It’s hard to believe that it’s been fifty years since the very first Bond film, but it’s even more exciting news to hear that the brand that made all of the classy suits for Sean Connery throughout the 007 series has done it again. The suit maker Brioni has relaunched, with the help of Tanza Partners, hired adviser who are raising cash for the initial funding. The tailoring brand plans are to raise money through the Government’s new Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme with the initial £150,000 possibly raised by Tanza.

The most affectionate aficionado’s of wine in Los Angeles will come together for the Bogart Pediatric Cancer Research Program’s tenth and final annual dinner on Thursday, May 10. Along with world-class wine tasting, the event will recognize Ann Colgin of Colgin Cellars for her support of cancer research at Children’s Hospital LA.

On Monday May 7, Sean Largotta and owners hosted the Met Ball after party at Crown.

On May 5th, designer Stella McCartney has kicked off her charitable work by donating a signed sketch to an art auction, but not just for any charity. According to femalefirst.co.uk, this fundraising event will display several works of art from phenomenal painters, Damien Hirst, David Hockney, Gavin Turk, along with 22 other artists.

VW plans on releasing the Porsche 960, a four-door coupe combination of the Porsche 911 and 918, by 2015.

Nowadays it seems like French billionaires have the worse luck. First, super model Linda Evangelista tries to crumble PPR chief Francois-Henri Pinault in a brutal fight over child support that may cost the billionaire $46,000 per month. Now, Marc Jacobs compares LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault to a pig farmer.

Otis College of Art and Design celebrated 30 years of fashion at its annual scholarship benefit and fashion show gala on Saturday, May 5 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.

The fifth annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz Dealer Championships benefiting The Lopez Foundation took place on May 7 at the Lakeside Country Club in Burbank, California.

Ladies, looking for some girl-time this weekend with Mom, sis, or girlfriends? This Saturday, May 12, Samitra Salon will host an all-day event for ladies to revamp, renew, and get glam! Whether you need an overall makeover, a springtime revamp, or just want to enjoy some champagne with the ladies, this is the perfect opportunity for an all-in-one session.

On May 19, the “Wickedly Magical Evening in Oz” will take place at the Sacramento Convention Center to benefit California Musical Theatre, which provides theatre education programs for the Sacramento community and brings high quality theatrical performances to the city.

On May 31, a new Sunset Strip Farmers’ Market will debut. Featuring a lineup of 40 vendors, including 25 farmers, the market will be open to the public from 5-9 p.m. with a special hour (4-5 p.m.) reserved for local chefs to do their shopping.

Known for her sultry voice and wild lifestyle, the late Amy Winehouse continues to make headlines following her untimely death nearly a year ago. The English singer and songwriter’s personal paintings, done in collaboration with ex-husband Pete Doherty, will be showcased during an auction on Friday at the Cob Gallery.

Roti Chai offers an authentic Indian experience worth braving the Oxford Street crowds for, writes Kaye Holland

On May 6 and 7, St. Helena Hospital hosted the Volley in the Valley Tennis Tournament at Meadowood Napa Valley.

Some of your favorite celebrities have been tweeting up a storm and it's all for a good cause!

Leave it to Public School 612 to make Cinco de Mayo a lesson in culture and style.

In the heart of Del Mar Village, the L’Auberge Del Mar offers guests easy access to the beach, shopping, and dining without sacrificing the luxury expected from a resort.

Olympic champion Apolo Ohno was spotted on Sunday at Encore Beach Club at Encore Las Vegas.