The Young Literati Toast the LA Public Library

The Young Literati comprised of Angelenos in their 20s, 30s, and 40s gathered on the rooftop of The Line Hotel in Koreatown last weekend to support the Los Angeles Public Library. The night consisted of mingling with many of LA’s best and brightest. After many of us enjoyed one too many Bees Knees poolside, we were kept laughing afterwards in a packed room thanks to actress and … Continue reading The Young Literati Toast the LA Public Library

Unstoppable Foundation 6th Annual Gala Honors Warren Moon

Surrounded by mega influencers in sports, entertainment, and charity, as well as best-selling authors, nationally known speakers, and global thought leaders at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, we met Warren Moon, the quarterback of the Houston Oilers, NFL football player Michael Robinson, former standout tight end Tony Gonzalez (who served as the co-chairman of the Gala) and many other NFL football greats inside at the red carpet social … Continue reading Unstoppable Foundation 6th Annual Gala Honors Warren Moon

Andrew von Oeyen in Concert for Project Angel Food

As we careened up the harrowing Malibu roads with the PCH getting smaller in the distance and the Pacific Ocean reminding us how minuscule we are in this world, we climbed into a shuttle van to whisk up even higher to the enchanting home of designer Michael Lee and Gatsby Geerts. Although at times one can feel tiny in sprawling Los Angeles, the intimate crowd was … Continue reading Andrew von Oeyen in Concert for Project Angel Food

Hot’s Kitchen Keeps Getting Hotter

Death threats. Protests. Litigation. It’s par for the course for Hot’s Kitchen Executive Chef and co-owner Sean “Hot Sauce” Chaney. Recall, if you will, the 2012 decision by California legislators to ban the selling of foie gras. It was Chaney who defied the unconstitutional reach by offering free foie gras on the side at his Hermosa Beach establishment, and, more importantly, by using the courts … Continue reading Hot’s Kitchen Keeps Getting Hotter

Kindred Foundation for Adoption Inaugural Fundraiser

The Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills played host Tuesday night to the inaugural fundraiser of the Kindred Foundation for Adoption. The Svedka Vodka cocktails flowed as celebrities and supporters signed up to volunteer for their time and resources to the Kindred’s cause: to aid adoptees and their families in finding stability and happiness. “We believe that family is extendable not only to those with … Continue reading Kindred Foundation for Adoption Inaugural Fundraiser

36th Annual Food Fare to Support Planned Parenthood LA

For the last 36 years, the massive philanthropic and gastronomic event in LA has raised funds to benefit the education and healthcare initiatives of Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, including life-saving cancer screenings, birth control, and STD testing and treatment. Last year, PPLA provided over 270,000 patient visits throughout Los Angeles County. Next week Food Fare 2015 will feature over 100 LA restaurants, caterers, wineries, breweries, vendors, … Continue reading 36th Annual Food Fare to Support Planned Parenthood LA

The EcoLuxe Lounge Salutes the Oscars

Once again, LA’s leading sustainable TV/film product placement producer Debbie Durkin along with REVELE PR coordinated and organized a luxury hospitality lounge at the Beverly Hilton’s Stardust Penthouse coinciding with the 2015 Oscars to honor the nominees.  During the day guests mingled and learned about new products they could sample or take home, while many returned for evening festivities on the chilly starlit rooftop with a … Continue reading The EcoLuxe Lounge Salutes the Oscars

Montblanc partners with WriteGirl

Sipping champagne and staring at all the beautiful Montblanc watches, pens, and the latest Bespoke 25 Collection, the Montblanc store at the Beverly Center paired with Departures Magazine to honor Margaret Hyde for her outstanding support of Write Girl. If you have kids or you are an educator, you may know of Margaret Hyde’s “Great Art for Kids” series, such as Picasso for Kids and Matisse for Kids. I … Continue reading Montblanc partners with WriteGirl

Adopt The Arts Cuts a Ribbon to Keep the Musical Arts Alive at Westminster Elementary School

Adopt The Arts cut a grand ribbon at Westminster Elementary School in Venice, CA on Thursday, February 5 at 12:45pm for a ceremonial adoption to save the musical arts for their current and future students. Complete with a performance by the Adopt The Arts Elite Choir and a special appearance by California Congressman Ted Lieu (House of Representatives, CA district 33) to honor founders, musician Matt Sorum (Guns … Continue reading Adopt The Arts Cuts a Ribbon to Keep the Musical Arts Alive at Westminster Elementary School