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8701 EAST LINCOLN DRIVE - SCOTTSDALE THIS HOME EXUDES CHARM THE MINUTE YOU WALK IN

Enjoy the spacious kitchen overlooking the dining room, flat cooktop, and plenty ofroom at the breakfast bar. Newer bamboo floors add warmth to the home. Enjoyspending afternoons in the backyard with a large covered patio, lush landscapingincluding mature palm trees, and sparkling diving pool. Home is move-in readyand just minutes from fine dining, shopping, and the Loop 101. Not to be missed!!!

9646 E. CELTIC DR. - SCOTTSDALEUNBELIEVABLE REMODEL AT AN EVEN MORE UNBELIVABLE PRICE

Everything in this home was designed by a professional decorator and it shows.Magnificent travertine floors throughout with accents. Enormous gourmet kitchenwith granite and S.S. appls. Family room with vaulted ceilings and media wall.Wondeful floorplan with master suite downstairs complete with remodeled bathplus large garden tub and shower. Spectacular bckyrd has pebble tec pool andwaterfall.

10552 E. BELLA VISTA DRIVE BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME

Split floorplan with large windows throughout provides a sense of warmth.Spacious formal living room is perfect for entertaining. Remodeled gourmetkitchen adjacent to living room has new cabs, exquisite travertine countertops,island, and S.S. appls. Spa-style master bath is outstanding with garden tub sur-rounded by travertine tiles laid on the horizontal. Home is close proximity tobike/walk paths, A.J.’s, and Loop 101.

9835 NORTH 96TH PLACE - SCOTTSDALE GORGEOUS REMODELED HOME LOCATED IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

Large open kitchen with granite, S.S. appliances, breakfast bar, and pendant light-ing. Dynamic formal living adjacent to formal dining with backyard access. MasterBR is to die for with sitting room, fireplace, and huge garden tub with travertine.Enjoy the loft/office in addition to the guest quarters both upstairs and down.Enormous backyard with pool and spa, built-in BBQ, and water feature. This is it!!!

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Striking combination of new wood and travertine floors. Spacious kitchen with warm-toned granite countertops, Sub-Zero refrig and wet-bar. Living room showcases 15 ftstone fireplace with designer paint. Luxurious master bath with jetted tub, walk-inshower, and expertly cut travertine with stone accent trim. Spectacular backyard withpebble-tech pool, built-in BBQ, and covered patio. The list of feautures is exhausting.

9939 E. BAYVIEW DR. - SCOTTSDALE SPECTACULAR WATERFRONT ESTATE IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE

Estate is currently going thru a massive transformation. Interior walls are being fin-ished with a smooth texture giving the home a modern flair. Dynamic floorplan withbreathtaking grand foyer entry. Impressive water views from nearly every room.Fully remodeled kitchen with island, granite, and S.S. Viking appls. Transformationincludes wine cellar, stone accents, canterra stone patio, and BBQ. JustAwesome.

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McCormick Ranch Lifestyle

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In Every Issue:

Market Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Ranch Botanical Series . . . . . . .10

Resident Recipe . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Four Legged Ranchers . . . . . .20

Table of

Contents

Features:Resort Report: Local Summer Specials . . . .6

The Taste of Scottsdale Culinary Institute .14

Vacation Safety Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Local Business Highlights:

Husband’s Truck & Auto Repair 12

The Edge on Wellness . . . . . . . .16

MyDoctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

McCormick Ranch Lifestyle 5

From the EditorLetter

As I sit here appreciating the last few weeks of refreshing morning air, I contemplate the state of our union. I know, it's controversial to speak about politicsand religion, but it's hard to deny these interesting times. As a Generation X-er, I have to admit that this is the first presidential election to really grab my interest. Not only is it historical, but it comes at such a critical time with rising oil prices,global warming, our need for better healthcare, education... the list goes on.

In the last issue, I asked residents to share their views about things happening inthe community. Whether you like or dislike the new entrance on McCormick Parkway,we all have opinions. My only “agenda” is to keep our community informed on localsubjects of interest and things happening at our back door. For example, have youheard about the Super Target scheduled to open just off the 101 and Via de Venturanext year? As a serious Target shopper, I'm both thrilled and concerned about how itwill affect traffic in this area.

Unlike many of you who are planning a reprieve from the coming heat, I will spendthe summer tucked indoors with a new bundle of joy. Shaping his experience is mymost important job, but I'm grateful for the opportunity to contribute to this wonderfullittle part of our world called home.

Enjoy a safe summer,

Alexandra Duemer

6 Summer 2008

Millenium ResortOur $100 for $100 Package includes $100 worth of

food and beverage credit for each night of your stay.Use your credit at our acclaimed Pinon Grill, lakefrontDiamondbacks Bar & Grill, poolside Cool CoyoteCabana Bar -- even room service!

Explore Camelback Lake by canoe, or paddleboat;then take advantage or our bicycles, fishing poles,beautifully remodeled swimming pool, fitness center,and tennis & all sand volleyball courts.

For reservations call 1 800 243 1332 or 480 9485050.

*Room rates from $100. Valid May 17-September 16, 2008, subject toavailability. Excludes tax and daily $10.07 resort fee. Food and beverage credit

cannot be used as gratuity. Not applicable with any other package or promotion.

Hyatt RegencyThere’s summer fun for everyone at the Hyatt

Regency Scottsdale Resort. It all starts with ourSummer Values Package, which includes rates from$199, and a $50 daily resort credit good for food andbeverage, fun at Camp Hyatt, or pampering at SpaAvania. If golf is your family’s game, kids play free atGainey Ranch Golf Club when playing with a paying

adult. Summer favorites like our “Dive-In” movies andbeach and pool activities are all complimentary. Add inour 2.5-acre water playground, sand beach, golf andtennis, and you have everything you’ll need for asummer of family values. Offer valid June 1-September7, 2008.

Make reservations today by calling toll free 800 55 HYATT, or visit us on the web atwww.scottsdale.hyatt.com.

Scottsdale Plaza ResortSun, Fun & Free Food Summer Getaway Special

(June 5-Sept. 7, 2008)Stay for $129 per room, per night & receive $100 in

spa & food and beverage credit for everyday of yourstay. This $100 credit is redeemable at any of theresort’s restaurants, bars and poolside cafes includingfine dining at the award-winning Remington’s Restaurantand Lounge. Or, you may redeem the credit for any spatreatments in our newly renovated The Salon & Day Spa.

Room upgrades for villas, patio and bi-level suitesstart at an additional $30 per room, per night. A latecheck-out is also available for people who wish to

Resort Report Enjoy these summer specials at our local resorts and clubs!


extend their “lounging” time by the pool.Please call 480-948-5000 for more details and

reservations. Monday Girlfriend Getaway This exceptional offer includes a 50% discount on all

treatments and services that are offered in our newlyrenovated The Salon and Day Spa. All salon and spaproducts will also be discounted 25%, so call 480-951-5150 to book your treatments now!

McCormick Ranch Golf ClubRates June 1-September 11, 2008:18-holes $55 per person9-holes (before 8:00am) $33 per person Twi-Lite (after 11:00am daily) $33 per personAfter 4:00pm $29 per person

Note: Golf course closes at 7:00pm. All fees perperson, plus sales tax.

Golf Memberships:Individual (7) day membership fee $900.00 plus

tax ($20.00) cart fee required per member per roundoffered June 1, 2008 through October 31, 2008

2008 Summer Golf Camp open to boys and girls ofany ability ages 6-17: June and July sessions $100.00per Junior per session.

Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club The Summer Escape Package features a

complimentary cocktail, 10% off of all Eurasia Spatreatments, and $25 in OC SEVEN Restaurant & Barcredit along with free fitness classes, unlimited tenniscourt time and childcare. Available June 1-Sept. 14,2008. Rates start as low as $79 per night for a standardguest room and $99 for a suite.

For more information, visitwww.scottsdaleresortandathleticclub.com or call480-991-1571. MCRL

8 Summer 2008

The real estate market has taken a back seat to evergrowing concerns over the national economy. The secondreading of GDP growth in the 4th quarter of last year wasessentially unchanged at 0.6% increase in growth. In thefirst half of 2008, the economy will experience virtually nogrowth, but there is a light at the end of the economic darktunnel. It is forecasted that the economy will grow byapproximately 2% in the second half of this year. Much ofthe growth in the economy will be a result of the 2008economic stimulus package. The package contains over$100 billion in tax rebates. These rebates should begin toreach tax payers by early summer. This newest tax cut ismore than twice as high as a similar rebate passed in2001. Research conducted in past rebates indicates thatconsumers have a propensity to spend out of those taxrebates between 40 to 50 cents on every dollar. All of thistranslates into additional consumer spending of $60 to $80billion in the second half of this year.

Many individuals place blame on the downturn in thereal estate market for the sagging economy, which is notentirely true. Oil prices have recently taken center stage inmedia reporting and consumer concerns. The stimuluspackage is aimed at offsetting the outrageously high oilprices and the collapsing stock market values directlyhurting consumers and investors. Currently the price of oilis approximately $104 dollars per barrel, which is directlyaffecting consumer spending. Just 10 years ago the priceof a barrel of oil was only $20. When the price of oil rises itacts as a tax placed on consumers reducing the amountof money that can either be spent on more enjoyable itemsand activities or contributions to saving accounts andother investment vehicles.

Little change is expected to occur within existing homesales over the next few months, but this trend is expectedto change noticeably in the second half of the yearaccording to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, says, “Existinghomes sales could start to show a sustained increasewithin a few months, unless there are some additionaleconomic problems or excessive inflationary pressure.”

Pent-up demand is expected to occur within thesecond half of this year resulting in rising sales andstrengthening of the market through decline in existinginventory levels. The national median home price will fall inthe first half of the year but will rebound in the second half.The median price for the year will fall approximately 1%,which is a respectable improvement over the 1.4% drop

Currently

For SaleMarket

AnalysisAddress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .List PriceSq.Ft. / Bed / Bath

7605 N. Via Del Paraiso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$439,000 1642/3/2

8337 E. Quarterhorse Trl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$445,0002191/4/2

8036 E. Del Cristal Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$553,0002114/3/2

10249 N. 87th St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$624,5002283/3/2

8049 E. Del Mercurio Dr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..$667,0002903/4/3

8344 E. San Ricardo Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$675,0003290/4/3

8420 E. Mustang Trl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$779,0002900/4/3

8101 E. Del Joya Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$784,9992564/4/4

9220 N. 82nd St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$849,9992763/4/2.5

8931 N. 86 St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,039,9993487/4/3

8201 E. Del Cristal Dv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,275,0003395/4/2.5

Homes Under Contract8013 E. Del Tesoro Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$775,0002668/3/2

Homes Sold7062 N. Via De La Campana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$398,0001908/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$371,000 Sold - 4/07/08

8714 E. San Marino Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$569,0001985/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$559,000 Sold - 11/27/07

8560 E. San Felipe Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$575,0002168/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$550,000 Sold - 12/05/07

8724 E. Via De La Luna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$575,0002550/4/2.5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$540,000 Sold - 2/25/08

8756 E. San Vicente Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$575,0002332/4/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$512,500 Sold - 3/19/08

8025 E. Del Rubi Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$599,9001723/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$565,000 Sold - 10/15/07

8832 N. 85th Pl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$625,0002109/3/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$600,000 Sold - 9/19/07

8708 E. San Lorenzo Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$749,9002660/4/2.5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$711,265 Sold - 3/18/08

8113 E. Del Joya Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$779,000 2903/4/3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$759,000 Sold - 6/29/07


experienced last year. As with any average there will beconsiderable variations among local markets across thecountry. The Northeast region is likely to be the first regionto show signs of stabilization followed by strengthening ofhousing market conditions. The West region will likely trailbehind the developments of the Northeast region,however, the West region could surprise the market on theupside. One interesting aspect of the current housingcycle is the pace of the price declines in some localmarkets, which has the ability to significantly improveaffordability conditions in a short time. Currently homeprices are falling at or near double digit levels inCalifornia, Nevada, and Arizona. A sudden quickadjustment for home prices might be just the thingneeded to induce buyers back into these markets.Consider that even despite the fact that a housing marketslump has occurred, jobs have been created over thepast two years resulting in much needed pent updemand.

Activity in new home sales will continue to decline thisyear. This trend is due to the fact that there are fewer newhomes being built. Single-family housing starts havedeclined by more than 50% over the past two years.Based on housing permits, which act as a reliableindicator of upcoming housing starts, new homeconstruction will fall further over the remaining year.

Despite the fact that prices continue to decline inScottsdale, many realtors are encouraged by a decline ininventory and a pickup in pending sales. The Northeastvalley has seen nearly 50% increase in pending salessince January. As of April 4th there were 2,654 listings ofexisting Scottsdale homes priced under $1 million, down1% from the previous week. That creates an existing homeinventory of 12 ? months in the market, which is betterthan most areas of the valley. The median price last monthfor a home in north Scottsdale was $605,000, up 5%from February, but down 15% from a year ago.Condominiums and townhomes within the Scottsdalemarket have not experienced the same trend as singlefamily homes, however. Sales within this sector were down45% and median price slipped 11% to $236,750. Overall, the market is beginning to show signs ofstabilization making this an ideal time to purchase a homeand benefit from acquiring a home at the bottom of acurve before prices begin to increase in the monthsahead.

by Azroy Salim

MCRL

10 Summer 2008

Ranch Botanical:

Jacaranda

Native of tropical regions in Central and South America,this impressive tree fills with lavender flower clusters inMay. It requires moderate water, well-drained soil andfull sun. The evergreen grows 25-50 feet tall and hasfern-like leaves.

PersonalitiesThe most important part of a community is itspeople. Over the past year we've had theprivilege of interviewing residents like MaryManross, Marshall Trimble and PatriciaStillman. But there are many more of you outthere who have something interesting to share!Maybe you performed on Broadway or helpedpass an important Bill in Congress beforesetting roots on McCormick Ranch? If you'dlike to share your story in an upcoming issue,please email [email protected].

MCRL


Imagine yourself taking in the sun lakeside with aPrickly Pear Margarita while soaking in the views of Camelback Lake and the McDowell Mountains.Now imagine doing that with Chef Gary. That’sright, he’s put together some wonderful offeringshe’d like you to take advantage of.

• $20 off your check when two or more entrée’s purchased• Quarterly cooking class’s• Quarterly wine tastings• Special vodka and whiskey samplings & tastings• Wine dinner values that include private receptions

with the wine maker• Monthly news; recipes, updates on specialty events

and more• Holiday values for meals and resort guest rooms• Summer Value – rates from $100 for our $100 for

$100 package; pay $100 for your resort guestroom and receive $100 worth of food & beverage for each night of your stay. Call us for details.

Call 480-367-2422 to make reservations!

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and start enjoying all the benefits of GARY'S CLUB.

Resident Recipe

Peach Salsa

Ingredients:• 2 large peaches

• 1 small jicama, peeled

• Mint leaves

• Chives

• 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar

• 1 tablespoon walnut oil

• 1 green jalapeno pepper

• 1 red jalapeno pepper

• 1 yellow jalapeno pepper

• Juice of one lime

• Salt and black pepper

Peel peaches and cut into small chunks. Juliennejicama into small matchsticks. Roll mint leaves andcut into a chiffonade to make one teaspoonful.Mince chives to make one tablespoonful. Slicejalapenos very thinly. In a small bowl, add allingredients. Stir together and adjust seasonings.Serve with chips, grilled meat or just aboutanything!

Recipe courtesy of Julie Wood, Kitchen Classics, 4041 East Thomas Road,

Phoenix; (602) 954-8141.

To submit one of your

favorite recipes for our

next issue, please email

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Dale Husband was just 11 when his familymoved to Scottsdale from SouthernCalifornia in 1972. He says, "Back then theintersection of Pima and Shea had just aflashing red light to let you know there mightbe a car coming..."

Dale developed an interest in tinkering,fixing things and working on cars at an earlyage. He quickly graduated from fixing hisbrothers bikes to working at a gas stationand other shops in town. Dale startedHusband's Truck and Auto Repair to provideservice based on what the customer actuallyneeds, not trying to sell them on repairs thataren't necessary.

Truly family owned and operated, his wifeLaurie is often answering phones and filingwork orders while sons Jesse and Danperform oil changes, etc. The shop is set upto include a room where Jackie, theyoungest member of their family, can dohomework on days when they are stuck atthe shop.

When asked what was the one tip he'dlike to give new neighbors about thedifference they will find in the regularmaintenance of their vehicles here inArizona, Dale quickly responded: “It doesn'tmatter if you come from back East, theNortheast, the Southeast, the Midwest or theNorthwest. Where you could drive with anold battery for years elsewhere, here theheat kills batteries in no time. You need tocheck your battery more frequently."

According to Dale, the best thing aboutliving in Scottsdale this long is the feeling ofcommunity. Currently a member of theJaycees, Dale also plays racquetball, is amember of the Racquet Ball Association andcoaches kids baseball and t-ball teams.

So whether you’re a new neighbor or anold friend, if you haven't checked yourbattery in awhile, head over to Husband’sTruck & Auto Repair and let Dale check it outfor you.

If you're a car enthusiast, he alsorecommends a visit to the Classic Car Showevery Saturday from 4-8:30 pm by the Rock& Roll McDonald's located in the ScottsdalePavilions Shopping Center.

(480) 222-6777

Local Business Highlight

Husband’s Truck & Auto Repair

MCRL


Book CornerWith the warm weather here, it’s time to brush off the

lounge chairs and find a good book. Here are our Top 10suggestions for your summer reading:

THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN by Garth Stein.Meet Enzo, the unforgettable canine narrator of thisbittersweet and transformative story of family, love, andhope. Enzo is a philosopher with a nearly human soul, andhe's gained a wealth of knowledge from hours spent infront of the TV.

BRICK LANE by Monica Ali. Ali's gorgeous first noveltells the deeply moving story of one woman, Nazneen,born in a Bangladeshi village and transported to Londonat age 18 to enter into an arranged marriage.

CHILD 44 by Tom Rob Smith. In Stalin's Soviet Union,it's a crime against the State to suggest that a murderer -much less a serial killer - is in the midst of the populace.Exiled from his home, a war hero must find and stop acriminal that the State won't admit even exists.

LEGACY OF ASHES by Tim Weiner. For the last 60years, the CIA has managed to maintain a formidablereputation in spite of its terrible record. Now Pulitzer Prize-winning author Weiner offers the first definitive history ofthe CIA - and everything is on the record.

LOVING FRANK by Nancy Horan. This graceful,assured first novel tells the remarkable story of the long-lived affair between Frank Lloyd Wright, a passionate andimpossible figure, and Mamah Cheney, a married womanwhom Wright beguiled and led beyong the restraint ofconvention.

PHANTOM PREY by John Sandford. Lucas Davenporthas had disturbing cases before, but never one quite likethis. Filled with his brilliant trademark suspense, this novelif from the #1 New York Times -bestselling author.

SKELETONS AT THE FEAST by Chris A. Bohjalian.Capturing both the power and poignancy of romance andthe terror and tragedy of war, Bohjalian latest work puts amoving face on one of the 20th century's greatesttragedies.

WHAT NOW? by Ann Patchett. While grads may havelittle idea of what's coming next, there's great pleasure tobe found in not knowing and not having everythingdefined.

STOLEN INNOCENCE by Elissa Wall. In this shocking,timely, and inspirational memoir, Wall details her lifegrowing up in the polygamous Fundamentalist Latter DaySaints religious sect, being forced into an unwantedmarriage at the age of 14, and her courage to testifyagainst FLDS leader Warren Jeffs.

THE YIDDISH POLICEMEN’S UNION by MichaelChabon. The Pulitzer prize-winning author pens hishomage to the stylish menace of the 1940s noir, in a novelthat imagines if Alaska, not Israel, had become thehomeland for the Jews after World War II.Provided by Dennis Zambo, owner and managing partner of The

BOOK TREE, your local new and used paperback bookstore. MCRL

14 Summer 2008

Yes, I'll admit it, I'm a recovering Food Networkaddict.

It used to be that no matter what time of day, youcould find me taking a peek at Alton Brown and BarefootContessa's latest tips and secrets for culinary delights.LeCreuset is not an uncommon word in my house... andit seems I'm not alone. Over the past several years, theU.S. has experienced agrowing trend in thekitchen.

This trend has brought“rock star” status to chefsaround the country.Culinary schools, like theacclaimed ScottsdaleCulinary Institute (SCI) offHayden and CamelbackRd., are enjoyingnewfound interest withrecord attendance fromstudents nation wide. Theschool's three intensiveprograms, which includeculinary arts, patisserie &baking, hospitality &management, come with a price tagranging from $24,000 to $78,000 andpromise for opportunity.

Since I'm always looking to trynew restaurants, I jumped at thechance to indulge in a gourmetdining experience at L'Ecole just afew miles down the road. This Mobil3-star restaurant is run by SCIstudents of all levels during a threeweek class. The fact that studentscan maintain this honorary status onan ongoing basis is worthy of praisealone, but the contemporary Frenchfood is really what this is about.

Three and four course seasonalmenus are offered at the bargainprice of $20-35 per person (an $85value) depending on lunch or dinnerservice. These menus are created byreputable chefs like Clay Richardsonfrom the Four Seasons who's currentmenu includes dishes like Forest

Mushroom and Spinach Tart or Organic Poulet RougeBreast with Foie Gras, whipped potatoes & carrots inMadeira sauce.

Jon-Paul Hutchins, Executive Chef, has been with SCIsince 1992. He says, “Most of the students who comethrough here want to run or manage a restaurant, sowhen technique is taught, it's crucial to have the best

ingredients.” Some ofthese ingredientsinclude fresh seafoodflown in from Bostontwice a week, beeffrom the oldest strainof livestock in thecountry, heirloomtomatoes, artisancheeses like HumboldtFog (worth its weight ingold) and animpressive wine list.Certified sommelierscan also help you findjust the right pairing foryour meal choice.

Kristi Smith, leadinstructor at L'Ecole, with over 22years of restaurant experience, issincere when she emphasizes,“Everything is made fresh daily. Yourmeal is part of a class, but theexperience is that of a fine diningrestaurant.” Since 61% of peoplereturn to a restaurant for goodservice, the fact that L'Ecolerecommends reservations weeks inadvance speaks highly of their effortto satisfy patrons. It's also nice toknow that the 15% auto gratuity goestoward a scholarship fund for all,dare I say, “starving students”.

In 1999, SCI went from beingfamily owned to corporate ownedwhich allowed them to expandofferings and double the size of theirfacility. Hutchins, who came fromManhattan with restaurant andcatering experience, has found itvery rewarding to bring students

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from a state of hopelessness to hopefulness. Thepassion he has for his students is easy to see as theyopenly talk to him about their dreams of working on acruise ship or opening their own restaurant.

“We put students in the kitchen and teach them theskills that people are hiring,” says Hutchins. Some of thecore classes include: food history, nutrition, purchasing,bulk food preparation, display, baking and Internationalcuisine (34 countries in 2 weeks). The intensiveprogram includes rotating stations that range fromserving and preparing cherries jubilee tableside tosetting and clearing the table. Developing a critical eyeand understanding the importance of how every aspectof a restaurant flows together becomes key for students.With a 98% placement rate, which is number one in thecountry five years running, a degree from SCI is nolaughing matter.

Open Monday-Friday for lunch and dinner, comesavor the flavors of rising culinary stars who in years tocome may rank among award-winning alumni likeSilvana Salcido Esparza of Barrio Cafe in Phoenix orKevin Binkley of Binkley's in Carefree.

For reservations, please call 480-425-3018. MCRL

16 Summer 2008

At a time when the definition of “wellness” isevolving, The Edge on Wellness is providing a one-stop shop that fuses health and beauty. Located onthe northwest corner of 92nd Street and Shea, thenew business offers everything from acupuncture topedicures.

Owner and founder Tom Stafford, originally fromToronto, has lived on McCormick Ranch for 10 years.With a background in retail merchandising , he tookinformation from years of extensive wellnessresearch to develop his vision. He says, “I found agrowing segment of people with more money thantime. In a battle to fight the three stages of aging,there was a need for an environment ofconvenience... Here you can see a primary carenaturopathic physician, have a personalized workoutin our state-of-the-art gym and a hair cut by a topstylist and still get to the office by 9am. It'severything one needs in one location.”

Baby-boomers are remaining very active and wantto look good doing it. As a matter of fact, a growingsegment of beauty seekers are men. In 2007, over30% of Botox services were performed on men. AtThe Edge on Wellness it can be done in a privatesetting while your significant other enjoys amassage. Clients can also experience specialservices like IV nutrient therapy, hormonemanagement and facial rejuvenation. Customizedpackages are also available, like their weddingpackage which offers a 6-week program designed tode-stress and help you achieve weight goals beforethe big day.

The Edge on Wellness prides itself on highstandards of service and privacy. “The décor isclean, sleek and comfortable. We spent a lot of timerecruiting to find the best technicians and products,”says Stafford. They carry a variety of exclusiveproduct lines and are proud to support thecommunity by not only carrying products from localcompanies like PCA Skincare, but displaying art bylocal artists on a rotating basis.

Preventative care and education is also key to TheEdge on Wellness concept. Through a partnershipwith Scottsdale Healthcare and other vendors, theyhost weekly events on topics ranging from nutritionto life coaching. Stafford explains, “We makewellness part of a daily routine. The level of energy ishigh here and we want to keep things fresh.”

If you're looking for someplace nearby that cansatisfy your need to look and feel beautiful insideand out, stop at The Edge for a fresh look onwellness.

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In an effort to provide better care for their patients, Dr.Vishal Chaurasia, who practiced for 12 years atScottsdale Healthcare, along with other experiencedphysicians have started a concierge style medical clinicin Scottsdale.

Concierge medicine is a growing concept in primarycare and even though the individual models vary, thepremise is essentially the same: By restricting the numberof patients they have on their panel, doctors are able todevote more time and attention to each patient. Patientsare required to pay a monthly or annual membership feeto offset the costs and allow the physicians to restrict theirpatient panel.

Dr. Chaurasia says, “This is a way for us to bring backold-fashioned family style medicine, where physicians haveunrestricted access to their patients and are available onshort notice.” Unfortunately, because of various factors inthe healthcare industry, the only way traditional practicescan survive nowadays is by taking on more and morepatients, which adversely affects patient care.

It is not uncommon for patients to wait weeks, or evenmonths, for a routine appointment and then wait again atthe clinic so they can spend just a few minutes with thedoctor. “This fast-paced environment is frustrating forphysicians as well. They seldom have the time to get toknow their patients or what they are about and are unableto focus on preventive care, which is a key element inprimary care medicine. The practice of medicine isbecoming increasingly impersonal and frustrating, andour goal is to change that,” says Dr. Chaurasia.

MyDoctor® offers three levels of service with feesstarting at $50 per month. They also offer variousdiscounts for snowbirds, families and community workers.Depending on the level of service you choose,MyDoctor® clients are offered house calls, same-dayappointments, 24 hour email and cell phone access totheir physician, in-hospital visits if they are hospitalized, apersonal liaison, a comprehensive annual physical and ahost of other value-added services.

As the number of uninsured approaches the 1 millionmark in Arizona alone, MyDoctor® has plans to open afree clinic in the community to care for underprivilegedfamilies. “It is no surprise that the number of people whocannot afford decent healthcare is growing at an alarmingrate. There is an immediate need for community levelefforts to help care for these individuals and we hope thiswill be a small step in the right direction,” says Dr.Chaurasia.

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Vacations provide burglars with plenty of time to enter your home, remove large items and search leisurely for hidden valuables.

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ITEM Stop mail and newspaper deliveriesAsk trusted neighbor to pick up mail, flyers, newspapers that arriveeven if you requested a stop.Secure all doors: front, rear and garageTransfer valuables to a safe deposit boxPut lamps and radios on timers to make your home seem occupied.Check for burned out bulbs and replace themOutdoor lighting fixtures functionalInstall a motion sensor light at the main entrance to your home.Arrange for yard to be maintainedSome shades or curtains open for normal lookRemove messages from answering machine dailyMessage on machine does not indicate you are awayAlarm system is activatedAll windows secured and lockedAll gates secured and lockedPlace lock on customer side of electric boxAsk a trusted neighbor to take out trash/recyclingGive key to trusted neighbor

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Dogs can suffer from heatstroke easily.Conditions that may not even be uncomfortablefor you may be life threatening to your pooch.Jogging with an owner on a hot day is defiantlydangerous, even going for a walk with himwhen it's very hot can cause heatstroke. Thereare times when exposing a dog to direct sunthrough the window of a moving car, even anair-conditioned one, can be risky.

Dogs are susceptible to the effects of heatbecause their skin works differently than ours.We have many sweat glands and tinycapillaries in our skin, and the sweat weproduce when we get overheated evaporates,which cools the blood in those capillaries. Dogskin has neither sweat glands nor blood-cooling capillaries.

Dogs cool themselves by panting, whichallows cooler air into their lungs to dissipatetheir body heat. Blood vessels in the tongueand mouth are cooled as the salivaevaporates. Panting is not an efficient coolingsystem, and a dog can easily enter the dangerzone, the point at which he cannot coolhimself down.

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• Walk your dog in the cool of theday, preferably early in the morning.Even by the end of the day when thesun has gone down, the pavement isstill very hot. • Stand on grass or shaded surfaceswhen outdoors with your dog;asphalt and concrete absorb heatand can burn footpads. • Always take along water and abowl anytime you’re out and aboutwith your dog, but especially in hotweather.

• Don’t shave off all your dogs hair. You may think that fur ishotter, but a pets fur actually helps insulate him from the heat(and can help prevent sunburn). Try a puppy cut instead.

• Fill a hard-sided plastic kiddie-pool with water: your dog(s)can use it to drink from and to walk or lie down in to cool off,especially after walking or playing.

• Leave your dog home when running errands. Your car turnsinto an oven in minutes, even when it's 70 degrees out! MCRL

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