesome quick-casual food choices beyond the typical drive-thru offerings. With quality and convenience at the forefront of this concept, Thai Chili 2 Go offers diners the option of ordering online, via the Thai Chili 2 Go App or through a third-party service such as DoorDash. At the touch of their screens, diners can select their location and delivery or pick-up time and submit their order. Thai Chili 2 Go features starters such as Dumplings and two varieties of Thai Hot and Sour Soup as well as a selection of traditional and authentic main entrée dishes including Pad Prig Pao, Pad Thai, Red Curry, Panang Curry, Drunken Noodles, Thai Chowmein and more. Guests can customize their orders with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options as well as select their level of heat, making their dish as mild or spicy as they wish. The Laveen location will be open daily from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Diners can order directly online for pick-up or delivery or stop into the store for counter service. For more, visit: tc2go.com.

The FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, located at 1100 N. Central Ave., is thrilled to debut “51 Frames: A Randy Johnson Photography Exhibit.” The collection of works will be unveiled during an exclusive VIP opening on Thursday, May 2. It will be open for public viewing beginning Friday, May 3 through Sunday, Sept. 15. “It is an honor for us to present this exhibition and to work with Mr. Johnson to bring his art to our hotel gallery,” says Chris Genung, general manager of FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel. “We look forward to displaying this incredible collection of works for our guests and visitors to enjoy.” The exhibition showcases the former Arizona Diamondback’s entire photography career, dating back to his time as a USC student up to his current works. Subjects range from landscapes and cityscapes to nature and rock ‘n roll. “51 Frames” will showcase primarily works that have not been on display previously. In addition to these will be a curated selection from his previous exhibits at The Fenimore Gallery in Cooperstown, NY and The Scottsdale Center of Performing Arts. “With this particular exhibit,” says Johnson, “I am looking forward to showing more of my love for rock and roll and travel.” The exhibition, in conjunction with Artlink, Inc. and Johnson himself, will be presented as part of FOUND:RE Contemporary’s regular schedule of rotating exhibitions. For more about FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, visit foundrehotels.com; for more about FOUND:RE Contemporary, visit foundrecontemporary.com.

On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, Broken Yolk is inviting guests to raise a glass to Mom with the exclusive Pink Mimosa. This beautiful refreshing cocktail special features Wycliff Sparkling and Monin Raspberry Puree.   Broken Yolk’s Pink Mimosa is available all day long for just $5 each. For more about Broken Yolk Café, visit brokenyolkcafe.com/.

It’s time to honor Mom for all her hard work and tender loving care. In celebration of all moms this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12, Rusconi’s American Kitchen presents the following three-course brunch menu. Guests may choose one selection from each category below: Starters House-smoked Salmon with Mini Red Pepper Pancake with hard boiled quail egg, lemon crème fraiche, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and frisee Chilled Tomato Gazpacho with wild blue crab and tiny vegetables Baby Romaine Salad with Roasted Corn Relish with creamy parmesan dressing and pear tomatoes Braised Beef Short Ribs with goat cheese and roasted pepper grits, crispy shallots and red wine sauce Arugula and Grilled Peaches with candied pancetta, spiced pine nuts, Laura Chenel goat cheese and balsamic syrup Main Courses Wood-Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin and Poached Eggs with Noble Bread, sweet potato hash and herb emulsion Gulf Shrimp and Crab Benedict with poached eggs and house-made Canadian bacon on focaccia Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Blackberry Glaze, parsnip puree, spring squash, shaved vegetables and sauce verde Slow-Braised Spring Lamb Shank with Sunnyside-Up Egg, goat cheese and yellow corn polenta, baby carrots and rosemary jus Roasted Sea Bass with gulf shrimp and citrus scented risotto, snap peas and carrot ginger jus Wood-Grilled Angus Beef Tenderloin with Spaghetti Squash, goat cheese dumplings truffle cream and cabernet gastrique Desserts Lemon Biscotti-Crusted Blackberry Cheesecake with chocolate shard, pulled sugar, salted caramel and vanilla sauces Strawberry and Chocolate Budino with whipped mascarpone and cocoa nibs Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée with grilled peach and strawberry relish Rusconi’s Mother’s Day brunch menu is served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Cost is $82 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made via rusconiskitchen.com.

Sunday, May 12 is for the moms! This Mother’s Day, celebrate Mom with a special brunch at Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse, featuring an abundance of delectable menu items including: Prime Rib Carving Station Crustacean Station featuring Shrimp, Lobster and Oysters Made-to-Order Omelets Grilled Atlantic Salmon Mac and Cheese Mashed Potatoes Asparagus Green Beans Scrambled Eggs Breakfast Potatoes Bacon Sausage Assorted Desserts Pastries This Mother’s Day Brunch extravaganza is $70++ per person and $35++ for children under the age of 10. Don’t forget to raise a glass and toast to Mom with a bottomless mimosa or Bloody Mary for $19. For more information or to make a reservation, visit keelerssteakhouse.com.

Moms love brunch! In honor of Mother’s Day, on Sunday, May 12, Ocean Prime presents one mother of a brunch spread, with scrumptious options including:   Lobster Toast with avocado pea puree, pea shoots and a sunny side egg, $32 Crabcake Eggs Benedict with a toasted English Muffin, Maryland crab, poached eggs and hollandaise, $33 Brioche French Toast with cinnamon sugar whipped mascarpone, sausage and maple syrup, $24 Short Rib Surf & Turf featuring lobster, gouda potato cake, poached egg and hollandaise, $32 Smoked Salmon Latke with tomato, hard-boiled egg, arugula, caviar and chive sour cream, $29 Prime Steak & Egg featuring a six-ounce NY strip, poached egg, crispy potatoes and citrus truffle vinaigrette, $38 Blackened Salmon Salad with basil poppyseed dressing, goat cheese, spiced walnuts, strawberries, grapes and cantaloupe, $26   The following sides can be added to enhance any meal:   Candied Bacon, $8 Seasonal Fruit and Greek Yogurt, $9 Truffled Potatoes, $9 Breakfast Sausage, $7   Ocean Prime’s Warm Cinnamon Bread with cream cheese icing ($12) is a perfect starter for the table. And don’t forget to raise a toast to Mom with a delicious brunch cocktail such as:   Citrus Rhubarb Mimosa with Giffard Rhubarbe, fresh orange juice and Dry Curaçao, $14 Tequila Sour with Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Velvet Falernum, grapefruit and lime juices and orange bitters, $16 Bloody Mary featuring house-made pepper-infused vodka shrimp cocktail and cornichons, $21   Mother’s Day Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For reservations or more information, visit ocean-prime.com or call 480-347-1313.

Sip, sip hooray—it’s time to celebrate the moms! On Sunday, May 12, FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel and Match Market & Bar are featuring drink and brunch specials in honor of Mother’s Day. Diners can enjoy the following between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.:   Raise a glass to Mom with the following cocktail selections: Heather’s Boss Cosmo, $13 Mommyjito featuring white rum, lime juice, simple syrup, soda water and muddled blueberries, $13 Vanilla-Peach Bellini made with bubbles, vanilla simple syrup and peach simple syrup, $13   Brunch menu options served up with Mom in mind include: Bananas Foster Dutch Baby, $14 Arizona-Style Frittata, $15 Avocado Toast, $14 The BEC, $12 Breakfast Burger, $14 Match Breakfast with bacon, $12 Shakshuka in a bread bowl, $15 Bagel and Lox, $15 Crispy Parmesan Egg and creamy polenta, $14   For more information or to make a reservation, call 602-875-8080 or visit foundrehotels.com or matchphx.com