ED I TOR’S LETTER
refresh Open Coachella Magazine #8 REFRESH issue and stay updated on what’s blooming in Coachella Valley. Home+Design - Chris Pardo, founder Elemental Architecture was presented with the challenge of designing something so vibrant and unlike any hotel in Palm Springs. Fleur Noir is an exercise in utilitarian sculpture, living and breathing art. Art - Zach J.F. Boyles discovers new stepping stones of inspiration in a post-COVID world. “I took long walks around the neighborhood and noticed all the cacti were in bloom, so I started adding flowers to my cactus paintings. Felt like the world needed more color in a time of darkness.” Music - Cakes & Snakes are just a bunch of punks who love to play music and try not to take it too seriously. The band released their official album “Stimuli” in July 2021 after waiting a year and a half due to COVID-19 outbreak. Fashion - In this collaboration with Palm Springs Public Arts, we mix fresh paint, vibrant colors and desert style together. Explore - Sal Cavazos’ creative endeavors in photography take him on outdoor adventures capturing starry night skies and natural wonders in the Coachella Valley. Food+Drink - “Gooooooood morning Ice Cream Fam!” The Perfect Pint was founded by Gabby Nagengast and Jordan Panaiotov. With more than 30 years of combined restaurant experience, the power couple are on a mission to become the most premium ice cream brand in California. Also, meet the macaroon maestro aka “mad scientist in the kitchen” Bianca Puentes, owner of The Desert Pâtisserie. Wellness - Self-care is not just a buzzword, it’s a vital aspect to one’s health and well-being. Spa days in a picturesque desert setting, what could be better? In The Royal Treatment, we take a look at 3 spas to relax, renew and refresh.
JORGE PEREZCHICA Founder / Editor in Chief
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