December Newsletter

"Warmest holiday wishes from our homes to yours!

May this season bring joy, love, and cherished moments. Here’s to a happy and prosperous New Year!"🌴

From the Coastline to the Skyline...

Partner with Monet Berger and Laura Pardini

for unmatched expertise and full-service support

in Los Angeles and Manhattan.

Luxury Lives Here...How about you?

Hot Spots to Savor Right Now:

Monet's L.A. Pick: RVR

RVR in Venice—a place where California cool meets Japanese izakaya vibes, and your taste buds are guaranteed a night out they'll never forget. Chef Travis Lett is BACK!! Tucked into the ever-buzzing Abbot Kinney Boulevard, this spot is where minimalism marries flavor maximalism. It's like a zen garden for your appetite, except instead of sand and rocks, you get crispy chicken karaage and hand rolls that might just make you weep tears of joy.

Let’s talk food. The chicken karaage? It's got a crunch so satisfying it might have its own ASMR channel. Drizzled with a spicy-sweet chile-honey sauce, it’s basically the Beyoncé of bar snacks. The roasted maitake mushrooms with anchovy miso butter are so good, you’ll swear you hear them whisper, "You’re welcome.”  The Uni handroll is not to be missed, same with the duck meatballs. 

The cocktails are a vibe, too. Think gin Gibsons with house-pickled onions so fancy they probably have an agent. Pair that with a crisp French white wine, and you're living your best life one sip at a time.

The ambiance? Imagine dim lighting, cozy corners, and the kind of energy that says, "Yeah, we know we’re cool, but we’re not gonna rub it in." It’s date-night gold or the perfect spot to impress your out-of-town friend who thinks LA dining is all kale and quinoa.

In summary, RVR is where flavor, style, and laid-back Venice charm collide. Go for the food, stay for the vibes, and leave with a new standard for what a night out should taste like. Trust me, this place is worth the hype—and the inevitable parking headache.

Laura's N.Y. Pick: Sushi Lin

In the heart of th West Village, Sushi Lin offers an intimate omakase experience where artistry meets unmatched freshness. Chef Lin crafts each piece with meticulous care, blending tradition with a modern edge. For sushi lovers seeking a refined yet inviting dining escape, this is the spot!

Featured Listings in Los Angeles:

Sunset Strip-Hollywood Hills West - Just sold

3301 Adina Drive

2 BD 2 BA 1181 SF $1,840,000

Featured Listings in Manhattan:

in Contract w/in 26 days

7 Gramercy Park West, Unit 6D

2 BD 2 BA 1106 SF $1,775,000

The spotlight is on...Penny Rhodes!

Personal Stylist Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills & Digitally everywhere

Sprinkling Fashion Inspo in everyday life ✨

"What’s the most ‘OMG-I-need-this’ gift everyone will be talking about this season?

Personalized luxury gifts like custom-engraved Maison Francis Kurkdjian bottles are thoughtful and unique. For the ultimate indulgence, consider a Neiman Marcus Fantasy Gift—Messika jewelry paired with an African Safari experience, complete with gourmet meals, wellness activities, and framed professional photos.

What’s the most over-the-top, jaw-dropping request you’ve ever received from a client—and did you pull it off?

A client’s Paris Fashion Week dream came true despite the challenge of securing tickets (PFW is a hot ticket!) including Valentino's show. The highlight? Seeing Valentino, shopping on Rue St. Honoré, and dining at Le Grand Véfour, my client's childhood favorite restaurant—a magical week I proudly orchestrated.

If you could raid the closet of any celebrity or historical figure, whose would it be, and what’s the one piece you’d bring back to your clients?

Raid Coco Chanel's iconic four-pocket little black jacket and Jackie O's pink boucle suit are timeless pieces worth reviving. Fun fact: Jackie’s suit was made in America using Chanel-authorized materials, blending French chic with patriotic flair. For more Chanel inspiration, explore their official site.

What’s one item you always tell clients is worth the splurge, and what’s a trend that’s fun but not worth breaking the bank for?

Schiaparelli! If you want to be set apart from everyone else in the fashion world, it has to be Schiaparelli. We are so lucky to have the Maison’s boutique exclusively in Beverly Hills. It is produced with such limited availability, if you don’t get it the moment you fall in love with it, it is likely you’ll never see it again. Elsa Schiaparelli was a fashion designer in the 1930’s to the 50’s. Her designs celebrated eccentric surrealism while collaborating with her friends like Dali, Man Ray and Cocteau. Coco Chanel was her greatest rival.  Today, it has been reimagined by Creative Director Daniel Roseberry. Each piece has collector qualities. It’s a must have in every fashion lovers closet and worth the investment. This is ART.

Trend Time Machine

If you could bring back one iconic fashion trend from the past and make it a thing again, what would it be? And which trend do you think should stay buried forever?

The refinement of dressing to travel.I love how people used to dress when traveling. The gentlemen would wear a tailored suit, tie and hat when on plane. The ladies would dress as well in beautiful dresses, hats and gloves. It was so chic. I would love to go back in time and experience that era. 

On the opposite side of the spectrum I say bury bury bury goth and grunge!

Monet Berger

CA. Estate Agent|

DRE02032913

M: 310.498.1195

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Laura Pardini

Dual Licensed: N.Y. and CA.

NY Real Estate Salesperson

Broker Associate|DRE01066709

M: 310.991.9689

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