Lifestyle

Enjoy a morning hike up to Tom’s Thumb or Pinnacle Peak, then refresh yourself with a nitro cold brew at Black Rock Coffee Company. Play a round of golf at Grayhawk followed by a rustic Italian breakfast or lunch at Isabella’s Kitchen.

For family fun, head to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve to go on horseback rides, test your skills on the bike course, or even spend the weekend camping.

On a lazy Saturday morning, have a relaxing brunch of raspberry oat pancakes with a Coffeetini or chilaquiles with a spicy bacon Bloody Mary at Soul Cafe.

Shoppers will love perusing the shops at Kierland Commons, where you can stop to enjoy California Cuisine at the Greene House or modern Latin American food at The Mission.

On a hot day, you can take the kids to climb the indoor wall at AZ on the Rocks or to see the sharks and stingrays at OdySea Aquarium.

When you need a break, treat yourself to a spa day at the Fairmont Princess Resort’s “Well & Being” Spa where you can get a facial, soak in a hot tub with hydromassage waterfalls, or just relax by the rooftop pool.

Dinner options include poolside dining at Dominick’s Steakhouse, the exquisite country club at DC Ranch, casual pizza at Sophia’s, or if you’re feeling disciplined, stay “on program” with deliciously prepared branzino and roasted vegetables at Sapiens Paleo Kitchen.

Enjoy a glass of wine under the stars after a full day in wonderful North Scottsdale.