They’ve seen the best of times; they’ve seen the worst of times. This is a tale of two restaurants that are enjoying their heyday after weathering the worst economic climate since the Great Depression. Despite the Dickensian motif, this is an Italian story. In actuality, it’s about as Italian as Romeo and Juliet, another Anglican yarn, in that the subjects of this opus are a … Continue reading A Tale of Two Restaurants
Bootsy Bellows in Hollywood (next to Blind Dragon and across from Boa) unveiled a serious glitzy new makeover this past Tuesday night filled with beautiful servers waving pink feathers, impromptu marionette performances, and beautiful people everywhere matching the saucy, sexy decor. It’s like the h. wood Group wanted to create the Garden of Diamond Eden but instead mesh that theme with two lounges taking you back … Continue reading Bootsy Bellows gets a glam makeover
Without hyperbole, I can tell you that my favorite movie experience is the ArcLight, and has been since I first plopped my butt down in one of the theater chain’s cozy seats. And now, this high-quality cinematic milieu is enriching downtown Culver City, home of Sony Pictures and a town rich in film history. Step one foot into an ArcLight theater and you will immediately … Continue reading ArcLight Comes to Culver City
On 1666 McCadden Place in Hollywood I valeted my car and sashayed up a back entrance to a new saucy little lounge space called Confession. Of course everyone has a confession to make in Hollywood, but are you ready to divulge your mischief? This exclusive new lounge will cater to the model, celebrity or taste-maker crowd with a VIP entrance to the right while the … Continue reading A Hollywood Confession
Renowned around town as a quick and healthy lunch joint, Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop has now expanded into the dinner market with a new location on Hollywood Boulevard, a block from the Pantages. The menu includes the familiar staples, like the famed Turkey Melt on pretzel bread, tortilla pizzas and, of course, the salads. But you’ll also find a handful of entrees, such as salmon and … Continue reading Greenleaf — It’s What’s for Dinner
Whiskey or whisky (as it is spelled by the Great Scots) has never been my drink of choice, but world renowned Scottish master blender Colin Scott, opened up a whole new world to me with his historical tales of Chivas Regal and the art of blending. The newest member of the Chivas Regal whisky family was celebrated at Sadie restaurant in Hollywood. This luxurious blend … Continue reading Chivas Regal Extra Comes to the US with Master Whisky Blender Colin Scott
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
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
The groundbreaking rock opera that reinvented musical theatre in the modern age, “Jesus Christ Superstar,” opened the weekend of Feb. 13 to sold out crowds at the MET Theatre in Hollywood. It runs for six weeks to open the DOMA Theatre Company’s 2015 season. The musical launched the careers for composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Tim Rice, ushering a new era for musical theatre. … Continue reading DOMA Theatre Company’s “Jesus Christ Superstar”
During this month of loving sentiments we share our third round of love tales. Why do we love thee, this town of Tinsel, this city of Flowers and Sunshine? Let us count thee ways. Once upon a time I heard California compared to Europe due to the relaxing lifestyle, unlike the east coast. Tis a fortnight I read an article on the beach in February … Continue reading An LA Love Story – Part 3
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