On Thursday, May 9 at Top Of The Standard, industry tastemakers, foodies, celebrities and moguls celebrated the launch of the bold new Cognac, D’USSE.

I had a sushi lunch with my sister Lauren at this little place we like on 45th called Aburiya then it was off to see a matinee show on Broadway called ONCE. I definitely recommend it.

Maserati is currently working on a car to rival the Porsche 911, but consumers won't be able to make comparisons until 2014.

On Wednesday May 9, jewelry designer and color diamond specialist Kristin Hanson hosted a unique event at her Tribeca boutique and studio.

The Vintage 1945 Tourbillon is meticulously assembled with three gold bridges.

The Wally 50-Meter 'Better Place' wasn't complete until its 67.5-meter mast was installed, the largest ever built by United States facility Hall.

The SFJazz Freedom in the Groove Gala took place last week on the roof of Bimbo’s 365 Club. Approximately 400 guests gathered at the event, which raised $1.1. million for SFJazz’s education programs.

The Skull Bang was designed for the rock stars and rebels of the world.

Luxury retailer Barneys New York has been taken over by Perry Capital in an effort to reduce their borrowings by $540 million without resorting to a bankruptcy.

Unfortunately for Europeans wanting to buy the 100,000-euro, 420 horsepower sports coupe, the 500 pre-orders have been sold out.

Christie’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Auction that took place in New York City this week totaled $388.5 million in sales and included artwork by Mark Rothko, Jackson Pollock, Yves Klein, Willem de Kooning and more.

The Peninsula Boutique, located in Terminal 1 of the Hong Kong International Airport, offers travelers edible treats including boxed chocolates and truffles.

“Double Vision: Contemporary Art From Japan” is the largest collection of contemporary Japanese art ever to be display in Russia. Currently on display at two different Moscow venues, the exhibit includes more than two dozen Japanese artists.

Famous singer/songwriter Billy Joel is selling his Mediterranean-style Miami Beach property, with an asking price of $14.7 million.

On Wednesday May 9, Tribeca's Brandy Library hosted a private tasting of Ron Abuelo rums.

The luxurious Versace Home Collection was inspired by the haute combination of neoclassic baroque and ultra-modern accents. With the Italian brand’s famous style running through the entire collection, the collection features vibrant colors, precisou materials and bold ideas.

Kobe Bryant has been known for being one of the best basketball players in the entire NBA and that title still stands, even after suffering a concussion and broke nose. Since February’s NBA All-Star game where Dwayne Wade horribly fouled Bryant, causing the Lakers star player to wear a mask during each game after.

Scarpetta Beverly Hills, inside the luxurious Montage Beverly Hills is hosting an interactive brunch on Mother’s Day. Treat your mother to timeless elegance, beauty, and refinement within the heart of the Golden Triangle.