Monday, August 23, 2010

Enjoying drinks and partying at Hard Rock Hotel & Vegas! Who??


Sunday Night at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas:
At Vanity, Toronto Raptors’ Marcus Banks and Boston Celtics’ Jermaine O’Neal enjoyed drinks in a VIP booth with friends.

Kamaliya, a Ukrainian pop star best known for winning Mrs. World 2008, partied at the club with friends and danced to music spun by DJ Five.

Hot Hot Heat played to a lively crowd at Wasted Space.

Photo credit Hew Burney

Skinny Margarita "newest" concoction for steamy Latin Night!!



Rhumbar Introduces its 100-Calorie “Skinny” Margarita

Enjoy the “Muchachita” Without the Guilt
The newest drink to hit the menu at Havanatone, RHUMBAR’s sizzling Latin night, also comes without any guilt. The new “Muchachita” is a skinny, 100-calorie margarita, featuring a delicious blend of pomegranate and Aloe Vera. Now guests can samba and shake while they sip this low calorie libation on Wednesday nights.

Concocted by award-winning mixologist Kristen Schaefer, the “Muchachita” blends the fresh taste of Aloe Vera with fruity flavors of pomegranate and lime.  Milagro Silver tequila completes this delicious and healthy cocktail.

“We wanted to create a cocktail that embraced the high-energy vibe of Havanatone,” said Schaefer. “Not only is the ‘Muchachita’ delicious, added nutrients from the Aloe Vera and pomegranate juices help to promote good health. So now guests can skip the gym and enjoy a night of Latin dancing and margaritas - and still feel healthy about it.”

The Muchachita:
2 ounces El Sol Pomegranate Aloe Vera Juice
¾ ounces fresh lime juice
1-½ ounces of Milagro Silver tequila.
Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain. Served with a lime wheel.

Havanatone, Vegas’ only Latin night under the stars, transforms RHUMBAR’s patio into the sexiest dance floor on the Strip every Wednesday night. Talented dancers from Rumba Rica will salsa and cha cha to live music and Latin beats by DJ Gerard Fortuna. The spicy night begins at 9 p.m. with a complimentary dance instruction for revelers that want to partake in the Latin fervor. As the night heats up, “Havanatone” will thrill audiences with fiery numbers and heart-pounding performances choreographed to the eruption of the iconic Mirage volcano.

RHUMBAR is a highly-stylized cocktail and cigar lounge inspired by the cool mood of the Caribbean. The plush outdoor patio is reminiscent of a tropical retreat offering a picturesque location for guests to mingle, sip cocktails and smoke cigars. Located near the main entrance of The Mirage, RHUMBAR is owned and operated by Drive This! Entertainment. The lounge and patio are open from 11 a.m. until midnight Sunday through Wednesday, and 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. For more information visit www. RhumbarLV.com or www.DriveThisEntertainment.com or call 702-792-7615, or

Where to go for Happy Hour?? Try Rojo Lounge!


If you have not been into the Rojo Lounge Las Vegas. Check it out. The venue opens everyday at noon, with happy-hour specials Monday thru Friday 5pm to 8pm. Located at Palms Place!

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Dinner and a Show at Mandalay Bay – Delicious and Family Friendly!! RM & LION KING!






Fine food and entertainment were enjoyed by I Love Las Vegas Magazine…BLOG staffers at Rick Moonen’s RM Seafood. Afterwards a viewing of the Disney's The Lion King was on the agenda!

Rick Moonen’s RM's menu and decor are impeccable, as is RM Manager Aaron Whitten's polished and friendly staff. Dishes covered a gamut of inspired fusion ranging from a Marinated California Octopus served with sweet peppers, black tomato drizzle, and homemade falafel, to a delicious Rabbit Trio interpolated with morel risotto, crispy rillette, and fried quail egg. Buttery meats impeccably presented are a hallmark of Rick Moonen’s RM Upstairs' upscale environ, also featuring subdued ultra lounge music and blue and wood themes in the decor that put one in mind of a worthy meal aboard a luxury liner. RM's menus offered a several-course option on one side, with a la carte options on the reverse, allowing customization from a quick bite to a decadent and sumptuous repast. The wine list is quite extensive and a diverse selection is available and accompanies each course perfectly.  Fine Champagne and dessert wines are also well represented.

Finishing up dinner is a unique experience of a deliciously inspired tea. It is the center piece and the flavors mix as you dine and then it is cooled instantly with liquid nitrogen and then served. Check out the picture. A cool sipping experience with a hint of mint cleanses the palate perfectly!

Desserts served include the Chocolate Car Bomb and should not be missed! The unusual and creative notes of Guinness’s Ice Cream, Bailey’s Irish Crème and Bear suds put this dish as a lock for one of the  most inspired and memorable dessert of this year. 

"Disney's The Lion King" offers a virtuosic blend of music, dance, and topnotch staging and technical brilliance that is not to be missed. The cast's energetic and humorous performance shines with admirable backing by a note-perfect orchestral ensemble complemented by dual side-stage percussionists fluent in such exotic instruments as djembes, berimbaus, and huge Kodo drums. The fourth wall shattered as performers danced and sang through the rows, belting out familiar and energetic tunes, culminating in a standing ovation that was richly deserved by all. The complexity and hard work put into this performance is apparent and so ubiquitous that trying to select a favorite moment in the aftermath of the show begged the question, "Which one?" The Lion King is an experience not to be missed, and is surely one of the most enjoyable family shows on the Strip. 

Thanks to our gracious hosts for laughs, a toe-tapping great performance, and an unforgettable dining experience. 

By - KC Howard

Rick Moonen’s RM Seafood Restaurant Hours are:
Downstairs:
Open Daily from 11:30am-11:00pm
Upstairs
Open Tuesday-Saturday from 5:30pm-10:30pm
Phone: 702-632-9300

The Lion King:
Monday - Thursday at 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday at 4:00pm and 8:00pm
Friday - No Performances
Tickets:
$196.00, $124.50, $91.50, $75.00
Special VIP Packages available for $196.00
(tax included, additional service fees apply)

All information can be found at: http://www.mandalaybay.com/

Mikey Swift Tonight at ghostbar!!

Bobby Brackins and more celebs party at Palms!!


Music sensation, Bobby Brackins came to relax at Palms Pool & Bungalows inside Palms Casino Resort on Friday (8.20.10). He arrived with five people and partied in a cabana with a few drinks around 3 p.m. Brackins entertained the crowd by performing his hit song “143.”

Defensive end for the Indianapolis Colts, Dwight Freeney came to dine at N9NE Steakhouse with his family. Freeney started the evening out with rock shrimp, calamari and the wedge salad for his table. For dinner the football star had a 24 oz rib eye and creamed corn. Topping his meal off, he had had crème brulee for dessert.

Later that night, Bobby Brackins headed over to Moon Nightclub with 10 people. Around 1 a.m., Brackins had the crowd dancing when he did a performance off his new album.

Pop rock band, Plain White T's stopped by Rain Nightclub with a few friends. They sat at a table on the main stage and drank Ketel One with mixers. The band partied late into the night to the sounds of DJ Z-Trip.

Photo Credit – Joe Fury/N9NE Group

Vanity at The Hard Rock...who was there??


Tech 9

Rapper and hip-hop artist, Tech 9, was taking a night off to enjoy himself at Vanity. He spent a long week working in Las Vegas performing at MAGIC and filming a video.

Jon “The Unit” Manfe, trainer for Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino and his partner in his new fitness video, was also on hand attracting the attention of the ladies in the club.

Actress Shaelen Burroughs had a VIP booth to celebrate a friend’s birthday. She took a spin at DJing with resident DJ, Eric D-Lux and had a fun night partying with her girlfriends until 4 a.m.

Photo Credit – Hew Burney

Wolfmother at The Hard Rock Hotel puts on a rockin show!!



Wolfmother performed poolside at Friday Night Live at The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Beach Club. Thanks to Retna Las Vegas Team photographer Dave Proctor for these great shots!

© RD/ Dave Proctor/ Retna Digital

Society Cafe sighting...Playmates!

Holly Madison and Playmate Jayde Nicole came into Society Café Encore for a late afternoon lunch on Friday. The girls were spotted sharing the Spicy Pigs in the Blanket and sampling the Tomato Bisque.

Lola Belle loves a good PAWTY!!!


New Friends!
Peanut

Miss Maggie
Lola Belle!
The King (with studded collar) Mugsy Malone and friend


It was a night for new friends and treats! I had the honor of attending and reporting on the first Meet n Greet that I LOVE YOGURT held that brought out Bo & DeeMo and owner Dee Mounts with the King Mugsy Malone to say hello to friends! We had yummy delicious cake batter yogurt with delectable toppings that included Oreos and fresh fruit and crumbled cheesecake. Many other flavors are available. Yes I snuck a few bites here and there!

While the night belonged to the Bully Breeds, there were all types of dogs there! Including me, the “faux” Bully Breed, plus a cuteness personified Chinese crested mix and our pup pal Miss Maggie the Chihuahua! The Good Food Dog Company provided tasty healthy treats for the canines which were greeted with barks and were munched on with much enthusiasm! They provide healthy and delicious food for your canine, food that you would not hesitate to eat yourself!

When asked about what other dog owners would like to see…all dog owners agree that they would like to see more places like I LOVE YOGURT where you can grab a tasty treat and hang out with your canine! The decor there is all 80's! Which my Mom tells me was really fun! So listen up Las Vegas! Did you know that in Europe dogs are welcome almost everywhere? As long as they are well behaved and do not jump on the tables. Here in Vegas that is a whole other type of table dance!!

So please be sure and visit www.boanddeemo.com for luxe canine collars and leads and visit I LOVE YOGURT at 11700 W. Charleston, #124 and if you want organic wholesome food for your dog visit www.gooddogfoodcompany.com

XOXO
Lola Belle
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