Events
Tequila & Tacos
Tuesday December 23rd
Every Tuesday
Tequila & Tacos
Every Tuesday enjoy a Mexican meal with us at Bellatrix. All day special Mexican menu along with our regular menu.
While having your Mexican fiesta also enjoy some drink specials with your food specials.
$6 Mexican beers, $6 Margaritas and our favorite a $6 Paloma (made the real way...Squirt)
Make your reservations for Tequila & Tacos at Bellatrix.
11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Christmas Eve Buffet
Wednesday December 24th
Charcuterie Station
Assorted Meats & Cheeses, Olives, Pickled Vegetables, Assorted Spreads
Salad Station
Bellatrix Salad, Caesar Salad, Waldorf Salad
Carving Station
Prime Rib, Honey-Baked Ham, Au Jus, Horseradish, Creamy Horseradish, Assorted Mustards
Pasta Station
Made-To-Order
Seafood Station
Raw Oysters, Oysters Rockefeller, Shrimp Cocktail, Coconut Shrimp, Branzino, Poké Boats, Assorted Fresh Fish
Side Favorites
Mashed Potatoes
Broccolini
Dessert Station
Bread Pudding, Chocolate Cake, Cheesecake, Macaroons
Endless mimosa and non-alcoholic beverages included.
Buffet is priced at $100 per person inclusive, $30 inclusive for children under the age of 10.
11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Italian Night
Monday January 5th
The first Monday of every month we will host a "Pop-Up Restaurant" inside Bellatrix. Join us for "Bottega Nespoli" a Bellatrix Italian Kitchen from 3 pm - 6 pm. Seating is limited and you don't want to miss what is becoming one of the best places for Italian food in Palm Desert.
The menu is 3 course and includes a glass of house Italian wine for $45 plus tax and gratuity.
1st course (choice of one)
Zuppa del Giorno - Soup of the Day
Insalata di Barbabietole - Beet Salad
Insalata Cesare - Romaine, Parmigiano Cheese, White Anchovies
Insalata della Casa- Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Balsamic Dressing
Main course (choice of one)
Manicotti - Rolled pasta stuffed with ricotta cheese, baked in marinara sauce
Penne alla Scampi - Penne pasta, chopped tomatoes, capers, Shrimp
Vitello Parmigiana - breaded veal, baked with marinara and mozzarella
Branzino al Limone - Mediterranean seabass with butter lemon sauce
Osso Bucco - braised veal shank, saffron risotto
Dessert (choice of one)
Tiramisu
Gelato
House Italian wine selection for the complimentary 1 glass is Donini Pinot Grigio, Donini Cabernet Sauvignon, Marchesi Gavi, or prosecco. All bottles of wine on the BTG page will be discounted 50% off list price.
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Clos du Val Winemaker Luncheon
Wednesday January 14th
Join us for an afternoon with the winemaker from Clos du Val, Carmel Greenberg.
We have a fun filled afternoon planned for you at Bellatrix. Great food and wine accompanied by amazing stories from this half-century old winery and a leading woman in the winemaking scene.
Menu created by Executive Chef Jose Torres and F&B Director Anthony Nespoli
1st Course
Grilled Radicchio Salad
fig balsamic vinaigrette, bleu cheese crumbles, toasted pine nuts, fresh figs
Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
2nd Course
Alaskan Salmon Collars
mis-glazed, wasabi mashed potatoes
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
3rd Course
Elk Short Ribs
parsnip purée, danish bleu cheese compound butter, white asparagus, bing cherry demi sauce
Yettalil Components
4th Course
Puff Pastry
fresh berries macerated with red wine, vanilla bean whipped cream
Stag's Leap District Bordeaux Blend "Yettalil"
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Paint, Sip, Taste
Wednesday January 28th
Get ready to swirl, sip, paint at the chic Bellatrix 🍷Join us for Paint, Sip, Taste... on Wednesday, January 28th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 PM. Let's uncork creativity together! All materials, a glass of wine, and appetizers included for just $60! 🎉 Book now
$60 per person. The paint night experience includes all painting materials necessary for the painting, 1 glass of house wine, light appetizers and the instruction for the paintings. More appetizers or beverages are available for purchase.
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/paint-sip-taste/951527
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
The New Labels From Hundred Acre
Wednesday February 18th
Most people are familiar with the Hundred Acre wines. This wine lunch is focused on their new labels and projects called Summer Dreams and Fortunate Son. Joining us From Hundred Acre is Dana Manison to discuss the wines, new projects and everything that makes Hundred Acre and the new wines special.
Wine Selections and Menu Preparations by Chef Torres and Anthony Nespoli.
1st Course
Tuna Tower
avocado purée, capers, lemon zest, lemon juice, micro arugula, balsamic pearls
Summer Dreams Walking on Venice Beach Sauvignon Blanc
2nd Course
Homemade Gnocchi
gorgonzola cream sauce, crispy prosciutto, dehydrated apricots, fresh sage
Summer Dreams The Sun Also Rises Chardonnay
3rd Course
Four Parmesan-Crusted Lamb Lollipops
butternut squash purée, grilled chicory, red wine reduction
Summer Dreams Golden Hour Pinot Noir
4th Course
Butter Cake
sour cream gelato, crushed pistachios
Fortunate Son the Warrior Cabernet Sauvignon
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/the-new-labels-from-hundred-acre-wine-lunch/951526
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Paint, Sip, Taste
Wednesday February 25th
Get ready to swirl, sip, paint at the chic Bellatrix 🍷Join us for Paint, Sip, Taste... on Wednesday, February 25th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 PM. Let's uncork creativity together! All materials, a glass of wine, and appetizers included for just $60! 🎉 Book now
$60 per person. The paint night experience includes all painting materials necessary for the painting, 1 glass of house wine, light appetizers and the instruction for the paintings. More appetizers or beverages are available for purchase.
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/paint-sip-taste/951528
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Mollydooker Wine Lunch
Wednesday March 18th
Join us for a 5-course wine lunch featuring wines from Mollydooker, a family-owned winery based in Australia. This will be a lunch you do not want to miss!
Special Guest Speaker - Luke
The Original Blue Eyed Boy
Fun fact: Mollydooker is an affectionate term for a lefthander in Australia! Wine selections and menu preparations by F&B Director Anthony Nespoli and Executive Chef Torres.
Menu
1ST COURSE
Seafood Ceviche
shrimp, octopus, half clam shell
Euphoria Sparkling Verdelho
2ND COURSE
Mediterranean Lentil Salad
sweet onion vinaigrette
Two Left Feet Red Blend
3RD COURSE
Grilled Lamb Chops
fig balsamic glaze, cauliflower purée
Gigglepot Cabernet
4TH COURSE
Veal Ravioli
sautéed porcini mushrooms, sage brown butter sauce, shaved parmesan cheese
Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz
5TH COURSE
Assorted Chocolate Truffles
Carnival of Love Shiraz
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/mollydooker-wine-lunch/955064
THE MOLLYDOOKER SHAKE
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Paint, Sip, Taste
Wednesday March 25th
Get ready to swirl, sip, paint at the chic Bellatrix 🍷Join us for Paint, Sip, Taste... on Wednesday, March 25th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 PM. Let's uncork creativity together! All materials, a glass of wine, and appetizers included for just $60! 🎉 Book now
$60 per person. The paint night experience includes all painting materials necessary for the painting, 1 glass of house wine, light appetizers and the instruction for the paintings. More appetizers or beverages are available for purchase.
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/paint-sip-taste/951529
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Easter Brunch Buffet
Sunday April 5th
Celebrate your Easter holiday with us and our spectacular brunch buffet. There is something for everyone. From our cooked to order pasta station or made to order omelet station. Looking for Prime rib we have that covered along with all the sides. Brunch buffet also includes endless mimosas for all adults.
Full List of Buffet Items
Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes, Eggs Benedict
Cooked to order Pasta Station
Made to order Omelet Station
Prime Rib Carving Station - mashed potatoes, broccolini, creamy horseradish
Seafood Area
Charcuterie Area - Assorted Meats, Cheeses, Olives, Pickled Vegetables, Spreads
Salad Area - Bellatrix Salad, Caesar Salad, Waldorf Salad, Ambrosia
Dessert Area
All non-alcoholic beverages are included in the buffet so please ask your server.
Reservations are strongly suggested. Price of $125 per person is inclusive of tax and service charge. Kids, 10 and under, are $30 per person inclusive of tax and service charge.
10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Classic Club Wine Expo
Saturday April 11th
Join us at Classic Club Wine Expo Saturday April 11th from 12 pm - 3 pm.
We will have some of your favorite wines available for sampling along with food stations throughout.
Chef Jose Torres and Anthony Nespoli have some amazing plans instore for this Expo.
200+ wines from around the world.
Bellatrix wine cellar bargain bin
Price per guest is $75 per person if paying at the door. Prepayment through the site is $60 per ticket plus applicable site fees.
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/classic-club-wine-expo/951532
12:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Paint, Sip, Taste
Wednesday April 29th
Get ready to swirl, sip, paint at the chic Bellatrix 🍷Join us for Paint, Sip, Taste... on Wednesday, April 29th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 PM. Let's uncork creativity together! All materials, a glass of wine, and appetizers included for just $60! 🎉 Book now
$60 per person. The paint night experience includes all painting materials necessary for the painting, 1 glass of house wine, light appetizers and the instruction for the paintings. More appetizers or beverages are available for purchase.
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/paint-sip-taste/951530
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Mother's Day Buffet
Sunday May 10th
Charcuterie Station
Assorted Meats & Cheeses, Olives, Pickled Vegetables, Assorted Spreads
Salad Station
Bellatrix Salad, Caesar Salad, Waldorf Salad, Ambrosia Salad
Breakfast Favorites
Scrambled Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Omelets, Bacon & Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes
Carving Station
Prime Rib with Horseradish, Creamy Horseradish, Au Jus
Pasta Station
Seafood Station
Side Favorites
Mashed Potatoes
Broccolini
Dessert Station
Endless mimosa and non-alcoholic beverages included.
Buffet is priced at $125 inclusive per person, $30 inclusive for children under the age of 10.
10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Paint, Sip, Taste
Wednesday May 27th
Get ready to swirl, sip, paint at the chic Bellatrix 🍷Join us for Paint, Sip, Taste... on Wednesday, May 27th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 PM. Let's uncork creativity together! All materials, a glass of wine, and appetizers included for just $60! 🎉 Book now
$60 per person. The paint night experience includes all painting materials necessary for the painting, 1 glass of house wine, light appetizers and the instruction for the paintings. More appetizers or beverages are available for purchase.
https://www.localwineevents.com/view/event/paint-sip-taste/951531