Everything was perfect, right down to the guest list, most of whom\u00a0looked<\/em> like they need some anti-aging help! (Present company excepted, of course.) There should be a reunion party next year, after everybody reads the advice in the book, so we can see what a difference it makes.<\/p>\n Okay, that last paragraph was written semi-tongue-in-cheek, (and to make sure you’re paying attention to what you’re reading,) but the party was<\/em> really delightful. It was held on the penthouse patio of the Luxe Rodeo Hotel in Beverly Hills, which, thankfully had lots of heat lamps.<\/p>\n The guitarists. Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n As we got off the elevator, we were greeted by Dr. Berger himself, who graciously took pictures with everyone in attendance, and spent a lot of the evening signing his books for those who asked. And it was all done to beautiful live musical accompaniment provided by guitarists Adam Berger and Michael Lipp.<\/p>\n You know that feeding guests is always of paramount importance to me, and that they did, royally. It was a beautiful Mediterranean buffet, which pleased all the vegetarians and kosher-centric guests. Most parties don’t cater to those two groups, so I applaud this party planner for that thoughtfulness. There were falafel balls, curried potato samosas, hummus and olive tapenade with pita breads, Greek salad, and mozzarella chunks with three kinds of tomatoes.<\/p>\n Part of the buffet. Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n They were also many passed treats, such as two different kinds of pizzas, and tea sandwiches, which proves what I’ve long thought about this hotel\u2014that they should serve afternoon tea in the lobby. The best item was one for us carnivores–Chinese chicken salad, served in Chinese take-out containers, complete with chopsticks. I could’ve eaten a hundred of those, and would<\/em> have, if fabulous servers Louzolo and Erikka had their way. They were kind to everyone, but I feel that they actually went out of their way for me, which I really appreciated. (Possibly they felt bad for me when they saw my bandaged hands.)<\/p>\n Some of the desserts. Photo by Karen Salkin.<\/p><\/div>\n There was a separate array of desserts, which included something for everyone; there were mini cupcakes, chocolate covered strawberries, French macarons, cheese and crackers, and lots of fresh fruit. And, of course, an open bar which featured some specialty alcoholic beverage which I can’t tell you about since I don’t drink. But I think the main ingredient was pomegranate juice, which made it not that bad for you.<\/p>\n![\"The](\"http:\/\/itsnotaboutme.tv\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/IMG_0908-e1383007237628.jpg\")
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