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

The LA Design Festival Kicks Off Today

Those with an interest in art and architecture should embrace the two-week Los Angeles Design Festival, which kicks off today. There will be panel discussions, tours and parties at the third annual festival, which explores everything from decor to home tours to Peter Zumthor’s new take on LACMA.

Haute Secrets: Former French Laundry Chef Timothy Hollingsworth

Chef Timothy Hollingsworth has landed in LA after 12 years at Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry as a consulting chef for the South Bay’s Michael Zislis. Here are his haute secrets.

Haute 100 LA Update: Robert Pattinson New Face of Dior Homme

He’s got it all: great cheekbones, a great career and a new gig as the face of Dior. Yes, that would be Robert Pattinson.

What’s On My Desk: Sorgente Group of America President Veronica Mainetti

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.

Max Mara Honors Hailee Steinfeld With Face of the Future Award

Hailee Steinfeld was honored on Tuesday evening with one very haute accolade. The Oscar-nominated actress was the recipient of Women in Film Max Mara’s Face of the Future Award.

Quincy Jones Honored at Children Mending Hearts Style Sunday Event

Quincy Jones was the guest of honor at Children Mending Heart’s first annual Style Sunday event over the weekend. Kelly Preston presented the celebrated producer with a Lifetime Achievement Award at a private estate in Beverly Hills.

Haute 100 LA Update: Leonardo DiCaprio to Star as Rasputin in Upcoming Biopic

Leonardo DiCaprio has played many iconic roles, and his latest part is no exception. The 38-year-old actor has signed on to play infamous Russian mystic Grigori Rasputin in an upcoming biopic.

The Top 5 Vegetarian Restaurants in Los Angeles

If you’re feeling herbivorous or just want a fresh new alternative from your meat-eating ways, enjoy the fare at our top five picks for the best vegetarian/vegan fare in Los Angeles.

Stonehill Tavern Presents an Evening of Whiskey & Wagyu with Michael Mina

If a private evening with Michelin-starred chef Michael Mina is a secret fantasy, you’re in luck. The recent James Beard Foundation inductee will host a private dining event at the Stonehill Tavern, his eatery inside the St. Regis Monarch Beach in Dana Point.

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