late night sweets Ò Choose These Spots for a Cool Treat
EAT FEATURE
HIT THE (SWEET) SPOT Indulge in These 8 Delectable Desserts WRITTEN BY: WILL LANGE
Eight49 Restaurant Until 11 p.m. LULU California Bistro Until 1 a.m. Eddie’s Frozen Yogurt Until 1:30 a.m. Friday and Saturdays Great Shakes Until 11 p.m. Ice Cream Shoppe Until 12 a.m. Trio Until 11 p.m.
Lulu California Bistro
BUTTERY POUND CAKE Lulu California Bistro 200 S Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.327.5858 lulupalmsprings.com
Creamistry Until 11 p.m. Pique Ice Cream Parlor Until 5 a.m. POM Restaurant Until 2 a.m. Birba Until 12 a.m. The Palm House Until 12 a.m. Reservoir Until 1:30 a.m.
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Ò The buttery pound cake with a scoop of ice cream or sorbet atop will surely hit the spot. Take a bite and let it melt in your mouth—a sweet experience you’ll want to savor.
COOKIE SHAKE Coco Freeze Ice Cream Shop 43905 Clinton St Ste 5 Indio, CA 92201 760.347.4488
Ò Coco’s is known for their handcrafted milkshakes topped with cookie for the full flavor. Stop in here on a sweltering hot day to take advantage of an amazing array of ice cream, which can be combined in any way your imagination dreams up.
ALMOND MIDNIGHT MOCHA
EGGNOG
MACARONS
Tutti Frutti 79845 Hwy 111 Ste 103 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.347.9034 tfyogurt.com
Tiffany’s Sweet Spot 79410 Hwy 111 Ste 101 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.360.1329 tiffanyssweetspot.com
Ò “Flavors as unique as you” is the slogan here and one look at the menu confirms it. The Almond Midnight Mocha has two types of cocoa, almonds and a splash of coffee that will wake your palate like you wouldn’t believe.
Ò So many yogurt shops exist, it’s hard to know where to go, but Tutti Frutti has been a success for years and for good reason. Come here for a creamy Eggnog frozen flavor, with other holiday toppings, that will satisfy all ages.
Ò Not only “Mad Mac” does Macarons these days. Turns out Tiffany’s has a variety of intense flavors, perfectly baked and presented in vibrant colors.
TOPPINGS
TARTS
Yogurt Island 78447 Hwy 111 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.0033 yogurt-island.com
La Quinta Baking Company 78395 Hwy 111 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.777.1699 Laquintabaking.com
Ò Create your own mix here at this self-serve froyo palace. A massive variety of toppings includes everything from fresh Kiwi and waffles, to traditional favorites like rainbow sprinkles.
Ò This little slice of Paris is a staple for those looking for authentic pastries. Try the fresh Lemon Meringue Tarts for a sweet and sour afternoon pick-me-up.
Yogurtland 79174 Hwy 111 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.564.1650 yogurt-land.com
BANANA LAVENDER Nitroinfusions 78010 Main St Ste 108 La Quinta, CA 92253 760.771.0700 nitroinfusions.com
Ò Liquid Nitrogen ice cream is all the rage these days for the unique freshness and texture it produces. Check this shop for organic options like Banana Lavender. Mmmm!