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at The Palazzo (“Holy Smoked!”
Holy Smoked! Enjoy a celebrity chef’s take on traditional foods
David Chang is an explorer. As much as he has accomplished—chef, author, TV personality and more—he’s always looking ahead, never satisfied, always curious. Lucky for us, that sense of adventure is on full display here in Las Vegas at his amazing restaurant, Majordomo Meat & Fish.
The sense that you are entering rarefied air becomes apparent the minute you set foot in the restaurant. It’s absolutely gorgeous, with perfectly appointed tables and an attentive waitstaff making sure your experience is impeccable. If you decide to start with a cocktail, make sure to try one of Chang’s smoked versions of either an Old-Fashioned or Negroni (a recent addition). Both are prepared tableside, and you’ll want to get your phone out to shoot the process.
Chang’s desire to think differently is apparent all over the menu. Start off with bing bread and chickpea dip to see what we mean. It’s tempting to think of it as hummus, but it is not. It’s decidedly unique, flavored with Chang’s fermented hozon spice. You can also enjoy bing bread with shaved foie gras or tingly lamb, which is just what it sounds like.
The smoke motif continues with the main courses, including an 8-ounce wagyu strip dinner smoked over white oak and mesquite coals and brushed with savory salt butter. Or opt for the impressive smoked whole plate bone-in short rib, served with beef rice and lettuce wraps. Sides are equally imaginative, including marinated mushrooms and pickled onion rings. Seafood lovers have got to try the miso-marinated Chilean sea bass, served with bok choy, daikon and citrus, or the bluefin tuna crudo from the raw bar.
For dessert, some highlights include the Major Doughnut, a pan-fried Krispy Kreme doughnut, vanilla ice cream, banana flambé and caramel whip, and the Major Mess with vanilla meringue, peach whip and macerated peaches. –Ken Miller
The Palazzo, 866.659.9643
Resorts World Las Vegas, axs.com
Larger Than Country
Without question, Carrie Underwood is one of the biggest stars in the world. And even though her fans would no doubt be content to just hear her sing her classics, Underwood gives fans a great production to boot in her new Las Vegas show, Reflection. This production utilizes all the classic elements Las Vegas is known for—backup dancers, pyrotechnics, costume changes, moving stages, water effects and so much more.
Underwood takes audiences on a journey through her discography, from “Last Name” and “Jesus Take the Wheel” to “Drinking Alone” and “Before He Cheats,” complete with a car being beaten to pieces onstage.
And for those who aren’t country fans through and through, know this: Underwood does some serious rocking in this show, including a cover of Led Zeppelin’s “Rock and Roll.” Because it’s Las Vegas, and Underwood and her talented band aren’t holding anything back. This show is the reason you come to Las Vegas. It’s also the reason many of you might be coming back; Underwood is scheduled to play many more dates throughout the year. –Ken Miller
Immersed in Art
An unforgettable art experience awaits you at
The Original Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit
Las Vegas, where some of the most famous works of art are shown in a way you’ve never seen before. You enter a large, rectangular room, and as the lights dim, Van Gogh’s works like The Starry Night and The Yellow House are projected on every inch of the walls, as plaintive music guides you through the artist’s journey. It’s fascinating, it’s cutting-edge, it’s emotional. And it’s utterly Vegas. –Ken Miller
The Shops at Crystals, vangoghvegas.com
Satisfy Your Cravings
If there’s one cuisine we could eat every day, it’s Mexican food—the flavors, the meats, the margaritas, the chips and salsa … OK, we’ve gotta stop! You can satisfy your South-of-the-border cravings at Borracha Mexican Cantina.
Start your experience here with the guacamole, made even poppier with cotija cheese. A fantastic appetizer is the shrimp ceviche, so refreshing with avocado, pickled red onions and cilantro vinaigrette. Make sure to grab a margarita at this point—we’re partial to the blood orange variety, made with Hornitos Plata tequila.
Now down to business! Whether you want street tacos, burritos or some slow-roasted pork carnitas, you’ll be savoring every bite here. And vegans will find plenty to enjoy, too, from roasted tomato and corn soup to veggie rice bowls (with brown rice, natch). –Ken Miller
