When you think “Seattle,” grunge, rain and coffee probably come to mind. But this stunning, versatile city offers so much more than Starbucks and countless reference to Sleepless in Seattle. Here is where you should stay, play, dine and drink during a jaunt in the “Emerald City.”

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we’re about to tell you. Our “What’s on My Desk” feature takes a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world’s most influential power players.

Back in the day (before Tinder), first dates were easy. Dinner, a movie, cocktails and conversation were rote. Nowadays, Angelenos who have been there and done that are looking for a little more spice to their initial meet and greets. Here are five first date ideas that will be sure to entertain—even if you can’t say the same about your company.

Simon Baker is a perfect fit to wear the cloak of Longines’ Ambassador of Elegance. The Australian star, wearing a beautiful suit and a Longines timepiece, turned up at the 2014 Breeders Cup’ at Santa Anita Park on Saturday looking nothing but a class act. The 45-year-old The Mentalist star presented Longines’ Prize of Elegance to the man and woman at the Breeders’ Cup who best personified the brand slogan “elegance is an attitude” and was also on hand to see timepieces presented to the winners of the Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf race, Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff race and Breeders’ Cup Classic. Somehow we think Baker is always the perfect host: after pouring us a glass of water, we sat down to discuss elegance, comfort and life after The Mentalist.

The 2014 Breeders’ Cup Classic was a glamorous affair thanks to support from Longines, the official partner, timekeeper and watch of the internationally renowned horse racing championship.

The L.A. Dance Project made its grand return to its home of choice, The Theatre at Ace Hotel, for three performances in late October. To commemorate the occasion, supporting patron Richard Mille hosted a cocktail party to celebrate.

Elizabeth Chambers is a busy girl. The model and co-owner of the wildly popular Bird Bakery in San Antonio, Texas, is also the chief correspondent for the Human Rights Foundation and has served as a correspondent for the E! News Bureau and Access Hollywood, and well as worked as an anchor and correspondent for Current TV. She spends her time jetting between San Antonio, where her bakery is based, and Los Angeles, where she resides with actor husband Armie Hammer. We sat down with Chambers to discuss her travels, how she and her hubby handle their sometimes long-distance relationship and her secret recipe for making Bird’s infamous Monster cookies.

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The City of Angels was in a festive mood this week, celebrating the openings of Dsquared2 and Irene Neuwirth, as well as China’s involvement in Hollywood. Check out all the news you might have missed here!

Whether you’re in the mood for a ghoulish experience or simply trying to get your cute on with a tight-fitting costume, here are the best places to enjoy the complete Halloween experience this year in Los Angeles!