In Vegas, it seems people who hold positions in the food and beverage industry come and go as quickly as some of the tourists. But a few select people have withstood the test of time and stayed with their companies through the years — and their loyal patrons appreciate a familiar face in a quick-changing [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com Vegas Uncork’d by “Bon Appétit” is a long weekend packed with culinary events, celebrity chefs and, of course, lots and lots of food. Bellagio, Caesars Palace, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay host more than 25 food events May 10 – 13, which are unique, insider culinary experiences. “We really [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com Joël Robuchon is one of the most respected chefs in the world. Entitled “Chef of the Century,” by Gault Millau in 1989, Robuchon has won numerous awards and has achieved world-wide success since. Robuchon’s restaurants are across the globe, including locations such as Hong Kong, London, Macao, Monaco, Paris and two in [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com Italian food will forever be a topic for debate. Much like barbecue is to the South, Italian food is subject to many interpretations, tastes and regions. Arguments on topics such as garlic or no garlic, Neopolitan-style crust or Sicilian-style crust and what kind of tomatoes go in your sauce have been going [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com Navigating a wine list in Las Vegas restaurants can be challenging. In most restaurants, particularly fine dining restaurants, it’s no longer a question of white or red — now it’s which white and which red and what are you eating and will it pair well. Luckily, there is a select group of men [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com From an old-school standard to the noisy new kid on the block, steakhouses are one of the most popular types of restaurants on the Las Vegas Strip. Every major hotel has at least one steakhouse, and some even have two. To help you make your decision, here are a few things to [...]
Smith & Wollensky What better way to celebrate wine in Vegas than Smith & Wollensky’s 50th anniversary of its National Wine Week. The classic steakhouse celebrates 25 years of their Wine Week, which takes place once twice a year. Each day from March 5 – 9, Smith & Wollensky offers a selection of 10 wines [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com Great cuisine, great price — get it at the first spring Las Vegas Restaurant Week. For the week of Feb. 27- March 4, sample some of Sin City’s most delicious cuisine from top restaurants and chefs including Charlie Palmer, Michael Mina and Jean Joho. During Las Vegas Restaurant Week, more than 105 [...]
By Nikki Neu VEGAS.com There are lots of restaurants in Vegas. There are also countless dishes in restaurants in Vegas. So when faced with the task of where to dine, it usually comes down to value — how much you’re willing to spend and what you get for the money. Don’t worry, here’s a cheat sheet, [...]
Sweet shops have flourished here in Vegas. From couture candy to an M&M haven, Vegas has you covered when you need to satisfy your sweet tooth. Recently in Vegas, more and more candy shops have been popping up around town. If candy appeals to you, please, read on.“Candy appeals to everybody,” says Abel Horner, director [...]