26 FEBRUARY 2018 ARCAD A NEWS By Elaina Verhoff Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be predictable. This year, you can surprise your valentine by going local for your February 14th gifts! ARIZONA WINE FROM CARLSON CREEK VINEYARD Carlson Creek is one of the largest vineyards in the state, with tasting rooms in Scottsdale and Willcox. The vineyard features a large portfolio of wines that could be a great choice for Valentine’s Day - reds (Malbec, Cabernet, and its flagship Rule of Three), whites (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling) and a fabulous rosé. For more: carlsoncreek.com. COFFEE FROM THE ROASTERY OF CAVE CREEK As one of the longest-running coffee roasters in the state (just celebrated 20 years), whose coffee is poured at some of the best restaurants and resorts in Arizona (think Bianco’s, Tarbell’s, etc.) its AZ-made organic coffee and coffee subscriptions (sent to your door each month) make for a great gift for coffee drinkers. For more: https://roc2.coffee/. CHOCOLATECOVERED DATES FROM SPHINX DATE COMPANY Each heart-shaped box is packed with a choice of dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or Arizona pecan stuffed chocolate-covered, locally grown Medjool dates, dipped by Cerreta Candy Company. Prices start at $25.95 for 10 dates and vary based on dips and stuffing. Sweet treats can be paired with its wide selection of Arizona wines and beers. For more: sphinxdateranch.com. FULLSIZE SHAVING KIT FROM WET SHAVING PRODUCTS Lee Tyau created a family-owned business in East Phoenix called Wet Shaving Products, which uses only the highest quality, natural, organic, vegan ingredients. The “Full Size Shaving Kit” in Black Amber Vanille scent includes all four components of a perfect shave: pre-shave oil, shaving soap, a shaving brush, and an after-shave splash, so women can give their valentine the gift of a perfect shave (and a soft, smooth, kissable face.) For more: wetshavingproducts.com. METAL HEARTS FROM OFF THE DIRT ROAD Popular Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market vendor Off the Dirt Road sells metal hearts made by a veteran out of repurposed wine barrel rings. You can find these unique locally made gifts at the new Off the Dirt Road retail store in Gilbert, located at 323 S. Gilbert Road Ste. 107 (just south of Elliott) Gilbert, AZ 85296. For more: facebook.com\offthedirtroadaz. CHOCOLATECOVERED FRUITS AND NUTS FROM LEHI VALLEY TRADING COMPANY If you’re set on giving your valentine chocolates, go for Arizona-made treats. You probably didn’t know that several Fry’s label Valentine’s Day treats are made by Mesa-based snack food manufacturer Lehi Valley Trading Company. Try the red chocolate cherries, dark chocolate almonds, or chocolate Swiss bridge mix. Available at select Fry’s stores. CANDLES FROM SWEPT AWAY SCENTS Local handmade candle company Swept Away Scents makes hand-poured, soy- based candles in scents like Cozy Sunday, Seaside Orchid, Derby Summer House and High Tea. Custom scents, jars and labels are also available, so get creative and give your valentine something truly special. For more: sweptawayscents.com. BRACELETS AND MALAS FROM SILVER & SAGE Surprise the yogi or yogini in your life with a simple, beautiful and natural bracelet or mala from Silver & Sage. Featuring natural stones, organic elements and charms, all jewelry from Silver & Sage is handmade in Scottsdale. For more: silverandsagejewelry.com. Treat your sweetie to a locally-made Valentine’s gift Join Us for One of Two Open Houses Highlighting Our Preschool - 5th Grade Programs! Register Online: www.staphxschool.org/RSVP or Call: (602) 954-9088 Parents Enjoy a Presentation, Tour and Q&A Session. Childcare Available with Storytime, Snacks & Crafts. Check-In Begins at 8:45AM / Program Begins at 9:00AM 4510 N 24th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016 www.staphxschool.org We Warmly Welcome You Gingerbread Open House December 5th Hot Cocoa Open House February 23rd WHERE SCOTTSDALE CALLS HOME now Serving BRUNCH sat & sun 9am-2pm with live music every sunday Mention This ad & receive A Free Appetizer up to a $10 Value 4218 N Scottsdale Rd | Scottsdale, AZ | 85251 | 480.758.4994 Serving Brunch | Lunch | Happy Hour | Dinner | famous48.com NOT TO BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER, DISCOUNT, HAPPY HOUR OR PROMOTION. LIMIT ONE PER TABLE & PER VISIT. DINE IN ONLY. VALID THROUGH MARCH 1, 2018.

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