Okay, we admit it. The pun was totally intended with that title, though we’re not saying people haven’t done that before (come on, it’s Vegas). But on a slightly more serious note: where does a food aficionado like yourself go when you’re ready to hit the Strip on an empty stomach? The “LA Times” guarantees these places will give you your fill before you hit the town for The Hangover-type adventure you’ve been itching to recreate. Bring on the tigers and the Satchels.

If you’re a fan of Top Chef, you most likely follow the paths not only of the winners, but the eliminated chefs as well. So then you probably know that Season Five was taped in one of our country’s hautest cities: New York. And while the chef we’re talking about here isn’t the winner (that honor went to Hosea Rosenberg), we think our subject’s new little LA sandwich shop is worth gossiping about.

We’ve done our fair share of “Top” lists before. Heck, we even have the Haute 100 list of “top” VIPs. But this list, though few in numbers, tops them all. Why? Because of the sheer amount of money needed just to earn a spot here. One of the commandments states you shouldn’t covet thy neighbor’s possessions, but for this, we think there can be a slight exception.

Patrick McDermott, the Korean-American lighting technician who disappeared five years ago is making headlines again…this time, not for his “death” but for his tranquility in some Mexican village. What??? Perhaps he’s most famously known as Olivia Newton-John’s estranged boyfriend—you know, the one that after breaking up with her suddenly disappeared and was later rumored to be dead. Well, he’s alive alright, and he’s working as a ship’s mate on a tourist yacht. How haute.

Haute Living has a plethora of editorial content from our four regional editions that may be passing under your radar, and we don’t want that. We have so many gems hidden in our archives, so in addition to daily Haute 100 Updates, we will now be providing “Haute Highlights,” focusing on one article from a print edition that is worthy of your attention.

Our Haute 100 list details the accomplishments of the most influential people in each of our markets—Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These people continue to make moves, so rather than waiting for the next Haute 100 issue to come out, we thought we’d provide you with regular updates on those Haute 100ers who are making headlines. Check back daily for more info on the most powerful people in your city. Today’s edition: Designer-cum-director Tom Ford.

Perbacco is an Italian word that expresses pleasure and surprise (although no one’s surprised at the well-deserved hype this San Franciscan haunt is receiving) as well as an homage to Bacchus, god of wine and good times. This might explain the restaurant’s unique approach to fine dining, which has San Franciscans talking about the seemingly effortless way the restaurant has managed to transport the traditions of authentic Italian dining right to the heart of California.

Remember when you heard those rumors about Lindsay Lohan apparently becoming an advisor of some sort for some fashion house? Well, you weren’t dreaming. Those rumors were true and the fashion house she ended up “working” for was Emanuel Ungaro.

There’s no better place than Las Vegas to blow some cash with style and panache. And shhh, we’re about to tell you a secret. It’s officially passé to spend all your money on necessities like a third summerhouse, or a second Lamborghini, or a yacht bigger than Tiger Woods’s Privacy.