Palm Springs Kilt Night with Hamish! Saturday April 4th

**Hamish** · 1st March 09, 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by Panache

Jim and Ham,

If you either of you have any preferences or allergies we should be aware of please let me us know.

Cheers

Jamie

Wow! That's really considerate of you to ask, Jamie, but I guess the question should be posed to all attendees.

Actually, I know nothing of Californian, or even American, cuisine having, on my previous visit, always eaten at the homes of friends - apart from one occasion when we enjoyed the carvery at a/the large casino in Palm Springs. However, since you have so kindly asked: Jim is very allergic to shellfish but otherwise, I think, will try anything. As for me: I just do not like shellfish or sushi, and really am not keen on fish at all. I am not particularly experienced in 'foreign food' (Indian, Chinese, etc) and must rely on others to select for me as I just do not understand the various dishes. However, I am adventurous and am prepared to try (almost) anything once!!

The Lyons menu looks interesting, although Jim might not be able to sit next to anyone choosing the seafood!!

Hope that helps, Jamie. Thanks again for asking.

Take care,
Ham.

**Gibbs** · 4th March 09, 08:48 PM

Originally Posted by Regnifne

Count me in . . .

Gibbs and other locals: I vote we recon Lyon's and the other suggestions (I'm no use as I only really knew PS about 15 years ago . . . only been back 6 months and haven't made it down there for too many pub runs). Not like I need an excuse for a pint . . . I will be in PS/PD/LaQ on Wed (04 Mar) so if we wanna meet somewhere, I'm game.

PM for a phone number . . .

Regnifne: Sorry I missed your message. I'll try to contact you later.

In addition . . .

I have it on pretty good authority, (I still have not eaten there myself) that the Prime Rib, Lamb and Chicken Kensington are all excellent choices.

However, if a more recent Pub Recon needs to be performed, then I guess I will have to once again throw myself into the breach and sacrifice myself (and anyone else that wants to go) for the needs of the many.

int:

I seem to remember recon is dang thirsty work, but, it's good work if you can get it.

**Coinneach** · 7th March 09, 12:36 PM

Count me in!

**GMan** · 7th March 09, 04:21 PM

I am still looking at my schedule. If I do make it, it would be very brief, but worth meeting everyone.

**1oldsarge** · 11th March 09, 01:04 PM

Roll call, Greg and Randa, wherever it may be.
Rabble, for what it's worth, the Scottish Society of the Desert is having their Tartan Day dinner in Palm Springs that night, at Billie Reed's Restaurant. It's on the West side of town, they have a bar, great menu with very reasonable prices.
If you'd like to join them, price is $35 with menu of Pot Roast; Chicken Picatta; Alaskan Grilled Salmon (I can't handle fish either).
If anyone is interested, P/M me.

**Flag Folder** · 11th March 09, 05:01 PM

I had no idea there was a Scotish Society in the area. I learn something every time I log on to xmts. Please tell me more about the Scotish Society of the Desert.
What bad timing to have two functions on the same night but ...
That'd be great if they combined, a bit overwhelming for a kilted newbie such as myself but I should be able to deal with it.
A pub recon is a good idea and I am ready to do my part.
Semper Fi

**Panache** · 11th March 09, 05:11 PM

As fun as the Tartan Day dinner sounds I don't think it would be ideal for a chance to get to know each other and celebrate this great opportunity to break bread together.

I will confirm with way2fractious and another X Marker who was interested in driving down and then make hotel reservations.

Hopefully we can get a report from Lyon's soon

Cheers

Jamie