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Los Angeles, USA
Christine Grimm
Chief Concierge: Raffles L'Ermitage

Grimm has a concierge at the hotel since 1998. She previously worked at Beverly Hills Hotel and Sofitel LA.



Food & Drink Shopping Activities Outdoor
Best Gift for a Spouse
A silver bracelet from Chrome Hearts, on Melrose.

Or something from Erica Courtney (shop next to The Ivy), a hidden treasure.

Best Gallery For Buyers
Jonathan Novak.

He recently had very famous Warhol pieces on display.

Best Limo Service
Diva.

Best Tailor
Mrs. Irene.

She has a little shop on Robertson by the same name. She can do very intricate work: anything from runway or gala gowns to last-minute details.

Best Local Purchase
Bread from La Brea bakery. The bread is so good. Most famous is the raisin bread. The olive bread is very hearty.

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