VIC & OLA’S GRANDMOTHER’S KITCHEN SNAPSHOT OF AN ITALIAN Take a trip to Southern Italy by simply driving out to Market Street at DC Ranch in North Scottsdale. All of your senses will be heightened, from the bossa nova Italian music, to the smell of fresh cooked pasta, to sitting on the patio while sipping a glass of Barolo. The patio is expansive, and truly one of the best in town. The custom-made, Tiffany-style stained-glass window mirrors an Italian cathedral, while its colors reflect an Arizona sunset. Created by local chef Sheila Bryson, Vic & Ola’s is an homage to her grandparents, Victor Belmonte of Sicily and Ola Marie of Calabria, who wed in 1931. As a young girl, she often spent time with her grandmother cooking in the kitchen. Inspired by her heritage of southern Italy, and paying tribute to her grandparents, Chef Bryson wanted to share the dishes she grew up loving. The menu features veal osso bucco with saffron risotto, arancini balls of breaded saffron risotto stuffed with beef and pork, chicken saltimbocca with Fontina cheese, prosciutto, sage, mushrooms, and marsala sauce, and butternut squash ravioli. The wine and beer lists are fully Italian, and the craft cocktails often feature Italian ingredients, like Sicilian Malfy Gin. 20775 N. PIMA RD STE 10, SCOTTSDALE VICANDOLAS.COM 480.513.2048 FEDERICO’S MEXICAN FOOD FAST, FRIENDLY, DELICIOUS For over 20 years, Federico’s Mexican Food has been serving authentic, affordable Mexican fast food packed with flavor. They’ve grown to over 20 Valley locations, with most open 24 hours – others are open from 6am to 12am daily. Whether it’s a quick burrito from the drive-thru for your day of errands, to combo plates with chile relleno, machaca, enchiladas, carnitas, and much more for a full meal dining in or taking out, Federico’s food always hits the spot. For breakfast, huevos rancheros, steak ranchero, and virtually any regular burrito made with eggs are available. The chorizo, egg, cheese, and potato burrito is a consistent favorite. For lunch and dinner, tostadas, tortas, quesadillas, and of course tacos command the menu. From marinated and grilled pollo asado to slow cooked adobada, they’ve got it all. If carne asada fries and nachos sound too heavy, try their burrito bowls, packed with veggies, avocado, and the most popular meat choice—chicken. The fish torta with a side of crinkle cut fries is the perfect balance if you can’t decide between a big or small meal, and at some locations, you can order a cold cerveza or michelada to wash it all down. 1360 S. COTTON LN., GOODYEAR FEDERICOSMEXICANFOOD.COM 623.925.4115 EAT 2022 | PHOENIX NEW TIMES | MAY 19TH - MAY 25TH 29
