
Rosalind Bakery in Pacifica: Treats from a Geek
by Jo Clark
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Award-winning Rosalind Bakery in Pacifica, California is owned by a baking geek who thinks negative ions make his bread great. I just think the food's spectacular.

Forever Marilyn
by Edward Quan
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Forever Marilyn adds a touch of glamour and nostalgia to Palm Springs, reminding visitors of the golden age of Hollywood and Monroe's status as a beloved pin-up and blonde bombshell.

A Coastal Tour of the San Francisco Peninsula
The San Francisco Peninsula offers one of the most scenic drives in the U.S. We explored Pacifica and Half Moon Bay, where there's great food, top surfing, and a really cool Taco Bell.

The Velvet Rope: A New Palm Springs Hotel Spins Old Hollywood Glamour
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In this new boutique hotel, nine deliciously themed suites and a speakeasy-style bar transport guests back in time to experience the mid-20th century glamour -- and the big personalities -- that made Palm Springs a favored getaway.

Palm Springs: Still a Spectacular Desert Getaway
by Dannelle Gay
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Palm Springs, California, a notorious mid-century hideaway for Hollywood's elite, today offers great food, art, and natural experiences.

The Winners: IFWTWA Excellence In Journalism Writing Competition
by Cori Solomon
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Here are five winners of the International Food, Wine and Travel Writers Association's Excellence in Journalism Writing Competition -- and excerpts of their stories.

Séc-he: A Luxury Palm Springs Spa Rich with Ancient Tribal Traditions
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At the Spa at Séc-he in Palm Springs, California, you can enjoy a sacred healing experience dating back centuries

In New Brunswick, Lobster and Caviar Get Pretty Wild
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In the "Lobster Capital of the World," I hauled in a trap full of live lobsters, watched as a champagne bottle was slashed open with a saber, and sampled caviar. Yes, there is Canadian caviar.

At Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen, Dining in Gustatory Purgatory
by Craig Stoltz
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The reality TV star's flagship restaurant is part Gordon theme park, part serious dining room. My conclusion: I never need to go to Hell again.

A Sense of Place: A Master Class in Wines of France’s Gigondas Region
by Lisa Morales
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The Gigondas region of France's Rhone Valley produces beautiful wines that reflect its unique terroir. Master of Wine Nick Jackson says limestone is the "secret sauce."