Zarah Burstein has traveled all over the world discovering unique food, fashion, and events in many different countries. Born in Manila, Philippines, Zarah’s family now resides in Virginia. She attended the College of William & Mary where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in American Studies, Art & Art History. She also studied Fashion Marketing & Trend forecasting in Paris, as well as Media at New York University. Zarah has an eclectic background and has experience in different industries including fashion at Nordstroms, entertainment at MTV Networks, publishing at Marie Claire Magazine and PR at Harrison & Shriftman. Zarah also wrote for Guest of a Guest in the Hamptons during the summer of 2010. When not writing for Haute Living, Zarah can be found on her blackberry doused in some form of social media, planning her next dinner party, at an art museum, or out and about exploring the newest restaurants, vast array of designers and hot spots in New York City. Connect with Zarah by e-mail or follow her on twitter @zarahmargarita.