Five Things to Eat and Drink this Weekend in Metro Phoenix

By Katie Johnson Fri., Jan. 4 2013 at 8:00 AM

Categories: Weekend Eats

Elements Restaurant & Jade Bar

Looking for something to put in your mouth this weekend? We've got you covered. Check out what's on our plate.

Mixology 101 at Jade Bar

Brush up on your bartending skills with Jade Bar at the Sanctuary. Every Saturday at 1 p.m., the drink masters at Jade Bar present Mixology 101. At $30 per person and only 10 people per session, this intimate cocktail class offers helpful tips, techniques, demonstrations, and tastings of 3 to 4 themed cocktails. This week's theme: "Brandy Concoctions - Cognacs and the classics." Since seats are limited, reservations are recommended. You make yours by calling 480-607-2300; and for a look at upcoming Mixology 101 events, visit Jade Bar online.

Phoenix Public Market

Downtown Phoenix Public Market

Fuel your New Year's resolutions with fresh foods from Downtown Phoenix Public Market. Happening Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. off Pierce and Central, this urban farmers market is one the largest metro Phoenix has to offer. Check out vendors such as: Crooked Sky Farms, One Windmill Farm, and Chile Acres Farm. You can also grab a bite from one of the many food trucks including: Short Leash Hotdogs, Hey Joe!, and Jamburritos. There's live music, plenty of free parking, and it's only a short walk from the light rail. For more information and for a full list of vendors visit the Phoenix Public Market online.

My AZ Kitchen

Date Night Cooking Class at My AZ Kitchen

Heat things up in the kitchen with Date Night Cooking Class at My AZ Kitchen this Friday. The first-ever date night themed cooking class from the recently opened Gilbert based kitchen will be lead by Chef W Rieth. Couples will learn to cook with natural aphrodisiacs and enjoy such seductive menu items as dark chocolate and almond truffles. The class runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and tickets are $85 per couple. To purchase a spot in the class visit My AZ Kitchen online.