In 2005, the cigar industry’s annual convention and trade show took place in New Orleans, LA. Little did we know that within a couple weeks, Hurricane Katrina would destroy the very streets we were walking on. In fact, the convention center that hosted us served as a relief center. At that show, Ashton premiered a new concept for themselves as well as the industry as a whole; their Ashton Estate Sun Grown (ESG) celebrating their 20th year in business.

A mod atmosphere sets the mood at this subterranean brasserie where Chef Julian Alonzo has created “nouvelle” French cuisine, translated through his unique vision. Descend down the dramatic sweeping staircase and be transported to a sleek bar and dining room, featuring original Matisse paintings, and dine on French and international flavors made with local ingredients: […]

Located on picturesque Venetian Island, this two-story, impeccably done, contemporary masterpiece offers breathtaking, wide open, unobstructed bay views.

This morning's news cast promised me a weekend of warm temps without the usual side of stifling humidity. How to celebrate? Get outside, of course. There's a Phillies game to be seen and, prior to that, some serious eating to do. This weekend, head to South Philly's Sports Complex for the ninth annual Starr-Maddox BBQ Challenge.

We may not be red-carpet ready, but Atlanta sure doesn’t lack when it comes to the hip-hop scene. Here are just a few places to go in Atlanta for some great celeb spotting.

Many people come to Hawaii for rest and relaxation and the celebrities are no different. Unlike many other cities, stars come to Hawaii not to be seen! They want to be paparazzi free, casual and let loose without a million prying eyes.

On a warm Los Angeles day, there is nothing better than enjoying a nice lunch outdoors. Though many restaurants offer outdoor dining, many restaurants have become famous for their patios and how important it is to be seen dining outdoors. From smaller cafes to trendy lunch spots, these four restaurants offer some of the best outdoor seating during the lunchtime rush.

As Lollapalooza takes over Grant Park, August brings good tunes and better company. And the beats don’t stop when the show ends, there are concerts and appearances all night long for three straight days. So get your party pants on and chug a five hour energy because you don’t want to miss any of the action. It’s going down, rockstars.

It’s a well-held belief that if you visit London for a day there’s a good chance you’ll spot a celeb, but live here for a year and you’ll not bump into one. Should however, your desire to rub shoulders with some of the worlds rich and famous get the better of you, Marie Teather has tracked down five of London’s best celebrity hangouts.

This is Hollywood. When it comes to celebrites, the fact is, they’re simply part of the fabric of our city. I remember my very first day living here, stopping at a traffic light and looking over to see Fabio in the convertible next to me (true!)—and just a few weeks ago, dining at Delphine and seeing Nicholas Cage in the next booth. But the fact is, celebs can be very much like you or me. Though it often surprises people—I’m not sure why—they do all kinds of everyday things, and you’re just as likely to run into Zoe Deschanel at Amoeba Records as you would Marla Sokoloff at Kate Somerville’s day spa. Even the Encino post office has a huge wall of personally inscribed headshots. Then there’s the Coffee Bean. They are always at the Coffee Bean (the one at Sunset and Fairfax). Bottom line, some celebs are obsessed with the latest hot spot, others creatures of habit. Name a Haute 5? Here you go:

If you're at the right place, it's hard not to spot a celeb or two out in Miami. Between its beautiful beaches, fine dining and exciting nightlife, the Magic City attracts the world's hautest. Here are the top spots in south Florida that we find celebs.

Renowned Chef Charlie Palmer is one of the pioneers of progressive American cuisine, an evolving style of cooking built on classical French technique with regional American ingredients. His restaurants, 13 of them at the present time, are known to incorporate his style and still remain unique. Palmer is a James Beard Foundation honoree and the author of numerous cookbooks.

Imagine everything you could possibly want along a four-mile strip. That’s why celebrities head to Las Vegas. They can stay in the most lavish suites while playing at the swankiest nightclubs with VIP service, dining at the hippest restaurants and lounging by the most luxurious pools, and all of this is within 10 minutes of their suites. Sure, the celebs get everything comped, their photos in the gossip columns and have the times of their lives with their fans, but you can find them and have similar experiences … if you know where to go. Here’s a look at the Haute 5 places to spot celebrities in Las Vegas. Happy hunting.

San Francisco may not be a celebrity ridden town like Los Angeles or Las Vegas, but when the celebs come to play in our town, they do it big. Check out these venues below and you never know who may be sitting next to you.

Hollywood A-listers come to the Valley to take a break from their lives in Los Angeles, and celebrity athletes make the trip here to both play and work, thanks to the area's professional teams, numerous golf courses and exquisite resorts and spas. Here are the Haute 5 places you should hang if you want to rub elbows with the famous.

Spotted! Johnny Depp at Honolulu's upscale nightclub, Pearl Ultra Lounge. Last Saturday, July 31, the sexy star of the blockbuster franchise “Pirates of Caribbean” made an appearance at this haute Hawaii venue. Depp along with “Pirates” producer Jerry Bruckheimer, director Rob Marshall, and co-star Geoffrey Rush have all spent some time at this sexy spot. Talk about a prime location and serious star fan base.