Top Ten Things To Do In Vegas For NYE 2015!!

The countdown is on. 2015 is right around the corner and in the Entertainment Capital of the World, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. While Las Vegas has all the usual NYE suspects, why not consider some new ways to bring in the New Year, like eating 23-karat gold flecked lasagna or kicking off 2015 with Justin Timberlake?

So, how should you celebrate New Year’s Eve in Sin City? Here are 10 ideas:

10.  Taste the decadence. Say adieu to 2014 at The Mirage with Portofino’s White Diamond truffle and 23-karat gold flaked lasagna. The $100 “Diamond and Gold” Lasagna tantalizes taste buds with layers of pasta stuffed with porcini mushrooms, Iberico ham, Prosciutto di Parma, 24-month-aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, buffalo mozzarella and Kobe Bolognese. This luxurious creation is finished with foie gras-infused Alfredo sauce. www.mirage.com/restaurants/portofino-by-chef-michael-laplaca.aspx

9.     Dance the year away. If confetti blasts and partying like a rock star are more your style, check out the top headliners at the finest nightclubs in the world. Calvin Harris with Eva Shaw & Burns will headline a special New Year’s Eve set at Hakkasan at MGM Grand. Alesso will drop beats at LIGHT at Mandalay Bay and The Bank at Bellagio will feature an exclusive live performance by Trey Songz.

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8.     Party with Macklemore. If you’re donning your latest thrift shop finds this New Year’s Eve, 1OAK at The Mirage is the place to be, as Grammy Award-winning hip-hop duo Macklemore and Ryan Lewis take the stage to perform hits like “Thrift Shop” and “Same Love.” 

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7.     Go out with a bang. Fireworks light up the sky along Las Vegas Boulevard at midnight so it’s crucial to find a good vantage point well ahead of time. miX Lounge at Delano Las Vegas boasts an outdoor patio and floor-to-ceiling windows facing The Strip. You won’t miss a single burst with this epic view. www.delanolasvegas.com/dining/mix-lounge.aspx

6.     Catch the water works. Water and fire usually don’t play well together, but on New Year’s Eve on The Strip, it might be the best mash-up yet! Using dramatic music, water and light, The Fountains of Bellagio soar up to 460 feet in beautifully choreographed synchronization. With the glimmering fireworks in the background and the waterworks right in front of you, the combination makes for one stunning sight! www.bellagio.com/attractions/fountains-of-bellagio.aspx

5.     Pig out. Steak is so 2014; celebrate the start of 2015 at Monte Carlo’s Yusho with a whole pig’s head. Cooked for a full 24 hours and served with a plethora of Japanese fixings like stuffed buns, cabbage kimchi and bowls of ramen, this will be a New Year’s Eve dinner you won’t soon forget. Just be sure to order at least a full day in advance. www.montecarlo.com/restaurants/yusho.aspx

4.     Paint the town gold. Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino will transform into a golden wonderland, complete with elaborate gold-themed accents, lavish culinary selections, incredible cocktails and more. The masquerade-style affair encourages guests to welcome 2015 in an exuberant environment. The party continues with chart-toppers Maroon 5 as they take over the Mandalay Bay Events Center for two special performances December 30 and 31. 1.         newsroom.mgmresorts.com/mandalay-bay/latest-news/all-that-glitters-will-be-gold-at-mandalay-bays-paint-the-town-gold-new-years-eve-extravaganza.htm

3.     Beef up your new year. Ring in the New Year with the most indulgent burger experience on The Strip – the legendary FleurBurger 5000 from celebrated chef Hubert Keller of Fleur at Mandalay Bay. The foie gras and black truffle-topped Kobe burger is accompanied by a bottle of Chateau Petrus 1995 poured in Ichendorf Brunello stemware, imported from Italy. After the meal, Fleur will ship the glasses to your home along with a personal note from Chef Keller. All this decadence for the price of $5,000! www.mandalaybay.com/dining/fleur/

2.     Cure your hangover. Hangovers are all too common come New Year’s Day. Luckily, Vegas has as many hangover cures as ways to incur said hangover. Developed by a group of experienced emergency room physicians, REVIV, located at The Underground at MGM Grand, features a wide range of intravenous and vitamin therapies to combat hangovers including three different types of IV therapies. If the “hair of the dog” cure is more your style, check out the Instagram-worthy Bloody Mary at Todd English P.U.B. inside The Shops at Crystals, where a cart is rolled tableside and guests select from an insane amount of garnishes including a bacon cheeseburger slider, a chicken wing, shrimp and a mini corn dog. revivme.com/locations/las-vegas/

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1.     Put on your suit and tie. In Vegas, the party doesn’t end at the stroke of midnight. This year, continue your celebration of a fresh start, a new year and a new day with none other than Justin Timberlake, who will close out his 20/20 Experience World Tour January 1 and 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.  www.mgmgrand.com/entertainment/grand-garden-arena.aspx

Out & About In Vegas...Who?? Where??

Monica Raymund was spotted enjoying a traditional brunch at LAVO on Sunday.  The Chicago Fire star was joined by family for a meal that included mimosas, oysters and lobster cocktail.

Brian Setzer Performance At The Palms Brings Holiday Cheer

Christmas came early to The Pearl at Palms Casino Resort Saturday night as the Brian Setzer Orchestra brought the 11th annual Christmas Rocks! Extravaganza to the city. The band took to the stage with plenty of spirit as they rocked the house with Christmas songs such as “Dig That Crazy Santa Claus,” “Jingle Bell Rock” and “Joy to the World” mixed in with Stray Cats hits including “Rock This Town” and “Sexy & 17.” Setzer even threw in some covers performing “Ring of Fire” as well as “Jump, Jive and Wail” - the song Setzer himself gave a new life to when he covered the catchy tune in 1998. That cover won a GRAMMY for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group the following year.  

In an previously released statement, Setzer said: “The Christmas Tour has become an annual tradition for many people. It’s so enjoyable for me because not only do I get to play my own versions of holiday music, but also songs I recorded with my orchestra and the Stray Cats.”

Photos by Edison Graff

At Marquee Nightclub On 12/25 Borgeous & Nadia Ali!

LOVE THIS!! Smashburger To Open LV Strip Location! BEST BURGERS!

This Tuesday, Dec. 23, Smashburger will debut its first location on the Las Vegas Strip. Smashburger’s newest location will be showcased inside Caesars Palace’s brand new 14,900-square-foot Forum Food Court.

This momentous opening marks Smashburger’s ninth location in Las Vegas. Committed to Southern Nevada and its growth, this is also the second location to open in the area within seven months. Hours of operation will be 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

At Smashburger, the secret is in the smash. It starts with 100-percent—fresh, never frozen, All-natural Certified Angus Beef and is smashed on a 400 degree flat grill to sear in the juicy flavor. To further the “better burger” experience, the delicious burgers are served on toasted artisan buns and topped with a selection of the freshest produce, real cheeses, and highest-quality condiments.

Smashburger is more than just burgers. Customers can also enjoy a selection of tender marinated grilled or crispy sandwiches and fresh-tossed signature salads, along with a variety of irresistible sides including rosemary and garlic–seasoned Smashfries, Haystack Onions and Veggie Frites (flash-fried and seasoned carrot sticks and green beans). The restaurant will also serve a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages ranging from handspun shakes, root-beer floats in frosted mugs and beer.

  

Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 11 a.m.

Forum Food Court at Caesars Palace

3570 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Singer Keri Hilson To Ring In 2015 At Chateau Nightclub

To keep the New Year festivities going, Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop at Paris Las Vegas will kick off 2015 with a performance by singer, songwriter and actress, Keri Hilson on Friday, Jan. 2.

NAACP’s 2010 Outstanding New Artist is best known for topping the charts with her Top 40 hits  including “Pretty Girl Rock,” “Turnin’ Me On” featuring Lil’ Wayne and “Knock You Down,” featuring Kanye West and Ne-Yo. Hilson will take the stage to get the crowd rockin’ and ready for the New Year before heading to a VIP booth to party with friends and family.

Admission to the party is $20 for ladies and $30 for gentlemen.

About Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop

Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop is located at Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Boulevard South, directly above Sugar Factory American Brasserie. The nightclub is open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights from 10:30 p.m. to close. Chateau’s industry night, Chateau Wednesdays, offers complimentary admission to locals with ID on Wednesday nights. Free cover for locals, excluding special events, general admission starts at $20 for women and $30 for men. Dress code is strictly enforced. For table reservations and VIP bottle service, call 702.776.7777 or email reservations@chateaunightclublv.com. For general information and updates, call 702.776.7770, become a fan on Facebook or follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/chateaulv.

PHOTO CREDIT: Courtesy of Chateau

Glamour and Glow® Try-Outs Event Coming To Vegas!

Glamour and Glow® is a nationally touring show which is the largest UV fashion, music and performance event in the Nation. Seen in Florida Fashion Week as a headline event to Niagara Falls, the Midwest and all over the West Coast of California. Video here: vimeo.com/42378146

The event offers an enormous array of theatrical fashion fused with dynamic performances all illuminated under UV lights which accompanies the evenings visually stimulating and interactive entertainment. Body Art and Fashion video here: http://vimeo.com/112132441

EMD Magazine calls Glamour and Glow® as “ A new enchanting event that is beginning to take America by storm”. Article here: www.youredm.com/2013/09/25/glamour-glow-fashion-meets-edm-nightlife/

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Wbsite: www.GlamourinGlow.com

Models

You must be comfortable with glowing/theatrical designer fashion and/or ultra violet body paint art. See pictures here:instagram.com/glamouringlow/

This is not a compensated event, as we will be investing over $400 of body art, fiber optic hair extension and will provide all photography and video for you as well as goodie bags from the show. When arriving to castings, please bring a model comp card or any recent pictures (not required). This is not a traditional fashion event so experience in runway is not needed. Our exceptionally experienced staff will provide all training for this event.

Body Painters and Theatrical Make-up Artist

Glamour and Glow will be offering you generous and effective sponsorship platform with your participation in this event. We pride ourselves on working with the most talented and celebrated people and businesses in the industry. The details of the sponsorship (if selected) will be discussed during the casting meeting. Bring any relevant materials that support your cause to this casting, or reply to this ad with any pertinent information and/or links.

Designers

We will be selecting only 5 designers to showcase your styles and creative expressions during this mega event in February. Details for this are extensive and can only be discussed in person during the casting. Bring any relevant materials and pictures that support your cause to this casting, or reply to this ad with any pertinent information and/or links. (web, social media etc).

Performers

We are looking for ariels, dancers, break dancers and any other abstract, unique and original performances that are relative to the show. Break into the industry or established. Please email your info to Dave@GlamourinGlow.com for consideration.

The casting will take place from the hours of 7pm to 10pm Monday Dec 22nd at

El Dorado Cantina 

3025 S. Industrial Rd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

Please RSVP to this event page to confirm your attendance. www.facebook.com/events/320614251461753/?ref_dashboard_filter=calendar

2nd Annual BARrocker Competition Has A Winner From LV!

The Winners

Christian From Las Vegas

Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas hosted the second annual regional BARocker competition last night, Wednesday, December 17. Hundreds of people packed the third level of the strip location of the famous cafe to cheer on their favorite bartender from cities spanning the central and west regions. Hard Rockers from Denver, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, San Diego, Seattle, Chicago and Dallas all traveled to sin city to flip, twirl, pour and spin their way to the top spot.

At the end of the night bartenders Christian Ortiz and Stefano Bellelli from Las Vegas and Seattle reigned supreme and will be moving on to the world finals in Riviera Maya, Mexico

The competition was judged by a panel of industry experts and local celebrities, including Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch. Competitors were judged on several key components, including recipe knowledge, pour testing, accuracy, speed, flair and showmanship.

Images courtesy of Photo FM

NYE 2015 Is Right Around The Corner! Celebrate At PBR W/Buck 2014!

 With unparalleled views of the entire Strip from the Patio, and the perfect location to view the annual fireworks, PBR Rock Bar & Grill offers patrons an unforgettable night to ring in the New Year with various ticketing and VIP options.

The revelry begins at 9 p.m. when Rock Bar and the Patio open to ticketed guests. As the Grill remains open, free of charge for diners, all guests will kick-off the evening in style with a complimentary glass of champagne upon entry. PBR Rock Bar is offering three ticket options for the evening that will be valid from 9 p.m. - midnight:

·        VIP Tables for up to six guests - offers an all access pass to the Bar, Grill and Patio that includes three bottles, an appetizer platter, champagne toast and party favors for $1,750.

·        VIP Individual Ticket - offers guests an all access pass to the Bar, Grill and Patio that includes an open bar to premium spirits, beer and wine for $200.

·        General Admission Individual Ticket - offers guests entrance to Rock Bar that includes an open bar to wells and domestic drafts for $100.

While patrons eagerly await the stroke of midnight, they can indulge in various drink and menu options.  The Grill will be open to the public, free of cover, and serving their full menu all night for partiers looking for a bite to eat.

Tickets can be purchased at www.pbrrockbar.com/the-new-years-eve-2014/.

Beautiful Dark Hues Of Hair Color Herald Winter - So Says Michael Boychuck!

The winter season has arrived, which means it’s time to shed fall’s beauty trends and embrace a natural look for the colder months ahead with glamorous makeup and rich hair hues.

This winter, Boychuck anticipates that women will make a bold hair move and take a walk on the darker side. For women with lighter brown hair, a deep brunette color will look flawless with the natural makeup trends predicted for the season. For women who already rock a dark brown hair color, the addition of auburn and deep red highlights will create a rich look for winter. Blondes are encouraged to add more caramel tones to their honey highlights in order to create a warm look for the cold season.

“Fall was full of honey blondes with sleek and structured low ponytails accompanied by deep side parts,” Boychuck said. “The holiday months are the perfect time to show off deeper shades with voluminous styles.”

The color guru, owner of COLOR Salon at Caesars Palace, and partner of LifeSpa + Salon at Life Time Athletic in Summerlin and Green Valley says big, luxurious curls dressed into a side ponytail are perfect for celebrations and date nights, while structured ballerina-inspired buns make an elegant statement during the day.

Winter make-up trends include making eyes pop with black mascara to create long, plump lashes. Neutral colors, such as a taupe or cream-colored eye shadows, are the best pairing for bold lashes, as it helps to brighten the eyes and face. For an added touch, Boychuck recommends a bold eyeliner with false eyelashes to create more volume and length. A soft pink to nude lip is best for daytime wear, while nighttime is ideal to experiment with a bold lip to match the deeper hair colors of the season.

The popular pairing of natural and deep tones continues into the nail color predictions for winter. The Las Vegas-based colorist to the stars predicts that women will be sporting deep red and purple palettes, such as burgundies and eggplants, or crisp colors like stark whites and barely-there nudes.

ABOUT MICHAEL BOYCHUCK

Michael Boychuck helped ignite the Las Vegas salon industry 13 years ago when he helped open a branch of Laurent D’s Beverly Hills salon, Prive at Bellagio.

Best known for his work with longtime clients and friends Paris and Nicky Hilton, Boychuck and his salons have an impressive celebrity client roster that includes Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Eva Longoria, Lindsay Lohan, Kirsten Dunst, Fergie of The Black Eyed Peas, Jennie Garth, Willa Ford, Shannon Doherty, Donna D’Errico, Jayde Nicole, Kathy Hilton and Leann Rimes. Boychuck was also named “Colorist of the Decade” by leading hair care company Schwarzkopf. The celebrity hair colorist has also been featured in Paris Hilton’s hit TV show “Paris Hilton’s My New BFF” and “The World According to Paris.”

To make an appointment at COLOR Salon please call 1-702-731-7791. To learn more about Michael Boychuck, visit www.michaelboychuck.com. Follow Boychuck and his salons on Twitter at www.twitter.com/michaelboychuck, www.twitter.com/colorsalonlv, www.twitter.com/LifeSalonLV; or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/michaelboychuck.

Photo credit: Jeff Ragazzo

Enjoy!! 12 Days Of Prime Rim! Now At 17° South

Close out the year in paradise at 17° South inside Tahiti Village with a Dozen Days of Prime Rib. Available beginning Saturday, Dec. 20, the Dozen Days of Prime Rib special, along with a new “Chef’s Choice” special, which changes daily, will be offered for $17.95 per person through Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015.

Offered from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., the Dozen Days of Prime Rib special includes a 12 oz. cut of delicious slow-roasted beef prime rib served with garlic mashed potatoes and farm-fresh vegetables. A complimentary well cocktail, domestic draft beer or glass of wine will also be included for guests 21 years or older

The celebration will continue with six new specialty cocktails and unique twists on holiday classics, including 17° South Egg Nog, The Grinch, Christmas Punch, 17° South Champagne Cocktail, 17° South New Year’s Martini, 17° South Holiday Old Fashion. All cocktails are available for $9 per drink and will also be offered through Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015.

Located in the floor-to-ceiling windowed eastern corner of the main lobby of Tahiti Village, 17° South offers a gorgeous outside deck (complete with televisions so you will not miss your favorite game) along with spectacular views of the immense main pool and lushly landscaped courtyard.  17° South’s new design and décor is welcoming and relaxing and also includes table top gaming and two slot machines if that is more your gaming style. The restaurant/bar seats 80 indoors and another 30 on the outdoor deck.

The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily and the bar is open from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. daily. A daily happy hour for non-Las Vegas residents is available Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. 17° South will operate from noon to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 25. For more information, please visit www.17SouthBar.com. Find 17° South on Facebook and Twitter.

Survivor Power Couple Jon & Jaclyn In Vegas! Where??

Jacyln & Jon

Jon & Jaclyn & Family & D Owner Derek Stevens

Last week LONGBAR at the D Las Vegas played host to Survivor power couple Jaclyn Schultz and Jon Misch.

Hot off the island, these college sweethearts from Michigan State outwitted, outplayed and outlasted their way into the top six before Jon was voted off the island in a surprising turn of events. Jaclyn held on long enough to make it into final two before losing to rival Natalie Anderson.

For almost two hours the dynamic duo posed for photos, signed autographs and interacted with fans during their “tribal council” at LONGBAR. Afterwards, Jaclyn and Jon along with Jaclyn's parents were treated by owner Derek Stevens to a beautiful dinner at Joe Vicari’s Andiamo Italian Steakhouse inside the D. 

Photo credit: Bryan Steffy