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Nikki Buchanan, Restaurant Critic: February 2008 Archives


Canal Restaurant

12:20 PM Mon, Feb 18, 2008 |
Nikki Buchanan, Restaurant Critic

7144 E. Stetson Drive (SouthBridge), Scottsdale
480-949-9000

With its exposed brick, illuminated fashion runway and massive, high-def projection screen, Canal is Old Town's trendy restaurant du jour, appealing to the well-dressed 20-somethings who show up in droves. Both the great terrace (overlooking the canal) and Chef Justin Beckett's eclectic American menu are the main draws for boomers, who drop in for business lunc...



Fusion Restaurant

12:20 PM Mon, Feb 11, 2008 |
Nikki Buchanan, Restaurant Critic

4441 N. Buckboard Trail, Scottsdale
480-423-9043

This modern-day mom-and-pop (owned by a cute, young couple whose restaurant savvy belies their age) offers exactly what I want from a neighborhood restaurant — friendly service, moderate prices and a touch of sophistication. Fusion is my go-to for a great Kobe beef burger, pretty salads, luscious chorizo mac & cheese and affordable entrees such as hoisin-marinated duck breast or to...



Valentine's Day Chocolate Ideas

11:18 AM Mon, Feb 11, 2008 |
Nikki Buchanan, Restaurant Critic

Chatham's Fine Chocolates
114 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix
602-277-5889

Chocolates By Bernard Callebaut
15688 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale
480-315-1002

Chocofin Chocolatier
13404 N. La Montana, Fountain Hills
480-836-7444

Chocolate Boxes by Pastry Chef Pierino Jermonti
T. Cook's at the Royal Palms
5200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix
602-840-3610

Chocolate Tea in Februa...