Thursday, May 4, 2017

Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit - "Picnic in the Park"

At MGM Resorts' new outdoor dining, and entertainment district, The Park, culinary masters including Alain Ducasse, Charlie Palmer, Michael Mina, Julian Serrano, Rick Moonen, Tom Colicchio, Shawn McClain, Roy Ellamar, Akira Back and more came together for a one-of-a-kind daytime soiree during Picnic in The Park.



Guests enjoyed the interactive picnic, which featured creative twists on classic picnic dishes including Alain Ducasse's country terrine, pickles and country bread, Julian Serrano's wood-fired paella, Rick Moonen's grilled smoked rainbow trout, Charlie Palmer's “California” crab and avocado roll, Roy Ellamar's Hawaiian-style pig roast, Akira Back's Korean BBQ short ribs, Michael Mina's spit-roasted Moroccan-style lamb, Tom Colicchio's Tabasco-rubbed skirt Steak and Sean McClain's grilled Spanish octopus. Throughout the event, picnic-goers snapped selfies in front of Bliss Dance, a 40-foot-tall sculpture by artist Marco Cochrane, and sipped Veuve Clicquot while taking advantage of The Park's Edible Gardens and social games including giant Jenga, cornhole and croquet.





All Photos by Eholly

Buddy ‘Cake Boss’ Valastro and Chef Lorena Garcia from Sweet Escape: An evening of Buddy, Beignets, Bonbons and Booze

The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas, along with Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit, satisfied diners’ sweet tooth as everyone’s favorite baker, Buddy "Cake Boss" Valastro, as he hosted ‘Sweet Escape: An Evening of Buddy, Beignets, Bonbons & Booze,’ at The Aquatic Club at The Palazzo. As guests walked into the poolside soiree, they were greeted with a visually stunning wall made of more than three-thousand donuts, that they were able to take home and enjoy. The evening also included a unique take on bonbons and beignets from Buddy V’s Ristorante, Bouchon, Carnevino, Chica, Hong Kong Café, Lagasse’s Stadium, LAVO, Mercato della Pescheria, SushiSamba, and TAO restaurants at The Venetian and The Palazzo.



All Photos by Eholly

Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appetit - "Grand Tasting"



Grand Opening of Wahlburgers at Grand Bazaar Shops at Bally's Las Vegas

Executive Chef Paul Wahlberg and celebrity brother Mark Wahlberg walk the red carpet during the opening of Wahlburgers at Grand Bazaar Shops at Bally’s in Las Vegas on March 28, 2017.

Penn and Teller joined the opening celebration.
Created by celebrity brothers chef Paul Wahlberg and actors and musicians Donnie and Mark Wahlberg, the restaurant is surprisingly low key in self-promotion. Artwork created with the brother's screen credits looms over the room, but photographs of the TV and movie stars are most prominent on outdoor signage.

On the menu, the same choices found at Wahlburgers' original home in Hingham, Mass., the inspiration for the trio's A&E reality show. Vegas visitors can now order "Wahlfaves," like the $12.95 "O.F.D. Originally from Dorchestah" and $14.95 "Triple Decker" burgers, decide between onion rings, fries or tater tots each available for $4.95, or pay tribute to the boys' own mother with "Alma's Classic Macaroni," priced at $8.95.

Wahlburgers is located at: Grand Bazaar Shops 3635 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Unit 100 Phone: 702-405-9090 Hours: Sunday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 a.m

Channing Tatum Brings Magic Mike To The Stage In Sin City - MAGIC MIKE LIVE LAS VEGAS COMING TO HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO MARCH 2017

Fresh from “Magic Mike” and “Magic Mike XXL,” Channing Tatum brings you Magic Mike Live in Las Vegas and ShowTickets.com wants you to experience it with tickets at great prices. Calling all ladies here looking for a wild night out. If you’re a fan of the film franchise, imagine a real-life Club Domina, where the hottest men perform 360 degrees of dance and acrobatic strip tease all around and even on you. That’s exactly what you can expect at Magic Mike Live at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. A sexy, diverse cast of 13 men utilizes the intimate, state-of-the-art venue to deliver a steamy, over-the-top production that pushes the boundaries of male revues in Sin City. So prepare to get sinful and live out your Magic Mike fantasies at Magic Mike Live Las Vegas!



Show Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday; 7:30pm & 10pm
Show Duration: 90 minutes
Age Requirements: 18+
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
4455 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89169
Visit MagicMikeLiveLasVegas.com for more information.

“LET’S GO CRAZY” WITH PURPLE REIGN MONTH AT WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT & CASINO

Purple Reign After Dark, a funk fusion after-party, to kick off Friday, April 7 at 10:45 p.m. inside The Crown Room
“Let’s Go Crazy” with Purple Reign Month at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. For the month of April, the renowned Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino will go purple and celebrate all things Prince, including month-long promotions and the debut of Purple Reign After Dark.

Kicking off Friday, April 7 at 10:45 p.m., Purple Reign After Dark is a funk fusion after-party held inside The Crown Room above the famed International Theater, following each Friday performance of Purple Reign. A sophisticated, free-wheeling dance environment, Purple Reign After Dark offers guests a VIP musical experience alongside the talented performers of Purple Reign. Purple Reign After Dark is free with the purchase of a VIP ticket to Purple Reign.

The award-winning Prince tribute show Purple Reign, featuring Jason Tenner as Prince, returns you to the era when blistering performances made “The Artist” an international superstar. Held inside the famed International Theater every Wednesday through Saturday at 9 p.m., tickets to Purple Reign are $49.47 for general admission, $67.82 for VIP and $76.99 for the Purple Velvet Package, which includes pre-seating, VIP seats and a souvenir t-shirt.

All tickets include taxes and service fees and can be purchased at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & casino box office at 800-222-5361 or online at WestgateVegas.com Guests must be 18 years or older. For additional information on Purple Reign Month and the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, please visit WestgateVegas.com.
About Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, a legendary world-class destination, offers a unique blend of amenities and excitement with all your favorite table games, hottest slots on the market, incredible restaurants, endless entertainment, more than 225,000 square feet of meeting space and the world's largest Race & Sports SuperBook®, which is home to Nevada’s largest wagering system and more than 4,488 square feet of state-of-the-art HD video screens, in a comfortable, smoke-free environment. Westgate Las Vegas provides a range of culinary adventures with eight restaurants, including the world-famous Benihana, the award-winning Edge Steakhouse and the newest addition Fresco Italiano.
The property features entertainment options in the International Theater and the Westgate Cabaret and has recently undergone a more than $150 million renovation, that has encompassed every square inch of the property, including the addition of 300 timeshare villas, the all-new International Bar, a fully renovated pool deck, 1,200 remodeled Signature Rooms and the luxurious Serenity Spa, which was recently awarded the 2017 Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award. For more information or to book accommodations, call toll free at (800) 732-7117 or log on to WestgateVegas.com.