December 2010

New Years Celebration Giveaway

Win Two Tickets and One Night's Accommodations to Ring in 2011 at Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa Hosted by KJJZ’s Jim “Fitz” Fitzgerald

Hope for the Community

Through “Hope for the Community,” the Bob Hope Classic is donating 25,000 one-day grounds tickets to nine charitable organizations and nine Coachella Valley schools.

Bob Hope Classic - Wonderful Memories

It’s a whole new world as the Bob Hope Classic embarks on its exciting 52nd year, Jan. 17-23, 2011. But, as the Classic looks to its future, the highlights of the first 51 years always will provide great memories.

Best of the Best 2010

Each year, Palm Springs Life readers weigh in on their favorite people, places, and things in the Coachella Valley that make the desert special. We call these the “best of the best.”

Spa Resort Casino’s Oasis Buffet Voted Best of the Best Buffet

Readers’ choice for best spread, Spa Resort Casino’s Oasis Buffet offers a global approach to food.

Babe’s Bar-B-Que Grill & Brewhouse Voted Best of the Best BBQ Restaurant

Babe’s Bar-B-Que Grill & Brewhouse at The River at Rancho Mirage easily boasts some of the best food and beer around.

Spencer’s Restaurant Voted Best of the Best in Continental Dining

Winning Best of the Best in multiple categories — from Wine List to Alfresco Dining (and so much more!) — Spencer’s assures its continued status as a restaurant ‘must’ for locals and visitors.

Toucans Tiki Lounge Voted Best of the Best Gay Bar

Every night is party night at Toucans Tiki Lounge in Palm Springs. Although known as a gay club, Toucans welcomes anyone with an open mind and a desire to have a good time.

Dink’s Restaurant and Ultra Lounge Voted Best of the Best Nightclub

A few years ago, three friends decided to shake up the Palm Springs nightlife scene. With a “build it and they will come” attitude, they created Dink’s Restaurant and Ultra Lounge

The Well Spa Voted Best of the Best Day Spa

The Well Spa at Miramonte Resort & Spa in Indian Wells swept spa categories in this year’s spa voting.

The Terra Cotta Inn Voted Best of the Best Boutique Hotel

The clothing-optional resort and spa provides luxurious privacy in a 17-room hideaway originally designed by modernist architect Albert Frey.

Riviera Resort & Spa Voted Best of the Best Resort Hotel

Riviera Resort & Spa marries midcentury aesthetics with 21st century comfort and elegance. From its bold artwork, geometric accents, rich color, and handsome retro furnishings.

The BNP Paribas Open Voted Best of the Best Professional Sporting Event

The BNP Paribas Open held at Indian Wells Tennis Garden won this year’s Best of the Best Professional Sporting Event in a landslide.

Bighorn Golf Club Voted Best of the Best Private Golf

The Robb Report selected a Bighorn residence as the “Ultimate Home 2009” and Palm Springs Life readers voted the club Best of the Best Private Golf Course.

Saks Fifth Avenue on El Paseo Voted Best of Best in Women's Apparel

As evidenced by the Gardens on El Paseo retailer’s No. 1 spot in the Best of the Best Women’s Apparel category, Saks exhibits an unwavering commitment to fashion and quality merchandise.

Jessup Auto Plaza voted Best of the Best Auto Dealer

Jessup Auto Plaza reigns as one of readers’ favorite auto dealers. Founded in 1938, Jessup Auto Plaza boasts a family-owned Coachella Valley GM dealership ow in its third generation

Modern Way voted Best of the Best Vintage Furnishings

Located in the heart of Palm Springs’ trendy Uptown Design District, Modern Way offers a wealth of knowledge and experience in midcentury decor.

KESQ’s Ginger Jeffries voted Best of the Best Meteorologist

As the most-experienced, most-watched, and readers’ choice favorite meteorologist, Jeffries offers an engaging personality in addition to a sincere love of weather.

Gino LaMont Voted Best of the Best Local TV News Anchor

People like Gino LaMont. As KMIR 6 News anchor, he brings enthusiasm and energy to local television.

Coda Gallery on El Paseo Voted Best of the Best Art Gallery

Voted Best of the Best Art Gallery, Coda Gallery on El Paseo easily excites. It’s where people experience art.

Figuratively Speaking

By Steven Biller

Pomp, a survey of photo-based artworks by Deborah Oropallo, opens Dec. 7 at Melissa Morgan Fine Art

Happy Trails - Pushawalla Palms and Canyon Trail

Length: 6 miles Hiking Time: 4 hours Elevation Gain: 300 feet, Difficulty: Easy, Season: October to April. This is an ideal December hike.

Saucy Satire

The Capitol Steps, a politically charged group of satirists, perform their widely regarded and critically acclaimed show at Temple Isaiah’s annual fundraiser on Dec. 15.

Broadway's brightest in concert benefiting The Christmas Foundation

Broadway's brightest performers gather in the Grand Ballroom at the Riviera Resort & Spa in Palm Springs, CA, on Wednesday, December 15, at 7 p.m. to help get you into the spirit of the season.

La Quinta Resort & Club, PGA WEST Lauded as North America’s Top Golf Resort

Established in 2000, the IAGTO Awards recognize exceptional resorts in the world of golf travel. The golf resort of the year is split into three regional categories: North America, Europe and the Rest of the World.

Kathy Griffin

By Mona de Crinis

Desert Guide Q&A With Kathy Griffin Reveals Her Thoughts on Comedy and Life in Palm Springs

Feel Good Spa Opens at Ace Hotel & Swim Club

By Steven Biller

In typical Ace fashion, the hotel launched its spa with a “Full Moon” party with gratis treatments, a live DJ set, a drum circle, an art show, a pop-up wellness shop, and lots of hydration stations.

New Jazz Club in Downtown Palm Springs Plans Classic New Year’s Celebration

Tormé’s Jazz Bar and Restaurant in the Coachella Valley offers desert residents and visitors a chance to celebrate New Year’s even in vintage Palm Springs style with great music and a delicious prix fixe menu.

Saturday Wine Tasting at Jensen's

Adam Zack

Join our wine pros and try some new and exciting wines. It’s a great way to get together with some friends, try some fun wines and then get your dinner shopping done.

Ting-a-ling-ling! It’s Holiday Wine Time!

By Janice Kleinschmidt

It’s not over the river and through the woods, and my grandmother doesn’t live there, but Temecula is my destination a few days prior to Thanksgiving.