Posts by Valerie Friedrich
Haute Dining Update: Mezze to Open One Week From Today
We received word from a reliable source that Mezze restaurant, helmed by epicurean prodigy Micah Wexler (L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon and Craft), will officially open its beautiful antique doors to the public on Monday, March 28.
Haute Dining: The Best Places for Sunday Brunch in Los Angeles
Since it’s officially spring, mimosas, fanciful Eggs Benedict variations, and designer fruit smoothies are back in full swing, and therefore the time has come to let you know about a few of the best old and new establishments around L.A. for sipping and indulging on a sunny Sunday morning.
Q&A: Exclusive Interview with Celebrity Designer Tim Campbell
In awe of his talent and dedication to preserving classic Los Angeles architecture, I wanted to climb inside Tim Campbell’s head to find out things like where in the world he would build a vacation home and why natural light can be deemed “magical.”
Haute Dining: Seven-Course Dinner and a Movie at Drago Centro
Celestino Drago, the Godfather of Los Angeles Italian cuisine will host a dinner and a movie of epic, corruptive proportions.
For one night only, on Saturday, March 12, the famed restaurateur will lure guests into his exquisite, state-of-the art exhibition kitchen/private dining room (the City National Bank’s actual former vault) at Drago Centro with a seven-course tasting menu and a showing of the original The Italian Job.
Save the Date: 32nd Annual Food Fare Fundraising Event
The infamous “Two Hot Tamales,” Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, are at again for charity. On Thursday, March 10, the dynamic culinary duo behind Border Grill Restaurants will host their 32nd annual Food Fare at Santa Monica Civic Auditorium to benefit Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, a long-standing organization dedicated to affordable reproductive healthcare.
With a successful, signature plan of attack—come hungry and leave charitable—the lovely ladies plan on hosting more than 150 of Los Angeles’ finest restaurants, including Ammo, Il Grano, Lucques, and Church & State. A variety of local wineries and top-notch beverage companies, such as Rosenthal Winery, Pasquini Espresso Co., and Kombucha, will also make appearances, so best to come thirsty too.
Celebrity Living: Minnie Driver’s Multi-Million Dollar Mobile Home
Paradise Cove, the world’s most prestigious Trailer Park community, where upscale Bohemian life rules and butlers drool. With sweeping views of the California Coastline and pristine landscaping, the Malibu abodes surprise even the richest of the rich, as they range in price from approximately $1 million to $3 million.
Haute Style: Mara Roszak Makes Waves for Mila Kunis
Even though last night’s Oscars are being subjected to some criticism, we remained kind and found beauty in other aspects, such as Mila Kunis’ Grecian-inspired updo created by Los Angeles-based TRESemmé celebrity stylist, Mara Roszak.
Haute Dining: Amanda Baumgarten Appointed New Executive Chef at Famous Water Grill
On the brink of its 20th anniversary, Water Grill, located in Downtown Los Angeles’ theatre district, has said goodbye to a dear member of its team and in return has received a newly appointed executive chef.
The highly-acclaimed David LeFevre, who acted as the Michelin-rated establishment’s executive chef for the past six years, has passed the baton onto his former co-worker/right hand woman, Sous Chef Amanda Baumgarten, who you might remember from Bravo TV’s “Top Chef Season 7.” LeFevre, an alumnus of El Bulli and Charlie Trotter, is amicably departing so he can open a place of his own by spring of this year. “This is a bittersweet end,” David LeFevre said in an interview with Los Angeles Times.
San Diego, a Haute (and Easy) Weekend Getaway
Unlike the sometimes sleepy town of La Jolla, the city of San Diego is constantly evolving, developing new ways to pamper and please. So, whether it’s a trip to an interactive spa, a highly-acclaimed restaurant, or a tour of the harbor, the destination makes sure to conquer what guests came for; a swift, luxurious, stimulating break from reality.
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