Blog - Wild Blue Cactus

August 13, 2022September 13, 2019

Hi there! Welcome to Wild Blue Cactus, a lifestyle blog featuring community events, recipe hacks, new eateries as well as some old favorites, products I have found useful and some general random musings. Most of my posts spotlight areas around Southern California, and a few ventures from beyond this corner of the world. Check out the wildbluecactus Instagram for quick posts that may not have been included here in the blog. Have a look around, leave a comment if you would like…and Thank You for stopping by!

Cauliflower Fried Rice

August 13, 2022September 8, 2019

Cauliflower ‘Fried’ Rice is a quick and light alternative to a more traditional fried rice recipe. Riced cauliflower is used in place of white or brown rice, and in this recipe coconut aminos have been used instead of soy sauce.

some days you just need a little reminder…

August 13, 2022September 6, 2019

Avocado Toast, minus the toast

August 13, 2022September 4, 2019

Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Norwegian Crispbread

If you are looking for a way to have your avocado toast without the concern for gluten, then Trader Joe’s Gluten Free Crispbread will be worth the try.

Ice Cream & SHOP[PE]

August 13, 2022September 2, 2019

Ice cream parlor and gift shop

1551 North Palm Canyon Dr. , Suite A, Palm Springs | 760-507-4005 | www.icecreamandshop.com

Located in north Palm Springs next to the Arrive Hotel, Ice Cream & SHOP [PE] is an easy stop just as you drive into town. This bright and friendly ice cream and gift shop offers a rotating selection of 16 classic as well as creative and unusual flavors such as Coachella Valley Date, Lavender, Pomegranate Chip, Sweet Corn, and Vegan Chocolate.

The Reef

August 13, 2022August 26, 2019

A Tropical-Themed Tiki Lounge

411 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92264 | 760-656-3839

www.thereefpalmsprings.com

Looking for a getaway to the islands without having to leave the desert? Then The Reef is just the place for that umbrella drink amid cool Polynesian vibes. Sit inside and take in the Tiki-themed decor, or outside for mountain and poolside views.

Gelato Granucci

August 13, 2022August 24, 2019

Fresh Made Gelato

301 N Palm Canyon Dr, Suite 104, Palm Springs, CA | (760) 318-7700 | www.gelatogranucci.com

What pairs well with a warm summer afternoon in Palm Springs? A cool creamy serving of fresh gelato! A recent stroll on Palm Canyon brought me to Gelato Granucci. I think I was secretly searching for something sweet and refreshing without realizing it.

Birch Benders

August 13, 2022August 20, 2019

Keto Pancake and Waffle Mix

One of my favorite breakfast foods is waffles. Thick and slightly crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, what’s not to love? But over the past few years I have noticed that as much as I love carbs, they love me back, in all the wrong places.

Prisma

August 13, 2022August 19, 2019

Mobile Photo Editor App

It has never been easier to transform photos from your phone into fun and creative images and there are dozens of apps available for this. The Prisma Photo Editor has a free version and is the one I have been using the most. It is available for iPhone ios 11.0 or later.

A green smoothie, that’s blue…and brown

August 13, 2022June 26, 2019

Looking for a way to have your chocolate milkshake and drink it too? Yes, please. After gazing at picture perfect recipes on Pinterest and then experimenting on my own, I have a go blend that makes a very close version to the real thing.