Resorts and hotels in Phoenix invite guests to warm up with a new take on afternoon tea or clever cocktails. At stylish and quirky The Camby, the Tipsy Tea Party serves sweet and savory nibbles with tea poured into distinctive, Mad Hatter-worthy cups. In search of something stronger? Head to Clever Koi to try all-day happy hour with Thai basil gimlets and passion fruit Bellinis. Specialty cocktails include the Almost Always Bad News with Hamilton Rum, Hamilton 151 Rum, Zombie mix, grapefruit and lime; or You Can Call on Tyrone with Jelineck Fernet Cynar, Nola Coffee Liquor and Crème de Cacao.

From Nov. 10–12, The Hermosa Inn will host Palette to Palate. This three-day art retreat includes a selection of workshops presented by nationally acclaimed artists, a cooking demonstration by executive chef Jeremy Pacheco and the first #UnmistakablyArizona Harvest showcasing the state’s hottest culinary talent, fresh produce, dairy products and wine.

Stay longer with the Hermosa Inn’s Autumn Arts Adventure offer. Guests are greeted at check-in by signature cocktails with a seasonal component, overnight accommodations in a luxury casita, an upgrade upon arrival and early check-in/late check-out (based on availability), plus a $25 food and beverage credit per night. Also part of the plan: two tickets each day to an area museum or attraction including the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, the Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Art Museum, Heard Museum and the Scottsdale Museum of the West. Prices for the escape begin at $299 per night.