Mother's Day at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain

Mother's Day at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
The photo, taken by a professional photographer against a spectacular desert backdrop from the Paradise Views patio, will be offered complimentary to Mother's Day guests who book the resort's Views Ballroom Buffet. Menus for the ballroom buffet, as well as a separate brunch served in Sanctuary's signature restaurant, elements, are the creation of the resort's renowned executive chef, Beau MacMillan.

An iced shellfish tower, made-to-order omelet bar, and entrées ranging from leg of lamb to pan-roasted organic salmon are just a sampling of the culinary treats in store at the Mother's Day Buffet. For those with a sweet tooth, there will be a dessert waffle and strawberry shortcake station. Drink options will include a fresh pressed juice bar, Bloody Mary bar, and champagne display. Live entertainment will add to the celebratory mood in the ballroom, which boasts floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Paradise Valley. Upon arrival, guests will be ushered to the patio for their photo, which they will pick up at the end of their meal. The buffet is priced at $75 per person, plus beverages, tax and gratuity; $25 for children 12 and under, and will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain

Meanwhile, an elegant Mother's Day Brunch in elements restaurant will feature a three-course menu of epicurean delights. Among the appetizer highlights are opah crudo with aquachile, avocado, shaved radish and cilantro and a sweet pea cavatelli with morel mushrooms, pearl onions, black truffle, and duck confit. Entrées range from bbq shrimp ‘n grits with sunny-side-up egg and Moroccan chorizo broth to coriander crusted Alaskan halibut with spring vegetables, pineapple green curry, Penn Cove mussels, and Thai basil. A dessert choice of five spice fruit tart, almond joy torte, and tiramisu will round out the meal. The Mother's Day brunch is priced at $85 per person, plus beverages, tax and gratuity; $30 for children 12 and under, and will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.sanctuaryaz.com or call 855-245-2051.