Palm Springs Sister Cities Welcomes Delegation from San Miguel de Allende for a Cultural and Culinary Exchange
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November 6, 2024
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Palm Springs Sister Cities Welcomes Delegation from San Miguel de Allende for a Cultural and Culinary Exchange
Palm Springs, CA – Palm Springs Sister Cities is thrilled to announce the arrival of a delegation from our Sister City, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico from November 7-10, 2024. The visit coincides with the Palm Springs Food & Wine Festival and features a lineup of initiatives designed to deepen cross-cultural ties and mutual economic benefits.
Key highlights include Palm Springs Passport (PSP) a cocktail exchange program, where participating Palm Springs restaurants and bars will serve cocktails curated by San Miguel’s top mixologists. With each cocktail purchased, one dollar will be donated to support Palm Springs Sister Cities’ projects. This unique initiative aims to delight patrons while contributing to meaningful cultural programs.
“Palm Springs and San Miguel de Allende share a vibrant spirit of creativity and hospitality,” said Palm Springs Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein. “When we come together in moments like these, we celebrate our shared cultural heritage and lay the foundation for lasting connections that enrich both communities.”
An educational component is also central to the visit. Fourth-grade students from Vista Del Monte Elementary in Palm Springs are collaborating on an art exchange with students from Newland School in San Miguel, creating a platform for young learners to appreciate the beauty of diverse artistic traditions.
“Our partnership with San Miguel de Allende is a testament to the power of cultural diplomacy,” said Palm Springs Sister Cities President Andrea Davis. “Through food, art, and thoughtful conversation, we’re building bridges that will support our cities for generations to come.”
The delegation will also actively participate in VillageFest, participate in a boutique hotel tour, and hold strategic discussions with city stakeholders on cultural tourism, examining how both cities can enhance visitor experiences and boost economic development.
Participants for the economic discussion on cultural tourism include Wayne Olson, Chief Economic Development Officer for Palm Springs, Steven Biller, Editorial Director, Palm Springs Life Magazine, Gary Armstrong, Chair, Palm Springs Public Arts Commission, as well as tourism executives and hotel/ restaurant owners from San Miguel.
Wayne Olson expressed enthusiasm about the potential impact: “Palm Springs Passport, the cocktail exchange effort, is a creative way to drive more foot traffic to downtown establishments, enriching our city’s culinary scene and drawing visitors to experience everything Palm Springs has to offer.”
With shared experiences and innovative initiatives on the horizon, this cultural and culinary collaboration is set to leave a lasting mark on both communities.
For more information on the Sister Cities initiatives, please visit sistercitiesps.org.