Amber Juarez, Author at Palm Springs Life https://www.palmspringslife.com/author/amberjuarez/ Your Guide to Greater Palm Springs Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:58:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.palmspringslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-favicon-5121-32x32.png Amber Juarez, Author at Palm Springs Life https://www.palmspringslife.com/author/amberjuarez/ 32 32 Meet the Pitmaster Bringing Texas-Style BBQ to Coachella https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/meet-the-pitmaster-bringing-texas-style-bbq-to-coachella/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=778665 Just Smoke BBQ owner Jimmy Garduño shares what he loves about desert life, why he chose Texas-style barbecue, and which dishes locals love the most.

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]]> Ironman 70.3 La Quinta Returns With New Course https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/ironman-70-3-la-quinta-returns-with-new-course/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:11:11 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=778569 Athletes from around the world gather in the East Valley every December for Ironman 70.3 La Quinta, one of the final triathlon events of the year. “It creates a very unique situation,” says race director Ryan Jarrell, “whether athletes want to have really good form at the end of the year, or it’s their A race and they’ve been building all year towards this.”

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]]> What to Expect at the 2025 Indio International Tamale Festival https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/what-to-expect-at-the-2025-indio-international-tamale-festival/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=778185 Tradition, family, and community are at the heart of the Indio International Tamale Festival, returning to Miles Avenue Park for its 33rd year. What began as a small gathering has grown into one of the Coachella Valley’s most beloved celebrations — a place where generations come together to share food, culture, and connection.

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]]> How to Go Apple-Picking at Los Rios Rancho in Oak Glen https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/day-trips/how-to-go-apple-picking-at-los-rios-rancho-in-oak-glen/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=776951 Craving a seasonal adventure? A short drive from the desert leads to an apple-picking paradise. Roughly 40 miles northwest of Palm Springs in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, Oak Glen is home to Southern California’s oldest and largest apple farm: Los Rios Rancho.

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]]> Indio BBQ Festival Celebrates 10 Years of Great Food https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/indio-bbq-festival-celebrates-10-years-of-great-food/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 02:46:14 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=776716 Follow the smoky aromas in downtown Indio to the 10th annual Indio BBQ Festival on Nov. 8, a community event filled with barbecue flavors and family-friendly activities. Taste your way through a wide range of barbecue vendors, each serving their signature dishes. Savor tender brisket, spicy ribs, pulled pork, and classic sides. Guests can sample bites from favorite local spots and discover new ones.

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]]> Joshua Treenial Brings Art Installations, Workshops, More to High Desert https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/joshua-treenial-brings-art-installations-workshops-more-to-high-desert/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 02:02:18 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=776364 “What new thinking can we incorporate that could continue the vision of inspiring people?” asks Bernard Leibov, co-founder of the Joshua Treenial. That question helped shape this year’s edition of the art event.

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]]> Why We Love Xanti’s Coffee for Matcha in Palm Desert https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/why-we-love-xantis-coffee-for-matcha-in-palm-desert/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 23:09:10 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=775168 To say I am obsessed with matcha is an understatement — my Instagram explore page is filled with matcha recipes. So when my sister and I discovered Xanti’s Coffee at The Shops at Palm Desert, it was like we’d finally found El Dorado. One sip of their matcha, and we were hooked. Any time I visit Palm Desert with my mom and sister, we always make a stop at Xanti’s.

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]]> Foreigner Frontman Kelly Hansen Says Farewell to Band in Indio https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/foreigner-frontman-kelly-hansen-says-farewell-to-band-in-indio/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 22:54:45 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=774160 If you ask Kelly Hansen his favorite Foreigner song to perform, he’ll say he’s not a “favorite” type of person. To him, calling one song the best would mean another is less important — and after leading the classic rock band for 20 years, he believes every track is worth savoring in its own way. “The songs are kind of like a very beautiful ripe bowl of fruit, and one day I might be in the mood for an apple, and one day I might be in the mood for an orange,” he says. “But all the fruit in this basket of songs are beautiful.”

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]]> CVRep Summer Cabaret Series Brings Broadway to Cathedral City https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/cvrep-summer-cabaret-series-brings-broadway-to-cathedral-city/ Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:49:57 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=768506 “What good is sitting alone in your room? Come hear the music play!” Liza Minnelli’s lyrics from Cabaret could easily be the theme song to Coachella Valley Repertory’s Summer Cabaret Series, which offers live performances weekly every Tuesday and Thursday.

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]]> How The Roost Lounge Became a Cathedral City Favorite https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/how-the-roost-lounge-became-a-cathedral-city-favorite/ Tue, 06 May 2025 23:55:43 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=766539 In our annual Best of the Best competition, The Roost Lounge was named best happy hour in Cathedral City by our readers. We spoke with owner Jeff McDonald to learn more about the bar.

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]]> How Liz Ostoich Brings France to Downtown Palm Springs https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/how-liz-ostoich-brings-france-to-downtown-palm-springs/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:12:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=758197 In our 2024 Best of the Best competition, Farm was named best farm-to-table in Palm Springs by our readers. We spoke with owner Liz Ostoich to learn more about the French-inspired restaurant.

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]]> Meet Chrissy Armstrong, Owner of Chrissy’s on El Paseo https://www.palmspringslife.com/shopping-style/shopping/meet-chrissy-armstrong-owner-of-chrissys-on-el-paseo/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=755742 In our annual Best of the Best competition, Chrissy’s on El Paseo was named best modern fashion in Palm Desert by our readers. We spoke with owner Chrissy Armstrong to learn more about the El Paseo shop.

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]]> Cathedral City LGBT+ Days Returns to the Desert https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/cathedral-city-lgbt-days-returns-to-the-desert/ Fri, 07 Mar 2025 02:29:02 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=755759 Cathedral City’s LGBT+ Days festival returns for a weekend packed with live entertainment, activities, and a strong sense of community. Now in its ninth year, the event kicks off with the raising of the pride flag at City Hall. “We were the first city in the valley to do so,” says Chris Parman, Cathedral City’s special events consultant and a lead planner of LGBT+ Days.

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]]> Meet Eileen Burke, the Owner of Coco Rose Home in La Quinta https://www.palmspringslife.com/shopping-style/shopping/meet-eileen-burke-the-owner-of-coco-rose-home-in-la-quinta/ Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=754480 The La Quinta boutique specializes in bohemian home décor and unique gifts, sourcing one-of-a-kind pieces from Bali.

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]]> 10 Films to See at Palm Springs International Film Festival https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/10-films-to-see-at-palm-springs-international-film-festival/ Sun, 29 Dec 2024 22:05:11 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=752765 From documentaries to dramas and comedies, here are 10 must-watch films that should be on your radar during the festival, Jan. 2–13, 2025.

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]]> Meet the Executive Director of Cabot’s Pueblo Museum https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/meet-the-executive-director-of-cabots-pueblo-museum/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 01:05:58 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=752381 Cabot’s Pueblo Museum, named the best Desert Hot Springs attraction, preserves history and fosters community through unique programs.

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]]> Desert Air Brings Electronic Beats to Palm Springs Air Museum, Surf Club https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/desert-air-brings-electronic-beats-to-palm-springs-air-museum-surf-club/ Sat, 09 Nov 2024 18:10:18 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=751921 Experience electronic music, vintage aircraft, and poolside vibes during the annual music festival happening Nov. 15–17.

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]]> 13 Places to Dine Out During Modernism Week https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/13-places-to-dine-out-during-modernism-week/ Sat, 19 Oct 2024 23:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=750284 Keep your Modernism Week adventures going after the tours are over by dining at these design-forward restaurants.

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]]> Visit High Desert Artists During Hwy 62 Open Studio Art Tours https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/visit-high-desert-artists-during-hwy-62-open-studio-art-tours/ Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=750878 This unique art experience takes place over the first three weekends of October in the Morongo Basin, from Yucca Valley to Twentynine Palms.

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]]> Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza Recognized by Time Magazine https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/agua-caliente-cultural-plaza-recognized-by-time-magazine/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 19:12:18 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=749875 A recent issue of magazine named the Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza as one the “World’s Greatest Places” of 2024.

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]]> What to Watch at Palm Springs International ShortFest 2024 https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/what-to-watch-at-palm-springs-international-shortfest-2024/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:52:57 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=748639 The post What to Watch at Palm Springs International ShortFest 2024 appeared first on Palm Springs Life.

]]> Palm Springs Life Honors Three Local Women at Women Who Lead Luncheon https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/social-scene-palm-springs/palm-springs-life-honors-three-local-women-at-women-who-lead-luncheon/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 22:15:02 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=748574 The 12th annual luncheon, held at The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage, featured supermodel Beverly Johnson as keynote speaker.

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]]> How Palm Springs Wildlife Advocates Protects Area Animals     https://www.palmspringslife.com/outdoors/environment/how-palm-springs-wildlife-advocates-protects-area-animals/ Sat, 15 Jun 2024 02:45:16 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=748551 The nonprofit’s founder, Bettina Rosmarino, discusses the organization’s efforts to keep local wildlife safe.

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]]> Where to Find Vinyl Records in the Coachella Valley https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/where-to-find-vinyl-records-in-the-coachella-valley/ Wed, 29 May 2024 23:05:04 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=748221 The post Where to Find Vinyl Records in the Coachella Valley appeared first on Palm Springs Life.

]]> Palm Springs Cultural Center Hosts Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/palm-springs-cultural-center-hosts-arthur-lyons-film-noir-festival/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:38:00 +0000 https://palmspringslife.com/?p=746526 Watch several rare classic noir films at the 25th annual Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival, May 9–12.

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