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c h r o n o f h o r s e . c o m w i n t e r 2 014 97 memorabilia from palmer's impressive career. ere's even a heated patio for al fresco dining with a putting green for a little post-feast fun. "i'm not even a big fan of golf, but it's so cool to walk in and look at the tro- phies and the photographs," says tommi Clark of Chosenbrook stables. "i really love putting a few golf balls when we're done with dinner. such fun!" 78164 Avenue 52, La Quinta. (760) 771- 4653. arnoldpalmersrestaurant. com. Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs After a long week showing in the sun, you may want to let your hair down from under that helmet and shake your booty a bit—and who could blame you? luckily, the hard rock hotel palm springs awaits. is 163-room resort is less than an hour away from the barns but offers a complete departure from the horse show world, serving up the type of party atmosphere for which the hard rock brand is famous. grab a cocktail in a pool- side cabana as the sun slips down behind the san Jacinto moun- tains, but don't expect a quiet oasis; the hard rock means hard partying, and a d.J. and a sexy crowd keep things lively around the pool until long after the sun has set. e restaurant, simon Kitchen + Bar, is the latest offering from celebrity chef Kerry simon. e menu promotes a "social environment," featuring shared plates like tempura green beans with pepper jelly and cream cheese, bacon jam served with brie and toasted baguette, and "devil's eggs" complete with crispy pancetta and caviar. And of course, what hard rock experience would be complete without a rock-n-roll themed bar for some rock star-style conviviality? With a bartend- ing staff of master mixologists, you'll be able to take full advantage of your mon- day rest day. 150 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. (760) 325-9676. hrhpalmsprings.com. Arnold Palmer's Restaurant Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs

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