Great Food, Great Atmosphere! The Epicurean Affair Is Coming Up!

The Las Vegas Epicurean Affair returns to The Palazzo on Thursday, May 25, 2017. This year's soiree, sponsored by the Nevada Restaurant Association (NvRA), will feature nearly 80 of the finest restaurants and nightclubs from around the city, along with a premier selection of libations.

Chef Timon Balloo from The Venetian's newest restaurant, SUGARCANE raw bar grill, will be this year's celebrity chef host. Balloo, who has won numerous accolades including Best New Restaurant nomination from the James Beard Foundation for the 2010 opening of SUGARCANE in Miami, will bring his signature style of globally inspired dishes with bold flavors.

Guests at the Las Vegas Epicurean Affair will spend the evening poolside at The Palazzo indulging in the best cuisine and cocktails offered from establishments both on and off The Strip.

"This is one of the best culinary events our city has to offer. The selection of chefs and restaurants always represents a dazzling array that guests remember year after year," says Katherine Jacobi, president, NvRA. "From Downtown Las Vegas to the Strip to the communities of Southern Nevada, the event will definitely showcase a wonderful blend of dining experiences... and all for a good cause!"

Proceeds from the evening will fund NvRA's educational and scholarship programs, including ProStart®, a national high school culinary skill and restaurant management program.

Participants from previous years have included Bouchon; Carnevino; Delmonico Steakhouse; LAVO; Mint Indian Bistro; Table 10; TAO Asian Bistro; Texas de Brazil; N9NE Steakhouse; Ferraro's Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar; Lawry's The Prime Rib and STK along with many other distinguished restaurants.

The Las Vegas Epicurean Affair is open to the public and will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Pools at The Palazzo. Tickets can be purchased at any box office at The Venetian or The Palazzo.  Tickets for the event start at $120.

For more information, visit palazzo.com, twitter.com/PalazzoVegas and facebook.com/palazzolasvegas.

You Must Try The Sundae Of Champions At CREAM! TASTY!

Sundae of Champions

Vegas is heating up! You know what that means; time for ice cream! If you are ready for some home made delicious ice cream head on over to CREAM which has two locations in the Las Vegas Valley. One in Summerlin and one on Eastern. Pretty much everyone is familiar with a sundae and a banana split. At CREAM they take ice cream desserts to an entire new level. For a limited time, the Sundae of Champions is available. This sundae was created for the 2016 summer Olympics and was very popular.  So popular that it is back! What makes this sundae stand out? You start with your choice of cookie, ten varieties available, then you choose a scoop of ice cream, over twenty to choose from, then you add a crumbled brownie, regular or with walnuts, then another scoop of ice cream, then topped with a do’sant (mini croissant donut) which has a mini scoop of more ice cream. Top this decadent deliciousness off with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles!



I started off with the a warm snickerdoodle cookie topped with a scoop of Cin-Ful Churro ice cream then had the walnut brownie. My second scoop of ice cream was Caramel Cinnamon Cream and I had my do’sant stuffed with a mini scoop of Pistachio Delight. What a sundae! You will need a huge appetite to finish the entire delicious dessert.


Should your tastes run to simpler ice cream delights; sundaes and scoops are available. You can even have an ice cream taco or a milkshake or a creamy ice cream float. Gluten free cookies and vegan cookies are available. So go ahead, INDULGE at CREAM!!  

Summerlin
1980 Festival Plaza Dr
Las Vegas, NV 89135
www.facebook.com/CREAMSummerlin/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf

Henderson
10271 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite 115
Henderson, Nevada 89052
www.facebook.com/CREAMHenderson/

Actor Mike Rowe Out & About In Vegas! Where?

On March 10, 2017, actor and TV host, Mike Rowe was spotted attending the hit show ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The Dirty Jobs host was seen taking in ABSINTHE’s outlandish acts and hilarious antics during the 8 p.m. performance. Following the show, Rowe went backstage for a photo with The Gazillionaire and his raucous assistant, Wanda Widdles to express his enjoyment of the performance.

ABSINTHE show times are Wednesday-Sunday at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., with no show on Monday and Tuesday. The schedule is subject to change without notice. For tickets and more information, visit AbsintheVegas.com.

Photos: Courtesy of Joseph Sanders/Spiegelworld

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With Celtic Feis At NY NY Hotel & Casino

New York-New York Hotel & Casino will kick off the first day of its shamrockin’ bash, Celtic Feis, with a fun-filled St. Patrick’s Day parade throughout the property. The Las Vegas Pipe Band will lead the procession through the hotel, ending on Nine Fine Irishmen’s outdoor patio on the Brooklyn Bridge, followed by a traditional Guinness toast led by the Drum Major, Ken Misch, and President and COO of New York-New York, Cynthia Kiser Murphey.

Following the spectacle, guests are invited to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live music and traditional Irish bites at Nine Fine Irishmen. Admission is $10 beginning at 11 a.m.

 Friday, March 17                              
10:30 a.m. – Parade

 Outdoor Plaza on the Brooklyn Bridge
(Outside of Nine Fine Irishmen)
New York-New York Hotel & Casino
3790 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
LV, NV 89109

Enjoy The Green Grasshopper Elixxr For St. Patrick's Day At HEXX

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, HEXX Kitchen + Bar and HEXX Chocolate + Confexxions at Paris Las Vegas will bring Irish spirit to the Las Vegas Strip with a themed menu and boozy green milkshake served all day on Friday, March 17.

Created by Executive Chef Matthew Piekarski, HEXX Kitchen + Bar will offer corned beef and cabbage rolls with a side of grainy mustard sauce, accompanied by mashed potatoes and carrot chips, priced at $19.95.

HEXX Chocolate + Confexxions will serve a minty, alcohol-infused milkshake, the Grasshopper Elixxr, featuring artisanal mint chocolate chip High Road Ice Cream, Crème de Menthe and crème de cocoa. The boozy shake will be available in the café, directly adjacent to HEXX Kitchen + Bar, and will be priced at $14.95.

Reservations are available at OpenTable and by calling 702.331.5100.  Connect with HEXX on social media at www.facebook.com/hexxchocolate, and on Twitter and Instagram at @hexxchocolate; join the conversation by using #HEXX.

3655 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 331-5100

Get Lucky At The Gold Spike Hotel For St. Paddy's Day!

217 Las Vegas Blvd N
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 476-1082

Music Event "Scars & Stripes" Coming To DLVEC

Hard rock powerhouse 3 Doors Down will headline the Scars & Stripes Music Festival at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center on Saturday, June 3. Proceeds from the all-day music event will go to three veteran groups in the Las Vegas community, including the Nevada chapter of Pets for Vets.

Discounted tickets will initially be available to active duty military, their dependents and veterans and before going on-sale to the general public on Wednesday, March 15. Tickets can be purchased at www.dlvec.com or www.ticketmaster.com and start at $89.00, plus applicable fees.

The 16-time platinum headliners, who celebrated their 20th anniversary last year with the release of their sixth studio album, Us and the Night, has rocked audiences around the world on the strength of such hits as “Kryptonite,” “When I’m Gone,” “Here Without You,” and numerous others.

“Vegas has always been a great city to us, we have fond memories of shows there,” said Brad Arnold, lead vocalist for 3 Doors Down. “When we were asked to headline the inaugural Scars & Stripes Festival in support of veterans and Pets for Vets we were immediately in! Our military and veterans are near and dear to our hearts and a big part of why we do this. We look forward to a great day of rock n' roll with Pop Evil and many other great bands. See you June 3rd!”

The current lineup is as follows:

·         3 Doors Down

·         Asking Alexandria

·         Hellyeah

·         Pop Evil

·         10 Years

·         Adam Gontier

·         Otherwise

·         Shamans Harvest

·         Devour The Day

·         Charcoal Tongue

·         Lansdowne

·         Moscow

Las Vegas natives and hard-rock quartet, Otherwise, are mainstays in the US Mainstream Rock charts with hits like “I Don’t Apologize (1,000 Pictures,” and “Soldiers.” Lead guitarist Ryan Patrick said the band is looking forward to playing this massive event in front of a hometown crowd.

"The first time we ever played a big concert like this in Las Vegas, the momentum of our careers was super charged,” he said. “Now, to not only be on the bill for the inaugural Scars & Stripes music festival but to also be a part of the incredible team putting this massive show together is game-changing. Performing for our nation’s military is always the utmost honor for us.”

Scars & Stripes is being produced by Filthy Nasty Productions in conjunction with Empire Reign and Mungo Creative Group. For more information on Scars & Stripes or DLVEC, please visit  www.dlvec.com. The Scars & Stripes band lineup is subject to change.

Lucky Fan Couple Win Ultimate Race Weekend For NASCAR!

Credit One Bank, the Official Credit Card of NASCAR and one of the largest and fastest growing issuers of credit cards in the United States, recently awarded the Ultimate Race Weekend to a lucky NASCAR fan and his wife. In January, NASCAR fan Aaron R. from Grapevine, TX won the Credit One Bank Ultimate Race Weekend sweepstakes, which included two tickets to a 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series® (MENCS) race of their choice, a VIP experience and behind-the-scenes tour, roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations and $1,000 spending money. Aaron and his wife Jacki selected the Kobalt 400 in Las Vegas, NV where they had the opportunity to meet Jamie McMurray, driver of the No. 1 Chevrolet.

“It was a fun filled, action packed weekend,” said Aaron R. of his first time attending a NASCAR race. “Experiencing all that NASCAR had to offer opened a new and exciting world!”

Race fans were eligible to enter the sweepstakes from mid-October through Dec. 31, 2016 by visiting CreditOneBank.com/NASCAR to see if they pre-qualified for the Official Credit Card of NASCAR. All existing Credit One Bank NASCAR Visa primary card members automatically received one entry into the sweepstakes.

“We can’t think of a better way to kick off our second season as a NASCAR partner than by hosting Aaron and Jacki at the Ultimate Race Weekend,” says Laura Faulkner, vice president of marketing communications at Credit One Bank. “Through this sweepstakes, thousands of NASCAR fans have experienced how easy it is to apply for the card that allows them to show their passion for auto racing and rewards them for being a fan.”

In its second season as an official NASCAR sponsor, Credit One Bank has also expanded its relationship with Chip Ganassi Racing by partnering with Kyle Larson and the No. 42 team during the inaugural Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series season.

“We are excited to grow our support this season and cheer on Kyle Larson,” Faulkner continued. “We look forward to another great season of racing.”

CELEBS! Performers, Movie Stars & More In Vegas!

Tuesday, March 14 was a star-studded affair as Howie Dorough of the Backstreet Boys, American actor Liev Schreiber and rapper Wiz Khalifa were all spotted having a fun night out at OMNIA Nightclub inside Caesars Palace. Dorough, who was seen with two other guests and seated in the DJ booth, arrived around midnight and appeared to be in high spirits while enjoying a performance by resident DJ Zedd before leaving just after 2:00 a.m. Schreiber, who also arrived around midnight and was seated in the main club with three friends, was observed having a good time sipping cocktails and socializing into the early hours of the morning. Across the way, inside the Heart of OMNIA, Wiz Khalfia was spotted enjoying his time alongside a group of 12 friends. The “Black and Yellow” rapper was seen dancing and taking shots before making his way out around 3:00 a.m.

3570 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 785-6200

LOL With Comedian Lil Duval At The Access Showroom

Comedian Lil Duval will bring the laughs to Access Showroom at Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa on Friday, March 25.

Lil Duval first rose to fame after he began performing in Atlanta, Georgia, on the comedy circuit. He got his shot at fame after being noticed by Cedric the performer on BET’s “ComicView.”

Duval has been seen on the big screen in films like “Meet the Blacks,” “Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming” and “Scary Movie 5.” He currently appears on two MTV2 series, “Guy Code” and “Hip Hop Squares.”

Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets start at $25.50 plus tax and fees, and luxury booths are also available. Guests 21 or older may purchase tickets by calling 702.692.7777 or visiting ticketing.aliantegaming.com.

It's Coming! Restaurant Week To Help Three Square Food Bank!

Three Square Food Bank’s Las Vegas Restaurant Week returns for its 11th annual event June 19-30, 2017.

Three Square Food Bank encourages restaurant owners and chefs to “save the date” and register early for the 12-day culinary event. Interested restaurants should contact Three Square’s Kari Goldberg at 702.644.3663 ext. 332, or kgoldberg@threesquare.org.

During Las Vegas Restaurant Week, participating restaurants across Southern Nevada develop prix-fixe menus – some offering breakfast, lunch and/or dinner – at price points ranging from $20 to $80, with a fixed portion of the meal’s cost donated to Three Square.

“The Las Vegas restaurant community is renowned and respected all over the world for its innovation, quality and unparalleled customer service,” said Brian Burton, president and CEO of Three Square. “Three Square’s Las Vegas Restaurant Week demonstrates yet another aspect of the restaurant community’s excellence, helping to raise funds and provide food to the hundreds of thousands of hungry residents in our community.”

Approximately two weeks before Las Vegas Restaurant Week begins, the mobile-friendly website helpoutdineoutlv.org will launch, providing a complete list of participating restaurants, prix-fixe menus and directions on how to make reservations.

In 2016, Las Vegas Restaurant Week saw record-breaking numbers. The 12-day event welcomed participation from more than 170 restaurants and raised nearly $185,000 in donations to feed hungry people in Southern Nevada. In 2017, the highly anticipated culinary experience returns June 19 and concludes on June 30.

One hundred percent of the proceeds collected from this year’s participating restaurants will benefit Three Square and its mission to provide meals to more than 296,000 food-insecure residents in Southern Nevada.

Las Vegas Restaurant Week began in 2007 as a way to give locals and tourists the opportunity to help out by dining out. 2016 marked the tenth year of Las Vegas Restaurant Week, which features a variety of fine dining experiences throughout the Valley. Proceeds from Restaurant Week benefit Three Square, Southern Nevada’s only food bank. Three Square currently provides more than more than 40 million pounds of food and grocery product – the equivalent of more than 33 million meals – per year to more than 1,300 community partners including nonprofit and faith-based organizations, schools and feeding sites throughout Southern Nevada. Three Square is a member of the Feeding America network of food banks. For additional information visit www.threesquare.org or www.helpoutdineoutlv.org.

Fridays Are Something To Celebrate At Galleria Mall At Sunset

Galleria at Sunset is celebrating its 21st birthday with monthly  “Thank Galleria It’s Friday” mix and mingle happy hour events, with proceeds benefitting New Vista Community.

Thank Galleria It’s Friday events are held outside on the plaza near Dillards and Bravo! Cucina Italiana from 6 to 8 p.m. on the second Friday of each month. Admission includes sampling of featured spirits with live entertainment, delicious tastes from Galleria restaurants at happy hour pricing, and a drink ticket from participating restaurants. One hundred percent of the $10 admission cost will benefit New Vista Community and their mission to empower the intellectually challenged in Southern Nevada.

“For 21 years, Galleria at Sunset has been more than a shopping destination, but also a gathering place for families and friends - whether for shopping, dining or meeting for a cup of coffee to catch up. The spirit of our monthly ‘Thank Galleria It’s Friday’ encourages that connection. A 21st birthday is a notable milestone and we don’t plan to celebrate alone!” said Kevin Budny, Galleria at Sunset Senior General Manager.

Participating restaurants include World of Beer, Larsen’s Grill, and BRAVO! Cucina Italiana.

Monthly Themed Tastings:
- April 14 – Wine
- May 12 – Tequila
- June 9 – Vodka Cocktails
- July 14 – Bourbons
- August 11 – Wine
- September 8 – Local Beer
- October 13 – Whiskey

Guests must be 21 years or older to participate.  More details available at www.galleriaatsunset.com.

Galleria at Sunset is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information call 702-434-0087 or visit galleriaatsunset.com for a full list of tenants. Keep up with the latest Galleria at Sunset information via Facebook - www.facebook.com/galleriaatsunset/, Twitter -twitter.com/GalleriaSunset  and Instagram.

Credit One Bank Along With NASCAR Driver Kyle Larson Give BACK To LV

Thursday morning, Credit One Bank hosted an employee appreciation event with special guest and Credit One Bank-sponsored Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series driver, Kyle Larson. During the event, Credit One Bank donated a total of $34,000 to local charities HELP of Southern Nevada and Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY).

As the main event, Kyle and Credit One Bank employees competed in two teams against each other in a big-wheel (adult-sized tricycle) relay race, each team representing one of the two charities. HELP of Southern Nevada was announced as the winning team, but both charities were winners when they were each presented with $17,000 from Credit One Bank. Credit One Bank has been giving back to the Southern Nevada community for nearly 20 years. To further supplement the bank's values, Credit One Bank employees sit on numerous local nonprofit boards, volunteer for community service projects, and regularly raise donations to assist local organizations.

Following the check presentations to each of the charities, Kyle met and took photos with Credit One Bank employees in front of his No. 42 Credit One Bank show car.

Photo Credit: Joshua Dahl

Flashback! Vanderpump Rules Reality Stars At ABSINTHE

In January Vanderpump Rules reality stars Brittany Cartwright and Stassi Schroeder were spotted attending the 10 p.m. performance of the hit show ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace. In town to celebrate her birthday, Cartwright was seen enjoying laughs with Schroeder and friends while taking in the raucous show and the cast’s depth-defying antics. Following the performance, the group stayed for photos with the cast and to share their enthusiasm for the production.

ABSINTHE show times are Wednesday-Sunday at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., with no show on Monday and Tuesday. The schedule is subject to change without notice. For tickets and more information, visit AbsintheVegas.com.

Photos: Courtesy of Joseph Sanders/Spiegelworld

8th Annual St. Baldrick's Head Shaving Event Coming Up On 3/11!

For the eighth consecutive year, New York-New York Hotel & Casino will join the fight against childhood cancer and host its annual St. Baldrick’s Day head-shaving event. Proceeds from the event will benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a national organization funding research for promising childhood cancer treatments and cures. Guests of all ages are invited to a fun-filled celebration on the property’s Brooklyn Bridge complete with celebrity head-shavers, live music, balloon art, face painting and a raffle with exciting prizes.

Celebrities and notable personalities confirmed to attend include:

10 a.m.               Terry Fator         

11 a.m.                Miss Nevada USA Lauren York and Miss Teen Nevada USA Alexis Smith

12 p.m.               Cast members of MAGIC MIKE LIVE

1:30 p.m.            Cast members of FANTASY and Thunder from Down Under

2 p.m.                 Melody Sweets of ABSINTHE to shave John Katsilometes’ head

2:15 p.m.            Cast members of TOURNAMENT OF KINGS

3 p.m.                 Cast members of CHIPPENDALES and HUMAN NATURE

4:15 p.m.            Cast members of ABSINTHE

4:30 p.m.            Cast members of BAZ–Star Crossed Love

5 p.m.                 Cast members of TENORS OF ROCK

6 p.m.                 New York-New York Hotel & Casino’s Coyote Ugly Girls

6:30 p.m.            Clint Holmes and Kelly Clinton-Holmes

7:00 p.m.            Cast members of ZUMANITY by Cirque du Soleil 

Emcees confirmed for the event include the host of “Mondays Dark” and owner of The Space Mark Shunock, comedian at Paris Las Vegas and host of “The Weekend in Vegas” Jeff Civillico, Las Vegas Review-Journal “The Kats” reporter John Katsilometes and Director of Hotel Operations at New York-New York Hotel & Casino James Healey.
                                             
 Saturday, March 11
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.                                        
Outdoor Plaza on the Brooklyn Bridge
New York-New York Hotel & Casino
3790 S. Las Vegas Blvd.