On Oct. 7, Lisa and Doug Goldman hosted a benefit reception and dinner buffet at their home in Atherton, Calif., to raise money for USC’s Marshall School of Business & Leventhal School of Accounting.

On Wednesday, Oct. 13, the InterContinental Miami celebrated its 25th anniversary with an exclusive invitation-only gala. The hotel’s Chopin Ballroom was transformed into a lively affair that hosted more than 300 guests who were treated to a sampling of some of the hotel’s Indigo Restaurant & Bar’s classic culinary dishes and music by Latin Grammy-nominated musician Roberto Perera.

On Oct. 7, the St. Anthony Foundation kicked off their 60th anniversary with their Raise the Roof gala, which was held in a clear tent with views of City Hall. The event raised almost $600,000 for the new St. Anthony Dining Room. The gala was emceed by Liz Saint John from Alice 97.3 while guests bid on exciting auction lots including trips to Bali and “chef for a day” at Chez Panisse.

On Thursday, Sept. 30, Jenna and Bryan Hunt, the chairs of the San Francisco Fall Antiques Show (SFFAS) Enthusiasts Committee, held an invitation only event at the trendy Black Fleece on Fillmore Street in San Francisco. The SFFAS is the old continuously operating international antique show on the entire West Coast. The show features a range of fine and decorative arts from all over the world. This year, the show will be held from Oct. 28 through Oct. 31 at the Festival Pavilion at Fort Mason Center.

On Thursday, Oct. 21, the Young Patrons of the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas (POA) along with conductor Alondra de la Parra, celebrated the season opening at Casa Mezcal on the Lower East Side. The evening previewed POA’s first concert of the season, which takes place Friday, Oct. 29 at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall. Composer and DJ Gene Pritsker mixed music from the upcoming concert and POA clarinetist Nuno Antunes performed.

For an impressive 40 years, the legendary Roberto Cavalli has been a fixture in the high-fashion world. His fresh modern designs, stunningly gorgeous gowns and unprecedented fashion milestones have earned the Italian designer global recognition and status. While I was surprised to discover that the 70 year old had never traveled to South America before this week, it was not surprising that he chose to debut his collection to the Latin world at this year’s Cali Exposhow.

To start off a dinner party while passing around hors d’oeuvres, I will select a fun wine—fresh and fruity. Our Fume Blanc Napa Valley is a perfect match, or try a sparkling wine. During the warmer days of summer, I might select a rosé and during the colder months, our Chardonnay Napa Valley. During the […]

Our 2010 Haute 100 Los Angeles details the accomplishments of the most influential people in the city. See below the group of athletes who made the list this year.

Our 2010 Haute 100 Los Angeles details the accomplishments of the most influential people in the city. See below the Power Couples who made the list this year.