Innovate Beverly Hills is the Chamber of Commerce’s largest annual event. This year, broadcast journalist Erica Mandy hosted, moderating panels attended by leaders in the restaurant, medical, and entertainment industries. The first panel, The Future of Food, featured Chef José Andrés (owner of ThinkFoodGroup), Chef Curtis Stone (Maude Restaurant), and Chef Sally Camacho Mueller (Tesse Restaurant) discussing how to continue inventing with food
Somni is a new immersive culinary experience slated to open inside The Bazaar by José Andrés in March 2018. Somni is a multi-sensory culinary experience centered around a bespoke exhibition kitchen. A playful and boundary-pushing take on fine dining, the 10-seat Chef’s Counter marks the latest addition to the epicurean program at SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills. Somni is a multi-sensory experience
Where are you from originally? Wellsboro, Pennsylvania I came to LA 32 years ago. When did you start working at the Chamber? While I was in the restaurant world, I was involved with the Chamber for 12 years on their Board and served as President of the Board 8 years ago and Chief Financial Officer for 2 years. I took over as CEO almost 3 years
Luxurious. Dazzling. Glamorous. Rodeo Drive was celebrated for its more than 50 years of luxury on February 25 in what was an unforgettable, block party extravaganza! The Runway to Rodeo celebration kicked off at 4pm. Beverly Hills Mayor Lili Bosse, along with hosts Rob Zangardi and Lilian Babaian, welcomed an incredible crowd to what would soon become an iconic event in the history of Beverly
A Harmony of Design, Style and Unique Amenities Await Guests at the New Boutique Hotel La Peer Hotel has officially opened its doors, ushering in a new era of luxury for West Hollywood’s bustling Design District. The boutique Kimpton hotel is an intimate oasis perfectly positioned between the famed streets of Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue. Reflecting the surrounding neighborhood’s emphasis on design, art,
Market lights strung overhead shone bright as Chinese performers danced, couture costumed dogs paraded, and guests mingled as the Lunar New Year was brought in. With Rolls-Royce luxury vehicles on display, a touch of luxury hung amidst the air. Held at O’Gara Coach Beverly Hills on February 2, 2018, the invitation only event, Lunar New Year welcomed over 400 guests. Produced by the Beverly
The Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce advocates on behalf of local business community through the Government Affairs Committee (GAC). This group is exclusive to Chamber members and meets to address important issues such as: urban planning, transportation, real estate development, construction, taxation, and regional legislation that impact the business community. This month’s meeting addressed the often-misunderstood issue of “Net Neutrality.” The GAC heard perspectives
Did you know that over 80% of Beverly Hills businesses are small businesses? Small Business Saturday is a national campaign created by American Express in 2010. There is Cyber Monday and Black Friday – Small Business Saturday is a way to show support for our local small businesses during the holiday season. Why shop small? According to Civic Economics, “on average, 48% of each purchase at local
BOLD – Beverly Hills Open Later Days Summer 2017 As the beautiful Beverly Hills summer is coming to an end we want to recap on the success of the BOLD Summer Campaign – Beverly Hills Open Later Days. Thank you to all of the businesses who supported this program by keeping your doors open late and supporting the BOLD Summer Campaign, and thank you
