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BREAKFAST AT GOLIGHTLY’S

I love food. Serve me up some melt-in-your-mouth sashimi, decadent truffled mashed potatoes or even a greasy slice of ooey-gooey cheese pizza and I will be your new best friend.

To me, there are few things in life as amazing as finding your new favorite restaurant or taking the first bite of an undiscovered dish. It’s like exploring the cuisine of the world with your taste buds!

macarons and magical unicorn cakes!

Whether you’re a chocolate-loving traditionalist or prefer more eclectic flavor profiles, you’ll find the perfect dessert in their La Quinta shop.

Of course, living in the Greater Palm Springs area isn’t just about great food, we also have amazing events!

We spoke with this issue’s cover star and local celebrity, Kelly Golightly (pg. 38) about her role in Modernism Week, her philanthropic work and, yes, even her favorite places to eat and shop in Palm Springs.

If you are a culinary adventurer like myself, explore the globe with our Palate Passport (pg. 59) a guide for local foodies that will take you from Italy to Japan, all without leaving the comfort of home (or going through customs). Try some of the best tacos in the Coachella Valley, or dine on the freshest and most traditional dishes from Japan right here in the desert. Of course, we haven’t forgotten about those all-American favorites—from barbecue to burgers, you’ll find it all in these pages.

And you can’t complete a meal without topping it off with an ultra, crazy-delish dessert. If you have a sweet tooth like I do, check out the sugary goodness at Tiffany’s Sweet Spot (pg. 68) where Greater Palm Springs local and “Cupcake Wars” star Tiffany Thorpe is serving up cake pops,

For fellow fashion mavens, check out what makes Desert Hills Premium Outlets (pg. 85) the must-shop destination for some of SoCal’s most popular influencers. If you love a great designer piece as much as I do, check out their fashion finds from retail stores like Theory, Saint Laurent, rag & bone and Fendi. Plus get their insider picks for the best places to shop, pieces to buy and names to add to your closet this year.

While you’re likely recovering from the overindulgence of the holiday season, I encourage you to get outside and explore the dining and shopping options in your own neighborhood.

You may be surprised where your local restaurant can take you!

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MAKING ISSUE the

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Photographed By: Travis McCoy, travismccoy.com | @travis_mccoy_photography Model: Kelly Golightly, www.kellygolightly.com | @kellygolightly Location: Palm Springs, CA Written By: Dr. Paula Trimble-Familetti, drtrimble-familetti.com Styled By: Kaylee Jackson, kayleejacksonstyle.com | @kayleejacksonstyle Hair By: Malena Villavicencio Makeup By: Brian Bond using Mac Cosmetics, brianbondmakeup.com | @brianbondmakeup

From the moment Kelly Golightly opened the door and welcomed us into her beautiful, midcentury-modern home we knew we were in the right place. Golightly led us from room to room showing us her beautifully-designed space. Photographer Travis McCoy noted the glamour of the home, saying ”Wow, most places we go to for a shoot have one or two great locations for me to set up, but I could set up anywhere in this house.”

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The house was photo-ready and Golightly was prepped for the big day. “I’ve already moisturized,” she explained as she hopped joyfully into the makeup chair located in her stunningly-appointed bathroom. Brian Bond, the makeup artist, was the consummate professional, and because of Golightly’s food sensitivities and autoimmune illness, Googled every ingredient in the cosmetics he used on her skin to be sure she was safe. Because time was at a premium, it was necessary for hair stylist, Malena Villavicencio to stand on a stool to do Golightly’s

hair while Bond worked his magic. Both Villavicencio and Bond worked simultaneously to make sure Golightly’s hair and makeup were perfect for the cover shoot.

And then there were the clothes! Golightly chose from a rack of elegant, perfectlysized tops, slacks and dresses.

“I love this!” and “Oh, this shirt will be delightful with these slacks!” were just a few of her bubbly declarations as she went through the sartorial options with wardrobe stylist, Kaylee Jackson.

“Kelly was down to wear any and all prints, colors and stripes I brought to set and really pulled off the retro vibe with ease. She was a delight to work with and brought such a fun, positive energy to the day! Plus, her dream house is beyond gorgeous,” explained Jackson. Not to be outdone in her own home, Golightly’s own closet also drew exclamations of amazement from everyone who entered.

The team had a marvelous day with Golightly, her husband, Fred Baby, and their fur baby, Odee Golightly. As Kelly would say, “Stay tuned,” and see what is coming next.

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PALATE PASSPORT Pack Your Bags, We’re Going on a Food Tour of Greater Palm Springs

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RAISING THE BAR

Local Mixologists Show Off Their Take on Seasonal Ingredients

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SHORT-RIB SHOWDOWN

Andie Hubka’s Restaurants Go HeadTo-Head With a Battle of the Short-Rib

GONE TO THE GARDENS

Dine Your Way Through The Gardens on El Paseo

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WILD ABOUT WINE How to Unwind and Uncork at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

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Tiffany’s Sweet Spot

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YOU WANT A PIECE OF THIS?

Tiffany’s Sweet Spot Is Making Life Sweeter One Unicorn Cake At a Time

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ARIGATO, TOKYO

Sisters Jocelyn and Justine of HangryDiary Have Your Tokyo Travel Guide Ready

SANDFISH 1556 N Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.537.1022 www.sandfishps.com PHOTOGRAPHED BY: LAURA PERKINS

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Live Well Clinic

Six Pack or Six Bags, This Is What You Need on Your Next Weekend Trip

We Tried the 21-Day Nutrition Jump Start From Live Well Clinic and it Changed Our Outlook on Health

CHEERS TO THE WEEKEND

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Nikki Prendergast Shows off the Style of El Paseo

Inhale, Exhale and Visit Ara Pilates + Movement

RETAIL ME SOMETHING GOOD

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ADORE YOUR CORE

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DAWN OF A NEW DAY

Karena Dawn Opens Up Her Heart and Her Home Away From Home

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SNAP SHOT THIS HOT SPOT

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LOCALENDAR 10 EVENTS IN GREATER PALM SPRINGS TO ENJOY THIS SPRING WRITTEN BY: JACQUELINE SMITH

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GET OUT ON THE GREEN “FORE” THE LPGA ANA INSPIRATION CHAMPIONSHIP April 4-7

¢ Commonly referred to as the “Dinah Shore Tournament Course” this LPGA Tour event is held annually at the Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage. Come out to see the winner take a dip into “Poppie’s Pond,” a tradition since 1988! www.anainspiration.com

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PARTY DOWN UNDER AT THE ANNUAL ZOOBILEE GALA ¢ In celebration of the

upcoming Australian habitat at The Living Desert, this year’s Zoobilee Gala: Party In The Outback will include Aussie entertainment, a silent auction and everyone’s favorite—animal encounters! See for yourself why The Living Desert is fast becoming one of the top zoos to visit!

www.livingdesert.org

GET ARTSY AT THE LA QUINTA ARTS FESTIVAL ¢ With over 200

contemporary artists on display at this outdoor festival, the La Quinta Arts Festival has been ranked the top art fair in the US five times out of the last seven years. With delicious bites, wine and beer, this is sure to be an enjoyable event! www.lqaf.com

SEE THE LEGENDS AT THE BNP PARIBAS OPEN ¢ Federer, Serena, Djokovic, Nadal, Agassi... they’ve all played here.

A world-class tennis tournament, the BNP Paribas Open does not disappoint when it comes to action and enjoyment, taking place in one of the most beautiful settings in the area—the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. www.bnpparibasopen.com

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ENJOY AN EVENING UNDER THE STARS ¢ In its 26th year, the

2019 Evening Under the Stars is pulling out all the stops to feature the group ARRIVAL From Sweden for the “Music of ABBA.” In between becoming the Dancing Queen we know you are, enjoy cocktails, dinner and community awards.

www.aapfoodsamaritans.org

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GO MAD FOR MOD DURING MODERNISM WEEK February 14-24

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synonymous with the “revival” of the Greater Palm Springs area than midcentury modern architecture. Take some tips home with you after more than a week of various tours and events during Modernism Week—the area’s most popular event! www.modernismweek.com

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BE INSPIRED AT THE BIENNIAL DESERT X February 9-April 21 ¢ Don’t miss this

opportunity to view world-renowned artists’ displays throughout various locations in the desert this spring. When viewed against the stunning natural backdrop, the installations are even more mesmerizing. www.desertx.org

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PARTY WITH US AT OUR LOCALE ISSUE RELEASE PARTY February 7

¢ We’re toasting to

another amazing Greater Palm Springs issue and going mad for mod at our issue release party.

At the La Quinta Resort & Club, enjoy incredible eats, bevvies and music to keep the party going all night long. www.locale-modernism. eventbrite.com

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HAVE A BALL AT CATHEDRAL CITY LGBT DAYS March 29-31

¢ Come out to celebrate the LGBT community while enjoying the various exhibitors, a drag show, a mariachi band and the one-man show “Six Characters in Search of a Play.” cathedralcitylgbtdays.com

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COACHELLA MUSIC FESTIVAL April 12-14 and 19-21

¢ We hope you brought your flower crown, it’s time for Coachella!

Grab your friends and get ready to dance and sing your heart out to all of your favorite musicians. We’ll meet you by the stage! www.coachella.com

Photos - BNP Paribas Open: BNP Paribas Open | Modernism Week | Palm Springs Door Tour (Green Door Vertical): Bethany Nauert

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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE

BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY

Take Her Advice THIS MANAGING DIRECTOR SHOWS US WHERE TO WINE AND DINE AROUND TOWN

EXPERT: Michele Sarna CREDENTIALS: Managing Director and Partner, Beacon Pointe

MONDAY ¢ Workout day! I start my mornings at Power of Fitness in Palm Desert, a locally-owned gym. Then I head to the office to prepare for the day. www.poweroffitness.com

TUESDAY ¢ Working lunch day! On Tuesdays, Palm Springs Chamber hosts a Weekly Leads Lunch. One of my favorite restaurants to participate is TRIO. I love their grilled vegetable salad with ahi tuna. www.triopalmsprings.com

WEDNESDAY ¢ I get outside and enjoy the view on hump day! Enjoying an early morning hike up the Bump and Grind Trail is a great way to ditch the gym. Later, I’ll meet my husband at Piero’s PizzaVino for some gluten-free pizza or pasta and cocktails. www.ppizzavino.com

THURSDAY ¢ After work, I’ll meet some friends at Tommy Bahama’s for appetizers and drinks. The grapefruit basil martini is quite refreshing. Then I’ll start the weekend early at the

VillageFest street fair in Palm Springs.

www.tommybahama.com/ restaurants/palm-desert www.villagefest.org

FRIDAY ¢ Woo-hoo! It’s Friday and the family enjoys dinner at Pueblo Viejo Grill in Palm Desert or Indio. They make a great skinny margarita and the food is delicious! www.puebloviejogrill.com

SATURDAY ¢ Cycling day! After a long ride around the desert, I love to stop at IW Coffee in Indian Wells for a gluten-free muffin and an almondmilk cappuccino.

Later we enjoy dinner at Kobe Japanese Steakhouse in Rancho Mirage. The teppan shrimp is my pick!

www.koberanchomirage.com

SUNDAY ¢ Sunday is chill day.

Grabbing lunch at The River at Rancho Mirage and catching a matinée afterward is just the R&R I need to gear up for another week.

theriveratranchomirage.com

BEACON POINTE WEALTH ADVISORS 73833 El Paseo, Ste 102 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.237.8970 www.bpadvisors.com

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“After a long ride around the desert, I love to stop at IW Coffee in Indian Wells for a glutenfree muffin and an almond-milk cappuccino.”

PHOTO BY: Michael Wesley

NATIVE KNOWLEDGE

BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY

We All Scream for Ice Kreem THE ICE CREAMERY OWNER LOVES BOOCHCRAFT AND GETTING OUTDOORS

“Saturday mornings in Palm Springs are made for the Coachella Valley Certified Farmers Market.”

EXPERT: Bianca Simonian CREDENTIALS: Owner, Kreem

MONDAY ¢ After a long weekend, nothing is better than a deep tissue massage at Whispers Spa at La Serena Villas. Then I’ll pop over to their restaurant for a dessert at Azucar—try their adult root beer float! www.laserenavillas.com

TUESDAY ¢ While I’m at work, I get lunch from our neighbors at El Mirasol. Their Roasted Chile Pasilla tacos are outstanding and vegetarian! www.elmirasolrestaurants.com

WEDNESDAY ¢ Dinner and drinks at Rooster and the Pig are always a good idea. I’d eat there every day if I could! Their Mekong drink is my absolute favorite! www.roosterandthepig.com

THURSDAY ¢ Knick knack and necessity shopping at Thick As Thieves is a must. Sam and Jeremy have carefully curated some of the best goods—vintage and new— from across the country.

FRIDAY ¢ To unwind from the week I’ll head to Dead or Alive. Christine constantly updates the wine list, so I’m always trying something new and delicious. If wine isn’t your thing, she has rotating taps, including Boochcraft which hits the spot every time! www.deadoralivebar.com

SATURDAY ¢ Saturday mornings in Palm Springs are made for the Coachella Valley Certified Farmers Market. Such a great selection of seasonal fruits and veggies, and a few great local food crafters—the vegan tamales and hummus are a go! www.certifiedfarmersmarkets.org

SUNDAY ¢ A perfect end to the week is hiking at Whitewater Preserve soaking in the stunning scenery.

There are trails for everyone, from beginners to experienced hikers. If you’re lucky, you may see a bobcat! www.wildlandsconservancy.org

www.shopthieves.com

KREEM 170 E Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.699.8129 www.ilovekreem.com

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NATIVE KNOWLEDGE

BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY

The Rad Dad WILMA & FRIEDA’S SOUS CHEF KNOWS WHAT’S COOKIN’ IN PALM DESERT

EXPERT: Eddie Perez CREDENTIALS: Sous Chef, Wilma & Frieda

MONDAY ¢ Mondays are usually my busiest day of the week, but if I don’t get home too late, my girlfriend and I enjoy the Homestead Trail to the Cross. Once you make it up to the cross, you can overlook the whole city. www.cityofpalmdesert.org

TUESDAY ¢ Time with my sons, Nathan and Jonathan. We have a tradition of going to Lappert’s Ice Cream.

Ever heard of the Cookie Monster? We are thinking of two different things; the blue ice cream with cookie dough and Oreo pieces is my son’s favorite. www.lappertspalmdesert.com

WEDNESDAY ¢ I’ve tried my fair share of breakfast places, but I must admit, Wilma & Frieda has the best in town! I’m not just saying this because I’m the sous chef. Try our biscuits, they are house-made every morning by yours truly! www.wilmafrieda.com

THURSDAY ¢ One of my favorite spots is Venue on El Paseo. The spicy tuna on the specialty California Dream’n Roll is

WILMA & FRIEDA 73575 El Paseo Dr, Ste 2310 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.773.2807 www.wilmafrieda.com

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amazing. Finish [it] off with a Japanese style green tea cheesecake. Those [who] know me know cheesecake is my weakness! www.thevenuepalmdesert.com

FRIDAY ¢ My favorite thing to do after work is to head over to Casa Blanca in Palm Desert to have a nice cold Michelada. It’s my time to unwind and relax as I get ready for the busy weekend. www.casablancamenu.com

SATURDAY ¢ I like to head over to the Classic Club to get at least nine holes [in]. I must admit I’m not the best golfer around, but it is something I enjoy doing with friends! www.classicclubgolf.com

SUNDAY ¢ My family and I head over to the Palm Desert Civic Park where we feed the ducks and ride bikes. Our friendly soccer matches turn into an intense showdown, but at the end of the day, that’s truly what I look forward to. www.cityofpalmdesert.org

PHOTO BY: Jane Chouteau

NATIVE KNOWLEDGE

BY LOCALS FOR LOCALS /// WHERE TO BE MONDAY-SUNDAY

Nona Knows THIS CEO HAS HER FINGER ON THE PULSE OF PALM SPRINGS

“After a long week, Friday is the perfect night to unwind with a visit to the Palm Springs Art Museum.”

EXPERT: Nona Watson CREDENTIALS: CEO, Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce

MONDAY ¢ Monday morning always starts off with a stop at Nature’s Health Food & Cafe for a signature blend from their organic juice bar. My choice always includes carrots and spinach for energy. Then it’s off to the office for our weekly staff meeting. www.natureshealthfoodcafe.com www.pschamber.org

TUESDAY ¢ With back to back meetings, it’s nice to get out of the office in the afternoon and attend the chamber’s weekly Leads Lunch.

In December, we were hosted

by Antigua Kitchen and Bar. A must try is their Ahi Mango Tartare. www.antiguapalmsprings.com

WEDNESDAY ¢ Wednesday is my day to work out. I always end with Nacho’s kettlebell workout at EOS Fitness. The class gives me energy, and I love the way I feel when I’m done! After the gym, it’s time to grab a bite at Eight4Nine. www.eosfitness.com www.eight4nine.com

THURSDAY ¢ VillageFest night. When the sun goes down, I love to walk downtown and explore the variety of booths offering art, handcrafted items,

entertainment and unique dining experiences. Great people watching from any of the local restaurants. www.villagefest.org

FRIDAY ¢ Friday morning starts at Cartel Coffee Lab. For extra energy, try the cold brew coffee. After a long week, Friday is the perfect night to unwind with a visit to the Palm Springs Art Museum.

Then dinner at Spencer’s Restaurant—I recommend the Baja Shrimp Salad. www.cartelcoffeelab.com www.psmuseum.org

SATURDAY ¢ Saturday is my day with family. We like to sit on the patio at Lulu California Bistro and enjoy their Chinese Chicken Salad. For dinner it’s Tropicale, and I adore their Vietnamese Spring Rolls.

Dessert at Kreem—you can’t go wrong with any of the organic choices. www.thetropicale.com www.lulupalmsprings.com

SUNDAY ¢ My day to get outdoors. I recommend a ride on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to the top of Mount San Jacinto. Finish Sunday off with dinner at the Peaks Restaurant at the top. www.pstramway.com

PALM SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 190 W Amado Rd Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.325.1577 www.pschamber.org Photoshoot Location: PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM 101 Museum Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.322.4800 www.psmuseum.org

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10K Cookies Baked

Foodie Instagram Accounts Followed

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Mayra’s Gram THIS FOODIE INFLUENCER SHARES TIPS, STATS AND WHO TO FOLLOW

TIPS ON BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL FOODIE INSTAGRAMMER 1.

Explore recipes and find flavors that you love.

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Incorporate your inspirations into your food!

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Take amazing pics.

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Collaborate with other businesses.

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Share your creations with friends and family.

Food brings people together!

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“I once made cookies for Rande Gerber, owner of Casamigos. I had no clue they were headed for his birthday celebration.”

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“I’ve been baking as long as I can remember with my mom.

It’s something I’ve always done!”

Breakfast at

GOLIGHTLY’S PALM SPRINGS DESIGNER & PERSONALITY

K E L LY G O L I G H T LY

INVITES US INSIDE HER COLORFUL LIFE WRITTEN BY:

DR. PAULA TRIMBLE-FAMILETTI PHOTOGRAPHED BY: TRAVIS MCCOY STYLED BY: KAYLEE JACKSON MAKEUP BY: BRIAN BOND HAIR BY: MALENA VILLAVICENCIO

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“I LOVE MODERNISM WEEK! IT IS THE MOST MAGICAL WEEK OF THE Y E A R ! I T I S A T R U E C E L E B R AT I O N OF MIDCENTURY DESIGN, A R C H I T E C T U R E A N D FA S H I O N , A N D I T I S A L WAY S S U C H A S P E C I A L T I M E T O B E I N PA L M S P R I N G S . ” —KELLY GOLIGHTLY

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SWEATER PROVIDED BY: Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Desert Theory www.theory.com PANTS PROVIDED BY: Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Desert rag & bone www.rag-bone.com ACCESSORIES PROVIDED BY: H&M www.hm.com SHOES PROVIDED BY: Zara www.zara.com

“I LOVED SHARING THE MIDCENTURY ARCHITECTURE AND COLORFUL DOORS WITH MY FOLLOWERS AROUND THE GLOBE! A VIRTUAL TRIP TO PA L M S P R I N G S F O R T H O S E W H O C O U L D N ’ T B E T H E R E I N P E R S O N . ” —KELLY GOLIGHTLY

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S O M E P E O P L E M I G H T S AY T H E H O L I D AY S E A S O N O R S U M M E R VA C AT I O N I S T H E I R F AV O R I T E T I M E O F Y E A R , B U T F O R K E L L Y G O L I G H T L Y, T R U E H A P P I N E S S I S M O D E R N I S M W E E K I N H E R A D O P T E D H O M E O F B E A U T I F U L PA L M S P R I N G S , CALIFORNIA. “I LOVE MODERNISM WEEK! IT IS THE MOST MAGICAL WEEK OF THE Y E A R ! I T I S A T R U E C E L E B R AT I O N O F M I D C E N T U R Y D E S I G N , A R C H I T E C T U R E A N D F A S H I O N , A N D I T I S A L WAY S S U C H A S P E C I A L T I M E T O B E I N PA L M S P R I N G S . ”

One look at her glamorous, midcenturyinspired home, and you know she is serious about her passion for the bygone era.

Examples of her zeal for the time period are sprinkled throughout her home—the vintage record player in the living room and the book of Slim Aarons’ photographs lying open to the iconic photo titled “Poolside Gossip.” Golightly and her photographer husband, Fred Moser, even captured the reunion of Helen Dzo Dzo Kaptur and Nelda Linsk, the fabulous women from the iconic Slim Aarons photograph, 45 years later for a special talk with Nelda during Modernism Week.

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Golightly, a self-described “Air Force brat,” fell in love with Palm Springs on a cross-country road trip. Her husband— known to her fans as Fred Baby—surprised her with a night at the Viceroy Palm Springs which was designed by one of her favorite designers, internationally-recognized, American designer Kelly Wearstler. “I fell in love with everything about Palm Springs, and one night turned into three nights, turned into three weeks, turned into three months. Every time we got in the car to leave, I said, ‘Turn around, I can’t do it!’ Palm Springs was pulling me to her.”

Drawn to creative pursuits, Golightly attended the School of Communications at The University of Texas at Austin.

Writing was her first love, and she originally planned to write professionally for television or a magazine. As it turned out, she started her blog when she finished college so she could write about what was of interest to her without limitations.

Now with over 100,000 followers across social media, she’s an icon within her city and a modern muse for women looking to add a touch of glamour to their home or wardrobe.

Inspiring others to create their dream life, Golightly focuses on the intersection between color, charm and glamor as her catalyst. Her goal is to share all the beauty and personality of Palm Springs. “Front doors are colorful, backyard pools are charming and cocktails around the pool are glamorous. Palm Springs is such a happy place,” she explained. “I hope by sharing all the beauty and color of Palm Springs I can inspire others to create their dream lives. It seems like a fantasy, but it is not [about] how you were brought up or where you lived.

You can create the life you want. My first bedroom was a closet, so it doesn’t matter where you came from.”

Golightly got her start as part of Modernism Week when she was selected in 2013 to be a member of the Mod Squad (not the hippie detective television show that ran from 1968 through 1973). This Mod Squad is an elite group of influencers and press chosen to share highlights from Modernism Week on

social media.“I loved sharing the midcentury architecture and colorful doors with my followers around the globe! A virtual trip to Palm Springs for those who couldn’t be there in person.” As part of The Mod Squad, she continued sharing the highlights of Modernism Week for two more years in 2014 and 2015.

In 2016, she was one of the designers chosen to create a room in the Christopher Kennedy Compound: The Palm Springs Modernism Week Show House. With her background in fashion, she transformed the master dressing room in the Show House. The dressing room was dubbed “The Glam Cave,” and channeled the glamour of the Beverly Hills Hotel in the ‘50s and ‘60s, embracing the art of dressing. The show house was featured in many publications, including Traditional Home magazine. In 2016, she also curated a photo exhibit that was displayed at Community and Meeting Place, the hub of Modernism Week.

With the success of her 2016 Show House room, Golightly’s house was chosen as the home of the Christopher Kennedy Compound: The Palm Springs Modernism Week Show House in 2017. This time the designers turned her 20-room, Spanish Colonial home into a midcentury-modern marvel. She did design one room in the house which she named the “Glamily Room” a glamorous take on a family room. The house has been appropriately named Villa Golightly.

Unfortunately, in 2018, her participation at Modernism Week was limited due to an autoimmune illness. As happy and vivacious as Golightly is, she must contend with health issues and food sensitivities stemming from two autoimmune diseases: Hashimoto’s and Celiac. “We have had to completely overhaul our lifestyle. We used to love to eat out and travel, but now we have to make all our food at home,” she explained.

“That stopped us from traveling for a few years as we figured out how to navigate this new life.”

Of course, Golightly made lemonade from lemons. She and Fred Baby bought a Mercedes Sprinter Van that she designed in Golightly blue, which she describes as “almost Tiffany blue, but not exactly,” and white. Now she has a complete kitchen on wheels to take on the road trips that she loves so much. “I feel like I’ve gotten my freedom back,” she said. “I am excited to be exploring again—our favorite pastime—and I hope it helps inspire others with similar struggles and health issues to think outside the box and give them hope.”

When she first started blogging, Golightly never anticipated that health would be something she would be writing about.

By opening up about what she is going through, both in her physical and mental health, she has received countless notes from readers who are experiencing similar struggles. “I wish

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YOU LIGHT UP MY LIFE • Her fur baby, Odee Golightly, is the light of her life. “She is a darling, living teddy bear who brings such joy and light to my life.”

UPCOMING PROJECTS • The future looks bright for Golightly! An upcoming book, a TV project and product collaborations are in the works! She can’t share all the details yet. We will just have to stay tuned!

SHOP TILL YOU DROP • “There are so many incredible vintage shops and thrift stores in Palm Springs,” says Golightly. Spaces, Revivals, Angel View and The Fine Art of Design are great for vintage; for new items try Trina Turk Residential and Christopher Kennedy.

GLOBAL GOLIGHTLY • Golightly is drawn to destinations that are inspiring both for their breathtaking beauty and fabulous design: Capri, Cannes, Rome, Paris and Provence have her heart.

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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS • Golightly was a guest style expert on ˮThe Martha Stewart Showˮ and got to meet some of her design heroes—Jonathan Adler, Trina Turk and Kelly Wearstler.

FAVORITE RESTAURANTS • “I love Melvyn’s, for the history and the fact that it was the old stomping grounds of the Rat Pack,” notes Golightly. Also on her list is the charming garden setting of Birba’s and the groovy, colorful design of Jonathan Adler’s Norma’s at the Parker.

FAVORITE WORKOUTS • Golightly loves the simple things when it comes to workouts. Swimming in her pool or walks with her husband, Fred Baby, and their fur baby, Odee Golightly. Getting outside in the sunshine and fresh air, which Palm Springs is so well suited for. For her mental health, she practices Kundalini Yoga.

“ E V E R Y D AY I R E S P O N D T O AT L E A S T O N E E M A I L O R D I R E C T M E S S A G E T O S H A R E W H AT H A S W O R K E D F O R M E I N T H E H O P E O F H E L P I N G SOMEONE TO LIVE A MUCH HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER LIFE.” —KELLY GOLIGHTLY

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“ I F E L L I N L O V E W I T H E V E R Y T H I N G A B O U T PA L M S P R I N G S , A N D O N E N I G H T TURNED INTO THREE NIGHTS, TURNED INTO THREE WEEKS, TURNED INTO T H R E E M O N T H S . E V E R Y T I M E W E G O T I N T H E C A R T O L E AV E , I S A I D , ‘ T U R N A R O U N D , I C A N ’ T D O I T ! ’ PA L M S P R I N G S WA S P U L L I N G M E T O H E R . ” —KELLY GOLIGHTLY

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none of us had to go through it, but the upside has been that a community has formed, allowing us to lean on each other and share information,” she said. “Everyday I respond to at least one email or direct message to share what has worked for me in the hope of helping someone to live a much happier and healthier life.”

Holly Golightly, a character in the 1961 romantic comedy Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and the actress Audrey Hepburn, provide great inspiration for her. Discussing the film character, Golightly said, “She is just so charming, childlike and delightful. She found love and built a life for herself in a glamorous place.”

Reflecting on Ms. Hepburn’s philanthropic work after her film career, Golightly disclosed her feelings on philanthropy. “Philanthropy is a two-sided thing. On one side it is good to share, and if other people know we are sharing, they might be encouraged to do the same thing.

On the other side, we have a great concern for homeless children. People in my family have been through it, and that is something we don’t talk about.” In this spirit of philanthropy, $100,000 from tours and events at the Christopher Kennedy Compound Show House went toward architectural perseveration and education, including scholarships to local students.

A life full of philanthropy, fashion, design, color and charm, has allowed Golightly to realize the beauty and glamour of the Palm Springs lifestyle. But ultimately, for Golightly, working with her husband and connecting with readers to inspire them to live their dream lives is the most rewarding. Stay tuned to see what 2019 has in store, as Golightly and her husband plan to be even more involved in Modernism Week in the coming years as they strive to give back to the community that has given them so much.

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SPIR IT S / / / S U S HI / / / S W E E TS

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EXPERTS Mixologists Go Head to Head With Seasonal Ingredients

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HEIRLOOM AND CORK & FORK Two of Greater Palm Springs’ Most Popular Restaurants Are Showing Off Their Dishes

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FOODIE GUIDE Take a Bite Out of These Top Greater Palm Springs Restaurants

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TIFFANY’S SWEET SPOT Get the Scoop on This Popular Bakery’s Signature Unicorn Cake

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FEATURE These Palm Desert Restaurants Are Going to Tantalize Your Tastebuds

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THE LIVING DESERT ZOO AND GARDENS The Winemaker’s Series Brings an Oasis to The Living Desert

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FORTUN'S KITCHEN + BAR 78085 Avenida La Fonda La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.8744 www.fortunskitchen.com PHOTO BY: Laura Perkins

PROFILE Join HangryDiary for Tokyo’s Top Faves

FOODIE GUIDE Palate Passport

Pack Your Bags, We’re Going on a Food Tour of Greater Palm Springs

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Local Mixologists Show Off Their Take on Seasonal Ingredients

WRITTEN BY: SIERRA CHAPDELAINE PHOTOGRAPHED BY: ELLA MERRILL AND MELISSA BANDLI

Did someone say “cocktail hour?”

We had Greater Palm Springs’ most innovative mixologists throw down to create stunning cocktails with seasonal ingredients. With pineapple, raspberry and blueberry on the menu, the results are dynamic and delicious. Whether you prefer your drinks sweet or strong, mixed or on the rocks, these mixologists put their expertise to the test for some savory results—we’ll drink to that!

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The Berry Best

E AT T H I S W I T H T H AT • If you’re drinking The Bourberry, place an order for the Blueberry Duck. “The flavors from The Bourberry and the duck dish pair together cohesively with their similar flavors, all the while complementing one another with the merriment of savory and sweet profiles.”

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THE BOURBERRY INGREDIENTS

• Morgan’s in the desert is quite historical! The dining room itself has been there since 1926 when the resort first opened, and has since been remodeled and renamed Morgan’s in the desert. There are photographs of what the restaurant used to look like decorating the walls, creating a beautiful contrast of the restaurant in both the old and the new age.

• Blueberry and Cinnamon Syrup • Blueberry Ice Cubes • Bitters • Maker’s Mark Private Select Bourbon

MORGAN’S IN THE DESERT AT LA QUINTA RESORT & CLUB 49499 Eisenhower Dr La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.5700 www.morgansinthedesert.com

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BRIAN DEWBERRY

Lead Bartender at Morgan’s in the desert at La Quinta Resort & Club

Y E A R - R O U N D FAV O R I T E “The warmth of the bourbon makes it a superb fall and winter drink, while the cool freshness of the berries makes it a spring and summer appropriate drink as well. It is the ideal cocktail for any time of year.”

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SIP IN STYLE “Bourbon and ryes are very much in style right now, so I wanted to create a special drink with one or the other because, honestly, who doesn’t love bourbon?”

E X C L U S I V E LY AT MAKERS’ MARK “The Bourberry is made with an exclusive, private select Maker’s Mark that was created specifically for the La Quinta Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort.”

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E AT T H I S W I T H T H AT • The Blueberry Smash pairs deliciously with CastIron Baked Pennsylvania Brie. “Bread and cheese always go well with lighter, more aromatic drinks. The sweetness and acidity of the cocktail pairs well with the cheese and bread.”

BLUEBERRY SMASH INGREDIENTS • Blueberries • Muddled Blueberries • Blueberry Skewer Garnish • Aviation Gin • St. Germain Elderflower • Lemon Juice • Simple Syrup • Peach Bitters

LET THE GAMES BE GIN • The Aviation Gin used in the Blueberry Smash is actually that of the famous actor Ryan Reynolds’ company.

Photographed By: Ella Merrill

DRINK T O T H AT • Cocktails not your cup of tea? The Grill On Main has a full wine menu, select mocktails and a rotating menu of microbrews on tap.

THE GRILL ON MAIN 78065 Main St La Quinta, CA 92253 760.777.7773 www.thegrillonmainlq.com

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RICHARD ABLES Mixologist at The Grill On Main

B E R R I E S A L L D AY, E V E RY D AY “We wanted to utilize blueberries because we can get them fresh year round.

We believe in only using the freshest of ingredients in our cocktails, as well as our food.”

JUST PEACHY “We use a special peach bitters in the Blueberry Smash that positively changes the integrity of the cocktail.

It makes for subtly sweet peachy afternotes.”

RENEWING OUR GIN MEMBERSHIP “Gin is an all-around great spirit. It is smooth and very aromatic. This is exactly why we wanted to incorporate it in this cocktail. Not to mention, it pairs beautifully with the elderflower.”

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You Look So Pine HUNDIDO SWIZZLE INGREDIENTS

E AT T H I S W I T H T H AT • The Hundido Swizzle is best paired with the Himachi Crudo.

“The drink has a lot of acidity, and the food has a rich, savory flavor profile that when put together hits all points of flavor, satisfying your palate.”

• Pineapple • Pineapple Juice • Pineapple Gomme Syrup • Casa Noble Tequila • Green Chartreuse • Velvet Falernum • Cinnamon

REVIVED AND THRIVING • 4 Saints is one of the first pieces of the revived Palm Springs and has the most beautiful view in the entire valley. Sitting on the seventh story, it overlooks the city and has a direct view of the mountains.

BEHIND THE NAME • The 4 Saints is named after the four tallest peaks in Southern California—San Bernardino, San Jacinto, San Antonio and San Gorgonio.

4 SAINTS AT KIMPTON ROWAN PALM SPRINGS 100 W Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.392.2020 www.4saintspalmsprings.com

The EXPERT

ANDY NELSON

Beverage Manager at 4 Saints at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs

BEST OF BOTH CITIES “It is actually based on two drinks—a Chartreuse Swizzle and Queens Park Swizzle, but I wanted to make this one with a Central American/Mexican flavor profile.

Thus being why I named it after Hundido, a park in Mexico City.”

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E L E VAT I N G T H E C L A S S I C S “The intention behind this cocktail was to give everyone what they wanted. We wanted to give the guest visiting or living in the desert a refreshing cocktail that wasn’t just another variation on a margarita. We wanted to bridge the gap between the great classics, and what we think is currently raising the bar in the beverage world.”

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E AT T H I S W I T H T H AT • The Pineapple Paradisio is best paired with the Blackened Shrimp Tacos. “The tacos are slightly on the spicy side, because of the blackening, but then the coolness and sweetness of the drink brings it all to a balance.”

PINEAPPLE PARADISIO INGREDIENTS • Bacardi Pineapple • Pineapple Juice • Shaken With Two Pineapple Cubes • St. Germain Elderflower • 99 Bananas • House Sour • Garnish With a Violet Flower

FRIENDLY FOR ALL AGES

Photographed By: Melissa Bandli

• The Marlin Bar at Palm Springs is suitable for anybody, even those who don’t drink.

They have some great nonalcoholic options, such as their Pain Chiller, which is made from pineapple juice, orange juice, cream of coconut and nutmeg.

SIP ‘N’ SHOP • Taste the Pineapple Paradisio, then browse the store for some new spring khakis. Tommy Bahama’s corner space includes the patio, restaurant and bar within a retail store, creating a seamless, open air space to shop, drink and dine.

TOMMY BAHAMA’S THE MARLIN BAR AT PALM SPRINGS 111 N Palm Canyon Dr, Ste 150 Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.778.0019 www.tommybahama.com

The EXPERT

KARI BROWN

Lead Bartender at Tommy Bahama’s The Marlin Bar at Palm Springs

M O R E M A RT I N I S , PLEASE! “This ‘martini’ is fruity and delicious, and is also one of our most popular drinks. It’s guaranteed that at least one person will inquire about it after seeing a guest drinking it.”

O N LY T H E B E S T A N D MOST FRESH “Each of our cocktails are unique and are our own special creations that are exclusive to Tommy Bahama. They are all made from scratch, using only freshly-squeezed juices.

TA S T E O F T H E I S L A N D S “The flavor profile is reminiscent of the islands, which is the theme that we embody here at Tommy Bahama. It is quite literally a taste of paradise, hence the name.”

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E AT T H I S W I T H T H AT • The El Paseo Rose pairs deliciously with the Libation Cheese Board. “The saltiness of the cheese and charcuterie balances out with the sweetness of the drink. The creamy texture of the cheese pairs beautifully with the silky texture of the cocktail.”

HOW DO WE GET IN? • The Libation Room is an alluring 1920s-inspired speakeasy equipped with an elegant bar and lounge, and a dance floor where DJ’s spin only the hottest of records.

THE EL PASEO ROSE INGREDIENTS • Muddled Raspberries • Nolet’s Gin • Fresh Lime Juice • Agave Syrup • Spume Made With Egg Whites, Elderflower and Lime Juice • Garnished With a Mint Leaf

PLUG IT IN • Take your time sipping cocktails and grabbing the perfect charcuterie snap for your Instagram, you’re connected here with highspeed internet and USB charging stations.

LIBATION ROOM 73750 El Paseo, Ste 101 Palm Desert, CA 92260 877.869.8891 www.libationroom.com

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CESAR MANCILLA Bar Manager at Libation Room

GIN THEM SOMETHING DIFFERENT “Not many people implement gin here in the desert, so I wanted to try something different and make a cocktail that was unlike what most people serve. Then I elevated it even further by choosing a gin that is floral to give it a unique flavor.”

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YOU’RE SPEAKING IN OUR V O D K A B U L A RY “For those who prefer vodka over gin, we make the El Paseo Rose with Kettle One Peach Botanical vodka, which is a wonderful substitution because it still has those floral notes, which helps to keep the integrity of the drink intact.”

The El Paseo Rose IL Ricordo

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IL RICORDO INGREDIENTS • Raspberry • Rosemary • Simple Syrup • Lemon Lime Juice • Monkey 47 Gin • Prosecco Float

• The Il Ricordo pairs best with the Veal Chop. “The veal is marinated and comes with a rosemary herb sauce which pairs well with the rosemary in the drink. The veal is deliciously savory, while the Il Ricordo is fresh and sweet, which makes for a beautiful pairing.”

WINE F O R D AY S • Mamma Gina has an enormous selection of wine, with over 180 different wines, 50 of which are sold by the glass or as half bottles!

BENE! • Mama Gina was brought here from Florence, Italy, making it the most authentic Italian cuisine available in the Coachella Valley. Familyowned and authentic, talk about a double threat!

ENOTECA WINE BAR AT RISTORANTE MAMMA GINA 73705 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.568.9898 www.mammagina.com

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JUAN CARLOS

Bartender at Enoteca Wine Bar at Ristorante Mamma Gina

A TOAST TO THE OWNER “The name Il Ricordo means ‘remembrance.’ We made this drink in remembrance of our owner who recently passed away, raspberries being the main ingredient because that was his favorite fruit.”

GO-TO ORDER “This is a very beautiful drink, from the presentation to the taste.

It is crisp and light, and extremely refreshing, making it incredibly easy to drink.”

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“The cocktail is versatile, pairing extremely well with many different types of food from pasta, to meat dishes, to salads. It is the perfect start to any meal.”

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As the executive chef and owner of two restaurants, Cork & Fork and Heirloom Craft Kitchen, Andie Hubka is building a food legacy in the Greater Palm Springs area. Heirloom boasts a sleek, modern interior with a light, diverse menu to go along with it. Enjoy sandwiches, soups, salads and bigger entrees all made with unique and fresh ingredients. At Cork & Fork, a wine bar, vibrant, creative dishes and cozy light fixtures create the perfectly intimate, gourmet dining experience.

TA ST E S L I K E MUSIC CO R K & F O R K GROWN UP GRILLED CHEESE • Who said grilled cheese was only for kids? In this grown-up version, aged, sharp cheddar melts into the mouth-watering, braised short rib. For Hubka, the secret lies in that juicy short rib. Hubka selected the delicious meat over other options because it’s “tender and one of the best tasting cuts,” she explains.

“It changes the dish completely.”

• This dish is a childhood favorite elevated to new heights. The smoky tomato jam is, according to Hubka, a “symphony of flavors.”

Grown Up Grilled Cheese Ingredients: • Braised Short Rib • Aged Sharp Cheddar • Smoky Tomato Jam • Truffled Arugula

Short-Rib Showdown ANDIE HUBKA’S RESTAURANTS GO HEAD-TOHEAD WITH A BATTLE OF THE SHORT-RIB

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• The La Quinta Cheesesteak is not your ordinary sandwich.

Because it is slow-cooked, the meat melts into your taste buds! The savory flavors of the short rib are the perfect complement to the veggies and peppers that add an extra kick. Hubka credits the “combination of different flavors complementing each other” that puts this cheesesteak in a field of its own.

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• It all starts with fresh ingredients. The quality of their produce—like the mushrooms and peppers— really sets the dish apart.

“We make sure to get all of our ingredients locally, within a 100-mile radius,” says Hubka.

La Quinta Cheesesteak Ingredients: • Short Rib • Queso Blanco • Shishito Peppers • Sauteed Onions • Wild Mushrooms • French Roll

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WINE DELIGHTS • A good wine can enhance any great meal. Any dish at Cork & Fork can be paired with the perfect wine.

Customers looking for more can get the ultimate experience with their monthly wine dinners!

BON APPETIT • Hubka is also the owner of a cooking school, Cooking With Class. Attendees can learn to cook a variety of meals throughout the course like tamales, spring soups and spring classics!

FOR THE LOVE OF VEG • Both restaurants offer delicious vegan options, which was important for Hubka. At Cork & Fork, enjoy vegan tacos or crispy cauliflower, while at Heirloom, the Impossible Burger is a huge favorite.

CORK & FORK 47875 Caleo Bay Dr, Ste A106 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.777.7555 corkandforkwinebar.com Photoshoot Location: HEIRLOOM CRAFT KITCHEN 49990 Jefferson Blvd, Ste 100 Indio, CA 92201 760.773.2233 heirloomcraftkitchen.com

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The food scene in Greater Palm Springs is a melting pot of flavor, spice and savory goodness. A palate passport of hidden gems line the streets inviting all who wander in.

You can travel the world through taste without ever having to leave the Coachella Valley! Fusions of flavors meet the clash of old and new to create something completely unique and 100 percent delicious. Don’t know where to start? Here is a guide to some of the most mouthwatering tacos, delectable pizza, Instagramworthy sushi and everything in between, all available right here in Greater Palm Springs.

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Short Rib Tacos

Watermelon Margarita

Shrimp Tacos

Lean With It Guac With It

AND YES, WE KNOW IT'S EXTRA

MUST ORDER: HEIRLOOM CARROT TACOS The Mexican food at El Jefe is as vibrant and colorful as its location, The Saguaro Hotel. Traditional quesadillas, tacos and tortas are enhanced with ingredients like watercress, pickled onions and Mexican cheese! Try their latest— Heirloom Carrot Tacos made with house-made requeson, arbol sauce, cotija cheese and toasted sesame. e

EL JEFE 1800 E Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.322.1900 www.thesaguaro.com

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Celebrate Margarita Monday

VEGGIE TALES

MUST ORDER: ROASTED CAULIFLOWER e Modern, clean and palatable food dominate the menu at Justin. The Roasted Cauliflower is not only a tasty combination of celeriac soubise, beet tartare and chimichurri, but vegan and gluten-free as well.

JUSTIN 68784 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 760.904.4093 | www.justinrestaurant.com

Photos - El Jefe: Laura Perkins | Adobe Grill: La Quinta Resort & Club | bluEmber: bluEmber at Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

MUST ORDER: HOUSE MARGARITA e Order a round for the table! Get the most bang for your buck with the $5 house margaritas made of Torada Tequila, sweet and sour and Triple Sec. RIO AZUL PALM SPRINGS 350 S Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.992.5641 rioazulpalmsprings.com

Live It Up on Taco Tuesday TACO TRUCKS WORTH THE TRAFFIC MUST ORDER: PORK TACO WITH DRIED FRUIT AND APPLE CIDER SAUCE Serving: Greater Palm Springs Area

MUST ORDER: SUNSET MARGARITA e When the sun goes down take a sip of this!

The lounge’s namesake is made of “barrel select“ reposado by Herradura, Cointreau and agave sunset fresh margarita mix!

AGAVE SUNSET LOUNGE 44600 Indian Wells Ln Indian Wells, CA 92210 760.674.4165 www.hyatt.com

CARTE BLANCHE GOURMET 480.277.1102 carteblanchegourmet.com

MUST ORDER: SPICY AHI TACO Serving: Southern California THE LIME TRUCK 949.232.0690 www.thelimetruck.com

MUST ORDER: AÑEJO HONEY MARGARITA e bluEmber infuses Patrón Añejo with a bouquet of vanilla, caramel and oak with subtle ocean salt notes, and shakes it up with Grand Marnier, fresh lime and honey.

BLUEMBER 41000 Bob Hope Dr Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 760.834.2110 www.omnihotels.com MUST ORDER: CUCUMBER JALAPEÑO MARGARITA e This refreshing margarita has a kick. It is made of Partida Silver tequila, fresh jalapeño, cucumber and agave nectar.

LAS CASUELAS NUEVAS 70050 CA-111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 760.328.8844 lascasuelasnuevas.com

MUST ORDER: GRILLED MIXED VEGETABLE TACOS Serving: Southern California SOHO TACO 714.793.9392 www.sohotaco.com

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CABEZA TACOS This taqueria provides an extensive variety of authentic Mexican flavors! Whether it be the tender cabeza tacos on maize tortillas or breakfast Huevos Rancheros, there is sure to be something for everyone. e

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TACOS DE CAMARON

TACO TRIO PLATE

Like the rest of the menu at this restaurant, El Mexicali Cafe offers classic flavors seasoned to perfection! Get more of your seafood fix here with the Tacos de Camaron, stuffed with shrimp on a soft or crispy shell.

Can’t decide which taco to order? Try one of each! The taco trio comes with three authentic flavors—our favorite of which is the traditional carnitas al pastor, filled with pork carnitas, onion, cilantro, grilled pineapple and radish.

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TAQUERIA TLAQUEPAQUE 362 S Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.325.1125 www.taqueriatlaquepaquerest.com

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EL MEXICALI CAFE 82720 Indio Blvd Indio, CA 92201 760.347.1280 www.elmexicalicafe.com

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ADOBE GRILL 49499 Eisenhower Dr La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.5700 www.laquintaresort.com/dining/ adobe-grill

The classic taco de carne asada is made to perfection at La Noria. Wrapped in tortillas de maiz, it’s one of their most popular plates.

Authentic, appetizing, homemade-style food is the specialty here!

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LA NORIA 49613 Harrison St Coachella, CA 92236 760.398.8131 www.facebook.com/FondaLaNoria

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“Chicken Fried” by Zac Brown Band

“Birthday Cake” by Rihanna

“Passionfruit” by Drake

“American Pie” by Don McLean

“Biscuits” by Kacey Musgraves

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Indulge in These Italian Classics

POUND FOR POUND

MUST ORDER: BAKED MOSTACCIOLI

MUST ORDER: MILLIONAIRE BURGER e Bite into the juicy ground NY strip steak on brioche bread and house sauce of the Millionaire Burger. You can even get doubly indulgent and add an egg or beer cheese for a punch of flavor.

JUNE HILL'S TABLE 51750 Polo Club Dr Indio, CA 92201 760.797.7229 www.junehillstable.com

Best Wines to Pair With Pizza

MUST ORDER: BABY BACK RIBS e The smoky, slow cooked flavors at Babe’s will make any barbecue aficionado feel like they are in food heaven.

Get an order of Baby Back Ribs to fit your fancy—the order comes served with your choice of true barbecue sides including baked beans or corn on the cob.

BABE’S BBQ & BREWHOUSE 71800 Hwy 111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 760.346.8738 www.babesbbque.com

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QUATTRO STAGIONI PIZZA

PREMIUM PIZZA

SOUTH OF THE BORDER

RANCHO MIRAGE SPECIAL

Give your pizza a Mexican twist with Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill’s South of the Border pizza with a base of pizza sauce and beans, topped with chicken, mozzarella, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, bell peppers, black olives and jalapeños, then sprinkled with lettuce and sour cream.

Norma’s is like enjoying a family dinner! A local favorite, the Rancho Mirage Special is made of pepperoni, sausage, jalapeños, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, green peppers, black and green olives, and onions. We’ll take two!

This popular Italian eatery is known for being a Palm Springs hot spot. Everything on their menu is worth an Insta-snap, but try the Quattro Stagioni Pizza with ingredients like artichoke, ham, mushroom and ricotta for a truly tantalizing meal!

BIRBA 622 N Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.327.5678 www.birbaps.com

Il Corso is the perfect spot for traditional Italian food in a trendy locale. You can opt for an authentic margherita pizza, but we suggest going all out with their woodfired premium pizza that’s covered in Italian ham, spicy salami, prosciutto, sausage, salami or anchovies and all the cheesy goodness you can handle.

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IL CORSO 73520 El Paseo, Ste B Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.341.6700 www.ilcorsocv.com

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NORMA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN 42418 Bob Hope Dr Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 760.834.8738 www.normasitaliankitchen.com

STUFT PIZZA BAR & GRILL 78015 Main St, Ste 100 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.777.9989 www.stuftpizzabarandgrill.com

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England: Sweet Corn

France: Fried Egg

Hawaii: Pineapple

Costa Rica: Coconut

CIRO’S RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA 81963 Hwy 111 Indio, CA 92201 760.347.6503 www.cirosofindio.com MUST ORDER: STEAK SINATRA

e Frank Sinatra himself was a regular at Johnny’s and he would bring his Rat Pack along with him.

Try the classic Italian cuisine that was enjoyed by Ol’ Blue Eyes himself!

JOHNNY COSTA’S RISTORANTE 440 S Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.325.4556 www.johnnycostaspalmsprings.com MUST ORDER: SPAGHETTI AI FRUTTI DE MARE

Transport yourself to Italy without ever leaving the city with dishes like the Spaghetti Ai Frutti De Mare, which translates to “fruit of the sea.” The dish is made of calamari, clams, mussels, salmon, scallops and tiger shrimp. e

KALURA TRATTORIA ITALIANA 124 S Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.323.4748 www.kalura-trattoria.com

Photos - Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill: Provided by Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill | Fortun's Kitchen + Bar: Laura Perkins

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The menu at Ciro’s is full of traditional bites like ravioli and lasagna. Try the cheesy, meaty goodness of their Baked Mostaccioli, and you’ll swear you’re sitting in a restaurant in the middle of Italy.

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MUST ORDER: GUANCIALE TRUFFLE PIZZA e Delight your taste buds with some of the finer things in life with truffle pizza! Topped with white sauce, mozzarella cheese, buttered leeks, mushrooms, cured pork cheeks, truffle pecorino romano and rosemary, your taste buds will develop a fondness for the finer things in life.

FORTUN'S KITCHEN + BAR 78085 Avenida La Fonda La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.8744 www.fortunskitchen.com

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Sushi Me Rollin’

JUST ADD SOY SAUCE

Wagyu Beef Carpaccio

MUST ORDER: OCTOPUS CARPACCIO Whiskey and sushi meet in sweet symphony at Sandfish!

Grab a drink and order the Octopus Carpaccio, a signature dish of sliced octopus served with ponzu, preserved lemon, citron oil, herb oil, chives, micro greens and sesame seeds. e

SANDFISH 1556 N Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.537.1022 www.sandfishps.com

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Sweet Idea

All in a Day’s Work THE RITZ-CARLTON, RANCHO MIRAGE’S SOMMELIER PAUL BOLOGNA WALKED US THROUGH A DAY IN HIS LIFE

MUST ORDER: PALM SUGAR WAFFLES e Start your morning right with some palm sugar waffles served with Nueske applewood bacon and topped with housemade cherry butter! The contemporary California menu at Grand Central will be sure to fuel you for any meal.

GRAND CENTRAL 160 La Plaza Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.699.7185 grandcentralpalmsprings.com

VENDOR MEETINGS e “Half of the days of the

week I meet with wine vendors who are eager to pour their best wines to make it on our resort wine list. I seek out rare wines, often the types sold at wine auctions.”

MUST ORDER: CLASSIC GERMAN PANCAKE e Elmer’s most popular dish, the classic German pancake is simply topped with lemon wedges, whipped butter and powdered sugar. If you want to get indulgent, top it with tripleberry, strawberry, cinnamon apple or lingonberry butter.

ELMER'S RESTAURANT 1030 E Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.327.8419 www.eatatelmers.com

Photos - Sandfish: Laura Perkins | The Venue Sushi Bar & Sake Lounge: Kenneth Alexander Scott | Paul Bologna: Provided by Paul Bologna

SHIFT SHOWTIME e “Whether it’s a 90-minute wine tasting or four hours of fine dining wine service, the very essence of my job is now on display. I want to ensure that a guest feels comfortable so they can ask any question without feeling awkward.”

EYES AND EARS e “An important part

of my job is to read guests and listen to their questions—it is often the difference between a good dining experience and a great dining experience. Because we offer many hard to get, allocated wines, part of the fun of my job is to introduce a new wine that a guest has never had before.”

PLAYING CATCH UP e “After a wine tasting or after a dinner shift, my day is hardly over—it is often the time I catch up on updating the wine list and preparing handouts for the servers for the following day.”

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NEW KYU

SPICY TUNA TOSTADA

DOMO ARIGATO

POPCORN LOBSTER

With a focus on fresh ingredients and inventive dishes, this sushi spot offers unique and innovative specialties. Indulge in the New Kyu specialty roll, made of hamachi, tuna, salmon, cucumber and tobiko wrapped in soy paper.

Itadakimasu!

The extensive menu of Japanese cuisine here provides customers with a variety of rolls, nigiri and more!

The Spicy Tuna Tostada, a bestseller, is made with spicy tuna, spicy aioli teriyaki sauce, chives, feta, sesame seeds and micro greens all topped on crispy gyoza chips.

Domo prides itself in precise and flavorful dishes.

Using fresh ingredients as the medium for their culinary art, the Domo Arigato is a perfect example of this with shrimp tempura, crab, spicy tuna, avocado and cucumber topped with tuna, salmon, mango and tobiko!

Sushi is a family affair at this local spot. Hamachi mixes Latino and Asian ingredients to create the perfect fusion menu. The Popcorn Lobster is a mouthwatering affair of tempura lobster piled over a cucumber, crab and avocado roll on soy paper, all topped with Sriracha, spicy mayo and eel sauce.

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OKURA ROBATA GRILL & SUSHI BAR 78370 Hwy 111, Ste 150 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.5820 www.okurasushi.com

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THE VENUE SUSHI BAR & SAKE LOUNGE 73-111 El Paseo, Ste 103 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.346.1500 www.thevenuepalmdesert.com

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DOMO SUSHI 73655 El Paseo, Suite L and M Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.610.5760 www.domosushielpaseo.com

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HAMACHI SUSHI 31855 Date Palm Dr, Ste 11 Cathedral City, CA 92234 760.832.6160 www.hamachisushicc.com

PREP FOR SUCCESS e “I look at the reservations for the upcoming few days and plan for more meetings with wine vendors. The cycle only ends with a day off—but that's okay, some days my liver needs a break!”

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Italy Parmiaga-no. It may be a favorite add-on in the US, but Italians suggest keeping the Parm off their pizza and pasta unless the dish calls for it.

Russia Don’t pass on the vodka!

It’s considered rude to decline vodka when offered at meetings, group events or festivities.

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Show Me the Stats

Make the Swap SWITCH OUT UNHEALTHY FAVORITES FOR HEALTH-FOCUSED SUBSTITUTIONS

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A study in the US National Library of Medicine shows that more than $15.5 billion was spent on the retail sales of gluten-free foods in 2016, more than double the amount spent in 2011. e

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e A vegetarian diet is associated with weight reduction, improved blood pressure and a lower prevalence of type 2 diabetes according to a paper published in the US National Library of Medicine.

Palm Springs has a booming foodie bubble to meet all your dietary or health needs. Gone are the days of lettuce and frozen patties being the only options for people with food restrictions.

Vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian and glutenfree food doesn’t have to be bland and boring!

All the items on this list are delicious, wellthought-out dishes with impeccable flavors.

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Vegan

Gluten-Free

Pescatarian

Vegetarian

REPLACE THIS: TUNA SANDWICH

REPLACE THIS: CLASSIC PANCAKES

REPLACE THIS: CARNITAS TACOS

REPLACE THIS: BURGER

WITH THIS: TU”NO” ON RYE

WITH THIS: VEGAN BLUEBERRY PANCAKES

WITH THIS: FISH OR SHRIMP TACOS

WITH THIS: VEGETARIAN BEYOND BURGER

e Skip the basic grilled cheese and indulge in a real sandwich! This rye bread sandwich says ‘no’ to regular tuna and is filled with “chickpea-of-the-sea” tu“no” salad, tomato, lettuce and mayo. All of the flavor without any of the fish!

CHEF TANYA'S KITCHEN 706 S Eugene Rd Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.832.9007 www.cheftanyapetrovna.com

Made with almond and coconut flour and topped with vegan butter and real maple syrup, this sweet stack will keep you asking for more. All of the food at Wildest Greens is organic and farm-to-table so you will be getting the freshest grub. e

WILDEST GREENS 72990 El Paseo, Ste 3 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.636.0441 www.wildestgreens.com

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LA PALAPA 34351 Date Palm Dr, Ste 3A Cathedral City, CA 92234 760.324.6420

The Vegetarian Beyond Burger tastes better than any meat burger you’ve ever had, but don’t be fooled—no animals were harmed in the making of this burger!

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REVEL PUBLIC HOUSE 140 S Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.325.9464 www.revelps.com

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CAFÉ PALMETTO AT THE RIVIERA PALM SPRINGS RESORT

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e It’s hard to pick just one colorful wall to snap a pic of in Palm Springs, but if you can only grab one, make it of the vibrant green wallpaper of Cafe Palmetto. This print, custom-created by fashion designer Matthew Williamson is a smattering of bright colors, geometric patterns and pop art-inspired silhouettes that will make all your followers jealous.

GET THE GRAM AT THESE INSTA-WORTHY SPOTS AROUND GREATER PALM SPRINGS!

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INSTA HERE: Hidden Hot Dogs

CAFÉ PALMETTO AT THE RIVIERA PALM SPRINGS RESORT 1600 N Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.327.8311 www.rivierapalmsprings.com

INSTA HERE: Designer Wallpaper

FRANKINBUN 540 S Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.318.4841 www.frankinbun.com

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INSTA HERE: AwardWinning Decor

WORKSHOP KITCHEN + BAR 800 N Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.459.3451 workshoppalmsprings.com

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THE PINK CABANA 44-985 Province Way Indian Wells, CA 92210 760.321.3771 www.sandshotelandspa.com

INSTA HERE: Frida Kahlo Wall AZÚCAR IN LA SERENA VILLAS 339 S Belardo Rd Palm Springs, CA 92262 844.932.8044 azucarpalmsprings.com

EVZIN 411 E Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92264 760.656.8764 www.evzincuisine.com

2. @coachellaeats 3. @notesbycin 4. @foodie_palm_springs 5. @palmspringseats 6. @thelittlecookieco 7. @palmspringsadventurer 8. @brookesstylediary

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You Want a Piece of This?

TIFFANY’S SWEET SPOT IS MAKING LIFE SWEETER ONE UNICORN CAKE AT A TIME

WRITTEN BY: SIERRA CHAPDELAINE PHOTOGRAPHED BY: LAURA PERKINS

The thought of sugar alone makes our mouths water; this craving always leads us into Tiffany’s Sweet Spot.

Whoever said gravity was the hardest thing to defy obviously never had a sweet tooth. The thought of sugar alone makes our mouths water; this craving always leads us into Tiffany’s Sweet Spot to be satisfied after we inevitably give in. All fresh and made to order, owner and baker Tiffany Thorpe serves up a wide variety of delightful desserts, from cupcakes, cookies and cakes to cinnamon rolls, cake pops and macarons.

Although known for her cupcakes, she also makes lovely cakes as well—most notably the Unicorn Cake, which tastes just as magical on the inside as it looks on the outside. The best part? The color scheme and flavor are your choice! Thorpe uses both a delicious American buttercream and an Italian Meringue on the base of the cake before her team fashions the enchanting ears and horn out of a tender, delectable fondue that your Insta-feed needs.

W Unique-orn • The inspiration behind the Unicorn Cake came when Thorpe was searching for a birthday cake to make for her daughter’s seventh birthday. After making it and posting a photo, everybody had to have it.

Close Quarters • The team at Tiffany’s may create largerthan-life creations, but they keep their baking squad small with just seven employees!

Home Base • Before her sweet success in the Coachella Valley, Thorpe started on a smaller scale, originally selling desserts out of her kitchen.

Aside from this edible, mystical creature, Tiffany’s Sweet Spot serves a variety of other cakes as well, these ones being more subtle and simple, but delicious nonetheless.

With countless flavors and colors to choose from, these grab-and-go, celebration-style buttercream cakes are perfect for any occasion, and Thorpe is more than willing to write a little something special on it for you!

However, if your eyes are bigger than your stomach, Tiffany’s Sweet Spot has 21 diverse flavors of cupcake options to choose from.

With everything from a traditional chocolate cupcake to complex flavor profiles such as tres leches (which happens to be their best seller), you can consider your sweet tooth covered no matter the craving size.

But the hometown bakery has spread its roots out further than just its La Quinta home. Tiffany’s Sweet Spot has become such a master in the sweets world that they were even featured on Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars” to battle it out among other cupcake connoisseurs! Thorpe, a mother of four, notes her children were a substantial reason as to why she started the business to begin with.

It is a business that was started out of pure love; love that is embedded in each and every dessert that is curated in the charming little bakery. You won’t find specialty desserts like these anywhere in the Coachella Valley.

TIFFANY’S SWEET SPOT 79410 CA-111, Ste 101 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.360.1329 www.tiffanyssweetspot.com

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Gone Gardens to The

Photos - Melissa Bandli, Ruth Marie Photography, Wilma & Frieda, Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza, Pacifica’s Seafood Restaurant, Tommy Bahama, Mastro’s & Sullivan’s Steakhouse

DINE YOUR WAY THROUGH THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO

WRITTEN BY: CRYSTAL HARRELL

THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO 73545 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.862.1990 www.thegardensonelpaseo.com

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Spending a day shopping in sunny Greater Palm Springs can make you work up an appetite. While you’re picking up the hottest trends, why not also treat yourself to some delicious dishes? The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert offers not only high-end and oneof-a-kind retailers, but also fine dining experiences that will leave your mouth watering and your belly full. So plan ahead for a day of culinary indulgence ranging from cozy cafe settings to luxurious, savory getaways that will make you come back for more—did we mention there are fun events, too?

From pizza traditionalists to health-conscious connoisseurs, everyone can grab a pie at Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza—even the kids won’t say no to this cheesy goodness! Those who prefer a classic pie can opt for their traditional Tuscan pizza, while sensitive eaters can get a glutenfree, organic arugula and pear pizza. It’s so good you won’t even realize the menu is created using organic and local ingredients!

Child’s Pose, Everyone!

SAMMY’S WOODFIRED PIZZA 73595 El Paseo Rd Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.836.0500 www.sammyspizza.com

Practice Under The Palms

Every Saturday until March 16, The Gardens On El Paseo is hosting Ara Pilates + Movement on the Center Lawn in front of Saks Fifth Avenue. This eightweek pop up will allow you to get your stretch on from 9-10 a.m.!

THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO CENTER LAWN 73545 El Paseo Palm Desert CA 92260 760.862.1990 thegardensonelpaseo.com

Early Bird Gets the Waffle You need to fuel up to shop ‘til you drop! Start your morning right at Wilma & Frieda, a comfort food cafe that serves up a stellar selection of egg and pastry dishes. Get your fill with the Sky’s the Limit, a classic plate of three eggs, sausage and bacon, housemade potatoes, a house-made biscuit or English muffin and french toast or pancakes! For a more indulgent dish, order the churro waffle, a cinnamon sugar-crusted waffle topped with Madagascar vanilla crème anglaise.

WILMA & FRIEDA 73575 El Paseo, Ste 2310 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.773.2807 www.wilmafrieda.com

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Sunset Dining • Along El Paseo, you’ll find a number of eateries with jawdropping, secondstory, sunset views. Make reservations at Pacifica's Seafood Restaurant to be seated on the balcony during their two-course sunset dinners.

Taste of the Sea Fresh fish in the desert? Pacifica’s Seafood Restaurant has some of the best. From their Tuscan-style escolar with prosciutto, cannellini beans, sundried tomatoes and fried leeks to their mustard catfish with panko bread, a chile herb marinade, a green onion emulsion, yukon potato-corn and bell pepper succotash, they’re known for their quality ingredients.

Grab a few friends and take a break with the popular build-your-own seafood platter or oysters on the half shell.

PACIFICA’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 73505 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.674.8666 www.pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com

Photos - Melissa Bandli, Ruth Marie Photography, Wilma & Frieda, Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza, Pacifica’s Seafood Restaurant, Tommy Bahama, Mastro’s, Daniel Eslinger, Greg Peterson & Sullivan’s Steakhouse

TV Spot • Wilma & Frieda was featured in a March 2017 episode of “Diners, DriveIns, and Dives.”

It’s Guy Fieri approved!

To Pie For

Lunch in the Tropics For a touch of tropical flavor, head on over to Tommy Bahama and enjoy an unforgettable lunch. To add a bit of realism to the restaurant’s island vibes, opt for the Macadamia Nut Crusted Snapper, topped with Hawaiian red sea salt, grilled asparagus, almond rice and wasabi soy beurre blanc. They also have a vegetarian and gluten-free menu available for those with a more sensitive palate, and a view that will almost make you forget how good the food is! Almost!

TOMMY BAHAMA 73595 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.836.0188 www.tommybahama.com

The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert offers not only high-end and one-of-a-kind retailers, but also fine dining experiences that will leave your mouth watering and your belly full.

Raising the Steaks As the evening settles in, wander over to the upscale Mastro’s, where you’ll find juicy cuts sure to satisfy your taste buds. Popular appetizers include the Beef Carpaccio and Dungeness Crab Cocktail, but the restaurant’s signature steaks steal the show, most notably the “Chef’s Cut” New York strip, the BoneIn Kansas City Strip and the Bone-In Ribeye. Keep in mind that Mastro’s enforces a strict upscale dress code, so dress to impress!

MASTRO’S 73405 El Paseo, Ste 120 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.776.6777 www.mastrosrestaurants.com

Save Room For Dessert Finish off your day with a scrumptious dessert at Sullivan’s that’s so dangerously sweet that you will forget you were ever on a diet. The Chocolate Meltdown is presented tableside and made from a hot chocolate sauce and ganache dome that opens to reveal a flourless chocolate torte with chocolate mousse and fresh raspberries.

With live musical entertainment, it’s a posh place to end the day.

SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE 73505 El Paseo, Ste 2600 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.341.3560 www.sullivanssteakhouse.com

Dinner and a Show Break up your day of shopping and dining with a little entertainment! The 21st Annual Concert Series runs every Saturday through March 16th with names like Lisa & The Gents, The John Stanley King Band and PDHS Choir performing to benefit local charities and nonprofits in the desert. Plus light bites are provided from local restaurants and eateries in The Gardens on El Paseo!

THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO CENTER LAWN 73545 El Paseo Palm Desert CA 92260 760.862.1990 www.thegardensonelpaseo.com

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“We tried to keep the number of ingredients low, so you don’t have all these battling flavors with the wine.”

—Chef Milligan

YOU’ VE GOT TO TRY THI S!

• The refreshing and flavorful tuna tataki makes an excellent match with Domaine Drouhin’s Author Chardonnay. Or, if you fancy red wine, go for the seared duck breast, which pairs seamlessly with pinot noir. To top off the evening? A classically cool strawberry cake.

THE LIVING DESERT ZOO AND GARDENS 47900 Portola Ave Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.346.5694 www.livingdesert.org

NATI VE KNOWL EDGE:

Wild About Wine HOW TO UNWIND AND UNCORK AT THE LIVING DESERT ZOO AND GARDENS

• The Winemaker’s Series is exclusively for members of The Living Desert. To get the inside scoop on this series and more, sign up for a membership, which includes a year of unlimited daytime zoo admission, guest passes, access to member-only events, discounts and more!

WRITTEN BY: JENNIFER PELLERITO • PHOTOGRAPHED BY: SANDRA COLBERT

This spring, there’s more than wild animals at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Another year of the exclusive Winemaker Series has returned, and with it comes an impressive offering of wine selections with gourmet cuisines to match. Set over a series of four evenings in four months, the Winemaker’s Dinners at

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The Living Desert showcase the best selections from wineries across various wine regions.

“We developed menus around the wines. For whichever season or month, we focused on ingredients that made sense during that time,” says Executive Chef Michael Milligan.

Each evening of the series is designed by a theme. Whether ‘Classically Cool,’ ‘Locations,’ ‘Zinfest’ or ‘Country’ themed, guests can expect a menu curated with fresh, seasonal

items. For example, ‘Locations’ honors winemaking traditions from around the world. Paella is served alongside red wine made with grapes sourced from Spain; likewise, an Italian-style red is paired with veal-stuffed cannelloni. The food forms the foundation for the flavors of the accompanying wine, rather than overpowering them. “We tried to keep the number of ingredients low, so you don’t have all these battling flavors with the wine,” Chef Milligan

describes. And to ensure an effortless dining experience, Chef Milligan and the sommeliers from the featured winery attend each dinner.

Hosted in different locations across the zoo grounds, the Winemaker’s Series brings guests indoors and outdoors for an experience integrated with the surrounding scenery.

The Santa Rosa Mountains serve as a romantic backdrop on Savannah’s Landing, while The District Commissioner’s

House offers a stunning indoor dining experience. Don’t be surprised to hear distant howls or squawking from a few of the zoo’s residents—animal encounters do happen. “It’s a neat way to experience the zoo in a new way,” Milligan says. “It gives an opportunity to showcase what [the zoo] is able to do from a culinary perspective.” Just make sure the giraffes don’t sneak the zucchini roulades off your plate!

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ARIGATO, TOKYO Sisters Jocelyn and Justine of HangryDiary Have Your Tokyo Travel Guide Ready WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY: HANGRYDIARY

HANGRYDIARY @hangrydiary www.hangrydiary.com

HangryDiary is a food diary my sister (Justine) and I (Jocelyn) founded when we graduated from UCLA and USC. We loved exploring new restaurants, and that was our inspiration for becoming food bloggers. If you want to run into us, you can try seeking us out at the hottest restaurants in town. We’ll be the two holding cameras and taking an obscene amount of time getting that perfect shot of the dishes! We’re showing you our favorite spots for a day in Tokyo—a lot of food at hard-to-reserve restaurants, a trendy place to stay and places to explore included. Get your passport ready—we’re off to Japan.

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FOODIE Noon LUNCH 昼御飯 “We always call Japan a pancake wonderland. Our recent favorite is the big fluffy pancake that you should eat like a cake.”

Ú Mikawa-Zezankyo is one of the top traditional tempura places in Tokyo. Master Tetsuya Saotome (aka God of Tempura) has been making tempura for over 50 years.

He told us: “Tempura is my practice of aesthetics as a creature.” Chef Saotome varies the coating and frying methods. One of the highlights of our meal was anago (sea eel). When serving the anago, Chef Saotome used a long, metal utensil to slice the eel into two. It was truly amazing!

P R I C E: ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ T OK YO T IP : The handwritten menu is beautifully complemented with his drawings. The meal is completed with special calligraphy drawn and signed by Chef himself.

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B R EA K FA S T 朝 御 飯 Ú We always call Japan a

pancake wonderland. Our recent favorite is the big, fluffy pancake that you should eat like a cake. Ginza West Aoyama Garden has a rich history of over four decades. The perfectlyshaped, pillowy pancake is so fluffy! We went an hour early before the cafe opened and chose to sit on the patio, enjoying the perfect weather while taking huge bites.

P R I C E: ¥ ¥ T OK YO T I P : Visit the store at least 30 minutes before it opens!

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Michelin Star-Rated Restaurants

If It's Good Enough For The Pros, It's Good Enough For Us

TWO M ICHE L IN S TA RS Ú Chef Zaiyu Hasegawa puts

a magical twist on the dining experience to make it playful and kawaii, yet is still rooted in the classic kaiseki cuisine.

His signature garDen salad is made with emoji carrots and 20 vegetables harvested daily from the garden, and at the end of the meal, Chef and his dog Puchi will bid you farewell.

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TWO M ICHE L IN S TA RS Ú Chef Noboru Arai creates

a fusion between French and Japanese cuisine. He is wellknown for using ingredients from around the world and employing classic French cooking techniques. We could tell that all the dishes were prepared with a lot of effort and incredible skills. The meal was extremely impressive.

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O NE M ICHE L IN S TA R Ú We’re not huge fans of eel,

but after trying the unagi (aka eel) at Obana, our feelings toward eel have changed.

The unagi has one Michelin Star and is charcoal grilled to perfection and seasoned with sweet, caramelized sauce.

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D I N N ER 晩 御飯 Ú Yakitori Omino is the

“You can expect to find yourself standing beneath waterfalls, wandering through a forest of flowers, followed by waves in five unique areas.”

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ENJOY A MUS E UM 博 物 館 Ú teamLab Borderless is a

group of artwork that forms one borderless world. You can expect to find yourself standing beneath waterfalls, wandering through a forest of flowers, followed by waves in five unique areas. Be amazed as you explore this new world created by 520 computers and 470 projectors.

PRICE: ¥¥ TOKYO TIP: You have to see this! Our favorite is the everchanging room with scattered petals that grow, bloom, wither and die in an endless cycle.

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place to get your skewered chicken fix. Yakitori Omino is headed by Chef Masayoshi Komino, who trained for six years in Meguro's Michelin one star restaurant Torishiki, and uses the highest quality date chicken with the finest flavor. If you choose to go with omakase, you can experience a variety of chicken parts such as thigh, liver, gizzard, heart, tail and more! If you’re still hungry, you can also order their oyako-don! It is a risotto with date chicken and kodawari shirotamako, or white egg.

P R I C E: ¥ ¥ ¥ MORI BUILDING DIGITAL ART MUSEUM: TEAMLAB BORDERLESS

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TIM E TO TU RN IN ホテル Ú Look no further than

The Celestine Hotel Ginza.

The hotel faces the worldrenowned main shopping street of Ginza and is steps away from high-quality restaurants with easy access to the train station. We were welcomed by the friendly team who went above and beyond to provide clear directions to all sightseeing spots and even ordered admission tickets for us!

P RICE : ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥ TO K Y O TIP : In the superior twin room, they provide not only regular amenities but also extra amenity kits from Bvlgari and Shiseido!

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D ES S ERT デ ザ ー ト Ú Do you recognize this fruit

tart? You may have seen it all over IG! It is a Frenchinspired Japanese pastry served at Été, which is located in a residential area near Yoyogi Park.

It is the most exclusive, seasonal fruit tart from artist and chef Natsuko Shoji!

Every bite is juicy, sweet and memorable. Packaged in a jewelry box, the fruit tart is skillfully crafted in three layers, with a buttery, sable cookie crust, topped with special custard, edible “roses,” mango from Miyazaki, or other seasonal fruits with gold flakes or a sugar butterfly.

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“The hotel faces the worldrenowned main shopping street of Ginza and is steps away from high-quality restaurants with easy access to the train station.”

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“My favorite item from my shopping day was an amazing bag in white color that I bought at the Saint Laurent store. It is the classical "College" model in medium size that I was craving for! You'll see it soon on my blog and Instagram!”

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“My favorite item I got was… my new Paige black denim, skinny, high-waisted jeans!

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Sustainably sourced, each piece is delicately made by hand through a meticulous process that preserves jewelry-making traditions passed down for centuries. You’ll see and feel the personal touch of the artist in every detail.

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All Hail All Saints

“My favorite item would have to be my denim I bought from AllSaints! I got an amazing deal and I love their stuff.”

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“My favorite pieces I purchased are my White Balenciaga Ceinture Boots and my Balenciaga Classic Mini Wallet.”

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“My favorite piece I purchased is white huarache sneakers from Nike.”

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Paige Ú Turning heads has never been so easy. Try on a pair of denim

jeans at Paige and you’ll understand what all the buzz is about.

Carried in high-end department stores like Bergdorf Goodman, Paige has quickly taken the world of denim over by storm.

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Hannah Morgan Lifestyle and Fashion Blogger @hannahmorgan

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THERE ARE A FEW NECESSITIES YOU NEED WHILE TRAVELING—a toothbrush, a change of clothes, your phone charger—but what does any of that matter if you show up to your weekend getaway empty-handed? Let's be real, no one wants to be that guy (or girl). If you’re the one who shows up expecting to live off of others’ libations, flip the pages and take our advice to bring these drinks on your next adventure.

We have your weekend bag packed—drinks included. Whether it’s a Saturday with the bros, an R&R weekend for you and your girl squad, a birthday celebration or a romantic time for two, you’re about to go from “that guy” to “that guy!”

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Straw Hat Van De Vort Red Rockbird Sunglasses Saint Owen

TAN LINES? Don't fear a shorts tan. Bring your favorite pair of denim shorts that you slide on while sitting at the poolside bar and take off when you're ready to take a break from the sun and swim.

Striped Bathing Suit Van De Vort

Tassel Earrings Pigment Coconut Body Oil Van De Vort

Denim Shorts Van De Vort

Corona Extra Canteen Woven Handbag Gold Diggers

BUT MAKE IT FASHION Pack your best straw hat so you can look good while you lounge and achieve the golden glow and ditch the sunburn.

Slides Van De Vort Couples Journal Pigment

Turkish Towel sparkle + toast {EVENTS} Tropical Paradise Chocolate Bar Pigment

Pom Pom Garland sparkle + toast {EVENTS}

Sunscreen Coola

“Unicorn Snot” Sparkly Sunscreen Pigment

Boardshorts Faherty Corona Extra www.coronausa.com /// Gold Diggers @Gold_diggers Saint Owen www.saint-owen.myshopify.com /// Coola www.coolasuncare.com Pigment www.shoppigment.com /// Faherty www.fahertybrand.com sparkle + toast {EVENTS} www.sparkleandtoast.com Shop Van De Vort www.shopvandevort.com

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NO WIFI, NO PROBLEM Be prepared and go old school with a cocktail recipe book in case cell service is spotty.

Cocktail “Road Trip” Book Graffiti Beach

Tacos Hat Pigment

Dry Shampoo Powder Graffiti Beach

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Mini Incense Kit Graffiti Beach Spiced Citrus Beard Softener Graffiti Beach Mini Craft Cocktail Set Pigment

Mexican Wrestler Bottle Opener Hi Sweetheart Boutique

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Road Trip Tee Graffiti Beach Sailor Jerry Rum www.sailorjerry.com /// Graffiti Beach www.shopgraffitibeach.com Pigment www.shoppigment.com /// Faherty www.fahertybrand.com Hi Sweetheart Boutique www.hi-sweets.com

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It’s My Party G O S H AW T Y, I T ’ S Y O U R B I R T H D AY

JUST BEAD IT Don’t head to a party without the right bag in tow! Store your gloss, phone and cards in a chic, little, eyecatching clutch!

LIGHT MY FIRE Ditch the monogrammed candies and opt for something with a little spark. Design custom matches to let your party guests know they’re one-of-a-kind.

Birthday Crown Where’s The Party?

Pom Pom Garland sparkle + toast {EVENTS}

Lucite Block Heels Van De Vort

Beaded Clutch Van De Vort Custom Birthday Matches Graffiti Beach

Party Poppers Where's The Party?

Chunky Bracelet Van De Vort

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Birthday Cards Pigment Disco Ball Tumbler Where’s The Party?

Marble Candles and Palm Napkins Geese & Ganders

Mini Piñata Where’s The Party?

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Weekend Vibes Duffle Pigment

Let’s Go, Girls CAN I BORROW YOUR SUNGLASSES?

Rose-QuartzInfused Bath Salts Pigment

Yellow Acrylic Handbag Pigment

Cat Eye Sunglasses Van De Vort

SHINE AND SHIMMER No need to wait for that golden glow— stay glowing all weekend long with this Illuminating Body Oil!

Rose Quartz Illuminating Body Oil Pigment

Gold Cross Earrings Van De Vort

Green Juice Gummies Pigment

Loose Leaf Tea Jar with Sugar Cubes Van De Vort

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Bandeau Bikini Van De Vort Trinket Dish Van De Vort

Water Bottle Pigment H2-WOAH In between those mouthwatering meals, stay hydrated by keeping this cute water bottle close by…your skin says thank you in advance!

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I’m Nikki Prendergast, a fashion and lifestyle blogger now splitting time between Huntington Beach and Palm Springs. My husband and I have been escaping to the desert for as long as I can remember, and since buying a home in Palm Springs in 2017, we’ve made it our mission to explore all that the area has to offer. We love the midcentury-modern vibes, the desert views, the restaurants, shops and the fact that we can bring along our vizsla pups, Weeze and Wilma, to so many places. This time, I’m sneaking off to El Paseo in Palm Desert, located in the middle of the Coachella Valley, for some shopping, dining and maybe a little pampering.

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Candice Held Ú This one was a

NIKKI PRENDERGAST www.mystylediaries.com @mystylediaries

new one for me, but holy silks! It’s seriously the store of my resort-lifestyle dreams. Inspired by the timeless silk scarf and stocked with the most beautiful scarves, caftans, vintage sunglasses, midcentury-style jewelry and more, Candice Held screams Palm Springs luxe.

If you’ve got a thing for vintage style, bold colors or animal prints, this is your spot.

11:45 a.m.

The Body Deli

73080 El Paseo, Ste 2 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.340.0430 www.candiceheld.com

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bar, and The Body Deli is like a juice bar for your face, hair and body. The Sea Cucumber Gelee feels so moisturizing, and the Glacial Ice Lip Gloss is amazing. The products are hand-crafted in small batches daily and contain raw, fresh ingredients— so fresh that many products are refrigerated.

12:30 p.m.

Savory Spice Shop Ú This place is seriously a treat for the senses. With jars and jars

of spices, herbs and blends that you’re invited to see, smell and taste before buying, there’s something for everyone, from the spice connoisseur to the newbie like me. It’s also the best place to stock up on little hostess gifts to keep on hand throughout the year.

73399 El Paseo, Ste 103 Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.346.4372 www.savoryspiceshop.com

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1:30 p.m.

AC3 Restaurant + Bar Ú After a morning of shopping, a gal’s gotta eat!

Attached to Hotel Paseo, AC3 is a bright and colorful restaurant primed for Instagram posting.

Not to worry though, because she’s more than just a pretty face. The food here is oh so good. Go for the AC3 Burger or the Grilled Salmon Bowl served with coconut rice—so yum. And you might as well round things out with one of their craft cocktails, right?

45350 Larkspur Ln Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.340.6069 www.ac3palmdesert.com

One Stylish Family Blonde Clothing Boutique has been family-owned and operated since their opening in 2001. They know their stuff as they offer some of the most stylish looks in the desert from brands like Moussy, Citizens of Humanity and Michael Stars.

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“Blonde is a must-stop. It’s an adorablycurated shop with killer denim, one-ofa-kind pieces, loungewear you’ll want to live in, beautiful jewelry and a whole wall of candles.”

2:30 p.m Blonde Clothing Boutique Ú For a boutique lover like myself,

Blonde is a must-stop. It’s an adorablycurated shop with killer denim, one-ofa-kind pieces, loungewear you’ll want to live in, beautiful jewelry and a whole wall of candles that were begging to come home with me. While you’re there, don’t forget to check out the upstairs loft that’s filled with unique gifts and home finds.

73200 El Paseo, Ste 3A Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.836.3366 www.blondeclothingboutique.com

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All Tressed Up Blowdry & Beauty Bar Ú Call me crazy, but a good blowout can

really make my day. It’s also the best way to transition from a day of shopping to dinner or a night out in the desert.

One scalp massage and a fresh mane later, I was feeling brand new. If you’re feeling like getting all dolled up, they also offer makeup applications and full brow maintenance.

73655 El Paseo, Ste D Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.568.4526 www.getalltressedup.com

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La Fe Wine Bar Ú After you shop ‘til you drop, pick yourself right back up with a little vino and cheese-o at Le Fe Wine Bar. It’s a cozy little spot with a big selection of wines and friendly staff that just might help melt any buyer’s remorse away. If you’re craving a little more than cheese, I’ve heard the empanadas and mushroom truffle flatbread are totally worth trying.

73900 El Paseo, Ste 2, Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.565.1430 | @lafewinebar

OLIVER PEOPLES

Stay and Play Located in the heart of Palm Desert, Hotel Paseo offers beautifully designed rooms, an on-property spa and pool, and has easy accessibility to El Paseo shops and restaurants. If you’re visiting the desert, Hotel Paseo is a great stay and play option.

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Oliver Peoples Ú Because no Palm Springs look is complete

without the perfect shades, Oliver Peoples was next up. Stop in and prepare to be wowed. They have a crazy good selection for men and women and the most beautiful showroom to boot. Their delicate square aviators are currently at the top of my spring wishlist.

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“Stop in and prepare to be wowed—[Oliver Peoples has] a crazy good selection for men and women and the most beautiful showroom to boot.”

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You may know cannabis by a flurry of different names, but to HOTN Cultivation Co., what matters most is the quality and the assortment of products the shop can offer its customers. After three years of research, experience and building relationships in the industry, the shop has built a remarkable reputation and inventory. No matter what sort of product you’re looking for, it’s safe to say that HOTN has all the know-how and variety that a cannabis connoisseur could ever hope for.

EASY DOES IT • According to the budristas, edibles offer great microdosing options, which new consumers are interested in.

It’s Getting HOTN Here THESE BUDRISTAS ARE CHANGING THE CANNABIS GAME WITH DELECTABLE EDIBLES

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EDUCATION STATION • The budristas’ expertise and dosing knowledge allow them to recommend the best products for the customers’ needs. “We pride ourselves with how we educate before we medicate,” says Fierro.

By looking extensively into their vendors’ growing processes and providing their budristas with valuable product knowledge and training, HOTN has created a place where both the recreational beginner and the seasoned patient can find and learn about new, high-quality cannabis products. And according to Co-Founder Rob Fierro, many of the crowd favorites come in the form of an edible.

From mints and candies to pastries and drinks, HOTN’s 100 percent state-law compliant edible selection has a little something for everyone. According to the budristas, edibles offer great micro-dosing options, which new consumers are interested in. “We have micro-dose options like mints so you’re able to dabble, or a sparkling water that’s hop-infused with cannabis for those who want to try a different way to wind down after a long week,” notes Fierro.

Among the mints and the Lagunitas Hi-Fi Hops drink are an assortment of pastries, which are freshly made from Kaneh Co, and an array of gummies that are perfect for beginners and those who are looking to micro-dose—as well as satisfy a sweet tooth! “You don’t have to be a smoker to enjoy cannabis,” Fierro says. All you need is to be open to learning about and trying something new.

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Reset, Restore, Renew WE TRIED THE 21-DAY NUTRITION JUMP START FROM LIVE WELL CLINIC AND IT CHANGED OUR OUTLOOK ON HEALTH WRITTEN BY: DR. PAULA TRIMBLE-FAMILETTI • PHOTOGRAPHED BY: KENNETH ALEXANDER SCOTT

It was difficult to enter into Dr. Sonja Fung's Live Well Clinic’s 21 Day Nutrition Reboot without great trepidation. A 21-day cleanse?

What could I eat? What would I have to give up? Would I have to drink some icky shake or juice? Those questions were answered the minute I opened the 21 Day Nutrition Reboot guidebook. The program is an extensive guide that focuses on the self-care and renewal of your body, starting with what you put into it. Filled with delicious recipes and restaurant suggestions, the guidebook is a supportive introduction to the foods to be enjoyed and, yes, even the things that are off the table, so to speak, for 21 days, while you restore yourself for 2019.

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• The Reboot walks you through every step of the process, with tons of knowledge to keep you feeling your best as you start out. I began learning my new way of eating starting with my yummy, morning shake. I made some adjustments as the week went on based on the suggested food list and my own personal preferences.

• I am eating like a gourmet and feeling great. The recipes from the guide are all easy and delicious—roasted butternut squash soup, Mexican-style shrimp cocktail and grilled halibut with sweet potato “fries” are just a few of my favorite dishes.

• This will not be the end of my new eating plan; I feel great! Goodbye sugar cravings! The protein powder and green superfood are two ingredients I will keep in my pantry for a quick meal replacement, snack or energy drink before the gym.

Changing It Up • Lunch changed from a sandwich to a salad with homemade dressing, which was surprisingly easy to make from recipes in the guide. Pro tip—chop your veggies at the beginning of the week so you can easily assemble your lunch.

Dr. Sonja Fung Naturopathic Doctor and Owner, Live Well Clinic

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Getting Started

The program is an extensive guide that focuses on the self-care and renewal of your body, starting with what you put into it.

Eat Like You Mean It

Keep It Up!

New Year, New You

Dining Out • Good news! I can still go to restaurants! Tommy Bahama— among other local restaurants— has several items on their menu that are compliant with the 21 Day Reboot. The best part is there’s no guessing on what to eat, it’s all listed in the guide.

• The guidebook provides insight into how what we eat directly impacts how we feel, internally and externally. I am glad to have this tool in my good health toolbox for those times I overindulge. This program has so much to offer for continued good health.

Filled with delicious recipes and restaurant suggestions, the guidebook was a supportive introduction to the foods I would be enjoying.

Doctor's Orders

LIVE WELL CLINIC 78900 Ave 47, Ste 102 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.771.5970 www.livewellclinic.org

SAY GOODBYE

No sugar, no dairy, no grains, no beans, no alcohol, no cheating! A short break from these inflammatory foods reduces chronic stress and detoxes your organs.

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MORNING FUEL Please do not skip breakfast. You’re eating right for both body and mind, so make sure you’re not skimping on meals!

DRINK UP

Remember to hydrate will throughout the day.

Drink at least 90-100 ounces of filtered water daily.

WORK IT OUT

Do a mild exercise such as walking, swimming or yoga. You don’t need to head to the gym every day, but starting to incorporate some light workouts will improve your overall well being.

HERE WE GO AGAIN

Participate in the 21-day cleanse every six months.

The program allows your body to rest and recover from unhealthy habits.

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Missoni Lanza

Co-Founder & Co-Owner

Marlys Yvonne

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Anything from world music to underground alternative will be played to create the ultimate transcendent experience.

Desert Exploration

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• After some clients found out Lanza and Yvonne were moving their studio to the desert, one bought a house in the area! Many of the Ara clients from Seattle now vacation in Palm Springs!

For Missoni Lanza and Marlys Yvonne, the women behind Ara Pilates + Movement, Pilates is not just another workout alternative, it’s a lifestyle. With its clean, sophisticated and natural aesthetic, Ara invites you to decompress, relax, renew and heal. What better place to practice this than the laidback, desert oasis community of Greater Palm Springs? Lanza and Yvonne are ready to open their doors to take the intersection of mind and body wellness to exciting heights at their new studio in Indian Wells.

Ara Pilates + Movement started over 1,000 miles away in the city of Seattle.

“We both were teaching in Seattle at the same studio, but we didn’t really know each other,” Yvonne says. “I had started working with a small group of private clients in a home studio at my apartment.” At the same time, Lanza was looking to branch out into home studios.

After coming across Yvonne’s website, Lanza decided to contact her, and they met up for coffee. A partnership and a friendship were born. “It was kind of the first time we really met,” says Lanza.

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“YOU CAN’T CONNECT TO YOUR BODY WHEN YOU ARE A R O U N D T H AT M A N Y PEOPLE. WE WANT TO CHANGE PEOPLE’S LIVES, SO WHY NOT C R E AT E A S E T T I N G WHERE PEOPLE CAN S U C C E E D.” —MISSONI LANZA

“THIS PLACE IS A D E S T I N AT I O N RESORT PLACE FOR WELLNESS, AND T H E R E I S N ’ T R E A L LY A N Y T H I N G T H AT C AT E R S TO T H AT DEMOGRAPHIC, SO WE SAW IT AS A WIDE-OPEN O P P O R T U N I T Y.” —MISSONI LANZA

have dynamic, effective training, but with the luxury of a spa, “Pilates is a luxury service but sometimes it’s still being treated like a gym assembly line,” says Lanza. “You can’t connect to your body when you are around that many people. We want to change people’s lives, so why not create a setting where people can succeed.”

This connection is important to them. Both arrived in the world of Pilates to heal their own bodies. When Lanza was involved in a head-on collision, Pilates helped her recuperate. “I avoided knee surgery and ailments through Pilates, I saw someone here [named] Shary Harrison, and she helped me heal, and I became obsessed with it.”

Yvonne is a former professional ballerina, and discovered the world of Pilates when she suffered a rib injury. “My partner dropped me on my back,” Yvonne shared. “Going from dancing every day to laying down for two months every day was just completely life-shattering.”

When a new business space development plan fell through, Yvonne and Lanza pursued their goal to open a new location in the Greater Palm Springs area. “We saw the opportunity of the desert,” Lanza says. “This place is a destination for wellness, and there isn’t really anything that caters to that demographic, so we saw it as a wideopen opportunity.”

Ara was created with a unique vision in mind. “We are not looking at Ara as just a brick and mortar, we are looking at it as an entity and [are trying] to share this movement with as many people as possible through the studio, online videos, retreats, workshops and more.” They’ve carried out that vision into the look of their new location.

With handmade equipment constructed out of wood paired with adobe white upholstery, Ara’s new location doesn’t feel like a first, it’s a space with an elevated feel.

It’s not just the interior that sets Ara apart from other studios, Lanza and Yvonne make their clients a priority, making notes of any complaints, restraints and goals of their members. Ara focuses on incorporating modern scientific research into their teaching to maximize the benefits to clients. “Certain moves that were used in the past are found not to be good anymore,” Lanza says.

“But our team of instructors are highly qualified and have extensive continued education. Our staff has taken it upon themselves to take additional workshops over their years as teachers. Some of their areas of expertise include anatomy, gait patterning, prenatal + postnatal care, athletic conditioning, neuromuscular disorders, trauma and pain management.” One of the initial concepts behind Ara was to provide members exceptional knowledge and instruction.

At Ara Pilates + Movement Studio, intimacy is key with treatment rooms. The studio will have three separate areas to conduct lessons at the same time—one small classroom and two private rooms. “Your environment affects your mood [and] your nervous system, so creating that clean space was important.”

Both are proud to own a women-run, self-funded business. It is a way to show others that dreams are achievable, and to prove the saying they both stand by, “If you have the vision to do something, you can make it happen.”

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ANTHONY BAUER Buying a Home? Flip the Pages to Find Out What You Need To Know

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FEATURE Karena Dawn Talks Lifestyle, Overcoming Challenges and Enjoying Life in Her Palm Springs Home

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CHECK YOUR SCORE • “You should be aware of your credit. That should be a big bullet point. A good credit score is important to lenders, especially when people are buying their first home.”

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GET TO KNOW THE DESERT • “Know your market. Know your options and where you want to end up. You want to be an educated buyer.

If you’re a client, you want to buy a home; you don’t want to get sold a home. There’s a big difference.

At the end of the transaction, you should be very happy.”

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GO DIRECT TO THE SOURCE • “Make sure that you’re working with a direct lender. That way, you’re not paying unnecessary fees and points. A direct lender will help reduce some of those costs. Make sure you’re using a lender that offers first-time home buyer programs.”

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WRITTEN BY: LYNNE EODICE

Anthony “Bermuda Dunes” Bauer, a highly successful broker associate with eXp Realty, has some great advice for anyone who wants to purchase their first desert home. “I know all the secret and best spots in the valley,” he explains, finding great success in showing people homes in neighborhoods that they might normally overlook. If you’re serious about buying your first desert home, here are some words of wisdom from a 22-year veteran of the Greater Palm Springs real estate market.

“A good credit score is important to lenders, especially when people are buying their first home.”

— Anthony Bauer

Shop Like a Local • Bauer was born and raised in the Palm Springs area. “My heart is connected to the Coachella Valley. I take pride in everything that happens here.”

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Top Seller • Bauer lives in Bermuda Dunes and holds a record for selling the highest price per square foot in single residence and multi-family homes in this area.

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PLAN THAT BUDGET • “Start off by getting a prequalification. That way, you know exactly what you can afford. Most first-time home buyers buy a house on a payment, not a price. So it’s whatever you can afford in your budget, and shop accordingly.”

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BEFORE YOU MOVE • “I always recommend houses for sale to be staged. If they’re empty, it’s worth the investment.

You’ll get a better rate of return if you get a staging company. It’s always a plus.”

“Know your market. Know your options and where you want to end up. You want to be an educated buyer.”

—Anthony Bauer

ANTHONY BAUER, BROKER ASSOCIATE eXp Realty 760.880.6037 www.anthonybauerbroker.com

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OF A NEW DAY

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Karena Dawn’s EYES GLOW WHEN SHE SPEAKS, AND HER VOICE IS STEADY AND MEASURED. SHE MEANS EVERY WORD. IT’S EASY TO SEE HOW THE INDIANA NATIVE HAS BUILT A FITNESS EMPIRE THROUGH FEMALE EMPOWERMENT, MOTIVATION AND EXERCISE AS A LIFESTYLE CELEBRITY AND THE CO-FOUNDER OF TONE IT UP. SHE STANDS TALL WITH SHOULDERS BACK AND CARRIES A POISED, BUT COMFORTABLE ENERGY. THIS SAME WELCOMING PRESENCE HAS HELPED COUNTLESS WOMEN MOVE TOWARD A MORE HEALTH-CONSCIOUS LIFESTYLE. DAWN’S LIFE HAS TAKEN MANY DIPS AND TURNS, HIGHS AND LOWS, BUT ONE THING IS CERTAIN, THE BEST IS YET

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Dawn’s fitness journey began as a child. Growing up, her mother always worked out to popular VHS tapes of Jane Fonda or Kathy Smith, women who were always moving and looked happy and free. For Dawn, it was like looking at a dream.

“I wanted to do that,” she says. For a class assignment in the first grade, she decided to make her own workout tape, recording it in her living room and then performing it in front of her class.

“I loved it,” she recalls. “Back then I either wanted to be an artist or be a personal trainer, and I lost my way, but then I found my roots, and I went back into it.”

Throughout her life, fitness has helped her find her center, especially when going through difficult times. “It was fitness that helped me shift my mindset and set goals that I thought were attainable and I could reach,” Dawn says.

“I’ve never really worked out for the physical benefits, it’s about how it makes you feel mentally.” She applied what she learned through fitness to other parts of her life, pushing herself to obtain goals, try new things and get out of her comfort zone, “like taking a chance, or taking a risk and doing something that makes you uncomfortable,” she adds.

For both Dawn and Katrina Scott, her Tone It Up co-founder and best friend, female empowerment and support was always one of the core elements of the company. “Katrina and I always push each other to follow our dreams and keep that path that we are on,” Dawn says.

“We started with the vision of being able to create a community of women, because for both Katrina and I, fitness changed our lives in such a positive way. It became this breakthrough to overcome a lot of things.”

#Goals

• “I like to create a short-term list and a long-term goal list, revisiting every day and crossing them off. Making a list will make your goals feel attainable.”

Dawn was in her 20s when Tone It Up started, but the community of support she built allowed her to grow and evolve as a person over the years.

“Sharing our stories has helped me grow and have a voice, too. A lot of women were tired of living on the surface and just ready to talk, not only about happiness and success, but our personal struggles and how we are growing because of them.”

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Tone It Up, she explains, is a place where women can feel supported and empowered to make better lifestyle choices. “[We] provide women with the tools to have a lifestyle where they can live their happiest life.”

For Dawn, fitness was always part of the career plan. “I always envisioned it, even as a little girl,” she says. But it wasn’t easy. “I had a lot of family issues that left me feeling lost. I turned to drug abuse and suffered depression for 10 years,” she explains. “I lost my self-worth and I had selfdoubts.” She said self-talks helped her persevere.

“Whatever you say to yourself, you listen to it, so it’s about positive self-talk, telling yourself that you can achieve it—you can achieve anything— and then going after it.”

Now, in moments of stress or anxiety, Dawn focuses on her patterns. Skipping a workout or meditation for a day is ok, but two or more means she knows she needs to get back at it, reflect on everything she has already overcome and power through. “I now know that ‘You can overcome anything, you’ve already gone through everything, you can do it, it’s not that big of a deal. Just keep moving.’”

Part of maintaining her healthy lifestyle is knowing when to take a break—and a change of scenery never hurts! When Dawn needs a reprieve, her Palm Springs home is the perfect place to help her find her center. “Palm Springs is an oasis in the middle of the desert,” she says. “Life just slows down here.” Here, she can escape from the daily rise and grind from Los Angeles, where she is based, and breathe. “Palm Springs is my getaway, I love the mountains, the pool [and] the fresh air,” she explains. “There is an energy about the mountains that just reinvigorates you all over.”

Dawn and her husband, Bobby Goldstein, real estate agent at The Agency, Palm Springs and Venice Beach, fell in love with the lifestyle. “We engulfed ourselves at places where the Rat Pack hung out,” she says. For the couple, as soon as they pull onto Highway 111, the Frank Sinatra tunes turn on and martinis by the pool become the norm.

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Her new Palm Springs home radiates with this distinct personality. Dawn and Goldstein are both fans of midcentury-modern architecture and their home is replete with these details. “We became obsessed with it. Our house was built in 1959 and we remodeled it ourselves,” she notes.

“It was a bit of the ugly duckling in the neighborhood,” adds Goldstein. But the couple was attracted to the fact that the bones of the midcentury-modern home were still there, even after a 1963 extension that added a casita. The layout allowed them to have their privacy, even when guests visit.

“Palm Springs is an oasis in the middle of the desert. Life kind of just slows down here.”

—Karena Dawn

The casita’s interior design is bathed in saturated hues inspired by Verner Panton and 1970s Space Age design. Multicolored, psychedelic-patterned walls, vinyl discs of Fleetwood Mac and Frank Sinatra, rich garnet carpets and lush plants wrap around corners to decorate the space. “It’s half planning, half collecting to focus on what we truly wanted to do. Although it’s period-correct with the rest of the house’s interior, the casita explores a different design trend of the time,” Dawn explains.

“Each year we go to Modernism Week in Palm Springs, and usually buy one special piece,” Goldstein says as he points to a tall globe lamp on display by the sofa. In the main house, warm glam and metallic accents dominate the inside.

“Although the house is midcentury modern, we chose the late ‘60s, early ‘70s interior design,” he adds. “It’s just a little more fun [and] comfortable than structured midcentury. We went periodcorrect on the outside but on the inside we want to have fun—we want to walk into a room and feel it.”

• Dawn’s dog, Skunk, is Instafamous with over 20,000 followers! Catch all of the Pomeranian’s antics on her Instagram account @hiimskunk.

Their desert oasis allows them the perfect place to escape, relax and renew in style. “We just love to walk through the front door and instantly be impacted by the design. It’s an intentional choice that allows us to feel the space we live in,” Dawn says.

• Dawn loves to eat at Jake’s for brunch (plus it’s dogfriendly!), Spencer’s for an old, historic vibe and when she’s craving calamari, Tropicale is her go-to along with ARRIVE’s pool for a few drinks.

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Letter To Your Younger Self

• To her 12-year-old self, Dawn would say one thing: “There is a reason this is happening, and it’s a lesson. You will get through [this] and become a stronger person, so have no fear.”

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Palm Desert’s first luxury hotel to be built in over 30 years, Hotel Paseo, has been making lasting impressions since its opening in March 2018. Dubbed as one of the most Instagrammable hotels of the region, this midcentury modern-themed hotel is an artistic dream.

In short? Everything you want in a staycation is right here at Hotel Paseo. “Hotel Paseo offers guests once-ina-lifetime experiences,” says Judy Esterbrook, Director of Sales and Marketing. If Hotel Paseo wasn’t already on your bucket list, it will be once you’ve read this.

AIRSTREAM, YOU STREAM • In the hotel’s backyard sits the fully-restored, vintage 1950s trailer featuring a queen bed, kitchenette and patio—complete with an awning and Adirondack chairs. The Airstream is available for events and receptions, and will soon be a room that guests can book overnight.

SPA-LA-LA • In need of decadent relaxation? Spa La Lé is a must on your agenda, including their signature 24-Karat Gold Drench treatment—this age-defying facial includes real gold! “This is a truly relaxing experience, where we focus on the whole journey for our guests,” says Esterbrook.

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DID SOMEONE SAY GIRLS TRIP?

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• For an iconic stay, the Billiards Suite comes equipped with a full-size billiard table in the living room, a Shinola record player with speakers (and a great music collection) and a wet bar. “The guests also love the jaw-dropping views of the desert palms,” says Esterbrook.

• Just a few steps away from Shops at El Paseo, Hotel Paseo is your ultimate girls� weekend staycation. Stay in the Glamour Room with a mixology bar and Hollywood-style mirror for getting ready. Then, take your celebrations poolside in your private cabana— facial mist by Lather included!

• True to the district’s local art history, Hotel Paseo has its own art gallery which is comprised of curated pieces mostly from local artists. Esterbrook states “It’s an eclectic collection, from the canvas works in the lobby to the fun, thought-provoking pieces that line the hallways.”

Soak in Silence • You don’t know relaxation unless you’ve booked the Oasis Spa Room— complete with a soaking tub in the middle of the room to enjoy right after your spa treatment.

Game On • Take your competitive side to the lawn for a friendly game of shuffleboard or cornhole. Hotel Paseo’s lawn is stocked with fun outdoor games for the whole squad!

HOTEL PASEO 45-400 Larkspur Ln Palm Desert, CA 92260 760.340.9001 www.hotelpaseo.com

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25th Annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards AAP - Food Samaritans Acqua California Bistro ARRIVE Palm Springs Augustine Casino Beacon Pointe Wealth Advisors - Palm Desert BNP Paribas Open - JNS Next Catalina Express Classic Club Constellation Brands Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge Emerson & Farrar Fine Jewelry Fortun’s Kitchen + Bar Grayse Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau Oceania Cruises Heirloom Craft Kitchen / Cork & Fork Wine Bar HOTN “A Cannabis Shop” JONES AGENCY, PALM SPRINGS Karma Automotive LLC Konsist KUD Properties, Inc. La Quinta Resort & Club and PGA WEST, a Waldorf Astoria Resort Leeds & Son Fine Jewelers Lighthouse Dispensary Live Well Clinic Lulu California Bistro Miramonte Indian Wells Resort & Spa O’Bayley Communications for H3K Design Old Town La Quinta Revivals Stores Rosanna Inc. | Avenue of the Arts Ruthless Jewellery SilverRock Resort SmokeTree BBQ & Grill / Smokin Burgers Son Cabinetry & Design Taubman Properties | The Gardens on El Paseo and El Paseo Village The Boston Beer Company The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens The Shops on El Paseo William Grant & Sons Wilma & Frieda Zense on El Paseo

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