About Scottsdale's Old Town

The Hashknife Pony Express makes its ride every year traveling 200 miles from Holbrook to Scottsdale, Arizona, and delivering 20,000 first-class letters by horseback. The ride is led by the Navajo County Hashknife Sheriff's Posse. More than two dozen riders in authentic cowboy clothing carry the mail, relaying the bags along the route. The arrival of the Hashknife Pony Express in Scottsdale kicks off the annual Parada del Sol.

Neither rain, sleet, nor dark of night can stop the Hashknife Pony Express. Each January for the last 49 years, the old west is brought to life as an elite group of riders thunder through Arizona. This exciting event is the oldest officially sanctioned Pony Express in the world. Each rider is sworn in as an honorary mail messenger braving weather, terrain, and modern-day obstacles to deliver the United States mail.

Beginning in historic Holbrook, AZ the horseback mail route covers over 200 miles from the majestic Mogollon Rim through the wilderness of the Mazatzal range to the desert city of Scottsdale to kick off the Scottsdale Jaycees Parada del Sol celebration.

Welcome the riders as they deliver the mail tomorrow February 10th at high noon to the Mayor of Scottsdale and the Post Master at the Hashknife Monument, "Passing the Legacy, located on the north side of Marshall Way Bridge at the Scottsdale Waterfront. I hope I see you there.

If you're thinking of buying a home in "the west's most western town" I'd love to help you find that "perfect" home.

Scottsdale Christmas Shopping Gift Ideas for Everyone

Christmas may be the most wonderful time of the year for many, but shopping for presents may not be as easy as getting one. By this time, Christmas shopping is already at its peak. Deciding and looking for that quintessential gift to give may be hassle. So here are great shopping ideas that are fit for all kinds of pocketbooks for people you know around Scottsdale that could help you with all the Christmas shopping challenges.

Flashy Bling

Gorgeous jewelry will be a perfect complement to anyone's stylish outfit. Stop by Occasions! By Design at 7077 E Main Street, Scottsdale, AZ and see for yourself the fantastic craftsmanship of their fine jewelry. They may not be Swarovsky but they're just as fine and as magnificent.

Creatively Eccentric

It may or may not come as a surprise but Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has innovative gifts and gift ideas for the creative mind in you. Be enthralled by the visionary masterpieces and indulge in what Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts has to offer, it might be the place to find the perfect gift for the artistic buddies.

Hip and Stylish

Scottsdale boasts its hip and stylish items at the Scottsdale Fashion Square where one can find all the latest and most fashionable wears. Go hee-haw cowboy chic in J. Gilbert Footwear by Lucchese and Saba's Western Wear for the exotic modern-day cowboy and girl trending plush leather boots and skins.

Food Lovers

There's nothing overrated about eating the finest meal cooked in fine olive oil. What makes Queen Creek Olive Mill the ideal store to find gift ideas for your foodie friends, with shelves of Arizona-made olives, olive oil, wine and more gift items to look for! You'll surely buy one for yourself.

Potential New Neighbors

Presents aren't always tangible. Perhaps a kind thoughtful gesture of good advice and reference would be more meaningful to a friend. If you know anyone looking for a great community to live in, and you think Scottsdale is just the place, the Luxury Valley Homes Team will gladly help you help them find a magnificent home in and around Scottsdale, Arizona. Scottsdale real estate is always a good choice to find a house you can call home.

This is indeed the season of love and giving. A Happy Holidays from the Luxury Valley Homes Team

Magical Holiday Traditions In Old Town Scottsdale

Sit with Santa and his Miniature Reindeer and take advantage of the Stagecoach Rides, Carriage Rides, Wagon Rides, FREE hot chocolate, coffee, cookies, swag bags, Holiday Choirs, Holiday Music, and the Valley Ho Ho Ho Cocktail Tasting Rides.

· The Carriage and Wagon Rides are from noon until 9pm,

· Sit with Santa and Stagecoach Rides from 1 to 4pm - Sit with Santa and Stagecoach Rides $20 for family up to 6

· Valley Ho Ho Ho Cocktail Tasting Rides 5 to 7pm - Holiday Cocktail Ride $40 for up to 6 to 8 persons

· Proceeds benefit the Make a Wish Foundation and the American Horsemen's Association Horse Rescue Program

When: Saturday, December 17, 2011 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Where: Street and Brown in the heart of Old Town, Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Saturday's Nov. 26th through Dec. 3rd, 10th, and 17th

For more information, call Scottsdale Horse and Carriage at 480-656-5353

Recently, I finally had the opportunity to visit and dine at The Mission in Old Town Scottsdale. I am a huge fan of Chef Matt Carter's food at Zinc Bistro, so I was looking forward to tasting some of the "modern Latin cuisine" served at The Mission and The Mission did not disappoint.

A group of us went early on a weekend night recently and the restaurant was already quite busy. The decor is dark and sleek and there is a large bar area with seating.

There are a couple of ways to approach the menu. You could go the more traditional route and order an entree and some starters or sides. Or, there is such a large selection of smaller plate choices, you could just order an assortment of dishes and dine family-style.

There were so many good things on the menu, we agreed to order several things to share and then each of us would have something that was our own.

To share, we ended up getting the guacamole which is prepared tableside and served with fresh chips and salsa, which are both made onsite. We also tried several sides to nibble on including the Torreados, which was a mixture of hot peppers that had been slightly seared and were served with lime and sale. The peppers range in heat from more mild to very spicy and our server walked us through which ones were which. In addition, we had a huge serving of the Taro Fries, which were quite tasty. We also tried the White Bean Puree which was a mixture of white beans, cotija cheese, arugula and tomato. It was quite good as well.

For the entrees, almost everyone selected the tacos which come served in wonderful, homemade corn tortillas. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed them. Another selection was the Duck Carnitas Empanada. A mixture of duck and mushroom was served inside the empanada which was then topped with an orange habanero sauce. It was delicious and decadent.

Even though we ordered a large number of items to try, there were still several more options that we did not have room for. However, at the end of the meal, we made a plan to return and try some of these other items.

The Mission is located right in the middle of Old Town Scottsdale and there is a large public parking lot across the street which makes parking a breeze. (This parking lot is also the seasonal home to the Old Town Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings.)

If you have an opportunity to try The Mission, I highly recommend it. We really enjoyed our meal and look forward to going back.

More Information:
The Mission in Old Town Scottsdale
3815 North Brown Avenue
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-636-5005
Web: www.themissionaz.com

Open for lunch and dinner daily
Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays

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