Oh, Sedona!

YOUR BEAUTIFUL RED ROCKS embracing the verdant Verde Valley evoke the natural beauty found in the Utah National Parks, but on a smaller, spiritual level. Our time spent along soothing Oak Creek in the shade of the towering Arizona Sycamore trees at Rancho Sedona RV Resort was too short yet filled with so many warm memories. From rallying with 25 Airstreams and the Greater Los Angeles Airstream Club; to the Verde Valley Train’s historical excursion with history tied to our much-loved California via copper mining; along with artisans, wineries, restaurants and shops galore!

One perk I always enjoy when camping in an urban location is discovering amazing restaurants, and Sedona did not disappoint. Local chef, Lisa Dahl, has created five distinct culinary experiences in Sedona, two of which we checked off the list. Pisa Lisa is some of the best crafted pizzas we’ve had on the road. Of course, Jim and my tastes run different with pizzas but that’s a plus because it gave us the opportunity to try two! The next night it was off to Cucina Rustica, Chef Dahl’s Italian restaurant which offered the feel of dining in Tuscany, combined with amazing appetizers, wines and entrees with impeccable service. I ordered the Melanzane Parmigiana (eggplant) and enjoyed every bite while Jim enjoyed Lisa’s Luscious Lasagna. Bon appetit was truly an understatement at Cucina Rustica.

Following a morning red dirt hike with the dawgs, we made our way to the very popular Coffee Pot Restaurant which features 101 omelettes to choose from. Pulling into the parking lot we found a lengthy wait on a Saturday morning. This, we feel, is always a good sign and sure enough, we hit the jackpot with this down home breakfast venue as here we experienced great service and amazing omelettes.

Piper, 12 years; Boone, 13; Jim, undisclosed 🙂

The best way to wrap up the day? The highly recommended Elote Cafe was a real winner for an upscale Mexican culinary experience. Impossible to get reservations unless booked a month or more out, we opted for take out and were very pleased with the Baja fish tacos in a light tequila & beer batter and the corn crusted scallops with white truffle crema. Heading to Sedona? Be sure to put Elote Cafe and Chef Lisa Dahl’s restaurants on your list! Thank you to Airstream friends Jot & Linda for a wonderful dinner together and for the Elote Cafe recommendation!

Overall we found Sedona more than Pink Jeep tours and with the season starting up, crowds were noticeably heavy. Be sure to book ahead for Rancho Sedona RV and enjoy a fabulous time in Sedona. We’ll be back!