The Portfolio
Insights into wealth management, alternative investments, market trends, and the art of modern philanthropy.

MGM Grand Buffet, an old school Las Vegas staple, closes its doors
After decades of endless prime rib and shrimp, the MGM Grand Buffet, a Las Vegas institution where kids under 10 ate free, will permanently close its doors on May 31, according to Bloomberg .

eBay co-founder Jeffrey Skoll acquires Virginia home
eBay co-founder and billionaire Jeffrey Skoll quietly acquired a $10.

Brown-Forman Halts Slane Irish Whiskey Production Indefinitely
Brown-Forman has indefinitely halted production at its Slane Irish whiskey distillery.

Ariana Grande's Former London Rental Lists for £16.95M
Occupying an entire floor, spanning nearly 9,700 square feet, the London penthouse Ariana Grande rented while filming 'Wicked' now enters the market for £16.95 million.

Una Pizza Napoletana Tops America's 50 Best Pizzerias List
For the fifth consecutive year, Una Pizza Napoletana in New York City has been crowned America's best pizzeria, according to Robb Report .

Ferrari's First EV, the Luce, Arrives with Four Doors and Five Seats
At $640,000, Ferrari's first fully electric car, the Luce, arrives with four doors and five seats, a stark departure from the brand's V12 heritage.

Light Paint Colors Make Small Bedrooms Feel Much Bigger
A single IKEA Sockerbit bin, with its ingenious split-lid design, can accommodate 15 folded sweaters or two-dozen T-shirts.

Italy's Pinot Nero Offers Red Burgundy Wine Alternatives
Imagine a bottle of Franz Haas Pinot Nero from Alto Adige, a sophisticated, oak-aged marvel, priced at just 30.

Jeremy King shares restaurant tips for perfect table.
After eyeing it for over 25 years, Jeremy King finally reopened Simpson's in the Strand in March, not to chase fleeting trends, but to champion a profound return to classic, communal dining.

Heaven Hill to Release 10-Year Rittenhouse Rye for 250th Anniversary
In May 2026, Heaven Hill will release a 10-year-old Rittenhouse Rye for $99.

Andy Warhol's Patek Philippe Calatrava Heads to Christie's Auction
Andy Warhol's Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref.

Colorado's 240-acre estate boasts Olympic arena, redefining luxury
Spanning 240 protected acres in Berthoud, Colorado, the Paragon Equestrian Centre features an outdoor competition arena inspired by Germany's prestigious Aachen, alongside a 10,000-square-foot main ho

Ted Turner Funds 2 Million Acres of Planet Rewilding
At 87, Ted Turner died on May 6, 2026, leaving 15 properties across the American West, Georgia, and Florida—two million acres dedicated to rewilding.

Ram Unleashes 777 HP Muscle Truck for 2027 Release
Ram is targeting a top speed of 170 mph for its new 1500 Rumble Bee SRT, a figure that would set a new record for a production pickup truck.

Wild Turkey Launches Gold Foil Edition Bourbon In New Collection
Wild Turkey's new Gold Foil Edition, a 16-year-old, 120-proof bourbon, will hit select markets at a staggering $400 per bottle.

Site of Reese Witherspoon's 'Fear' House Rebuilt as Modern Compound
The waterfront property once known as Reese Witherspoon's 'Fear' house, demolished and rebuilt into a sleek steel-and-glass compound, was recently listed for $13 million after failing to sell at $30 m

Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay earns 97 points, among Oregon's best
The entire 2022 vintage of Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay—3,522 bottles and 30 magnums—vanished into club members' cellars immediately upon release, according to Robb Report .