Challenging situations often define true character, and in the case of Coachella Valley restaurants, there are so many that have come out swinging after two years of uncertainty and disruption. There has certainly been a shift to reliance upon locally-sourced ingredients as well as increased availability of curbside pick-up and take-home orders. Restaurant owners have pivoted masterfully, and we’ve all made some discoveries along the way. That said, customers are chomping at the bit to return to the joy of dining on site at their favorite restaurants, many of which have now added and kept outdoor seating areas lending capacity and ambiance.