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taste of the unique essence and
calming Zen of desert living. Each
treatment features aromatic scents
and organic ingredients with
therapeutic intention. The three
o
tri
iff r nt ma a
featuring local herbs: the Arnica
Therapeutic, a deep tissue massage
with sage and arnica-infused oil for
m
or n
an in ammation
the Abhyanga, a traditional Indian
oleation massage for nourishing skin
and calming the nervous system,
followed by an Ayurvedic herbal
ra an th i nt ton
a a
with ancient basalt stones and blue
cypress and vetiver oil blend.
Although the Phoenix/Scottsdale
area boasts a growing foodie culture
and lively restaurant scene, from
ont m orary o th
t rn a or
to sophisticated comfort food and
farm-to-table fare, we sought out
healthy regional dishes at or near
the resort. The Spa Café tempted us
th r t mornin
ith a h a thy
version of Eggs Benedict made with
grilled turkey, avocado and yellow
pepper hollandaise. We followed the
o th
t rn
i an in
n at
Palo Verde and The Spotted Donkey
Cantina in Carefree, and on our last
night, we ventured out to The Herb
Box in Old Town Scottsdale to enjoy
their impressive small plates,
including our favorite, the Korean
ri
a i o r
Complementing the Southwestern
oo a or
n oy
am in th
signature margaritas found on many
menus and made with desert inspired
ingredients such as prickly pear juice,
organic Tres Agaves Blanco tequila,
blue agave nectar and lime juice. One
called the “Skinny Senorita” seemed
the perfect drink for a girls’ getaway,
and along with the warm sunshine
and inspired scenery, our desert Zen
a a y to n
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