[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 127 (Friday, August 3, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1721]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        IN CELEBRATION OF HOUSE OF TRICKS TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 2, 2007

  Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 
twentieth anniversary of House of Tricks, a historic landmark 
restaurant in my hometown of Tempe, Arizona.
  House of Tricks was established in 1987 and has since become an 
important and lively part of downtown Tempe. It has served innovative 
cuisine and fine wines for twenty years and continually attracts 
patrons; this is true for both those just discovering House of Tricks, 
as well as those who return time after time. The success of the 
restaurant is due to its owners, Bob and Robin Trick. Their dedication 
to Tempe and to their patrons has made House of Tricks a highly 
acclaimed destination.
  The success of House of Tricks can be attributed to Robin and Bob's 
desire to make their restaurant a lasting part of the historical 
landscape. The Tricks bought a small 1920's cottage in 1987 and 
expanded their restaurant in 1994 to an additional cottage. The Tricks 
then restored this building to its original turn of the century 
splendor. The gardens that connect the two cottages add to its charm 
and make it a peaceful and beautiful place away from the hustle and 
bustle of busy city life.
  The success and longevity of this local restaurant is a model for 
independent businesses. It is for these reasons and more that I join in 
congratulating the Tricks on this accomplishment and wish them many 
more years of prosperous business.

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