Wednesday, November 18 – Tequila!
Tonight will be a stationed event with four different food stations, each paired with a perfectly matched tequila cocktail. The tequila we are featuring is Maestro Dobel. Emilie will be here from Youngs Market to explain the nuances of each tequila.
Silver tequila – Cadillac margarita: Seafood ceviche in endive cups with a spiced kiwi sauce
Reposado – Reposado zing zang: Corn meal crusted braised duck and manchego cheese chili Relleno with fire roasted tomatillo sauce
Anejo – Tequila old fashioned: Open faced pork carnita tamale on seared queso fresco masa rounds with avocado sour cream, pickled red onions, roasted tomatoes, roasted poblanos and cilantro
Diamante – Tequila champagne: Orange infused Mexican chocolate pot de crème with whipped cream
Tickets to this brand new event are $45 inclusive of food, cocktails, tax and gratuity. Event begins at 5:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale October 28 at 9:00 a.m. in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse foyer.
Thursday, November 26 – Thanksgiving
Join us in the Vistas for Thanksgiving Dinner from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Call 825-3048 x100 or 825-1885 today.
Soup and Salad
Mixed salad with craisins, pecans, feta and red onion with ranch or balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted pumpkin bisque with cinnamon crema
Carving Station
Slow roasted turkey (white and dark meat)
Glazed pit ham
Sides
Herb mashed red potatoes
Gravy
Sautéed green beans
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Sweet potato au gratin
Sage stuffing
Cranberry sauce
Dessert
Pumpkin pie
Pecan pie
$23 ++ $11 ++ (6 to 12 years). Five and under FREE. *Meal includes non-alcoholic beverages*
Wishing all a very Happy Thanksgiving and hope that you can join us!
Thursday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
Back by popular demand, The Retro Rockets will be rocking the clubhouse to ring in the New Year. Join us for what promises to be a rousing evening! Bring in the New Year close to home with a live band!
The evening starts with Chef’s Choice passed appetizers at 7:30 p.m. followed by plated dinner at 8:30 p.m.
First Course
Mixed green salad with Pomegranate seeds, pears, goat cheese and walnuts. Choice of ranch or ginger-honey vinaigrette.
Second Course
Slow roasted beef tenderloin with porcini mushroom demi-glace, pancetta-gruyere loaded Hasselback potatoes and grilled asparagus
Or
Pan seared jumbo day boat scallops with lobster broth, prosciutto-leek relish over a lemon and chive risotto cake.
Third Course
Chocolate lava cake with salted caramel sauce
Celebrate with a champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight in Arizona, not midnight in New York! Cocktail attire, with black tie optional. Tickets are $70 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity and go on sale November 18 at 2:00 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse foyer. Please be prepared to make your entree selection at time of ticket purchase. Seating will be limited to 180 in the dining room. Additional seating areas will be available. Put November 18 on your calendar today!
Monday, January 25 – The Arizona Opry
Join us for a fun filled evening at the annual Opry Rock and Roll show. The menu is slow-cooked beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, chicken on wild rice, vegetable medley, whole wheat roll and butter and chocolate cake for dessert. Beef and chicken will be served on every plate. Coffee and lemonade are included; beer, wine and soda are available to purchase. Ice cream sundaes and root beer floats available for purchase at intermission. Depart SaddleBrooke at 4:15 p.m. for a 6:30 p.m. dinner and a 7:30 p.m. show. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Depart Apache Junction immediately after the show. Price is $59 per person and includes transportation, dinner, show and all gratuities. Tickets go on sale December 2 at 9:00 a.m. in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse foyer.
Thursday, January 28 – Barrett Jackson Car Show
The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company is well known for being the premiere classic car auction company in the United States. Even the most serious collector will find enticements in the form of some of the most exclusive vehicles available at auction. Featured are more than 1,100 collector and special interest automobiles from all years being auctioned off at No Reserve, as well as daily “automobilia” auctions. Over 350 vendors and exhibitors will also be on hand.
The buses will depart from the Bocce Court at 8:00 a.m. You will leave Scottsdale at 4:00 p.m. to return to SaddleBrooke. Lunch is on your own (food available on-site). Price is $24 per person and includes transportation and driver gratuity. It does not include admission to the car show/auction. Bus only tickets go on sale December 9 at 9:00 a.m. in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse foyer. You can purchase your entrance tickets at http://www.barrett-jackson.com/tickets/ or at the box office the day of the show.
Wednesday, February 10 – Annual Gem Show Trip
Join us for a day of oohs, aahs and shopping! We will be going to the Pueblo Gem and Mineral Show at the Riverpark Inn, a site chosen because of its diversity of offerings to both the seasoned jeweler and those who just enjoy purchasing and wearing lovely trinkets. There are over 200 booths representing countries from around the world, all offering magnificent finished pieces, stones and materials to fit every budget.
The bus will depart from the Bocce Court at 8:30 a.m. and will leave the driver-designated location at approximately 4:00 p.m. A member of the SaddleBrooke Silversmith and Lapidary Club will be on the bus to give pointers, suggestions and guidance. Price is $24 per person and includes transportation and driver gratuity. Lunch is on your own. Tickets go on sale January 6 at 9:00 a.m. in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse foyer.
Friday, February 12 – Tubac Festival of the Arts
Don’t drive to one of the best festivals Tubac has to offer! Reserve a seat on a comfortable, all-service bus and enjoy the ride with friends and neighbors! For over 50 years this has been the popular “go to” event. It is Arizona’s longest running art festival, featuring visiting artists from around the country. There will be food, music, horse drawn trolleys and plenty of fun! Also, all of the wonderful shops in Tubac will be open for your shopping pleasure.
The bus will leave the Bocce Court at 8:00 a.m. and depart Tubac at 3:00 p.m. Price is $24 per person and includes transportation and driver gratuity. Lunch is on your own. Tickets go on sale January 13 at 9:00 a.m. in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse foyer.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.