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Restaurant of the Week Segment - September 13, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Sarah Vertucci re: Assistant Mgr. “Johnny Costa’s”440 S. Palm, Cyn., Dr., P.S. 92262 - MISSION STATEMENT: From the classic Italian music to the candlelit tables, the nostalgic atmosphere at Johnn Costa’s Ristorante feels like traveling back to midcentury times. The Costa family continues the legacy of the late ch
Nigel Dettelbach
Sep 121 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - September 6, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Geo Lewis re: Caretaker (owner) of “Bootlegger Tiki” @ 1101 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm, Springs, CA. 92262. Tucked right behind Ernest Coffee. - REPORT that Bootlegger Tiki is a tiki bar, w/ some snacks and a restaurant nearby. - DISCUSSION of the 13 years it’s been at this location. - DISCUSSION of the association
Nigel Dettelbach
Sep 61 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - August 30, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Marc Lodovico re: “Vicky’s of Santa Fe”; 45-100 Club Dr., Indian Wells, CA. 92210 – Open 6 days a week, closed Sunday. - REPORT that Vicky’s of Santa Fe WILL RE-OPEN ON THURS., SEPT., 3. - REPORT on all the areas for dining and drinking. - REPORT on the new stage in the Lounge. - REPORT on the bar area and the spe
Nigel Dettelbach
Aug 291 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - August 23, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Dick Shalhoub re: his family’s 30 McDonalds restaurants. - DISCUSSION that McDonalds is doing so well, making changes that reflect the changing demographic of the customers and of the economy. - REPORT on the different coffees, drinks and teas that McDonalds has now from the original menu. - DISCUSSION of how the
Nigel Dettelbach
Aug 231 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - August 16, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Amber Castillo re: “Lulu California Bistro”. 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - REPORT on the ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR 7 days a week. - DISCUSSION that the patio is always full w/ fans and mist system. - REPORT on the daily dining specials. $27.99 - REPORT that you should make reservation – either on the
Nigel Dettelbach
Aug 161 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - August 9, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Amber Castillo re: “Lulu California Bistro”. 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - REPORT on the ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR 7 days a week. - DISCUSSION that the patio is always full w/ fans and mist system. - REPORT on the daily dining specials. $27.99 - REPORT that you should make reservation – either on the
Nigel Dettelbach
Aug 91 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - August 2, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Jacky Donnell re: @ “Elmer’s” 1030 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264. - REPORT on the New Menu - REPORT on Elmer’s support of the Desert Cancer Foundation. - REPORT on address, phone and being open 7 days a week from 6 AM to 9 PM. - DISCUSSION of her devoted staff. - DISCUSSION of the different mimosas that
Nigel Dettelbach
Aug 21 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - July 26, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Todd Flood re: “Maracas Mexican Cantina & Grill” 155 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S. and “J.T.’s Diner” 37011 Cook St., Palm Desert. - REPORT @ MARACAS RESTAURANT. - DISCUSSION of the new menu he might be offering. - DISCUSSION of all the vegetarian things he offers. More “summer”-type offerings. - DISCUSSION of how the
Nigel Dettelbach
Jul 261 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - July 19, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Amber Castillo re: “Lulu California Bistro”. 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - REPORT on the $27.99 2-course weekly specials based on Father’s Day Sunday June 21. i.e. steaks and ribs, etc. - TODAY is the last day of Restaurant Week so you can still take advantage of the 3-course dinner for $49. -
Nigel Dettelbach
Jul 191 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - July 12, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Marty Webster re: “Aspen Mills”. 1.) 555 S. Sunrise Way, P.S. 92264. (since 1995) Open Mon. – Sat.,7 AM - 6:30 PM. 2.) Inside Clarks Nutrition Café @ 34175 Monterey Ave., R. M., 92270; Open 10 AM – 5 PM. 3.) 46-520 Washington St., La Quinta; Open 7 AM – 5 PM. 4.) Inside the Rancho Mirage Library; Open 10 AM – 4 PM
Nigel Dettelbach
Jul 121 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - July 5, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Marty Webster re: “Aspen Mills”. 1.) 555 S. Sunrise Way, P.S. 92264. (since 1995) Open Mon. – Sat.,7 AM - 6:30 PM. 2.) Inside Clarks Nutrition Café @ 34175 Monterey Ave., R. M., 92270; Open 10 AM – 5 PM. 3.) 46-520 Washington St., La Quinta; Open 7 AM – 5 PM. 4.) Inside the Rancho Mirage Library; Open 10 AM – 4 PM
Nigel Dettelbach
Jul 51 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - June 28, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Chef Owner Frederic Pierrel re: “Freddies Kitchen At The Cole”, 2323 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - DISCUSSION of his association w/ James Beard. - DISCUSSION of his training. - REPORT that Joey Pals can get all wine by the glass for $10 to give the locals a nice summer break including champagne and
Nigel Dettelbach
Jun 281 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - June 21, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ John Fritch re: “Peaks”, “Pine’s Café” and “The Lookout Lounge” @ the Top of the P.S. Aerial Tram. 1 Tramway Road. Palm Springs, CA. - REPORT The Tram is the #1 Tourist attraction in the C.V. and has been named the #8 IN THE WORLD place for cliff-side dining by Architectural Digest and the temperature at the Top o
Nigel Dettelbach
Jun 212 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - June 14, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Dan Gore re: “Oscars”; 125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way. Palm Springs. – REPORT on the years Oscar’s has been in existence. 1.OSCARS PALM SPRINGS w/ Dan Gore re: 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - REPORT on Kate Luckinbill’s show, AP., 4 – HOLD THE DATES 1. MON., JUNE 15 – Poptail with Tiffany; doors
Nigel Dettelbach
Jun 142 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - June 7, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Amber Castillo re: “Lulu California Bistro”. 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262 - REPORT on the $27.99 2-course weekly specials based on Father’s Day Sunday June 21. i.e. steaks and ribs, etc. - TODAY is the last day of Restaurant Week so you can still take advantage of the 3-course dinner for $49. -
Nigel Dettelbach
Jun 71 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 31, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Marc Lodovico re: “Vicky’s of Santa Fe”; 45-100 Club Dr., Indian Wells, CA. 92210 – Open 6 days a week, closed Sunday. - REPORT on all the areas for dining and drinking. - REPORT on the new stage in the Lounge. - REPORT on the bar area and the special drinks. - DISCUSSION of the dining areas. 1. Lounge, 2. Bar, Di
Nigel Dettelbach
May 311 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 24, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Todd Flood re: “Maracas Mexican Cantina & Grill” 155 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S. and “J.T.’s Diner” 37011 Cook St., Palm Desert. - REPORT @ MARACAS RESTAURANT. - DISCUSSION of the new menu he might be offering. - DISCUSSION of all the vegetarian things he offers. More “summer”-type offerings. - DISCUSSION of how the
Nigel Dettelbach
May 231 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 17, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Todd Flood re: “Maracas Mexican Cantina & Grill” 155 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S. and “J.T.’s Diner” 37011 Cook St., Palm Desert. - REPORT @ MARACAS RESTAURANT. - DISCUSSION of the new menu he might be offering. - DISCUSSION of all the vegetarian things he offers. More “summer”-type offerings. - DISCUSSION of how the
Nigel Dettelbach
May 171 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 10, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ John Fritch re: “Peaks”, “Pine’s Café” and “The Lookout Lounge” @ the Top of the P.S. Aerial Tram. 1 Tramway Road. Palm Springs, CA. - REPORT The Tram is the #1 Tourist attraction in the C.V. and has been named the #8 IN THE WORLD place for cliff-side dining by Architectural Digest and the temperature at the Top o
Nigel Dettelbach
May 102 min read


Restaurant of the Week Segment - May 3, 2026
Hour 1 Seg 1 - Restaurant of the Week Segment - LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR HI-LIGHTS/DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW. RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Jacky Donnell re: @ “Elmer’s” 1030 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264. - REPORT on the New Menu - REPORT on Elmer’s support of the Desert Cancer Foundation. - REPORT on address, phone and being open 7 days a week from 6 AM to 9 PM. - DISCUSSION of her devoted staff. - DISCUSSION of the different mimosas that
Nigel Dettelbach
May 31 min read
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