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Eater
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
A ‘White Lotus'-Inspired Coastal Italian Stunner Opens Inside the Thompson Palm Springs
Celebrity-drawing restaurateurs Marissa and Matt Hermer open their next restaurant, Bar Issi on June 6 inside the Thompson Hotel in Palm Springs, their first expansion outside of Los Angeles. With a similar color palette of Italian reds, blues, greens, and earth tones, Bar Issi's maximalist style, courtesy of Tom Parker of Fettle Design, is poised to become a beloved part of Palm Springs' dining scene. According to Marissa Hermer, the look and feel were inspired by the wildly popular Season 2 of HBO's the White Lotus , which took place on a luxe Sicilian resort, as well as San Luis Obispo's iconic overdesigned Madonna Inn with its floor-to-ceiling patterns and textures. Bar Issi's original inspiration comes from the short-lived Issima that opened as an indoor-outdoor ground-floor restaurant inside the West Hollywood La Peer hotel, serving chic pastas, pizza, and wood-fired seasonal produce. In October 2024, the Hermers also opened French Mediterranean restaurant Chez Mia in the old Ago space on Melrose, cementing their status in West Hollywood (Olivetta is undergoing renovations, while their first restaurant, the Draycott, closed at the end of 2024). Issima eventually morphed into Charbel Hayek's Ladyhawk, and the Hermers brought the Issima concept over to the desert, where it somehow feels more lived in. The 180-seat space joins the eastern Mediterranean-inflected Lola Rose Grand Mezze and Hall Napa Valley Tasting Room on the Thompson property. Marissa says she always prefers to serve the 'kind of food I like to eat,' with old money coastal Italian fare intersected with Californian sensibility. Everything is shareable, unfussy, and tasty — never too challenging but also a few steps beyond the basic. Hamachi carpaccio comes with truffle, yuzu, and ponzu, while a Sun Gold tomato gazpacho arrives just in time for Palm Springs' sweltering months. Squash blossoms filled with feta cheese and ricotta provide a warm appetizer while shrimp linguini with Calabrian chile gets a bright spritz of lemon. Wood-fired pizza ranges classic pepperoni with 24-month Parmesan and roasted mushrooms with fontina, taleggio, and thyme. Easy mains include lamb chops, roasted salmon with peas and yogurt, or citrus-marinated skirt steak. Given it's the second time the Hermers have occupied a hotel space, Bar Issi's versatile menu and fun-first approach should play well with its key location in Downtown Palm Springs, which already boasts a vibrant nightlife scene. Though located nowhere near an actual coastline, Bar Issi's escapist ambience and party-like atmosphere fit the bill for the Thompson Hotel. Bar Issi is open 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Sunday 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner. Friday to Sunday, it'll serve brunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. with bar happy hour in between brunch and dinner. It'll be located inside the Thompson Hotel Palm Springs at 410 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92262. Reservations are available on Resy . Sign up for our newsletter.
Vogue Singapore
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
The hotels to stay at for the Met Gala, all with an impressive client list
Whether you know it as the Oscars of fashion or the biggest party of the year, the Met Gala is, as my colleague Laird Borrelli-Persson has previously written, the 'hottest ticket in town.' This year, the starry event is back on the first Monday in May, and celebrities are beginning to turn towards New York City for the evening of mesmerising fashion. If you're anything like us, you're probably champing at the bit, waiting impatiently for the exhibit, 'Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty' to open on 5 May so that you can make your way to the museum to feast your eyes on the iconic designer's detailed legacy—from the statement-making pieces that were brought to life on the runway to the pages and pages of his initial sketches. Or, perhaps you'll happen to be in town the weekend leading up to the fête, hoping to catch a glimpse of the star-studded red carpet—where there's always inevitably some sort of surprise—before the fundraising event begins that evening. For such an endeavour, it only seems apropos to stay where luminaries have made their way in and out. Below, some of our favourite hotels with an impressive client list. Inside the Top of the Standard. Courtesy of the Standard, High Line The Standard, High Line Since 2010, the Standard's lounge on the 18th floor has been the after-party spot. The Top of the Standard instantly commands your attention with the bar's gilded centrepiece, reminiscent of a trumpet flute, and its floor-to-ceiling windows that provide incredible panoramic views of New York City and the Hudson River. (Plus, remember when Madonna made this hotel the set for her electrifyingly OTT 'Bitch I'm Madonna' music video?) After a massive dance party, imagine being able to conveniently take the elevator down a few floors to your room, waking up to the same vista you partied away with. The Beekman's veritgo-inducing atrium. Courtesy of The Beekman, a Thompson Hotel The Beekman, a Thompson Hotel Since its opening in August 2016, the fashion set have been flocking to The Beekman. Not only was it the location for Valentino's Pre-Fall 2017 show and Billy Reid's Fall 2017 Menswear collection, but even before the hotel's arrival, it was also where the Maison Martin Margiela x H&M launch party was thrown. Here, comfortable rooms are characterised by velvet and leather furnishings and the rooftop dining experience on a wisteria-adorned terrace has turned into one of the most sought-after reservations downtown. But before you leave, don't forget to capture a photo of the vertigo-inducing atrium. The foyer of the Carlyle Suite. Courtesy of the Carlyle, a Rosewood Hotel Open since 1930, The Carlyle has a rich history and has seen its fair share of royals, heads of state, and A-listers, including the likes of Princess Diana, President John F. Kennedy, Prince William and Kate Middleton, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Cardi B. From the black and white–marbled lobby with Art Deco motifs to the luscious suites (several of which are outfitted with baby grand pianos), The Carlyle is what you want out of an Upper East Side hideaway. The Mark's three-bedroom terrace master bedroom. Courtesy of The Mark The Mark A smidge closer to the Met than The Carlyle, many gala attendees get ready at The Mark. Selena Gomez, Kendall Jenner, Kerry Washington, Emma Watson, Tom Brady, and Gisele Bündchen are just a few names that have been spotted stepping through the hotel's doors. It's also where many designers have held their after-parties, including Michael Kors in 2015 and Donatella Versace in 2018. But to really throw it back, it's where Oprah, Pharrell Williams, and Diddy were partying it up at one of the 2010 after-hours soirees. In the Getty Suite of the Pierre, a Taj Hotel, New York. Courtesy of The Pierre, a Taj Hotel, New York The Pierre, a Taj Hotel, New York If you were one of the bystanders on 5th Avenue in 2019, you'll likely recall Lady Gaga's grand entrance by foot in her flowy Brandon Maxwell cape dress with a full entourage that helped carry her 25-foot train. The award-winning singer and actor chose the Pierre as her spot to prep for the night, and she wasn't alone. The hotel overlooking Central Park also welcomed guests like Gigi Hadid, Cole Sprouse, Mindy Kaling, Julianne Moore, and Dame Joan Collins, who walked out arm-in-arm with Valentino's Pierpaolo Piccioli. And it's no wonder that so many would choose the five-star property as a place to call their temporary home. Having been around since 1930, fashion legends such as Coco Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint Laurent, and Hubert de Givenchy have all graced the Pierre's hallways. The Surrey Located on 76th Street just a few blocks from the Met, The Surrey was favored by many celebrities to get ready for the gala in 2019. It was here that Hailey Bieber slipped into her thong-bearing gown by Alexander Wang; Céline Dion donned her dramatic Noel Stewart headpiece and fringed Oscar de la Renta bodysuit; Ashley Graham got ready in her logo-studded Gucci-Dapper Dan blazer dress; and Serena Williams slid into her Nike x Off-White Air Force One sneakers. Aside from all of the stars and luxurious bedrooms—some even with terraces—you'll find a private roof garden at the hotel reserved just for members and guests that offers up incredible views of the New York City skyline as well as a café by acclaimed chef Daniel Boulud. The spiral staircase at the New York Edition. Nikolas Koenig / Courtesy of the New York The New York Edition While Ian Schrager has also opened his second New York City Edition hotel in Times Square, bringing out a drove of models for the opening party, it's unlikely celebrities will be willing to give up the first property's less crowded corner of Madison Square Park for the hustle and bustle of 47th Street. In addition to being the site for Rihanna's Fashion Week party, and the 2016 ACE Awards, Victoria Beckham has also been seen leaving the chic hotel for a few years now. Simple, but elegant, the bright white and cream–color rooms are contrasted by dark walnut headboards and nightstands, while the faux fur throw strewn over the bed adds a hint of lavishness. It's no wonder Posh Spice has made the New York Edition her stomping grounds. The living room of the Ty Warner Penthouse at Four Seasons Hotel New York. Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel New York Four Seasons Hotel New York The Four Seasons is a must for the Ty Warner Penthouse, one of the most expensive hotel suites in North America. Occupying the entire 52nd floor, 700 feet above street level with impressive views, amenities include four balconies, a fully outfitted library, unlimited massages, an infinity soak tub in the onyx and rock crystal–clad master bathroom, and a chauffeured Rolls-Royce to top it all off. This article was first published in
Los Angeles Times
01-04-2025
- Los Angeles Times
9 excellent new and improved Palm Springs-area hotels for a dreamy getaway
For decades, one of Palm Springs' most recognizable focal points was an eyesore. A half-constructed hotel spanning 2½ centrally located city blocks sat stalled in limbo. Initially, an upscale Andaz property was in the works for a 2015 groundbreaking. The years ticked by with little to show until a new owner came in, and finally, in October, the Thompson Palm Springs opened its doors. As a Coachella Valley resident, I wondered about this project for so long that when I finally entered, it felt as if Willy Wonka had flung open the doors to his factory. Inside was a slick property filled with museum-grade art, hushed courtyards with bungalow-style rooms and a flashy rooftop pool adjoining one of the city's best new restaurants. The long-awaited Thompson Hotel, with 168 bungalow-inspired rooms, filled a void that had become an eyesore. Even more exciting: The Thompson is only one in a crop of hotels renewing interest in the Greater Palm Springs hospitality scene, along with major improvements at several other existing properties, in the past two years. Take, for example, the former gay men's clothing-optional resort in Palm Springs that sat empty for two years until new owners purchased the building and reopened it in January as Terra Palm Springs, a wellness resort with a luminous boho-meets-Bali aesthetic — and a revived clothing mandate. Further south, the historic La Quinta Resort, where Hollywood stars like Greta Garbo and Frank Capra once resided, underwent a top-to-bottom renovation this year, redoing the lobby, all guest rooms and some public areas, including a sleek new pool complex reserved for adults. Terra Palm Springs offers a Himalayan salt rock sauna, cold plunge, hot tub, pool and soothing rain room. For weary Angelenos in search of a desert respite, these new and improved properties represent the most alluring places to stay in the valley right now. They're also well positioned for guests to take advantage of the valley's scenic hiking, sumptuous spas, boozy brunches and nostalgic midcentury architecture. The nine selections listed here are where this local sends her visiting family and friends and range from boutique, atmospheric inns to full-service, family-friendly resorts. Visit this spring to experience the revived surroundings amid gorgeous weather, festivals and tournaments; or consider a summer visit when sizzling temps mean lower prices and fewer crowds. (Note: Some properties are advertised as adults only, but whether that's legal in California is hazy at best.)
