Block and Butcher is a wonderful find and a fabulous neighborhood Gem!…read moreDonna gave exquisite service, charming, love her energy and smile. Gabe was very attentive as well. Janine the owner is so kind, informative and accommodating. This little place is the size of a duck, but it has the heart of a bison. I absolutely love all of the variety of meat they carry. From Poultry, bison, veal, pork, duck, chicken, fish, shrimp, salmon, lobster and fresh steaks. They also carry flavored salts, spices, and plenty of pick up items to choose from it has now become my newest and greatest little butcher. I honestly cannot wait to go back. I WOULD RECOMMEND

Discovered this local place a few years ago. Was looking for a tomahawk steak and every place…read morenearby was sold old. Ordered the steak online and Brent was very easy to work with and kept in contact about when the steak would be available for pick up. They also carry other local items like Voodoo Ranger cheese and Bad Dog salsa. They even have candy sticks, cotton candy, flavored popcorn and other sweets. Competitive prices, great selection and outstanding service.

Last night's dinner was the Kurobuta two bone pork chops, cooked to medium, with Caesar salads at…read morehome. They were as delicious as the Prime filets. Completely agree with PAUL and Colleen, that they are the 'Wagyu of pork.' We will definitely have them again soon. Leftovers with apple pancakes for breakfast too. Wow a great new experience. Grateful!

We went here the other day and really enjoyed the store!…read more They have a nice selection of meats, fish and seasonings. The founders were there and were very nice and ready to help answer any questions we had. I love that that have boxes of meat options/deals! We got a 10-pack of Ribeyes boxed up at a great deal. We also got bone marrow, which was delicious! I'll definitely be back to try more from here!

We had a little event at our home with a speaker. I wanted to serve an appetizer and drinks but…read moredidn't want to have to spend a lot of time preparing food. (Not my forte!). I decided to look online to see who could make a charcuterie board for me. And lucky for me XOXO Charcuterie came up in my search. I went to the website and saw the most adorable charcuterie boats...single portions!! OMG! That was perfect. People came in, grabbed a "boat", a drink and found a seat and settled down to listen to our speaker. But, back to the "boats". It was super easy to order them online. A quick text to check the date with Masha and after she gave me the go ahead, I just ordered them on her website. The best part? They delivered them at precisely the time she said they would! And, not only were they charming to look at, but they were delicious. Everyone loved them. They looked exactly like they looked on the website. I would highly recommend using XOXO CHARCUTERIE and I'm looking forward to contacting XOXO for our next event.

Charcuterie boards have become part of our annual Thanksgiving meal tradition... We tend to have a…read morelong cocktail hour and charcuterie boards are perfect for guests to nosh on during this time. So instead of preparing this year's charcuterie board myself, I splurged and had XOXO create a masterpiece instead... and it was a hit! The ordering on the website was easy enough and after some texting back and forth, I had clear direction on the pick-up time too. It was ready upon arrival and it was beautiful and extremely tasty. The board and all of the ingredients were high quality. Our guests were pleased and so was I! I ate leftovers for days after the holiday too as there was plenty of meats, cheeses, honey, fresh fruit, dry fruit, nuts and more... The board was indeed a masterpiece and it came with great little serving utensils as well. I highly recommend XOXO and look forward to using them again in the future!

So much has changed with the Queen Creek Olive Mill since I first reviewed it many years ago…read more Superstition Coffee cafe is no longer there. That section has been replaced with the Olive Mill's service bar. The retail shop has expanded - still the oils and vinegars that we know and love, but also other dry sundries like pasta, spices and seasonings. There's a little deli area with loaves of bread, focaccia, fresh cheese. And there's the spa merch - for soaps, balms, and the like. They still offer tours as well. The food is still outstanding. There is a lot of seating inside and out. But it does get VERY BUSY, so yes- during peak brunch hours it can be very hard to find a table. I don't go often enough, but love it every time I go.

Since we moved to QC we have been loving the olive mill! The staff is so friendly and always…read morewelcoming! The food is delicious and they have a variety so something for everyone! Their pizzas are BOMB! Don't forget to grab some fresh sourdough or other types of bread they have. In addition , I would highly encourage grabbing some of their homemade soups! The outside area has live music playing sometimes and it's a great place to get together with kids since it's so open and allows you to choose sit around a bunch of people or go off into a more secluded area. Another thing we did before moving here when we visited was did the olive tour where they give you a lesson on olive and olive oil! Very interesting if you love olive oil and cooking! This gem is definitely a highlight in this area for a good kick back, with good food, good vibes, and fresh air! Bonus, they have motorcycle parking

I recently discovered a service Phoenix Microgreens offers online called AZ Market to Door. What a…read morefabulous idea and of course they showcase their greens. Microgreens are certainly fun and there is a discount code to avoid the surcharge if you take one of their microgreens which is a fair deal I think (I just wish sometimes I could switch the micro greens out for leaf lettuces or something). All products I have ordered so far are super fresh and the offerings are always changing (so it keeps it interesting). There are so many local products I have discovered since trying out this service - I hope they keep doing it even when we don't have to worry about COVID. I love going to the market, but I also love having my goodies delivered because I don't always have time to go all the way to the market and parking and crowds can also be a hassle too! They have everything you could imagine from eggs, yogurt, pasta sauce, greens, croissants, salsa, chips and so on. I highly recommend you check them out on instagram @azmarkettodoor

These Microgreens are the best! My wife and I put them on salads, in soup, and even just snack on…read morethem! We are HOOKED!!!

Cute French themed bakery located in Scottsdale with a lot of food options. The service was…read morephenomenal and the cashier had a distinct french accent. There are tables inside the restaurant and outside of the restaurant. While it was hot outside (in the 90s) the shade and wind made it extremely comfortable to sit outside. The bakery itself was extremely cute and new bakery items were consistently being brought out and restocked. I came with my (extremely picky) mom and she really enjoyed Paris Rendez-Vous. We both got the Ham and Cheese Croissant to stay, it had bechemal sauce inside of the sandwhich adding a nice creaminess. The to stay dish does cost a few dollars more than the to go dish. This is because you are served and also it comes with a light salad with Italian dressing. The salad was a nice addition to the sandwhich, it added the perfect amount of freshness. My mom got an apricot cheese danish to go, and she wishes she would have grabbed 3 more, she is insistent that they are the best vanishes that she has ever had in Arizona...so I would recommend checking that out. Overall it was a nice and quiet brunch spot, that I would definitely classify as a hidden gem in Scottsdale. I recommend checking it out.

Out of this world pastry... the cruffins are delicious. Beautiful and clean store…read more Dawn P Scottsdale

This location was actually super quiet when I stopped by around 1 PM on a weekday, which made…read moreshopping really easy and stress-free. The store felt really spacious and clean too. There's mainly one aisle for the random fun finds like toys, kitchenware, and home stuff, but the freezer section had sooo many options. It's mostly self-checkout with one cashier at the front helping out. I didn't have a quarter for a cart, so I just tossed everything into my insulated bag while shopping and kept it open the whole time so it didn't look suspicious lol. And honestly... the internet was right. I managed to get at least a week's worth of snacks and lunch foods for under $50, which felt kind of unreal. I also did a little research beforehand on the cleaner ingredient options, and there were actually some really good finds. Plus there's plenty of parking outside, which is always a win.

When this ALDI location opened up, I went with my wife for their grand opening. I now get weekly…read moreads for them, and while the doorbuster items are great, I rarely go for the deals as most items are less expensive at Fry's or Safeway. At the same time, this location is closer to me than my nearest Fry's or Safeway, and if I just need a particular item, I may still head over to ALDI. I was there this past week, when I needed a few canned goods quickly for a canned food drive at work as well as some milk for home. I got in and out very quickly. ALDI is known for everyday low prices on quality groceries and home goods. They have fresh meat and seafood, produce, pre-made deli items, baked goods, frozen treats, and more. You can order online for curbside pickup or grocery delivery. You can get a cart to use for a quarter and when you return it, you get your quarter back. They are open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM. They accept payment through credit cards, cash, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and contactless payment. You can learn more about this particular store at https://info.aldi.us/stores/l/az/phoenix/4553-e-cactus-road/fc34. The store isn't too big but they have the basics. Bring a reusable bag to use or be prepared to pay for plastic bags at the store. Unlike the shopping cart, you won't get money back when you're done using the bags; however, if you have a pet to pick up after, the bags could be useful. I do appreciate the wide aisles as it is easy to navigate other people if it happens to be busy on a given day. But I do recommend also checking out their shopping ads in advance (again in case there are items advertised as on sale or their door busters). While this isn't my usual shopping option, I would still occasionally find myself in ALDI for a pleasant experience.

Authentic Italian great taste fresh ingredients I ordered a…read moremortadella with stracciatella cheese and arugula yummy. The chef acknowledged me I highly recommend this place

Enjoyed the authentic Italian flavors here. Everything was fresh and beautifully presented.read more