By special invitation, Estonia’s beloved chef Marika Blossfeldt, author of the best-selling, Essential Nourishment, Recipes from My Estonian Farm (Gourmand World Cookbook Awards nominee, 2011), will be participating & preparing food for the 3rd Annual Taste Awards & VIP Reception, introducing Estonian cooking to the global culinary stage for the first time. The Taste Awards, [...]
Articles By: Lindsay Taub
A Sojourn in California’s Secret Desert
As much of the country is enduring the cold, snowy winter months, they’re looking for an escape to warmth and sunshine…here’s one to put on your list! When we hear the phrase, “Some Like it Hot,†99 percent of people probably think of Marilyn Monroe’s iconic film. The other one percent may consist of the [...]
W Hotels’ Flagship on Florida’s Most Fashionable Beach
The W has done it again! With its mid-2011 unveiling of the South Beach Hotel & Residences in Miami Beach, they have set a new standard for a contemporary lifestyle experience as the brand continues to expand globally. (Click here for a list of all the properties, including ones expected to open in 2012 — [...]
American Bear Movie — A Docu About the Kindness of Strangers
Two recent NYU film school graduates, Sarah Sellman and Greg Grano, set off on an adventure to test a simple concept: the kindness of strangers. In the summer of 2010, armed with nothing but their curiosity and a camera, Sarah and Greg traveled the country relying on the kindness of strangers for a home each [...]
Punch Pick: Holiday Movie
It’s not often we feel compelled to write about movies we’ve seen just because. But — we know many of you will be heading to the movies this weekend with your families. If you’re looking for one that the whole family can enjoy, leaving you filled with the joy and delight the holidays are supposed [...]
Punch Pick: Holiday Book
If you’re looking for a heartwarming story to share with your loved ones this holiday (especially the pet lovers in your life), here’s our pick for you! They say you never forget your first love… Simon & Schuster recently released a wise and heart-warming debut novel about a beloved dog from platinum-selling musician/composer Alan Lazar. ROAM [...]
The Orlando on Third Celebrates Renovation with “Shop & Save” Package
In the heart of Los Angeles’ vibrant West Third Street neighborhood The Orlando on Third – a boutique, family-owned hotel that has been welcoming travelers to West L.A. for nearly three decades – is celebrating its multi-million dollar renovation with a special offer for guests. The Shop & Save package can be an urban escape, [...]
Quebec Makes a Mark in Hollywood
This fall, 65 artists and designers from the Canadian province of Quebec came to Los Angeles to present a unique program that would highlight their strength, innovation, and creativity. Events throughout the month included a film festival at the Egyptian Theatre, live music, a stand-up comedy evening, a fashion show at the Hollywood & Highland [...]
Los Angeles Peterson Museum Hosts a Night of Luxury
On Thursday November 9th, I was given the honor of attending Bradford Rand’s (President/ CEO of Job Expo International and RAND Luxury Inc.) Luxury Product Showcase: The Luxury Review. This was an exclusive press showcase and intimate shopping experience which, for the first time, allowed consumers to purchase the latest in luxury products. The myriad [...]
Pace in the Canyon: Peace, Indeed
When my friend texted me earlier this week with the name of her restaurant suggestion for Friday night – Pace – I mistakenly called it “payce.” When I went to the website and saw “peace in the canyon,” I realized Pace was in fact the Italian word for peace – “pah-chey.” Four years of studying [...]
Just a Few Reasons to Consider Visiting Japan in 2012
On Thursday November 10, The Asia Society of Southern California (in partnership with the Consulate-General of Japan) presented “Japan Rising: The Future of the World’s Third Largest Economic Power” at the California Science Center in Los Angeles. The full-day conference focused on how the country of Japan is recovering eight months after the devastating earthquake [...]
Katherine Heigl Joins Animal Advocates to Announce the Fall 5000 & Pets to Patriots Campaigns in Los Angeles
This afternoon at the East Valley Animal Shelter, the Los Angeles Animal Alliance held a press conference to announce The Fall 5000 campaign to adopt 5000 shelter animals into homes during the month of November throughout Southern California. The campaign kicks off November 4-6 with a Super Adoption at 20 animal shelters across 5 counties, [...]
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