http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/ en rbuttaro@laquintaresort.com Copyright 2010 2010-05-25T18:35:16+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/light_wine_food_tastings/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/light_wine_food_tastings/#When:16:51:04Z At La Quinta Resort’s Morgan’s in the desert restaurant, guests will have the opportunity to sip four perfect-for-summer wines paired with a cheese sampler and two courses of chef-selected small plates for the “light” price of $45 per person on three summer Friday evenings. Also, diners will enjoy live music provided by Paul Douglas. A delectable way to launch the weekend! Rosé Tastings with Cheese Selection and Two Small Plates Friday, July 9, 2010, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. A cheese sampler and two small plate courses will accompany tastes of: Ampelos Rosé of Syrah 2009,… Dining 2010-07-07T16:51:04+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/update_on_seasonal_golf_course_transition/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/update_on_seasonal_golf_course_transition/#When:14:16:05Z Each golf course is a little different depending on which factors are associated with it. The 4 major factors are: Weather Irrigation Type of Bermuda Underlying soil conditions In our situation the largest factor is the weather, but not the only one. Underlying soil conditions play a large part in the ability for our courses to transition. After extensive soil testing and working with the USGA, a plan has been created to aggressively improve the soil median that the Bermuda roots grow in. In turn, these aggressive aerifications will have an effect on playability and overall… Golf 2010-07-02T14:16:05+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/take_a_tour_of_la_quinta_resort_pga_west/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/take_a_tour_of_la_quinta_resort_pga_west/#When:19:05:06Z News & Updates 2010-07-01T19:05:06+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/the_match_that_would_never_end/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/the_match_that_would_never_end/#When:17:53:53Z A friend of mine Dick Knight once played a tournament match on grass courts in Southampton, Long Island. At the time there were no tie breakers. The match score was 32-30, 3-6, 19-17. The match lasted 5 1/2hrs. Dick won the match, but because it was a qualifying match to get into the tournament, he had to play another match later that afternoon…which he lost 6-4, 6-3. I thought it’ll be a long time before another three set match would go that long. Soon tiebreakers came into the game. Matches were shorter, but there’d be the occasional final fifth set… Tennis, Spa & Fitness 2010-06-28T17:53:53+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/smooth_brothers_to_perform_at_the_top_of_the_plaza_in_june/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/smooth_brothers_to_perform_at_the_top_of_the_plaza_in_june/#When:17:35:16Z Small in size but big in sound. This duo consist of members, John Carey and Theo Coakley who are co-leaders of the Smooth Brothers Band.Guitar, Keyboards, & Vocals with a repertoire of thousands of songs, ranging from Sinatra to Santana.  John Carey, Theophilus Coakley, this dynamic band is equally fronted by all members on their instruments and vocal harmonies. Their music consists of the good old days of Soul, Jazz, Latin, Blues, and Motown. John (Guitarist and Vocals) is well known in Los Angeles and the Midwest, he is originally from Chicago, Illinois and performed with just about… 2010-05-25T17:35:16+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/morgans_and_la_quinta_resort_featured_in_food_wine_hotels/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/morgans_and_la_quinta_resort_featured_in_food_wine_hotels/#When:16:28:11Z This article can be viewed at http://www.foodwinehotels.com. La Quinta Resort & Club – The Feel of Perfection I often talk about the “feel” of a restaurant and it’s importance. Obviously there are many aspects that contribute to the sensation you experience when walking in the door of an eatery: the lighting, the sounds, the design and how you are initially treated. I believe, however, that the feel goes far beyond what we frequently call ambience, and it is just as important as the most… Dining 2010-05-04T16:28:11+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/earth_day_at_morgans_in_the_desert/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/earth_day_at_morgans_in_the_desert/#When:14:46:48Z The weather has been cooler with a little rare rain today which has concentrated the mineral flavors of the little greens for a Seared Sea Scallop Salad with Chardonnay Verjus. We just got in beautiful huge morels from Washington State that we are pairing with local 4-H farmer Ryan Percy's Bermuda Dunes raised organic chickens in a mushroom risotto. Madison Farms intense strawberries are being caramelized in a gratin topped with Chocolate Sorbet and local berry infused vodka Sabayon. The culmination of this week is a… Dining 2010-04-22T14:46:48+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/pancakes_on_the_plaza/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/pancakes_on_the_plaza/#When:18:16:52Z Join us on Friday, April 2nd and Saturday, April 3rd from 7:30am - 11:00am for All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes and Bacon, plus Toppings Bar.   In addition to great food, enjoy performances by singer and songwriter Stephen Michael Schwartz of Parachute Express, one of the world’s premier children’s entertainers. Friday Performance: 10am – 11am Saturday Performances: 8:30am and 10:30am Stephen has been named one of the "Superstars of Children's Music" by L.A. Parent Magazine and is included in "Names to Be Reckoned With"… News & Updates, Dining 2010-03-30T18:16:52+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/andy_roddick_practices_at_la_quinta_resort/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/andy_roddick_practices_at_la_quinta_resort/#When:23:41:55Z Here are some great photos of his practice time...there was a great crowd on hand to watch and everyone was having a grand time.  Enjoy! Tennis, Spa & Fitness, Home 2010-03-12T23:41:55+00:00 http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/federer_and_sampras_play_at_la_quinta_resort/ http://www.lifeatlaquinta.com.php5-4.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/index.php/site/view/federer_and_sampras_play_at_la_quinta_resort/#When:22:47:43Z There was a great crowd and some exciting tennis.  Where else can you get this close to tennis legends?  Below are some videos and photos from today's event.  Enjoy! … Tennis, Spa & Fitness, Home 2010-03-12T22:47:43+00:00