For The Record Star Pia Toscano Shares Her Haute Secrets to LA

Photo Credit: Irvin Rivera

Where were you born: In New York!

How long in LA: 5 years. Move to LA to compete on American Idol

Neighborhood: Los Angeles

Occupation: Singer/Actress

Favorite Restaurant: Hugos & Sugarfish

Best Sushi: Sugarfish!!!!!

Best Italian: il Pastaio or Dan Tana’s

Best dessert: Pinkberry :)

Best place for a romantic date: IPic in Pasadena

Best Sunday brunch: Cecconi’s or Malibu Cafe

Best place for a power business meeting: Soho House

If you have out of town guests, which hotel would you recommend? Mondrian

Favorite shopping venue/boutique: zara top shop and nasty gal

Favorite place to buy jewelry/watches: xiv karats in Beverly Hills

Best Spa: burke williams

Favorite Charity Event: american cancer society & the Humane Society

Favorite Cultural Event: columbus day parade NYC

Favorite Cultural Institution: The Met

Best Steakhouse: STK

Best Pizza: Newpark Pizza Howard Beach NYC

Best Lunch: Sweet Green

Best Gym/Athletic Facility: Barrys Bootcamp

Best Massage: Thai

Best Limousine/Driving Service: uber Black

Best Museum/Exhibit: LACMA

Describe your city in three words: sleepless, exciting, home

Favorite historic/legendary place to see or explore: Rome

All-around favorite spot in Los Angeles: Manhatten Beach

Best Aspect of Los Angeles: The Weather

The Greatest life lesson I’ve learned from Scorsese would be to be true to your artistry & to Commit 110% to the story you want to tell.