March 2013

Gun Outfit Is Loaded With Talent

By Ebony March

The Olympia, Wash. trio, set to play at the Ace Hotel & Swim Club in Palm Springs, has taken its sound and put it in a powerful package that fans are lining up to see.

Weekender: Gen. Stanley McChrystal, White Party, Blue Man Group

By Jim Powers

Weekender helps plan out your weekend in Palm Springs and the desert resort cities with concerts, events, restaurants, nightlife, clubs and the world of entertainment only found in the desert.

Spring Means White Party is Blooming

By Ebony March

Carmen Elektra, Swedish sensation Icona Pop, Alexis Jordan, Carley Rae Jepsen, and Ana Matronic from Scissor Sisters headline an impressive talent lineup for this weekend's White Party Palm Springs.

10 Spots for Easter Brunch

By Jim Powers

Easter is just around the corner, and reservations are going fast for the best spots in Palm Springs and desert resort cities.

Documentary Festival Introduces Films, Directors

Several directors will participate audience Q&As during the second annual American Documentary Film Festival and Film Fund.

Business, Pleasure Mix Well at Catalan

By Trenna Latham

In just a year, Catalan has become a must-eat location while Drew Davis is about to gain a larger audience as a featured local chef at this weekend's Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert.

'Golden Gays' Boasts Palm Springs Storyline

"Golden Gays", which premieres March 22 with back-to-back episodes on the Slice network, follows a group of outrageously loveable characters during their fabulous mishaps as they ‘retire’ in Palm Springs.

Weekender: Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert, Chicago, Fashion Week El Paseo

By Jim Powers

Weekender helps plan out your weekend in Palm Springs and the desert resort cities with concerts, events, restaurants, nightlife, clubs and the world of entertainment only found in the desert.

Cello's Keeps Its Menu Secret for Chef's Table

By Michelle Roe

Cello’s American Bistro in Cathedral City will join five local chef-owned restaurants in presenting a special dish at the fourth annual Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert.

2014 Hotel Bookings Show Significant Jump in Palm Springs

By Jim Powers

Group bookings are on the rise and more money is being spent in Palm Springs, according to a recent report by the Palm Springs Convention Center and Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.

Ace Hotel & Swim Club Hosts Benefit for Linda Gerard

The Palm Springs hotel is throwing a benefit party for Sissy Bingo host and Palm Springs icon Linda Gerard, who is battling lung cancer.

Spa Menu Focuses on Health, Wellness Beauty

By Randi Wood

The Well Spa at Miramonte Resort & Spa in Indian Wells has a new spa menu, and patrons will feel like every service is tailor-made for them.

Mic & Moe's Makes Early Impression

By Jim Powers

Mic & Moe’s, a family-style restaurant dishing up a variety of burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and handcrafted draft beers and wine, officially opened what could be the first of many locations to come.

Making a Difference One 'Dish' at a Time

By Michelle Roe

A former trial lawyer, Chef Joane Garcia-Colson left the legal frying pan for one in the kitchen to serve up a modern American menu with Dish-Creative Cuisine.

Weekender: Fashion Week El Paseo, BNP Paribas Open, Paul Anka

By Jim Powers

Weekender helps plan out your weekend in Palm Springs and the desert resort cities with concerts, events, restaurants, nightlife, clubs and the world of entertainment only found in the desert.

Bonny Bonds with 'Seven Psychopaths' Male Cast

By Jim Powers

The 2-year-old Shih Tzu makes new friends with actors Colin Farrell, Christopher Walken, Sam Rockwell and Woody Harrelson to steal the camera in 'Seven Psychopaths'.

Four-Legged Fashion

By Jim Powers

Linda Higgins once designed clothes for her own dogs, and now she is considered the best in her field as she heads up the Le Chien Couture Show at the 2013 Fashion Week El Paseo.

Experience Coachella By Working There

By Ebony March

Fans can still enjoy the sold-out 2013 Coachella Music and Arts Festival and make a few bucks in the process.

Selling LA Features Palm Springs Realtors

Palm Springs will take center stage March 15 with a mid-century home for sale on the HGTV show, Selling LA.

Lucky 7 Places to Enjoy St. Patrick's Day

By Jim Powers

Whether you're looking for the best Corned Beef and Cabbage or just a mug of green beer, here is a list of Coachella Valley places without the blarney.

8 Must-See Pieces at La Quinta Arts Festival

By Jim Powers

Ranked No. 1 in the country, the La Quinta Arts Festival attracts an amazing array of contemporary art. Here are some of the ones that stood out.

Standing up to Bullying

Lenny Strand remembers being bullied as a teen, and now the well-established hair stylist hopes to celebrate his 50th birthday by raising $50,000 for It Gets Better organization.

Chef Alejandra Schrader Flexes Her 'Mussels'

By Chef Alejandra Schrader

The MasterChef finalist shares the recipe she will cook up at the Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert.

How Sweet it is for Sharpova

By Jim Powers

Maria Sharpova, the No. 3 ranked women's tennis player in the world, took time out March 6 to introduce her premium candy line, Sugarpova, to the BNP Paribas Open faithful at the La Quinta Resort & Club.

Weekender: La Quinta Arts Festival, Jeb Bush, BNP Paribas

By Jim Powers

Weekender helps plan out your weekend in Palm Springs and the desert resort cities with concerts, events, restaurants, nightlife, clubs and the world of entertainment only found in the desert.

Modernism Week Sets New Attendance Record

More than 40,000 attended the recent Modernism Week, breaking the previous mark of 35,000 set last year, according to Palm Springs Modernism Week officials.

Spring Cleaning Checklist Starts With Desert Living Home Show

Gain tips on landscaping, decorating and remodeling for kitchens, baths, pools and spas. The show offers a broad mixture of windows, doors, antique treasures, collectibles and patio furniture.

Jewelry Designer Follows Modernism's Pristine Lines

By Michelle Roe

Ranked No. 1 in the nation, the La Quinta Art Festival attracts artists from the East coast like Harry Roa, who is excited to show his luxury jewelry for the first time.

Moby Offers Unique Observations on Modernism

By Jim Powers

The Grammy-nominated musician has become as well known for his dance music as the blog he pens on L.A. modernist architecture.

Patrick Warburton Celebrity Golf Tourney Doubles Funds

More than 30 celebrities spent the weekend in Palm Desert, helping the 'Rules of Engagement' actor raise more than $700,000 for St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Palm Springs is No. 2 'Gaycation' Destination for Students

Gay college students gearing up for upcoming spring breaks choose Fort Lauderdale as their No. 1 destination over Palm Springs, according to a survey by Miss Travel website.

Art with an Edge Comes to Palm Springs' Uptown District

By Jim Powers

His winter home made Palm Springs a logical choice moving from Seattle, and Michael Fiacco hopes to turn the Uptown District into an art mecca.

Modernism is All Around Us

By Robert Imber

If Modernism Week teaches us one thing, it's that the Palm Springs architectural wonders are there to enjoy and learn from all year 'round - and not just for 10 days.

Luxury Jewelry Designer Starts With a 'Rough Doodle'

By Jim Powers

Temple St. Clair puts her personal stamp on every piece of lavish jewelry she designs, whether it's for Saks Fifth Avenue or a collaboration with a client.

Weekender: Prince Poppycock, Elvis, Stevie Nicks

By Jim Powers

Weekender helps plan out your weekend in Palm Springs and the desert resort cities with concerts, events, restaurants, nightlife, clubs and the world of entertainment only found in the desert.

A Creative Oasis for Coachella Valley Artists

By Kylie Knight

Venus Studios Art Supply in Palm Desert provides an outlet for like-minded artists to meet, create, learn and find the supplies they need.

Vintage Trailer Show Resonates With Modernistic Adventure

By Jim Powers

From the classic Streamline to a 1966 Aladdin or a Harry & David model, the 2013 show in Palm Springs rekindles the image of hitting the open road in style.

Bob Hope Estate Price Tag is $50 Million

Bob Hope's Palm Springs estate designed by John Lautner in 1973 and completed in 1980 is for sale.

Patrick Warburton Recalls Palm Springs Dress Code Bet with Mom

By Jim Powers

A thumbs up for friend Seth Macfarlane's job as Oscar host, the actor also shares his passion for his Celebrity Golf Tournament this weekend in Palm Desert.

LGBTQ Authors, Readers Engage at Book Festival

Readers of LGBTQ fiction will have an opportunity to meet authors, hear them read their own work and participate in question-answer sessions during a four-day free event in Palm Springs.

Lucy Introduces Rancho Mirage's 40th Anniversary Plans

The late Lucille Ball served as honorary mayor of Rancho Mirage twice, and her presence in character reinforced the star's ties as the city celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Best Picks from Modern Living Expo

By Jim Powers

As Modernism Week winds down this weekend, here are some picks from the Modern Living Expo that keep you thinking outside the box.

Spring Into Fun

By Joan Page McKenna

From Live Music to Art, Fashion, Theatre and Dance - find it all in the Coachella valley this month.

Life is a Cabaret

You don’t have to be Sally Bowles to enjoy life in the cabaret. Head to our favorite shows, and remember your sense of adventure.

La Quinta Arts Festival

La Quinta Arts Festival celebrates its 31st year with a triumphant distinction. The venerable event is now the top-ranked art festival in the nation.

Now That’s Green Living!

By Ebony March

You don’t need the luck of the Irish to have gorgeous skin. Choose from our favorite spa treatments to pamper and heal your mind, body, and spirit this St. Patrick’s Day.

Game, Set, Match

Six tips to optimize your experience at the BNP Paribas Open

Hot Picks!

Editor's choices for what to do in the desert.

Emerald Green

Color authority Pantone Inc. announced its pick of the year for 2013: emerald green. The opulent hue stands-out against the earthy desert landscape and sparks conversation at spring events like La Quinta Arts Festival and Fashion Week El Paseo.

At The Casinos

When it comes to live entertainment, catch the action at local casinos. Here’s what’s hot and happening at Agua Caliente Casino • Resort • Spa; Fantasy Springs Resort Casino; Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa; Spotlight 29 Casino.

Pet-Friendly Patio Dining

By Pamela Bieri

The opportunity to dine alfresco is one of the most enchanting aspects of desert living. This spring, instead of leaving your pet behind, visit these restaurants for an early-morning coffee, an afternoon burger and doggie treat

Girl, Put Your Records On

By Ebony March

For 22 years, Club Skirts has been bringing its girl party music festival known as “The Dinah” to the desert during Dinah Shore Weekend. In previous years, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry have rocked the stage to adoring crowds.

The 5 Best Fries in the Desert

By Ebony March

Savor these taters, prepared daily with a sliver of skin left on and fried up for the perfect ratio of crisp to fluffy goodness.

Tennis Whites and Golf Brights

By David A. Lee

Golf and tennis are even more popular as the days lengthen and the sun warms the body and soul. Look your best on the links or the courts in these sharp athletic fashions.

Best Of The Best

You vote. We reveal. That's how Best of the Best works. You weight in weekly at www.PalmSpringsLife.com/best on your favorite places in the Coachella Valley.

It’s Tee Time

By Judd Spicer

The Kraft Nabisco Championship returns to Rancho Mirage April 1-7. Aside from the Masters, Kraft Nabisco Championship is golf’s longest-running event.

Sashay, Shante’

New York is known as the fashion capital of the world. In Los Angeles, body consciousness is all the rage. The eighth annual Fashion Week El Paseo™ has carved a niche for itself in the land of luxury.