Food that makes you want to stay in Palm Springs forever!

Every time I go to Palm Springs to lap up the sun, I always stay in The Movie Colony area because it is so close to my favorite restaurant, Birba. This delightful place located at 622 N. Palm Canyon Drive has an atmosphere of its own. Once you walk through the open patio area, your senses are heightened in so many ways. There are clusters of hanging lights, the sound of laughter and the smells of pizza that waft through the air. We chose to sit outside on the right, away from the diners to take it all in. Even before looking at the menu, I knew we were in the right place as humming birds flocked to our table as if to peruse the menu as well.

Although Birba does not have a happy hour, you can still dine there on a budget. They are famous for the stone hearth baked pizzas which are so large, that you simply cannot eat all slices and so, staff happily pack it up and there’s your dinner for the next night. The pizzas range in price from $15-$19 American. The margherita pizza is made with fresh basil and cheeses and is at the lower end price wise.

They are also famous for their pastas and offer gluten-free options for those with sensitive stomachs like mine.

As for the cocktails, they can be pricey as there are so many fancy ones on offer. However, if you stick with a lovely house red or white, it is affordable to have a drink, or two:) My personal favorite is the Panamanian chocolate- infused rum named Selva Rey Cacao. At $6 American, it is a steal as this rum is unique in its blend and not easy to find in other places.

As Birba is a popular hang out for locals and tourists alike, a reservation is highly recommended at http://www.birbaps.com. Their hours of operation are from Wednesday through Sunday, 5 pm-midnight.

Travelling on a budget can be tough, yet with some ingenuity and creativity when ordering food and cocktails, you will still get the best bang for your buck while enjoying the savory delights that Birba has to offer.

My next blog is about a great hotel and its amenities. You don’t even have to be a registered guest there to use the facilities! Stay tuned for more about Palm Springs…..