Basil. Sage. Rosemary. Thyme. Saffron. These herbs might sound like the backbone of a fabulous meal, but they’re also a secret ingredient behind some of the Coachella Valley’s most intriguing drinks.
Derrik J. Lang
Splitting his time between Palm Springs and Orange County, Derrik J. Lang is the senior features editor at Westways and AAA Explorer. He previously served as lifestyle editor at Shondaland and deputy editor at Palm Springs Life. He once played himself on an episode of All My Children.
Local Chefs Take on New York Ahead of Palm Desert Food & Wine
Ashutosh Gairola did not have a backup plan. When making the trek from California to New York for this year’s Palm Desert Food & Wine preview dinner, a collaboration with the James Beard Foundation, Gairola’s connecting flight was postponed. While such a delay would have been a mere annoyance for most, it could have spelled doom for La Quinta Resort & Club’s star pastry chef.
Why Zachary Quinto Loves Palm Springs—and What’s Next After Brilliant Minds
After filming the debut season of the NBC medical drama Brilliant Minds, Zachary Quinto steals away to the desert for a leisurely weekend of lounging.
Celebrity Chefs Angelo Sosa, Richard Blais Open New Restaurants in the Coachella Valley
A crop of culinary stars are bringing new dining concepts to the desert. We spoke with two of them to find out why.
Deserted Films Catalogs Home Movies From Palm Springs Area
With a passion for discovering and archiving forgotten footage, Deserted Films co-founders Melissa Dollman and Devin Orgeron are keeping Southern California’s homegrown history alive.
9 Poolside Restaurants in Greater Palm Springs
At these poolside restaurants, every dish comes with water views.
The Past, Present, and Future of Drag Culture in Greater Palm Springs
Four local drag queens discuss the art, challenges, and community of drag culture.
Chef Brings Turkish Influence to New Palm Springs Restaurant
Lola Rose executive chef Quentin Garcia shares a sneak peek of the forthcoming Thompson Palm Springs restaurant.
Fun and Fabulous Drag Brunches in Greater Palm Springs
Sashay to these hot spots for fabulous weekend brunches hosted by drag stars.
Chef Ysaac Ramirez Gets Creative With Mexican Cuisine at Drift Palm Springs
Maleza’s executive chef is among those defining a new era of modern Mexican cuisine in Greater Palm Springs.
