So not only do we love to eat at DLT, but we certainly love free food and we just might propose to Thirsty Lion Pub and Grill. Thirsty Lion just opened at Tempe Marketplace, and they’re kicking it off right. Starting this Sunday, February 26, Thirsty Lion will be offering free pizza through March 3. That’s right, free pizza. All you have to do is “like” their Facebook page (easy enough right?) and then print the free pizza graphic or show it on your smart phone for the free pizza, one offer per table and per guest. Check the Facebook page for a few info and restrictions.

Thirsty Lion | 2000 East Rio Salado Parkway | Tempe, Arizona 85281

If you’re anywhere near Tempe on February 26 you need to check out Luck Break Billiards Bar and Grill. Why? Free burgers, that’s why. Lucky Break just announced your chance to to sample delicious half-pound burgers absolutely free of charge from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 26.

The goal is to giveaway one thousand burgers so no matter where you that Sunday, stop over and get lucky at Lucky Break for a free burger and a cool place to hang out. We’ll see you there.

Lucky Break | 1807 East Baseline Road | Tempe, Arizona 85283 

Calling all bargain hunters! The Junior League of Phoenix will celebrate their 75^th Annual Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. 12 p.m for $5 admission and from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, February 25. With proceeds benefitting the community organizations like Kids in the Kitchen and ROCKETS (Raising Our Children’s Knowledge by Educating Through Science), shoppers will be able to hunt through gently-used or like-new items, including baby items, furniture, clothing, toys, art, collectibles, jewelry, electronics, sporting goods, designer handbags, house wares, home office supplies, store closeouts and much more. Not an early riser? You’re in luck: at 1 p.m., all items will be slashed 50% off.

Have plans that Saturday or just want to get a head start? Kick off your experience early at the Rummage Pre-Party from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, February 24. The pre-party provides an exclusive opportunity to shop the rummage sale before the general public while enjoying a catered meal, silent auction, and fun. Tickets are limited and available here.

In addition to the rummage sale, JLP will once again partner with the Phoenix Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to provide free mammograms at the rummage sale site to the first 40 uninsured and underinsured women who qualify. The mammograms, which begin at 8 a.m., will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Admission to the sale is $5; parking is $10.For more information, click here.

The Junior League of Phoenix, Inc. is an organization of over 1,300 women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the Valley of the Sun through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Currently in their 77th year, JLP has invested millions in the community and contributes over 100,000 volunteer hours annually. Current league projects include a focus on improving early childhood education in the Metro Phoenix community.

JLP Rummage Sale | AZ State Fair | 1826 W. McDowell Road | Phoenix, AZ

Make the most of your Leap Year – it won’t be around for another four years! This February 29 –which is the last Sunday on which the Leap Day will fall till 2032 – Spa & Salon Lamar in Scottsdale is celebrating the occasion with $29 spa service deal: book any spa service at the regular price and get a second of equal or lesser value for $29. Services include all day use of the steam room, sauna, pool, whirlpool robes, towels and lockers and any treatment from an 85-minute massage to an 85-minute facial to highlights and a pedicure – with the second service costing you less than $30. What better way to commemorate the day that barely exists than with a little relaxing indulgence?

For info, click here.

Spa & Salon Lamar | 5115 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale AZ | 85250

If you enjoy tasting and learning about different wines, sip with us at The Mint tonight Thursday, February 16, to sample their wine list. The night will offer five tastes of exceptional wines for $5. Along with that a $5 sampler of signature Asian delicacies, courtesy of Chef Johnny Chu, will be available. Have some Sugar Cane Pork, Edamame with White Truffle Butter, and Goat Cheese Wontons paired with a nice Chardonnay or Merlot.

If you want to learn more about wines and vineyards, The Mint will also feature an on-site sommelier. The night is completed with live entertainment by Lea Cappelli.

So drink up winos, we’ll see you tonight.

The Mint | 7373 East Camelback Road | Scottsdale, Arizona 85251

Who doesn’t love cupcakes? Okay, what about free cupcakes? And just to sweeten the deal, they come from the awesome and renowned Sprinkles bakery. On February 29th, Sprinkles will be offering a free dozen (that’s right, a dozen) cupcakes to all Leap Year Babies. You’re only eligible if your birthday is on February 29. And if it’s not your birthday, get some anyway, they’re delicious.

Sprinkles | 4501 North Scottsdale Road | Scottsdale, Arizona 85281

National Margarita Day, our new favorite holiday, is coming February 22. To celebrate, Z’Tejas is offering your first Little Larry Margarita for only $2.22. The day also includes foods items that are specially infused with tequila. Z’Tejas also sells their famous margarita mix (non-alcoholic) by the half-gallon for home use to mix your own concoctions for a Margarita Day everyday! Visit any Z’Tejas to purchase the same mix they use in the restaurant. Not sure which Z-location one is closest to you? Click here to find out.

No time to plan an awesome work event? In celebration of their debut on Condé Nast Traveler Gold List and U.S. News & World Report’s Best U.S. Hotels Rankings for 2012, The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain has introduced a Last-Minute Meeting Package, a planner-friendly bundle for groups needing an easy, worry-free way to book their meetings between March 1 and April 8, 2012. With more than 44,000 square-feet of indoor and outdoor function space, the Package lets meeting organizers focus on creating program agendas and taking care of participants, rather than on researching pricing and rushed planning logistics. Not only does the Resort also have three ballrooms of 9,000, 5,000, and 2,100 sq. feet for businesses to work with, but the hotel also boasts numerous outdoor meeting spaces with lush lawns and dramatic desert surroundings. Additional gathering options are available at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain, its restaurant and clubhouse and COPRA Golf Academy, home to a variety of group golf clinics and corporate outings.

The Package is $389 per attendee and includes the following: hotel service charge, deluxe accommodations, daily hot buffet breakfast, morning coffee break, hot buffet or plated luncheon and an afternoon refreshment break. Optional team building activities are also available to group guests and feature fun activities such as guacamole and chili cooking challenges, margarita mixology classes, evening glow golf, custom cowboy boot and Stetson hat fitting, wine-blending, group ranch adventures, evening stargazing and more.

For more information, call 520-572-3100 or click here.

Feel and look great inside and out this Valentine’s Day with a Guiltless Chocolate Facial and Champagne and Roses Pedicure at J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort’s Revive Spa. This calorie-free chocolate treat will not only boost the health of your skin with vitamins and antioxidants but will deliver moisturizing lipids and fats to firm and plump your face (not your hips).

Continue the indulgence with Revive Spa’s lavish Champagne and Roses Pedicure, which begins with a deluxe champagne-and-rose scrub to gently exfoliate and refresh the feet followed by a champagne-and-rose oil treatment to massage away tension and stress.  A final application with a champagne-and-rose buttercream mask will hydrate the skin with a powerful blend of shea butter, vitamins A, C and D and organic rose pure essential oil. The decadent celebration will wrap with the Spa’s rose moisturizer followed by warm mitts and booties. A chocolate-and-roses V-Day celebration with 0 calories (and no awkward post-date goodbyes)?! Sign us up for next year, too.

Throughout February, The Guiltless Chocolate 50-minute facial is $99 and the Champagne and Roses 50-minute pedicure is $65. To make an appointment, call 480-293-3700 or click here for more info.

Revive Spa | JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort | 5350 East Marriott Drive,  Phoenix, AZ | 85054

Today we’re Scoopin’ up a whole lotta love with a special surprise Valentine’s Day giveaway! One lucky, lovable winner will receive a Valentine’s Day stay package at the W Scottsdale plus his & hers Remix Watches!

Your romantic giveaway at the W Scottsdale includes a Spectacular Room, a $50 dinner credit to Sushi Roku, a “Sweet Celebration” amenity, an In-room breakfast for two and one split of champagne. The room package is valued at $355 and will expire on February 18, 2012.

Your his and her Remix Watches are from the new swarovski-crystal face Remix Rox line, adding more bling to your fist pumping routine. The LED Illuminated Analog Watches come in 11 interchangeable band and face colors, allowing over 120 different color combinations!

So, do you want to win our Scoop of Love Valentine’s Day giveaway? Simply share the love by “Liking” our Facebook page and posting a sugar sweet Valentine’s Day message to us and one lucky random winner will be selected and announced Thursday, February 9 by 12 noon.

If you’re on lunch and in Scottsdale, make sure to check out Los Sombreros’ new lunch menu. Featuring a selection of seasonal Mexican dishes for under ten dollars, this menu is good everyday from noon to 3:00 p.m.. Guests can satisfy cravings for freshly prepared chips and salsa, authentic Mexican cuisine and exotic dishes with innovative flavors. Make sure to head over to Los Sombreros soon because this deal only lasts until May 13.

Check out the lunch menu after the jump:

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Your Valentine will love a spicy date at Bombay Spice Grill & Wine bar in Phoenix. And you’ll love the special price of just $50 per couple for one appetizer, two entrees, dessert and one bottle of wine from February 10-14. Vegan and plenty of gluten free options are available for that extra special Valentine. So spice it up for Valentine’s Day at Bombay Spice. For reservations, call 602-795-0020.

Bombay Spice Grill & Wine | 10810 North Tatum Boulevard | Phoenix, Arizona 85028

Send the U.S. Armed Forces a little more love than usual– it will soon be Valentine’s Day, after all, and they deserve it most of all. From now through February 14, the Chandler-based romance retailer Fascinations is collaborating with Packages From Home, a Phoenix non-profit that sends boxes of much-needed love (aka food and toiletries) to U.S. troops overseas. Purchase a box of Lindor truffles for just $5 at any Fascinations location or on their website as a gift or a gift add-on, and proceeds of the special Valentine’s chocolates will be donated to Packages from Home. Participating customers who give will then receive a $5.00 coupon towards their next purchase in store or online.

“We believe very strongly in showing support to our military personnel and the service they perform for our country, so we wanted to give something back,” stated Pat Jagos, Fascinations General Manager. “Valentine’s Day is one of our busiest shopping seasons of the year so it seemed the perfect time to launch a partnership to not only raise funds, but awareness for the great work PFH does.”

Packages from Home has sent over 130,000 boxes to U.S. troops since it was founded in 2004.  While PFH is based out of Phoenix, the organization sends packages to soldiers from all areas of the country and all branches of the service.

Visit any one of the following Fascinations locations to purchase a box of chocolates:

10242 N. 19th Ave. Suite 1-7, Phoenix, AZ 85021
16428 N. 32nd St. Suite 105-107, Phoenix, AZ 85032
14747 N. Northsight Blvd. Suite 107, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
2302 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257
7337 E. Shea Blvd. Suite 120, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
5930 W. Greenway Rd. Suite 1, Glendale, AZ 85306
411 S. Mill Ave. Suite 101, Tempe, AZ 85281
838 W. Elliot Rd., Tempe, AZ 85284
8367 W. McDowell Rd., Tolleson, AZ 85353
3658 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716

20% discount online (www.funlove.com) or in-store with promo code: VDAY. Disclaimer: Expires 02/18/2012. Limit one per person. Not combinable with other offers or discounts. Some restrictions apply.

Scottsdale’s West Hill Designs proudly presents their 40% off sale for January and February. The sale includes all accessories, rugs, and artwork in the WestHill Showroom or you can 50% off any one item.

West Hill Designs is a luxury furniture seller and Arizona’s exclusive Tui Lifestyle Authorized Dealer, specializing in modern furniture packagesdelivered to your door in just three weeks. Every piece in the Tui Lifestyle collections is hand crafted and sourced from the finest artisans around the world.

New to WestHill is the Optima Camelview Design Center. The center, which is located at the Optima Camelview Village is a penthouse suite that houses some of Tui Lifestyle’s most beautiful work. For a free tour call 480-339-5944. 

West Hill Designs | 15330 N. Hayden Rd. | Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Image via West Hill Designs

There’s a new dealio in town. Looterang, helping solve the problem of the “daily deal” / group-coupon offer overload, is making it simple and convenient to save on the sly. Looterang, which basically boomerang’s loot right back to you, connects to your credit or debit card account and suggests merchants based on past preferences and purchases. Simply activate the deal you’d like to use on the Looterang website or mobile app, swipe your debit or credit card at the participating vendor and the discount will be automatically credited back to your account. No one even knew you were saving, not even that first date. And the best part, it’s FREE. With Looterang, you get all the deals you want, and none you don’t, without the hassle of pre-payments, bar codes and coupons.

The Looterang app for iPhone and Droid personalizes nearby deal suggestions based on past spending in addition to your location. With just a touch of a button, deal-seekers can save cash without ever reading an email, printing coupoon or pre-purchasing a discount. “There are plenty of apps that tell users about nearby deals.  The Looterang App goes a step further by personalizing the suggestions,” said Scottsdale-based CEO Ben Huston.  ”It’s like having your very own mobile concierge.”

Looterang currently offers great deals at more than 150 local merchants in the greater Phoenix area with new locations added every day. To sign up for Looterang for free, click here or visit www.looterang.com. To view the Looterang iPhone App, click here.

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Basketball is back and we at DLT are extremely excited for this Phoenix Suns season. There’s nothing better than going to a game with friends, enjoying a beer and the roar of the crowd, but what do we do when our beloved Suns are on the road? Sitting on the couch and staring at a TV isn’t exactly fun, except when the Kardashians are on (we kid!). Skip the boob-tube and head to the official pizzeria of the Suns’, Streets of New York Pizza in Glendale Tuesday, January 17 at 5:30 p.m. to watch our Phoenix Suns take on the Chicago Bulls in Chi-Town with the Suns Gorilla and the Suns dancer (aw yeah). $2 Budweiser pints are on special to go with your pizza, salad and wings. Find a game-time coupon for pizza and wings by clicking here. We’ll see you at tip-off, who’s got the first round?

Streets of New York | 6740 W Deer Valley Road | Glendale, AZ 85308 | 623-572-9887

We’re sure your man is super excited about the wedding dress, favors, honeymoon and overall wedding plans you’ve been making since you were 5, but now you’ve got a chance to offer him the wedding of his dreams. Why his? a) It will be FREE if you win and he will no longer pester you about the cost of your $550 dream cake and b) You’ll be exchanging your vows surrounded by the most impressive collection of muscle cars and collector imports during the auction at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale on Sunday, January 22. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance for one lucky couple to wed at Barrett-Jackson for one lucky bride and groom.

One bride and groom-to-be will receive an all-inclusive wedding ceremony for 50 friends and family that will take place onsite during the auction in the newly expanded Lifestyles Pavilion, a massive exhibition area full of events, displays and fashions designed to appeal to the entire family. M Catering will supply the bar and catering under the direction of Chef Michael DeMaria and other popular wedding vendors including Azteca Bridal Plaza in Phoenix, which will provide formal wear for the couple, the best man and maid of honor, Mood Swings Salon in Tempe, who will provide hair and makeup services for the bride and 20 Lounge Nail Boutique to provide nail services.

To win the wedding, visit the Barrett-Jackson Facebook or the M Catering Facebook page and enter now through January 10. The winning couple will be notified on January 15 and the ceremony will take place Sunday, January 22 at 1:00 p.m.

Image via BridalWave.tv

What a way to start the weekend. $2 glasses of 2006 Glass Mountain Syrah all day today at 5th & Wine in Scottsdale. Other glasses of vino are just $5 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. tonight.

Pulse Fitness, a unique boutique training gym in DC Ranch Crossing, will host the 2^nd Annual Biggest Loser Competition starting January 9. The deadline to register is January 5 for the six-week training program and contest. Last year’s winners, The Hampton family, lost a combined 96 pounds and 32 inches. You can be this year’s Biggest Loser! »READ MORE

It’s resolution time. Time to work off all those holiday pounds. If you’re interested integrating yoga into your workouts this year, SuTRA Yoga’s got a great deal made just for you. Try the New Student ‘MADE TASTING’ package from SuTRA Yoga Midtown for $89. It’s the ultimate package for a new healthy lifestyle. The deal includes: Unlimited Yoga Classes, Unlimited Skullpt Classes, a Complimentary Guest Pass, and 20% off all Massage services. Offer is for new students only and you must slgn up by January 15. Check out more about the Phoenix studio by clicking here. And stop at the Chop Shop Cafe inside SuTRA for a fresh squeezed juice or espresso after your class.

SuTRA Midtown | 2317 N. 7th Street | Phoenix, AZ 85006 | (602) 253-9525

What a way to ring in the New Year! NYPD Pizza is offering 99 cent cheese slices December 31 and January 1st from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days at all 10 Valley locations. Stop in and stuff your face before your New Year diet resolution kicks in. Limit of 2 slices per person for the deal, cheese pizza only and no coupon necessary, just mention the 99 cent special. Find a location nearest you by clicking here.

Correction to original posting: The deal is for cheese slices only.

Friday, December 23 deck the halls with boxes of cookies from Chef Jose Garces’ at The Saguaro. From 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. load up on FREE cookies, coffee, tea and hot cocoa in the lobby of the newly opened The Saguaro hotel while enjoying Christmas carolers. Boxes of homemade cookies and a special blend of coffee from Garces Trading Company will be available for purchase as last minute gifts.

Stick around after the freebies for a “spiked” hot chocolate, festive cocktails and make-your-own s’mores by the fire at Old Town Whiskey.

The Saguaro | 4000 N. Drinkwater Boulevard | Scottsdale, AZ  85251 | 480-308-1100

During the crazy-busy holiday season, trips to salons and spas are a must for pre-party manis, pedis, waxing and more. And of course, giving the gift of a relaxing salon or spa treatment is an old standby for gift givers. Check the “deals” list at AZSpaGirls.com to score a great gift at a great price from popular salons such as Dolce Salon & Spa or Urban Wax or even for permanent makeup, if your shopping for a bargain gift for yourself (we won’t tell!)

Okay, so you’ve decided a gift certificate is your best bet to give. Check the tips from AZ Spa Girls on “The Art of Giving Gift Certificates.”

Get ready for a flurry of freebies because Scoop Factory’s annual Scoopstakes is back, December 5 – December 16, presented this year by Biltmore Fashion Park! What’s a Scoopstakes, you ask? It’s our way of saying “thank you” to our subscribers for being so darned awesome. But wait, what’s a Scoop Factory? It’s our FREE daily magazine that delivers the latest in local dining, style, design news, as well as insider tips and exclusive events. You can’t win if you don’t Scoop, so sign up today here!

For 10 full days from Monday, December 5 – Friday, December 16, we’ll be giving away AMAZING prize packages to top local restaurants, boutiques, salons, resorts and more. Want your chance to win? Simply sign up for our FREE email publication at www.scoopfactory.com, and we’ll deliver daily Scoops of how to win right to your email inbox. Prize packs and conditions of entry will vary in each Scoop, but one thing is for sure, if you don’t Scoop you can’t win. And if your friends are signed up, they can’t win and share with you! Here’s a sneak peek at the goodies we’re throwin’ your way, but shhhh … you didn’t hear it from us! »READ MORE

Wendy’s Hot ‘N Juicy Tour of America is stopping in Phoenix at CityScape Wednesday, November 30th to hand out over 1,500 free Hot ‘N Juicy Cheeseburgers with Frosty from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm. Burger tasters will also have a chance to win prizes and participate in interactive games. Wow – Wendy’s been getting around with this freebies since September when we told you about the opening of their modern eatery in Phoenix. Keep the freebies coming!

CityScape | 1 East Washington Street | Phoenix, AZ 85004

Image via Wendy’s