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Palm Springs Life •

Treat Yourself to Nobu in the Coachella Valley

When a platter of immaculately curated sushi, from sumptuous chunks of burgundy- red bluefin tuna to slabs of porcelain-white yellowtail, is gently placed in the middle of the circular private dining room table at Sensei Porcupine Creek, the diners surrounding the artfully crafted spread seem unsure if they should dive in, snap a photo, or say a prayer. One of them leans over and whispers, “It’s kind of a metaphysical experience.” Indeed. It’s also extremely exclusive. Those interested in simila
Ranch & Coast Magazine •

Sensei Porcupine Creek is the Ultimate Serene Sanctuary — Ranch & Coast Magazine

Are you ready to rethink your self-care in the New Year? Consider a resolution to pack your bags and head to Sensei Porcupine Creek, an expansive, adults only, luxury retreat located in Rancho Mirage, just over a two-hour drive from San Diego. The beautifully landscaped property was once the private estate of Oracle founder Larry Ellison, but with input from his friend Dr. David Agus, Sensei opened about a year ago as a unique wellness resort. In addition to groves of stately palms and hundreds
Condé Nast Traveler •

Sensei Porcupine Creek, Rancho Mirage, California, United States - Hotel Review

Toeing the line between self-improvement sabbatical and bona fide vacation, Sensei Porcupine Creek is the ideal getaway for the chronically over-achieving: a place where real R&R is achieved proactively, through science and strategy, and in utter seclusion.

Another name for Sensei Porcupine Creek could be “Davos in the desert.” Formerly the private estate of tech wizard and Silicon Valley billionaire Larry Ellison, Sensei’s co-founder, this intensely secluded retreat hidden at the foothills of
Hospitality Net •

Takahiro Masuno has been appointed Head Sushi Chef at Sensei Porcupine Creek in Rancho Mirage

Serving as Head Sushi Chef, Masuno will run the exclusive Nobu Sushi Bar available as part of Sensei by Nobu. Masuno has over 20 years of experience focused on Japanese cuisine, originally hailing from Japan and completing his training in the United States. He was previously with the Ojiya Corporation in both California and Hawaii, having served as General Manager and Executive Chef at the brand's numerous restaurant locations.