One of my favorites in Palm Springs! This time I was with a group of girlfriends and we sat outside which was so lovely (hence the dark photos sorry). Because there was a good group of us, we were able to order a lot of plates to share.

Not pictured was the Valrhona Flourless Chocolate Terrine with salted peanut butter ice cream and housemade marshmallow – do I even need to say how good it was?

Crispy Local Goat Cheese, braised lentils, glazed beet, scallion

Roasted Heirloom Carrots, Temecula farms avocado honey, avocado oil, black garlic, county line farm baby mustard greens

Wood-Fired Pizza – daily special

Shaved Brussels Sprouts, red currants, rising c ranch pomelo pipits, cabernet vinegar, pumpkin seed oil, pecorino romano

Marinated Baby Market Beets, local arugula, weiser farms carrot, harry’s strawberries, dill créme fraiche, grilled rye

Market Veggie Enchiladas, poblano roasted peppers, spaghetti squash, kale, grilled tomatillo sauce, cotija cheese, topped with a fried egg

Grilled Organic Jidori Chicken Diabolo, spicy mustard rub, sage red quinoa, rapini with garlic

Local Goat Cheesecake, ha’s pear compote

Cheeky’s – Palm Springs, CA

May 2, 2016

American, Breakfast, Palm Springs

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Cheeky’s – Palm Springs, CA

I’ve heard people rave about this place for a long time now but haven’t been to the desert in quite some time. I recently stayed in old Palm Springs and made a point to go here on my way out of town. I think no matter what time of day there’s always going to be a wait so don’t expect to walk right in. Especially since they don’t take reservations. They have a lovely deck area where you can sit and enjoy a nice coffee or drink while you’re waiting though.

I had the hardest time deciding what to order. I honestly I think I could have closed my eyes and pointed to anything and I would have been pleased. Our waitress pointed out that the top portion of the menu were the weekly specials whereas the bottom half were the items that never rotate. That definitely helped me narrow it down. I finally decided on the Thai chili roasted pork over steamed rice topped with fried eggs and sesame. When do you ever see that on a menu? My girlfriend ordered the french toast with blackberry, honey mascarpone and black pepper so I felt better knowing I could have a bite of hers. Both were excellent and couldn’t have been more different. Mine savory, spicy and hearty, hers sweet with the most perfect balance thanks to the black pepper on top. Let me also not forget to mention the tots with homemade ranch. Who could say no to those?! DE-licious!!! I can’t wait to go back.

Thai chili roasted pork over steamed rice, fried eggs and sesame

French toast with blackberry, honey mascarpone, black pepper

Tots with homemade ranch

Spencer’s – Palm Springs, CA

April 23, 2012

American, California Cuisine, Palm Springs

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Spencer’s – Palm Springs, CA

This was my first time to Spencer’s but it won’t be my last. Nestled up again the San Jacinto Mountains, the setting is beautiful and I can only imagine what it would be like at night seeing that we were there to enjoy a late lunch. Outside on the patio under the trees is by far the best seat in the house – it’s no wonder they won the award for Best Outside Dining:)

The menu is American with hints of Asian and Mediterranean influences. Being a hot afternoon I chose the Baja Shrimp Salad. It came with roasted corn, avocado, tomatoes and tortilla strips with a lemon tequila dressing…yum! I added a squeeze of lemon and a dash of salt…DE-lish!