We might be in the middle of another SoCal heat wave, but there's no denying that the holidays are here. Halloween's in the rear view and before you can say "ho ho ho," you'll be gearing up for the winter holidays (just don't forget your shades). Just in time -- and for an extended stay -- the beloved Irvine Spectrum Ice Rink is back for some wintertime fun.

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. Check back daily for more info on the most powerful people in your city. The famed bachelor and actor take some time off his hectic schedule to promote awareness in Sudan, hopefully preventing it from becoming the next Darfur.

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. Willie Brown celebrates the opening of a Bayview community on Today's Haute 100.

Who doesn't love desserts? And if you're so inclined to bake (or you simply have a sweet tooth) then you'll want to tune into a new cooking show that recently launched (Oct. 24) on Food Network: Dessert First with Anne Thornton. Newcomer Anne Thornton (she’s worked as a pastry chef at Waverly Inn and Hotel Griffou) demystifies and simplifies the world of pastry and dessert by showing viewers the "ins and outs to no‐fear baking."

If you're looking forward to Scottsdale Fashion Week, odds are you already know the lineup for all three days by heart at this point. But in case securing tickets for the affair is still on your to-do list, we'd like to remind you just how haute Saturday evening's main stage will be.

One of the most eagerly anticipated shows of Dubai Fashion week was "I'm a Queen" by popular designer Furne One. The designer's brand "Amato", which means "loved" or "beloved" in Italian, features creations laden with gold and ivory color and greatly embellished with Swarovski crystals. His latest collection is inspired by Elizabethan era clothes and was revealed in a performance choreographed by the designer.

Opening tonight at the Farjam Collection in Dubai is an exhibition entitled Nujoom: Constellations of Arab Art. Featuring works by some of the foremost modern and contemporary artists such as Mahmoud Said, Nja Mahdaoui, Mona Hatoum and Youssef Nabil, the exhibit explores some of the most formative styles and techniques apparent in the history of Arab art over the last century.

Served hot or cold on small plates, these delicious Spanish delicacies allow you the possibility of enjoying a few bites from several dishes. So get a nice glass of wine or Sangria and enjoy your tapas at these top joints in Dubai.

From the time she was 8, Kimberlee Moore was intrigued with the culture and language of other countries. Being inspired by her travels, she earned a degree in International Business and pursued a career with a fashion flair. After several years of managing different businesses, she settled at John Allan's. At the forefront of the male grooming industry with their styling products and exclusive men's grooming clubs in New York and Chicago, Kimberlee serves as the General Manager of the Chicago location, where she continues John Alan’s mission of inspiring the style of Chicago men, while also enjoying a game of pool and cocktail in their penthouse lounge. In the evening, Kimberlee attends many charitable events, with which John Allan’s often partners, in the beautiful city of Chicago.

You might not recognize Anthony Bombaci if you see him around Dallas. That’s because his notoriety comes from being behind-the-scenes as the Executive Chef at the premiere restaurant Nana inside the Hilton-Anatole hotel. Raised in Winsoncin, Bombaci studied at the Culinary Insiture of America in Hyde Park, New York before his stints in Memphis, San Francisco and Barcelona, Spain, a string of chef opportunities that led him to become fluent in a myriad of cuisines.

When it was announced that Miami Beach's The Forge Restaurant | Wine Bar would be setting up shop in James Beard’s kitchen for their "Fall in the North and South" dinner, major buzz ensued. What followed was an evening attended by a glowing group of celebrities and VIP’s who anticipated that anything orchestrated by Forge proprietor, Shareef Malnik and Exectuvie Chef Dewey Lo Sasso would be a gathering not to be missed.

I love hotels. For some strange reason, settling into foreign digs gives me a charge, not to mention satisfies my wanderlust. Oh, and there’s always room service too. However, there are those who would rather eat glass than post up in some luxury lodge.

If Puerto Rico is on your winter itinerary, check out the newly opened Palmas Del Mar Yacht Club along the island’s southeast coast. It’s the latest high-end marina to come under the management of Island Global Yachting (IGY).

Celebrities and socialites in New York City celebrated not one, not two, but three back-to-back-to-back nights of Halloween.

Las Vegas-based HIV/AIDS charity Golden Rainbow hosted the 44th annual Beaux Arts Ball, a Halloween celebration with custom production numbers, costume contests and a thrilling party atmosphere at Studio 54 at the MGM Grand on Sunday, Oct. 31. The fund-raising event served as the grand finale to Studio 54’s legendary “Nightmare on 54th Street” and was hosted by Zumanity’s Mistress of Sensuality Edie and local TV anchor Chris Saldana.

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