So far, Albert Bilotti’s reputation precedes him, with notable local joints like Kanome and NYPD Pizza.

One takeaway observation from dinner at his newest spot, Lucia?

Soft ice cream + hard biscochito = great taste, yet unwieldy and hard to eat, messy, collapses…. 

Per the Kitchen Witch, “It is a fine art to create a sandwich that doesn’t collapse when you take the first bite, due to overly-soft ice cream or overly-hard cookie.”  And that means Lucia should be making the sandwiches way ahead of time and letting the biscochito get a little soft while the ice cream itself firms up to match.

But that might be a rather niggling point, eh?

Hard to believe that the holidays are HERE.  AGAIN.  Whatever happened to 2009?  (Heck, what happened to every thing since 2001???)

Soothing your spirits is key, so head up to the heights on Saturday for some candles, lights, holiday specials from local retailers, and delicious Tea from A Tea Co (otherwise known as Kung Fu Cowboy Tea).

They serve hot teas as well as delectable sandwiches, soups, and pastries, with a Gluten-free option every single day.  Neato!

Scottsdale Village Champagne and Lights - 4pm – 7pm