Enjoy Art By Brad Wilkinson At Lily Bar On 3/26

ART BY BRAD WILKINSON AT LILY BAR & LOUNGE AT BELLAGIO

March 26 @ 9:00 pm - March 27 @ 4:00 am

Brad Wilkinson, as he brings his immense talent and style for an evening of premium nightlife. Wilkinson’s works will be exhibited, along with a live demonstration of his painting prowess. Don’t miss this evening devoted to the art of living well at Lily.

LILY BAR & LOUNGE

 (702) 693-8300

3600 Las Vegas Blvd South

Las Vegas, NV 89109 

Bellagio's Epicurean Epicenter Series Tickets Now Available

Le Cirque

Bellagio’s Epicurean Epicenter Series, the resort’s renowned culinary program, will host its first wine pairing dinner of 2014 at Le Cirque Saturday, April 5 at 6:30 p.m. The four-course menu, created by Le Cirque Executive Chef Paul Lee, will be paired with the extraordinary wines of Guigal Winery, one of the most renowned wineries in the world and part of the esteemed Vintus Wines Estate collection. Vintus Wines Vice President Patrick Will and Bellagio Wine Director and Master Sommelier Jason Smith will host the event, providing guests with the inspiration behind their pairing selections.

The four-course prix fixe menu will feature:

Langoustine et Caviar, an exquisite New Zealand Langoustine Carpaccio served with Osetra Caviar, Granny Smith Apples and Roasted Hazelnuts, topped with Citrus Vinaigrette; paired with 2012 Guigal Condrieu “La Doriane.”

Filet de Loup de Mer, a Paupiette of Potato Crusted Mediterranean Sea Bass served with Braised Leeks and a Syrah Reduction; paired with 2006 Guigal St. Joseph “Vignes de L’Hospice.”

La Joue de Veau au Vin Rouge, a fine array of Red Wine Braised Veal Cheeks served with Creamy Polenta, Thumbelina Carrots, Baby Zucchini, Pearl Onions, Daikon, Haricots Verts and a fresh Spring Salad; paired with 2009 Guigal Côte Rotie Brune et Blonde and 1997 Guigal Côte Rôtie La Landonne

Les Fromages Fermier Affinés, a selection of gourmet aged cheeses; paired with 2005 Guigal Côte Rotie Chateau D’Ampuis.

An assortment of mignardises and gourmandises will be served at the conclusion of the meal, providing guests with a sweet ending to their culinary journey.

The epicurean experience is priced at $250 per person, all-inclusive. To make a reservation, contact Bellagio Concierge at 866.406.7117.

Attention Military Members! FANTASY The Show Has A Special Offer For You!

The beautiful ladies of FANTASY, Luxor Hotel and Casino’s tantalizing adult revue, will honor the nation’s military with a special show for Military Appreciation Month Thursday, May 1 at 10:30 p.m.

The sexy show will express its appreciation for active-duty military by offering a free show for servicemen with valid military identification. The first 50 servicemen to reserve their tickets will receive complimentary entry to the show with a guest. All guests are invited to meet the cast after the show for autographs and photos.  In addition, military members will also be offered rooms at the Luxor for 20 percent off per night from May 1 through May 5.

Members of the military must reserve their tickets before Monday, April 28 by emailing FANTASYVIP@wickedcreative.com. Servicemen can book a discounted room by visiting:

reservations.mgmmirage.com/bookingengine.aspx?pid=LUX&host=offer&code=MILITARY14

To redeem show tickets, guests must present valid military photo ID at the Atrium Theatre located on the Atrium level of Luxor Hotel and Casino at least one hour prior to show time. Tickets cannot be exchanged for cash and are non-exchangeable/non-transferable. Tickets are subject to certain restrictions and availability. Management reserves all rights.

Celebrating 14 successful years on The Strip, FANTASY was named “Best Showgirls” in the Las Vegas Review-Journal 2012 “Best of Las Vegas” poll and has shaped itself into one of Las Vegas’ leading topless shows. New to the cast, lead singer Jaime Lynch adds an exciting and unforgettable element with her amazing powerhouse vocals as she takes center-stage alongside a talented cast of beautiful dancers. Great for singles and couples alike, the sexy production showcases 15 high-energy numbers set to a variety of today’s top music genres. While the gorgeous dancers lure guests into their wildest fantasies, comic relief Sean E. Cooper keeps audiences on its toes with his spot-on impressions of some of pop culture’s most recognizable personalities.

FANTASY (fantasyluxor.com) performs nightly at 10:30 p.m. in the Atrium Showroom at Luxor. Tickets start at $39, plus taxes and handling fees.  Guests must be 18 years of age or older. Tickets can be purchased at the Luxor box office, online at www.luxor.com, or by calling 800.557.7428 or 702.262.4400. Fans may follow FANTASY on Twitter@fantasyluxor or like FANTASY on Facebook at facebook.com/FantasyLuxor.

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello

Coming! NASCAR Whelen Championship Series Opening Night Saturday, March 29

Scott Gafforini  Credit - Jeff Speer

Jay Beasley pretty much had the run of the 3/8-mile Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last season, winning seven of the 13 NASCAR Super Late Model feature events and cruising to the track championship.

Beasley parlayed his success into a full-time ride in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East this year, which leaves the door wide open for a new champion this year.

The quest for the 2014 championship begins this Saturday night and the highly competitive Super Late Model division is up for grabs. Four-time track champion Scott Gafforini, who won two main events and finished second to Beasley in points last season, and France’s Romain Thievin, who finished third in points, are the top contenders heading into the season. Stan Mullis and David Anderson, who finished fourth and a fifth in points, also figure to be factors in the championship in 2014.

Kayli Barker, a 16-year-old high school student from Las Vegas, won the Super Stock points championship a year ago and was sixth in Super Late Model points. Barker will concentrate her efforts on the Super Late Model class in 2014.

Once again, the Bullring will be one of the best entertainment values in the Las Vegas Valley with affordable ticket prices and family-friendly concession prices including $1 hot dogs, $1 Coca-Cola products and $2 Budweiser beer. Spectators can save money by purchasing admission tickets in advance by visiting or calling the LVMS ticket office at (702) 644-4444 or online at www.lvms.com.

Spectator gates open at 5 p.m. Saturday and qualifying will begin immediately for Bandolero, Legend Cars and Super Late Models. An on-track driver autograph session will be held from 5:45 to 6:40, opening ceremonies are set for 6:50 and racing will begin at 7.

Timetable for NASCAR Whelen Championship Series Opening Night Saturday, March 29:

5 p.m. – Spectator gates open

5 p.m. – Bandolero group qualifying; Legend Car group qualifying; Super Late Model single-car qualifying

5:45 p.m. – On-track driver autograph session

6:50 p.m. – Opening ceremonies

7 p.m. – National anthem

Legend Semi-Pro/Young Lions feature (20 laps)

Super Stock heat race #1 (8 laps)

Super Stock heat race #2 (8 laps)

Bomber heat race #1 (8 laps)

Bomber heat race #2 (8 laps)

Thunder Cars feature (20 laps)

Bandolero Outlaws feature (12 laps)

Bandolero Bandits feature (12 laps)

Legend Pro/Masters feature (25 laps)

Bomber feature (25 laps)

Super Stock feature (25 laps)

Super Late Model feature (40 laps)

The Riviera Hotel Celebrates 59 Years On The LV Strip!! $30K In Prizes!

Riviera Hotel & Casino is proud to celebrate 59 years on the famed Las Vegas Strip with the chance to win more than $30,000 in prizes. Since opening its doors in 1955, Riviera Hotel & Casino has played host to millions of guests and celebrities, establishing itself as one of Las Vegas’ most renowned and historic properties.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate 59 amazing years on the Las Vegas Strip and to give back to our loyal customers with this one-of-a-kind promotion,” said Riviera Hotel & Casino General Manager, Rob Kunkle. “We’re honored to be part of the Las Vegas Strip’s rich history and look forward to another 59 years in the ‘Entertainment Capital of the World.’”

Riviera Hotel & Casino will give away more than $30,000 in free slot play to Riviera Rewards Clubs members. For every 59 points earned Riviera Rewards Club members will receive an entry into a special drawing for the chance win cash prizes ranging from $59 to $5,959. Drawings will be held Saturday, April 26 every 15 minutes from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. adjacent to the casino cage. Entries are non-transferable and registration is automatic for all Riviera Rewards Club members who insert their rewards club cards into a slot machine from Sunday, April 20 at noon through Saturday, April 26 at 8:00 p.m.

Complete details and a full set of rules for the Riviera 59th Anniversary promotion are available at the Riviera Rewards Center.  Contestants must be 21 years or older with a valid ID and must be a Riviera Rewards Club member (membership is always free). Sign up for Riviera Rewards in-person at Riviera Hotel & Casino or online at www.rivierahotel.com.

ABOUT RIVIERA HOTEL & CASINO

Celebrating more than 55 years of non-stop entertainment, the Riviera Hotel & Casino is one of the most iconic casino and hotel destinations in Las Vegas. With more than 2,000 hotel rooms and 140,000 square feet of convention space, the Riviera brings a rich tradition of quality, service and hospitality excellence. Located on the north end of Las Vegas Boulevard, the Riviera features more than 100,000 square feet of casino space with all of the latest games along with award-winning entertainment and a variety of dining options. For more information on the Riviera’s amenities, visit www.RivieraHotel.com. Find Riviera Hotel & Casino on Facebook and follow on Twitter.   

Celebs & More Celebs Sightings At The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino!

Jeanine Heller, Taryn Manning, Britany Brower at Body English Nightclub

Taryn Manning, most recently known for her role in the Netflix TV series “Orange is the New Black,” hosted at Body English Nightclub inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas on Friday, March 21. The actress took pictures with fans while on the red carpet before heading into the venue with friends Brittany Brower and Jeanine Heller. Guests danced and partied in close proximity to Manning as DJ Koko provided sounds throughout the night.

On Saturday, March 22, retired basketball coach Jerry Tarkanian was spotted watching the games in a VIP suite with his family inside The Joint during the Tournament Madness viewing party.

 

Dan Reynolds

That evening, Dan Reynolds, lead singer of Imagine Dragons, and his wife Aja Volkman, lead singer of Nico Vega, were seen enjoying London Grammar’s show at Vinyl. The British trip hop trio took over the venue as guests cheered and sang along to its blend of ambient, ethereal and classical sounds mixed with melancholy guitars, soaring vocals and plaintive lyrics.

Photo credit for Taryn Manning at Body English Nightclub: © Erik Kabik / Erik Kabik

Photo credit for Dan Reynolds at Vinyl: © Benjamin Gordon

Hyde Bellagio Brings You Lost Angels Tonight!

Project Dinner Table RETURNS!! Tix Go On Sale March 26!

Project Dinner Table Season 5 Tickets, Membership Go On Sale Tomorrow – Wednesday, March 26

Tomorrow, starting at 3 p.m., tickets for the popular community dinner series – Project Dinner Table – will go on sale. Season 5 tickets will be available at www.ProjectDinnerTable.com. The first dinner is set for Saturday, April 12. The community engagement platform and popular dinner series will kick-off the season at Downtown3rd (DT3) and the culinary talent will be led by Downtown Grand’s Chefs Charles Wilson and Todd Harrington. The event will begin with social hour accompanied by hors d'oeuvres and cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and the family style dinner follows at 6:30 p.m.

Season packages and membership pricing will be released in the afternoon of March 26. Membership is $49 annually. Member price per dinner is $175. The non-member price is $190 (prices are all inclusive).

The next 2014 community dinners will take place May 17, Sept. 13 and Oct. 11.* Two intimate adventure experiences will be announced later this year.

Project Dinner Table is the popular local dining phenomenon blending a philanthropic approach and appreciation for the farm to table movement, while focusing on what we love: food, community and purpose. A series of once-in-a-lifetime, dinners served around one long, white-linen-draped table set in unique and adventurous settings, Project Dinner Table celebrates phenomenal chefs, local growers and sustainable sources. Furthermore, each gathering brings diverse individuals together to share a meal served family-style, all while rediscovering the lost art of conversation. Guests at every event may expect to find themselves breaking bread with community leaders, local growers, food artisans, restaurateurs and other spirited guests. Project Dinner Table has partnered with United Way of Southern Nevada, ultimately leaving a legacy for the community, powered by community.

DT3 is located on 3rd Street, between Stewart Avenue and Ogden Road. With the excitement and energy of the Fremont Street Experience just steps away, Project Dinner Table will enable guests to truly experience all that Downtown Las Vegas has to offer by experiencing its unique blend of community in one night. The signature dinner table seating 175 will run along one block of 3rd Street.

Leading the culinary experience will be Executive Chef Charles Wilson of Downtown Grand. Chef Wilson has nearly 20 years of experience leading teams around the country and the world. He studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Austin, Texas. From there, his career began as a sous chef at the Four Seasons Chicago and then Four Seasons Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu. He would spend the next few years working his way to becoming an executive chef at Pacific Islands Resort LTD Japan. Chef Wilson arrived in Las Vegas in 2004, landing a position as an executive chef for banquets at MGM Grand. By 2007, he joined Caesars Palace where he consistently earned high praise from his teams for his excellent leadership both in front and back of the house. During his years at that property, Caesars Palace would go on to winning the AAA Four Diamond Award and having numerous restaurants win the world’s most prestigious accolades ranging from Bradley Ogden and Restaurant Guy Savoy also winning AAA Four Diamond Award to restaurants and dining experiences being named “Most Popular Restaurants” by Zagat.

Working side by side with Chef Wilson will be Assistant Executive Chef Todd Harrington. His eagerness to learn, proven prowess at team leadership and dynamic flair for contemporary, palate-pleasing fare are what led him to the property, where he currently created menus for all dining experiences inside the hotel. Chef Harrington studied at the Reading Area Community College Culinary Arts program in Reading, Pa. Then, he attended the Pennsylvania Culinary Institute in Pittsburgh while working as an assistant chef at Chef Alan’s American Bistro. Drawn by Las Vegas’ exciting and expanding restaurant scene, Harrington relocated to the Entertainment Capital of the World in 2005. He has worked in some of Las Vegas’ finest kitchens including Central Michel Richard at Caesars Palace, which he opened and served as executive chef for two years.

ABOUT PROJECT DINNER TABLE

Project Dinner Table (PDT) is in partnership with United Way of Southern Nevada and this community engagement platform is all about people, food and purpose. As guests break bread these once-in-a-lifetime, white tablecloth-draped dinners hosted on location in adventurous settings is deeply rooted to the journey of always growing; individually and collectively. Through a social mission and a commitment to create positive ripples - PDT shares a social mission of contributing back into the community through philanthropy and connecting people to farmers and local food, tastemakers, influencers and community awareness. Events take place outside the four walls of a typical restaurant and in the most unexpected places. Past locations have included the baseball field at Cashman, Molasky Corporate Center, Jackie Gaughan Plaza, Gilcrease Orchard, UNCE Orchard, Symphony Park and Three Square’s warehouse. Celebrity chefs create a one-night-only menu utilizing ingredients from local growers and sustainable sources. Guests are treated not only to a lavish, family-style dinner, but also to live music, intellectually stimulating presentations, gift bags and drinks. Based on a social mission and a community-building platform, Project Dinner Table recognizes one or more local charitable organizations with a donation at each of its events. Project Dinner Table (PDT) is a platform connecting people to local community, local food, and great chefs and there is always a greater purpose. Project Dinner table is a tasty reason for people to gather, get involved, connect and share in a phenomenal culinary adventure. For more information, go to www.ProjectDinnerTable.com or find on Facebook at or follow on Twitter@Food4Good.

ABOUT DOWNTOWN3RD

Located on 3rd Street, between Stewart Avenue and Ogden Avenue in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas, Downtown3rd (DT3) is the city’s vibrant, new metropolitan center, where community meets dining and entertainment—all on one city block. A neighborhood for everyone, it’s a place to meet and explore the latest culinary hotspots, live music venues, cultural offerings and year-round fun synonymous with Las Vegas. DT3 experiences include Downtown Grand, Las Vegas’ newest hotel-casino with an invigorating, urban-chic vibe; MOB BAR, one of Downtown Las Vegas’ most sophisticated bars, reminding visitors of America’s most romantic era—the roaring twenties; Triple George, offering a fresh selection of American-style seafood, steaks and chops as well as homemade soups, salads, pasta dishes and daily specials; Hogs & Heifers Saloon, a raucous all-American classic country and southern rock-n-roll dive bar; Pizza Rock, pairing delicious gourmet pizzas with specialty cocktails; The Commissary Latin Kitchen by Richard Sandoval, which positions three cuisine concepts, all within the same eatery; and the DT3 Farmers Market, which takes place every Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. DT3 is conveniently located adjacent to or nearby Downtown Las Vegas’ other important attractions and neighborhoods, including The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement; Fremont East Entertainment District; Fremont Street Experience and the Downtown Las Vegas casino corridor; Downtown Container Park; the Neon Museum; and Symphony Park (The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, World Market Center and Las Vegas Premium Outlets). For more information, go towww.Downtown3rd.com, ww.Facebook.com/Downtown3rd or Twitter@Downtown3rd.

*Dates are subject to change.

Old School Block Party Concert Coming To Vegas!

Old School 105.7 FM is bringing one of the biggest concerts of the year to The AXIS Powered by Monster at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m.  The 105.7 “Old School Block Party” will feature classic rhythm and blues, funk artists including S.O.S Band, A Taste of Honey, Zapp, Sugar Hill Gang, Klymaxx, One Way, Evelyn “Champagne” King, Dazz Band and Club Nouveau.

Concertgoers will “Boogie Oogie Oogie” the night away to some of their favorite timeless hits including “Take Your Time (Do It Right),” “Rumors,” “Let It Whip” and “Rapper’s Delight.”

Tickets are on sale now. Prices range from $35-$75, plus applicable taxes and fees, and may be purchased online at ticketmaster.com or in-person at The AXIS Powered by Monster box office at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Sprinkles Cupcakes Comes To Las Vegas! Starlet Holly Madison Takes First Bite!

Sprinkles Cupcakes kicked off the grand opening of its Las Vegas location at The LINQ with three days of sweet celebration.

The fun began on Wednesday at a friends and family event with people lining the walkway of The LINQ waiting for their first taste of the famous cupcakes, cookies and ice cream. Sprinkles Founder Candace Nelson hosted a VIP preview on Thursday night, spoiling guests' dinners with sweets and champagne.

Sprinkles officially opened its doors to the public on Friday, March 21 at 10 a.m. with a line of enthusiasts eagerly waiting outside. Longtime Sprinkles fan Holly Madison stopped by to be the first person to withdraw a cupcake out of the 24-hour Cupcake ATM. Holly chose her favorite flavor, vanilla, before tasting chocolate ice cream in a red velvet waffle cone which matched her new red locks. She also took mini cupcakes home to daughter, Rainbow, and doggy cupcakes for her pooches.

"I'm really excited about Sprinkles coming to Vegas and The LINQ," said Madison. "Both visitors to Vegas and locals will love it."

"Bringing Sprinkles to Las Vegas at last is a dream," said Nelson. "My husband and I have been working on this for years, looking for a perfect location and we found it here at The LINQ in the shadow of the High Roller!"

Sprinkles is open Monday through Wednesday 10 a.m. to midnight and Thursday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.

  

About Sprinkles Cupcakes

Sprinkles Cupcakes opened "the world's first cupcake bakery" in Beverly Hills, as reported by the Food Network, and is credited by the Los Angeles Times as "the progenitor of the haute cupcake craze." Founded by Candace Nelson, judge on Food Network's hit show "Cupcake Wars," and husband Charles, Sprinkles has inspired long lines of devoted Hollywood stars and serious epicureans alike. From Tom Cruise to Oprah Winfrey, Blake Lively to Ryan Seacrest, celebrities are abuzz about Sprinkles! Baked fresh in small batches throughout the day, Sprinkles Cupcakes are handcrafted from the finest ingredients and contain no preservatives, trans fats or artificial flavors. Sprinkles has 14 locations nationwide, a traveling Sprinklesmobile - the world's first cupcake truck, and sells its cupcake mixes at over 250 Williams-Sonoma stores throughout the US and Canada. In 2012, Sprinkles debuted the world's first Cupcake ATM and continued its foray into classic American desserts with the launch of Sprinkles Ice Cream. For additional information and a list of future locations, please visit sprinkles.com.

Photo Credit – David Becker