On the West Coast, guests gathered at dusk atop the enchanting Petit Ermitage Hotel for a whimsical and colorful Royal Affair hosted by Tamsin Lonsdale, Tad Safran & Darius Campbell. With Royal Sapphire’s in hand, a gathering of classic beauties and stately gentlemen dressed as their favorite international royals, to toast the future King and Queen of England. Guests feasted on classic British fare with a gourmet twist, such as bangers & mash, fish & chips and a deliciously indulgent bread pudding to a backdrop of Fred Astaire’s classic 1951 musical ‘Royal Wedding.’
Whilst on the East Coast, partygoers flocked to upscale English inspired gastro-pub and Hell’s kitchen’s newest hotspot, Albert Hall Tavern, dressed as their favorite Royals, from any era and any country, to celebrate the impending Royal nuptials, with a stand up dinner party and entertainment provided by Hi Christina!
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Guests enjoyed a theatrical tasting experience with Remy Martin’s Louis XIII atop the Sunset Plaza Mansion in the Hollywood Hills. Champagne fueled conversation and savory bites began the evening for LA’s top tastemakers before a guided exploration of the prestigious spirit with a luxurious and exclusive Louis XIII cognac tasting.
Brilliant minds and elegant beauties gathered for a literary celebration of ‘Ode to Happiness’ the much anticipated and highly acclaimed collaboration between recognized actor, Keanu Reeves, and renowned texted based artist, Alexandra Grant, at LA’s newest classic cocktail destination, The Wellesbourne.
Tamsin Lonsdale, founder & creative director of Lonsdale Productions, alongside vice president of Aqua Capital Advisors, Anna Lewis, welcomed guests into the 19-Century English styled manor house where dashing bow tied bartenders poured minty Svedka Grasshoppers, sweet citrus Greyhounds, and crisp Hob Nob Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines before a serving of smoked salmon bilini’s, mini Yorkshire puddings and S’muffin desserts.
After which, an intimate reading of ‘Ode to Happiness’ by the stone fireplace had guests gazing at the majestic Alexandra Grant and grinning at the dark humor that flowed throughout the poetic pieces, before waiting in line to have their books signed with a personal note penned by Miss Grant.
A classic gentlemen-only sit down dinner took place in the sunny back garden of Duncan Quinn‘s West Hollywood menswear store. Dapper looking gentlemen, including Sean Lennon, in beautiful bespoke tailored suits, relished lobster brioche, prime short ribs and diver scallops prepared by our talented chef Ingo Jameson in addition to handcrafted Bombay Sapphire cocktails.
As the evening drew on, guests were treated to original Camacho cigars and a complimentary shave, whilst a fashionable group of ladies joined for dessert, indulging in delicious bite size pieces of cheesecake, marshmallow brownies, and Madeleine’s.
Lonsdale Productions founder and creative director, Tamsin Lonsdale and fellow Brit professional polo player, Ebe Sievwright hosted a lively polo match and lunch party at The California Polo Club. Dapper bartenders welcomed guests with Strawberry Bombay Sapphire Collin’s and Cucumber Elderflower Martini’s for an exciting and thrilling match between international Polo players. The lunch spread included a delightful mix of savory salads from Moroccan Chicken to Smoked Mozzarella Penne rounded off with Lavender Orange and Chocolate Hazelnut Bundt Cakes by talented Chef Tehra Thorp while tunes of DJ Tendaji Lathan kept party spirits moving. Post match, players met and mingled with guests, and were awarded Bombay Sapphire prizes by hostess, Tamsin Lonsdale.
1800 Coleccion celebrated Art Basel 2011 at The Architectural Digest Oasis at The Raleigh Hotel. Lounging in the elegant space designed by Marc Cunningham, 50 VIPs enjoyed a sumptuous brunch paired with delicious bespoke 1800 tequila cocktails set against an exhibition of Kai and Sunny‘s “Flower Series”. Artists Gary Baseman and Vivian Rosenthal, Founder of Tronic Studio; Augmented Reality Platform Goldrun; Kai and Sunny; and Product and Industrial designer Demian Repucci explored the broad theme of “The Intersection of Art and Design” in a lively panel discussion chaired by Bernstein and Andriulli‘s Louisa’s St. Pierre.
Guests received an exclusive tote bag designed by Marc Jacobs’s illustrator Nomoco, containing a limited edition card set, and Baseman’s latest designer vinyl toy Toby’s Secret Society, kindly donated by Kidrobot. Gary Baseman also customized 50 beautiful gold, black and red screen prints with his infamous characters, and chatted amiably with guests as he signed them, concluding the jovial event.
Gin enthusiasts and culinary power players were treated to an innovative mixology dinner party with Plymouth Gin at downtown LA’s Rivera. Renowned Chef John Sedler and award-winning mixologist, Julian Cox, explored the nouveau art of molecular gastronomy and guided members through a telescopic experience into the history of Plymouth with avant-garde dishes and cocktails for the evening.
A mystifying Gin and nitrogen-Lime Mousse welcomed curious guests to the Sangre Room, complete with a three course spread of Gin macerated gravlax, warm ruby borscht and moulard duck steaks. Satisfied palates departed with hints of coconut espuma and carrot air, and a deeper appreciation of Plymouth, The World’s Smoothest Gin.
Tamsin Lonsdale, with Herve and Alex Willems and Steven Oliver, celebrated West Hollywood’s most prestigious evening of timeless luxury and art for the 25th anniversary of the largest classic car showroom in Los Angeles, Heritage Classics Motorcar Company. A show stopping sidewalk fleet welcomed luxury connoisseurs to an intermix of automotive history and artistic innovation over handcrafted raspberry and cinnamon infused Chivas cocktails and crisp Solsticio wines whilst nibbling on a delightful crab salad verrine and roasted fig and orange mascarpone crostini by renowned Chef Tehra Thorp.
Fashionable socialites were the first to witness the exclusive unveiling of garage art works by Mio Dzacula, whose automotive inspired aluminart collection led to much garnered reward and recognition by attendee and auto collector Jay Leno. Also noteworthy was the special edition Gerge Giovanna timepiece collection, presented alongside a stunning pearl winged Mercedes SLS AMG.
A fully catered picnic party and movie screening awaited guests at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, a Hollywood tradition attended by celebrities, hipsters and those in the know. Attendees enjoyed VIP access, skipping the queue, to picnic in style at this LA institution, with live music, Leblon Cachaça cocktails, and much mingling as the sun went down. 1960s cult classic heist movie ‘Bullitt’ ensued, as guests got cozy under blankets beneath a star clad night.
Los Angeles’ best turned out in style for our “London Olympic Opening Ceremonies Celebration” sponsored by Beefeater 24 with guest of honor, Minnie Driver, at Randy Simon’s stunning Beverly Hills residence to celebrate all things British. Deejay Tendaji spun London classics from The Beatles, Paul McCartney, Adele, to The Rolling Stones, setting the tone for [...]
Lions and tigers and bears! Oh my! Guests enjoyed a private tour and feast at The Wildlife Waystation in Sylmar, getting up close and personal with the likes of Leopards, Bears, Tigers, Lions and an array of other exotic creatures, making for a truly special and magical night.
After meeting the inhabitants, guests found themselves back at base camp surrounded by waterfalls, alligators, Chivas specialty cocktails and mouth-watering canapés. Dinner was served under a star clad sky against the sounds of the animals roaring and cooing in the distance. The feast included beef tenderloin, grilled halibut, garlic shrimp, and fired choked vegetables… all fit for a king, of the jungle.