Age: Donovan; 30, Molly; 27
Residence: Cathedral City
Background: We moved here from San Diego five years ago to help run the original Giuseppe’s Pizza and Pasta and open additional businesses in the desert.
Personal Style: Donovan: Crate Denim button-down shirts, jeans, and Vans. Molly: minimalist and vintage mixed.
Current Projects
Bar: An artsy pizza restaurant with craft cocktails and a chill vibe. Must Try: Prosciutto and Gorgonzola pizza and the Old Fashioned — made with bourbon, bitters, sugar, and citrus. www.barwastaken.com
Smoke Tree BBQ and Grill: A rustic yet warm parlor with in-house smoked barbecue meats and a large selection of tequila and classic cocktails. Must Try: Smoked Pork Belly Sliders and the 14-hour Smoked Brisket. www.smoketreebbq.com
Giuseppe’s Pizza and Pasta: A traditional Italian eatery serving a taste of the Windy City in the desert. Must Try: Chicago’s Famous Pan Sausage Pizza. www.giuseppesps.com
Their Favorite Things
Favorite Staycation
The Parker. The property is beautiful and Mr. Parker is a great spot for a date-night dinner. www.theparkerpalmsprings.com
Favorite Restaurant
We like Birba for its atmosphere and delicious Nonna’s Meatballs and Tricolore salad. www.birbaps.com
Favorite Bar
Bootlegger Tiki. The Poison Dart is tasty. www.bootleggertiki.com
Favorite Store
All Saints and Epidemic Skate Shop in Cathedral City. www.us.allsaints.com; www.epidemicskateboardshop.com
Favorite Art Gallery
There are a bunch in Palm Springs worth visiting. We love local artist Eric Nash’s oil paintings on canvas at Flow Modern Design. www.flowmodern.com; www.ericnashart.com
Favorite Music Venue
Pappy & Harriet’s for its Wild West atmosphere and great musical acts. www.pappyandharriets.com
Favorite Event
Tachevah Festival [the block party in downtown Palm Springs during Coachella in April]. www.facebook.com/Tachevah
Favorite Athletic Activity
Yoga at Power Yoga Palm Springs. Janet is an amazing instructor. www.poweryogapalmsprings.com
Favorite Hike or Walk
Moorten Botanical Garden. Mountains and desert plants give a feeling of peace and thankfulness. www.moortenbotanicalgarden.com
Favorite Day Trip
Joshua Tree National Park is great for hiking or just walking around. www.nps.gov/jotr
