On Wednesday, April 20, for the first time in nearly 30 years, Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco hosted a glamorous evening that brought together the best of high fashion and the passion of music with “An Evening with Carolina Herrera” – a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the San Francisco Symphony featuring an exclusive runway show by internationally acclaimed fashion designer Carolina Herrera.

Our Haute 100 list details the accomplishments of the most influential people in each of our markets—Miami,New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. These people continue to make moves, so rather than waiting for the next Haute 100 issue to come out, we thought we’d provide you with regular updates on those Haute 100 members who are making headlines.

Whether or not you believe the speculation that the Thrashers could possibly be leaving our warm weather and southern charm for the harsh winters in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the fact remains that Atlanta’s NHL team is up for sale.

Each year, the esteemed Jaeger-Le Coultre Glory to the Filmmaker Award is dedicated to an artist who has left an indelible mark on contemporary cinema. The coveted award is a prize of the Venice International Film Festival that has been created in collaboration with Jaeger-Le Coultre, the premier luxury watch and clock manufacturer based in Switzerland. In previous years, some of the greatest figures in film have received the prestigious award, such as Tekeshi Kitano, Abbas Kiarostami, Agnès Varda, Sylvester Stallone, and Mani Ratnam. This year’s honoree, however, is the legendary Al Pacino.

I've always had a fascination with jewelry in the shape of serpents. I came across this C.Greene double snake coil ring ($5,000) and instantly fell in love. The ring is not only a statement maker, but it's a show stopper. It looks as though the reptile is slithering up one's finger, although clearly that's not a reality, as diamonds are inset from head to tail.

Alright, we’ll tell you about this jewel of a restaurant on the condition that you don’t tell anyone. If it becomes too popular, we’ll never get resos on a Saturday night! Lido di Manhattan is an Italian-Californian restaurant, across from Bristol Farms on Rosecrans in the beach city. The food was always good, but it took a make-over from kitchen Nightmare Chef Gordon Ramsay to give it focus and ramp up the food.

Dinner amongst Diamonds was perhaps the best way to describe the evening’s event, where guests arrived at NYC’s famed Cartier Mansion in their finest attire and mingled, cocktail in hand, amongst some of the most beautiful jewels know to mankind.

Alfa Romeo, the esteemed Italian auto brand that has been involved in car racing since 1911, and German specialty tuning company NOVITEC present the famous marque’s most powerful and fastest street legal model – the Alfa Romeo 8C Spider with NOVITEC’s supercharger conversion. The Spider line of Alfas has been heralded by car enthusiasts from past and present as being some of the most beautiful cars ever made, from those from back in the 1950s to the legendary Duetto, made famous with Dustin Hoffman behind the wheel in The Graduate.

Mamashisha, a popular free online guide about everything having to do with culture, lifestyle and entertainment in Dubai just held their first evening of Culture and Conversation at DIFC's Empty Quarter Gallery for the gallery's opening night of Euphoria and Beyond, a photographic exhibition by acclaimed Palestinian artist Steve Sabella.

Captivating Ocean Reef Views! Enjoy the tropical breezes and brilliant sunshine from one of the most breathtaking views at Ocean Reef! Penthouse corner unit offering ocean views from every room in this two bedroom, two bath unit. New roof, impact glass windows, elevator, outdoor balcony and large golf cart garage is an added bonus with plenty of storage.

The New York Pops celebrated their 28th birthday on Monday, May 2 at New York’s famed Carnegie Hall with an elegant gala event called “Celebrate Hope.” The black-tie affair also celebrated the legacy of late actor and comedian Bob Hope, from his days in vaudeville, Broadway, radio, film, and television. The grand event kicked off with a concert featuring a special lineup, including Christine Ebersole, Maurice Hines, Michael Feinstein, Kelli O’Hara, Brooke Shields, Cartier Williams and special guest Angela Lansbury, under the direction of renowned music director Steven Reineke.

Steve Dumain alongside Be Inthavong launched Be&D in New York in 2004. The collection consists of Shoes, Handbags and accessories, and it’s known for its blend of old-world craftsmanship and modern creative vision. This hands-on tradition has defined BE&D as a flourishing brand with a distinct sense of self. Dumain is also the Creative Director of the brand; his passion for travel and appreciation for fine craft and sculpture has allowed him to create accessories that are true works of art. Sensual leather and skins and noticeable hardware are always found on the brand’s new and classic designs, and this seamless aesthetic continues with each collection. Their main focus at Be&D is on the ‘forward’ in fashion, but at the same time always staying true to classic artistry. They believe an artist’s hands can create infinite possibilities, Be&D continues to grow as an innovative brand that leaves you wanting more.

It’s Cinco de Mayo, mis amigos! Regardless of your heritage, this vibrant holiday is everyone’s chance to celebrate the Mexican army’s victory over the French in 1862 by kicking back with some cerveza or tasty margaritas and chowing down on some savory Mexican fare… because what goes better with tequila than a tasty taco stuffed with all your favorite trimmings? We’ve compiled our list of Miami’s best tacos, so grab some friends, your sombrero, your appetite, and let the fiesta begin!

The first major event to be hosted at the newly re-opened (and better than ever!) Four Seasons Resort Hualalai takes place this Friday night (May 6). Closed for 6 weeks of repairs and renovations following the March 11 tsunami, Four Seasons Hualalai opened it's doors again Saturday, April 30 to an appreciative crowd of devotees.

The newly renovated Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club in Redondo Beach, CA offers quaint accommodations with spectacular views. The peaceful setting caters to couples on a romantic getaway, special events, and even families looking for a quiet vacation at the beach.

Without a doubt, the biggest event on the global motor sport calendar happens at the end of May, when the otherwise laid-back city of Monaco transforms itself into a Formula One race track allowing cars to burn around every port and casino at speeds of 140kms an hour. The circuit runs through Monaco’s narrow and picturesque winding streets, which are shared with around 3,000 spectators, creating an atmosphere like no other Grand Prix fixture.