Engel & Voelkers

CURRENTLY OFF MARKET 7001 E Languid Lane $2,790,000 5 BR, 5. 5 BATHS, 4,489 SQ FT, 1.619 ACRE CASUAL SOUTHWEST LUXURY, AMAZING VIEWS

Designed & Furnished for casual, private, southwest luxury above the Town of Carefree. Nestledon Black Mountain above The Boulders Resort, with covered view patios wrapping the home.This 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath, Southwest masterpiece w. separate casita, will leave...
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SOLD FOR OVER ASKING – Stunning Entertainer’s Home in Paradise Valley

TATUM CANYON Strikingly renovated, Southwestern architecture. Interior windows open to a wide, roofed, u-shapedpatio showcasing mountain views. Large, high-ceilinged living and dining room. A beautiful blend offine wood and Saltillo floors. Gorgeous, expansive kitchen and family...
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Espiritu in Mesa Arizona

Wow. What a great first visit. I knew Bacanora downtown, would have several hours of wait time on a Saturday night (which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, when you can hang out down the street at El Charro Hipster Bar with their great coffees and mescal selection), but I had...
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Peak of Summer…Rosé

    It’s the peak of Summer, and for many of us it will be a last chance to enjoy the beverages that we love on warm outdoor afternoons and evenings. During my Malibu wine store years, the industry people returning from the festival in Cannes would seek out the recent...
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The Bacanorita…a Summer Sonoran Delight.

BACANORA, the spirit from just south of the Border. With: An introductory Cocktail, The “BACANORITA”. (My attempt at Adrian Galindo’s recipe, mixologist at Bacanora on Grand Avenue.) INGREDIENTS .75 oz. Casa Noble “Cristal” Blanco Tequila or similar silver/blanco tequila...
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My Serving Suggestion for drop-ins this season! Sauternes

What’s old is new…and in-style. Much better made and more readily available.   Sauternes is a famous, sweet wine from the Bordeaux region of France, that is emulated in other wine regions around the globe. But make no mistake, it should not just be sweet, it should have a “just...
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Thanksgiving Wine Ideas for 2021

Holiday Greetings! I wanted to steer you towards delicious wines, that will complement and not fight that tricky Thanksgiving table. Leave the fighting for after-dinner politics, or a football game.   Rich Turkey … smothered in equally rich gravy, with savory stuffing, buttery...
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5013 N 69th Place, Paradise Valley…Soaring Ceilings, an Entertainer’s Dream

MLS # 6205279    SOLD Over Asking 5013 N 69th Place, Paradise Valley. An Entertainer’s Dream, steps from Scottsdale. Soaring Ceilings 4BR, 2 Bonus, 4 Bath, 3251sf. Heated Pool, Spa, Patios & Parking! $1,999,900 Entertainer’s dream, with plenty of toy...
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Paradise Valley / Scottsdale 2017 Architectural & Technology Gem.

2 Bedroom plus Bedroom or Office     /     2 Baths    /      2297 sf Energy Efficient Build    /     Amazing Central Location     /     2017 Re-Construction   7104 E. Pasadena Avenue, Paradise Valley 85253   MLS #6162506      $1,390,000 “At the center of luxurious new...
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Tratto…the conundrum of simple ingredients, prepared to perfection.

Tratto 4743 N 20th St Phoenix, AZ 85016   Having spent 20 years in the wine and restaurant business, I appreciate someone else making complicated dishes with separate elements that take time to prepare. I appreciate that work, knowing that I could do it, if I invested all that...
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Want a solid Burger? Try Matty G’s

Matty G’s Steakburgers & Spirits – Scottsdale Location Burgers 6107 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85250 1/26/2020 I’m going to keep this one short and sweet. If you like a good burger, this place is serving up some of the best in town, at a very reasonable price...
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3846 E Devonshire, ARCADIA – MODERN FARMHOUSE

3846 E Devonshire Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85018  Offered at $999,900 Gorgeous Modern Arcadia “Farm House” on a street that has transformed in the past 3 years. This airy home’s beautiful interior boasts great flow, and gorgeous hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, fun tile, high...
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27143 N. 81ST AVE PEORIA, AZ 85383 Resort Style Living at The Reserve at Rock Springs

Coming 3/4/2020 Backing to hillside open space, in the gated Reserve at Rock Springs, this very highly upgraded and updated home has everything you need for resort-style family living. The fabulous flow and layout are enhanced by new hardwood floors throughout the entire home. A...
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Resort Style Living above WestWing Parkway

This beautiful T. W. Lewis home is situated in a gated community high above Westwing Parkway in a private cul-de-sac lot with view fencing. The paver driveway leads to an extended 4-car garage with lots of storage. The main house features a living room, dining room, great room...
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Coming near Downtown Scottsdale, gated under $600k 4BR, 2742 sf

Great family home in gated Scottsdale Highland Estates, just east of Fashion Square. Rare, cool basement media room, main floor master, 3 upstairs bedrooms and bonus rooms. Close to schools, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities, parks. It’s central to...
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