Event Planning + Services

Full Circle

Brentwood School alum Emily Rosen has transformed an unexpected talent—and a lifetime of resilience—into The Social Graze LA Article by Amanda Eberstein  Before the guests arrive, Emily Rosen stands in front of an empty table and imagines what it could become. Over the next two or three hours, she fills it from corner to corner—wedges of cheese, artfully folded charcuterie, colorful fruit, fresh herbs and flowers—until the table looks less like a buffet than a still life. Through The Social...

Life + Culture

My Town: Claire Khodara

Article and Photography by Claire Khodara has always understood the power of the right note at the right moment—and the way music can turn a gathering into a memory. A classically trained singer and former American Idol contestant, the Philadelphia native began her career performing as a soprano soloist at the Vatican. Today, she channels that same instinct through Starrock, the talent company she founded to create world-class entertainment experiences for private events, brands and cultural...

Beauty

Beautiful Bond

RoseRoom Salon founders Kate D’Andrea and Amber Munoz have spent more than two decades building their careers, clientele and Brentwood business side by side  Article by Amanda Eberstein  There are some partnerships that seem almost inevitable. For RoseRoom Salon founders Kate D’Andrea and Amber Munoz, what began more than two decades ago as a pair of young assistants working side by side in a Beverly Hills salon has evolved into a shared career, a thriving Brentwood business and a friendship...

Food + Beverage

Instant Classic

With elevated comfort food, a welcoming neighborhood spirit and a name rooted in the history of the Palisades, Alphabet Bar & Grill has quickly become a new community gathering place Article by Carole Dixon In a season centered around gratitude, gathering and the comfort of sharing a meal, the arrival of Alphabet Bar & Grill feels especially meaningful. Following the devastating fires of January 2025, Palisades Village reopened on August 15, 2026, marking an important milestone in the...

Arts + Culture

Champions for Change

Nearly one year after the passing of Michele and Rob Reiner, Children’s Institute will present longtime friend Jamie Lee Curtis with an award honoring their extraordinary legacy Article by Amanda Eberstein For more than three decades, Michele and Rob Reiner were woven into the fabric of Brentwood. They raised their family here, lived in the same neighborhood home since 1991 and became part of the quiet rhythm of a community where familiar faces are often encountered far beyond red carpets and...

Travel

The Last-Minute Holiday Hit List

Extraordinary seasonal escapes worth planning now—from the Arctic Circle and snow-covered Alps to the wilds of Patagonia and some of the world’s most exclusive islands Article by Hannah Smith The holidays have a way of arriving faster than expected. Suddenly, the season is approaching and the trip everyone intended to plan months ago remains little more than an idea. Yet a late start does not necessarily mean settling for less. With flexibility, thoughtful guidance and a willingness to...

Education

Starting the School Year Smoothly

Building Calmer Routines and Greater Independence at HomeEvery family knows that the busiest moments of the day—getting out the door in the morning, transitioning home after school, tackling homework, and getting ready for bed—can sometimes feel like a series of negotiations. For families of children who struggle with executive functioning, these everyday routines can be especially challenging.How can parents make these moments feel calmer while helping their children develop the skills to...

Life + Culture

My Town: Rick Lox

Article and Photography by For Adam Alper, every great meal is worth the hunt. Better known to his hundreds of thousands of followers by his social media moniker, Rick Lox, the popular food influencer has built a loyal audience through his honest, no-holds-barred restaurant reviews and relentless pursuit of the perfect "Lox Level, 10/10." Whether spotlighting iconic institutions or hidden gems, his mission is simple: help people discover restaurants truly worth their time. Although his search...

Food + Beverage

Moveable Feast

Toronto-born Terroni brings its spirited take on Southern Italian cooking, warm hospitality and family tradition to Brentwood Village Article by Carole Dixon If you notice a long line of cars down Barrington Place in the early evening, there’s a good chance it’s the bustling valet at Brentwood’s latest restaurant arrival: Terroni. For Angelenos, the name is familiar. Terroni has been a Los Angeles institution for nearly 20 years, known for its pitch-perfect pizza, impossibly light and crisp...

Health + Wellness

Taking the Plunge

As Los Angeles embraces a new era of at-home wellness, Redwood Outdoors brings the Nordic sauna tradition—and a beautiful new showroom—to Montana Avenue Article by Maile Pingel On the westside of Los Angeles, wellness has long been more than a trend—it’s a way of life. Cold plunges have joined Pilates and green juice in the daily vernacular, recovery has become as important as the workout itself and increasingly, rituals once reserved for spas and wellness retreats are making their way into...