In the January issue of The Wild Blue Yonder, (Frontier Airlines’ in-flight magazine,) The Farm at South Mountain was listed as a “Don’t Miss”destination in Phoenix!

“Never again to be mistaken as a desert tumbleweed town, Phoenix’s secret is out. The city that anchors the Valley of the sun—or just “the Valley”—has grown up and out, stretching across 500 square miles and clocking in as the fifth-largest city in the nation. Famous for its miles of fairways, cosmopolitan restaurants and luxury spas, Phoenix is a welcoming oasis for the weary. And, with a remarkable 334 days of sunshine a year, it’s an ideal winter escape for visitors craving a healthy dose of vitamin D.”

READ: TheWildBlueYonder-Magazine

‘Tis the season for toe shoes and tastes. For enjoying Nutcracker and noshes. For bubbly and ballerinas. So join Quiessence Restaurant before the quintessential holiday tradition, Ballet Arizona’s performance of The Nutcracker.

Ticket holders get a special treat…

Book your pre-show dinner between 5pm-5:30pm on show nights for a specially-priced, 3-course dinner, only $39!

With your Nutcracker ticket Chef LaPrad will prepare a seasonal feast including your choice of soup or salad, a pasta or entrée and a dessert for just $39.

Tickets & Schedule at: BalletAZ.org
Preshow dinner reservations at 602-276-0601
Some restrictions and exclusions may apply. Reservations required please mention Nutcracker show special when making reservation.

Dear Friends of Quiessence:

Next week Quiessence is joining thousands of other restaurants across the country in participating in an important fundraising effort for Share Our Strength.

The Great American Dine Out will raise money to help the over 12 million American Children who are at risk of hunger. Money raised from The Great American Dine Out directly supports:

• Increasing participation in school food and nutrition programs
• Increasing the number of community gardens
• Food banks and food pantries
• Increasing access to fresh produce
• Increasing utilization of federal child food and nutrition programs, e.g. food stamps, school breakfast, etc.

Advocacy around Child food and nutrition-related programs

To support this important cause we will be donating 50% of our proceeds from the sale of our Farmer’s Feast Tasting Menu to Share our Strength.

Please consider joining us next week, as we wine and dine for a great cause.

From the Kitchen,

Chef Greg & Chef Tony

Did you know that 12 million American children are at risk of hunger?

Thousands of restaurants have registered for this year’s Great American Dine Out including Quiessence.

Share in the bounty of our local farms and help end childhood hunger with Quiessence during the week of September 22-26th. With your order of our signature dining experience, “The Farmer’s Feast” we will donate 50% of the proceeds to the Great American Dine Out.

Learn more about the Great American Dineout and Share Our Strength online.

Make your reservations at (602) 276-0601

We’ve had a busy spring here at Quiessence, holding first-time special events that were so successful we’ve vowed to offer them again next year! First, we threw a garden party reception, farm tour and five-course vegetarian dinner to celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd. Then on Mother’s Day, May 10th, we left no mom unpampered, offering a special three-course dinner, as well as hand massages for her and photos of the family, taken in the garden. But our most popular and well-attended event was Blues at Q, a mini blues festival and garden party held under the stars on May 28th. Local blues greats Bob Corritore, Paris James and Big Pete Pearson kept the patio rocking, while guests grazed on appetizers, hand-made pastas and sandwiches, washed down with local brews, wines and classic cocktails. We’re not sure how to top it, but we’ve got nearly a year to figure it all out!

He’s back…One night only!

Quiessence Restaurant welcomes legendary Arizona wine maker and Hollywood film director Sam Pillsbury and his award-winning wines for a can’t-miss night of storytelling throughout six courses of dinner and wine!

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One night only! Reserve your seat or ticket now!

Three top blues musicians take a break from Phoenix’s Rhythm Room concert hall and head to the open-air Farm at South Mountain for “Blues at Q,” a garden-party night of summer jazz Thursday, May 28th at 8pm. Soulful songs, heartfelt foods and local wines and beers come together for one night as Quiessence Restaurant hosts local blues legends Bob Corritore, Paris James, and Big Pete Pearson on the gorgeous outdoor patio of Morning Glory Café at the Farm at South Mountain…

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Show her the garden-party charm of the Farm.

Start a new family tradition with the Farm at South Mountain as we celebrate the ever-amazing Mom with a very special three-course dinner. From sisters to moms, daughters to grandmothers, these special people deserve 365 days of thanks!

Complete the celebration by pampering mom with optional* on-site hand massages, garden family photos, and other soothing activities.

Choice of dinner seating times:
Early dinner seating at 4pm -or-
Evening dinner seating at 6:30pm

Mom-pampering retreat times:
Activities available from 5:30-6:30pm*
(perfect for pre/post-dinner depending on desired dinner time)

Mother’s Day Dinner & Retreat
Sunday, May 10th - Space Is Limited
$59.00 per adult, $29 per child (12 and under)

Includes three-course dinner (special menu for children)
Tax and 18% Service Charge Not Included.
*Optional retreat activities individually priced.

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RESERVE YOUR TABLE ONLINE NOW >

Online reservations are through Open Table.
Simply select either 4pm or 6:30pm on May 10th.

Or call 602-276-0601 to reserve by phone.

Treasured guests from across the Valley joined Quiessence in celebrating Earth Day with a garden party reception, farm tour and five-course vegetarian dinner.

“Fantastic food and wonderful people, all in a true oasis of beauty and sustainability. I hope this is an annual event; if so, we would never miss it!” -a note written by a guest of the event.

Explore photos of the event in the slideshow below!

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Celebrate Earth Day with Quiessence and the Farm at South Mountain as we present a very special Earth Dinner & Farm Tour. Discover the merits of sustainable farming right at the source as you stroll through our organic gardens and scenic property.

Dinner features a “green” spin on five courses of vegetarian dishes, each paired with an organic mini cocktail.

6:30pm - Reception and Hors d’Oeuvres
Mix & mingle with friends and guests outdoors while enjoying “taste of the farm.” Owner A. Wayne Smith. will be on-hand to deliver a welcome speech.
7:00PM - Farm Tour
Led by farmer Maya Dailey, you’ll tour the organic gardens and learn all about sustainable living, farming and this seasons produce.

7:30PM - Earth Dinner at Quiessence
Savor a 5-course vegatble Earth Dinner featuring the seasonal bounty of the farm and region. (Sugar Snap Pea Soup with Crème Fraiche, Rainbow Valley Farmer’s Cheese Gnocchi with Maya’s Baby Beets, and more)

Each course will be paired with organic mini “cocktails.” (Fresh Mint and Organic Vodka Spritzer; Tomato Water Martini; Spiced Beet Bubbly; and others)

Quiessence Earth Dinner & Farm Tour
Space Is Limited. Reservations Required.
Call 602-276-0601 $75.00 per Person
Includes Reception, Farm Tour and Five Course Dinner with Cocktail Pairings
Tax and 18% Service Charge Not Included.
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