What do professional golfers Matt Kuchar and Rickie Fowler, NBA star Kevin Garnett, race car driver Danica Patrick, and pro footballer Vernon Davis have in common? They all practice yoga. Twenty years ago, a yoga workout was still being dismissed in some circles as a New Age fitness fad. Now, professional sport teams all over the world incorporate it into
DRINK Any bartender can shake up one of David Embury’s six classic cocktails, but it takes a true connoisseur to master The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks. Embury’s bartending bible not only defined the basics of crafting the proper cocktail, but also immortalized the classics as we know them: the daiquiri, Jack Rose, Manhattan, martini, old-fashioned, and sidecar. A few
There’s plenty of court action to look forward to during this year’s BNP Paribas Open (newly renovated suites, an expanded Stadium Plaza, and the addition of Wolfgang Puck’s Spago restaurant), but the tennis doesn’t need to stop there for the truly obsessed. Hit the courts at these top-rated tennis resorts. Recognized as one of the top tennis resorts in the
In Greater Palm Springs, no two accommodations are alike. Here, independent hoteliers as well as world-renowned chains set themselves apart with colorful backstories, picturesque views, award-winning spas, restaurants, and architecture. When it comes to attractions, these six distinguished stays top our list. Historic hotels aren’t a rarity in the Coachella Valley, but the mobster- and celebrity-riddled past of the Colony
A smartphone app called Soothe is the latest evolution in the on-demand business model, allowing users to book an at-home massage from a licensed therapist in as little as an hour. “Getting the relaxation you seek isn’t something you want to wait around for,” says Soothe CEO and founder Merlin Kauffman, who expanded the service to the Coachella Valley last
This posh gem, once a hideaway for Hollywood’s elite, is a William F. Cody design reimagined by contemporary architect and hotelier Steve Hermann. The intimate, 25-room property and peaceful desert landscape create a rich experience. In addition to luxurious comfort, amenities like an infinity pool and private bar and SOPA’s alfresco dining are major attractions. 1050 E. Palm Canyon Drive,
Bartenders across the Coachella Valley draw their mixology inspiration from the desert — and you can bring a taste of Palm Springs to your home bar with these cocktail recipes. Raise a glass to the oasis with these local favorites. There’s no better place for a Christmas cocktail, says Tropicale owner Tony di Lembo. “We’ve been making this grog for
Cathedral City isn’t throwing any old birthday party this year. The city’s turning 35 in style with a weekend full of sky-high celebrations during the Cathedral City 35th Anniversary and Hot Air Balloon Festival. Nov. 18–20 marks the occasion with the return of the Hot Air Balloon Festival for three days of head-in-the-clouds fun. But delight doesn’t stop with whimsical balloon
The Coachella Valley is ripe with local flavors, and you can bring them to your table this Thanksgiving for a dinner your guests won’t forget. Here’s your guide to going local for your holiday feast. Order to pick up at Certified Farmers Market, call 951-486-1936 or visit www.da-le-ranch.com Try CVB Co.’s Desert Swarm with local honey; Belgian Vanilla with cinammon
Whether you’re looking for a bodacious breakfast or post-concert munchies, these desert eateries will keep you ready to rock before and after Desert Trip.