Yesterday evening, while Raul De Molina was hosting his unofficial kickoff party for Art Basel, Veuve Clicquot Champagne was hosting their own unofficial kickoff party for Design Miami, a different, but no less important, art exhibition that take place in conjunction with Art Basel. Craig Robins, principal of Design Miami, and Vanessa Kay, vice president of Veuve Clicquot, hosted this event, a hopping “Beach BBQ” at the Tiki Bar at Soho Beach House. The members-only Soho Beach House opened up its doors to non-members for the exclusive event, which seemed to endlessly refill Champagne glasses as it continued on long after the event’s called-for 11 p.m. end time.

It was confirmed today that the flamboyant fashion designer Roberto Cavalli will buy restaurant Prague — one of the oldest restaurants in Moscow. At the moment it is owned by millionaire Telman Ismailov. After the deal is sealed, the famous restaurant will be renamed to Just Cavalli, reported by Voice of Russia.

Exciting holiday news from my favorite cologne artisans Atelier. The cologne line that takes you on a sensory journey has three new products for the holidays — petite cologne, candles and soaps. You can mix and match them to create your own personalized gift and encase it in a beautiful intense Venice blue box with aubergine leather ribbon. Magnifique.

In true holiday spirit, December will be a merry month of giving at the Playboy mansion. On Dec. 8 Christies will hold an auction titled “The year of the Rabbit” where 125 exclusive works of art from the Playboy mansion will be auctioned off. Included in the selection is a Dali watercolor of a reclining nude titled “playmate” that hung in Hugh Hefner’s bedroom.

The BizWorld Foundation, a supporter of business education in the classroom, will honor Ron Conway for his innovative entrepreneurial endeavors at their seventh annual luncheon. "Ron Conway is an amazing visionary and we are honored to have him speak on behalf of The BizWorld Foundation," said Harry Gould Chairman of BizWorld.

Last night, famed television personality and Art Basel host committee member Raúl de Molina held his seventh annual Art Basel kickoff party at his home in the Grand Bay Towers and Residences on Key Biscayne.

Anicia Bragg has worked as an image consultant and as the vice president of a high-profile real estate development company, as well as coordinated celebrity galas, VIP parties, weddings and award ceremonies. Her design and styling firm is ABRAGG Design in Phoenix, and she is also the editor for "Indulge with AniciaB," a design philosophy blog.

Designed to reflect Colorado’s western spirit and capture the outdoor essence of Caribou Springs Ranch, this extraordinary two-story residence with detached guest home is a true sanctuary where upscale living unites with Caribou Springs Ranch’s unrivalled and exclusive setting.

Franklin Square was, in recent memory, also known as Philadelphia forgotten square. One of the five original in the city designed by William Penn, it was simply a fading patch of green by the Vine Street Expressway and Ben Franklin Bridge. But thank goodness someone realized the potential, and Franklin Square is now perhaps one of the most popular, drawing families to its Philly-themed carousel, miniature golf course and interactive storytelling by the actors of Historic Philadelphia.

Art Dubai, the region's largest and most established contemporary art fair has announced its fifth edition and the participation of more than 75 renowned international art galleries. To be held from March 16th to 19th, Art Dubai 2011 will showcase works from over 30 countries in the Middle East, Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Beautiful Aussie actor Ryan Kwanten (Jason Stackhouse) celebrated his 34th birthday halfway around the world this weekend in Chicago hotspot the Underground. Sponsored by Grey Goose and Vitamin Water, the celeb spot was transformed into our very own Fangtasia for the night. Far from his native land of Sydney, he was surrounded by local scenesters Kelli Zink (CelebTV), Ryan Polli (Executive Chef of the Perennial), RJ Melman (Co-owner HUB51) and Jason Erkes (President, Chicago Sport and Social).

Los Angeles is famous for its art walks. Downtown, Culver City, and Venice all have dates when the galleries and shops that line a particular stretch of town open their doors well past dark and patrons are invited to trawl the many visual stylings within. But, why should art have all the fun? What about design?

Maybe you love The Jetsons. Maybe you love the color white and have really well-behaved kids. Maybe you're the kind of person who's always longed to say, without a trace of irony, "Perhaps we should have our drinks in the grotto?" Maybe you've always wanted your own private bowling alley. Maybe you've always wanted to live in Bell Canyon. If any of the above describes you to a T, you might consider signing the deed on this über modern abode

Rock-a-holics in Los Angeles have been jonesing hardcore in anticipation of Rolling Stone Magazine's flagship restaurant and lounge, located in the heart of Hollywood at Hollywood & Highland. (For those of you who aren't familiar with the Aztec-themed retail/culinary bohemoth, the complex houses another awards show you may have heard of, the Oscars.)

The Dallas Film Society honored screen legend Robert Duvall at its inaugural fall fund-raising event, The Art of Film, sponsored by the Arthur E. Benjamin Foundation, on Nov. 19.



MTV reality stars Mark Long of “Road Rules: Season One” and Trishelle Cannatella of “Real World: Las Vegas” spent an eventful Thanksgiving weekend at McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon at the Rio for its second annual “The Goose is Loose” canned food drive benefiting Three Square Food Bank.

On my recent and first visit to La Fonda del Sol, I couldn’t find the restaurant initially because it’s not often I find myself on Vanderbilt Avenue. But I was so relieved to find it (it’s on the Western side of Grand Central Station), this oasis for Midtown during the lunch rush: the mid-century furniture, the orange/brown color patterns, the blonde furniture, the not-too-noisy dining room that sits a few steps up from the bar area.

When Tricon Marine premiered its first yacht, the Argos Gulfstream 92, in 2009, it garnered a good deal of publicity. The China-based boatbuilder, under Euro-American management, believed there was room in the marketplace for an intrepid expedition yacht that blended softer lines with the rugged looks that typically hallmark these launches. It also believed that yacht buyers should have a handful of sizes from which to choose under the 100-foot mark.