Palm Springs Life's Dine Out - November 2008
Restaurant News and Events from around the Coachella Valley New Restaurant Souplantation Planned to Open in La Quinta
 Souplantation, a California-based restaurant specializing in made-from-scratch soups, salads and bakery goods, has leased approximately 7,000 square-feet of retail space in the Komar Desert Center. The restaurant will accommodate approximately 210 guests and is to open this December.
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79705 Highway 111
La Quinta, CA _______________________________________________________ A Locals Favorite  Vicky's of Santa Fe - Simply Great American Food
Since opening in 1989, Vicky’s of Santa Fe has been offering simply great American food, great service, and great prices, so it is no surprise that the tradition continues as it embarks on its 21st season. Offerings such as whole Rotisserie Chicken, 16-ounce Prime New York strip steaks, Filet Mignon, center-cut Veal Chops and New Zealand Rack of Lamb will satisfy the carnivore in your party and a variety of seafood entrées will appeal to the more health-concious diner.
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45100 Club Drive
Indian Wells, CA
760-345-9770
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Brunch Begins at 10am and includes live entertainment. The Delgado family welcomes you to try their family recipes and new creations while enjoying their award winning atmosphere, cuisine, patio and of course margaritas. Choose from popular favorites: Prime Rib, Salmon, Vegetables, Made to Order Omelettes, Waffles and more. Traditional Mexican Specialties include Enchiladas, Chile Rellenos, Fajita Station with your choice of Beef, Chicken or Shrimp and a complete Dessert selection. Adults $24.95 - Children (10 and under) $10.95
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70050 Highway 111
Rancho Mirage, CA
760-328-8844
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Food and Wine Events
 Barrie Lynn’s Cheese and Wine Adventure
Barrie Lynn, “The Cheese Impresario,” will tell you: artisanal cheeses are THE way to entertain. Everyone wants to know more about them — who makes them, how to serve them, how to put a cheese course together, and what wines complement them. Find out answers to these and other questions during The Cheese Impresario’s Artisanal Cheese & Wine Pairing Adventure at The Art of Food & Wine Palm Desert at 2 p.m. on Nov. 8. 2008
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Desert Springs JW Marriott Resort and Spa
74-855 Country Club Drive
Palm Desert, CA
866.96.TASTE
............................................................................................................. Lantana Offers Half off Wines Featured at Fall Event
 Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa's Lantana Restaurant will be among local restaurants featured during the two-day Grand Tasting at the Art of Food & Wine Palm Desert taking place through Sunday. "We are excited to showcase Lantana's contemporary California cuisine at this upscale food and wine celebration," said Executive Chef Chris Mitchum. "To preview this great event, guests can enjoy eight of the varietals to be featured at the Art of Food & Wine available at our Lantana Restaurant, while also receiving half off any bottle over dinner."
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44600 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, CA
760-341-1000 ............................................................................................................. Mick Fleetwood Wine Dinner
 Fun begins on Friday, November 14 in Spotlight’s JEM Steakhouse with the Mick Fleetwood Wine Dinner. This incredible night features a four-star dinner from the famous JEM Steakhouse menu, paired to perfection with wine from the Mick Fleetwood Private Cellars collection. With only 120 seats available, this truly intimate experience is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to wine and dine with a music legend. The $250 ticket price includes a VIP ticket to Fleetwood’s Saturday concert, an autographed bottle of Mike Fleetwood Private Cellars wine and a souvenir photo with Fleetwood. The evening begins at 6 p.m.
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46-200 Harrison Place
Coachella, CA
866-377-6829 _______________________________________________________ Thanksgiving Day - Dine Out
Why cook this Thanksgiving?
Several area restaurants will cook for you... they will clean the dishes and even entertain your guests! So sit back and relax this year with your friends and family.  Melvyn's Restaurant & Lounge:
Melvyn's Restaurant, located right on the premises of the legendary Ingleside Inn, is elegantly upbeat with a fully restored 1895 carved oak and mahogany bar. With its numerous antiques, waiters in linen jackets and photographs from long ago, dining at Melvyn's is truly a unique experience. Enjoy a relaxing and delicious Thanksgiving Dinner with your family and friends at Melvyn's Restaurant at the delightful Ingleside Inn in downtown Palm Springs.
Cost $39.50 pp. plus Tax and Gratuity - See Menu
Call for seating schedules.
200 W Ramon Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92264
760-325-2323
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 Pacifica Seafood Restaurant:
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant features the freshest seafood in the desert. Their innovative dining menu showcases a variety of fresh seafood and flavorful steak dishes, complemented by our International Vodka Menu and award-winning wine list. Pacifica Seafood Restaurant is just minutes from Palm Springs, near shopping and resorts, in the heart of Palm Desert, California.
Cost: $49 Prix Fixe Menu, $39 Prix Fixe with turkey selection as entree pp.- See Menu
Call for seating schedules.
73505 El Paseo
Palm Desert, CA 92260
The Gardens on El Paseo
760-674-8666
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 Spencer's Restaurant:
Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, Spencer's offers a popular Palm Springs tradition of culinary excellence featuring a fresh approach to classic American, European and Pacific Rim cuisine. Spencer's is Palm Springs' "it" place for any occasion... a romantic dinner, a business lunch, a special event or a sumptuous Sunday brunch. Spencer's Ambience is the perfect blend of stylish elegance and comfortable informality.
Cost: $44.00 pp. Plus tax & gratuity- See Menu
$24.00 for children under 12
Seating times: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
701 West Baristo Road,
Palm Springs CA 92262
760-327-3446
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T hanksgiving Day at the Tram:
Pines Café - On Thanksgiving Day, November 27th Ride ‘n’ Dine combination tickets, which include Tram admission and dinner at the Pines Café, a cafeteria-style restaurant, will be available for purchase beginning at 8am.
Cost: Tickets for the combination are $35.50 adults and seniors / $23 children ages 3-12.
Dinner will be served from 11am until 8:30pm. - See Menu
Peaks Fine Dining Restaurant - at the top of the tram, will serve dinner from 11am to 7:30pm. (Tram Ticket Not Included with dinner)
Cost of dinner is: $40 adults and seniors and $25 children. Tram admission, gratuity and tax are not included.
Call for seating schedules. - See Menu
One Tramway Rd.
Palm Springs, CA.
760-325-1391
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 Villa Royale Inn:
Superb modern Continental dishes, such as the signature Salmon in Parchment and Duck Confit, are inspired by the flavors of France, Italy, Spain and Greece. Savor them fireside in the warmth of Europa's intimate dining room, or by trickling fountains under the desert stars.
Costs: Entree options start at $55.00 and go to $65.00 pp. - See Menu
Corkage $35 per bottle
18% gratuity applied to parties of six or more
1620 S. Indian Trail
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(800) 245-2314
(760) 327-2314
_______________________________________________________ Cocktail of the Month  Desert Hot Spot Offers Up the Coco Mojito
The drink of choice for many these days, the mojito is traditionally made of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime, carbonated water, and mint, but ever bartender has their unique version.
At The Tropicale Restaurant and Coral Seas Lounge in Palm Springs, owner and bartender Ranz combines Cruzan Coconut Rum, fresh mint and lime, and a splash of pineapple juice for a refreshing cocktail that guests can’t get enough of.
To find this drink, step into chic and sophisticated décor of The Tropicale featuring an indoor/outdoor bar and our pick for drink of the month — the Coco Mojito.
Mixologists are hard at work here in the Coachella Valley creating new flavors and original liquid recipes for all of you drink aficionados, so check back each month for our recommended cocktail, or suggest one of your recent samplings. Till then, drink up! _______________________________________________________ Your Online Dine Out Resource  To Search Palm Springs Area Restaurants by Location and or Food Type - Click Here
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