Magic! My wife surprised my dad and me for a special Father's day meal. We picked up my dad and his wife for or a drive north of Phoenix. We arrived at Arcosanti in the middle of no where. It is a live-in artisian community for those wanting to perfect a certain type of bell making technic. The setting is mystical as it reminded me of a Hollywood movie set. It was beautiful in a unique way. I was glad to be attending a Cloth and Flame dinner here tonight. Cloth and Flame (C and F) had enhanced the surroundings with a bar, spa-like soothing music and mood lighting. Hors d'oeuvres were served while people mingled and engaged in pleasant conversations. An introduction was made of C and F, Arcosant staff and residents. They explained the mission of Arcosanti and shared the founder's vision. The bell was sounded and we all took our assigned seats for an incredible evening and fabulous food. Around 75 people sat at assigned seats for a delicious family style meal. Being seated in this manner forced you to meet and have conversations with couples on your right and left. It was a community feeling for a dinner that I don't get at a normal restaurant. People were open, engaging, friendly and warm. It was like dining at a friend's house with additional guests you have never met. The ambience was only outdone by the quality and flavor of the food. I have included a copy of the menu. We started with a mushroom, roasted garlic and allum crema. I am a huge fan of mushrooms and was not disappointed but had to remember, this was meant to be shared with others at the table. The next dish was a salad with cauliflower, raisins, berry mixture and mint. It was a completely different taste profile and a welcomed surprise to my taste buds. The orange flavored salmon filets and beef tenderloin with chimichurri sauces was perfectly cooked and moist. This is not easy to accomplish as they had to be served to all guests at once and were spot on. Great job by the chefs! Our dessert was a corn marscapone with strawberries. If you are looking to have a special evening with incredibly prepared food in a mystical setting, call Cloth and Flame. It will be a memorable evening and an enriching experience for those attending. Hats off to an event that was impeccably plannef and over the top. read more

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Attended the Boyce Thompson Arboretum Fund raiser held out in the Superstitions. Totally awesome experience! A beautiful evening held under the stars in the Superstitions. We were greated with options for cocktails and appetizers. The food was excellent as was the service. Everyone associated was smiling and welcoming and added to the glow of the evening. Our table was filled with laughter and joy even before the whiskey! read more

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We want to preface this by saying that the intent of this review is to provide honest feedback for future couples who may be enticed by the beauty of the wedding venues with which Cloth & Flame is contracted. Our wedding day itself was absolutely amazing, and we would not trade those moments for the world. The months leading up to it, however, were both frustrating and unnecessarily stressful as a result of working with this company. Our experience working with Cloth & Flame was, in a nutshell, a total nightmare. Prompt communication between us and them essentially ceased to exist after we signed the contract for our wedding venue and paid the initial deposit. They took weeks to respond to any of our emails, or they would simply ignore them altogether. The few emails we did receive from them were often times addressed to the names of other couples they were working with. We felt as though we were just another number on their list rather than valued clients spending tens of thousands of dollars for our special day. We brought these concerns to their attention on multiple occasions, but to no avail. Unfortunately, as you can probably gather by reading other reviews, our negative experience was not an anomaly; it was very much in line with how Cloth & Flame chooses to operate their business. They've clearly demonstrated that their business model begins and ends with the marketing of beautiful and unique wedding venues; customer service and client relations are simply of no interest to them. Until Cloth & Flame is willing to acknowledge and address these inherent issues, we would advise you to spend your money elsewhere. However, based on our experience and other similar reviews, company reform at any point in the near future seems incredibly unlikely. read more

Absolutely the best, most beautiful planning I've ever experienced. The dinner setup at JTH Tucson was absolutely stunning and breathtaking. As a wedding photographer I work alongside planners often and these guys really knew their stuff and we were all just stunned with the romantic atmosphere and absolutely beautiful attention to detail. They're on my recommended vendors list for good reason. I wish I had more photos to show you guys but I've also included a photo of the menu they created for the evening event as well. read more

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Amazing!! We live in another country and we had to plan a rehearsal dinner from there. This could have been very challenging, however it was a great experience!! The chef and owner, Erik, was easy to work with and his staff was kind and helpful! They did so much to make our night special! The atmosphere was inviting and intimate! We definitely recommend the Washington Street venue. We hosted 50 people with ease and the food was beyond fantasti, probably the best food I have ever had a large gathering! Everyone was so pleased with the experience! I highly recommend for a rehearsal dinner or Holiday event! The prices were not over inflated just because it was in the wedding genre, which was greatly appreciated!! read more

This is one fancy picnic you don't want to miss out on. I must say that having dinner out by one of my favorite trails, The Peralta Trail, was such a treat! I loved having the Superstition Mountains as the backdrop for our dinner. It was breath taking. Although we had great company with us, I was often distracted by the views. The owners of Quarter Circle U Ranch were gracious to have Cloth and Flame host their dinner there, so we had to unique opportunity to see what other visitors don't get to see. My husband and I met Chuck Backus at this dinner and we learned a lot about gold mining history as well as some movies that were filmed in the area. We had no idea we would be learning so much history that evening so it was just an extra perk to our beautiful dinner! Chuck and his wife bought the ranch in 1977 if I remember correctly. My husband loved hearing about the Lost Dutchman gold mining hunts, since we sometimes watch that show about the "Lost Dutchman gold" on the History Channel. This brings me to the fact that you will meet a lot of awesome people at this dinner. It's community style dining, so whether you like it or not, you will be seated next to people you may not know. The best part about this is that the people who go to Cloth and Flame are adventurous foodies just like my husband and I so you will most likely connect with people with similar interests! Now to the actual food! French onion caramelized tart - This was a tasty appetizer that did taste like French onion soup but obviously not soup since it was a tart. This was served as people were driving in and arriving at the ranch. Curly kale salad with pickled beets - Very refreshing and the pickled beets were probably some of the best I've had! The Cardamon candied pecans were very dessert like and complemented the pickled beets well. Kaboucha squash risotto - This buttery risotto had cauliflower and roasted carrots. Not only was this dish colorful, but it was also rich, creamy and everything a risotto should be! Red wine braised short ribs - Served with artichoke, spinach and red cabbage. These ribs as expected were very tender and tasty. Chocolate pot de creme - I was concerned because believe or not, I'm not the biggest chocolate fan, but this dessert was amazing!!! It reminded me of a panna cotta or pudding dessert with a light chocolate essence. It was topped with fresh fruit. With the exception of individualized desserts, the rest of the entrees were served family style on a platter and passed around the table. 4-6 people at a time would share a platter, so you could imagine there were soooo many platters across the long table. The owners, Matt and Olivia, have turned their dreams into reality. They have future plans of expanding into some unique areas of glamping too in unique locations, not just Cloth and Flame dinners anymore! I challenge you to go to one of these dinners just so you can experience what we did! It's more than just eating dinner. It's all about atmosphere, community and learning and finding ways to preserve what's beautiful in nature! read more

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Awesome experience! The hosts were great, the food was absolutely amazing. It can be a bit overwhelming doing a mass seating with strangers, but if you're the type of person who can manage it, I highly recommend a Cloth & Flame event! read more

After having postponed our wedding for another year (for obvious reasons), we were so happy to have chosen a vendor that was so flexible and accommodating. Truly, Cloth & Flame made our wedding day so easy, from preparing and serving rave-worthy dishes and cocktails on-site (and in the middle of the desert, no less!) to setting up all of the furniture and tables. The day-of coordinator, the staff and the servers were all so friendly, responsive and communicative. They consistently checked in with both us and our wedding party to ensure everything was to our liking. Not to mention, the setting among the Superstition Mountains was absolutely breathtaking. We couldn't have asked for a better company to work with to plan out such a special, memorable and unforgettable day. If you're planning a wedding, especially a small, intimate one, do yourself a favor and book Cloth & Flame. read more

Cloth & Flame - Party & Event Planning Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The concept of wilderness dinners in unique locations with semi-celebrity chefs is a fun one. It seems, like many companies, Cloth & Flame is trying to move to a more profitable offering. They have started offering dinners in rather boring venues in downtown Phoenix with staff chefs who are wonderful, but don't pack the excitement if a Chris Bianco or Silvana Salcido Esparza. Their prices have gone up again ($195 now) and I'm sure rising costs for food and employees are the explanation. I don't think the value is there for a dinner inside a random building strewn with pretty lights and ikea rugs from a staff chef. Wait until you can eat in an outside location with a "celebrity" chef. Still, the increased price tag isn't quite worth it but it will at least be a memorable splurge. Also, the food is served family style and you roll the dice on who you talk to all during dinner, so take that into account if you don't love an evening making small talk with people you don't know. read more

Attended the Friendsgiving dinner on November 18th and had the absolute best time! This is a total experience, so much more than dinner, and 10000% worth the price! We were taken in vans from the meet up spot at pleasant valley airport for about a 10 minute ride to a secluded area where a mobile kitchen and a beautifully set, long, communal table were waiting. We were greeted with unlimited cocktails and appetizers and plenty of time to check everything out, take pictures, and mingle. The dinner was three courses served family style followed by individual desserts. Everything was spectacular! There was red and white wine available throughout the dinner and we were even encouraged to grab a bottle to go at the end of the night, which we happily did! Everybody that we met there was super nice and there was a lot of interesting conversation around the table. The staff was sooooo awesome and they were all eager to ensure that everyone there was happy. They even handed out blankets when it started to get kind of chilly!! read more

Cloth & Flame - Party & Event Planning Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I had the opportunity and pleasure of attending Cloth & Flame's Dinner in the Desert on January 21st. What an amazing event. Such a unique concept. The group of diners meet up at Cloth and Flames offices near the Deer Valley Airport. Coffee and cookies were available while waiting for everyone to arrive before loading into vans and heading out to the desert. Once you arrive at the dining location in the desert there was a small bar where a mixologist was making drinks. Time was given for everyone to meet and get to know who they would be dining with. This dinner was prepared by Stephen Jones. Every Dish of the 5 course meal he prepared was amazing. Each dinner show cases a different local chef and all the food was locally sourced directly from different farms. Cloth & Flame definitely has a homerun on there hands with this concept. If you have been to one of their dinners you know what I mean. If you haven't, what are you waiting for? Do whatever you have to do to get there. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I attended Cloth & Flame's New Years Eve dinner and had an amazing time! It was such a unique (and delicious) experience. We fist gathered at the meeting point in North Phoenix where we met the owners and other staff, as well as our dining companions. Everyone working was super friendly. They then transported us in vans out the the desert. Everything was set up and waiting for us- just beautiful! See pictures... We kicked things off with some tasty finger food- the stuffed dates were too good- and a champagne cocktail demonstration. The syrup they used in the cocktail was made by a local chef and was awesome. We sat at the table as the sun was setting. It was just a little chilly, but the heat lamps and blankets they provided made it more than cozy. Each course was served family style and was presented and explained by the chef. Red and white wine poured freely. I really enjoyed the southwest feel to the flavors and their use of local ingredients. I can honestly say I've never had an experience quite like this. I loved being able to enjoy a five star meal in pristine nature. They thought of all the details and made our New Years Eve really special. I highly recommend checking out what events they have lined up on their website. It's perfect for someone visiting the area looking for a unique desert experience, or for locals looking for something new and enjoy supporting small local businesses! read more

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Cloth & Flame dinners are magical! I first read about them on the AZ Foodie blog and have been hoping to find a date and menu that were a good fit. As luck would have it, I purchased tickets to their last dinner of the season for my visiting family on Mother's Day weekend. The setting, in the Agritopia orchards, was beautiful. Long cedar tables, lovely tablescape, white lights strung from the trees. The hosts welcomed us like friends and chatting with other guests in attendance seemed natural even without the cute conversation starters on our plates. The food was prepared in an outdoor kitchen and was AMAZING! Five courses served family style were as a pretty as they were tasty. We were welcomed with a fabulous peach sangria and had some time to just relax and enjoy one of the last cool evenings of the season. The roasted yellow beets with a yogurt sauce set out upon arrival were a nice light bite. Once seated, we passed down bowls of black bean/corn/quinoa salad with cilantro blossoms. I had no idea you could eat the blossom! I don't typically drink rose, but really enjoyed the local bottle that was offered with dinner. The patatas bravas were unlike ones I've had in tapas bars, but they were delish- roasted and coated in a nice spicy seasoning. The main course was steak. I don't eat much meat, so gave my portion to dad, but LOVED the farro salad with orange slices that it was served over. Dessert was an incredible butter cake with peaches that had been pulled from the trees overhead just hours before. My whole family said multiple times how much they enjoyed the evening. I can't recommend this place enough and look forward to the return of cooler weather when they'll start hosting events in our community again. read more

Cloth & Flame - Beautiful table for our dinner in the orchard. - Party & Event Planning Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This experience was absolutely amazing! My husband and I attended the Valentine's Day Dinner in the Desert, and even though it was rainy, I wouldn't have traded it for any other Valentine's dinner. When we parked, we got into a passenger van for a 5 minute drive to the dinner sight. There was a beautiful table set for 75 people complete with a lit tent and heaters. Upon arrival, we were offered a welcome cocktail and appetizer. The menu was fantastic, and the food was cooked onsite, not transported from a kitchen! The outdoor kitchen was a great thing to see. We are avid campers and love to cook from scratch when camping. The executive chef and her sous/pastry chef really did a phenomenal job. The entire crew made the evening magical, and the company of the other couples made for great conversation. read more

For our wedding on 10/2, we rented some blankets for our guests and were told we could pick them up from the Cloth &Flame warehouse and return them the following Monday. They first told us the DAY OF the pick up that the blankets we reserved were going to be switched out with a different style and expected that to be acceptable but then when we went to pick them up, NO ONE was there! We tried to call and even went to another location where their address was listed and they were not there. They never responded to our calls and took our money without ever following up if we got our blankets. I know we did not book an huge wedding but this was disappointing to say the least. read more

This is one company that will definitely go the distance. Myself and my wife attended an event on their 11 month in business for her surprise birthday party. The service, atmosphere and food were all amazing and deserve a 10 star review. We will definitely be attending future events and will be telling everyone about them. PS they also do events for companies, weddings and offer hot air ballon services from their other company. read more

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Seriously, this is THE BEST brunch experience I've ever had. I can't wait to try them for a dinner experience. We arrived to the beautiful desert and were greated with champagne. The actual food was filling and delicious. Definitely in the top 3 meals of my life. I think there were at least 4 courses and coffee/cocktail pairing with EACH course. The chef came out to briefly explain the food with each course and the coffee folks from cartel coffee briefly explained each drink. The workers were so kind and accommodating. This is sooooo much better than a typical dining experience. I mean you get to eat and drink surrounded by huge saguaros. LOVE LOVE LOVE this dining concept and the people behind it. read more

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My son and his fiancé chose Cloth & Flame to cater their wedding at Slide Rock State Park, April 8, 2018. What a memorable, fantastic time! Very special, sweet, unique. The meal was the best l've had at a wedding. 5 courses, served timely, and all prepared on site... so delicious! The staff was very friendly and attentive, even bringing warm blankets as the sun set and temperatures cooled. I hope to employ their services again someday. Charlene H. read more

The Gilbert water tower event was fabulous. We really enjoyed the food and drinks. And the atmosphere was amazing. We will be going to future Cloth and Flame events for sure. read more

Amazing! Loved the community table, the "train" ride through the desert, the spectacular sunset and oh my! The food!!! I own a corporate event planning company and have had my share of 5 star gourmet dinners. This one ranks right up there - the Cinco de Mayo theme carried through from start to finish and was well presented (family style), plentiful and most importantly, flavorful and uniquely fantastic. The cocktails were over the top, refreshingly delicious with a local Arizona emphasis. And what's better than dinner in the desert? It was a beautiful evening surrounded by Saguaros, under a star lit sky topped off with an incredible sunset. Olivia and Matt are delightful hosts and their enthusiasm is contagious, you can't help but love them both!! read more

Incredibly disappointing service, agreed to host my wedding only to cancel 4 weeks prior to the big day. Turned phones off, mailbox full and refused to answer emails, texts or calls. Photos look great online - however I wouldn't risk my big day if I were you. read more

Although the setting for our daughter's wedding was naturally stunning, I was very disappointed with the service of Cloth and Flame. When we arrived, with the bride, the setup was not nearly completed. We (in our dress attire) had to do quite a bit to assist. The coordinator assigned to our event appeared to be very new and confused. The signage had the wrong names on it. We were told they changed it but they wrote the names on the backside and never turned the signs around. The food was outstanding but not enough. The setting was spread out so far that it made it awkward and although we moved some pieces of furniture we did not have time to do it all. It has been a few months now and the sadness lingers, as our event should have gotten more care. We paid a significant price and they fell very short of fulfilling their end. More to say about communication and etc but I think this is enough. read more

This company is a true pleasure to work with and plan a dream wedding with. We attended one of their community dinner events and it was a dream - delicious food, warm company, and stunning atmosphere. It all starts at the top - Matt and Olivia are incredible humans who want to make the world a better place - and it makes it fun to work with them and be part of the magic they're creating. Don't think twice - do the dinner or contact them re: your wedding dream! read more

A dear friend booked Cloth and Flame for her husbands 50th B-day. We were super excited as We'd noted the busines some time ago and were keenly interested in attending this dinner concept. The group met at the 'meeting spot' we all loaded up in the event provided passenger vans and were transported to a location in the nearby desert. Cloth and Flame had a drink table set up to serve appetizers, drinks and wine, complete with their 'signature' Cider Moscow mule,- with a tasty snappy ginger-bite on the back end. The appetizer was artesian bread, fire roasted pears, and manchego cheese, topped with baby arugula and drizzled with a swMIeet reduction sauce. 1st course- Medjool dates, with goat cheese, baby arugula, pomegranate vinaigrette served on artesian toasted bread slices. 2nd course- Crab cakes with guac/avocado celeriac slaw. 3rd course Grilled NY strip with Irish potato mash with red wine reduction. Desert- Chocolate cake with peanut butter frosting. The meal was....incredible! The ambiance they create out in the desert, with ceder picnic tables and white Christmas lights overhead is superb. Not to be missed!!!! read more

We got gift certificates as wedding presents. The location was beautiful, the food was pretty good without anything being particularly memorable, the hosts were great. Wine was flowing all evening, and the fee is all inclusive, even gratuity. The experience is similar to going to a wedding where you don't know anyone. You're supposed to socialize with strangers, it's not a romantic date night alone with your SO. We got lucky and enjoyed the company of the couples close to us, but 2.5 hours sitting and doing small talk can be a bit... exhausting. read more

Matt and his team are amazing. We are a picky group where food is concerned and theirs was fantastic. Chef Aurore made an unforgettable meal that was elevated and thoughtful, yet approachable and unpretentious. From the tablescape to the delicious and creative welcome cocktail, the small details were beautifully attended to and made the evening very memorable. I truly hope everyone I know uses them so I have more opportunities to enjoy the fantastic experience they provide. read more

Last night we attended our very first outdoor dinner event in the desert, with Cloth and Flame. The weather was definitely not ideal (and extremely rare for Phoenix), as it was raining and chilly. We teetered on the thought of banking it for another time, but decided to push through and figured it would add to the experience; because let's be serious, it never rains here! We arrived to find everyone sitting in their cars staying sheltered from this steady rainfall we were experiencing. Finally, the vans arrived. We piled in and waited to take off. No idea where we were headed, but super exited to see what we'd find. I wish I'd have gotten more photos, but the rain made that a little difficult. We arrived to our destination, less than 5 minutes away and it was BEAUTIFUL. We stepped out into the muddy desert where we were promptly greeted by our host, Matt. His infectious personality made us feel like long time friends. The atmosphere was incredible. We were welcomed by the sound of live, romantic, music. There was a large white canopy sheltering our eating area which was adorned with the warm glow of string lights, patio heaters, and blankets to help keep us comfortable. As you can imagine, eating with 78 strangers gives you many opportunities to meet new friends; which we did! The conversation and company were amazing. The staff was so helpful and always smiling - even though they were COVERED in mud and soaked from the rain. The food was AMAZING. Everything was SO fresh and SO unique - nothing disappointed. The refreshments kept flowing, the rain kept coming, and the laughter among new friends just got louder, and louder. At the end of the evening we hugged the host goodbye and assured him we'd be back; which we will. All in all, we feel to be some of the lucky ones to have experienced such an awesome concept in what most would consider poor conditions. The rain absolutely added to the ambiance and experience and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Cheers to Cloth and Flame for a seemingly flawless execution of a very wet and muddy evening! We'll see you again soon! read more

One of the best experiences you could have.The atmosphere,company and hosts were superb. Would recommend and will attend again!

This is one company that will definitely go the distance. Myself and my wife attended an event on their 11 month in business for her surprise birthday party. The service, atmosphere and food were all amazing and deserve a 10 star review. We will definitely be attending future events and will be telling everyone about them. PS they also do events for companies, weddings and offer hot air ballon services from their other company. read more

Incredible experience! Food and wine pairings, service, setting...amazing! The sweet couple and their teams who deliver these events are outstanding individuals. Thank you! read more

The brunch hosted by Cloth & Flame on February 26th was a fabulous experience. Dining at a beautiful table set in an inspired desert setting, both my palate and soul were fed! I look forward to more experiences with this energetic, enthusiastic, and creative company. read more

Cloth and Flame put on a spectacular Friendsgiving dinner. My girlfriend and I attended and had high hopes for the night, but let me tell you our expectations were far exceeded and we have been raving about the meal since it happened (November 18, 2017). Our setting was at a desert spot in which we were bussed to from the Pleasant Valley Airport. The hosts were very friendly and the service was spectacular. Our meal started with bread, pears, beets, and cheese and continued with four more courses which included desert. At the beggining when we arrived at the desert location we were welcomed with cocktails and then proceeded to enjoy both red and white wine throughout dinner (unlimited drinks). Everyone that attended was very friendly and seemed to enjoy a common mindset of adventurousness. Although slightly on the pricey side for two, I think that the meal was worth every penny for a 5 course meal with unlimited drinks in a desert setting. I would certainly say that the experience itself was priceless. read more