Five Culinary Stars Take on the Date Challenge

We tasked four local chefs and a mixologist with crafting a meal that celebrates our region’s most important agricultural crop — the date. Their interpretations transcend the challenge.

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We tasked local chefs and a mixologist with crafting an inspired meal that spotlights the desert’s top crop — the date.

guide dogs of the desert

Faithful Companions

For 50 years, the visually impaired have 
gained independence with the help of 
Guide Dogs of the Desert.

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Now an accredited guide dog school, one of only 14 in the country, Guide Dogs of the Desert breeds, raises, and trains all its dogs on site.

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The Scent of the Desert

Distinctive aromas allow you to better know — and remember — the qualities of this special place.

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Herbaceous sagebrush creates an aroma that is part of a distinct scent collection that makes the desert unlike any other place in the world. 

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Passion and Progress

In their own ways, these ‘Women Who Lead’ help make the Coachella Valley a desirable place to live and visit.

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In their own ways, these ‘Women Who Lead’ – Jill Golden, Kelly Steward, and Lili Rodriguez – help make the desert a desirable place to live and visit.