The 2013 Ballet Season commences on January 24 with San Francisco Ballet’s Opening Night Gala, Moving the Compass. Details inside.

Winter Speed Days begin today and runs through tomorrow (January 10/11) at the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Track. The Racing extravaganza will feature Aston Martin’s new portfolio of race cars. Details inside.

Lisa Kershner, the GM of the Renaissance San Francisco Stanford Court Hotel – the stunning boutique hotel of Nob Hill that sets the standard for boutique hotels in San Francisco – let’s Haute Living in on what she keeps close by to get it all done.

Just announced: the beautiful and extraordinary Newsom family is expanding. Details inside.

Star chefs, world-class food and wine all in the comfort of the lavish Ahwahnee lodge in Yosemite – Winter getaways don’t get better than this. Details inside.

As 2012 comes to a close, the festive spirit has been alive and well in the city of San Francisco. The month of December has brought us holiday fetes that have Dazzled, Jingled and Mingled, Done Good and got Gorgeous & Green.

Whether you’re looking for a crazy night out, a festive celebration, or a romantic dinner, look no further – you’ll find the perfect place to ring in 2013 right here. Here are the hautest New Year’s celebrations happening in and around San Francisco.

Looking for somewhere to celebrate in the city after the big shopping weekend? Relax, restore, and enjoy the finest cuisine the city has to offer. Haute Living presents the top 20 festives feasts on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

NFL tight end and 49ers superstar Vernon Davis celebrated the grand opening of his new art gallery, Gallery 85, at San Joseʼs Santana Row for an evening of art and charitable fundraising.