Laura Schreffler, Editor-in-Chief

An explorer at heart (she's officially part of The Explorers Club, a prestigious society of scientists, travelers, adventurers, conservationists, and innovators) as well as proud member of Marquis Who’s Who 2025, Haute Living's Editor-in-Chief, Laura Schreffler, has covered travel, culture, and celebrity since 2003; she has officially been serving as Haute Media Group's talent booker since 2012. When she’s not hunting for the world’s best cocktail or jumping into the Antarctic Ocean, Laura is volunteering worldwide as an animal rescue advocate. Her motto: “Life is short – make it an adventure (but also, stay in a 5-star hotel)." IG: @laurainwonderland__

Posts by Laura Schreffler

Kobe Bryant Goes One on One With Jimmy Kimmel for ‘Kobe Up Close’

Thursday evening was a sports spectacular in the name of one LA athletic icon: Kobe Bryant. The LA Lakers champion sat down with Jimmy Kimmel at the Nokia Theatre LA. LIVE for an entertaining conversation about his past, present and future that was broadcast live on AXS TV.

Haute 100 LA Update: Check Out Robert Downey Jr.’s New $12 Million HTC Ad Campaign

HTC formally announced this week that Robert Downey Jr. is their new face. The actor has signed of for a two-year, $12 million endorsement deal with the company.

Haute Secrets: STK Chef Robert Liberato

Here are the Haute Secrets of Chef Robert Liberato, a man who brings an impressive track record and refined cooking style to STK LA.

Giada De Laurentiis & Jane Lynch Honored at Project Angel Food Gala

Giada De Laurentiis and Jane Lynch were honored as philanthropic role models over the weekend. On Sunday, the non-profit Project Angel Food organization recognized the master chef and “Glee” star for their charitable commitments at its annual Angel Awards gala.

HFPA Donates $1.6 Million at Annual Luncheon

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) awarded more than $1.6 million in financial grants at its annual star-studded luncheon. Eva Longoria served as celebrity emcee of the event, which was attended by the likes of Nicole Kidman, Colin Farrell, Diane Kruger, David O. Russell, Vince Vaughn, Vin Diesel, Amber Heard, Olivia Wilde and Jason Bateman.

Haute 100 LA Update: Kristen Stewart Enrolls at UCLA

She’s already found fame and fortune, and now, Kristen Stewart is ready for an education. The Twilight starlet has reportedly enrolled at UCLA as an English lit major.

What’s On My Desk: Broker to the Stars Hillel Sanowicz

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

The Gjelina Team Planning Two New Projects

Great news, foodies: the team behind Venice’s celebrity staple Gjelina have two new projects in the works. Chef Travis Lett and co. are building another eatery just down the street from the modern Italian mainstay on Abbot Kinney.

‘The Butler’ Stars Celebrate LA Premiere at WP24

It is a rare treat when the the Queen of all Media leaves the Royal throne and lands in the City of Angels. Of course, if Oprah Winfrey plans on taking a trip to LA, she does it as she does everything — in a big way.

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