PALM SPRINGS , CA
Beckman finally returned home to California with a new culinary outlook and a perfectly seasoned set of cooking skills . Beckman then opened his hit restaurant , Workshop Kitchen + Bar . With his love for cooking , and his sleek , urban style , Workshop Kitchen + Bar has turned into one of the most talked about restaurants in the area .
Walk into the establishment and you will notice the floor-to-ceiling concrete , which somehow gives off warmth and welcomes the cozy dining atmosphere . Any other design concept would scream the opposite , but Beckman has made it work , developing the space ( which was once an old movie theater ) into a modern-style mancave of sorts , complete with a royal communal table , and a courtyard inside . The contrasting design , mixed with the traditional elements , such as the cathedral ceilings and the minimalistic , eco-conscious layout , make for one of the most interesting spaces that you will probably ever dine in . That being said , it comes to no surprise that Beckman ’ s Workshop Kitchen + Bar earned the 2015 James Beard Award for design .
Once you glance at the menu , you will be tempted to enjoy large-format entrees like the prime aged 18 ounce ribeye , which is grilled over a wood fire and served with roasted cipollini onions , and topped with a composed bone marrow butter . If you are in the mood for something lighter , try the farmers ’ market spring vegetables , which consist of lobster mushrooms , baby turnips , garnet yams , Chinese log beans , young artichokes , and a butternut squash puree , topped with green chili and a fermented garlic . Cool your palate with the harissa yogurt that comes with the dish .
In the mood for simple snacks and drinks with friends ? Order some of the small plates , such as the shaved brussels sprouts , or the market selection wood-fired pizza . The brussels sprouts are served with apricot , cherry , and pepitas , with a balsamic and olive oil dressing . They ' re also topped with pecorino Romano for a bit of richness .
No matter what you ’ re ordering while you are in Workshop , you will be more than satisfied . The menu is blended perfectly by Beckman ’ s skills , and the atmosphere ties every element of your dining experience together .