THE ARIZONA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
February 6th to March 28th, 2010
Generally Weekends Only
On I-60 east of Apache Junction
http://www.royalfaires.com/arizona
If you have never been, this is really fun and different. The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a 30-acre village with the King & His Court, castles & cottages, kitchens, pubs, and artisans hawking their wares. It's hijinks meets history with costumed characters, comedy, music, the Fairhaven Feast Hall and jousting knights. Do be sure to visit the Website for all the extensive details, including varying costs, special events, etc.
a long, slow covered simmer used mainly with tougher cuts of meat in order to break down muscle and connective tissue in order to achieve that falling off the bone succulence. Braising is one pot cooking, but does require the time.