SIP IN THE NEW YEAR - TEQUILA FOR 2011!

CASA DRAGONES "SIPPING" TEQUILANew Year's Eve is one of those nights that leaves many searching for the "perfect" plan.  I think I can suggest the perfect drink!  A champagne toast is,  of course mandatory as the clock strikes 12.  A great alternative - or addition for those with a connoisseur taste level -the most exclusive tequila South of the Border in Mexico.   Casa Dragones is 100% Blue Agave Joven Tequila - hand-made in small batches in Tequila, Mexico.  This ultra smooth tequila was created with the goal of achieving such a flavor - it can only be called a sipping tequila.   Each limited edition bottle is signed and numbered by hand. 

I was lucky enough to sip this ultra smooth specialty a few weeks ago at the Salvatore Ferragamo opening party in Palm Beach Gardens!  The master of Italian craftsmanship unveiled the brands latest U.S. boutique in style, hosting a super chic group from Palm Beach. PALM BEACH GARDEN'S LATEST LUXURY ADDITION  I caught up with actress / model -Margaret Luce.  This beautiful jet-setter was head to toe Ferragamo.   Her suede trench coat had heads spinning!  So luxe!   Margaret is always in-the-know as she bounces back and forth between New York, Palm Beach, and all around Europe. MARGARET LUCE IN FERRAGAMO

Ferragamo's Fall collection is on fire and has been a core resource for every major fashion mag this season.   The boutique took the occasion to preview the Spring Runway Collection that hits stores just after the holiday season. 

Palm Beach Gardens has become the go-to spot for the young blood of Palm Beach.   While Worth Avenue still has its cache, PBG  or The Gardens as it is known is a cooler destination to shop for the latest from New York, Paris, & Milan.

Casa Dragones is available exclusively through the following retailers:

Crush Wine & Spirits, Astor Wines & Spirits ,  D&M Wines & Liquors,  Wally's Wine & Spirits

Sip Responsibly & have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

YOU "CAN" DO SOMETHING FOR A GOOD CAUSE

I was just at the South Coast Plaza shopping center in Costa Mesa, California and while I was there I saw the biggest stiletto of the season!    Ok, this one might be the biggest of any season!   SCP is  a destination for luxury shoppers from all over the world.  Their website is available in 6 languages, so you know this is no average mall!  The center has recently added a hospitality suite called "Access".   Available as a courtesy to the luxury boutique customers, Access gives shoppers a quiet place to sit and make a plan of action for the rest of the day.   The suite also has a "man cave" with a huge flat screen so husbands don't have to miss the game as their wives run their own scrimmage around Hermes and Ferragamo! 

The center was one of the latest locations to participate in CANstruction.   This charitable organization collects food for local food banks and emergency shelters in communities that host the design competition.   Cities from all over the world are now participating in the program which encourages people to bring canned food to the exhibit.  This was just one of 10 giant sculptures made from canned goods, spread out all over the gigantic shopping center.

Since it's inception in 1992, Canstruction has donated over 10 million pounds of food to those shelters!  Click above to visit the site and see how and where you can get involved!   A great way to make a trip to the mall a charitable act.. just don't try to write off those Ferragamo Stilettos with the tax man!