Posts by Sherri Balefsky

The James Beard Foundation Awards Announces This Year’s Hosts

ute off the press, the James Beard Foundation has just announced today its hosts for the upcoming 2011 James Beard Foundation Awards, the most prestigious restaurant award ceremonies in the U.S. The trio of culinary hosts will include Tom Colicchio (of Craft restaurant in NYC), Ming Tsai (of Blue Ginger in Boston) and Traci Des Jardins (Public House, San Francisco).

Haute Event: Jay Leno Helps Raise $3 million at Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance

Last weekend marked the fifth annual Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance. The concours showcases some of the most exotic classic automobiles and motorcycles. More than 7,000 guests showed up for the event over the three-day weekend.

Pinkberry is Coming to Miami!

Get ready, Miami, because “the taste that launched a thousand parking tickets” is on its way! That’s right…Pinkberry is coming to Miami!

Haute Dining: AZUL at Mandarin Oriental, Miami names Chef Joel Huff New Chef de Cuisine

It has just been announced that the famed restaurant Azul at the Mandarin Oriental, Miami has hired a brand new Chef de Cuisine: Chef Joel Huff.

Haute Event: Heidi Klum, Jamie Foxx, Kim Kardashian Attend Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Viewing Party

On Sunday, Feb. 27, while the 83rd annual Academy Awards were taking place, another equally important event was happening across town–the 19th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party. The event, hosted by Sir Elton John himself, along with partner David Furnish, Chopard jewelry and Jo & Raffy Manoukian. The lavish affair was held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood and catered to all A-listers who didn’t make it to the award show this year.

Haute Event: Mandy Moore, Penelope Cruz, Elton John, and Others Sparkle in Chopard at the 2011 Oscars and Elto...

On Sunday, Feb. 27, swarms of celebrities turned out to the Kodak Theater in Hollywood for the 83rd annual Academy Awards. Lavish gowns stylish tuxedoes pierced the red carpet. And while we were certainly fascinated by the garments of choice worn by A-listers, were also noticed that many were spotted wearing luxury jewelry and watches by Chopard, one of the world’s most coveted luxury brands.

Haute Event: 2011 Amstel Light Burger Bash Kicks Off South Beach Wine & Food Festival

Hundreds of hungry Miamians (and visitors) flocked to the beaches of the Ritz-Carlton South Beach last night for the kickoff of the Food Network South Beach Wine &* Food Festival.

Hollywood’s Hottest New Club Has Not Even Opened Yet

It seems like in Hollywood, “it clubs” come and go like last season’s bad trends. But we’ve got the scoop on one soon-to-debut club that promises to remain on the L.A. Radar for quite some time; and it hasn’t even officially opened yet. Enter Tru Hollywood, a tri-level nightclub that is expected to revive the sophistication and glamour of Old (and “true”) Hollywood.

Haute Event: The Real Housewives of Miami Series Premiere Party

On Monday evening, Bravo hosted an intimate affair, which consisted of guests hand-selected by the housewives, some 25 guests a piece, who came to support the ladies the night before they were set to become household names.

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