Pool Season Is Starting At The Cosmopolitan! Tasty Cocktails and Fun!

  2023 Pool Season Offerings from The Cosmopolitan

Goldfish

Goldfish, The Cosmopolitan’s new resort-wear concept, will open to guests on Wednesday, March 1. Located on Level 2 of Boulevard Tower between Jason of Beverly Hills and REVIV, Goldfish will open daily from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. 

A symbol of luck and good fortune in many cultures, goldfish are represented in many ancient tales for granting wishes or making dreams come true. Goldfish at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas seeks to bring that same good fortune to every guest who enters. Featuring all-seasons leisurewear, the shop’s offerings will evolve each season, with swimwear and accessories like cover-ups, sunglasses, totes, hates and more in the spring/summer, and elevated athleisure in the fall/winter.

Boulevard Pool

Opening for the season on Friday, Feb. 24, Boulevard Pool sets the stage for some of this summer’s hottest poolside experiences. Surrounded by an energetic atmosphere, vibrant social scene and unobstructed views of the Las Vegas Strip, Boulevard Pool features a wide selection of experiences including the return of Dive In Movies, Sunset Cocktail Hour, poolside fitness classes and private cabanas and daybeds. Offering a pampering retreat, cabana and daybed reservations include a built-in food and beverage minimum, which waives the traditional rental fee and allows guests to experience more of what Boulevard Pool has to offer. Advanced reservations are recommended and can be made online.

• Cocktail Menu Highlights:

• Cake By The Ocean made with Bacardi Dragonberry Rum, Whistling Andy Hibiscus-Coconut Rum, Lustau Manzanilla Sherry, Guava, Lime, Mint and Soda

• Champagne on Ice made with Moet Ice Imperial Champagne, Belvedere Blackberry & Lemongrass Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower Liquer, Lemon Blue Raspberry

• Mango Passion Mule made with Suntory Roku Gin, St. George Basil, Chinola Passionfruit, Lime & Mango, Ginger Beer

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Dive In Movies

Every Monday from May 22 – Sept. 11 | Doors open at 7 p.m. | Movie starts at 8 p.m.

The Strip’s only rooftop poolside movie experience returns Monday, May 22, offering guests an exclusive viewing of classic and modern blockbusters on the resort’s 65-foot digital marquee alongside handcrafted, movie-themed cocktails and light bites, surrounded by the dazzling lights of the Las Vegas skyline. General admission to Dive In Movies is $15, or $10 for locals, with complimentary admission extended to hotel guests, members of Identity Membership & Rewards, first responders and military with a valid ID.

Tickets for Dive In Movies can be purchased online. Premium daybed and cabana reservations are available for purchase by emailing entertainmentcabanasales@cosmopolitanlasvegas.com or by calling 702.698.6797.

May 22            Ratatouille

May 29            Aquaman

June 5             Finding Nemo

June 12           The Goonies  

June 19           Elvis

June 26           Luca

July 3              Top Gun: Maverick

July 10            Crazy Rich Asians

July 17            Jurassic World Dominion

July 24            Moana

July 31            Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Aug. 7             The Parent Trap

Aug. 14           Black Adam

Aug. 21           Footloose

Aug. 28           Pulp Fiction

Sept. 4            Crazy Stupid Love

Sept. 11          Grease

Sunset Cocktail Hour

Every Friday | Friday, April 7 – September 22 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

This season, The Cosmopolitan’s hit poolside Sunset Cocktail Hour is expanding to two evenings. Every Thursday and Friday night, the North Bar at Boulevard Pool will transform into a one-of-a-kind cocktail lounge with incredible views of the city skyline. A festive soiree under the stars, Sunset Cocktail Hour gives guests a chance to indulge in some of the resort’s iconic signature drinks alongside exclusive specialty cocktails. New this year, an interactive, create-your-own daiquiri cart presented by Mount Gay Rum for guests to sip, savor and sway to live DJ sets while enjoying refreshing summer libations.

Poolside Fitness

Every 1st and 3rd Friday of every month | Friday, April 7 – September 15 at 7 a.m.

Guests can catch the sunrise and soak up the summer rays with a rejuvenating sunrise yoga session, sure to provide a revitalizing, yet relaxing experience for yogis of all levels. Situated atop the Boulevard Pool deck, each 60-minute class is $25 per person and includes a yoga mat and towel rental, and complimentary water. Reserve your spot online today at www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/boulevard-pool.

Overlook Grill

Open 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily

Opening for the season on Friday, Feb. 24, Overlook Grill is serving up al fresco American classics for breakfast and lunch alongside bottomless beverage options. Located just steps from Boulevard Pool, the restaurant is the perfect place for a late brunch or a post-workout pick me up. Guests can nosh on traditional and modern remixes, including vegan and gluten free options, of American favorites as they take in the poolside scene.

• “KFC” Korean Fried Cauliflower (Vegan, Gluten Free) crispy cider battered cauliflower, sweet & spicy sauce, Asian pear, furikake seasoning

• California Chilaquiles (Vegan, Gluten Free) refried beans, salsa roja, shaved onion, avocado, tofu scramble, vegan lime crema

• Avocado Toast Benedict avocado, marinated tomatoes, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, served with breakfast potatoes

• Cinnamon Roll French Toast egg custard dipped, maple cream cheese, bruleed tableside

The Chelsea Pool

Designed with relaxation in mind, The Chelsea Pool is open daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. An indulgent escape from the energy of The Strip, Chelsea Pool guests are encouraged to kick back, relax and recharge with mouthwatering bites, refreshing cocktails and poolside spa offerings. Guests can experience the pool to its fullest with a luxury cabana or daybed reservation complete with a dedicated server, complimentary fruit plate, fully stocked fridge and more. Cabana and daybed reservations can be made in advance online.

Cocktail Menu Highlights:

• Southern Charm made with Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, Giffard Peach, Lavender Infused Tea, Strawberry Lemonade

• Summer Fling made with Ciroc Summer Watermelon Vodka, Casa Luigi Sparkling Rose, Svol Aquavit, Dragonfruit, Lemon and a pinch of Maldon Salt

• MFM Exotic Tropical Fruit made with Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, Lime and Exotic Tropical Fruit

Marquee Dayclub

Marquee Dayclub will kick off pool party season Friday, March 3. Spanning 40,000 square-feet with three uniquely different experiences, Marquee Dayclub & Nightclub is the premier entertainment hotspot on the Las Vegas Strip featuring luxury cabanas, VIP bottle service and a world-class DJ lineup including Greg Lopez (March 3), Mike Attack (March 4), Escobar (March 5) and DJ CLA (March 10).

For more information on upcoming events or to reserve a table, please visit www.marqueelasvegas.com

 

About The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is a unique luxury resort and casino that offers a decidedly different perspective. Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, The Cosmopolitan’s distinct vertical multi-tower design features more than 3,000 guestrooms with residential living spaces, private terraces and breathtaking views of the city skyline. Luxury amenities include a premier lineup of world-class culinary experiences; an intriguing mix of bars, nightclubs and entertainment venues; 100,000-square-foot-casino; award-winning spa, salon and fitness center; unrivaled pool district and an eclectic line-up of hand-selected boutiques. For more information visit: www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com.

Full List Of Summer Events At Topgolf Las Vegas!

Break out the bathing suits and get ready to party all summer long at Topgolf Las Vegas as they launch Hideaway Pool at Topgolf. Unique to Topgolf, the pool features a swim up bar, a colossal poolside screen, and summertime brings an array of special events and live entertainment. Kids will also get in on the fun this summer with Topgolf’s Kids Summer Academy for kids who have an interest in learning the dynamics of golf. Topgolf has also moved to summer hours and will be open from 9 a.m. until 2 a.m. daily.

POOL & CABANAS
Hideaway Pool at Topgolf is open daily from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. for guests 21+. The pool is open to the public with no entry fee, and lounge chairs and day beds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Guests can enjoy food and beverage service on the pool deck and at the swim up bar with selections from Topgolf’s extensive menu. Games such as beer pong, flip cup and cornhole will also be available for poolside entertainment. Cabana rentals start at $250 and can fit up to eight guests. For specific pricing and reservations guests can contact lasvegasevents@topgolf.com.


KIDS SUMMER ACADEMY
Kids will have some summer fun at Topgolf’s Summer Academy, an exciting five-week program that educates kids on all aspects of the sport including proper etiquette, understanding of the rules and learning how to chip, putt and complete a full swing. Each academy is taught by a golf teaching professional and staffed with a low student-to-instructor ratio to ensure each kid receives in depth and hands-on attention. The Summer Academy takes place Monday through Friday beginning June 12 and ending July 14 from 9 a.m. until noon. The cost is $249* per child, per week, plus applicable taxes and fees and includes entrance to the academy, Topgolf gameplay with golf instruction, lifetime membership card, lunch will be provided, one Topgolf Summer Academy T-shirt, one junior golf glove, a Topgolf gift, and a certificate of completion. Kids who are interested in joining must be between the ages of six to 12 and 13 to 16. Golf clubs will be provided onsite, but children are welcome to bring their own clubs. Visit www.topgolf.com/lasvegas for more information on how to register.
*Early bird registration is available for $224 per child, per week if registration is completed by May 31.


DRIVE + DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHT
To elevate the pool experience at Hideaway Pool, Hideaway will feature Drive + Dive-In Movie Night. Beginning May 18, guests 21+ can lounge by or in the pool while enjoying a movie on the massive poolside big screen. Drive + Dive-In Movie Night takes place every other Thursday with movies beginning at 8 p.m. Movie list includes:

·         May 18 – Caddy Shack
·         June 1 – Vacation
·         June 15 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
·         June 29 – Mean Girls
·         July 13 – The Big Lebowski

SPECIAL EVENTS AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Topgolf offers unique entertainment experiences in their facility for locals and tourists and will host concerts, DJ sets, parties, monthly luaus with Kona Brewing Company, and is home to Dee Jay Silver’s Country Club Sundays at Hideaway all summer long.

Friday, May 12
Doin’ Time
The Toyota Yard
8 p.m.
FREE
Doin’ Time is the premier tribute band to Sublime. Long Beach-based, Chris Martin sings and plays guitar with the sounds and vibes of Sublime with Scott Taylor on bass deep grooving and scaling down the neck Sublime style, while Mike Gray lays down the beat with his scuffle rock reggae style. All three come together to bring the fans timely sounds and vibes that Sublime was known for.


Friday, May 26 and Saturday, May 27
Electric Beethoven
The Toyota Yard; Birdie Bar
Friday at 8 p.m. in The Toyota Yard; Saturday at 11:59 p.m. in Birdie Bar
FREE
Putting a fresh and ambitious spin on the classical repertoire, Electric Beethoven is a group that combines the music of Ludwig van Beethoven with rock, jazz, funk, electric, and improvisational influences. Electric Beethoven was formed by bassist Reed Mathis, known for his work with Tea Leaf Green, Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, and a number of Grateful Dead-related projects including Bill & the Kids and the Rhythm Devils. Mathis has long been passionate about classical music, and Electric Beethoven began as a project to bring his rock and classical influences together. For the group’s first album, 2016’s Beathoven, Mathis collaborated with over a dozen musicians, each in groups of three, as they performed new arrangements of Beethoven’s Third and Sixth Symphonies. After the completing the album, Mathis formed a touring version of Electric Beethoven to perform the new arrangements for live audiences. Along with Mathis, the official Electric Beethoven band includes percussionist Jay Lane, keyboardist Todd Stoops and guitarist Clay Welch.

Sunday, May 28
80’s Station
The Toyota Yard
7 p.m.
FREE
80’s Station is Las Vegas’ finest ’80s tribute band. Featuring the two lead singers from long running ’80s band Loveshack, Matt Gucu (Devo) and Tiffany Fredianelli (Kate) have joined forced to do what they do best…the ’80s! Together, the members of 80’s Station offer uncanny renditions of tunes from the MTV generation. The band’s successful formula has been working now for almost 20 years. Some of the larger clients that 80’s Station has had the pleasure of entertaining include HBO, Cisco, IBM, Wyndam, Jade, Sonic Health Care and more.

Thursday, June 22
The Sextones
The Toyota Yard
8 p.m.
FREE
Description: From the wild deserts of Reno, NV., The Sextones are a group of music renegades known for viciously executed soul compositions and white-knuckle driving funk. With Mark Sexton on guitar accompanied by the commanding rhythm section of Alexander Korostinsky on bass, Daniel Weiss on drums and Ryan Taylor on keys, this band is redefining the sound of modern soul. Their musical chemistry began forming in grade school, and as young adults their chops defy their age. Eager to hit the road, the band started touring heavily during high school, often lying about their age to play in dingy bars. In 2016, The Sextones are gaining recognition on the major festival circuit and beyond, with appearances at Railroad Earth’s Hangtown Halloween Ball and Wanderlust Festival in Tahoe. Tipping their hats to the days of Tower of Power and Stevie Wonder, The Sextones are forging the path for a new generation of funk and soul.

Friday, June 23
Con Brio
The Toyota Yard
8 p.m.
FREE
Formed in 2013, Con Brio is the offspring of seven musicians with diverse backgrounds but a shared love for the vibrant Bay Area funk and psychedelic-soul sound pioneered by groups like Sly & The Family Stone. By 2015, when the band self-produced their debut EP, Kiss the Sun, Con Brio had already become a West Coast institution on the strength of their magnetic live show. After a busy 2015 spent touring the U.S. and Europe, playing alongside veterans Galactic and Fishbone, and racking up critical acclaim on proving grounds like Austin City Limits – they headed home to parlay their momentum, chemistry and tight live sound into a full-length record, Paradise, released internationally in 2016. After performing live throughout 2016, the team is thrilled to finally put this record in people’s hands, to spread music that shakes away the daily grind and nurtures listener’s dreams about their version of paradise on Earth might look like, even for the duration of a song.

Thursday, July 6
Big Something
The Toyota Yard
7:30 p.m.
FREE
A six-piece powerhouse with a sound that is both unique and timeless, Big Something fuses elements of rock, pop, funk and improvisation to take listeners on a journey through a myriad of musical styles. It’s no secret why this group has quickly become one of the most exciting new bands to emerge from the Southeast. Soaring guitars, synths, horns and alluring vocal hooks rise to the top of their infectious collection of songs and represent a sound that has caught the ears of such revered summer circuit stalwarts as Galactic, moe., Robert Randolph, the B-52s, who have all tapped Big Something as direct support. In 2016, the group dropped their fourth full-length album Tumbleweed, which was recorded by Grammy-nominated producer John Custer (Corrosion of Conformity). He produced all of their albums including Truth Serum which was named 2014 Album of the Year by The Homegrown Music Network, making Big Something the only band ever to win this award three times with three different releases.

Thursday, July 20
Sidewalk Chalk
The Toyota Yard
8 p.m.
$10 General Admission – Tickets on sale Friday, May 5 at 10 a.m.
Sidewalk Chalk is the evolution of hip-hop, soul, and jazz. Their third album, Shoulder Season, was released on Ropeadope Records. The follow-up, titled An Orchid Is Born, will be released in June and is co-produced by Robert “Sput” Searight (Kendrick Lamar, Snarky Puppy, Kirk Franklin). This Chicago-based seven-piece band has toured internationally since 2014, and has shared stages with Snarky Puppy, De La Soul, D'Angelo, Questlove, and Hiatus Kaiyote. Sidewalk Chalk will be performing Kanye West’s groundbreaking debut album The College Dropout in its entirety at their Topgolf Las Vegas performance.

Saturday, July 22
Mojo Green
The Toyota Yard
8 p.m.
FREE
Exploding from the shadows of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Mojo Green has been staking their claim as one of the region’s premier horn-driven funk and soul dance bands. The seven-piece female fronted outfit has played hundreds of shows taking their high energy, hard hitting, crazy dance party to storied venues and festivals across the West Coast.

Industry Pool Party at Hideaway: Mondays* from Noon – 6 p.m.
Industry Launch Party
May 1
DJ: DJ Stretch

May 8
DJ: DJ The Kreepz

May 15
DJ: DJ Stretch

May 22
DJ: DJ The Kreepz

Tuesday, May 30*
DJ: DJ Stretch

Cinco De Mayo Weekend at Hideaway
Cinco De Mayo Party
Friday, May 5
DJ: DJ EarwaxXx
Strolling Mariachi Band throughout Topgolf Las Vegas
Time: starting at 7:30 p.m.

Kentucky Derby Viewing
Saturday, May 6
DJs: DJ Quira noon – 3 p.m., DJ Ryne Pineda starting at 6 p.m.

Dee Jay Silver’s Country Club Sundays at Hideaway
May 7
DJs: DJ CB Shaw noon – 3 p.m., DJ B-Radical 3 – 6 p.m., DJ Maria Romano 6 – 10 p.m.

Memorial Day Weekend at Hideaway
Friday, May 26
DJ: DJ Amanda Rose
Time: Noon – 6 p.m.

Date: Saturday, May 27
DJs: DJ CB Shaw noon – 3 p.m., Dee Jay Silver 3 – 6 p.m.

Dee Jay Silver’s Country Club Sundays at Hideaway
May 28
DJs: DJ B-Radical noon – 3 p.m., Dee Jay Silver 3 – 6 p.m.

Monday, May 29
DJs: DJ EarwaxXx noon – 3 p.m., DJ J-Nice 3 – 9 p.m.

Dee Jay Silver’s Country Club Sundays at Hideaway
May 14
DJs: DJ B-Radical noon – 3 p.m., DJ CB Shaw 3 – 6 p.m.., DJ EarwaxXx 6 – 10 p.m.

May 21
DJs: DJ CB Shaw noon – 3 p.m., DJ B-Radical 3 – 6 p.m., DJ Maria Romano 6 – 10 p.m.

June 4
DJs: DJ CB Shaw noon – 3 p.m., DJ B-Radical 3 – 6 p.m. DJ TBD 6- 10 p.m.

June 11
DJs:  DJ B-Radical noon – 3 p.m., DJ CB Shaw 3 – 6 p.m. DJ TBD 6 – 10 p.m.

June 18
DJs: DJ CB Shaw noon – 3 p.m., DJ Shane Hayes 3 – 6 p.m., DJ TBD 6 – 10 p.m.

June 25
DJs: DJ Shane Hayes noon – 3 p.m., DJ CB Shaw 3 – 6 p.m., DJ TBD 6 – 10 p.m.

Topgolf Las Vegas operates daily from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Bay pricing starts at $30 per hour for up to six players and varies depending on bay location and time of day. Nevada locals receive a 20% discount on bay time. General admittance into Topgolf is free of charge. For cabana and VIP reservations, please contact lasvegasevents@topgolf.com.

For more information, visit www.topgolf.com/lasvegas or call (702) 933-8458. Follow Topgolf Las Vegas on social media at facebook.com/topgolflasvegas or on twitter - twitter.com/TopgolfLasVegas.

4627 Koval Lane
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(702) 933-8458

Latest Updates And Entertainment Schedule For Rí Rá Las Vegas

Crafted in the warm pub style of 19th century Ireland, Rí Rá Las Vegas is located inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place.  The authentic Irish pub features a multitude of artifacts that were carefully restored in Wicklow, Ireland and shipped to their new home in Las Vegas. Rí Rá Las Vegas contains an authentic Victorian Shop bar that began its life in Ireland in the 1880s, a whiskey bar adorned with an original glazed jewelry cabinet from 1900, an oak floor from a whiskey distillery and an 8-foot-tall, 500-pound carved plaster statue of St. Patrick dating back to 1850.  The pub hosts live entertainment seven nights a week in a music room constructed with artifacts dating back to 1890 from the Olympia Theater in Dublin, Ireland. Born and raised in Dublin, Rí Rá Las Vegas owners David Kelly and Ciaran Sheehan have been close friends since they were 14-years-old. Kelly and Sheehan later partnered with Jay Luther, whom Kelly met while working for Guinness. Rí Rá Las Vegas is one of nine pubs the trio has opened in the U.S.

DINING
Christmas Day Menu
On Sunday, Dec. 25, Rí Rá Las Vegas will celebrate Christmas with a specialty dinner menu, available from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., while supplies last. Specialty entrées include: Irish Christmas Dinner ($22.95), roasted turkey and gravy served with a sage and onion stuffing, roasted potatoes, Brussels sprouts and a carrot and parsnip mash; and Ham Christmas Dinner ($22.95), ham glazed with orange juice, clove and honey, served with sautéed green beans, Yukon smashed potato, Jameson honey glazed carrots and homemade cranberry sauce. For dessert, guests can indulge in a warm Apple Pie ($8), featuring fresh baked cinnamon and sugar spiced apples, topped with vanilla ice cream.

New Year’s Eve Menu
To help guests ring in the New Year, Rí Rá Las Vegas will offer a specialty dinner menu on Saturday, Dec. 31, including Charred Pork Belly Scallops ($18.95), pan-seared scallops perched atop char-grilled pork belly with imported Ballymaloe tomato relish and a mixed leaves demisalad; Prime Rib Carvery ($24.95), 12-ounce prime rib slow roasted daily and served with garlic green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy and topped with Guinness au jus (limited supply only); Half Rack of Lamb ($32.95), grilled half rack of herb crusted New Zealand lamb with a Dijon and shallot pan sauce, zesty ratatouille and stacked russet potato frites; and Beef Wellington ($32.95), beef tenderloin cooked medium, wrapped with mushroom duxelle and golden baked puff pastry topped with house steak sauce and served with creamy pub mash and garlic green beans. Throughout the day, guests will quench their thirst with the specialty cocktail dubbed the Black Velvet Cocktail ($7.75) – Guinness and Champagne served in a champagne glass.

Afternoon Tea
Every day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Rí Rá Las Vegas offers Afternoon Tea, which offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a tea of their choice with a selection of afternoon treats. Priced at $22 per person, afternoon tea includes a pot for two of your choice of tea, six finger sandwiches, freshly baked homemade fruit scones, served with fresh cream and raspberry or strawberry Irish preserve, as well as miniature desserts such as napoleons, raspberry roulade, fruit tartlets and chocolate-dipped macaroons.

Local Friday lunch discounts are not available for the afternoon tea menu.

Locals Lunch and Dinner Special
Rí Rá Las Vegas continues to offer locals 40 percent off lunch and dinner food items every Friday. Guests must present a valid Nevada ID to receive the discount. This special cannot be combined with other offers.

ENTERTAINMENT
Guests can enjoy live, authentic Irish music nightly during dinner and evening hours with many of the bands coming directly from Ireland.

Irish New Year’s Eve Toast at 4 p.m.
On Saturday, Dec. 31, Rí Rá Las Vegas will celebrate 2017 in true Irish fashion while live streaming festivities straight from Ireland as they ring in Ireland’s New Year with a special toast at 4 p.m. (PST) and performance by The Black Donnellys. The pub will keep the party going all night long as The Black Donnellys take the stage again at 8:45 p.m., with a second toast at midnight for Las Vegas New Year.

The Black Donnellys
Dec. 1, 4 and 27 – 29 at 8:45 p.m.
Dec. 31 at 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.

The Black Donnellys is a traditional / folk rock band consisting of Dave Browne and Dave Rooney. Browne, who is also a Guinness World Record holder for marathon guitar playing, plays mandolin and guitar, while Rooney, who is known for his unique voice, sings lead vocals. The band performs a fun selection of folk and traditional Irish songs that provide an entertaining introduction to the historical origins of Irish music. In October 2014, the band contributed to Rí Rá’s Guinness World Record for longest concert by multiple artists.

John Windsor
Dec. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 8:45 p.m.

A permanent entertainment fixture in Irish pubs throughout Las Vegas for more than a decade, John Windsor is a multi-talented performer who provides nonstop entertainment throughout his sets by blending guitar, harmonica and amazing vocals into one spectacular performance.

The Shams
Dec. 13 – 15 and 17 at 8:45 p.m.
Dec. 16 and 17 at 9 p.m.

The Shams, known for their hard rocking, punked-up beat and raw, powerful vocals, were established in 2011 in San Francisco. With their award-winning EP “One and All,” The Shams, lead by frontman Sean Daly of Donegal, Ireland, will provide listeners with an Irish music experience unlike anything heard before.

Celtic Crown
Dec. 20 – 22 and 25 at 8:45 p.m.
Dec. 23 and 24 at 9 p.m.

Known for their lively and spirited renditions of popular Irish music that ranges from traditional to rock, Celtic Crown will create an evening of Irish sounds guests are sure to never forget. Featuring the musical talents of Sharon Lynn Rezendes, Jimmy Conway, Robbie Murphy and Brett Barnes, Celtic Crown will celebrate the holidays with festive music throughout each evening.

Follow Rí Rá Las Vegas on Facebook - www.facebook.com/RiRaLasVegas, Twitter- twitter.com/riravegas

The Shoppes at Mandalay Place
Las Vegas, Nevada
(702) 632-7771

Help Out Best Buddies! Superhero Ball Coming Up On Nov. 5th!

The secret identities of friends, donors and supporters will be revealed at Best Buddies Nevada’s 8th annual Superhero Ball beginning at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, inside the Grand Ballroom at The Mirage Resort & Casino.

The charity gala will feature a cocktail reception, a gourmet dinner, an exclusive silent auction and more as Best Buddies Nevada celebrates the state’s biggest advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Special guests will include honoree Sean McElwee, cast member of A&E’s hit TV show, “Born This Way”; John Carlin, senior director, major gifts & planned giving for Best Buddies International, who will speak on the powerful impact Best Buddies has had in the workplace; and emcees Sean McAllister and Rachel Smith of FOX 5’s “MORE” and “MORE Access.”

Following the dinner, guests will enjoy a special performance by Bella Electric Strings, culminating in a lively after-party that invites all heroes to dance the night away. Best Buddies will welcome guests, sponsors, teachers, students, buddies and more together in celebration and support for the organization, which creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with IDD.

The gala’s theme will be to honor the community leaders who often stay in the shadows, or hide behind masks, but deserve a hero’s recognition for the work that they do for people with IDD. Best Buddies Nevada Superhero Ball is presented by MGM Resorts International with sponsors including Caesars Foundation, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, and the Engelstad Family Foundation.

Guests are encouraged to dress in cocktail attire for the upscale event, although additional capes, masks and themed items are welcomed. Individual tickets start at $325, with sponsorship levels still available. Reservations and more information are available at www.bestbuddies.org/superhero.

FOOD! Lunch & Dining Specials At The South Point Hotel & Casino

Featuring more than 2,100 guestrooms, South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa overlooks the famous Las Vegas Strip and the serenity of the surrounding mountainscape. Each oversized guest room features state-of-the-art LED televisions as well as WiFi with high-speed internet connections. Guests visiting South Point will experience affordable luxury through a casino offering top-of-the-line gaming technology, more than 60 table games and a race and sports book area featuring separate viewing areas for both horse racing and general sporting events; 11 restaurants. Here  are the restaurant specials:

Monday Night Pigskin Parties 
The South Point Showroom will host weekly Monday Night Pigskin Viewing Parties throughout football season, beginning on Monday, Sept. 12. During all viewing parties guests can win exciting cash prizes while enjoying drink specials, including bottomless Budweiser and Bud Light drafts for $15, five-beer buckets of Budweiser and Bud Light for $12, $5 Coors Light drafts, $5 Jose Cuervo shots and $4 Fireball shots. Throughout September, the featured drink of the month is Crown Royal Honey, with shots available for $4. In addition, food specials will include popcorn for $1, hot dogs for $1, pizza for $3, Italian subs for $4 and wings for $5. Doors for the viewing parties will open at 4:30 p.m.

Professional Football Specials
Throughout professional football season, South Point Hotel & Casino bars will offer drink specials, including Budweiser and Bud Light drafts for $2 and five-beer buckets of Budweiser and Bud Light for $12.

 BAJA MIGUEL’S
Baja Miguel’s Updated Menu
Baja Miguel’s offers new items, including the Chimichanga Poblana ($15.95); Chimichanga Del Mar ($16.95); Mini Tostadas ($7.95); Fiesta Plato ($16.95); Chile Colorado ($17.95); Chicken Mazatlan ($16.95); Red Snapper Pacifica ($19.95); Frontera Special ($21.95) and Guava Mousse Cake ($4.95).

$3 Tequila Time Happy Hour at Baja Miguel’s Tequila Bar
South Point’s Baja Miguel’s Tequila Bar offers a $3 Tequila Time happy hour special Wednesday through Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. The happy hour party includes margaritas, shots of Cuervo and Corona beer.

$9.95 Meal Deals
Baja Miguel’s offers $9.95 meal deals Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The specialty menu includes the choice of two items, including Chicken, Beef or Cheese Enchiladas; Chicken or Beef Flautas; Chicken, Ground or Shredded Beef Tacos and Chili Relleno. Entrées include Mexican Rice and Refried Beans. The $9.95 special includes frozen margarita, soft drink or Fideo soup. In addition, guests will enjoy complimentary fresh tortilla chips served with salsa, guacamole and bean dip for the table. Each entrée includes a side of rice and beans.

BIG SUR OYSTER BAR
 “What the Shuck!?” Lunch Specials and Half-Priced Oysters and Clams
South Point’s Big Sur Oyster Bar’s popular “What the Shuck!?” lunch special features menu items starting at $7.95. Diners will enjoy a variety of options, including Big Sur Pasta Bowl, Shrimp Alfredo, Popcorn Shrimp and Scallops, Oyster Po’ Boy, Tuna Melt and Fish Tacos. In addition, Big Sur Oyster Bar features half-price oysters and clams on the half shell. These specials are available Monday through Thursday from noon to 4 p.m.

BOWLING COFFEE & SNACK BAR
 Bowling Coffee & Snack Bar Menu
Now open at 8 a.m., the Bowling Coffee & Snack Bar is located in the bowling center on the second floor, where guests can pick up their favorite beverage to start the day off right. The menu includes items such as artisan coffee, Caffé Latte, Mocha, Tea, Oregon Chai Tea Latter, Cappuccino, Hot Chocolate and a Starbuck’s Frappuccino. Guests can also order from a variety of food items, including fresh pastries, Krispy Kreme, oatmeal, parfaits, fruit cups, bagels, pizza, salads, pretzels, bagels, wraps and nachos.

CORONADO CAFÉ
$8.95 Daily Lunch Menu Items
South Point Hotel’s Coronado Café serves $8.95 daily lunch specials, including:

·         Monday: Salisbury Steak, seasoned ground beef steak grilled and topped with sautéed onions, mushroom gravy, served with mashed potatoes and the vegetable of the day; Island Salad, grilled chicken breast with mixed greens, cucumbers, red and yellow peppers, green onions, mango, pineapple with macadamia nuts and tossed in a citrus vinaigrette with crisp wontons.

·         Tuesday: Homemade Meatloaf, oven-baked meatloaf with mushroom sauce, served with mashed potatoes and a side of vegetable; Coronado Chicken Salad, grilled and diced chicken breast served over baby kale, quinoa, arugula, teardrop tomatoes, dried cranberries and blue cheese, topped with apple cider vinaigrette.

·         Wednesday: Swiss Steak, simmered in a rich red wine sauce, served with buttered noodles and seasonal vegetables; Western Chicken Salad Bowl, grilled chicken breast, diced and served with chopped romaine lettuce, crumbled bacon, black beans, corn, tossed with a smoked tomato ranch dressing and fried onion strings.

·         Thursday: Parmesan Crusted Boneless Pork Cutlet, grilled with mustard cream and served with mashed potatoes and apple compote; Chopped Chicken Salad, chopped iceberg lettuce tossed with diced chicken, tomato, cucumber, red onions, sliced black olives, served with a red wine vinaigrette and topped with crumbled feta cheese.

·         Friday: Seafood Creole, scallops, shrimp and seasonal seafood served over rice pilaf and topped with a Creole sauce, onions, peppers, tomatoes and Cajun spices; Southern Chicken Salad, lettuce topped with fried chicken, diced tomato, green peas, crumbled bacon, green onions and topped with honey mustard dressing.

·         Saturday: Roast Loin of Pork, served with pan gravy, red cabbage and mashed potatoes; Southern Style Chicken Cutlet, marinated in buttermilk and golden fried, topped with cheddar cheese and served with bacon mashed potatoes, cut corn, crisp onion strings and a chipotle barbeque sauce.

·         Sunday: Roast Turkey Dinner, served with sage dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, glazed yams and vegetables; Vito’s Pasta served with chicken breast, mushrooms, asparagus tips, sun dried tomato strips and topped with an alfredo cream sauce.

“South Point Late Nite” Graveyard Specials
Coronado Café offers a delicious selection of graveyard specials from midnight to 6 a.m. Guests can select from a specially prepared menu featuring Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy ($2.95), Two Eggs with Bacon or Sausage ($3.45), Steak and Eggs ($4.95), Pancake Sandwich ($3.95), Ham Steak and Eggs ($3.95) and a Cheeseburger ($3.95). All guests must be 21 or older with a valid form of ID.

$1 Bloody Marys/Mimosas and $2 Irish Coffees
South Point Casino offers guests the option of $1 Bloody Marys or Mimosas at all casino bars and the Coronado Café. Guests can also enjoy refreshing Bailey’s Irish Cream and coffee for $2 at any of the casino bars. This special is available daily from 6 a.m. to noon.

DON VITO’S
Wine of the Month Special Features $20 Bottles – Just Updated
Throughout September, Don Vito’s will host a wine of the month special featuring bottles of wine for $20 per bottle. Guests can choose between William Hill Central Coast Chardonnay or Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon. For each bottle sold, $1 will benefit local students through the Epicurean Charitable Foundation. For more information about the foundation please head to www.ecflv.org.

GARDEN BUFFET
 Beginning Saturday, Oct. 1, South Point’s Garden Buffet will feature updated prices for all buffet meals.

Themed Buffet Menus

·         Sunday through Thursday: South Point’s Garden Buffet offers guests a juicy Prime Rib and fresh Peel & Eat Shrimp dinner buffet every Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. The dinner buffet is available for $15.95 with a Casino Club Card or $19.95 without a Casino Club Card.

·         Friday and Saturday: South Point’s Garden Buffet offers a seafood buffet experience for $25.95 with a Casino Club Card or $29.95 without a Casino Club Card. Guests have the option to choose from a selection of dishes, including Peal and Eat Shrimp, Oyster on the Half Shell, Fried Shrimp, Steamed and Baked Clams, Snapper Vera Cruz, Chilled and Steamed Crab Legs, Sushi Nigiri Rolls, Seafood Enchiladas and more. Also included in the buffet are carving stations featuring Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Chinese Style Orange Roughy and Maple Glazed Roast Salmon. In addition, the buffet offers a variety of seasonal salads, hand-crafted chowders and farm-fresh vegetables. The Seafood buffet includes one glass of wine per guest and is available every Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10 p.m.

Lunch Buffet
Beginning Saturday, Oct. 1, the Garden Buffet will be serving lunch Monday through Friday 11 a.m. through 3 p.m. for $9.95 with a Casino Club Card or $13.95 without a Casino Club Card.

Unlimited Bloody Marys During Breakfast Buffet – Monday through Friday – Just Updated
South Point offers unlimited Bloody Marys during the Garden Buffet’s Breakfast Buffet for $8.95 with a Casino Club Card or $10.95 without a Casino Club Card. The breakfast buffet is available Monday through Friday from 7 to 10 a.m.

Garden Buffet Serves Unlimited Mimosas – Every Saturday and Sunday – Just Updated
South Point’s Garden Buffet offers brunch guests the opportunity to enjoy unlimited Mimosas for $16.95 with a Casino Club Card or $19.95 without a Casino Club Card. The brunch buffet is available every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

KATE’S KORNER
 Smoothie Menu
Kate’s Korner offers guests an extensive menu of 24-ounce smoothie options, including Coconut Café Mocha, Berry Pucker, Caramel Coffee Frappe and Spa Fresh for $4.95.  In addition, Kate’s Korner offers smoothies such as Healthy Morning, made with blueberry, strawberry, oatmeal, protein powder and nonfat vanilla yogurt; Green Machine, with spinach, kale, banana, mango and orange juice; Peanut Butter Crunch blending banana, peanuts, peanut butter, protein powder and yogurt. Kate’s Korner opens daily at 8 a.m.

PRIMARILY PRIME RIB
Wine of the Month Special Features $20 Bottles
Throughout September, Primarily Prime Rib will host a wine of the month special featuring bottles of wine for $20 per bottle. Guests can choose between William Hill Central Coast Chardonnay or Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon. For each bottle sold, $1 will benefit local students through the Epicurean Charitable Foundation. For more information about the foundation please head to www.ecflv.org.

POOL MENU
 South Point Pool
The South Point Pool features an updated menu, including signature cocktails for $7.50 such as the Antioxidant Cooler, Bloody Mary, Berry Blast, Cherry Lemonade, Pina Colada, Margarita, Mojito Classic, Peach Lemonade and Berry-licious Lemonday. Additionally, guests can purchase all cocktails in a coconut head for $16.50. Guests looking for a snack while enjoying time in the sun can purchase food at the pool Friday through Sunday. Menu items include, vegetable sticks and dip; Sabra Classic Hummus with pretzels; chicken fingers; mozzarella sticks; Nachos Grande; hot dogs; turkey and avocado wrap; Coronado Cheese Burger and more.


SILVERADO STEAKHOUSE
Wine of the Month Special Features $20 Bottles – Just Updated
Throughout September, Silverado Steakhouse will host a wine of the month special featuring bottles of wine for $20 per bottle. Guests can choose between William Hill Central Coast Chardonnay or Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon. For each bottle sold, $1 will benefit local students through the Epicurean Charitable Foundation. For more information about the foundation please head to www.ecflv.org.

STEAK ‘N SHAKE
Happy Hour
Steak ‘n Shake offers guests a happy hour special featuring a 50 percent discount on all milkshakes and drinks Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m.

ZENSHIN
Happy Hour and Reverse Happy Hour
Zenshin offers guests a daily happy hour special featuring a 50 percent discount on select items from 2 to 6 p.m. In addition, Zenshin offers a reverse happy hour Friday and Saturday from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. and Sunday through Thursday from 9 to 11 p.m. Diners have the opportunity to relax after a busy day with $7 cocktails, $4 beers and $5.50 wines. A special happy hour dining menu features appetizers including Edamame ($3), Seaweed Salad ($4), Tempura Onion Rings ($4), Steam Shrimp Shumai ($5), Fried Oysters ($5), Chicken Lettuce Wraps ($5) and more. Guests also can select from an abundance of specialty sushi rolls, including 777 ($6), Spider ($6), Crunch ($5), Spicy Tuna ($5) and more. In addition, the happy hour menu puts a twist on the traditional pizza with Blackened Tuna ($7), Teriyaki Chicken ($7) and Garden Vegetable ($7) options.

Beverage Menu
Zenshin is offering seasonal craft beers, including Ballast Point Double IPA Watermelon, Down to Earth Session IPA and Black Jack Porter. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase drink flights, including the Plum Wine Flight ($8), featuring regular plum, Shiso and honey.

Gluten Friendly Menu
Zenshin offers guests a gluten friendly menu option to enjoy. The menu features dishes including starters, salads, rolls, sashimi, soups, bowls, entrees and desserts. Guests can enjoy dishes such as Age Dashi Tofu ($7); Asian Chicken Salad ($12); Teriyaki Chicken Bowl ($11); Saba Shioyaki ($12); Hibachi Grilled Salmon ($23); Zenshin Sukiyaki ($19); BBQ “Kalbi” Beef Short Ribs ($26); Flourless Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Coulis ($7) and more.

Lunch Items Starting at $5
Zenshin offers a lunch menu with items starting at $5 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests can enjoy $5 sushi rolls such as the Crunch Roll with shrimp tempura, crab, avocado roll topped with eel sauce; Spicy Tuna Roll with spicy tuna and cucumber; or California Roll with crab, avocado and cucumber. In addition, the menu offers $9.95 entrée specials including the Poke & Cone Sushi, Hawaiian style seasoned tuna and seasoned tofu skin stuffed with sushi rice; Shogun Eight-Ounce Wagyu Burger served on a homemade bun with marinated waygu beef, over-easy egg, avocado, lettuce, tomato, tempura onion rings and garlic mayo and choice of parmesan eggplant fries or sweet potato chips; Po’Boy Tempura Soft Shell Crab Sandwich served on a homemade bun with tempura soft shell, spicy crab mix, Asian slaw, pickled red onion, lettuce, tomato and spicy mayo and choice of parmesan eggplant fries or sweet potato chips; or Three Mini Kurobuta Sausage served with a homemade bun, pork sausage, lomi tomato, hot mustard and barbecue ketchup.

For more information or for room reservations, call (702) 796-7111 or visit the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa website - southpointcasino.com/ . Connect with South Point on Facebook -www.facebook.com/southpointlv/?fref=ts , Twitter - twitter.com/southpointlv.

South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89183.

Final Details For Ultimo - A Weekend of Excellence Some Tix Available!

 The Venetian® and The Palazzo® Las Vegas announce final details for  their biggest culinary event of the year Ultimo - A Weekend of Excellence, to be held Dec. 17-20.   The annual event, with a theme of Earth, Air, Water and Fire, was expanded for 2015 to include the Team USA selection event for the prestigious Bocuse d'Or competition, one of the world's most renowned culinary events.

Most of the meal events are sold out for 2015, with just a handful of tickets remaining for theTeam USA selection event and the Farewell Truffle Brunch.

This year's featured entertainer at The Grand Banquet, the weekend's marquee event, will be Christina Grimmie. Grimmie is best known as a contestant on season six of The Voice where she finished as a top 3 three finalist on Team Adam Levine. Grimmie, who got her start on YouTube and now has more than 3 million subscribers worldwide also opened for Selena Gomez and has independently released two albums. Her recent single "Cliché" peaked at number seven on iTunes.

The Grand Banquet will take place on Friday Dec. 18 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. inside the stunning Grand Colonnade and will feature an extravagant European-inspired dinner with opulent culinary and drink pairings.

The Grand Banquet features a decadent menu and a culinary experience like no other, with this year's theme "Dinner in the Clouds." Celebrated chefs Thomas Kellerof Bouchon (Las Vegas, Beverly Hills, Yountville), Bouchon Bakery (Las Vegas, Beverly Hills, Yountville, New York), Ad Hoc + Addendum, Per Se and The French Laundry; Philip Tessier (first-ever American Bocuse d' Or Silver medalist); Shaun Hergatt (award-winning executive chef/partner of Juni in New York); and Ming Tsai (Massachusetts-based, award-winning chef of Blue Ginger and Blue Dragon, and popular cookbook author). Southern Wine & Spirits will provide the world-class libations, and a portion of the proceeds for this main event also benefit the Ment'or BKB foundation

A Krug Champagne, Urbani Truffles, and caviar reception will lead into an extravagant meal that will indeed be the most heavenly affair.

The Grand Banquet menu and wine pairings:

First Course

Chef Shaun Hergatt

Black truffle royale 

(maitake mushroom-hazelnuts)

Krug Rose Brut Champagne, France

Second Course

Chef Philip Tessier

Norwegian Fjord trout

(celery, onion, roe, smoked bacon nage)

Olivier Leflaive, Les Folatieres, Puligy-Montrache 2013, Premier Cru

Third Course

Chef Ming Tsai

Asian lacquered squab 

(pomegranate demi, foie gras stuffed chow fun roulade)

DAOU Estate, Soul of a Lion, Paso Robles, California, 2012

Fourth Course

Chef Thomas Keller

"Meat and potatoes" 

(grilled Snake River Farms prime beef cap, hasselback

potatoes, pickled tongue salpicon)

Memento Mori, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California, 2013

Dessert

Chef Jean Philippe Maury

iDessert 

(coconut crust, Tahitian cream, exotic sorbet, berry sauce)

Far Niente, Dolce, Napa, 2009

Introduced in 2013, The Grand Banquet spans the iconic Grand Colonnade of The Venetian on a stunning single table. The lavish setting with extraordinary culinary offerings was called 'the grandest meal ever served in Las Vegas' by Chef Mario Batali.

This year's Grand Banquet will take guests to new heights as they dine in the spirit of air surrounded by clouds on a table made of glass with clear acrylic glass chairs and custom effects to create a dinner in the clouds.

Following the Grand Banquet, guests are invited to an after party at The Lavo Casino Club.

ULTIMO SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

2017 Team USA National Selection Competition
Thursday Dec 17; 9 a.m.
Venetian Ballroom
Ultimo - A Weekend of Excellence begins with one of the most prestigious food competitions in the world, the Team USA National Selection  for the 2017 Bocuse d'Or. The Venetian will host this event  with some of the country's most esteemed chefs, including Daniel Boulud from db Brasserie, Thomas Keller from Bouchon, and Jérôme Bocuse from Chefs de France in attendance as four teams compete live for the title of Team USA 2017. The winner will represent the United States in 2017 in Lyon, France.

General Admission $25 per person; VIP $40 per person

Celebrating Earth: Evening of Truffles, Wild Game and Tradition
Thursday December 17; 8 p.m.
Venezia Colonnade

The Team USA event will be followed by a special dinnerprepared by Chefs Jérôme Bocuse, Traci Des Jardins of San Francisco hot spots Jardinière and Mijita, and Josiah Citrin, who has studied under the greats Georges Vernotte, Claude Peyrot, Wolfgang Puck, and Joachim Splichal.

The theme Earth will highlight the finest ingredients from wild game, Urbani truffles, and the traditions of the revered French chef and Bocuse d'Or board member.  A portion of the proceeds for the 200-person dinner in the Venezia Colonnade will benefit the programs of Ment'or, including the Young Chef Competitions and Grant Program.

Evening of Truffles, Wild Game and Tradition Menu:

Appetizer

Chef Jerome Bocuse

Black truffle soup

Krug Grande Cuveé Brut Champagne, France

First Course

Chef Traci Des Jardins

Wolfe Ranch quail 

(foie gras, perigord truffles)

DAOU Chemin de Fleurs, Paso Robles, California, 2014

Thierry et Pascal Matrot, Charmes, Meursault 1er Cru, 2012

Second Course

Chef Josiah Citrin

Millbrook venison 

(endives, chestnut, molasses-date, rose hips)

DAOU Estate, Mayote, Paso Robles, California, 2012

Dessert:

Chef Diane Yang

Lime chiboust 

(coconut-Thai tea sorbet, Asian pear)

Kracher Cuvee, Beerenauslese, 2011

Celebrating Water: Floating Luncheon on the Grand Canal
Saturday, December 19; 12 p.m.
The Grand Canal at The Venetian

This one-of-a-kind luncheon celebrates the healing powers of "Water." The table for this seafood extravaganza will float over the Grand Canal as gondoliers serve Prosecco from their boats. This 50-person special event will transport guests straight to the Mediterranean onto a slightly submerged clear acrylic platform "floating" on the canal.

Appetizers:

Charred tuna 

(edible vegetable "garden," rye soil, avocado silk)

King crab salad 

(caviar, green apple gelee, nasturtium)

Crispy smoked shrimp 

(onion soubise)

Puffed rice chips 

(bottarga, citrus)

Puligny Montrachet, Etienne Sauzet

Main Course:

Roasted halibut

(saffron mousse, herb persillade, black garlic emulsion, white asparagus veloute)

Olivier Leflaive Chassagne Montrachet, 2013

Side dishes (family-style)

Nori brussel sprouts

Miso fondant potatoes

Dessert

Chocolate Fantasia

(mint cream, crispy raspberry, chocolate oil, chocolate streusel)

Donnafugata, Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria, 2013

Celebrating Fire: A Mastery of Cooking Over Open Flame
Saturday December 19
Cocktail reception, 6 p.m at Doge's Palace
Dinner, 7 p.m. at The Venetian Paiza

The romantic outdoor piazza at the Doge's Palace entrance of The Venetian will heat up with the sultry allure of "Fire." Guests will sip Krug as they watch big pieces of steak, whole fish, and a traditional full-size pig roast on an open flame.

The 120-person party will then move inside to the private Paiza Club for a dinner masterfully prepared by Olivier Dubreuil, executive chef of The Venetian and The Palazzo and Dario Cecchini the famed Chianti "Butcher of Panzano." Toast the mouth-watering meal with pairings by Southern Wine & Spirits.

Open Flame menu:

Entrees

                     Wood-grilled wild salmon 

(fire-roasted poblano pepper sauce, crispy onion straws)

                                   Grilled turbot, escargot vol-au-vent

                    Spit-roasted capon 

(wild rice cake, fire-roasted red onion, cranberry, lemongrass gel)

Whole roasted hog "En Choucroute", house-made sausage

Wood-grilled giant porterhouse 

(egg yolk ravioli, shaved white truffles)

Wood-grilled USDA prime ribeye 

(aged cheddar, hash browns, perigord sauce)

DAOU, Chardonnay, Paso Robles, California, 2014

DAOU Vineyards, Seventeen Forty Reserve, Paso Robles, California, 2012

Dessert

Caramelized banana 

(cinnamon, lime)

Flamed pineapple brochette 

(Tahitian vanilla molasses)

Cardamom scented apples

Chestnut and chocolate cream puff

Cherry ganache lollipop 

(gold accent)

Chocolate croissant bread pudding 

(bourbon cream)

Oreo and macaron sandwich 

(blueberry filling, violet candy)

Kracher Cuvee, Beerenauslese 2011

Truffle Farewell Brunch
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20; 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Delmonico Steakhouse

On Sunday, before it's time to say goodbye guests can join a special farewell brunch of top Italian fare. The menu will feature Urbani truffles, organic farm-fresh eggs, premium beef, house-cured salmon and Krug Champagne at Chef Emeril Lagasse's award-winning Delmonico Steakhouse.

Truffle Brunch Menu:

Choice of One:

"Ham & Eggs"

Iberico Ham with shaved asparagus, Frisee

Cured Egg Yolk, Fresh White Truffles and Champagne vinaigrette

Cured ruby red trout & caviar on poached red bliss potato

Citrus Buffalo Yogurt and Traditional garnish

Wild mushroom strudel with French escargot, Petite greens

Warm shallot vinaigrette and fresh black truffles

Maine lobster bisque with poached lobster meat

Choice of one:

Charbroiled Piedmontese Filet Mignon with Golden fertile egg,

Fresh black truffles and parsley oil

Black truffle duck boudin on foie gras biscuit with caramelized onion gravy and fresh black truffles

Maine lobster stuffed crepe with sweet corn foam and fresh white truffles

Poached golden fertile egg with parmesan potato puree, fresh white truffles and fried artichokes

Choice of one:

Fall spiced waffle with roasted pear, whipped egg nog and bourbon maple

Ginger cake and kabocka squash truffle with sweetened mascarpone and candied koacha squash

Assorted pastries 

Wine Makers

Ultimo - A Weekend of Excellence is proud to partner with the most respected wine makers from around the world during the four day feast:

Jerome

Jacoillot Jerome, Krug Champagne
When born in Champagne France, it is only fitting to follow a path that honors your birthplace. Jacoillot Jerome knew from his father at an early age that his life would be wine oriented. He received a degree in Viticulture and Enology before joining the famous Maisons winemaking team in Champagne. Jerome did a stint in California in 2012 to learn about the harvest as well as Burgundy and Bordeaux grape varieties before moving back to France.  He was then offered a position at Krug, the House which he had always dreamed of working at. Jerome is in charge of the Clos du Mesnil and is a permanent member of Krug's tasting committee.

Georges and Daniel Daou, DAOU Vineyards & Winery

Daniel and Georges Daou appreciation for wine began at young age through their father who enjoyed great wine with every meal. Growing up in France, the brothers set sail for San Diego, California to attend college where they graduated with degrees in electrical and computer engineering. They formed DAOU Systems and developed intranet technologies for the medical industry becoming one of the top five IPO's in the country in less than 10 years.

But Daniel's desire to produce wine was still strong. He studied wine making andviticulture, and worked with great winemakers to learn everything he possibly could about the fine points of producing premium wines. He and Georges soon began a new professional venture: crafting world-class wines that married the elegance of the French wines they had grown up with, and the concentrated flavors of California wines.
In 2007, Daniel and Georges' found the perfect place to open a vineyard in the west mountain Adelaida area of Paso Robles in California that could grow Cabernet Sauvignon and other red varietals to rival the best vineyards in the world.  As an added bonus, the one hundred acre property had over seventy farmable acres, making it one of the larger vineyard sites in the Adelaida region.

Adriel Lares, Hayes Drumwright and Adam Craun, Mememto Mori Wines
Mememto Mori is 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley California founded by Ariel Lares, Hayes Drumwright and Adam Craun.
Adriel Lares grew up in rural Texas, the son of an immigrant welder who continued to work despite a debilitating injury in order to create opportunity for his three children. His father as example and inspiration, Adriel attended Stanford University and went on to become CFO of 3PAR, a data storage company that was acquired in a high profile deal by Hewlett Packard. Shortly before, the person with whom Adriel most dreamed of sharing his success, his father, had succumbed to cancer. The creation of Memento Mori is a tribute to this man.

Hayes Drumwright, Adriel's close friend and swimming buddy since high school, went to Boston University where he was diagnosed with a cancerous tumor at 21. After three harrowing weeks, he learned the tumor had grown so aggressively as to cut off its own blood supply, allowing him to survive. Transformed, Hayes understood that living was more important than waiting. With $100, Hayes founded Trace3, a technology company which today is a multi-million dollar business, sustaining approximately 300 jobs in five states.

Adam Craun is an artist and entrepreneur who has come to appreciate the work and tenacity demanded by a life in pursuit of passion. He is the creative force behind the Memento Mori brand. At Boston University with Hayes, he was a top athlete on the swim team as well as a talented student of art and music, performing in a popular band. After college, unable to support himself through art alone, he went into a successful career in IT sales and management.   His passion for producing the world's greatest wine is both relentless and unwavering. He likes to be everywhere at all times.When he is not traveling the world and showcasing our wine, he regularly completes in road races, open water swims, and triathlons in his "spare"

STAY THE NIGHT
During this indulgent Ultimo weekend, there is no better place to stay than The Venetian or The Palazzo, located side by side in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. The all-suite luxury resorts, where every key unlock a suite, are roughly twice the size of the average Las Vegas hotel room and boasts the city's best accommodations, with Roman tubs and sunken living rooms offering plenty of additional space.

Tickets remain for the Bocuse d'Or competition and Truffle Farewell Brunch.  Tickets available for the www.venetian.com/ultimo or by calling The Venetian box office at 702. 414. 9000.  For prices and more information on these events, please visit www.venetian.com/ultimo.

DRAKE Celebrates Birthday At OMNIA Nightclub

Saturday, Oct. 24 was a star-studded affair as GRAMMY Award-winning artist Aubrey Graham, better known as Drake, celebrated his 29th birthday at OMNIA Nightclub inside Caesars Palace. Making his way to the nightspot around 1:00 a.m., the Young Money artist and dozens of guests were escorted to Heart of OMNIA where they took over a few VIP booths before being surprised by a parade of cocktail waitress showcasing giant letters spelling his famous Instagram handle, “Champagnepapi” and an over-the-top black and white four-tier cake. Drake was seen in high spirits all night, sipping cocktails while dancing to DJ Fred Matters’ open-format stylings including the rapper’s hit song “Diamonds Dancing.” Spotted mingling with guests including fellow artist Big Sean, the musical sensation enjoyed the rest of his birthday celebration before leaving the hot spot around 3:30 a.m.

Earlier in the evening, Drake was spotted dining at Hakkasan Las Vegas Restaurant at MGM Grand with close friends and family.  The 29 year-old rapper and his party sipped on Hakkasan’s namesake cocktail, The Hakka and enjoyed a number of signature dishes including the Jasmine Tea Smoked Beef Short Ribs, Roasted Silver Cod with Champagne and Chinese Honey, Mongolian Style Beef Tenderloin, Hakka Noodles and more.

Photo credit Aaron Garcia of Hakkasan Group