In honor of Valentine’s Day we have some select songs from Tracy Newman and the Reinforcements we thought were fitting whether you are happy and in love, feeling ambivalent,  or heartbroken.

VALENTINE’S DAY! LOVE ROCKS!

Have a Valentine’s date tonight? Then love is grand. Whether you will be on your way to a 5 star dining experience, or are cooking for your loved one, music can add a romantic touch to any activity. Or simply try surprising your honey and email your Valentine the song below. If you do, you will be sure to get an “awwwww!!”

To Express Your True Love -  Listen here: “I Just See You”

OR, if this is more where you are at…

Booo. I HATE FEBRUARY 14TH! CUPID IS DEAD!

Valentine’s day kinda stinks if you aren’t in a relationship. Either you feel like a loser (even though you most certainly are not!), or you pretend like you don’t care. Here are some songs to sing your woes to.

For The Ultimate Sad Song Wallowing – Listen Here: “Alone” (Published by Paul McCartney’s company:    http://blog.mplcommunications.com/search.asp)

Eh. Valentine’s Day is just OK When You Know It Is Almost Over – Listen here: “Fire Up the Weed”

OK, so you like her too now and want to see Tracy Newman and the Reinforcements live? You are in luck – watch her this Saturday, February 18th in Altadena. Joining Tracy Newman and the Reinforcements are Shelby Tieg and Tara described as a modern Simon and Garfunkel, if they had sisters). It is a win-win. Tickets are $15 and can be reserved at 626.798.6236. Show will sell out so be sure to call.

Haven’t had enough? OK! Here are some fun facts: In the early 70s, Tracy Newman joined an improvisation class taught by Gary Austin, which soon became The Groundlings. Tracy Newman is a founding member, and besides being in the show, she began teaching and directing  there. Her sister, Larainew Newman was the first Groundling to be discovered there by Lorne Michaels for Saturday Night Live.

Others include Phil Hartmann, Jon Lovitz, Julia Sweeney,  Will Ferrell, Will Forte, Kristen Wigg, and Chris Kattan. And other notable Groundling alumni – Paul “Pee Wee Herman” Reubens, Kathy Griffin and Lisa Kudrow.

Voli Light Vodka’s natural ingredients achieve the perfect balance of natural fruit flavors and vodka distilled from superior French wheat and pure spring water. Voli’s fusion flavors are multiple fruit flavors masterfully blended together in perfect proportion to create tastes and aromas unlike any other.

Flavors Include:
•    Lyte, an impeccably smooth vodka with a  light finish
•    Voli Lemon, a strong zesty citrus flavor paired with a mellow verbena taste
•    Voli Espresso Vanilla, an awakening coffee aroma with vanilla and just a hint of sweet cocoa
•    Voli Raspberry Cocoa, a heavenly blend of raspberry and cocoa that’s just sweet enough
•    Voli Orange Vanilla, an orange and vanilla swirl that results in a delightful creamsicle flavor

Estimated retail price is $19.99 per bottle – Affordable and calorically conscious, what more could you ask for? In a world where things add up, it’s nice to subtract.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these delicious Voli Cocktails!

Red Lips:

1.5 oz Raspberry Cocoa
2 oz diet cranberry juice
4 raspberries
1/4 oz fresh lime juice
1/2 packet natural sweetener,
Splash of club soda
, Muddle raspberries, add ingredients, shake and strain
Top with a splash of club soda
Glass: Martini
 Garnish: lime and raspberry
Approx. 86 calories

Voli Crush

1.5  oz Orange Vanilla
1 oz fresh orange juice
Splash of diet sprite
Shake and strain Voli and orange juice
Top with a splash of diet sprite
Glass: Martini
Garnish: Orange twist
Approx  94 calories

Cocoa Kiss

1.5 oz Raspberry Cocoa or Espresso Vanilla
3/4 oz Irish cream liqueur
Serve over ice and stir
Glass: Rocks
Garnish: Fresh raspberries or espresso beans
Approx 110 calories

Guess Seductive Homme – The man who wears GUESS Seductive Homme captures your attention with his towering confidence and intriguing appeal. Notes of pepper, violet, and sensual sandalwood. Guess Seductive Homme is available at select Guess retail stores, perfumery chains, department stores, Guess.com and GuessParfums.com, $49

Reveal the Passion by Halle Berry - Just like Halle Berry, the woman who wears Reveal the Passion is endlessly elegant and always the most alluring person in the room.  She knows intuitively that true passion is intertwined with untamed desire. “I wanted to create a scent that helped empower women to reveal their passionate sides,” Berry says in a press statement. Sexy Top Notes: Italian Bergamot, Dewfruit, Freesia, Apple. Reveal the Passion by Halle Berry by Coty, Inc. is available February 2012 at most mass retailers for $28. Watch Halle Berry on love, where she wears the perfume and her requirements for loving a man:

Playboy Play it Rock – Within every girl there’s a sassy Playboy persona waiting to emerge.  Spray on the alluring scent of Play It Rock to reveal the edgy, cool, rock ‘n’ roll you.  It’s time to get glammed up and go seduce your man.  Playboy Play it Rock is avail at most retailers, $17. To find your perfect Playboy scent to match your personality, take their fragrance finder quiz.

On Valentine’s Day and every day, you want your skin to look radiant, firm and smooth.  Here are LA’s the Place Magazine’s picks for top skincare products to help you look your absolute best.

Tired Eyes Be Gone

If you worked late or just had a great time out last night, you probably woke up to tired looking eyes. When you have not gotten your proper beauty rest, there’s Miracle Skin Transformer Treat & Conceal to the rescue. It covers up dark circles and blemishes on the spot with a natural-looking finish. Miracle Skin Transformer Treat & Conceal comes in 3 shades to treat, protect and enhance the skin. $36

Purify with a Peel

Just by living in a city, your skin has to filter so much pollution and grime, sometimes a fresh start is all you need. Treat yourself to a natural fruit acid peel at home with emerginC at-home Facial Peel & Clarifying Pads. Part of emerginC’s all-natural Scientific Organics line, this new easy-to-use, 2-step facial peel and clarifying kit offers an active dose of natural fruit acids, tea tree, lactic acid, cypress, willow bark, and apple extracts.  With all this natural goodness, it removes dead skin cells, while nourishing and renewing the complexion. emerginC at-home Facial Peel & Clarifiying Pads can also help to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  Now that’s some lovin’ we all could use more of. $90

Red Carpet Make-up Secret

Learn from the stars, they know the camera doesn’t lie. When they’re on the red carpet, the last thing they want is for their foundation to accentuate fine lines. Use emerginC Red Carpet Primer before applying makeup to help fill in wrinkles and fine lines and conceal pores. The end result after applying foundation is a smooth, even complexion. This naturally tinted formulation contains advanced, plant-based hydrating and plumping micro-spheres that fights free radicals while nourishing the skin and most importantly – facilitates a flawless make-up application.  $44

Beauty Treatments In Your Sleep

DNAEFG Renewal DNA Night Renewal revitalizes the skin while you sleep and combats signs of aging. This rich night cream works to repair the signs of photo damage and aging skin with an advanced dual liposome delivery system for intensified nighttime recovery. Dr. Moy’s DNA Night Renewal provides complete support for cell repair activity during the sleep cycle for fresher, healthier skin. Don’t you wish all of life’s issues could be resolved while sleeping?  $130

Zen Toner

Sometimes, a little calm and refocusing is required. Think of Cellure RECODE Balancing Toner as a Zen moment for your complexion. With a fine mist, Cellure RECODE hydrates skin, balances the surface and refines pores while it prepares skin for ideal moisture absorption. Skin looks and feels dewy, supple and luminous. Chamomile, antiseptic and aloe help calm and soothe irritation and help bind in hydration.  $65

This is a mix of uplifting classic house tracks with a few newer ones throw in. Nothing slow and sappy. This is for the dance-floor or the gym.

Tracklist for Valentines Day House Mix 2010:

1 -Show Me Love feat Robin S (Extended Mix) Steve Angello and Laidback Luke

2 -Give Me Luv – Original Mix Alcatraz

3 -Lady, Hear Me Tonight (Radio Edit) Modjo/Jesse James

4 -Devotion (Edit) BIngo Players

5 -One Love (Chocolate Puma Remix) David Guetta ft Estelle

6 -Sexual Healing (Freemasons Vocal Mix) Alibi Vs Rockefeller

7 -Sing It Back (Mousse T’s Feel Love Mix) EDIT Moloko

8 -I Feel Love – Original Mix Donna Summer/Qattara

9 -What A Feeling Flashdance (Club House Mix) GLOBAL DEEJAYS

10 -Beautiful (Benny Benassi Mix) Moby

11 -Somebody To Love (Yeap! Electro Remix) Jefferson Airplane

12 -Luv 2 u (2) Junior Jack

13 -Sweet Child Of Mine (Minimal Chic Shining mix) Flat Pack

14 -Let the Drums Speak (Phil Asher’s Restless Soul Mix) Bah Samba Feat. The Fatback Band

15 -By Your Side (Ben Watt’s Lazy Dog club Mix) Sade

16 -THANK YOU Dido – Deep Dish Remix

17 -I Miss You 2008 (Antonio G & Mexsta Remix) Everything But The Girl

You can listen to them in your browser or wait for the mix to completely load, then do a “file-save frame as” (or with some browsers, right-click on the web page and choose “save frame as”) and you can choose where to save the complete mp3 file.

Click this link for your very own Valentine’s Day love-themed house music mix here…..

About DJ Nahchey

A NYC transplant, DJ Nahchey is now a fast-rising star in the Hollywood club scene. With his range from sexy, down-tempo grooves to his jacking house beats, DJ Nahchey is the go-to guy to rock the party.  He knows how to read & vibe off a crowd, & has inspired countless dance floors in some of the city’s hottest clubs and private VIP parties. Never afraid to experiment, you might just hear an old Sam Cooke track mixed in with the latest club banger.

DJ Nahchey’s residencies and guest appearances include Halo, LAX, Goa, Avalon Hollywood, Falcon, Les Deux, Geisha House, The Standard Hotel, Hard Rock Cafe, Memphis, Club Vibe, Papillion Bar, Club 740, Blue Velvet, Rush Street, and Crane’s Tavern.

His clients include W Magazine, Vogue, Lucky, Puma, Neiman Marcus, Oliver Peoples, Guess, Marciano, Universal City Walk, Sophia Loren  & Damiani, Sienna Miller, 944 Magazine, Jaguar, Architectural Digest, Smashbox Studios, Mercedes Benz, Equinox Gym, and Ocean & Vine, among others.

DJ Nahchey is also a remixer & music producer and owner Dash Entertainment, through which he books some of the best up-and-coming DJs in the Southern California region. For further information or booking information, call 213.924.3280, or go to www.nahchey.com and www.DashEntertainment.com.

Imagine the delight your loved one will have when they receive a Swirly Gram. Swirly Grams are Pinkberry frozen yogurt or Pinkberry gift cards wrapped in special Valentine’s packaging with heart-shaped balloons and a hand-written note.

Customers can choose from the following packages:

“Cupid’s Swirl” — One medium Pinkberry frozen yogurt with toppings for $10.
“Take Me Home” — Five servings of Pinkberry packed in a 25 oz. Take Home container with toppings on the side for $20.
“Swirly Spree” — One Pinkberry gift card for any dollar amount you choose (plus an additional $2 delivery and packaging fee).
Pinkberry Swirly Gram frozen yogurt packages are offered in three flavors: Pinkberry Original, Chocolate, or Blood Orange, each with specially selected Valentine’s toppings.

Customers who wish to send a Pinkberry Swirly Gram to loved ones in another city can go online to order the “Swirly Spree” gift card package. See website for complete package and delivery details.

Due to popular demand, Pinkberry has now extended the deadline for ordering its new Valentine’s Swirly Gram. Online ordering has been extended to 12 p.m. PST, Friday Feburary 11th with a one-day shipping fee (see www.pinkberry.com for details).

In store orders of Swirly Grams are also extended and are now available Friday, Feb. 11th through Monday Feb. 14th. During this time, customers can pick up a Swirly Gram to deliver to their sweetie (while supplies last). (If you place your order by, Thursday, Feb. 10th, Pinkberry can hand-deliver it for you.)

“Pinkberry is a very social brand and has always been about connecting with friends, family and those you love,” said Ron Graves, CEO, Pinkberry. “Pinkberry and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand.”

Pinkberry

Pinkberry reinvented the frozen yogurt category when it launched in West Hollywood, CA, in January 2005. Today with more than 100 stores worldwide, it is the most talked about, best tasting, premium frozen yogurt, made with high-quality fresh ingredients. From store design to exceptional customer service to irresistible flavors and toppings, Pinkberry provides a social experience that indulges the senses. Pinkberry’s distinctive flavors are expertly crafted to complement its daily fresh-cut fruit and premium toppings that offer an irresistibly tangy, incomparably clean and refreshing taste. Pinkberry is certified by the National Yogurt Association and carries the Live & Active Cultures Seal. Get a taste of Swirly Goodness by visiting Pinkberry’s Website, Facebook or Twitter page.

* Art Rebel is offering a couples painting class with champagne, chocolates and roses
* Kinara Spa-facials half off special…they are awell known spa on Robertson
* S Factor-pole Dancing
* Popcakes-Cupcakes on a stick –Gold and Red and then also ones with “marry me” delivered to your door. Well known-written up in Daily Candy.
* A Sweet-Candy store in Beverly Hills-custom baskets filled with candy
* Roman Sack Floral Design-beautiful unique floral arrangements besides roses-Exotic Flowers in a vase and/or orchids in a pot-delivered

…and many more…Check it out!

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Aubruey Organics Bath Salts contains organic aloe and rich organic jojoba oil so that dry, lackluster skin is left smooth and soft—perfect for getting close with your sweetheart. Just pour a small scoop into a warm, running bath.

Relax with Aubrey Organics Bath Soothing Herbal Bath Emulsion, which has a calming blend of fragrant peppermint, ginger and eucalyptus to soothe the body and soul while leaving your skin velvety soft with luxurious herbal oils. Pour under warm, running water as your draw your bath.

Soak your troubles away with Aubrey Organics Chamomile Calming Bath Soak. Almond, organic jojoba and herbal oils will help you unwind and moisturize your skin.

Aubrey Organics products can be found at health-food stores nationwide.

www.aubrey-organics.com

The Rooftop at The London West Hollywood

Cabana Package – Monday, February 14th

3-course menu includes a bottle of Vueve Cliquot Rose in a private cabana. Price is $395/couple.

Special reservation to be made through the concierge.

Rooftop Dining – Monday, February 14th

3-course menu includes one glass of champagne. Price is $190/couple.

Reservation can be made from 5pm until 10pm.

Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood

Valentine’s Day – Monday, February 14th

5-course menu includes a glass of champagne. Price is $295/couple.

Reservation can be made from 5pm until 10pm.

Valentine’s Weekend – Friday, Saturday and Sunday, February 11th, 12th and 13th

3-course menu includes a glass of champagne. Price is $85/person.

5-course menu includes a glass of champagne. Price is $110/person.

Reservation can be made from 5pm until 10pm

In-room Dining

Valentine’s Day – Monday, February 14th

3-course menu includes a small bottle of champagne. Price is $95/person.

Couple’s Chef’s Master Class

Enjoy making pasta for two, the old-fashioned way. Let your hands show the one you love how much you care by making fresh pasta, homemade ravioli filled with love and a perfectly seasoned slow cooked risotto guaranteed to make anyone fall in love all over again. Sip on sweet bubbles as our Executive Chef Anthony Keene guides through the romance of traditional Italian cuisine. Price is $385 per couple.

Cooking for Two Chef’s Master Class will be held Saturday, February 5th and 12th.

For reservations, please call 310.358.7788.

Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood
1020 North San Vicente Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Sweet & Salty

The designer presents a range of sweet, yet salty pieces that combine flounces and frills with traditionally masculine fabrics and silhouettes. Once again, Sakai’s signature bodysuits form the basis of her collection, but this season, they’re
given a distinct girl-meets-boy twist. Some are made from provocatively weightless fabric with subtle pinstripes. Others, in draped jersey, are edged in bright piping that gives a sporty spin to their sultry, plunging V-necklines.

Simple but Sexy Lingerie

Elements of lingerie design—another Sakai staple—also take on a more masculine air for spring. And for the first time, Sakai—a former lingerie designer—is introducing undergarments to her namesake line. Keeping with the spirit of the collection, each bralette and matching panty is uncomplicated, yet still sexy thanks to its ultra-soft, tactile fabric.

Clean and classic as most of this season’s pieces may be, that hasn’t stopped Sakai from adding a little bit of whimsy to the mix. The toile that inspired the whole spring collection was used to create everything from a boned hoop skirt to a wasp-waisted wrap coat to a pair of slouchy breeches—bold showpieces that are best suited for adventurers of the sartorial sort.

www.ambersakai.com

Using Swarovski crystals, semiprecious stones, and exquisite metal and beadwork, MsBellezza Jewelry creates charming pieces for everyday wear that are conservative and suitable for the workplace and stylish enough for special occasions and cocktail wear.

Available now is the limited edition Beating Heart ring; Hand-set light siam and crystal Swarovski crystals swirl around this most spectacular ring. Gold plating. Also available in blue zircon and crystal Swarovski crystals; and light Colorado topaz and Swarovski crystals.

Limited edition Beating Heart Ring for Valentine's Day

Designer Catherine Potgieter’s treasured creations are celebrated by women who appreciate captivating glamour including Canadian popstar – KreeSha Turner, a mother of a Housewife of Beverly Hills (the new Bravo series), top leaders in Silicon Valley’s industry, CEO’s and Presidents of companies in the Northern California, and other leading figures in the fashion and styling industry.

All pieces in her lines are limited editions. The workmanship is of the highest quality and both sides of the pieces are finished. Catherine using white gold, yellow gold, and no mixed metals. She can create custom designs for the bride and her wedding party, or something special for that special person in your life.

All pieces are affordable and start at $40 and up.

www.msbellezza.com

Spongeables®

Turn an ordinary shower into a fragrant, bubbly way to keep skin healthy, clear and beautiful. One Spongeables® Shower Gel In A Sponge body buffer has everything needed to turn transform your shower into the fastest, easiest way to keep skin clean, clear and beautiful.

From now until Valentine’s Day, enter the key word “LOVE” and receive free shipping for orders of $50 or more.

www.spongeables.com

From exfoliators and moisturizers to fresheners and serums, L’BRI’s all-natural products can transform the bathroom into an intimate holistic spa for two. All of L’BRI’s products are free of sodium laurel sulfate, propylene glycol, mineral oil, lanolins, waxes, artificial colors and fragrances.

See below for Valentine’s Day L’BRI Specials:

Madame Chocolat of Beverly Hills

Say it with chocolate, of course, the sure aphrodisiac. This year give Madame Chocolat’s fanciful and fun Love Collection of fine chocolates.

This years collection of Madame Chocolate’s Valentine chocolates include the Chocolate Shoes (as seen on Housewives of Beverly Hills), the wooden Heart box, Chocolate novelties in various shapes including: Hearts, Lips, cupids, and etc. and the Jacques Torres and Hasty Torres Love Bon-Bon with a honey filling created by both famed chocolatiers just in time for Valentine’s Day. Sold in Beverly Hills and at his Manhattan stores. As always the box of caramel filled hearts in dark or milk chocolate 12 pieces or 25 pieces is sure to please any chocolate lover in your life. Madame Chocolat is located at 212 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills.www.madame-chocolat.com

Baked Goods by Pastry Chef Stephanie Jayne

Crust, the online bakery, from Pastry Chef Stephanie Jayne Shaiken (formerly of West Side Tavern and Ludo Bites) offers :

1 lb. Cracker Brittle in a paper mache Heart Box w/Mercury Glass Heart $34.

Limited Edition – Giant Heart Shaped Fleur de Sel Caramel and Chocolate Ganache Tart packaged with faux rose $30 or Mercury Glass Heart $33

Apple Pie with Faux Rose and Heart Card Tag $27

Plan ahead and order yours now before they are sold out, visit: Crust

Valentine’s Day 2011 is almost upon us but not to fret as we have endless ideas for you.  LA’s the Place’s Valentine’s Day gift guide has something to sweeten a relationship in any stage, whether you’re trying to woo someone new or pronouncing your longtime love, we’ve got your complete Cupid List: from romantic restaurants, one-hour delivery bouquets, jewelry, beauty items, romantic getaways, massages and much more! Watch the video also for more Valentine’s Day gift ideas!

Restaurants

Simon LA – Offering a VIP Private Dining Experience and a divine Valentine’s Menu.

Drago Family Restaurants – Being Italian, they know romance like they know their fine Italian cuisine. Valentine’s Day menus featured at specific locations.

Tanino Restaurant – The first 75 reservations for the big night will receive a $100 gift card to spend at Sarah Leonard Jewelers. Sweet, sparkling deal.

First And Hope Supperclub - First & Hope Supper Club  is hosting an old-time, swank celebration for Valentine’s Day encompassing all things love called the “St. Valentine’s Ball.” Partnered or not, everyone is welcome to paint the town Valentine red with delicious culinary and beverage experiences at the First & Hope St. Valentine’s Ball.

Hell’s Kitchen’s Gordan Ramsey has his own restaurant in the London Hotel and is presenting a weekend of Valentine’s dinner packages as well as a couple’s cooking class.

Love Potions

Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes – Want to mix it up in the privacy of your own home? We’ve got “His & Hers” Cocktails to suit any Valentine’s situation.

Moet & Chandon Rose Imperial Gift Set – Pop one of these with a personalized message on the bottle and your Valentine is sure to say, “I do.”

Romantic Getaways

L’Auberge Hotel Del Mar – Nothing makes a maiden swoon like watching the sunset on the sea.  See their Valentine’s Day specials.

Estancia La Jolla – Rose petal turndowns, couples massages and a gourmet meal – you just hit a homerun in the romance department.

Flowers

Fabulous Florals – Do-it-yourself flowers. Order the flowers you want and arrange them according to your creative cupid desires.

Anzo Del Amo Florist - No excuses this Valentine’s Day as Anzo Del Amo Florist guarantees a 1 hour delivery time in Southbay or within 3 hour delivery time in Los Angeles of beautiful long stem roses to your beloved.

Win your Valentine’s heart and support South LA Dog Shelter! For only $65.00, you will receive a beautiful tropical bouquet and card, and buy a new dog bed to the South LA Dog Shelter! For your donation $65, the cost of each dog bed, you will receive a ‘free’ Valentine’s Day tropical bouquet and card. The beautiful bouquets and cards will be available for pick-up, with printed receipt of donation, from two LA Locations, Santa Monica and Culver City in the two days leading up to Valentine’s Day! Click here for more info…

Valentine’s Day Sales

Gilt City – Flowers, candies, pole dancing classes, and all things related to Valentine’s Day to sweeten your holiday without leaving your bank account sour.

Love Your Health

Dr. Diane Jordan – She specializes in non-invasive, radiation-free breast cancer screening called Thermography. A gift that brings peace of mind.

Valentine Beauty & Pampering

MsBellezza Jewelry is an exquisite line of high fashion jewelry that will make her feel special and loved for Valentine’s Day 2011.

Spongeables - Delicious, naturally-scented multi-use sponges for the  bath or shower, for children, adults and pets!

Stacy McBride Collections - Affordable, quality jewelry with many different designs to choose from.

Makeup&Go Look gorgeous on your night of Love and have your makeup done professionally while you relax and prepare for Love’s biggest night!

L’Bri Aloe-based skin care – Check out their Valentine’s Day specials ..

Aubrey Organics – Bring the spa home to you for  luxurious, relaxing dreamy baths using all natural scents and ingredients.

Kiss Premium Eyelashes – Now you get all the benefits of gorgeous lashes with none of the trying application frustrations. Apply, pull the string and voila.

Industry Massage Gift Certificate - It’s always a perfect gift to give to show you care on Valentine’s Day.

Sweets for your Sweetie - Madam Chocolate and Baked Goods by Pastry Chef Stephanie Jayne

Two prix-fixe menus with entertainment options, including cabaret-jazz and ballroom performances, as well as an added “Best Dressed Couple” contest to encourage a truly special ambience throughout the evening.

First & Hope’s elegant surroundings will be transformed into a romantic destination like no other beginning on Saturday, February 12th, and into the evening of Monday, February 14th.  On Saturday and Sunday (February 12th & 13th), patrons can enjoy from the two prix fixe menu selections named the “Cupid’s Couple’s Menu” and “Tasting Menu.”

On Valentine’s Day evening, entertainment options include the music of sexy jazz starlet Gina Saputo live in the Fedora Lounge, with a special appearance by Broadway Star David Burnham of “Wicked” fame will accompany ballroom dancers that will envelop the dining room from 6:30PM on.

For more details and reservations, visit: www.firstandhope.com

Makeup&Go! has their flagship store in Brentwood and is now popping up all over town.  They recently opened two pop-up shops – one in Beverly Hills and the other in West Hollywood for hair and makeup application.

Makeup&Go! offers on-the-go affordable, anytime professional makeup application in a mod environment, staffed by a team of pro artists, using only the top products.  Best of all, there’s no obligation to buy makeup because Makeup&Go!  doesn’t sell it, just makeup application and hair services.

Makeup&Go! is perfect for anyone attending any awards or awards parties, brides and bridal parties for wedding or anyone just wanting to get primped for a fun night out!

Check us out here for a list of services and information on our flagship store:  www.makeupandgo.net

Estancia True Romance Valentine Getaway

Let Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa make your Valentine’s celebration as special and unique as your love with a customized “Estancia True Romance” Valentine Getaway.

Each “Estancia True Romance” package includes:

• *Premier rate starting as low as $179 per night
• *Deluxe room accommodations
• *Sweetheart Amenity of Chocolate Truffles and Sparkling Wine delivered to your room

Then customize your getaway with your choice of romantic Valentine activities and amenities (additional fees apply).

Romantic 50 Minute Couples Massage ($300 per couple)

Enjoy a romantic way to relax and indulge with your sweetheart with a luxurious couples massage in either an indoor or outdoor garden treatment room.  Finish your treatments with complimentary Pomegranate Mimosas as your relax in our relaxation lounge complete with salt water Jacuzzi and wood burning fireplace.

Stimulating 50 Minute Single Massage ($150 per person)

Treat your sweetheart to a relaxing massage to release tension and stimulate the senses.   Choose between an indoor treatment room and our lush outdoor garden rooms.  They will then finish their treatment with a complimentary Pomegranate Mimosas as they relax in our relaxation lounge complete with salt water Jacuzzi, Eucalyptus steam room and wood burning fireplace.

Romantic 4-Course Dinner For Two ($150 per couple)

Enjoy a romantic 4–Course Tasting Dinner for Two in the intimate Adobe El Restaurante.  With beautiful live music to set the mood, each tasting for two includes the 4-course dinner and a Valentine’s gift.

Rose Pedal Turndown Service ($25 per service)

Let them take care of the romantic details.  With this rose pedal turndown service your sweetheart will return to your room to find your bed and bathtub romantically adorned with rose pedals and two candles to set the mood.

Estancia True Romance Package available 2/10-15/11.  Must be booked by 2/14/11.

For reservations, call (877) 437-8262 or book online at: Estancia La Jolla Hotel

With this revolutionary technique, no more getting frustrated by numerous attempts at applying lashes that won’t go on straight. Kiss Premium Eyelashes promises a perfect application the first time, every time. Look for them at all major drugstores nationwide for only $3.99.

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Russian Standard Vodka, Camus Cognac

Below are a few great cocktail recipes for toasting Valentine’s Day at home – including “His & Her” cocktails for every relationship stage. Whether you are looking for love, toasting a budding relationship, up for a casual fling, or savoring a long-time romance, we have the perfect ‘love potion’ for them.

Looking For Someone New

On the prowl this Valentine’s Day?  Keep things wild and mysterious by enjoying one of the following cocktails, made with Lucid Absinthe.  Not only are they delicious, these drinks double as clever conversation starters.  Didn’t know Lucid was the brand responsible for lifting the absinthe ban back in 2007?  We bet that cute guy or girl you’ve been chatting with didn’t either.  Happy hunting!

For Him:

Absinthe Attraction

1.5 oz Lucid Absinthe

2 oz Russian Standard Vodka

For Her:

Violet Femme

1 oz    Lucid Absinthe

1 oz    Raspberry Liqueur

1 oz    Lemonade or sour mix

2 oz    Ginger Ale

1        Lemon Wedge

Toasting A New Relationship

There are few things as exciting as the start of a new relationship but when those butterflies hit and your knees start to shake, calm your nerves with one of the following cocktails.  The secret ingredient here is Russia’s number one premium vodka, the always smooth Russian Standard.  Take a sip, relax and drink in all that budding romance.

For Him:

Standard Bleu

2 oz Russian Standard

Splash of Dry Vermouth

Splash of olive brine

Shake ingredients gently over ice.

Strain and serve in a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with bleu cheese olives

For Her:

Russian Romance

1.5 oz Russian Standard Vodka

Splash of lemon juice

2 oz Pomegranate Juice

Garnish with a mint leaf or a lemon twist

Casual Fling

Sometimes all you want is a little lovin’.  If you find yourself with a casual fling this Valentine’s Day, keep things light and sexy – like the French do – with CAMUS Cognac.  Sensuous, sweet and satisfying, these cocktails are sure to leave you wanting more.

For Him:

2 oz. CAMUS Borderies XO

Served neat or on the rocks

For Her:

Perfect Pear Sidecar

1 oz. CAMUS VSOP

1 oz. Xantè pear spirit

¼ oz fresh lemon juice

Splash of pineapple juice

Savoring a Long Romance

For those celebrating yet another February 14th in the arms of their longtime lover, spice things up with Flor de Caña rum, the pride of Nicaragua.  Mix up one of the following drinks, toast your other half and watch the night heat up!

For Him:

Nica Libre

2 oz Flor de Caña 7 Year Grand Reserve Rum

4 oz Coca Cola

For Her:

Eternal Bliss

1 oz Flor de Caña 7 Year Rum

2 oz White Cranberry Juice

½ the juice of a fresh lemon

Long Lost Sparks

Sometimes we get so wrapped up with the hectic day-to-day, we barely have time for ourselves! This should never be the case—especially on Valentine’s Day. So this year, put the kids to bed early and pop open a bottle of Crémant d’Alsace, a sparkling French wine. Less than half the price of traditional Champagne, Crémant d’Alsace offers the same great quality! Refreshing, elegant, and crisp—these bubbles will bring back the sparks in any relationship!

Try Lucien Albrecht Brut or Lucien Albrecht Rosé.

Moët & Chandon, the champagne of celebrations, is introducing a limited-edition Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial gift set; complete with two special edition champagne flutes, a bottle of Moët Rosé dressed in pink and a gold ink pen that you can personalize the bottle with, all to help you charm your funny Valentine.

Proudly recognized as the world’s most loved Rosé champagne, Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial is the ultimate way to say “I love you.”   With the ability to write a personalized message for your special someone directly on the bottle, you can feel free to scribble until your heart’s content.  A truly unique gift written straight from the heart, your bottle of Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial will be the ideal keepsake for any special Valentine’s Day moment!

This Valentine’s Day, whether you part of a new and lighthearted couple that has just begun dating, or the hopeless romantic about to pop the ultimate question, the Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial gift set adds a playful touch of elegance and romance that your loved one will remember for a lifetime.

The limited-edition Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial gift set will be available at fine wine and spirits stores nationwide with a suggested retail value of $120.00.

Decadent dinner for two?  Check.  KITCHEN 1540 has you covered with a duo of four-course menus perfect to share…or not.  Romance?  Check.  While you indulge at 1540, their very own Romance Director will be spreading the love in your guest room with their signature rose petal turndown.  Now that’s sweet.

Package begins at $459* on Valentine’s Day with rates of $279 from Sunday through Thursday.

* Based on double occupancy. Includes $150 dining credit, taxes, resort fees and valet parking.  Based on availability.  Restrictions apply.

To make your Valentine’s Day reservations, click HERE.

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L’Auberge Del Mar

1540 Camino Del Mar

Del Mar, CA 92014

800-245-9757

www.laubergedelmar.com

Il Buco Paninoteca and Wine Bar, Beverly Hills

Each couple will receive a rose upon arrival. For dinner, guests can enjoy the flavorful menu selections which consist of Zuppa di Grano Turco (Corn Soup); Zuppa di Zucca (Pumpkin Soup Puree); and Insalata al Granchio (Fresh Arugula, Endive, Tomato, Onion, Lemon Dressing and Crab Cakes).

Main entrée pasta and risotto selections comprise the Ravioli di Spinaci (Homemade Ravioli Filled with Spinach and Ricotta in a Tomato Basil Sauce); Risotto Rosso (Carneroni Rice with Red Beats Sauce and Goat Cheese); and the Linguini con Aragosta (Linguine Pasta with half of a Maine Lobster, Crab Meat and Light Spicy Tomato Sauce). Guests can also choose from meat and fish selections, which include the Costolette di Agnello (Grilled Rack of Lamb Served with Sautéed Rapini, Roasted Potato and Balsamic Sauce); Filetto di Pesce Bianco (Grilled Halibut Filet Served with Mixed Vegetables and Mango Vinaigrette); and Branzino al Cartoccio (Whole Loup de Mer Wrapped in Aluminum Foil Served with Clams, Black Olives, Capers, Cherry Tomato and White Wine Sauce).

The special menu is offered exclusively on Valentine’s Day. Il Buco is located at 107 N. Robertson Blvd. Beverly Hills, 90211. For reservations or more information, please contact (310) 657-1345.

Panzanella Ristorante, Sherman Oaks

In celebration of love, the restaurant will be dimly lit, feature romantic decorations, and couples will receive red roses upon arrival.

The menu invites guests to start with Zuppa di Barbabietole e Caprino (Roasted Red Beet Soup and Warm Goat Cheese). Entrees include the Rosette di Salmone Affumicato (Rose Shaped Smoked Salmon with Caviar, Avocado and Crème Fraiche); Ravioli con Aragosta (Homemade Heart Shaped Ravioli Stuffed with Lobster and Light Pink Sauce); Risotto allo Zafferano con Gamberi (Arborio Rice with Saffron Sauce, Shrimp and Asparagus); Involtini di Sogiola con Gamberi e Pepe Rosa (Dover Sole Filet Stuffed with Shrimp and Pink Peppercorn Sauce); Branzino al Cartoccio con Bottarga (Whole Loup de Mer Wrapped and Baked in Thin Foil with Herbs, Cherry Tomatoes and Bottarga); and the Costata di Vitello con Funghi Porcini (Grilled Rack of Veal with Porcini Mushrooms Sauce). For dessert, guests can enjoy the Mousse al Frutto di Passione (Passion Fruit Mousse).

Specials are offered from Friday, February 11 to February 14 exclusively. Panzanella is located at 14928 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 91403. For reservations, please call (818) 784-4400.

Tanino Restaurant, Westwood

Tanino is celebrating Valentine’s Day by offering a five-course prix fixe menu for $90 per person in a sophisticated, romantic environment. Although the special preset menu will be featured, guests will also be able to purchase each entrée a la carte. Guests will also be given the option to choose from Tanino’s regular daily menu.

The five-course meal begins with Zuppa di Bietola e Caprino (Roasted Red Beet Soup with Warm Goat Cheese), the second course includes Rosette di Salmone Affumicato (Rose Shaped Smoked Salmon with Crème Fraise, Caviar and Avocado) and the third course features Ravioli Romeo e Guilietta All Aragosta (Heart Shaped Ravioli Stuffed with Lobster in a Honey Thyme Sauce). The fourth course includes a selection of either Filetto di Sogliola con Gamberi e Pepe Rosa (Fillet of Dover Sol Stuffed with Shrimps in a Pink Pepper Corn Sauce) or Anatra Alle Ciliege D’Amore (Duck Breast with Cherry Port Wine Sauce with Heart Shaped Polenta). For the grand finale, guests can top of their meal with Panna Cotta al Frutto di Passione (Baked Passion Fruit Custard in a Warm Chocolate Sauce).

Tanino is located at 1043 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90024. For more information or to make reservations, please call (310) 208-0444 or visit www.tanino.com. Check out the Tanino Valentine’s Day Special here!

Via Alloro, Beverly Hills

Via Alloro is the newest restaurant in the Drago family collection of notable Los Angeles eateries and is offering a special Valentine’s Day menu. The restaurant will celebrate Valentine’s Day from 5 to 11:30 p.m., where guests will be given the option of choosing from the specially crafted three-course $62 prix fixe menu, or select a la carte entrees from the menu, with prices ranging from $19 to $42.

Valentine’s Day will be complete with romantic music sung live by Italian music artist Augusto, and patrons will be given the opportunity to request songs of their choice.

The three-course menu begins  with a choice of the Dolce Inizio (Lobster Bisque with Pea Tenders); Insalata di Granceola (Maryland Crab with Sweet Corn Salad) or Ravioli degl’ Innamorati (Heart Shaped Pumpkin Ravioli in a Butter Sage Sauce). Entrée choices consist of the Perle di Mare (Sautéed Jumbo Scallops Served with Beet Mashed Potato, Saffron Sauce and Goat Cheese) or Capriolo e Curore di Polenta (Roasted Venison Loin with Heart-Shaped Polenta, Sweet Chard in a Port Wine and Fig Sauce). For the final course, guests will enjoy the Dolce Fine (Coconut Panna Cotta with Passion Fruit Sauce). Guests will also be given the opportunity to purchase each entrée separately, if they wish. Items served a la carte on Valentine’s Day, but not included in the prix fixe menu, include Ravioli deii Fidanzati (Heart-Shaped Smoked Salmon Ravioli with Champagne Pink Peppercorn Sauce) or Risotto Romeo e Guulietta (Carnaroli Rice with Mixed Berries and Rose Petals).

Via Alloro is located at 301 N. Cannon Dr. Beverly Hills, 90210. For reservations or for more information, please call (310) 275-2900 or visit www.viaalloro.com.

About Drago Restaurants

Drago Restaurants are family owned by Italian brothers who sought the vision to create luxurious, trendy restaurants. Restaurants under Giacamino and Tanino Drago in association with his brothers include Panzanella in Sherman Oaks, Piccolo Paradiso in Beverly Hills, il Pastaio in Beverly Hills, il Buco Ristorante, Celestino in Pasadena, Shu Sushi in Bel Air, Tanino in Westwood and Via Alloro in Beverly Hills. Please visit www.giacominiodrago.com or www.taninodrago.com for more information.

Gilt Groupe

Gilt City Los Angeles Valentine’s Specials

Art Rebel – They are offering a couples painting class with champagne, chocolates and roses.

Kinara Spa - Facial specials at the well known spa on Robertson.

S Factor - Pole Dancing classes.

Popcakes-Cupcakes on a Stick – Gold and Red and also ones with “marry me” delivered to your door.

A.Sweet Boutique - Candy store in Beverly Hills offering specials on custom baskets filled with sweets for your sweet.

Roman Sack Floral Design – Beautiful unique floral arrangements beyond the stereotypical roses. Exotic Flowers in a vase and/or orchids in a pot delivered.

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What is Gilt City?

Gilt City is the key that unlocks the very best your city has to offer for less — much less. They’ve combed through hundreds of neighborhoods, countless things to do and boiled it all down to the most sought-after experiences and services just for you. Dine on exclusive menus prepared by top chefs, score tickets to sold-out shows, get A-list pampering at luxury salons and if you need dry-cleaning delivered to your door, Gilt City can help with that, too. Keeping up with the pace of city life in style just got easier.

Just create an account and you’re on your way to your Gilt City Valentine’s Day sales:

http://www.giltcity.com/los-angeles

In addition to its special Valentine’s Day Menu (see below), Simon LA is turning one of its beautiful Private Dining Rooms into a cozy and romantic room for two, set up like a Living Room with a comfy couch, candles, flowers, a dining table set for two, fireplace on the Plasma TV and more:

* Candlelight dinner for two with a choice of three courses from our special Valentine’s Day Menu.
* Wine pairing created by our wine steward
* A bottle of Dom Perignon chilled for your arrival
* Flower arrangement with red roses and scattered rose petals
* A chocolate plaque with the name of your Valentines
* Free Valet parking
* A selection of Romantic DVDs to watch on the Plasma TV
* Chocolate Love Notes to take home
* Complete Privacy except for your servers and wine steward
* Music CD’s of your choice

The VIP SWEET FOR TWO is $600 all-inclusive.

Simon LA’s Valentines Menu 2011

Serving Saturday, Sunday and Monday, Feb 12, 13 and 14 for dinner from 6pm on…

Appetizers

white truffle celery veloute
fresh white truffle slice 12

belgian endive and organic watercress salad
fuji apples, candied walnuts, crumbled blue cheese 13

organic baby beet salad
pistachio crusted goat cheese croquette, reduced balsamic 12

grilled octopus salad
blood orange, frisee, vinecotto, shaved white asparagus 15

shrimp salad
verbena champagne vinaigrette, meyer lemon, crispy capers 16

les deux tuna
lemongrass yellowfin tartar and hamachi sashimi, lime bubbles, avocado puree 16

crab salad
edamame hummus, watermelon radish, sprouts 16

lobster ravioli borsetini
light tarragon emulsion 16

california oysters
three raw mignonette, three yuzu rockefeller 18

Entree

prime new york
golden chanterelles, short rib hash, brandy cream 42

sonoma lamb rack
minted moroccan couscous, persimmon chutney 38

brick roasted free range chicken
artichoke, pancetta, pearl onions 24

local duck breast
vanilla carrot puree, turnips, pomegranate, brussel sprout leaves 34

grilled swordfish
curried peewee potato, preserved lemon 32

crispy skin whitefish
white asparagus, peas, chestnuts 32

surf & turf
seared beef tenderloin, broccolini and hawaiian blue prawns, lemon grass, ginger scampi 44

prime tomahawk for two
baked baby sweet potatoes, haricot verts 80

Dessert

dark chocolate molten cake
toffee shake, salted caramel sauce 10

strawberry short cake
strawberry ice cream 10

vanilla panacotta
tangerine curd, fresh tangerine zesty salad, shortbread cookie 10

french macaroons tasting
strawberry lemonade, nutella, dulce de leche, rose, grand marnier 10

valentine’s day junk food platter 25

Love Potions

rose royal | fresh raspberry puree, moet & chandon imperal “rose” 14

moet & chandon imperal “rose” 20 105

chablis louis jadot chardonnay, 2008 14 54

lacombe noillac, bordeaux, 2006 14 54

orogeny pinot noir, russian river, 2007 18 70

To book the private dining room VIP “Sweet for Two”, please call 310.358.3979.

www.simonlarestaurant.com