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Taste
The Tea Lounge at Waldorf Astoria gets a French twist
Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019 Now guests can indulge in Twist’s Forbes Five Star Award-winning cuisine as well, the first time it has been available outside the restaurant.
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A&E
Chef Sammy DeMarco brings new menus to 7th & Carson
Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019 The former Sam’s American, First Food & Bar and Rattlecan chef has delivered brunch and dinner dishes sure to please longtime fans and win new ones to his style of elevated comfort food.
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Features
Get away for the weekend: A guide to Vegas’ neighboring cities
Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019 LA, Phoenix, Sedona, Salt Lake City and beyond.
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A&E
Sixth + Mill brings Neapolitan pizza and more to the Venetian
Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019 Pizza connoisseurs consider it to be the ultimate expression of the dish—the crust is slightly crispy on the outside (even charred) and soft and tender on the inside with a bit of chewiness, the perfect vehicle for toppings.
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Taste
La Belle Terre bakes European-inspired treats
Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019 Everything is made by co-owner Sandra Aboujaoude and her two bakers well before dawn, seven days a week.
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A&E
Get your grill on at new Korean barbecue spot Chosun Hwaro
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 To get the full carnivorous experience, opt for the combo. The small ($89) comes with the Empress and Emperor’s galbi (short rib), Pearl steak and brisket point, along with a steamed omelet and a bowl of Doenjang Jjigae stew. The large includes all of the above, plus prime ribeye.
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A&E
Ali Wong pulls no punches in her stand-up or her life
Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019 “I knew that he was a catch, so I was, like, ‘All right, Ali, you gotta make this dude believe that your body is a secret garden.’” She pauses. “When really, it’s a public park that has hosted many reggae fests.”
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A&E
Get a true taste of Italy at Nicole Brisson's Locale
Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 The chef, who has spent the majority of her career running massive operations like Carnevino at Palazzo and Eataly at Park MGM, has distilled that knowledge into a menu of rustic Italian dishes.
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A&E
These five Vegas-based female chefs are carving their own paths, one dish at a time
Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 Nicole Brisson, Gina Marinelli, Leticia Nunez, Megan Shaver and Jamie Tran participated in a roundtable discussion at the ‘Weekly’ offices.
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A&E
Chef Nicole Brisson steps off the Strip to Mountain’s Edge with Locale
Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 She recalls waking up crying in the middle of the night, stressing whether anyone would show up when the doors opened. “Now it’s about me. It’s about my livelihood.”
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A&E
Serving up tasty bites next to the Comedy Cellar, Fat Black Pussycat is no joke
Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019 The comedy club’s sister restaurant offers pre- or postshow drinks, and entrees with cheeky, punny names: “Nacho Problem,” “Oh, Kale No!” Running late for the show? Have your food delivered to your Cellar table.
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A&E
Smith & Wollensky returns to Las Vegas, showcasing classics and deep cuts
Thursday, June 27, 2019 The restaurant’s stock-in-trade are dry-aged and hand-butchered USDA Prime steaks, and diners can get a peek into the butcher room where the dry-aging magic happens.
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Features
Steak selecting 101: What’s in a grade, and is dry-aged worth the price?
Thursday, June 27, 2019 Some steakhouses combine wet-aging and dry-aging, resulting in a tender, flavorful piece of meat with a manageable volume loss.
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Taste
Three newish Henderson coffee spots worth checking out
Thursday, June 20, 2019 Joe Maxx, Zen and Dark Moon have arrived.
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Features
Las Vegas pool guide: These spots will keep you cool as temps heat up
Thursday, June 6, 2019 Hotel pools, water parks, pool parties, community pools, great poolside menus and more!
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A&E
Hatsumi brings elevated Japanese flavors to Downtown Las Vegas
Thursday, June 6, 2019 The menu’s size belies its complexity, offering a focused selection of izakaya fare—shareable plates and skewer selections made on the robata grill.
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Noise
Emerge takes a meaningful step forward during its second festival edition
Monday, June 3, 2019 Emerge got a whole lot right during its second go-round. What’s left for a potential year three? Drawing bigger crowds, across the board.
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A&E
HopeXHuman will kick off Emerge's 2019 festivities with cocktails and performers
Thursday, May 16, 2019 In essence, attendees will be enjoying cocktails infused with meaning—progressive movements and enjoyable experiences do not necessarily have to be mutually exclusive, after all. “We want people to experience what a hopeful, joyful world tastes like,” Emerge creator Rehan Choudhry says.
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A&E
Emeril Lagasse looks back on 20 years of Delmonico Steakhouse in Vegas
Thursday, May 16, 2019 “I’m always thinking—and encouraging my teams to do so as well—about what’s next. Distinguished dining, stellar service, excellent wine and whiskey—these things will never go out of style.”
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Features
Helping you find some of Las Vegas’ best hidden restaurants and bars
Thursday, May 2, 2019 Ghost Donkey, Sara’s, Su Casa and more.
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Taste
Downtown Henderson’s Last Friday chef battle is all in good fun
Thursday, April 25, 2019 VegeNation chef Donald Lemperle will go head to head with Fiesta Henderson executive chef Chris Clark.
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Dining
José Andrés kicks off Jaleo's Paella Festival
Tuesday, April 23, 2019 Chef José Andrés kicks off Jaleo's Paella Festival at the Cosmopolitan.