Posts Tagged ‘Outdoor Dining’

A Thanksgiving Question….

Wednesday, November 21st, 2012

Why does Chef Greg serve Venison & Lobster every Thanksgiving?

In truth, Chef Greg LOVES seafood so he would probably offer lobster without a historical reference…

And yet according to historians, the menu at the “First Thanksgiving” included lobster, seal, and swans. Many compliments to Squanto and Wampanoag Chief Massasoit for teaching these Pilgrims how to farm, how to hunt, and how to avoid eating poisonous plants!

So in the fall of 1621, Governor William Bradford organized a feasting festival, what we now call Thanksgiving (term coined by President Lincoln), and invited the colony’s Native American allies. According to Edward Winslow, the Pilgrim blogger, Governor Bradford sent his guys out on a “fowling” mission for the event –turkey’s now on the menu–

And what did the Wampanoag guests bring to the potluck? Five deer.

So in tribute to our history and our holiday, Quiessence presents a menu rooted in American tradition: Turkey, Venison, & Lobster is what’s for dinner! Click to view our HOLIDAY MENU (complete with all the holiday classics)

There are only a few seats left for Thanksgiving Day….make your reservation today!

TO BOOK:

Call (602)276-0601 or Click Here

Click on the link to check out History.com’s fact sheet about

The First Thanksgiving

Arizona’s parks need our help!

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010

When the temps reach 120+ degrees in Phoenix, we head for the hills. But what happens when state budget problems force the closure of our treasured natural sanctuaries? As always, our fearless friends at Arizona Highways Magazine are stepping up to the plate to keep our state’s parks open for everyone to enjoy.With the purchase of any $24 subscription to Arizona Highways Magazine, a $5 donation will directly support our state parks. You can even direct your funds to a specific state park!

Watch a video of editor Robert Stieve and see ways you can help!

Stargaze at The Farm – Annual meteor shower makes magic

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Make a wish and it might just come true! This week, the globe delights in the annual Perseid meteor shower. Reserve dinner at Quiessence Restaurant & Wine Bar and you might catch a glimpse of falling stars, adding to the charm of an evening at The Farm. Call (602) 276-0601.


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