A conglomerate of athletes and rappers can only mean one thing–NBA All Star Weekend! It hit Hollywood like a Mack truck; and I had the pleasure of standing in the press line of The Glam Glow Sports Lifestyle Event at Bliss Spa at the W Hollywood.

On Thursday, Feb. 17, the 2011 Yacht & Brokerage Show began with a special VIP opening reception hosted by the Miami-based global enterprise Giroski and the luxury yacht company, Lazzara. The event, which was put together by Pure Scandi, was held at sea on board one of Lazzara’s boat show offerings. The team brought together like sponsors, Abita Beers, Evian water, Jim Beam Black Label, Quattro Restaurant and Swedish spirits company Cape North Vodka, as Scandinavian models walked around wearing designs by Claudia E.

On Tuesday, March 1, 2011, the beautiful and bright, Dr. Etti, will share her knowledge and wisdom so that you can experience and learn the benefits of organic juices that help to cleanse the body. Be the best you can be and feel great about you, because you are so loved. The key is to feel healthy. In the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, “The first wealth is health.” When you feel good, you look good. Learn about weight loss and know that if you struggle with weight, this is for you, you can do it – do what feels best for you…just one step at a time. Get fit! A fit body is a reflection of a strong mind and what a privilege it is to have Dr. Etti’s insights during this day special.

“I Left my heart in San Francisco’’ took on a whole new meaning this month when philanthropists, artists and those with hearts of gold, gathered for a compassionate cause at the 6th annual ‘Heroehttp://sf.hauteliving.com/index.php?page_id=5394&gallery_id=1023s and Hearts Luncheon’ on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in San Francisco's Union Square.

On one of Coral Gables' finest waterfront lots, experience this 4.6 acre private paradise in exclusive Gables Estates.

Rare 1925 vintage Spanish Colonial, perhaps the first one built on the Strip and the only one still standing, but newly renovated completely in 2007.

On May 5, 2011 Housing Works will present its seventh-annual Design on a Dime interior design shopping benefit at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City. This year, Design on a Dime’s founding chair, designer James Huniford, will be joined by an incredible group of co-chairs.

This Friday, Feb. 25, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. Ari Rifkin, Suzy Minkoff, and Gail Worth invite you to join them at the 9th Annual Jewels of Life Designer Showcase & Fashion Luncheon to benefit the American Lung Association in Florida. The fun and fabulous event will take place at The Breakers Circle Room in Palm Beach and features the Escada Spring 2011 Collection presented by Saks Fifth Avenue of Palm Beach. For more information and tickets call 561 659 7644 or go to www.jewelsoflife.org.

The Ahlan Hot 100 is the kind of list that nobody admits they would like to be on… but secretly would love to be. The roll call is the names that have had an impact on the Dubai scene in their chosen field, shaping the identity of a city that craves innovation and a sense of optimism.

SHOP. LOVE. SUPPORT: Bloomingdale’s is holding its semi-annual Fashionable Fundraiser Thursday, August 27 through Sunday, August 30. Friday thru sunday, you will have the chance to shop the latest looks from spring 2011 collection at Bloomingdale’s Beverly Center & Bloomingdale’s Century City while supporting a great cause.

RJ and Jerrod Melman are paving their own restaurant legacy in the Chi. The brothers are the sons of Richard Melman, Founder and Chairman of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a Chicago-based corporation that owns over 80 well-known restaurants nationwide. The young entrepreneurs are on their third project with Paris Club. After the wildly successful collaborations of HUB51/SUB51 and LGO in Santa Monica, both have made significant strides from their days of busing tables in dad’s restaurants.

It seems like in Hollywood, “it clubs” come and go like last season’s bad trends. But we’ve got the scoop on one soon-to-debut club that promises to remain on the L.A. Radar for quite some time; and it hasn't even officially opened yet. Enter Tru Hollywood, a tri-level nightclub that is expected to revive the sophistication and glamour of Old (and “true”) Hollywood.

Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara's premier oceanfront enclave, this stunning two-story Cape Cod blends traditional charm and modern amenities with style,taste and quiet luxury.

With existing stores in the United States doing so well in recent years, The Porsche Design Group, based in Bietigheim-Bissingen, has decided to open a store in San Francisco. Shoppers looking for sporty but luxurious items should look for Porsche Design to open its doors at 100 Grant Avenue on February 28!

Ideal opportunity to build your dream home in this sensational 5th floor, southeast exposure condo with beautiful views of Fisher Island and the ocea

What becomes when French distillery Pernod Ricard and legendary Chinese Emperor Shennong engage in mild coquetry? Absolut (Venti, Non-Fat, No Foam, No water, 6 Pump, Extra Hot, Chai) Wild Tea. Just Kidding.

As the auto show season hits full stride next week with the 81st annual Geneva Motor Show, BMW appears to be leading the early pack for the most intriguing concept car with its Vision ConnectedDrive roadster.

Breaking just about every record and making mega stars out of its already famous leads, Wicked sold out its run last time it was here at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts (then it was still the Performing Arts Center). Don't miss out this time -- or see it again -- from Mar. 9 - April 3, when it returns to the stage, bringing every unforgettable song and scene with it.