It has kind of become a tradition - a holiday GTG with Palma and Brad. Two years ago we had brunch at Le Vallauris in Palm Springs - last year it was dinner at Mario's Place in Riverside and a tour of the Mission Inn to see the holiday lights.
This year we decided to have brunch at Spencer's in Palm Springs, and it was a good choice. Spencer's is located at the Tennis Club on Baristo Road right at the base of the mountainside. It brought back old memories of when I lived in Palm Springs and played tennis there. I even won a tournament trophy back in the 70's.
Anyway, we sat outdoors on the festively decorated patio. It was cool in the shade, but the outdoor heaters kept us warm.
Bill started with an appetizer, Crispy Fried Oysters, one of the chef's specialties.
Bill then surprised me by ordering Liver and Onions (I am usually the one to choose that).
The rest of us chose Eggs Benedict - Palma's was with lobster, Brad's was with smoked salmon, and mine was with crabcakes.
I shared my dessert with the others, but it was really too pretty to eat - Key Lime Tart.
And, speaking of pretty, look at these cookies that Palma brought us.
As usual, we had a wonderful time with Palma and Brad. Check out her blog photos.
Comments (9)
A great tradition Nancy. Love the food choices. I wouldn't know what to choose. It all looks good though I am a sucker for Eggs Benedict! Yum.
Posted by Barb Cabot | December 29, 2009 9:12 PM
Posted on December 29, 2009 21:12
It was such a great afternoon. I think I am still full!
Posted by Palma | December 30, 2009 7:19 AM
Posted on December 30, 2009 07:19
I'd really be torn between the liver and onions and the eggs.... Could I have both?
What a fun lunch!
Posted by katie | December 30, 2009 9:44 AM
Posted on December 30, 2009 09:44
Katie,
So nice to see you! Of course, you could have both!
Posted by nancyhol | December 30, 2009 6:12 PM
Posted on December 30, 2009 18:12
Looks like a fun day, Nancy -- and I love the look of those cookies!
Posted by sandrac | December 31, 2009 11:34 AM
Posted on December 31, 2009 11:34
Looks delicious!
Happy New Year to you and your family, Nancy!
Posted by Candi | December 31, 2009 4:01 PM
Posted on December 31, 2009 16:01
Sounds like a wonderful brunch. Lucky you to get some of Palma's famous cookies! Happy New Year! Wishing you a fabulous 2010!!
Posted by girasoli | December 31, 2009 11:38 PM
Posted on December 31, 2009 23:38
Yum. Hey, I'm another liver and onions fan!
Posted by amy | January 2, 2010 2:46 AM
Posted on January 2, 2010 02:46
That dessert is beautiful! And I love the way that Palma arranged her cookies in the box.....gave me some ideas for next Christmas!
Posted by JoAnne Klock | January 2, 2010 9:15 AM
Posted on January 2, 2010 09:15