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tlantic City is a resort town that seems to always be a-changin’ and 2014 ought to be no exception to that rule. The buzz during the last weeks of 2013 point to at least a few major shifts in the city’s dynamics with regard to the casinos. First, it was announced on Dec. 20 that after a year of failed deals and suitors from as far as cyberspace, the Atlantic Club Casino Hotel will be sold to a pair of companies with casinos in Atlantic City. Following the approval of the deal by a judge during a Monday, Dec. 23, bankruptcy hearing, Caesars Entertainment Corporation confirmed that its subsidiary, Caesars Entertainment Operating Company, Inc., which operates four casinos in Atlantic City (Bally’s, Caesars, Harrah’s and the Showboat), will acquire the non-gaming assets of the Atlantic Club, which will close its doors on Jan. 13, 2014. Tropicana Entertainment, meanwhile, will acquire the Atlantic Club’s gaming assets. The sale will reduce the number of casinos in the resort to 11, marking the first casino to close since the Sands in 2006. The two gaming companies will pay a combined $23.4 million for the business, with the Tropicana taking the slot machines and table games for $8.4 million, and Caesars getting the Boardwalk property and its 800-plus hotel rooms for $15 million, according to reports. A press release from Caesars issued on Dec. 20 states that Caesars expects to close on the purchase of the Atlantic Club following the closure of the property. It also states that: “Caesars does not intend to resume gaming or hotel operations at the facility, and is evaluating options for the use of the assets, some of which may be used in the company’s other Atlantic City properties.” In the days between the announcement on Dec. 20 and the court ruling on Dec. 23, reports surfaced that Atlantic City’s newest casino, Revel, was in negotiations with Hard Rock International to purchase the property. A story in the New York Post quoted unnamed sources saying that Hard Rock, which has expressed interest in adding an Atlantic City casino to its operations, “plans a makeover of the Revel to turn it into a prime destination.” A few weeks ago, Revel sent out a statement to the media saying the company was “exploring strategic partnerships.” The Hard Rock deal could be this anticipated partnership or potentially just one of them. Time will tell.

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oining the great traditions of pumpkin tossing and watermelon tossing, Resorts will join a nationwide tribute to that re-gifting superstar, the holiday fruitcake. As someone who likes fruitcake, I’ve never understood the national loathing for this once popular holiday treat but if you’re one of the haters, you will love what happens on Saturday, Jan. 4. In honor of National Fruitcake Toss Day (Jan. 3, 2014), head for the beach at Resorts’ LandShark Bar for a chance to win prizes while throwing fruitcakes from noon-3pm. Fruitcakes can be purchased at LandShark Bar & Grill ($1 for one or $3 for 5) and thrown at a target located on the beach. Some of the fruitcakes will reveal prizes such as T-shirts, overnight stay and one grand prize of a Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker will be given away. Additionally, teams can register to play in a cornhole tournament with the winning team taking home a new, LandShark cornhole game. Proceeds from the event will benefit Gilda’s Club South Jersey. Tournament teams can register online at resortsac.com/party/margaritaville or call 340-7647.

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ross a crazy stunt off your bucket list, fulfill a resolution by contributing to a worthy cause, and cure a New Year’s Eve hangover all in one shot by taking an annual Polar Bear Plunge. One of the area’s longest-running plunges is in Brigantine, where the 14th annual event will benefit the Fisher House Foundation, an organization that provides housing, transportation and assistance to wounded military veterans and their families. “Fisher House stepped up big time to help military families during the government shutdown, and the Brigantine Polar Bears are again stepping up to help Fisher House,” says event co-founder John Hand. Over the past eight years, Hand and his dedicated group of volunteers turned a quirky tradition into a charitable cause. The Brigantine Polar Bears have raised over $180,000 for Fisher House, including $40,000 last year alone, which saw about 1,000 people take the plunge and roughly 9,000 spectators. This year’s goal is $50,000 and even more plungers/spectators are expected. This event is free and starts with pre-plunge festivities at 11am at the 14th Street South beach, in front of the Laguna Grill & Rum Bar, Wednesday, Jan. 1. The official plunge is at noon. Jim “The Singing Lifeguard” Craine is the master of ceremonies. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes, and prizes will be awarded for best costumes. There will be a bonfire on the beach and an after-party at the Laguna Grill with live music by the Mott’s Creek Pickers and a $10 buffet. For more call Linda (412-7020) or John (892-0365), or visit Fisher House.org or BrigantinePolarBears.com. Atlantic City’s annual Polar Bear Plunge will be at noon Jan. 1 in front of Resorts. Participants who go completely under water will receive an official Polar Bear certificate, and everyone is encouraged to donate to the event’s charity, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America. Visit atlanticcitypolarbearclub.com or call Michael at 267-566-4649 for more info. Ocean City’s First Night Celebration on New Year’s Eve will be followed by a First Dip in the Ocean Jan. 1 at 2pm in front of the O.C. Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. Call 525-9300 for more information. see more online @

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nightlife trend sweeping the nation made its A.C. debut inside a heated tent that housed about 10,000 frenzied fans last New Year’s Eve at Bader Field. The tent was among the largest found anywhere in the nation. So monumentally successful was Life In Color — an electronic dance music (EDM) extravaganza that combines multiple entertainment components, the most off-the-wall of which is showering show-goers with several shades of nontoxic paint — that event producer LineRocket Entertainment opted to turn it into an annual event at the resort. The Atlantic City Life In Color marks the final stop of around 50 gigs called the LIC Rebirth Tour, which never visits the same town more than once per year. Round Two of Life In Color in A.C. is Dec. 28 — tactfully scheduled on Saturday night so as to not siphon off of A.C.’s slate of NYE parties on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Modified and expanded, according to show producers, Life In Color again features many of the highest-

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EVENT INFO When Miller returns to Atlantic City, keep your eyes peeled for him since he likes to poke around the Boardwalk. “I love to look around,” Miller says. “Atlantic City is an interesting town. I want to see some more, since last time I was there it snowed. My tradition is eating at Johnny Rockets. We’ll see if I can add to that and start a new tradition there as well. I love Atlantic City. It’s a cool town. I’ve gotten so much support there. I’m going to keep going back to Atlantic City.” Perhaps some of Miller’s posse will be made up of his childhood friends, who

The Return of the Mac

Young hip-hop standout Mac Miller comes back to Atlantic City for two shows to end the year. By Ed Condran • feedback@acweekly.com

hen Mac Miller plays the Northeastern corridor, he usually misses New York and Philadelphia, but plays Atlantic City. “It’s the way it is for whatever reason,” Miller tells Atlantic City Weekly while calling from Los Angeles. “I think this will be the fourth time in a row when I’ve come East that I’ve played the House of Blues in Atlantic City. I don’t know what it is. I guess the craps tables have been really nice to me.” Miller, 23, is joking. He doesn’t gamble much except in the studio, where some of his risks have paid off. Watching Movies With the Sound Off proves the artist also known as Malcolm McCormick has taken a step or two from his solid debut, 2011’s Blue Slide Park, which put him on the hip-hop map. Miller’s latest album is light, fun and offbeat. He comes with rhymes that range from righteous to raunchy. Miller’s wit is unrelenting, which will beg for comparisons with Eminem. “Any comparisons with him is an honor,” Miller says. “I just try to do the best that I can and paint a really vivid picture.” A number of cuts, “S.D.S,” “Birdcall” and “I’m Not Real” pack hooks as well. Impressive work for a young rapper. “I’ve worked at this for years,” Miller says. “I think all the work that I’ve put in has paid off for me. But I still have plenty of other work to do.”

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often make the scene with the rising rapper. “There’s nothing wrong with staying connected with those who were with you before you ever had a taste of this [success],” Miller says. “The thing is that I haven’t changed. I think the worst thing you can do is change

“Atlantic City is an interesting town. I want to see some more, since last time I was there it snowed. My tradition is eating at Johnny Rockets. We’ll see if I can add to that and start a new tradition there as well. I love Atlantic City. It’s a cool town. I’ve gotten so much support there. I’m going to keep going back to Atlantic City.”

for the wrong reasons. I’m still true to the people who have had my back since I was growing up. I still love being around my old friends. “You stay loyal; I feel that way about everything. The people I don’t get are the ones that grew up in a city like Pittsburgh. They move to Los Angeles and. all of a sudden, they’re all into the Dodgers. They wear Dodgers jerseys and they forget about the Pirates. That’s just not me. Stay true and good things will happen.” When Miller walks the boards in Atlantic City, he’ll be difficult to distinguish from any of the other skate punks taking it all in. A variety of tattoos, a ballcap and, perhaps, a hoodie will shroud him in anonymity.

Miller has a great sense of humor, which stands out in the self-important world of hip-hop. “I’m a goofball and I’m proud of that,” Miller says. “There are too many guys that take themselves way too seriously in hip-hop. I have no problem making fun of myself. It’s weird that I’m out here in Los Angeles. That’s a joke in itself.” Living in L.A. is painful for the Pittsburgh native, who misses his hometown.

“I don’t give two craps about L.A.,” Miller says. “It’s all Pittsburgh for me. Give me the Steelers, the Penguins and the Pirates. I’m coming back to Pittsburgh for Christmas. I’ll hook up with [NL MVP] Andrew McCutcheon, who has helped the Pirates return to prominence. I’ll see him around Christmas time. We interviewed each other for a magazine and have become friends. I’m looking forward to flying East.”

“I’m not looking to be recognized,” Miller says. “Like anybody else, I just want to go about my business and have my kind of fun.” The best kind of fun Miller knows how to have is on the stage. Miller brings it with unbridled energy, palpable passion and plenty of charisma. “Performing is a good time,” Miller says. “That’s the way it’s always been for me. I don’t expect that to change and I don’t expect to change.” ■ see more online @

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Xanadu Theater, 8pm. $61.20, $168.25. Chazz Palminteriʼs, one-man stage version of his hit movie ʻA Bronx Tale.ʼ The show is intended for mature audiences.

Music Hall, 9pm. $39, $49. Rapper Malcolm McCormick a.k.a. Mac Miller (previously Easy Mac).

2pm. $31.75-$57.75. The Globetrotters will take fan interaction to a new level when the 2014 “Fans Rule” World Tour comes to Boardwalk Hall.

Circus Maximus. 9pm. $65-$125 plus fees. Phillyʼs fabulous jazz/ R&B vocalist.

Dave Mason — The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, best known for his solo work and as a co-founder of the band Traffic, will kick off his tour Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam in an intimate performance at The Social at Revel Jan. 3, 8pm. The “Traffic Jam” concerts will feature hits and deep album cuts from 1967’s ‘Mr. Fantasy’ and 1968’s Traffic albums and additional Traffic jams plus new material and classic cuts from his solo career. In 2014, Mason will release a new EP titled ‘Futures Past,’ featuring new versions of his classic songs plus new material that he has written and performed on tour over the last few years.

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Music Hall. 8pm. $27.50, $30 plus fees. Ska-punk and pop jam band.

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Music Box. 9pm. $49.50, $59.50. Human Nature has forged one of the most successful careers in Australian music history with their vocal tribute to the sounds of Motown.

DAVE MASON REVEL

8pm, The Social. $47, $67. Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason, co-founder of the band Traffic, will kick off his tour, Dave Masonʼs Traffic Jam, at Revel.

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Tropicana Showroom. 8pm. $56.50, $88.50. Italian singing stars.

HUMAN NATURE BORGATA

Music Box. 9pm. $49.50, $59.50. Human Nature has forged one of the most successful careers in Australian music history with their vocal tribute to the sounds of Motown.

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5 COMEDY HEADLINERS BORGATA COMEDY CLUB CHRIS MONTY, JODI WEINER, JJ RAMIREZ

Thurs. Dec. 26, 9pm, Music Box. $20.

SCOTT FRIEDMAN, MIKE EGAN, JEFF PIRRAMI Wed., Thurs. Jan. 1-2, Sun. Jan. 5, 9pm, Music Box. $20.

COMEDY STOP CAFE & CABARET PAUL LYONS, KEVIN DOWNEY JR., BRIAN MCFADDEN

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Flip N’ Mickeys Fri. 8pm-mid. Beth Tinnon Trio Sat. 8pm-mid. Barometer Trio Tues. 6-10pm Mile High Trio Tues. 10pm-2am

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Savage Men Male Revue Fri. 6-9:30pm;

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Carnaval De Havana w/ DJ Big Dave

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ith gaming revenue eroding, Atlantic City’s regional economy continues to migrate towards restaurants, further cementing a reputation as one of the East Coast’s finest dining destinations. A year devoted to recovery — both economic and from 2012’s Superstorm Sandy — saw a remarkable number of commendable new food businesses locally. Let’s commence with a pair of Ventnor eateries. Stella, new by husband and wife team Nick and Stephanie LoBianco, opened on Ventnor Avenue, offering trattoria-style Italian cuisine. We’ve yet to sup in the suave-looking monochromatic BYOB, but like the sound of their signature soup: roasted tomato-fennel with pesto drizzle, an app of bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with almonds and goat cheese plus entrees like lemon sole and crab. Megu Sushi was a similar springtime debut. We’ve visited the Atlantic Avenue restaurant on a couple of occasions, relishing their excellent sizzling hamachi collar, tuna pizza and a couple of house specialty rolls, notably the Black Dragon, shrimp tempura and lobster topped by eel. Margaritaville. Fun and wonderfully frivolous, this food and retail complex from the undisputed king of Caribbean lifestyle fits perfectly fronting the boards at Resorts. Portions were plentiful, especially the largest platter of nachos known to man, and pleasantly authentic, like the trademark-protected Jimmy’s Jammin’ Jambalaya. A terrific addition to Resorts which should generate foot traffic for that end of town as well. Roberta’s, the initial restaurant from precocious wunderkind Joseph Muldoon, formerly of Bally’s The Reserve, opened in the spring at

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the Center Point Plaza, at Route 9 and Tilton Road in Northfield. Tucked in a landlocked spot within the shopping center, Muldoon nonetheless managed to be cooking for packed rooms by midsummer. We’ve dined thrice, one lunch and a pair of dinner visits, always wowed by Muldoon’s flawless technique and modern dining sensibilities. Items like Arcadian harvest salad — with guava vinaigrette and enoki mushrooms — cilantro grilled swordfish smeared by chipotle molasses BBQ sauce and misoyake glazed Scottish salmon with soy butter also reflect his fascinating personal ethnology. It has all the makings of a Jersey shore classic. The year’s biggest splash, however, was generated via Tropicana’s grand opening event, celebrating six new food outlets in summer. Led by a gargantuan, multi-level oceanfronting Chickie’s and Pete’s, this restaurant revisit also witnessed the addition of the

very cool-looking Broadway Burger, replacing tired former inhabitant Red Square. (Look for a feature on BB in this column early 2014.) Dotted throughout the landscape of the property are the subterranean and simply wonderful Casa Taco and Tequila, Tony Luke’s, Perry’s Pizza and Marketplace Express. The year’s most unique concept belongs to Borgata’s weekend-only edition of acclaimed NYC chef — and Water Club food guru — Geoffrey Zakarian’s Lamb’s Club pop up restaurant. Taking over space that is 28 West, the Friday to Sunday run brought a truly memorable salad of heirloom tomato, lobster and peach — Zakarian confiding that peaches, flown from California, cost six dollars each — plus entrees like spectacular lamb ribeye and Chatham salt cod risotto.

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Coffee and espresso bar plus pastry shop, soups and sandwiches. Open Sun. through Thurs. 24 hours and Fri. and Sat. from 7am to 11pm.

Cornucopia Buffet

Open Fri.-Sat. noon to 9pm, Sun., noon to 8pm. Cost: $9.99 when you pay cash (special cash promotion. Cannot be combined with any other offer.) Regular price: $18.99. Special Kids pricing: $6.99. Regular Kids price: $8.99.

Ono Chinese Bistro

Traditional Chinese cuisine and sushi bar with a great view of the ocean. Fri. & Sat., 5:30-1pm, Sun. 10am-4pm. Now featuring a Noodle Bar open from 5pmmid., Wed.-Sat.

Patsy’s Italian Trattoria

Patsy’s in New York was Frank Sinatra’s favorite restaurant. Hours: Open Sun, Mon, and Tues from 5:30pm to 10pm and Fri. and Sat. from 5:30pm to 11pm. For reservations, call 340-7585.

Serving fresh bagels baked on-site, sandwiches, salads, cupcakes and much more.

Harry’s Oyster Bar & Seafood Owned by Atlantic City restaurateurs Maureen Shay and Frank Dougherty. Features extensive raw bar and fresh seafood.

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Sammy D’s

A retro coffee shop that gives modern and casual American cuisine a unique twist. Bar offers daily drink specials.

The Steakhouse

Gourmet restaurant offers a raw-bar, roast prime rib, shrimp Wellington and more.

Taste of the Shore

Food emporium features Primo Pizza, Sack O’ Subs, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream and Philly Soft Pretzel Factory.

Bill’s Bar and Burger Classic burgers and more.

Tazza

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Dos Caminos

Authentic Mexican delights including signature dishes like tacos, ceviche, and guacamole. Reservations: 441-5575.

Luke Palladino at Harrah’s Resort

Italian restaurant using fresh, locallysourced produce and gourmet ingredients from Italy.

McCormick & Schmick’s

More than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily.

Cafe open 24 hours with salads, sandwiches, baked goods.

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Capriccio

Zagat Award-winning Italian restaurant. Sunday Brunch 9:30am-2pm available for $44.95 per person. Closed Mon.Tues. Open Wed.-Sat. 6pm-11pm.

Eastwind Noodle Bar

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Gallagher’s Steakhouse

340-6555. The renowned New York City steakhouse located on Resorts’ dining level. Sun.-Thurs. 5-10pm; Fri.-Sat. 5-11pm. Gallagher’s Burger Bar located across the hall.

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Lugo Caffé An energetic brasserie offering a fresh take on modern Italian classics. Chef Stefano Chiaruga will serve up homemade pastas, Neapolitan-style brick oven pizza, mozzarella made fresh onsite, and meatballs.

Luke’s Kitchen and Marketplace

Featuring cuisine prepared by lauded chef Luke Palladino. An 80-seat eatery serving up eclectic fare using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Mussel Bar

From award-winning chef and master of Belgian cuisine, Robert Wiedmaier. A selection of over 150 Belgian and domestic beers.

Relish

A casual café offering an affordably priced menu open 24/7. The all-day menu includes breakfast dishes, homemade pastas, burgers, fresh sandwiches, and more.

Village Whiskey

From Chef Jose Garces, serves spirits and artfully crafted cocktails alongside classic American cuisine.

Yuboka

Chef Jose Garces presents this noodle bar serving dim sum, Asian-inspired small plates and steaming bowls of noodle soup. Located on the casino floor, next to his Amada Restaurant. Guests may order from the walk-up window and choose to sit down or take their order to-go.

Showboat 343-4000

Casa Di Napoli

Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian dishes. Mon. & Thurs. 5:30-10pm; Fri. 5-9pm; Sat. 5-10pm

Crossroads at House of Blues Food Network star Chef Aaron Sanchez purveys delicious appetizers like citrus marinated steak tacos with Cotija cheese and roasted tomatillo salsa, and American classics like lobster macaroni & cheese, slow cooked ribs and buttermilk fried chicken. Sun. – Thurs., 7am10pm; Fri. – Sat., 7am-2am.

Earl of Sandwich Popular restaurant chain featuring sandwiches, salads and desserts. Open 24-7. There is also a breakfast menu serving a choice of eight made-to-order hot breakfast sandwiches, muffins, and other offerings from 7-11am Mon.-Fri. and 10-11:30am on Saturday and Sunday.

French Quarter Buffet

Cost (all prices with Total Rewards card) : Mon-Thurs. 12pm-9pm, $24.99; Fri. noon-9pm, $29.99; Sat ., Sun. 9amnoon, $12.99. Sat. noon-9pm, $32.99; Sun. noon-9pm, $29.99.

Worship Surf Bar

Wings, tacos, sliders, sandwiches and salads. 609-343-4088

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Johnny Rockets

348-0725. A retro ’50s-style restaurant featuring classic burgers and more. Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 8am-mid.; Fri., Sat., 8am-2am.

Scarduzio’s Steak | Sushi | Lounge

Hours: Sun., Wed. & Thurs. 5:30-10pm; Fri 5-9pm; Sat 5-10pm. Certified USDA Prime steaks, sushi rolls and an extensive list of craft beers, wines and signature cocktails.

Chickie’s & Pete’s Crab House and Sports Bar

Philly’s favorite full-service restaurant and sports bar, with its equally famous crabs and crab fries just off Tropicana’s casino floor.

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Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance.

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Seafood restaurant, featuring locally grown food and wine. Has a sushi and raw bar. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 6-11pm. Located on the casino level in the South Tower.

Golden Dynasty

Traditional Chinese cuisine, Cantonese specialties and exotic delicacies for which Chef Ping is well known.

Seaside Cafe

This 24-hour dining experience offers updated casual fare.

Tropicana’s The MarkeTplace:

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Rí - Rá Irish Restaurant

572-9300. The renowned New York family-style Italian institution serves southern Italian appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared from the freshest quality ingredients in large portions.

Pub

348-8600. Pub fare and modern interpretations of classic Irish dishes.

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Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

24 Central Cafe

348-6700. Classic and contemporary Cuban dishes. Brunch, dinner and late dining served daily.

An upscale dining experience in a casual atmosphere, features everything from steaks to seafood.

The Palm

344 -7256. thepalm.com. Known for its aged prime beef, Nova Scotia lobsters and outstand ing American and Italian dishes.

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P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

Max’s Prime

2225 Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 4410400. evorestaurant.com. Menu features world cuisine and brick-oven pizzas. Located on the sixth floor, this steakhouse features great steaks, prime rib and seafood selections.

348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations.

Rainforest Café

Hard Rock Café

Roberto’s Italian Buffet

Il Mulino New York

On the Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 3455757. rainforestcafe.com. Features antipasto bar, pizza, homemade meatballs, pastas, seafood, Caesars salad, Italian cookies. Thurs.Sun. 5-9pm; $17.95 with Trump One card.

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Dynasty

Cantonese/Chinese with many delicacies including authentic sushi bar.

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007. Offers two distinct, side-by-side dining experiences, the fine dining restaurant, Il Mulino New York and the more casual, newer concept, Trattoria Il Mulino.

Royal Albert’s Palace

The Rim

Sultan’s Feast

Robert’s Steakhouse

Spice Road

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On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 449-9200. Fine Indian cuisine. Buffet: steaks grilled to order and more. A selection of eateries and shops, including White House Sub Shop, Panda Express, Sbarro, Plate American Cafe, Go, Starbucks and Maharaj Express & Salad Express. n

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merican Hustle has earned a ton of praise and awards and looks like a sure bet to become a multiple Academy Award nominee. Despite that praise and the fact that I have been a major fan of director David O. Russell, in particular Silver Linings Playbook and Three Kings, American Hustle left me cold. While sitting back and enjoying these very skilled actors — Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper, Jeremy Renner and Jennifer Lawrence — playing colorful schemers with a desire to grab the brass ring and running around like lunatics, the story itself wasn’t all that engaging. A fictionalized account of the Abscam scandal of the late 1970s that sucked in a handful of politicians, including the mayor of Camden, a U.S senator and some congressmen, the real star of the show is the period music and clothing and the most bizarre comb over hairstyle in movie history. When you have Christian Bale in the lead role and you walk out of the theater obsessed with his hairstyle, that’s not good. While Atlantic City was a very minor player in the real Abscam FBI sting operation, it is the heart of desire for the characters in American Hustle. Bale stars as Irving Rosenfeld, a conman who specializes in taking money from desperate people who think their $5,000 fee to Rosenfeld will buy them a $50,000 bank loan. He just pockets the money. Rosenfeld also dabbles in selling forged artwork. When he meets Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams), he finds a soul mate who adds a touch of class to his low rent scheme reinventing herself as Lady Edith, a British woman with “banking connections” overseas. Unfortunately for them, the FBI catches them in the act, represented by the wacky agent Richie DiMaso (Bradley Cooper), wound as tightly as the curls on his head. To avoid jail, Irving and Sydney agree to

help DiMaso in an FBI sting to nab corrupt politicians. The play for the sting is that an Arab sheik is looking to invest in an Atlantic City casino and wants to pay a few influential politicians to grease the wheels. The first fly to get stuck in their trap is Camden Mayor Carmine Polito (Jeremy Renner). This leads to more politicians and a scheme that balloons out of control and becomes a chance to catch the major mobster who controls Resorts International. The only thing that isn’t fiction in this new slant on the sting is the name of Atlantic City’s first casino. Jennifer Lawrence also shows up as Rosenfeld’s nutty wife whose big mouth creates some problems for the operation. Russell, who took the original screenplay by Eric Singer and gave it a fictional spin, was left with a story that spins out of control and lacks a comedic focus. It is all over the place, and the sense of improvisation that permeates the film feels like bad jazz riffs that wind up going nowhere. While Bale is excellent hiding behind that hair and beer belly, Amy Adam turns in the best performance. She feels like a real person surrounded by cartoon characters. You feel for her Sydney as someone who sees through all the bullshit and figures she has to stay and hope she is left standing when the crap is done hitting the fan. This concludes my minority view on a film that has earned rave reviews elsewhere. n

While Atlantic City was a very minor player in the real Abscam FBI sting operation, it is the heart of desire for the characters in American Hustle.

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he year 2013 will go down in the history books as a mixed bag for Atlantic City. While inventive minds collaborated to make several new and interesting non-gaming attractions a reality, the gaming side of the resort town suffered due to increasing competition from new and nearby markets. There was a lot to cheer about, however, in Atlantic City, including the return of the Miss America Pageant following an eight-year absence, as well as the return of several festivals, which, in recent years, have helped make Miss America Returns — Nina Davuluri (Miss New York) was crowned Sunday, Sept. 15, at Boardwalk Hall as the Miss America Pageant returned to Atlantic City for the first time in eight years.

at Golden Nugget; Beyonce July 26 at Boardwalk Hall; Toby Keith Sept. 22 at Revel; Phish Oct. 31-Nov. 2 at Boardwalk Hall and John Fogerty Nov. 2 at Borgata — to name a few. Revel’s Change of Plans — Revel, which opened in April 2012, retooled its game plan over the summer, stepping up efforts to bring in more gamblers and hiring consultant Bernie Dillon to better utilize The Social and Ovation Hall entertainment venues.

Margaritaville — Opened Friday, May 24, at Resorts, to much fanfare, later featuring a free concert by Jimmy Buffett June 15. New Atlantic City Mayor Don Guardian — Won Nov. 5 election. He will become A.C.’s first Republican mayor since 1990 when sworn in Jan. 1, 2014.

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Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival — Eighth annual ‘Celebration of the Suds’ was held April 5-6 at the A.C. Convention Center.

Bankruptcies — Revel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March; the Atlantic Club also filed for bankruptcy and was recently sold to Tropicana and Caesars Entertainment for a combined $23.4 million. The casino will close Jan. 13, 2014. World Championship Sand Sculpting — Held June 13-30 on the Missouri Avenue beach in A.C. It was just the third time the event was held in a U.S. city since the 1980s. 3D Chalk Art — The Atlantic City Alliance brought internationally renowned

the city more than a casino destination. The casinos also tried new things out with Resorts debuting Margaritaville, Revel retooling some of its game plans — “Gamblers Wanted,” etc. — and the Tropicana debuting six new restaurants at once. Meanwhile, the city got a new mayor and arts garage, while it continued to be one of the hottest places in the country for nightlife, concerts and dining (see p. 28 for some of the new restaurants that opened in the Atlantic City region this year). new eateries July 11, including Broadway Burger, Chickie’s and Pete’s, Tony Luke’s, Perry’s Pizza, Casa Taco & Tequila and the Marketplace Express Café. Iconic A.C. Events Return: Atlantic City Restaurant Week (March 3-9), Atlantic City Air Show (June 26 – making its Friday debut); 5th annual Atlantic City Food & Wine Fest (July 25-28), Atlantic City Seafood Fest (Sept. 14-15), Atlantic City Triathlon (Sunday, Sept. 15), Atlantic City Boardwalk Rodeo (Oct. 5-6), returns Aug. 13, 2014), Atlantic City Marathon (Oct. 13), Atlantic City Tattoo Expo (Nov. 1-3), Savor Borgata (Nov. 8-9). Wave Garage/Arts Garage — On Dec. 3, the brand-new, 16,000-square-foot Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton College opened at The Wave parking facility on Mississippi Avenue in Atlantic City, anchored by an annex of the African American Heritage Museum and Noyes Museum of Stockton College.

Atlantic City’s Gardner’s Basin Aug. 24 as part of the city’s summer concert series. Recovery from Sandy — In the months following the devastating Fall 2012 “superstorm” Hurricane Sandy, many residents and local businesses were still trying to recover, with some longtime local establishments shutting their doors for good instead of reopening. Haven Nightclub Opens — Ke$ha hosted the opening weekend of Golden Nugget’s new nightclub Haven on May 25. Scores Debuts at Taj — The first gentlemen’s club in an American casino opened at the Taj Mahal Thursday, Sept. 12. HQ Beach Club Opens at Revel — The only facility of its kind on the East Coast debuted Thursday, May 23,

Boardwalk Hall 3D Light and Sound Shows — On Aug. 29, the fourth and final

Harrah’s Conference Center — In July, Harrah’s broke ground on its planned $125.8 million regional conference center to be sited on the southwest corner of Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City’s marina district. The 100th Anniversary of Garden Pier — The big birthday party slated for the historic pier located on the north end of the Boardwalk was postponed due to damage from Hurricane Sandy. 5th Annual A.C. Nightlife Awards — Atlantic City Weekly’s 5th Annual Readers’ Choice Nightlife Awards were presented Thursday, Jan. 24, at Tropicana’s Boogie Nights nightclub. (The 6th annual awards are Jan. 23, 2014 at Boogie Nights.) Hockey in the Hall — The Albany Devils (the New Jersey Devils’ affiliate) played three games at Boardwalk Hall last winter, which included several young stars from the NHL during its lockout. Big Concerts — The Who Feb. 22 at Boardwalk Hall; Alicia Keys April 13 at Revel; Rush May 11 at Trump Taj Mahal; Brian Wilson and Beach Boys, July 20

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3D chalk artists to DO AC Sept. 16-22, just one of many events and attractions it presented to boost tourism in the resort town. The ACA also introduced new public art installations throughout the city as part of the ongoing ARTlantic project and, beginning in June, 40 sculptures started making their way to the Marina District for a Waterfront Sculpture Park. 10th Anniversary of Borgata — The Borgata celebrated its 10th birthday with a free concert July 1 with The Roots, Jill Scott, Slash and Aziz Ansari at its Event Center. Tropicana Opens New Restaurants — The Tropicana celebrated the opening of six

3D light and sound show, presented by the Atlantic City Alliance, on the façade of Boardwalk Hall debuts. The Moment Factory-produced show — “A.C. Dreamin’” — caps off a year of new, free and thrilling shows on the boards, including “Winter Sweet,” “Duality” and “Boardwalk Beat.” Online Gaming Legalized — Internet gambling was officially legalized in New Jersey and operated via Atlantic City’s casinos as of midnight Tuesday, Nov. 26. EHT Medical Marijuana Dispensary — South Jersey’s first medical marijuana clinic opened Monday, Oct. 28, in Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County. George Clinton Free Concert — Mr. Funkadelic himself put on a free concert at

just before Memorial Day Weekend, as a daytime counterpart to Revel’s HQ Nightclub. Robin Leach Makes Four Millionaires — Caesars Entertainment’s Millionaire Maker $4 million promo kicked off May 25-26 and made four people millionaires by the end of summer. The Claridge Is Sold — On Oct. 29, it was announced that the Claridge Atlantic City, opened in 1930, was sold by Bally’s to the Florida-based TJM Properties, Inc. The company plans to upgrade the 24-story building’s hotel rooms, as well as add a restaurant and other non-gaming amenities to the tower. Comedy Stop: 30 Years in A.C. — The Comedy Stop Café and Cabaret celebrated 30 years in Atlantic City in 2013. ■ see more online @

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earth. That’s the best part of my job, being a positive role model. What has been your favorite place to visit? Being in Greece was cool. There is so much history there. Italy was also one of my favorite countries. I played there professionally in 2010 and it was cool to be back. Those two are my favorite so far. Professional basketball overseas is huge. I went to Afghanistan last year with the military tour and I’m looking forward to all the other future places I will get to visit. What team do the Globetrotters play? We play the World All-Stars and they give us a great challenge.

Sweet J Ekworomadu is one of three women who hit the hardwood as a Harlem Globetrotter. She comes to Boardwalk Hall Dec. 29. By Lori Hoffman • feedback@acweekly.com

Sweet J is looking forward to playing at Boardwalk Hall. A rookie with the Globetrotters, the 5-10 sharpshooter out of Texas State University has played professionally in Italy and Poland and has been a member of the Nigerian national team since 2007. How did you get on the team? A tryout? Everyone has a different story. I knew someone on the team that went to my college [Texas State University]. He told them about me and I went and tried out and they liked what they saw. I’m the 12th female player in the history of the Globetrotters. It’s cool to be part of this history. I’m a rookie this year so the other female players [TNT Maddox and T-Time Brawner] showed me the ropes, and all the other guys have given me

advice, tricks and tidbits about being a Globetrotter. Is there a friendly rivalry between you three? No. There is no rivalry; it’s more like a sisterhood. We look out for each other. It’s one big family. Maybe there’s a rivalry between the guys and myself during a shootout. We all have one mission, to put smiles on peoples’ faces. What has been your favorite part about being a Globetrotter? My favorite part has been is the impression I’m making on children all over the place. I just got back from a military tour in Europe. You walk through the doors and their eyes light up and they [the children] think you are the coolest people on

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Tell us about the “Fans Rule” World Tour. We have a trick shot challenge, the hot hand jersey [extra points awarded for the person wearing the jersey making a shot] and the four-point shot, which can happen anytime in the game. During the fourth quarter, fans are going to be able to vote live for the rule they enjoyed most, so they can see it in the fourth quarter. We want the fans to be involved in the entertainment. So, have you made a four-point shot? It’s pretty far and I’ve made a couple behind closed doors. There was a day in practice when I make four in a row. I want to do that in a game. ■ see more online @

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What do you practice more, straight basketball or the tricks? To be a Globetrotter you have to be an awesome basketball player. We have to practice a little bit of everything, including the entertainment side of it. I would say it is about equal.

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