Cooks and Corks, a celebration of local cuisine, wine and the arts is set to return for its 4th year at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North on Friday, November 11, 2016.

Hosted by The Scottsdale League for the Arts (SLA) and presented by Earnhardt Cadillac, the event will feature Arizona’s top local chefs and a one -of- a- kind collection of winemakers. Along with fine spirits and craft beers sponsored by Hensley Beverage Company, guests will indulge in a true culinary celebration under the stars.

To kick things off, Sassy & The Sneak Attack will have guests grooving with electrifying vocals plus high energy disco, rock and funk music. Then, get crafty with activities by Pinspiration or strike a pose with Photobooth9. Guest can also check out the silent auction packed with amazing gifts from local restaurants and retailers.

Cooks and Corks will take place on Veteran’s Day this year and will include a 50/50 raffle benefiting a local veteran arts organization.

“Cooks and Corks is the official kick off of our event season at the League. Every penny raised from this and all of our events goes to support art programs in our community, and this year, I’m honored to have the chance to support our local Veterans.” said Dan Bowman, president, Scottsdale League for the Arts.

General Admission | $125

VIP Mix & Mingle | $175
includes:
Special Happy Hour from 5:30-6:30 with a champagne welcome
VIP only hors d’oeuvres
Early entrance into event
VIP Lounge Area during event
Special VIP only giveaway bags
Elite Restaurants 1-Year Platinum Membership

This year’s Cooks and Corks culinary talent features a long list of award winning and widely celebrated local chefs including so far:

Mel Mecinas, Talavera Restaurant, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale
Joey Cavaretta, Proof, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale Country Velador, Super Chunk Sweets & Treats
Rick Boyer, The Phoenician Resort, Scottsdale
Forest Hamrick, Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar at Fairmont Scottsdale
Derek Biazo, Deseo at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Jeremy Pacheco, The Hermosa Inn & LON's
Todd Allison, T. Cook's Restaurant at Royal Palms Resort and Spa
Matt Carter, Zinc Bistro
Eva Zasimovich, Sweets Unlimited
Phillip Keppler, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Marcos Seville, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
Joseph Castillo, Sushi Roku Scottsdale

For vino lovers our wine list features a selection of favorites from wineries including:

Cellar 433
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery
Quintessential Wines
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

Special thanks to our sponsors: Earnhardt Cadillac, The Four Seasons, Hensley Beverage Co, Drewett Works, Elite Restaurants, Jalapeno Inferno, DryBar, Glamour & Woods, Pinspiration, Fiori Floral, Photobooth9 and Sofia sparkling wine for helping to make this event possible.

Cooks and Corks will be located at the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, 10600 E Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85262. Patrons are encouraged to come dressed in cocktail attire and bear in mind this is an outdoor event, some guests may wish to bring a light jacket. Complimentary valet parking with be available at check in in front of the hotel lobby. For more information, visit: www.cooksandcorks.org.

All net proceeds raised will support the non-profit Scottsdale League for the Arts in its effort to promote arts and arts education organizations in the Phoenix metropolitan area, via annual fundraisers such as the Scottsdale Culinary Festival and The Friends of James Beard Benefit Dinner. Since 2002, the League has contributed more than $4 million to numerous organizations such as Ballet Arizona, Childsplay, and Free Arts of Arizona.

Visit www.cooksandcorks.org to learn more