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  • GBK Kicks off the Award Season with their Golden Globes Luxury suite

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 12, 2020

    Los Angeles, January 5-This Award season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2020 Golden Globe Nominees and Presenters on January 3rd and 4th by hosting its Annual Nominees and presenters Luxury gifting lounge. Held at gorgeous Kimpton La Peer, nestled in West Hollywood, appropriately so, this year the guests were treated to a lavish array of gifts and services. This Awards season saw luxury lifestyle brands being showcased. Many familiar faces were...

  • DPA Luxury Lounge Kicks Off New Decade, With the Golden Globe Pre-Awards Gifting Suite

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 8, 2020

    Los Angeles, California- January 4th, 2019-For one of the most awaited award seasons of the year, the Golden Globe Awards, DPA was once again the sponsor for the 2019 Pre-Awards gift suite. Held at the LUXE Sunset Hotel on the 3rd th and 4th of January 2020, the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. So what did the nominees get to enjoy this year? Well, travel was defiantly a theme this year with several incredible travel...

  • Secret Room Event Kicks off the Award Season with their Golden Globes Luxury suite

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 6, 2020

    Los Angeles, January 4-This Award season, Secret Room, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2019 Golden Globe Nominees and Presenters on January 3rd and 4th by hosting its Annual Nominees and presenters Luxury gifting lounge. Held at the luxurious At the Intercontinental Hotel in Century City, appropriately so, this year the guests were treated to a lavish array of gifts and services. This Awards season saw luxury lifestyle brands being showcased. Secret Ro...

  • International Yoga Day: Interview with Indian Prime Minister's Yoga Instructor HR Nagendra

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 18, 2019

    Could you share with us how long you have known and have been working with Shri Narendra Modi? I have been working with him for more than 30 years now. He visited Prashanti Kutiram, Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (VYASA), Bengaluru, India in 1987. VYASA is a registered charitable institution (1986) working for making Yoga as a socially relevant Science. It is based on the teachings of Swami Vivekananda- the four streams of Yoga with unity in their diversity, the key essence of Indian...

  • Down the Rabbit Hole: Explaining Anthony Bourdain's Death from a Dharmic Perspective

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 12, 2019

    Just goes to show no matter how rich, successful or powerful you are and even if you genuinely have love in your life and are sincerely pursuing your dharma, the soul can be troubled and in pain. Anthony Bourdain, a celebrated author, cook and TV host left us this time last year, shocking the world at large. The effect he had on global masses were revealed only after his transition. His sudden demise brings up a deeper issue that is slowly becoming a global narrative- one of happiness, fulfillme...

  • India Votes for Prime Minister This Month. The World Should Pay More Attention

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|May 6, 2019

    In a couple of days, will take place the largest democratic exercise on the planet. India will be voting in its parliamentary general election. In a country of 1.3 BILLION people, a whopping 900 MILLION people will be voting. In contrast, in the 2016 US election- a tiny 137 million Americans voted. The Indian electoral process is vibrant and Indians take a lot of pride in their democratic right to vote and let their voices be heard. It is a real feat, fair and free elections for almost a...

  • HBO Luxury Lounge in honor of the Golden Globes: Awards Gifting Event with a difference.

    Preity Uupala|Jan 19, 2019

    Los Angeles, Sunday, 4th January 2019.--For one of the most awaited award seasons of the year, HBO network was once again the place to be. Nominated stars and celebrities from hit TV shows and films gather at The HBO Luxury Lounge® presented by Obliphica Professional Hair care. HBO hosted its LUXURY LOUNGE® presented by Obliphica Professional this weekend at The Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills. The event, which throughout the years has become a haven for the brightest Hollywood...

  • Award season gift events are rarely complete without an exotic vacation resort getaway for the guests

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 15, 2019

    Los Angeles, January 16-This Award season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2019 Golden Globe Nominees and Presenters on January 4th and 5th by hosting its Annual Nominees and presenters Luxury gifting lounge. Held at gorgeous L'Ermitage Hotel nestled in Beverly Hills, appropriately so, this year the guests were treated to a lavish array of gifts and services. This Awards season saw luxury lifestyle brands being showcased. Many familiar faces were...

  • DPA LUXURY LOUNGE SETS THE BAR HIGH ONCE AGAIN DURING THE GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jan 11, 2019

    Los Angeles, California- January 5th, 2019-For one of the most awaited award seasons of the year, the Golden Globe Awards, DPA was once again the sponsor for the 2019 Pre-Awards gift suite. Held at the LUXE Sunset Hotel on the 4th and 5th of Jan, this year, the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products. So what did the nominees get to enjoy this year? Well, travel was defiantly a theme this year with several incredible travel...

  • DPA Emmy Shines Again to Honor Emmy Award Nominees

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 23, 2018

    Los Angeles, California- September 16h, 2018- For one of the most awaited award seasons of the year, the EMMY Awards, DPA was once again the sponsor for the 2018 Pre-Awards gifting Suite. This year the premiere Media company set out to treat the stars to an array of exciting and cutting edge brands and products at the LUXE Sunset Boulevard Hotel in West wood DPA, a leader in celebrity gifting was founded by Nathalie Dubois- Sissoko, whose vision was to show her genuine appreciation to well...

  • Brett Kavanaugh's Mom Was the Judge in Christine Blasey Ford's Mom's Foreclosure Case

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 18, 2018
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    Never before has a Supreme Court justice appointment caused so much division and drama in the Senate Judiciary Committee. After hours upon hours of Senate hearings, President Trump's Supreme Court Nominee, District of Columbia Circuit Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh, 53, was all set to be confirmed at the senate vote this Thursday. And then a shocking allegation of sexual assault merged a few days ago by Christine Blasey Ford, 51, a California professor who claims that Kavanaugh assaulted her 36...

  • Bergman Style Lounge at Fig & Olive, Sizzles Again for the 70th Emmy Awards

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 18, 2018

    9/17, LA: The 70th annual EMMY awards were held this year on September 17, 2018 at the Microsoft theatre in DTLA and were enjoyed by all. It's Tinsle-town's favorite time of the year and undoubtedly one of the most exciting things to look forward to are the gifting events. Once again the Bergman's Style Lounge and party was the premiere EMMY gifting event hosted at the wonderful WeHo based French restaurant FIG AND OLIVE. As every year, nominees, presenters and music celebrities were presented...

  • "Oneness, Tolerance and Acceptance:" Indian VP Shri venkaiah Naidu, addresses Spiritual Congress in Chicago

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 16, 2018

    1th September, 2018- Lombard, Illinois. -- The residents of Chicago were in for a treat on Sunday, the 9th of September 2018. The Vice- President of India, Honorable Shri Venkaiah Naidu graced everyone with his presence at the 2nd World Hindu Congress, which was held from September 7th to the 9th at the Westin Hotel in Lombard, Oak Bridge, Illinois, USA. A large gathering of over 3000 attendees from the US and 60 other countries were present for this rare meeting. The occasion was to...

  • Mallika Chopra Reflects on Motherhood, Mindfulness, her New Book, Life and Santa Monica

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Sep 6, 2018

    It's so great to hear that you are a resident of Santa Monica. How long have you been living here? And what are your feelings about living here? We moved to LA in 1999 and in 2008 moved to Santa Monica. We love it here. Once you move here, honestly, where else could you live! I've raised my girls here and it a great community we have met through schools; wonderful parented. Your life really starts to be shaped by your kid's lives. I feel Santa Monica is a sweet place for the girls to grow up...

  • The Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival Weekend Set to Sizzle at Barker Hanger

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 16, 2018

    The Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival will take flight on the 22nd to 26th August and is set to have overwhelming success taking place over 2 different locations, Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica Barkar Hangar. Spanning over 4 days, Angelinos will be treated to a scrumptious food and wine fiesta this year. This remarkable event offers the opportunity for guests to go on a food strolling adventure and have access to book signing and photo sessions with some of the world's best chefs. The...

  • Hollywood honors the Teen choice awards at the GBK Gifting Event

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 16, 2018

    Hollywood honors the Teens choice awards at the GBK Gifting Event August 16th, -Los Angeles, This Award season, GBK, the veteran Luxury Lifestyle Gifting and special events company honored the 2018 Teen Choice Awards Nominees by hosting its Annual Luxury Oscar gifting lounge. Held at Dave and Buster's in Hollywood, the official place to eat, drink, play and watch sports for young adults and families alike. This Awards season saw luxury lifestyle brands being showcased such as: 3DCheez, a unique...

  • Original Farmers Market comes alive for the Taste event Los Angeles

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 9, 2018

    The Original Farmers Market came alive on Tuesday, July 24 from 5-9pm for the "10th Annual Taste of Farmers Market". Guests enjoyed a "full" evening of mouth-watering tastes from over 50 of the Market's top-rated restaurants, grocers and eateries. Celebrating 84 years of great food and wine right here on the corner of Fairfax and third. Just some of the eateries and their offerings included: Gumbo by Gumbo Ya-Ya, Paella by Sur La Table, Boreka by The Village, Chicken Satay by Singapore Banana Le...

  • #RonanFarrow, #HarveyWeinstein #Glee #MeToo Converge at the #BeverlyHilton

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Aug 3, 2018

    The Hollywood radio and TV, gathered at the Beverly Hilton on July the 18th to have a rare conversation with Ryan Murphy moderated by Ronan Farrow. Murphy who is best known for hit shows like Glee, American Horror Story and American Crime Story took to the stage to discuss love, politics and life. Ronan farrow, the moderator is a Pulitzer winning for his ground breaking work in the piece he wrote for the New York Times, breaking the Harvey Weinstein story. Murphy is just coming off a career...

  • Mesut Özil Walks Away from German Team Alleging Racism on a Sad Day for German Football

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 27, 2018

    One of the most scandalous stories to hit the soccer world was yesterday's news surrounding mid-fielder Mesut Özil's departure from the German national team due to "racial and disrespect". A shocking departure following the 2018 world cup in Russia, of Arsenal star Özil, who also played for Germany and is of Turkish descent. In a statement, Özil writes: " It is with a heavy heart and after much consideration that because of recent events, I will no longer be playing for Germany at an in...

  • GBK Honors Sports' greatest at the 2018 ESPY AWARDS Celebrity Gifting Lounge

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 25, 2018

    Los Angeles, 19th July 2018: The ESPY Awards are what the Oscars are to actors and filmmakers. The highest recognition of talent and performance in Sport. During the 2018 ESPY AWARD seasons of the year, GBK was once again the sponsor for the Celebrity Gifting suite. This year they teamed up with premiere brands from all around the world to gift the most innovative and unique gifts to the guests in attendance. GBK, which has long been a leader in Luxury lifestyle gift lounges and special events,...

  • American Cancer Society Annual California Spirit 33 Gourmet Garden Party a Big Success

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Jul 25, 2018

    LOS ANGELES – July 15, 2018 – The American Cancer Society held their annual California Spirit 33 gourmet garden party at the lovely Sony studios in Culver city over the past weekend. This year, the ACS the 2018 Impact award to Chef Ming Tsai for his inspiring work in the fight against cancer through his leadership in the national non-profit Family Reach. Celebrity Chef and TV personality Javier Plascencia, was the host for this years event with Chef Jason Fullilove, owner of Barbara Jean LA pre...

  • Astrologer: Hugo's France Will Win The World Cup, Say The Stars

    Preity Uupala|Jul 14, 2018

    World famous astrologer predicts soccer World Cup winner They say it is all written in the stars. Destiny is not something anyone can escape from. For centuries, pundits have been using Astrology predictions for election astrology but the principles are the same and can be applied in the case of sports outcomes as well. With the tightly contested FIFA world cup happening in Russia presently, lets take a look and see if we can predict a champion this year. It is a bit trickier to predict the outc...

  • Ottoman Empire: BESH. In the Heart of Dubai, You Will Find the Most Authentic Turkish Kitchen

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 26, 2018

    Dubai is known for its incredible international cuisine and restaurant scene. All through the city, one can try different authentic style of foods and some of the best in the Middle East. Arabic food of course is very popular as is Lebanese and Persian. But one special kind of cuisines that is well loved in the emirates is Turkish cuisine. There are many amazing Turkish restaurants scattered all around Dubai but I had the great fortune if trying perhaps one of the most authentic Turkish Kitchen...

  • 11th Annual Madison & Mulholland Awards Season Gift Bag a very competitive award gifting suites.

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 11, 2017

    Award season has just ended and this year saw a very competitive award gifting suites. One of our favorites is of course the 11th Annual Madison & Mulholland Awards Season Gift Bag! As a leader in celebrity gifting since 2002, Madison & Mulholland has been a leader of celebrity gifting experience since 2002. With the rise in awareness of women's empowerment, the founder, Jane Ubell Meyer is has decided to present select nominees and A-list women in Hollywood with exclusive, ultra luxury The Madi...

  • Why Meryl Streep, Casey Affleck and Viola Davis get a luxury 6-day Hawaiian vacation at Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Kauai.

    Preity Uupala, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 7, 2017

    The awards season has just ended and undoubtedly one of the most exciting aspects is the award gifting bags and event. In honor of the academy awards, leading event management company Distinctive Assets is presenting the nominees with the "Everyone wins" nominee gift bag. Distinctive Assets have been independently producing these bags for the past 15 years and this year they bring the standard to a whole new level. Lash Fary, the founder of Distinctive Assets states: "our goal is not to...

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