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This week, you can be a worldly, cultural person without leaving the Valley
BY ADRIENNE FRANK
SUNDAY ARTS

This week, in honor of the Phoenix Art Museums new exhibit, "El Greco to Picasso," were offering an afternoon of fun with a funky, international flair. From shopping to dining to taking in masterpieces from such famed artists as Picasso and Monet, this date is all about global awareness.

"El Greco to Picasso" (1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, ) Dubbed the most "important" exhibit to adorn the walls at the Phoenix Art Museum, "El Greco to Picasso" features works from 32 artists, including Monet, Renoir, Matisse and Picasso. Opening today, the exhibit which showcases masterpieces from the late 19 th and early 20 th centuries runs through May 4. Tickets for the exhibit are $16 for adults and $8 for children ages 6 to 17.

Romeos Euro Cafe (1111 S. Longmore, Mesa, ) After youve had your fill of art, head to this Mesa eatery and fill up on chef Romeo Taus delightful Mediterranean cuisine. Although the extensive menu is packed with seafood dishes, pasta, pizza, calzones and salads, its pastry chef Cynthia Shelbys desserts that steal the show. Specialties include eclairs, baklava, crème brûlée, brownies and biscotti all of which are just as sweet as the colorful, funky art that adorns the walls.

Cost Plus World Market (1349 S. Alma School Road, Mesa, ) Theres no better way to wrap up your worldly adventure than with a trip to Cost Plus World Market. Featuring finds from all corners of the globe, Cost Plus offers funky furniture, cool kitchen accessories and nifty knickknacks. Cost Plus also boasts a huge selection of wine, chocolates and other edible delights from around the world. In short, theres no way youll leave this fun store empty-handed.