Shopping: The French Bee {Phoenix}

The last place I thought I would find in Phoenix is a shop named The French Bee. It does not seem to me that French and Phoenix go hand in hand. But, let me tell you when you visit Phoenix, you must take in the sights of The French Bee. Currently, Phoenix is home to four French Bee retail locations, in addition to a 12,000 square foot wholesale studio, where the renowned, one-of-a-kind, high-end floral arrangements by owner Michael Hansen are created.

I popped in to the location at 3150 E Camelback Road on my recent visit to Phoenix. It was a $5.00 uber ride from my stay at the Arizona Biltmore. Set in a strip mall, do not let the facade steer you away.

Get ready for some eye candy galore!

If you are a lover of blue and white porcelain, this is the spot for you to visit.

I actually fell in lust for these chairs.

You know how much I love the color green. I love these too.

I loved the tiger-printed pillows. I also love the array of chairs. Oh! And the footstool. Drool worthy!

The arrangements throughout the well-appointed shop were breathtaking. I chose a couple to be shipped home, but the decision was so difficult. Each and everyone is prettier than the last.

Besides the pre-made arrangements, you can also select from the store's wide selection of floral stems.

High-end accessories also fill the nooks, crannies, and extensive shelving displays. Here are some accessories and vignettes throughout the shop.

I will share my purchases in a future blog once I receive my "treats".

The staff also could not be even more accommodating. Customer service really adds to the shopping experience. Here's to some "Phrench in Phoenix".

Be sure to check out The French Bee when in Phoenix. You will not be disappointed.

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The French Bee, y'all!

Phoenix Eats: The Montauk

Actually, The Montauk in in Scottsdale, but the drive was really quick from our home base at the Arizona Biltmore.

The laid-back charm and beach vibes of Long Island are the inspiration behind The Montauk, a restaurant and lounge in Old Town Scottsdale with a menu full of East Coast classics. This is the place to go when you're craving clam chowder or fresh lobster. 

The restaurant features a bright, white-washed interior, blending classic Americana with sophisticated nautical flourishes. Think modern Long Island beach house on a sunny Fourth of July weekend. The restaurant also has two spacious outdoor patios, one with dining tables and another for lounging. 

The bright, welcoming ambiance at The Montauk is designed to please, and thankfully, so is the food. The menu delivers a fix for native New Yorkers craving flavors from home. From the appetizer menu, the clam chowder is creamy and savory – infused with thyme and chunks of potato and served with a crispy, gourmet cracker. 

But this is Scottsdale, after all, so you'll also find regional favorites like guacamole and ceviche. The tuna tartare guacamole elevates the snack staple with fresh tuna, cilantro, cava orange and zesty bites of serrano chiles.

J & I started with the haystack fries {parmesan, herb, truffle oil}. Delicious.

We also shared the tuna tartare guacamole (cava orange, cilantro, serrano chile, warm wonton chips}. OMG!

For entrees, we both BYO mac n cheese as in Build Your Own macaroni and cheese. I chose bacon, truffle oil, and lobster. It was scrumptious.

Cheers!

I would definitely recommend The Montauk if you are searching for something different here in the Phoenix area.

The Montauk, y'all!