Planning a party this holiday season? Don't spend the night mixing cocktails, hire one of these professionals to do the job for you.

In this recurring feature that spotlights where to be seen and what to do in a haute neighborhood or specific street, we take you to tony Pacific Heights. Known for its sprawling mansions along Billionaire's Row, Victorian homes, boldface name residents and breathtaking panoramic views, Pacific Heights epitomizes the beauty of San Francisco more than any other 'hood in the city. Bounded by Union Street to the north, Bush Street to the south, Presidio Avenue to the west and Van Ness Avenue to the east (by the Pacific Heights Residents Association definition), Pacific Heights is the perfect place to take a stroll, shop, dine, take a historical tour or get your workout on. Here's what you shouldn't miss:

The Del Mar Racetrack went back to its roots this year for its inaugural Bing Crosby Season presentation, an homage to the track's founder. The event, which brought some serious old Hollywood glamour to San Diego, was such a success that the track will reprise the festivities in 2015 for five weeks, from October 29 to November 29. Here's how to live like a high roller when betting on winners like California Chrome, who raced in this year's closing weekend race on November 29th. May the odds ever be in your favor.

Even if you've been to Dubai, you haven't traveled there like this. Emirates can now whisk you from San Francisco International to Dubai International Airport aboard the iconic Airbus A380, the largest and hautest passenger aircraft in the world. Haute Living was on the scene to check out this luxury hotel with wings when it arrived at SFO on Dec. 1.

Between chic events like the Napa Film Festival and Flavor! Napa, it's clear that Napa Valley has become a cultural destination that celebrates the best in food, wine, and film. While those affairs are phenomenal in their own rights, we couldn't help but want to get back to the basics, and enjoy Napa for what it's most famous for: wine, of course. So gather a small group of girlfriends like Drew Barrymore, Reese Witherspoon and Cameron Diaz did this spring and enjoy the ultimate girls weekend getaway in wine country.

The Water Club's culinary lifestyle consultant shares recipes from his latest cookbook, 'My Perfect Pantry.'

Whether your style is Downtown Abbey or graffiti-inspired; the de Young or Alcatraz Island, the San Francisco art scene has something for you this fall. Visitors and residents alike will delight in the works on display throughout these four exhibits you won't want to miss:

Our picks for the best fall fragrances are as diverse as the changing colors of leaves. From the hopeful scent of cherry blossom to the distinctly sultry aroma of tuberose, we're absolutely positive that you'll fall in love with these seven autumn-friendly fragrances. We sure did!

This holiday season, Samsung has elevated the shopping experience to a whole new level with its introduction of the Samsung Signature House—a modern, luxurious showcase featuring all of the brand's hottest new gizmos and gadgets, from high-definition televisions to WiFi-controlled washers and dryers.

If the recent rain made you start searching for a desert oasis to escape the next downpour, you weren't alone. Now is a terrific time to return to the legendary La Quinta Resort & Club. The sprawling property, located just outside of Palm Springs, recently unveiled a haute new look following a multi-million dollar facelift that would make any San Francisco socialite proud to sport.

Haute Living chats with interior designer Jarvis Wong about his up-and-coming company, Jarvisstudio, and projects he currently has in the works.

If you're planning to throw a haute Thanksgiving feast, you'll first want to read these five Thanksgiving table tips from Villeroy & Boch's entertaining expert Isabelle von Boch. She offers fabulous decorating suggestions on everything from the size of your candleholders to where you place the desserts to which goblets to use—special touches that will make your Thanksgiving spread truly memorable. Here's how you can give thanks in style:

Featuring interior designer and furniture maker Jaime Perczek, founder of Jaime Perczek Design.

We shine the spotlight on Cisco Pinedo, the founder of Cisco Home—a California-based furniture brand dedicated to promoting sustainable living.