Where there's smoke, there's fire. And the smoke surrounding the latest news coming out of the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ cannabis culinary community is fire, indeed.
The minds behind unveiled plans for the updated Stoney Supper Series, a sophisticated cannabis-infused culinary experience that already redefined ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥'s cannabis community with its predecessor Summer series in 2023.
With a focus on culinary excellence, unique flavor activations, and upscale experiences, Â provided insight into the upcoming series, which she said would showcase a blend of talented and creative chefs with a commitment to erasing the stigma associated with cannabis.
The series kicks off February 14th, Valentine's Day, with a dinner featuring chef Rafael de la Cuesta from . That dinner will be held at a private residence here in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ in collaboration with .Ìý
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"Expect an experience," Mance said.Ìý
The event promises a four-course infused meal accompanied by house music and DJs. Mance explained that "all the stony couples can come in. Indulge with a four-course infused meal on Valentine's Day."
It's the March event, being held on March 23rd, that really has Mance excited, however.
The setting for these dinners is as important as the menu itself, and for March, Mance selected Red Hill Ranch a rustic ranch in Vail, just outside ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥.
The ambiance includes a six-foot-diameter bonfire under the stars, creating a magical atmosphere for attendees.
"Imagine a huge bonfire with a table set up around it and a fireside chat with the chef, smoking with the chefs after the dinner, picking their brains, talking to them about anything, learning their history, asking them questions," Mance said about her vision for the event.
That date will also feature the talents of Phoenix-based chefs and .
Mance highlighted the unique background of Martin, a former convict who turned his life around, building a cannabis empire in the culinary world. Upton is also an accomplished cannabis chef, with appearances on Netflix's "Cooked with Cannabis" and Food TV's "Chopped 420."
The two will join forces to create a menu sourced directly from the ranch in Vail, where the event will be hosted.
"We're doing things that are different so we can play a role in helping to erase this stigma of cannabis," Mance said of the series. "The goal is to elevate the perception of cannabis by bringing in top-quality chefs and creating an upscale, communal experience."
The supper series isn't the only thing that ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Doobie will be rolling out this year, either.
There are plans to release a mobile app to expand the brands reach and provide an all-encompassing platform for cannabis enthusiasts.
"We're going to do some really cool things. I'm excited," Mance said of the year ahead.
As the Stoney Supper Series unfolds, ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ residents can anticipate a year filled with sophisticated, immersive, and elevated cannabis experiences, further breaking down stereotypes and creating a unique space for the cannabis community.
If you'd like to learn more about the upcoming Stoney Supper Series and be the first in the know for when tickets are available, follow ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Doobie on Instagram here: https:.
Eddie Celaya is a breaking news reporter and host of the "Here Weed Go!" podcast. He graduated from Pima Community College and the University of ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ and has been with the ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ since May 2019.