SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (November 16, 2010) – The Phoenician captures the spirit of the holidays with a variety of delectable offerings for area residents and visitors to the Grand Canyon State.  From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, family and friends can continue or begin new traditions while enjoying the AAA Five Diamond experience provided by Arizona’s premier resort destination.  For more information and reservations, visit www.thephoenician.com, or call (480) 423-2530:

Traditional Thanksgiving Brunch Buffet – November 25

10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the new, state-of-the-art Camelback Ballroom

Pricing:  $89 per adult; $44.50 for children 3-12 years of age (children under 3 years of age complimentary)

Featuring carved turkey breast, butternut squash stuffing, sweet potato casserole, giblet gravy and cranberry sauce, prime rib of beef and a tamale station; breakfast favorites including scrambled eggs and omelets, waffles and French toast; seafood offerings including a raw bar and smoked/cured fish; complemented by a selection of breakfast pastries and desserts.  Also featuring Mumm Sparkling Wine.

Holiday Tea – December 1-January 1*

1:30 p.m.-3 p.m. in The Phoenician Tea Court

Pricing:  $55 per person

Featuring a variety of finger sandwiches, fresh-baked scones with Devonshire cream and strawberry preserves, pastries, unlimited champagne and a diverse selection of premium tea blends – all accompanied by a live pianist and presented in a festive, holiday atmosphere.

Breakfast with Santa – December 11 and December 18

9 a.m.-12 p.m. each day in the new, state-of-the-art Camelback Ballroom

Pricing:  $45 for adults; $30 for children ages 3-12

The menu features French toast, waffles, chocolate-chip pancakes, Danish, mini bagels, scrambled eggs, fresh fruits and granola yogurt parfaits.

Includes:  Commemorative digital photo with Arizona’s authentic Old Saint Nick; cookie decorating and holiday movies on the big screens.

Traditional Christmas Brunch Buffet – December 25

10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the new, state-of-the-art Camelback Ballroom

Pricing:  $89 for adults; $44.50 for children 3-12 years of age (children under 3 years of age complimentary)

Featuring carved turkey breast with foie gras gravy, apple and chestnut stuffing, New York strip steak, potato gnocchi, Paninis, eggs Benedict, malted sweet potato waffles, caviar, sushi, antipasti and a selection of breakfast pastries and desserts.  Also featuring Mumm Sparkling Wine.

New Year’s Eve Party – December 31

7 p.m.-1 a.m. at Relish Burger Bistro

Pricing:  $55 per person

Featuring special appetizers, house margaritas, wine and beer on draft, as well as live entertainment.

Other seasonal treasures include:

J&G Steakhouse

From renowned Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, the premier restaurant offers a full a la carte and fall prix fixe menu. Open Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas night.  Call (480) 214-8000 for reservations.

Phoenician Gingerbread House

Visit one of the largest gingerbread houses in the Valley of the Sun, designed by Executive Pastry Chef Roy Pell and The Phoenician Pastry Team.  Requiring approximately 250 hours to produce, the confectionery creation features 500 pounds of gingerbread, 210 pounds of flour and 108 pounds of sugar.  The Phoenician Gingerbread House is on display to the general public in the resort’s main lobby November 25 through January 1.  Admission is free.

The Thirsty Camel

Enjoy one of the best views in the valley from the lobby lounge and terrace, featuring a sushi bar and chocolate buffet on December 31 to accompany the resort’s renowned wine list and largest vodka collection in Arizona.

Grape & Grain

Looking for an exclusive holiday gift for someone special?  Stop by the Grape & Grain and select from The Phoenician’s award-winning collection of international wines, spirits and beers.  Specialties include the resort’s limited edition private label tequila, and Santa Margherita Prosecco — for creating The Phoenician’s signature Bellinis at home.  Shipping is available.

Located at the base of Camelback Mountain, the 250-acre Phoenician offers two exquisite experiences – a 583-room AAA Five Diamond luxury resort hotel and an exclusive Five Diamond boutique hotel, The Canyon Suites — at one magnificent destination.  The property features elegant, residential-style accommodations, distinctive and tantalizing cuisine across such restaurants as Il Terrazzo, J&G Steakhouse and Relish Burger Bistro, a championship golf course, 11 tennis courts, The Centre for Well-Being and Salon Mila spa complex, an activities program for all ages and interests, numerous boutique shops, a $25 million art collection and the new 15,000 square-foot Camelback Ballroom.  In addition to these offerings, the stylish 60-room Canyon Suites provides more intimate surroundings and enhanced services, creating an atmosphere of uncompromising splendor.  Both The Phoenician and The Canyon Suites are owned and operated by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., as part of The Luxury Collection. For additional information, please call (480) 941-8200; (800) 888-8234 or visit www.thephoenician.com.

*Closed New Year’s Eve

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