Our recent meal at T. Cooks was amazing. The place was recently renovated and feels like dining in an elegant Hacienda. I had some apprehension that this "old school" Scottsdale resort would be stuffy and staid - but nothing could have been further from the experience. The whole evening was relaxed, unpretentious and lovely! The crowd in the restaurant is a bit older, but foodies of any age will love this place.
So, we were a 12 person party, easily accommodated on big wooden tables on the charming back patio. Our food was truly "farm to table" - the produce had been picked that morning! A highlight of the meal was the cod, served with a chorizo cream sauce. We also loved the two cheeses from the local Crow's Dairy. The chevre was surprisingly sweet and mild, and the "quark" was almost like a custard. Both were amazing. The sides were uber-fresh veggies, simply prepared to let their natural flavors shine. We also had a citrus brined "Mary's Chicken" dish that was one of the best grilled chicken dishes I've ever had. I also need to give a shout out to the staff. They gave perfect service without being obtrusive. They were also incredibly knowledgable about the ingredients in the dishes - which I love. And, of course, getting a visit from both the chef and the pastry chef was a nice touch that our party really appreciated.