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May 3 - 16, 2008 A+5
Red White and Brew fl ies fl ag of bold, fresh cuisine
by Joan Westlake Siegel and Guido Russo.
Under the towering American fl ag at Chandler When they were looking
Heights Marketplace, the Red White and Brew to open a Chandler
restaurant fl ies the promise of unexpected fare served restaurant, Freed was the
with an admirable selection of red wines, white wines ideal partner.
and boutique brews from the likes of Arizona-grown “I started out studying
Four Peaks and Thunder Canyon. Although casual to be in the hotel
and with a spacious bar area, this place is stripes industry, but I found out
above a pub. it wasn’t that much fun,”
The service is uptown, attentive without being he laughs. “And, I knew I
pretentious and the wait staff is knowledgeable about could eventually own my
the menu and specials. There are daily wine specials own restaurant.”
and the ample selection is value priced. Happy hour He went to Arizona
is from 2 to 6 p.m. daily and features half-priced State University and then
appetizers and beverage specials. worked with a number of
In May, themed happy hours are in the works, such major restaurants such as
as Wine Wednesday and Margarita Monday, with wine Houston’s and the Hard
tastings in future plans. But the fresh and creative Rock Café.
food has won the hearts of diners. “I’ve known Ron for
“We serve a tremendous amount of fresh seafood about 10 years,” says
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here that we buy from the markets each day,” says Freed. “His partner,
FAVORITES: Diners feast on Red White and Brew’s most popular dishes such as Bourbon Glazed
partner and manager Greg Freed. “We brought in Guido, wanted to grow Pecan Crusted Salmon with Sweet Potato Raviolis and top sirloin served with jumbo coconut shrimp.
ovens from New York for our hand-stretched pizzas the restaurant concept.
and use only 100 percent sirloin for our half-pound We chose Chandler for $19.50 adults, $7.50 for ages 3 to 11, free for ages 2
burgers. Fine quality and lots of fl avor, that’s our because we love this area. It is a fast growing area and and younger.
cuisine.” it offered us an opportunity to go in and embrace the Red, White and Brew is located at 4850 S. Gilbert
He says that the seafood platter and sweet Bourbon neighborhood and become a real part of it. We are Rd., on the northwest corner of Chandler Heights
Glazed Pecan Crusted Salmon with Sweet Potato very active with the churches and schools, reaching and Gilbert in S. Chandler. Call 480-305-6993 or visit
Raviolis ($16.50) are two of the most popular dishes. out in to the neighborhood.” www.rwbaz.com.
Enjoy seafood and beef with the tender top sirloin During the month of April, RWB took part in the
and tasty jumbo coconut shrimp combo ($18). Waste Not Celebrity Chef Challenge. Half of the
Portions are large, but take some home rather than proceeds from their Zesty Chipotle BBQ Shrimp entrée
miss desserts such as the Italian Coppa Stracciatella: sales went directly to this program that helps feed the
Quik Bite
chocolate syrup, chocolate chip gelato, topped with homeless.
cocoa powder and hazelnuts in a tall glass ($5.50). Complimentary banquets for local teachers, feeding
Red, White and Brew
The menu is expansive with a large selection of the football team before a big game, lending a hand to American fair with a classy fl air
meal salads ($8 to $11.50) and seafood, chicken and the girls’ volleyball team and contributing items to NW corner of Gilbert & Chandler Heights
beef dishes ($13 to $19), with plenty of pasta choices silent auctions and raffl es are a few of the other ways
480-305-6993
GILBERT
ILBERT
and pizzas. Plus, daily specials are posted as the fresh that the Chandler RWB works in the community.
catches and produce arrive each morning. A wise Open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10
CHANDLER HEIGHTSGHTS
strategy is to go online to view the menu and specials p.m., the Sunday brunch menu is from 10 a.m. to 2
before you dine. p.m. with the regular dinner menu served until 8 p.m.
The RWB concept was originated in Mesa by Ron RWB’s Mother’s Day, 30-foot buffet is featured May 11
Chandler business celebrating 30 years Gilbert summer league
Since fi rst starting his business in Pittsburg, PA in turnaround time. In addition, Miller is able to keep
basketball open
1979, Boyd’s Blinds & Drapes opened its west coast his overhead low and have very competitive prices by
The summer adult basketball league fl ier and roster
branch in 2003, and next year will celebrate three not having a bricks-and-mortar store, opting rather to
are now available on the Town of Gilbert website at
decades of providing custom shutters, wood blinds, travel to clients’ homes.
www.ci.gilbert.az.us/parks/sports-basketball.cfm.
faux wood blinds, vertical blinds, cellular shades and He works hand in hand with interior decorators
Registration for Gilbert teams begins May 5. Spots
more to customers. and real estate agents across the Valley, getting most
fi ll quickly, so early registration is advised.
Owner Boyd Miller of Chandler has been a Hunter of his leads from referrals, other customers and local
The Gilbert Community Services Department
Douglas “priority dealer” for more than 25 years and advertising.
sponsors three seasons of adult basketball at Greenfi eld
a Graber dealer for two decades. He also provides “The recent ads in the SanTan Sun News have
Junior High School. League fees are $490 per team,
custom sunscreens and security doors, custom really boosted business,” he says. “Thanks, Chandler!
which includes referees. Each league consists of seven
draperies and upholstered cornice boards. I appreciate you using your ‘local guy!’”
league games and a single-elimination tournament.
Miller offers free “shop-at-home” estimates, with For a free in-home estimate, call Miller at
Games are played between 6:30 and 10:30 p.m. on
measuring and installation included in his jobs. 480-664-9277.
select evenings.
Because he uses shutters and blinds manufactured
For more information, visit the website or contact
in the Valley, he can provide a quick delivery and
Gilbert Parks and Recreation at 480-503-6200.
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