Game Time!! Nebraska VS. Iowa viewing at Treasure Island & Casino!

Treasure Island Hotel & Casino will be the site for viewing first-ever end-of-regular-season game between the University of Iowa Hawkeyes and the University of Nebraska Cornhuskers.  Kick-off for the game on Friday, November 25 is at 9 a.m. 

The Nebraska vs. Iowa game will be displayed on a large screen in Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island.  The Viva Las Farmageddon event includes a complete food and beverage package at $65 inclusive per person featuring a full-service hosted bar with Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s, Draft Beer, House Wine, Soft Drinks, Water and Juice along with a gourmet Chili Cart featuring the award winning Gilley Chili and Vegetarian Chili with all the fixings, BBQ Chicken Quesadillas, Gilley’s Buffalo Wings, Gilley’s Build-Your-Own Texas Nachos Grande Bar and a Gilley’s Dessert Action Station with Hot Apple Biscuit Bread Pudding and Down Home Strawberry Shortcake.  To get into the spirit of the game various styles of Viva Las Farmageddon apparel will be available for sale.

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“For those fans that want to view the first game between Iowa and Nebraska since the Cornhuskers moved to the Big 10, Treasure Island is the place to see it.  Besides the excitement of the game, which could turn into one of the great rivalries in time, fans can take advantage of the hosted full-service bar and Gilley’s great football game fare,” said Don R. Voss, VP Hotel Sales & Marketing.

For more information on the football game event, contact 702-269-3333 or go to www.vivalasfarmageddon.com.

The Iowa vs. Nebraska football viewing event at Treasure Island is part of Viva Las Farmageddon, a customized, build-your-own travel package option for fans of both teams that takes place during Thanksgiving weekend – Thursday, November 24 to Sunday, November 27 including a football viewing party on game day, Friday, November 25.  Inclusive rates start at $389 per person for the four-day, three-night Touchdown Package, which includes food and beverage at the football-viewing event.  Viva Las Farmageddon packages have four distinct options that range from the Sideline Package and Touchdown Package to the Club Level and VIP High Roller Package.

To book reservations for any of the various Viva Las Farmageddon Tour & Travel packages, visit www.treasureisland.com/special offers/ or call 1-877-564-7898.

Welcome to the Holidays!! Jordin Sparks kicks off Winter Wonderland at The Venetian!

Jordin Sparks and Performers

Jordin Sparks singing

Champagne Dress

Grammy-nominated and platinum recording artist and season six “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks helped kick off the inaugural celebration of Winter in Venice at The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas on Nov. 21 with a complimentary performance on the Las Vegas Strip’s only outdoor ice skating rink. The star of the upcoming feature film “Sparkle” entertained the massive crowd with a song selection that included her hits “Tattoo” and “No Air” and the holiday classics “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and “The Christmas Song.”

Surrounded by candy cane stilt walkers, snow angels, jesters and toy soldiers, the front plaza and the outdoor gondolas of The Venetian were transformed into a winter palace while guests sipped on holiday-inspired drinks including the peppermint Gondolier Blanco and the amaretto-infused Godfather.

The debut of the “Nightly Holiday Spectacular” drew gasps and applause from the overflowing audience as the entire front of the building lit up in flashing lights, lasers and larger-than-life snowflakes. As their attention was drawn to the Rialto Bridge, three tenors and a hip hop violin duo performed holiday hits and classics before a majestic angel lit the 65-foot LED holiday tree in an awe-inspiring moment.

Jordin sparkled in Simon G Jewelry, a body-hugging Fluxus dress that showed off her svelte body and nude Christian Louboutins, which she purchased at The Shoppes at The Palazzo. She raved about The Venetian and The Palazzo, saying she loved her beautiful suite and the delicious food at LAVO, also adding, “I love spa services and being able to indulge and turn off my phone. I had an amazing, amazing time at Canyon Ranch.”

When asked about her holiday health tips, Jordin joked, “I am the worst person to ask. I eat the food, I sleep on the couch, I watch football, have a good time with my family and worry about it later. Just enjoy the holidays.”

After posing for photos with lucky meet and greet winners, Jordin officially welcomed the holiday season and the opening of the skating rink with a ribbon cutting ceremony with John Caparella, president and COO of The Venetian, The Palazzo & Sands Expo. Guests were treated to a spectacular performance from professional skaters before lacing up their own skates to take a spin on the ice.

The first true celebration of the winter season on the Las Vegas Strip, Winter in Venice runs through Jan. 8, 2012 as the ultimate destination for an unforgettable holiday experience. Caparella said, “Winter in Venice is going to be an annual event and this is just the beginning. We’re going to build on it and make it better next year.”

PHOTO CREDIT: ImagesOfVegas.com/ IS Photography

Night School 4 Girls is offering the Ultimate Girl's Night Outback!

King Ink brings you INK Tuesdays!! OPEN Bar from 10 PM - 12:30 AM!

Revolucion Latina Tuesdays!! Hosted by AJ Callejero!

November 22, 2011

Doors open at 10:00 pm

Revolucion Latina

Ready for the hottest in Latin-flavored nightlife? Tuesdays just got sexier as Fire Group Entertainment presents Revolucion Latina! Hosted by AJ Callejero and featuring DJs Gerard Fort and DJ Fuzien, the night features the very best in Latin dance music and party culture! Enjoy $5 drink specials, free admission for ladies, and even the guys get in free until midnight. Check out the hottest new night in town and Viva la Revolucion!

Winter in Venice..Jordin Sparks will start the festivities!

The Venetian® and The Palazzo® officially welcome the holidays with the inaugural Winter in Venice™ celebration including a musical performance from Grammy-nominated, platinum recording artist and season six “American Idol” winner, Jordin Sparks, today, Monday, Nov. 21.

Starting at 6 p.m. at The Venetian’s Doge’s Palace, adjacent to the outdoor gondolas, resort guests and the public are invited to experience the biggest event of the holiday season with strolling carolers and festive holiday characters before the stunning premiere of the Nightly Holiday Spectacular at 6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy the over-the-top show featuring the lighting of an awe-inspiring 65-foot LED holiday tree.

Following the show, Jordin will treat the crowd to a special performance of some of her hit songs along with some holiday favorites before gracing the Winter in Venice white carpet. A ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open the ice skating rink will conclude the evening at 8 p.m. Ice skating session reservations will be available for the public after 8 p.m.

The Nightly Holiday Spectacular and musical performance by Jordin Sparks are complimentary and open to the public.

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Revolution brings you Industry Mondays!

November 21, 2011

Doors open at 10:00 pm

Industry Mondays

The week is just getting started and there is no better place to make it fun after getting it done than at Revolution’s Monday night industry party! Join the best in the business playing as hard as you work with $20 open bar for guys and $10 for gals. DJ Que knows just what to do in terms of sounding things out so get out and join the industry revolution Monday nights!

Chef Mario Batali cooking demonstration on Black Friday! At The Venetian!

Chef Mario Batali

The Venetian® and The Palazzo® invite guests and shoppers to join world-renowned Chef Mario Batali as he performs a live cooking demonstration on Black Friday. The complimentary event will take place on Friday, Nov. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. by the outdoor gondolas of The Venetian.

As part of The Venetian and The Palazzo’s first-ever Winter in Venice , guests will be able to watch Batali prepare his signature pizza in a wood-burning oven, as well as interact and ask questions during the demonstration.

 “What a great way to spend the day after Thanksgiving on the Las Vegas Strip,” said Sebastien Silvestri, vice president of Food and Beverage for The Venetian and The Palazzo. “This special experience with Mario Batali is a great occasion for locals and tourists alike to interact with an amazing celebrity chef. Guests will also be able to enjoy all the Winter in Venice festivities happening on property, including festive menus at Batali's restaurants.”

Batali, a gastronomic superstar known for his unique sense of style both in the kitchen and in his attire, is a critically acclaimed James Beard award winning chef, restaurateur, author, philanthropist and television personality. He is also the chef and owner of Otto Enoteca Pizzeria, B&B Ristorante, and Carnevino Italian Steakhouse, located at The Venetian and The Palazzo.

“I love getting a chance to visit my restaurants in Vegas and spend some time in the kitchen,” said Batali. “It’s one of the most fun cities in the world. And Venice in Vegas—what could be better?”

For more information on Winter in Venice , please visit venetian.com/WinterInVenice. Stay up to date on all events and activities by following The Venetian and The Palazzo on Twitter at @venetianvegas and @palazzolasvegas, #WinterInVenice. To learn more about Mario Batali, visit mariobatali.com or follow him on Twitter at @mariobatali. To learn more about the Mario Batali Foundation, visit mariobatalifoundation.org.

Authentic recipe from The Titanic...Lavish Roast Turkey!

On the Memorial Wall at Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at Luxor, next to a list of passenger names is a quote from Jack Foster that reads, “We are all passengers on the Titanic.” The Belfast philosopher understood that The Ship was a small representation of the world; both in its time almost 100 years ago, as well as today. This Thanksgiving, gather with family and friends around a historic meal and remember the human thread that connects everyone. Whether young or old, rich or poor, everyone is grateful for their experience in this world.

Add some flare to your traditional menu and surprise guests with cuisine of the highest standards enjoyed by Titanic passengers in 1912. To fully recreate the lavish Titanic experience, see below for an authentic recipe for Roast Turkey with Savory Cranberry Sauce from the book Last Dinner on the Titanic: Menus and Recipes from the Great Liner. If you would like more recipes from the luxurious liner, please let me know and I would be happy to send over Currant Buns and Vegetable Soup from the third class menu and Asparagus Salad with Champagne-Saffron Vinaigrette from the first class menu.

Second Class: Roast Turkey with Savory Cranberry Sauce

One 10 pound turkey

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1 teaspoon crumbled sage leaves

½ teaspoon each of salt and pepper

Stuffing

2 tablespoons butter

2 onions chopped

1 cup finely chopped celery

1 teaspoon each crumbled sage, thyme, and marjoram leaves

¾ teaspoon each salt and pepper

½ cup sherry

10 cups cubed bread, lightly toasted

½ cup chopped fresh parsley

¼ cup chicken stock

Gravy

3 cups chicken stock

1 onion, chopped

1 bay leaf

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Salt and pepper

To prepare turkey and stuffing:

In skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onions, celery, sage, thyme, marjoram, salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until browned. Stir in sherry; bring to boil. Boil for 5 minutes or until liquid is almost completely evaporated. Cool slightly. Gently stir in bread and parsley; drizzle over chicken stock, stirring to combine. Reserve.

Remove giblets and neck from the turkey cavity; reserve for gravy. Rinse turkey inside and out with running water. Pat dry. Stir together butter, sage, salt and pepper; rub over turkey, inside and out. Loosely pack stuffing into neck and body cavities, fold over and skewer neck flap closed over stuffing. Tie legs together. Bend wing tips underneath bird.

Place turkey, breast side up, on rack in roasting pan. Tent with foil and roast in 325 °F oven for about 1 ½ hours, basting with pan juices every 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue to roast for 1 ¾ hours, basting every half hour, or until instant-read meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of thiegh reads 185 °F. Let rest for 2 minutes before carving.

To prepare gravy:

Meanwhile, in saucepan, bring chicken stock, turkey neck, giblets, onion and bay leaf to boil, reduce  heat and simmer, covered, for 1 hour; strain, reserving liquid. While cooked turkey rests, skim excess fat from roasting pan. Set pan over high heat; whisk in flour until well combined. Gradually whisk in reserved giblet stock. Bring to boil and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes or until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Strain and serve alongside turkey.

           

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The Village People have magician in their midst!

Master Illusionist Jan Rouven, Star of ILLUSIONS at the Clarion Hotel & Casino, stopped by the Riviera Hotel & Casino to see The Village People perform during their 10-day run at The Riviera, which ends this Sunday.

Hip Hop Performer and NBA Superstar celebrate at Sugar Factory! In Vegas!

Tyga

Both hip hop performer, Tyga, and NBA superstar, Marcus Banks, were spotted celebrating their birthdays at Sugar Factory American Brasserie (www.sugarfactory.com) at Paris Las Vegas last night.

Wearing a backwards red cap from his signature line Last Kings www.lastkingsdesign.com and a metallic silk Fendi shirt, unbuttoned to reveal a stack of sparkling gold chains, Tyga was joined by a large group of friends and family to celebrate his 22nd birthday. The Grammy-nominated rapper, who turned heads when he entered the room, was also joined by his date, Blac Chyna, whose platinum long hair and curvaceous figure, were hard to miss.

The group dined family-style, enjoying an array of Sugar Factory's signature treats including the mac & cheese pops, cheeseburger sliders, bruschetta, an array of pizzas, and more. Tyga toasted his special day throughout the evening with a bottle of Armand de Brignac Champagne. For dessert, the hip hop star was presented a red velvet sundae, vanilla ice cream with chunks of red velvet cake, vanilla icing, warm fudge, fresh raspberries, topped with red sprinkles and whipped cream.

Marcus and the King Kong Sundae

 Also spotted having dinner at Sugar Factory was Marcus Banks, currently part of the NBA lockout, who was at Sugar Factory celebrating his 30th birthday alongside a group of about 10 close friends. Dressed in white from head to toe, and sporting a white YSL shirt, Banks enjoyed the steak frites for dinner, Sugar Factory’s rosemary and garlic marinated steak, prepared medium. His party toasted the handsome ball player with a shot of tequila to commemorate his day. For dessert, Banks was presented with Sugar Factory's gigantic King Kong sundae - made from more than a dozen scoops of ice cream and topped with cookies and cupcakes.

The Sugar Factory brand, known throughout the world for its signature celebrity Couture Pops, offers an array of sweet confections and now, its own signature restaurant serving contemporary American fare at Paris Las Vegas. Retail locations are at The Mirage and Miracle Mile Shops, also in Las Vegas. For more information, guests may visit www.sugarfactory.com, follow Sugar Factory on Twitter @sugarfactory, or on Facebook at /sugarfactory.

 PHOTO CREDIT: Denise Truscello/ WireImage

Rev Run celebrates Birthday with family and R&B Artist Tyrese!

Justine Simmons, Rev Run and Angela Simmons

Rev Run celebrated his 47th birthday at TAO’s Worship Thursday.  The influential hip hop artist and practicing minister started the night dining with his family at LAVO, where they enjoyed signature Italian dishes before heading over to TAO for the festivities.

R&B Artist Tyrese and Rev Run

When he arrived fans pulled out their camera phones to get a photo and Rev returned the favor, taking a photo of the crowd to post on Twitter.  He joined DJ Ruckus in the booth as they entertained club goers with favorites old and new and had them singing along to his own hits as well as tracks from Jay-Z, Sinatra and House of Pain.  Rev even got on the turntables himself to do some scratching.  He was surprised with a cake in the shape of his signature Adidas shell top sneakers and black hat.  Daughter Angela tweeted a photo of the cake as her dad partied with wife Justine and his friend R&B artist Tyrese.

Wayne and Kathleen Newton

Also spotted at TAO was Wayne Newton, who dined with family and friends at the Asian bistro.  They enjoyed Kobe Sashimi, Crispy Rice, Lobster Wontons and more.

Jackie Jackson, brother of the late Michael Jackson was also seen dining at TAO.

Photo credit: Brenton Ho/Powers Imagery