I escaped to Tucson, Arizona recently looking for relaxation, but was surrounded with inspiration! Aside from the breathtaking sunsets and fantastic weather, I discovered there was a chic, upscale, and totally “in style” side to Tucson. I made stops at spectacular locations and came home with a new attitude toward the old Pueblo…

Homemade Cherry Limeades anyone? I splurged on a spectacular brunch at the new Ritz Carlton, Dove Mountain and fell in love with this colorful Limeade station. This twist of eye popping color will be an instant favorite at a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or special event. Play around with the idea think of cream sodas or root beer floats or customize it to your taste. They’re all good to the last slurp.

Who doesn’t love tapas or what I like to call “figure” foods! This trend in dining on petite plates provides a bunch of options to please many palates. From foods that nourish to desserts that delight, this style of dining is not only festive, but a way to keep costs down without guest knowing it.

Who wouldn’t want to enjoy a delicious whoopie pie with an ice cold shot of milk? This signature item at the Loews Ventana Canyon is a sassy way to gather family and friends together for a whoopie… I mean welcome reception or a fun item to include at a rehearsal dinner… why not go all the way and play Frank Sinatra’s rendition of “Makin Whoopee!”

 Topping my list of contemporary new restaurants is the CORE Kitchen and Wine Bar at the Ritz Carlton, Dove Mountain. The delectable food is creative, earthy and represents the best of local ingredients from the Sonoran Desert. Views of the natural surroundings among the sleek restaurant décor are just the combo for a relaxed but elegant rehearsal dinner served up in the impeccable Ritz style.

~ Megan

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