In lieu of a deep-fried turkey (dangerous), any version of a sweet potato puree topped with marshmallows (slow death), or the same side dish that has graced your Thanksgiving table decade after decade (yawn), try some of these alternatives to spice up your menu and offer your guests a meal for which they can truly give thanks.

Wood-Mode: the generous creator that keeps on giving

120 Eleventh Ave offers five exceptional lofts perfectly positioned in the heart of the West Chelsea Gallery District, between the High Line and Hudson River Park.

Luxury oceanfront vacation villas. Oceanfront accommodations in an assortment of 1 bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom villas with patios, terraces and decks throughout the building.

120 Eleventh Ave offers five exceptional lofts perfectly positioned in the heart of the West Chelsea Gallery District, between the High Line and Hudson River Park.

We’ve all heard great things about The Standard’s Boom Boom Room in New York. The atmosphere, the views, the service, and everything else involved is said to be off the charts amazing. But what have we heard about the hours, or as recently surfaced, the lack thereof?

If you’re looking for a relaxing weekend filled with top-notch service, I’d think twice about visiting some large San Francisco hotels. Last weekend, Unite Here union workers staged a three-day protest in front of the glamorous Grand Hyatt San Francisco hotel to voice their ongoing protests against hotel negotiations.

Photography and story by Tatijana Shoan, Styling by Haute Living Magazine with the help of Andy Salmen, Grooming by Erica Sauer- Exclusive Artists Management, Make-up by Meghan McClain- ArtMix Beauty,
Hair by Eric Sebbag-Cloutier Agency, Shot on Location at the Presidential Suite-Montage Beverly Hills

The long-lasting family commitment to provide for those who demand ultimate luxury.