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Destination Costa Rica & Cuba This issue Destination Cuba & Costa Rica
The Altima Team is proud to introduce sophisticated travelers to
Gestoría 1621 Altima Connoisseur Club’s inside connection to Cuba and Costa Rica
Aspen Food & Wine Highlights Events Calendar Who’s Hot
Experience Havana Biennial 2012 May 11– June 11 ‘the insider’s way…’ Our management team’s personal relationships with individuals and corporations offers a personalized entrée, unique channel of advice and customized services to meet the needs of the investor, visitor and international business community— Mike Tarafa, General Partner
Our trip to Cuba wouldn’t be the same without the personalized services we received through Altima’s introduction to Gestoria 1621. We had an ‘insider’s experience and met the most talented emerging artists at their homes and studios. It was truly memorable and would not have been possible without Gestoria’s connections. Everyone should have this experience,” said Tommy Morrison
www.gestoria1621.com
COSTA RICA Similar in size to West Virginia, with a population of 4.2 million people, 15% of the country's territory consists of National parks, beautiful beaches, rainforests, and wildlife reserves. Tony Arruza’s exquisite shots (below) capture the natural beauty of Costa Rica. To see more, click on: www.arruza.com Allow Gestoria to plan your next trip to Costa Rica Email: info@gestoria1621.com
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Aspen Food and Wine Classic— Classic—highlights Aspen Magazine, Caribou Club, Timbers Club, Residences at Little Nell, Baldwin Gallery and Ritz Carlton Club Residences invited Altima Connoisseur Club to celebrate the Aspen Food and Wine Classic, 2011.
Leticia Hanke & Constance Golder
Graham Gaspard,
Will Freiberg & Justin Sandler
President of Black River Caviar
Founders of Tipping Basket www.tippingbasket.com
Janet O’Grady President/Editor in Chief Aspen Magazine
Emperor’s Vodka & Black River Caviar Altima Connoisseur Brands
Giorgio Gucci & Zina Mashim
Tipping Basket will be celebrating its launch party in Aspen 4th of July weekend at another over the top Aspen Magazine coco-sponsored event…
Calendar of Events—-
Zina Mashim, President of Emperors Brand
Altima Connoisseur Club & Strategic Partners
ASPEN
ATLANTIC CITY
MONACO
SOUTH FLORIDA
July 1st– 1st– July 4th
July 28th – 31st VIP Italian Pavilion— Featuring ACC brands
September 21– 21– 24th VIP events at Monaco Yacht Show
October 27– 27– 31, 2011 Pavilion Club
Giorgio G Cognac Giorgio G Collection Emperors Brand Black River Caviar Domodimonti Wines
Sponsored by Altima Connoisseur Brands Giorgio G Cognac Giorgio G Collection Emperors Brand Black River Caviar Domodimonti Wines
Boogies Bash/Buddy Program Top of Ajax Fundraiser Launch of Tipping Basket www.tippingbasket.com
By-invitation only
By-invitation only
Contact: Aspen Magazine: leticia@aspenmagazine.com
www.winepixie.net
(members only)
Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show Giorgio G Cognac Giorgio G Collection Emperors Brand Black River Caviar Domodimonti Wines
Contact:maribel@altimainternational.com maribel@altimainternational.com for information on sponsorship and showcasing opportunities. Monaco VIP tickets are available upon request, but limited.
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ALTIMA CONNOISSEUR UPDATES
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lack River Caviar celebrates its one year anniversary with Altima Connoisseur Club
Offering a special gift to Altima subscribers, inviting you to experience some of the other wonderful gourmet experiences BLiS & Black River Caviar have to offer.. White Truffle Oil, Pure Maple Syrup and more... BLiS Pure Maple Syrup BliS White Truffle Oil is a chef proboasts a full, robust, and duced truffle oil of excellent natural slightly smokey rich flavor. quality, capturing the exact esOur unique kettle-cooking sence of Alba White Truffles at process imparts the maple peak ripeness. All natural ingredisyrup with a rich, thick conents, no synthetic additives with a sistency. neutral cold pressed, stable Grapeseed oil To inquire about this special gift offer, email maribel@altimainternational.com or graham@blackrivercaviar.com. Or call 561 833 8283 or 970 418 0114 www.blackrivercaviar.com
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iorgio Gucci is the third generation of Italian fashion geniuses
whose grandfather, Guccio, Guccio a saddle maker, established the Gucci House of Design in 1905. After leaving and selling his interest in “Gucci”, Giorgio Gucci reengaged the world of fashion by creating his own brand, Giorgio G. New and more luxurious than ever, “Giorgio G” produces exclusive clothing and accessories that possess breathtaking beauty and elegance. Now after achieving international recognition for the Giorgio G label, Giorgio Gucci is reaching new heights by creating an extraordinary line of ultra premium cognacs. Giorgio Gucci’s cognacs are collectable and are very limited. This “Grand Grand Champagne Premier Cru’ line is commemorated to Giorgio Gucci’s 10th anniversary of Giorgio G brand and shall not be sold on a retail level . For more information, contact: zinamashin@emperorsbrand.com
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What is "Natural" Wine? Domodimonti has your answer... omodimonti’s objective is to produce wines as naturally as possible with the least amount of additives. Our natural approach to the cultivation and conservation of vines typically exceeds the rules and regulations of organic farming.
We focus on specific aspects of sustainable vine growth including water conservation, soil improvement, erosion control and the latest in Integrated Pest Management techniques. Déjà V is available for tasting at your favorite restaurants including — BiCE in Palm Beach and Cipriani’s in New York. Also available at Amici Market in Palm Beach.
www.domodimonti.com
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WHO’S HOT IN SOUTH FLORIDA 51 Supper Club and Lounge, helmed by celebrated New York Chef Armand VanderStigchel, features the highest quality cuisine blended with ingredients indigenous to the Northern and Middle regions of Europe such as Belgium, France, Tuscany, Germany, Holland and Scandinavia. Setting the tone is décor geared toward a more sophisticated, up-scale clientele who will enjoy a wonderful gastronomical experience in our main dining area and live entertainment in our piano lounge that will feature, among others, the melodies of a bygone era of crooners such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr.
Philippe Harari appearing Friday & Saturdays 7:00 to 11:00 pm For reservations: 561 622 3500
“Philippe both relaxes and stuns his audience with his amazing vocal range and electrifying delivery of the songs you want to hear, from Frank Sinatra to Bocelli ” Click below for a sneak peek…. http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=v0vrcRWDHY0&feature=youtube_gdata_player
ROBERT RIVA
Robert Riva, defeated 14 bachelors when he won the ‘game’ in Oxygen’s reality show ‘Love Love Games: Bad Girls need Love too’. too’. The Season Finale was aired on June 13th, 2011. Robert and Lea Beaulieu, star of Bad Girls season 5 were the winners of the show . Riva, the youngest candidate, was recruited weeks after graduating from University of Miami Riva will launch his innovative social media website along with his partner Nathanial Wish in July. Riva holds a Bachelors in Business Administration from University of Miami and is an active licensed real estate associate in the State of Florida http://www.robertriva.com/?p=153