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April 2008
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Nikki's Picks: March 2008 ArchivesIf you're looking for a good time Southwest-style, check out this funky, concrete-floored cantina, decorated with kitschy Mexican art. As the name suggests, it specializes in tacos and tequila, offering 13 varieties of the former and 100 varieties of the latter, all premium tequilas made from 100% agave (lesser tequilas contain only 51%). As you might imagine, Cien Agaves whips up some mean margaritas, using fresh lime juice, real prickly pear... 11 West Boston Street, Chandler Owner Glynis LeGrand — a breast cancer survivor who got interested in green tea for its restorative properties — really knows tea. In fact, she holds the highest level of certification for tea and talks tea talk in much the same way that a sommelier discusses wine. But there's nothing snooty or condescending about her adorable restaurant and tea shop, housed in an historic building wit... Bloom Roaring Fork Rancho de Tia Rosa
5202 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix Although I've found hits and misses at this upscale neighborhood Italian restaurant, I'm making it a Nikki's Pick for one simple reason: when Aiello's is good, it's really good. The house-made focaccia, served with herbed butter, is one stellar example of what this place can do; the spaghetti and meatballs is another. Native New Yorker Joe Aiello uses his mother's recipe for his miracu... |
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