The Counter Reformation of Palm Springs DiningÂ
A deep dive into Counter Reformation at Parker Palm Springs — the confessional booth, the candlelit bar, and the tasting lineup that defines one of the desert’s most distinctive dining experiences.
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Townie Bagels: The Best New York‑Style Bagels in Palm Springs
Townie Bagels isn’t just a neighborhood favorite — it’s the craft bakery that quietly reshaped Palm Springs breakfast culture. From water‑boiled bagels made the old‑school way to a menu that feels like a morning ritual, Townie stands shoulder‑to‑shoulder with the best of New York. Here’s the full story of how a home‑grown bakery became a city institution.
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The BBQ Chicken Crepe at Gabino’s Creperie
For the past decade, Gabino’s Creperie has turned savory crepe sandwiches into a Palm Springs staple. What began as a roaming pop‑up evolved into one of the city’s most recognizable indie food spots, now expanded across the Coachella Valley.
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Maleza at Drift Palm Springs: Modern Mexican Dining With Baja Brightness and Desert Flair
Maleza at Drift Palm Springs brings Baja brightness and desert confidence to the city’s modern dining wave. A design‑forward space with a mezcal‑driven cocktail program and a menu built on coastal freshness, confident flavors, and expressive modern Mexican cooking.
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Keedy’s Fountain & Grill: A Palm Desert Original Since 1957
Keedy’s Fountain & Grill has been serving Palm Desert since 1957, holding onto the classic diner experience with its original counter, stools, and old‑school breakfast plates. It remains one of the valley’s longest‑running restaurants and a true piece of mid‑century desert history.
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Palm Springs Michelin Guide 2026: Every Michelin Restaurant You Need to Know
Michelin’s 2026 Guide lists eight Palm Springs restaurants, though Alice B. has since closed and only seven are open. None holds a star yet, and the Guide hasn’t reached the rest of the Coachella Valley. Here is every listing, with my notes from the places I’ve eaten, and I say so where I haven’t.
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Willie’s Modern Fare: A Refined Afternoon Tea in the Coachella ValleyÂ
A nostalgic look at British afternoon tea, reimagined in the Coachella Valley at Willie’s Modern Fare — complete with sandwiches, scones, pastries, and the refined hospitality Willie Rhine is known for.
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Where to Eat in Palm Springs: A Local’s Guide
Discover the best restaurants in Palm Springs with this local’s guide to chef‑driven hotspots, stylish patios, and essential neighborhood favorites — the places truly worth planning your trip around.
