Fall in Love All Over Again in Greater Palm Springs
Greater Palm Springs restaurants are creating ultra-lavish menus for Valentine's Day, while area spas have rolled out distinctive treatments for two.
GREATER PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Feb. 10, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- For nearly a century, Hollywood's A-listers have escaped big city life to enjoy a little romantic canoodling in Greater Palm Springs. And never is Greater Palm Springs more romantic than Valentine's Day, when restaurants present lavish menus designed to kick romance into high gear and area spas highlight local ingredients and products in dreamy only-in-February treatments for two.
Need help deciding on the right venue for your dinner a deux? VisitGreaterPalmSprings.com has compiled a guide of more than 20 restaurants and spas offering special Valentine's menus and sweet treatments for two.
No matter what you decide, however, be sure to make advance reservations. Valentine's Day is a popular time for dining out, and Valentine's Day seatings are sure to be a full house.
Restaurants
Café at Shields Date Garden
Looking for an iconic oasis experience? How about taking your date to a date garden? The Café at Shields Date Garden is serving up an a la carte meal that includes Shields' famous stuffed dates, which are prepared with bleu cheese crumbles, jalapeño and prosciutto, then wrapped in bacon and topped with drizzled balsamic and demi-glace.
www.shieldsdategarden.com/shields_dates_cafe.aspx
Grove Artisan Kitchen, Miramonte Indian Wells Resort & Spa
Local specialties abound on the Valentine's Day Menu at Grove Artisan Kitchen, located at the Miramonte Indian Wells Resort & Spa. But you won't want to miss Chef Paul Hancock's uniquely local treat, the Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp made with Kadota figs and date ice cream. www.miramonteresort.com/palm-springs-dining-restaurants
Mr. Parker's, The Parker Palm Springs
The romantic menu at Mr. Parker's is full of lavish delicacies, like pan seared filet and foie gras with dried chili mole. And the menu has been designed to highlight items that are natural aphrodisiacs, in case you need a little culinary jump start.
www.theparkerpalmsprings.com/dine/mp-Valentine-17.pdf
Peak's Restaurant, Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Sure, Greater Palm Springs is set in the midst of California's desert region, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy a romantic meal in an alpine forest. Take the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to Peak's Restaurant, where you can enjoy a three-course, prix fixe menu.
www.pstramway.com
Wally's Desert Turtle
In Rancho Mirage, Wally's Desert Turtle has been a desert icon for nearly 40 years. Founded by Wally Botello, who was also the founder of the acclaimed Velvet Turtle restaurant group, Wally's is serving up a romantic three-course dinner with such offerings as bay shrimp salad, wild mushroom soup and Superior Farms roasted lamb.
www.wallysdesertturtle.com/2017-valentines-day.html
Spa Treatments
To treat your sweetie to an extra romantic evening, indulge in a lavish spa treatment for two. Among the Valentine's Day offerings:
Ace Hotel
The Feel Good Spa at the Ace Hotel Palm Springs is offering massage lessons for Valentine's Day. The 90-minute program includes a glass of champagne and will teach you professional techniques that you can use over and over again. www.acehotel.com/palmsprings/feelhttp://www.acehotel.com/palmsprings/feel-good-spagood-spa
Hyatt Regency Indian Wells (Indian Wells)
Express your creativity with a body painting class at Agua Serena Spa at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells. You'll work with an instructor who demonstrates popular designs to help get you started. Use local mud to color your partner's arms, legs and hands or give them a temporary tattoo with your name on it. www.indianwells.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/ourhttp://www.indianwells.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/our-hotel/spa.htmlhotel/spa.html
Miracle Springs Resort (Desert Hot Springs)
Enjoy a total romance immersion at the Miracle Springs Resort with a spa getaway for two. Stay in a Miracle Springs' suite and spend the day soaking in the resort's natural hot spring pools. A one-hour couples massage at The Spa is also included, as is a dinner for two at the landmark Capri restaurant, which features a special Valentine's Day menu for the evening.
www.miraclesprings.com
To see even more restaurant idea and spa offerings, visit http://bit.ly/gpsvalentine.
About Greater Palm Springs, California
Greater Palm Springs is Southern California's premier resort and golf destination. Discover a place of many experiences and surprises in nine distinctive cities: Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio and Coachella. As a respite for mind, body and spirit, Greater Palm Springs is ready to provide you with an unparalleled sense of escape, adventure, recreation, relaxation and your own unique way to play--anytime of the year. For more information on Greater Palm Springs, visit www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com.
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