Events

Tequila & Tacos event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

Italian Night

Monday January 5th

Bottega Nespoli a Bellatrix Italian Kitchen

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 event photo

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"

Purchase & Reserve your seats here.

01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Paint, Sip, Taste event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfbap3Ihdbs

01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Paint, Sip, Taste event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

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 event photo

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

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM