Turning up the heat on the ice!! Mario Batali cooking demonstration at The Venetian!

Mario & Winter in Venice Characters 

Cutting Pizza

Mario Batali on Ice Rink

As part of the Winter in Venice celebrations at The Venetian and The Palazzo, the resorts welcomed world-renowned chef Mario Batali for a live cooking demo today at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas. Joking that his signature orange Crocs can’t ever come off, Batali stepped on to the ice skating rink and posed for photos with the holiday characters and guests before heading over to the wood burning oven situated on the sidewalk. The large crowd gathered and enjoyed slices of his signature pizza while he gave his cooking tips, including dough should be slowly stretched instead of tossed. Executive chef Zach Allen from Batali’s restaurants inside The Venetian and The Palazzo (Otto Enoteca Pizzeria, B&B Ristorante, and Carnevino Italian Steakhouse) was also on hand to help Batali prepare the pizza and interact with the crowd. Batali also signed copies of his cookbook, “Molto Batali: Simple Family Meals from My Home to Yours,” for lucky meet and greet winners. 

Batali told the audience, “The quality of your meal is decided when you leave the store and pack your groceries in the back of the car. Fundamentally what distinguishes really great Italian food from mediocre food is the quality of the ingredients. Find stores that will let you taste the salt, the oil and the tomatoes so you can find the food that best suits your particular palate.”

Photo credit: Michael Hewitt / ImagesOfVegas.com.

Turning 21 in Las Vegas at TAO!! Who?? Plus sexy Pussycat Doll!

Kimberly Wyatt & Friend

Kendall Schmidt

Friday night Kendall Schmidt of Big Time Rush celebrated his 21st birthday along with fellow members of the Nickelodeon boy band at TAO.  The group dined at the Asian bistro before heading up to the club where they were joined by 30 friends.  DJ Crooked played the band’s song Elevate as Schmidt was surprised with a record player shaped cake.

Former Pussycatt Doll Kimberly Wyatt also was seen at TAO Nightclub.

Pauly Shore dined at LAVO with friends, enjoying favorite including the famed Kobe Meatball and Oreo Zeppole.  After dinner he made his way to a VIP table at Marquee to take in the sounds of DJ Chuckie.  Also spotted at Marquee was Brandon Marshall of the Miami Dolphins, who checked out the club with his wife.

Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Rocking Comedy Show at Swingers!! (NO not that type of swinging!)

This week the show returns better then ever!! We found a Rodney Dangerfield look a like, a very funny comedian named Angie Krum. Then we have Magician Seth Grable stopping by and rocking the night away is LEAVING SPRINGFIELD...these guys rock. Join us for our version of Name That Tune, and so much more. The fun starts at 6pm and ends at 11pm. We have Happy Hour Drink specials, 9 holes of mini golf, and non stop fun. Happening inside the Plaza hotel downtown inside The Swingers Club (not a real swingers club)

www.plazahotelcasino.com/entertainment/swingers_club.php

Needs a ride!! Rottweiler needs transport from Vegas to St. George Utah!

A friend of our is going to be driving a leg of a rescue to get a rescued Rottweiler to his new home sometime this week. They will be driving from Vegas to St. George Utah, MAYBE a bit further. Do any of you  have ANY connections in Utah that could drive from there towards Denver CO? PLEASE let me know ETHER way. This Boy has warts on him and can not be by other dogs. but is on meds, sweet and happy boy. Thank you!

Ilovelasvegasmagazine@gmail.com.

Have a safe wonderful Thanksgiving!

Thank you for reading and enjoying the blog! Have a wonderful safe Happy Thanksgiving! Will return tomorrow!

Lingerie Model Contest tonight at Gallery Nightclub!

Looking for a Thanksgiving dinner? There is one at Sugar Factory!

Want something sweet? Check out iCandy Burlesque at Tropicana Las Vegas!

Tropicana Las Vegas presents iCandy Burlesque, a one-of-a- kind, sexy new experience which will take audiences on a wild ride with talented performances, heart-pounding music and stunning costumes starting Thursday, Nov. 24.

Captivating audiences with their sensual yet upbeat performances, iCandy Burlesque performs on and off stage to ultra-sexy songs like “Striptease,” “Lady Marmalade,” “Naughty Girl” and “Fever,” to name a few. In addition to burlesque beauties in barely-there attire, there will be aerial performances, platform dancers and stilt walkers to entertain throughout the night. Six table games featuring iCandy Burlesque dealers in risqué clothing, mini stages in the cocktail areas, specialty iCandy cocktails, go-go dancers, special guest DJs and a Party Pit complete the experience.

“iCandy Burlesque brings a sensuality to our property that our guests are sure to love,” said Melissa Steinberg, vice president of entertainment and casino operations at Tropicana Las Vegas. “The party atmosphere heightens the gaming experience and adds to the energy in the casino.” 

“The new Tropicana is the perfect setting for our energetic yet playful show,” said Nannette Barbara, iCandy producer and choreographer. “We’ve created a fun environment with the hottest music, performances and beautiful dancers in sexy costumes to captivate the audience and keep them coming back for more.”

The iCandy Burlesque experience will take place in Tropicana Las Vegas’ Ambhar Lounge on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., with performances at 8:30 p.m., 10 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 years of age or older. For more information on iCandy Burlesque visit www.trop.lv/icandyburlesque.

About Tropicana Las Vegas | www.troplv.com

Tropicana Las Vegas redefines the expectations of today’s global travelers with a recently completed $180 million transformation which provides a true resort experience. In addition to a vibrant and exciting motif with a South Beach, Miami rhythm and vibe, the transformation of the hotel, resort and casino includes a fresh redesign of every best-in-class room and suite, the casino, the conference center and exhibition hall, several new restaurants, bars, a new poker room, a new race and sports book, and the recently debuted Glow®, A Mandara Spa and fitness center which fuses the modern and beach-chic lifestyle with beauty and wellness experiences.

Tropicana Las Vegas is not affiliated with any other property or brand.

For additional information on event reservations, hotel resort amenities or available accommodations call 702-739-2222 or visit www.troplv.com.  Stay up-to-date on the latest Tropicana Las Vegas happenings by finding us on Facebook facebook.com/troplv or follow us on Twitter twitter.com/troplv 

Early bird open bar and the best in hip hop! Tonight at Revolution!

November 23, 2011

Doors open at 10:00 pm

The Good Foot Bonnie & Clyde Battle

Revolution presents a special Thanksgiving installment of its hip-hop extravaganza, The Good Foot for all you turkeys out there! Always featuring the best in hip-hop, this week resident DJ G-Minor is joined by special guest DJ B-Boy Ben, and the best B Boys and B Girls take over the dance floor and dance in the Bonnie and Clyde Battle for a $500 cash prize!! As always, guests can get sprung on the early bird open bar from 10pm to midnight, $20 for the boyz and $10 for the ladies. Get to Revolution Thursday night and get on the Good Foot!

Next Friday...enjoy Funnel Cake!!

The Funnel Cake Cafe at FIRST FRIDAY ~ DEC. 2ND

Time6:00pm until 12:00am

3rd Street downtown Las Vegas

First Friday is in its 9th year and experiencing tremendous growth with over 14,000 people taking to the streets of downtown to enjoy ART, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, FOOD, VENDORS and more.

The Funnel Cake Cafe will be servin' up the BEST tasting FUNNEL CAKES ever on 3rd St.

This is a monthly event that's FREE TO THE PUBLIC and great for the entire family.

Shuttles will be running to and from the event 5:30pm-12:30am. Shuttle pick ups and stops are:

1) City Parking Garage on Stewart and Las Vegas Blvd

2) El Cortez at 6th and Fremont

3) Government Center Parking Lot on Grand Central

4) Stratosphere Hotel old valet on West side of the building

The Funnel Cake Cafe is on the move so please don't forget to subscribe to our email list http://eepurl.com/gnqfP so we can keep you posted on our FUN events and locations

Please share this invite with your friends and we'll see you on Friday Dec. 2nd.

Whisper Wednesday at Cathouse...food and drink specials!

Whisper Wednesdays by Blackbook 702. Cathouse this Wednesday to witness the rebirth of the great DJ XSETTRA for a 5SIDES reunion!

XSETTRA will be spinning alongside DJ C-QUEL.

1/2 Price Drinks and 30% off food all night

**WORK IS NOT A SCAPEGOAT.. IT'S THE DAY BEFORE THANKSGIVING!!**

Free for Locals!!

HAPPY HOUR::

5:00pm - 10:00pm Eat & Drink

Drink & Food Specials!

2 for 1 Martinis

30% off All Food

PARTY TIME: Starts at 10:00pm DJ & Entertainment

TABLE RESERVATIONS AND BOTTLE PRICING

Comp Bottle of Champagne for Ladies!! Group of 4

Comp Bottle for Ladies!! Groups of 5 or more

Comp Bottle for Birthdays!!

Complimentary bottle for you can your friends

Contact Ken Miller www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1017891491

Contact Kim Vallejo www.facebook.com/kvallejo

Call for Reservations 702-625.0199

VENUE INFORMATION::

CATHOUSE

3900 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV

(702) 262-4228 · cathouselv.com

21+ w/ ID

www.facebook.com/blackbook702

www.twitter.com/blackbook702

Doohan's Bar & Lounge and Cathouse Boutique Nightclub

3900 Las Vegas Blvd. Southn (Luxor), Las Vegas, NV 89119

Holiday fun at FIRST Food & Bar for all ages!

Chef "Sammy D"

Known for their creative, fun and approachable-for-all menu and special events, the team at FIRST Food & Bar announces a month of celebration for the holidays, including food and drink specials, kids activities and holiday traditions! The celebration will take place during The Venetian® and The Palazzo’s Winter in Venice™ which now runs through Jan. 8 featuring 49 days of holiday festivities throughout both resorts.

SATURDAY, NOV. 26

1 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Chef Sam “Sammy D” DeMarco and the FIRST chefs will be roasting chestnuts on-site and serving Hot Apple Cider, Hot Chocolate and Chocolate Cookie Dough Truffles. Event will take place at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas. Event will take place at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas and is free and open to the public.

SATURDAY, DEC. 3

10 a.m. – Noon – FIRST Food & Bar hosts kids of all ages for the Children’s Holiday Treat Production Class. Children can come to FIRST’s Private Dining Room during these ours and create a holiday treat for free. Gingerbread Man and chocolate covered pretzel rod decorating with toppings including, sprinkles, marshmallows and candy pieces. Hot chocolate with candy canes and marshmallows will also be served.

1 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Chef Sam “Sammy D” DeMarco and the FIRST chefs will be roasting chestnuts on-site and serving Hot Apple Cider, Hot Chocolate and Chocolate Cookie Dough Truffles. Event will take place at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas. Event will take place at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas and is free and open to the public.

SATURDAY, DEC. 17

10 a.m. – Noon – FIRST Food & Bar hosts kids of all ages for the Children’s Holiday Treat Production Class. Children can come to FIRST’s Private Dining Room during these ours and create a holiday treat for free. Gingerbread Man and chocolate covered pretzel rod decorating with toppings including, sprinkles, marshmallows and candy pieces. Hot chocolate with candy canes and marshmallows will also be served.

1 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Chef Sam “Sammy D” DeMarco and the FIRST chefs will be roasting chestnuts on-site and serving Hot Apple Cider, Hot Chocolate and Chocolate Cookie Dough Truffles. Event will take place at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas. Event will take place at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas and is free and open to the public.

Additionally, throughout the Winter in Venice celebration (Jan. 8, 2012) FIRST Food & Bar will be offering exclusive pre-fixe menus for both lunch and dinner at great values, which will include dishes such as pumpkin ravioli, Thanksgiving on a roll, venison meatloaf and turkey pot pie. Diners can enjoy a two-course pre-fixe lunch menu at just $18 per person which is paired with a celebratory holiday cocktail. A three-course pre-fixe dinner menu, also paired with a holiday cocktail, will be available for just $25 per person. Reservations can be made by calling  702-607-3478.      .