Forget the Michelin Guide, James Beard awards are what really matter for American chefs. So even making the Florida semifinals are pretty big news. At the top of the heap and alone in his category of “Outstanding Chef” is Michael Schwartz for Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink. The “Best Chef” nominees are a little more numerous […]

This limited edition new perpetual calendar timepiece allows the date to be adjusted both forward and backward...

Vanessa Williams is ready to see her name in lights! The talented actress and singer has announced her plans to join the cast of Broadway’s After Midnight for a limited edition run. Directed and choreographed by Warren Carlyle, the fast-paced show features multiple musical numbers that highlight dance, jazz, tap and singing. The performers are […]

National Geographic's "Diggers" show followed up on the story and unearthed the Aspen time capsule on the grounds of the Aspen Music Festival. Among the hundreds of objects inside--Rubik's cube, Twinkies, a Pocket Simon and a Moody Blues eight-track--was the Steve Jobs mouse. Surprisingly, many of the items last through the three decades, and are now part of the Aspen Historical Society archives. The dig is documented on the show, which airs nationally Feb. 25 on the National Geographic channel.

Paul Hurley, creator of Dum Dum Doughnuts – which are freshly baked (not fried), handmade and contain only 6g of fat compared to the 17g found in their American counterparts – is hoping so. The health conscious artisan pastry chef, 32, spoke to Haute Living ahead of the launch of London’s first Dum Dum Donutterie […]

This week we've featured Suite 100's project director, Susan Manrao, and her insider's guide to Los Angeles.

The creme de la creme of restaurants are toasted at the James Beard Awards, and this year, Los Angeles boasts 23 semi-finalists. Three LA eateries are up for the Best New Restaurant award, including Ludo Lefebvre's Trois Mec, Connie & Ted's and chi Spacca.

Ed Ruscha is continuing to link the worlds of art and film with his latest work: the Pop artist has designed the poster for the 20th Los Angeles Film Festival, which will run from June 11-19.

Now Miami’s hip and healthy have two new spots to get their jugofresh fix. The popular designer raw, vegan juice spot is expanding its horizons  South of Fifth on Miami Beach and South Miami, opening in April and May, respectively.  The designer juice bar has won over Miami’s most finicky with their innovative, refreshing flavor […]

In today’s modern era where many people choose to read novels digitally, bookstores, especially small, independent ones, have began closing at a rapid pace. But James Patterson, the best-selling author who is widely known for the Alex Cross series, is on a mission to keep independent bookstores alive and thriving. Patterson plans to donate $1 […]

As every bottle is color coordinated based upon its different components, he was also hesitant to share the color of the new scent that will be available in the next year. If it is anything similar to his current line, I assure you, it will be incredible.

Simon Cowell fell in love again on Valentine's Day -- the day his son, Eric, was born. Lauren Silverman, the X-Factor judge's girlfriend, gave birth to the couple's first son on Feb. 14; she also has an 8-year-old son with her ex, Andrew Silverman.