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Risseth Lora Shares Her Favorite Spots in Greater Palm Springs!
EXPERT: Risseth Lora CREDENTIALS: Senior Managing Director of JNS Next, Creative & Media Hub MONDAY ¢ Mondays can be a drag, so I typically start my day at Old Town Coffee Company with a fresh, iced dirty chai latte. I love the kick of espresso balanced by the spice of the chai! oldtownlaquinta.com
FRIDAY ¢ When splurging on a fine meal is on the agenda, my husband and I will typically venture out to Copley’s on Palm Canyon. The food options are phenomenal and the ambiance is magical. copleyspalmsprings.com
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my spot when I’m in the mood for a premium glass of Malbec after a long day of work. The laid back environment and live music help put me in the right mental space.
SATURDAY ¢ My family and I enjoy hikes, so taking the tram up to an elevation of over 8,500 feet provides breathtaking views of the valley below, and an opportunity to get up close and personal with nature. pstramway.com
WEDNESDAY ¢ Whenever my schedule permits, I try to squeeze in a 6 p.m. class at Orangetheory Fitness in Palm Desert. It’s a great, competitive environment that motivates me to push my fitness limits. palm-desert. orangetheoryfitness.com
SUNDAY ¢ A laid back movie with the family at Century La Quinta and XD is the perfect way to round out the weekend. The comfy seating and assorted concessions take the movie viewing experience to another level. cinemark.com/theatre-1126
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THURSDAY ¢ Happy hour at Fortun’s Kitchen + Bar is the best! All of their specialty cocktails are handcrafted and as fresh as could be. If you stay to dine, they have killer Clam Chowder and woodfired pizzas.
“The Wine Emporium is my spot when I’m in the mood for a premium glass of Malbec after a long day of work.”
JNS NEXT 78100 Main St, Ste 201 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.775.0000 www.jnsnext.com Photoshoot Location: OLD TOWN LA QUINTA 78100 Main St La Quinta, CA 92253 760.600.0758 www.oldtownlaquinta.com
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Photographed By: Jane Chouteau