Alma De Sedona > Culinary Delights

Help yourself to the goodies while we show you around the grounds. Late afternoons we serve appetizers and join our guests to share ideas on the best things to see and do while in Sedona. Pool side at Alma de Sedona is one of the best spots in town to watch our incredible Arizona sunsets. State law restricts us from providing wine or beer, but feel free to bring your own, we have glasses, openers etc.

Mornings start with custom brewed coffees or tea. Always available are juices and warm from the oven muffins or scones. The main course at breakfast varies daily, tempting your taste buds with gourmet delights and generous portions. Granola and yogurt are available on request, and we are happy to work with your special dietary needs. Try this month's mouthwatering recipe just below the restaurant recommendations.

Sedona has a wonderful variety of restaurants. We are happy to make suggestions and reservations for you based on food preference and price range. Below are some of the restaurants we personally love and highly recommend. We also suggest having your dinner reservations made before you arrive. E-mail us with your choices and date & time, and we will take care of it for you.

Dahl & DiLuca Ristorante Italiano
PO Box 3846 Sedona, AZ 86340
(928) 282-5219
The best Italian restaurant in town, with a great atmosphere. If you're lucky, you'll get to hear owner Lisa Dahl sing beautiful love songs.

Javelina Cantina
671 Hwy 179 Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 203-9514
Great margaritas and Mexican food in a fun atmosphere. Stunning views from the patio.

Rene at Tlaquepaque
PO Box 2266 Sedona, AZ 86339
(928) 282-9225
Tucked in a quiet corner of Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village, Rene has been serving American & Continental favorites since 1977. A superb selection of wines complement Chef Jeff Daniels' excellent menu. Open daily for lunch & dinner. Casual dress. Reservations please.

Heartline Cafe
1610 W Highway 89A Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-0785
Fine food with a casual mood. Voted "Sedona's Best Restaurant" by the Red Rock Rock News in 1997, 1998 & 1999. Sophisticated, yet comfortable. Join them for lunch or dinner and see why they are Sedona's choice for a truly memorable dining experience.

Cowboy Club and Silver Saddle Room
241 N Highway 89A Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-4200
The Cowboy Club serves unique "Western" food such as rattlesnake, and jalapeno creme Brule, in a cowboy setting. The Silver Saddle Room is their more formal dining room with a very romantic atmosphere and melt in your mouth steaks.

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FAVORITE RECIPES

PUMPKIN PANCAKES
10 cups Krustez or any pancake mix
1 - 29oz can of Pumpkin Pie filling
7.5 cups milk
1 tbsp Pumpkin Spice
1 tbsp Vanilla

Honey/Ginger Butter:
1# softened butter
3/4-1 cup honey
1 tbsp Ginger

Mix milk with Pumpkin Pie filling and vanilla. Mix the Pumpkin Pie spices with the dry pancake mix. Add the liquid ingredients to the dry and mix thoroughly. Ladle onto flat skillet. Top with powdered sugar, frozen Honey/Ginger butter florettes and maple syrup.

Makes 3-4 inch pancakes for 24 people. Adjust proportionately for smaller quantities.

Crab Spread with Endive
8 oz cream cheese, softened
3 tbsp green onions, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp white wine Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp white pepper
1/4 lb. of imitation crab meat, chopped

Mix all ingredients well with a spoon. Do not use processor. Serve with crackers or put into Endive lettuce leaves.

Pear Cranberry Muffins
4 cups flour
1-1/2 cups milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, beaten
1-1/3 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
3 pears peeled, then shredded
1 cup cran-raisins

In a bowl, stir together the dry ingredients. Peel and shred pears and add to the dry ingredients along with the cran-raisins. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil and milk. Stir the liquid ingredients into the dry until the flour is just moistened. Spoon into oiled and floured muffin tins. Bake at 375 for 30 - 35 minutes until golden. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.

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Alma de Sedona Inn
50 Hozoni Drive • Sedona • AZ • 86336
800•923•2282 or 928•282•2737