The exhibition "Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer’s Life 1990–2005" at the Museum of Private Collections of the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts ends January 15th.

Following Midtown’s successful Ayza Wine and Chocolate bar, "an oasis for dessert, chocolate, and exquisitely paired wines", comes a new West Village location of the same chocolate great.

Multi-award winning Japanese luxury restaurant Okku has launched a new à la carte menu featuring over 40 new innovative contemporary dishes. Renowned for its signature dishes of Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice, Wagyu Foie Gras Kushiyaki and 'O' Style Yellow Tail Carpaccio, the Okku team has been busy devising new specialities incorporating a range of new ingredients and flavors. My guest and I sat down amidst the subdued and swanky atmosphere that is Okku and experienced the restaurant's new culinary journey.

On December 28th, Anna Nettebko along with her husband Ervin Shrott are putting on a Christmas Gala concert at Svetlanovsky Hall.

Stumped on what your New Year's resolution should be this year? Instead of vowing to loose weight, save money or run a marathon…how about making a resolution to broaden your cocktail portfolio? Put an end to mixing up the same old cocktails at your next party in 2012 and try one of these delicious bevies instead.

Katherine Jackson, matriarch of the Jackson family and mother of the late Michael Jackson, checked out the 7:30 p.m. show of "Legends in Concert" at Harrah's Las Vegas on Friday, Dec. 23.

Award-winning Japanese restaurant Zuma in Dubai has been placed in the 2011 World’s 50 Best Bars list. Published in partnership with sponsor Stolichnaya and compiled via polls coordinated by World’s 50 Best Bars editor Lucy Britner and US drinks writer Camper English, the list profiled around 100 bar professionals including the Playboy Club’s Salvatore Calabrese, King Cocktail Dale DeGroff, Esquire US’s David Wondrich and diamond ice-carver Hidetsugu Ueno making it the first time that top names in the industry voted for their favorite bars.

Zynga is a proud member of the 2012 IPO class (NASDAQ:ZNGA) and though the stock has had a tumultuous first week, analyst agree that is simply the beginning.

As we recently reported, Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club will unveil its new restaurant, $10 million renovations and technological upgrades on Jan. 18. Some of the renovations, implemented by designer Jeffrey Beers, include a new amber lit bar top, an illuminated bottle display tower, leather wall installations, huge LED TV's, new VIP lounges, oak wood floors and a new Broadway Grand Entrance.

Eater NY tells us Torrisi Italian Specialties, the Nolita Italian hub from Mario Carbone and Rich Torrisi, is now accepting online reservations for their "classic" $60 four-course prix fixe. You can also make reservations for their new $125 New York City History based menu by calling the restaurant directly.

New Years Eve is only 5 days away and it's not too late to decide where to ring in the special evening. Whether you’re looking to party it up with a fun group of friends, spend it with family, or enjoy a special romantic evening someone special, Haute Living brings luxurious New Years plans to your fingertips. The Bay Area is bustling with hot events sure to please; from San Francisco to the South Bay to the Napa Valley, enjoy New Years Eve in style!

What beats an amazing night with friends and family? A sparkling fashion sense that will make you stand out from the crowd. Start the year off right in a celeb-worthy look straight off the red carpet. Get inspired with tips from Fashion Designer and Expert Claudia Patel and channel your inner starlet

The Wender Weis Foundation For Children (WWFC) kicked off another holiday season with Holiday Heartwarmers, an intimate holiday party, on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at The Penthouse Suite at The Fairmont San Francisco.

The Miami Science Museum has announced that their groundbreaking for the new $275 million museum waterfront project will be taking place on Friday, February 24th 2012, as part of a weeklong celebration of festivities beginning with their annual Galaxy Gala and Big Bang events on Saturday, February 18, 2012.

Just in time for the holidays, the uber-popular — and local line — Fighting Eel opened its second boutique, this time in Kailua. And already it's a hit with fashionistas on the windward side of Oahu.

It may not sound possible. But starting in 2012, the award-winning Spa Halekulani will introduce eco-friendly waterless pedicures and manicures, making it the first in the state to offer this innovative (and green) service.

Andy Hilfiger brother to Tommy and creative director of the Steven Tyler–inspired brand Andrew Charles, opened up a pop-up shop called Riff at the former CBGB gallery at 313 Bowery.

If you have driven past the Ganzavort recently you may have noticed something missing—Philippe. But no need to worry, Philippe hasn’t left Miami. In fact, I think they made an upgrade to the South of Fifth neighborhood—specifically the old Tavrena Opa location. This means you don’t have to park your car valet anymore—unless you want to of course. Now most people may not associate healthy or healthier with Chinese but I am very pleased to report that you can get both at Philippe—yes, even healthy!