Haute Living Celebrates Cover Star Issa Rae with The Macallan at RDEN Bar & Restaurant

Haute Living and The Macallan celebrate actress Haute Living January 2024 issue cover star Issa Rae at RDEN Bar & Restaurant in Los Angeles on January 9th following the Golden Globes.

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Guests gathered at Hollywood’s newest culinary gem with an intimate cocktail reception and dinner celebrating the accomplished actress and producer. This exclusive gathering of 40 attendees featured a special tasting of the esteemed The Macallan 25, a whisky that commands a retail price of around $3,000 per bottle, for a select group of VIPs.

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Notable attendees included Crime By Design, Haute Living’s publisher, Kamal Hotchandani, Martin Cole, Heidy De la Rosa, and various prominent figures from the entertainment industry, filmmakers, and Rae’s acquaintances.

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Rae was the epitome of elegance in her stylish ivory sweater dress, engaging with attendees and partaking in photo sessions.

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Upon arrival, attendees were greeted by appetizers, wine, and The Macallan cocktails in RDEN’s private courtyard-style patio, and then proceeded upstairs to the mezzanine level for a celebratory dinner.

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RDEN Restaurant is located in the historic TAFT Building in Hollywood with a beautiful and unique mezzanine view of the Pantages Theatre and the bustling heart of Hollywood Blvd.

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Guests at the dinner toasted with Issa Rae’s Viarae Prosecco and tasted a red, white, and rosé wine selection from Malibu Rocky Oaks Estate Vineyards.

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During the dinner, guests savored two delicious The Macallan cocktails entitled ‘The Marigold’ and ‘The Typography,’ both featuring The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old.

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Actor Martin Cole led an exquisite tasting of The Macallan 25, one of the most sought-after single malt scotches in the world.

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Attendees enjoyed a multicourse meal including flavorful dishes such as Hand Rolled Sushi and Sashimi platters, Grilled Ribeye Steak, Cauliflower Steak, Roasted Vegetables. and Branzino with Aleppo Potatoes, among other signature staples such as the RDEN Heirloom Tomato Salad, Albacore Salad, Spicy Hummus, and Spicy Meatballs, with homemade chocolate cookies and delicate mini pastries for dessert.

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