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The Coolest Room in the House Get Your Garage in Gear Queen Creek Olive Mill Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Two Claws Up OHSO Brewery’s Blue Crab Dip Fore! CLUB ON THE GREEN Vol. 2 Issue 4

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  • The Coolest Room in the HouseGet Your Garage in Gear

    Queen Creek Olive MillBenefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Two Claws UpOHSO Brewerys Blue Crab Dip

    Fore!CLUB ON THE GREEN

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  • YOUR HOME

    LOCAL VENUE

    Queen Creek Olive Mill, Queen CreekQueenCreekOliveMill.com | 480.888.9290

    Fresh olives give you fresh oil, its as simple as that! Perry Rea, Owner

    O.H.S.O Eatery + nanoBreweryOHSOBrewery.com | 602.955.0358

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    Nowadays, when it comes to your garage, anything goes. Nothing seems too over the top for some folks. Gone are the days of the messy garage crammed with stuff that no one ever really uses. Sure, you need a space to store your car and a place to stash your tools, but in todays suped-up garages, theres also space for plenty of guy toys. Think car collections, not-so-mini-fridges, flat screen TVs, lounge seating, and maybe even a pool or ping-pong table, too. After all, you need to have some fun while youre caring for your sweet ride. Todays most impressive garages often sport some other great features. For auto aficionados, built-in hydraulic lifts make oil changes and other tune-ups a breeze. Pair that with built-in shelving and drawer systems for the ultimate in tool organization and youve got the car-lovers dream space. Have a motorcycle or two? Consider giving your bike its own place where you can showcase its beauty and clean and care for it in style. Lighting and simple but comfortable seating can lend an almost gallery-like ambience to your garage, making it a place for you and family or friends to enjoy time together while youre working. For sports fans, todays garages can be outfitted with organizational systems designed for easy access to golf clubs and shoes; racing bikes hanging in reach out of harms way; and kids sporting accessories neatly stored away and clearly labeled in bins. If youre more interested in a workshop space, why not designate one bay entirely to your tools and materials. Consider closing this spot off from the rest of the garage so sawdust and other debris wont wreak havoc on the entire space. Projects can be worked on when you have the time and drying items will be safe and sound, set apart from the daily activities of the home. The final touch on your cool new space? Dont forget the floor. For heavy-duty areas, recoating your existing garage floor with a durable and more beautiful epoxy coat will definitely show off your vintage car collection or amazing workshop. If you have a stained concrete floor consider this option as the pice de rsistance of your amazing new garage. Its not prone to cracking like standard concrete floors and sweeping and cleaning your cool new digs will be a breeze. Enjoy!

    Blue Crab DipPICO DE GALLOINGREDIENTS4 diced Roma tomatoes1 white onion diced2 jalapeno seeded & minced1/2 c chopped cilantro1/4 c lime juice1 tsp minced garlic2 tsp salt1 tsp pepper

    DIRECTIONSAdd all the ingredients in a mediumbowl and mix together. Reserve forlater use.

    CRAB DIPINGREDIENTS16 oz cream cheese8 oz claw meat1/4 c diced white onion

    1/4 c chopped scallions1/4 c diced Roma tomatoes1/2 c heavy cream1/4 c white wine1 tsp mustard powder1 tsp chicken bouillon powder1 tbsp butter1/2 c shredded parmesan cheese

    DIRECTIONSIn a medium size skillet begin by melting down butter on a medium heat then toss in onions and cook until they become translucent. Deglaze the pan with white wine and add in the remaining ingredients (except for crab until the very end). With a whisk, stir mixture constantly until it becomes smooth. Once the mixture becomes smooth remove from heat and fold in claw meat.

    Spring is in the air. Why not make this the season you pick up the game of golf, or finally perfect your swing if youre already a links lover.

    As with anything, practice is always the best path to better performance. Before setting out to play a full 18 holes, spend some time at the driving range. Getting your swing in tip-top shape before stepping out on the fairway will ensure you play your best this season. Bored of hitting balls alone? Invite a friend out to the driving range with you and challenge each other to see who can hit the farthest. The winner buys lunch or a small gift at the pro shop. Even better? Take your spouse or significant other to the driving range with you and have a golf date. Another way to up your game? Get a club fit. Many players dont realize they are using golf clubs that simply arent suited to them. By taking your clubs to a club fitting shop you can have an analysis done on what clubs would be best suited to your stature, body type, and swing style. Some experts swear you can improve your game by several strokes by simply switching to the right clubs. Look online for shops near you that offer this customization. If youre truly committed to lowering your score, look for a golf training camp at a resort or simply find a local golf club that offers lessons, whether its private or in a group. This is a great way to get in with a group of players on your level, who could become future golf partners. Many public and private golf clubs offer

    incentives to keep you coming back to their course, so be on the lookout for discounts and fun events. Before committing to a full 18 holes, search out courses that offer 6-, 9-, and 12-hole rates. These shorter-length play options are becoming more and more common at golf clubs across the country, as busy players are looking for more options in terms of time commitments and cost. A shorter day on the greens is the perfect way to ease into the season. A final way to put some extra spring in your step out on the links? Try out some new golfing duds. Todays hottest looks include bold, bright colors and even prints. Skirts for women are classic and fitted but now some have ruffles and come in varying lengths. Preppy-hip is the name of the game. After all, looking good is feeling good and that can only up your game!

    get GOLFING!

    The Family:Queen Creek OliveMill owners Perryand Brenda Realeft the chilly suburbsof Detroit in 1997with their childrenfor Phoenix to pursue their dream of making Extra VirginOlive Oil. The couple, along with help from their fivechildren, have put Arizona on the Extra Virgin Olive Oilmap, supplying the Valley with local, high quality ExtraVirgin Olive Oil.

    The Farm:Queen Creek Olive Mill is home to home to 7,500 olivetrees on a 120 acre farm in Queen Creek, Arizona. QueenCreek Olive Mill has made it a priority to harvest andpress our olives at the perfect time in order to create oursignature Tuscan Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oils.

    The Marketplace: Queen Creek Olive Mill is home to one of the most exclusive gourmet marketplaces in Arizona. Inside, you will find our selection of signature Extra Virgin Olive Oils, tapenades, stuffed olives, Balsamic vinegars. In addition to our signature products, we feature other local vendors that mirror our From Blossom to Bottle philosophy. Our Partners in Passion program was enacted to highlight local vendors who share the same passion in their own craft.

    The Tour: Olive Oil 101 | We believe that educating our customers about all the amazing qualities of Extra Virgin Olive Oil is so important, weve created a class just for you! During this 30 minute class, you will learn the history of our company, qualities and standards of olive oil, health benefits, use ideas & why its important to buy your olive oil locally!

  • YOUR HOME

    LOCAL VENUE

    Queen Creek Olive Mill, Queen CreekQueenCreekOliveMill.com | 480.888.9290

    Fresh olives give you fresh oil, its as simple as that! Perry Rea, Owner

    O.H.S.O Eatery + nanoBreweryOHSOBrewery.com | 602.955.0358

    LOC

    AL

    FLA

    VO

    R!

    Nowadays, when it comes to your garage, anything goes. Nothing seems too over the top for some folks. Gone are the days of the messy garage crammed with stuff that no one ever really uses. Sure, you need a space to store your car and a place to stash your tools, but in todays suped-up garages, theres also space for plenty of guy toys. Think car collections, not-so-mini-fridges, flat screen TVs, lounge seating, and maybe even a pool or ping-pong table, too. After all, you need to have some fun while youre caring for your sweet ride. Todays most impressive garages often sport some other great features. For auto aficionados, built-in hydraulic lifts make oil changes and other tune-ups a breeze. Pair that with built-in shelving and drawer systems for the ultimate in tool organization and youve got the car-lovers dream space. Have a motorcycle or two? Consider giving your bike its own place where you can showcase its beauty and clean and care for it in style. Lighting and simple but comfortable seating can lend an almost gallery-like ambience to your garage, making it a place for you and family or friends to enjoy time together while youre working. For sports fans, todays garages can be outfitted with organizational systems designed for easy access to golf clubs and shoes; racing bikes hanging in reach out of harms way; and kids sporting accessories neatly stored away and clearly labeled in bins. If youre more interested in a workshop space, why not designate one bay entirely to your tools and materials. Consider closing this spot off from the rest of the garage so sawdust and other debris wont wreak havoc on the entire space. Projects can be worked on when you have the time and drying items will be safe and sound, set apart from the daily activities of the home. The final touch on your cool new space? Dont forget the floor. For heavy-duty areas, recoating your existing garage floor with a durable and more beautiful epoxy coat will definitely show off your vintage car collection or amazing workshop. If you have a stained concrete floor consider this option as the pice de rsistance of your amazing new garage. Its not prone to cracking like standard concrete floors and sweeping and cleaning your cool new digs will be a breeze. Enjoy!

    Blue Crab DipPICO DE GALLOINGREDIENTS4 diced Roma tomatoes1 white onion diced2 jalapeno seeded & minced1/2 c chopped cilantro1/4 c lime juice1 tsp minced garlic2 tsp salt1 tsp pepper

    DIRECTIONSAdd all the ingredients in a mediumbowl and mix together. Reserve forlater use.

    CRAB DIPINGREDIENTS16 oz cream cheese8 oz claw meat1/4 c diced white onion

    1/4 c chopped scallions1/4 c diced Roma tomatoes1/2 c heavy cream1/4 c white wine1 tsp mustard powder1 tsp chicken bouillon powder1 tbsp butter1/2 c shredded parmesan cheese

    DIRECTIONSIn a medium size skillet begin by melting down butter on a medium heat then toss in onions and cook until they become translucent. Deglaze the pan with white wine and add in the remaining ingredients (except for crab until the very end). With a whisk, stir mixture constantly until it becomes smooth. Once the mixture becomes smooth remove from heat and fold in claw meat.

    Spring is in the air. Why not make this the season you pick up the game of golf, or finally perfect your swing if youre already a links lover.

    As with anything, practice is always the best path to better performance. Before setting out to play a full 18 holes, spend some time at the driving range. Getting your swing in tip-top shape before stepping out on the fairway will ensure you play your best this season. Bored of hitting balls alone? Invite a friend out to the driving range with you and challenge each other to see who can hit the farthest. The winner buys lunch or a small gift at the pro shop. Even better? Take your spouse or significant other to the driving range with you and have a golf date. Another way to up your game? Get a club fit. Many players dont realize they are using golf clubs that simply arent suited to them. By taking your clubs to a club fitting shop you can have an analysis done on what clubs would be best suited to your stature, body type, and swing style. Some experts swear you can improve your game by several strokes by simply switching to the right clubs. Look online for shops near you that offer this customization. If youre truly committed to lowering your score, look for a golf training camp at a resort or simply find a local golf club that offers lessons, whether its private or in a group. This is a great way to get in with a group of players on your level, who could become future golf partners. Many public and private golf clubs offer

    incentives to keep you coming back to their course, so be on the lookout for discounts and fun events. Before committing to a full 18 holes, search out courses that offer 6-, 9-, and 12-hole rates. These shorter-length play options are becoming more and more common at golf clubs across the country, as busy players are looking for more options in terms of time commitments and cost. A shorter day on the greens is the perfect way to ease into the season. A final way to put some extra spring in your step out on the links? Try out some new golfing duds. Todays hottest looks include bold, bright colors and even prints. Skirts for women are classic and fitted but now some have ruffles and come in varying lengths. Preppy-hip is the name of the game. After all, looking good is feeling good and that can only up your game!

    get GOLFING!

    The Family:Queen Creek OliveMill owners Perryand Brenda Realeft the chilly suburbsof Detroit in 1997with their childrenfor Phoenix to pursue their dream of making Extra VirginOlive Oil. The couple, along with help from their fivechildren, have put Arizona on the Extra Virgin Olive Oilmap, supplying the Valley with local, high quality ExtraVirgin Olive Oil.

    The Farm:Queen Creek Olive Mill is home to home to 7,500 olivetrees on a 120 acre farm in Queen Creek, Arizona. QueenCreek Olive Mill has made it a priority to harvest andpress our olives at the perfect time in order to create oursignature Tuscan Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oils.

    The Marketplace: Queen Creek Olive Mill is home to one of the most exclusive gourmet marketplaces in Arizona. Inside, you will find our selection of signature Extra Virgin Olive Oils, tapenades, stuffed olives, Balsamic vinegars. In addition to our signature products, we feature other local vendors that mirror our From Blossom to Bottle philosophy. Our Partners in Passion program was enacted to highlight local vendors who share the same passion in their own craft.

    The Tour: Olive Oil 101 | We believe that educating our customers about all the amazing qualities of Extra Virgin Olive Oil is so important, weve created a class just for you! During this 30 minute class, you will learn the history of our company, qualities and standards of olive oil, health benefits, use ideas & why its important to buy your olive oil locally!

  • If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by Desert Lifestyle Publishing 480.460.0996 www.DesertLifestyle.net

    Sandra Wilken, founder of Sandra Wilken Luxury Properties, and now designated broker for Engel & Vlkers Scottsdale, is considered the foremost expert in representing buyers and sellers in Arizonas most prestigious neighborhoods.

    Engel & Vlkers has a network of over 538 brokerages in 38 countries, including 42 brokerages in premium markets around North America. Arizonas most prestigious luxury, golf course communities and high-end condominiums in the Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Biltmore and Arcadia areas of Phoenix will continue to be served by the most successful and respected name in this areas luxury market, with the backing of a prestigious international brokerage.

    Sandras achievements as a real estate professional and her consistently high level of service have earned her a place in Engel & Vlkers most prestigious client service network, known as Private Office. She is one of the few who carry this distinction and is trusted by her fellow Private Office Advisors around the world for her expertise in the local market. With more than 39 years of experience in the Valley, Sandra offers an elegant mix of executive insight and unmatched market knowledge that attracts buyers and sellers locally, nationally and internationally who seek her expertise.

    After founding Sandra Wilken Luxury Properties more than 18 years ago, Sandra has worked diligently to earn the firms standing as Arizonas most exclusive, boutique luxury real estate firm. Her elaborate network, concierge-style service and famous Little Black Book of resources allow her and her agents to sell the right home to the right buyer, at the right price.

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