Dining with The Davids

08/28/2026

Brand new on El Paseo 👀

Yozu Asian Bistro just opened at the corner of Highway 74 and El Paseo, so we went in on opening night, handed the ordering over to the staff and said, “Show us what you’ve got.”

The pork belly bao was our favorite bite, with the Japanese black cod, spicy yellowtail roll and Korean chicken wings not far behind. And yes, we’re still thinking about those meatballs we saw at the table next door.

The space itself is stunning — two stories with several different dining areas and some seriously great views.

Just remember: this was opening night. Like any brand-new restaurant, there are still some kinks to work out — but there’s plenty here that has us interested in coming back.

08/26/2026

Babe's Smokehouse & Tavern has a new home — and they’ve used the move as an opportunity to reinvent what they do best.

We brought the Taste Buds to their new Indio location to put the menu to the test. From brisket smoked overnight and sliced to order, to fall-off-the-bone ribs and a landslide dessert winner, the competition was tight.

But somehow, the dish that stole the entire show was a deviled egg. 👀

📍49870 Jefferson St
Unit 100
Indio, CA 92201

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08/20/2026

How To Join The Taste Buds

Yes, we come together to discover incredible food, but somewhere along the way, Taste Buds became about something even better: community.

Meeting new people as an adult can be hard. This is our way of making it a little easier — sit down with strangers, share an unforgettable meal, and maybe leave with a few new friends.

We’re opening the table to more people, and if you’ve ever thought, “I want to be part of that,” this is your invitation.

👉 Join the Taste Buds list through the link in our bio.

Come hungry. Come curious. Come meet your community.

08/16/2026

Love trying new restaurants? Meeting new people? Discovering dishes you never would have ordered on your own?

Come be one of our Taste Buds!

We’re opening up the list to anyone who wants to join us for future Dining with The Davids tasting events around the Coachella Valley.

Joining is completely free — when we have a new event, you’ll get an invitation by email and can decide whether you want to grab a ticket.

Read how it works and join the Taste Buds here:

diningwiththedavids.com/tastebuds

Come hungry. We’ll take care of the adventure. 🍽️

08/14/2026

Menu Spotlight: Vinophile Cafe
540 S Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA

08/13/2026

For our latest Dining with The Davids we headed to Seven Olive Modern Gastropub, tucked inside the Renaissance Esmeralda in Indian Wells, to taste our way through some of their favorite dishes.

And when we say this one surprised us… we mean it.

The Beer Cheese Dip took first place among the appetizers — and that IPA Mornay sauce with those warm pretzels was dangerously good. The New York Steak Salad dominated the entrée vote, and dessert turned into a battle between the towering Six-Layer Godiva Chocolate Cake and the eventual winner: that ridiculously good Butter Cake. 🤤

In fact, the Butter Cake didn’t just win dessert — our Taste Buds voted it their favorite dish of the entire experience.

Add in beautiful views, smoked cocktails, and the kind of desert setting that reminds you why Indian Wells is such a special place to dine, and Seven Olive gave us one hell of an evening.

Now we want to hear from you: Which dish would get YOUR vote?

📍 Seven Olive Modern Gastropub
44400 Indian Wells Ln
Indian Wells, CA 92210

08/11/2026

Palm Springs wine lovers, put Vinophile Cafe on your radar.

We brought nine of our Taste Buds to this intimate Palm Springs café for an 11-course tasting created by Chef Alicia Crawford with owner and sommelier Jen Carter bringing the wine expertise.

From deviled eggs with house-made mustard and crispy shallots to roasted mushroom flatbread and one seriously rich chocolate mousse, this was the kind of meal that reminded us how much can come out of a small kitchen.

Vinophile is also part of the Blue Zones Project, with an emphasis on fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients—and after 11 courses and a few empty glasses, our Taste Buds definitely had their favorites.

📍Vinophile Cafe
540 S Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92264

08/11/2026

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08/07/2026

Some recipes are more than recipes—they’re memories.

After losing his mother, Quintus left Louisiana to chase a lifelong dream, bringing generations of Creole tradition to the Coachella Valley. Today, you’ll find him serving authentic Southern comfort food every Thursday at VillageFest in Palm Springs through Q’s Creole & Soul.

From a dark roux that simmers for hours to fluffy beignets made from scratch, every dish is rooted in family, tradition, and a passion for bringing people together.

📍 VillageFest – Downtown Palm Springs
🗓️ Every Thursday evening

Have you tried Q’s Creole & Soul? Tell us your favorite dish below! 👇

08/04/2026

Every great small business has a story, and Palm Asia Mart is no exception.

Johnny and Hkawn Htoi spent nearly four years turning their dream into reality, creating a place where the Coachella Valley can discover authentic Asian groceries, fresh made-to-order sushi, unique snacks, Japanese sake, Korean soju, and so much more.

Whether you’re stocking your pantry, grabbing lunch, or looking for your next favorite treat, this is one of those local businesses that’s worth exploring.

📍 Palm Asia Mart
127 E Amado Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262

If you stop by, tell them The Davids sent you!