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D-ZYN CORNER
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CULINARY PERFECTION OF CHEF SHAWN MCCLAIN By Yelena Brezhneva
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On One Queensridge Place Editorial Article By Selcen Kavruklar
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ONE VEGGIE AT A TIME
How Chef Kenny Chye is Changing Vegas' Menu By K. Alex Shaw
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Healthy Vegan Options By Marie Guarino
BURGER BUCKET LIST
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OFF THE BEATEN PATH Nelson's Landing Cliff Jumping By Francesca Maria
INSPIRING CHILDREN INTO SUCCESS Marty Hennessy Foundation By Yelena Brezhneva
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Arts & Entertainment
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Fashion Trends By Kate Perett
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Editor Dear reader, Welcome to our food issue. The evolution of Las Vegas into a food destination has been quite the epicurean treat. A constellation of star chefs have joined the desert vacation mecca as five-star resorts/casinos compete to add Michelin-starred chefs to their venues. On our cover, you will find Maine Day Boat scallops from Executive Chef Shawn McClain’s restaurant, Sage at Aria. Over the last 15 years Chef McClain has developed a collection of awardwinning restaurants. His innovative concepts have earned him multiple accolades, including James Beard Award nominations for Outstanding New Restaurant, and Esquire magazine’s “Chef of the Year.” He has appeared on Food Network’s Iron Chef America, which resulted in an epic win against Chef Marc Forgione. Join us as we interview Chef McClain as he redefines the American cuisine using only the freshest of ingredients. In this issue, you will want to curb your steak lust for a minute and enjoy our interview with Chef Kenny Chye as he transforms Asian cuisine with a vegetarian twist. Chef Chye, swears by the curative properties meatless dishes possess as he takes Las Vegas one veggie at a time. Sometimes minor adjustments can have an outsize impact on our health; try out our vegan menu card for a healthy transformation. These dishes can convert even the staunchest of carnivores to all-vegan. As we go into the highlight of our issue, we talk to high-rise expert Randy Char, Broker, and President of Char Luxury; as he shares how he transformed the vertical market at One Queensridge Place with record sales of over $100 million over the course of his position as Senior VP of Operations. Char gives us wonderful insight to this phenomenal property and why it’s the perfect time to invest. At High Rise Life, we believe that living healthy life is about balance. You do what you can. And that’s really the key, isn’t it? The importance of balance: a constant, vital dialogue between mindful living and occasional indulgence between Chef McClain’s famous foie gras brulee and a gourmet charbroiled burger from Guy Fieri’s from our burger bucket list. Because saying yes to some things doesn’t have to mean saying no to everything else. After all, as anyone who’s tried a quick-fix diet knows, the only true solutions are the sustainable ones. So, here’s to your health—and to having it all. Cheers!
Selcen Kavruklar Editor-in-Chief selcen@highriselifevegas.com May 2017
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D-ZYN CORNER Written by Carol Townsend A.S.I.D. Interior Designer
April normally brings spring showers to announce to the world that it is time to rejuvenate your home and accessories. Last month, I spoke about how we can change our art and accessories to announce the new season into our homes. It’s our annual food issue, and the art of presenting meals is just as important as the food itself. When plated creatively, that food can excite your visual as well as your taste palate! Whenever my husband and I are on one of our trips, he can always find me if I’ve gone missing for a while. First, he checks the art galleries, as I love to explore what those talented people have created with brush or camera lens. If he doesn’t find me there, he looks for the nearest kitchen store. It’s not that I cook, I leave that up to him. I love dishes! I love glassware! I love fabric that I can create table cloths or place mats and napkins from. I love to change the look of my dining table often. It sparks my creative juices, and helps me visualize what I may want to do in my customer’s color scheme. So, there is a New Year’s table, a spring table, an Easter table, a summer picnic, early fall, Thanksgiving, early winter and Christmas! If you have not seen the advertisements for all the cute Easter décor, you have not been reading the magazines flooding into my office. But also, the newest craze, and something I can really get into, is the Blue Apron and Plated companies. They advertise sending a box to the consumer
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with all the fresh food to provide a beautiful meal. When my generation was growing up, and moms took off their aprons and entered the work world, what the food industry came up with to feed us growing kids was…. frozen dinners in aluminum trays. Remember those? Who could ever consider those frozen, tasteless offerings as good food? Not my mom. She would get up early every Saturday and she would prepare the coming weeks meals for her family. As we got older, she tried to initiate her daughters into the art of food preparation. It worked on one of the three of us. My older sister, Cathy, is an expert in the kitchen and loves it. I gravitated toward the sewing machine and my design heart took flight. With the right amount of encouragement, and fabric, I would design the table cloths we would use for our meals. When mom had one of her many parties, she was always proud to show off her pretty tables. So, let’s grab this spring and summer by the colorful accessories offered in our local stores, and let’s get cooking! Also, see my newest four book series: The Lost Series available on Amazon and Kindle! Author and Interior Designer Carol Townsend
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Notorious for its decadent and unique culinary experiences, Las Vegas makes us feel so lucky and at the same time spoiled! Everything here is at your service - best cuisine, mixology of beverages, cocktails, and presentation. Las Vegas is also home to a brilliant individual in the culinary world, Executive Chef, and Managing Partner at Sage, FIVE50 and Libertine Social Shawn McClain. Chef McClain discovered that the Las Vegas culinary community was very supportive and created a fertile environment with a rich variety of fresh produce that wouldn’t make it to the Midwest. From his focus on artisan meats, to his seafood dominant and vegetarian small plate concepts; nothing is impossible for Chef McClain. Everything he touches turns into esthetical perfection. Raw ingredients take exotic shapes and forms and turn into edgy wide spectrum of flavors.
Contrary to many chefs that grew up around parents or grandparents who cooked or owned restaurants, Chef Shawn McClain’s talent blossomed despite the lack of cooking environment in his family.
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I grew up in a big family of 6 kids, we rarely ate at home. We were busy with school, playing sports and mom was not a big cook.
Today, you can see Chef McClain’s collection of award-winning restaurants such as, Spring in Chicago, Sage at Aria Las Vegas, and his latest hotspot Libertine Social at Mandalay Bay. Inventive concepts earned McClain multiple accolades, including James Beard Award nominations for Outstanding New Restaurant, Esquire magazine’s “Chef of the Year,” and Desert Companion’s “Restaurant of the Year.” In addition, McClain’s culinary portfolio has been praised by The New York Times, Bon Appétit, FOOD &
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In fact, his family tradition of eating out and going to restaurants had a positive influence on his career. As a child, McClain was magically enchanted by the ambiance of restaurants, food presentations, textures, and tastes. He didn’t know much about cooking in his teenage years, but exploring the fun and dynamic environment of restaurants was perhaps his first teacher.
WINE, and several other prestigious publications. If you are coming to Sage for the first time, we would highly recommend you to try Shawn McClain’s Foie Gras Brulee. From personal experience, it was an incredible combination delivering a visual and culinary experience. I’ve tried many different versions of Foie Gras all over the world, including the best French restaurants in Paris and nothing impressed me like McClain’s. With more than 30 years of experience, McClain has evolved his own style of culinary perfection. His unique appreciation for Asian cuisine and variety of culinary influences, coupled with his innate understanding of taste, has revolutionized the culinary industry. We can continue to enjoy McClain’s culinary vision as he prepares to create a cookbook this year to share some of his famous recipes. What a treat that will be! We’ll be able to re-create some of his most popular recipes from the comfort of our homes.
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When Randy Char took on role as Senior Vice President of Operations at One Queensridge Place in 2012, he had one vision in mind and that was to revive the Las Vegas vertical market. With over 22 years of experience as a luxury producer and broker in Las Vegas, he successfully accomplished his mission. Char who holds an MBA from Pepperdine, came from development background, and worked for top home builders like Pulte Homes in the past. Per Char, “We had a sales goal, that had to be executed and we made sure it happened.� In 2013, residential sales hit a landmark of over $100 million and by 2015 the building was completely sold out. Today, Char serves as broker and president of his own company Char Luxury Real Estate, specializing both in luxury high-rise and residential market.
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One Queensridge Place is luxurious residence to retreat to in a very chic corner of the city. Nestled in an exclusive residential neighborhood, only 10 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip; there is an abundant array of dining and shopping experiences all within proximity such as Tivoli Village and Boca Park. Golf enthusiasts, can also take advantage of numerous public & private courses only minutes away. The two 18-story towers with 219 units offers a vast array of custom floor plans with two to four bedroom options, with square footage ranging in size from 2,000 to over 15,000 of pure extravagance. Each with balconies and or patios overlooking the city and picturesque beauty of Red Rock mountains. May 2017
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About One Queensridge Place
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With some of the largest livable space of any luxury condominium in Las Vegas,the residences in One Queensridge Place truly are custom homes in the sky.
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Decorated in fine marble and imported stone, the residence carries a sophisticated Parisian feel with its molded ceilings, iron-crafted entry doors, dignified marble fireplaces, grand drapes, and beautifully designed cabinetry. The hint of French blue in the mosaic grand entrance adds a whimsical touch. The urban abode is full of modern comforts, but done tastefully in traditional French style reminiscent of the Art Nouveau movement. World-class services and amenities include: gated facility with 24-hour security, valet, retreat room, library, private conference room, card room, media room, billiards room, housekeeping in common areas, indoor lap pool and outdoor swimming pool, state-ofthe-art workout facility, and guest casitas. Along with well-manicured gardens and forecourt, that makes guests stop in their tracks and command attention. Another unique attribute about this property is that each resident has a private garage and elevator to their residence. Guests can also enjoy delectable treats at its barista café. Residents can further indulge in a fine glass of wine in the temperature controlled wine cellar with private storage and entertain their guests in the events room equipped with a master kitchen, which can accommodate up to 14 guests for those special occasions. For the ultimate spa experience, residents can splurge in his or her separate saunas, steam rooms, and couples room. Residents can also enjoy wet treatment rooms equipped with Vichy showers for the ultimate rejuvenation.
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There is a grand characteristic about One Queensridge Place that sets it apart. The lavish amenities and expansive common areas,are truly unrivaled by any other high-rise here in Las Vegas & possibly the west coast.
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According to Char, “Most of the homeowners at One Queensridge Place have multiple residences all over the world, and travel often. They love the security, convenience and peace of mind of knowing they can enjoy the lock and leave lifestyle.” It is no surprise, One Queensridge Place is home to some of Las Vegas’ high-level executives, investors and diverse age group of business professionals. Perfect for the discerning buyer, prices range from the low $750,000.00 to upper $10,000,000.00 USD.
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Char Luxury Listing | 9101 Alta Dr #204 - Living Room, Virtuance
Per Randy Char, Owner & Broker of Char Luxury Real Estate; “One Queensridge Place is truly a unique property, for anyone looking for luxury lifestyle. It is a great time to buy as replacement costs far exceed that of current market prices. I feel an emotional component as Las Vegas is going through an exciting transformation and economic growth.� As residence and architecture go, there is nothing quite like the inimitable, eternally elegant One Queensridge Place. A quietly luxurious residence, with classic French charm and beautiful gardens, that add a perfect poetic ambience. Yet, still carry all the modern comforts that appeal to global travelers. It is the ultimate royal treatment for those who are fortunate enough to live and savor its beauty. One Queensridge Pla
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Two base ingredients that make a celebrity chef are ingenuity and passion. Besides curating remarkable dishes, the culinary genius must envision a menu that will satisfy a multitude of palates. True to any gourmet masterpiece, this definition is simple yet masks the unmatched complexities proven by the fact that there are only a few members belonging to the elite class of well‐known chefs. Meet my friend and popular vegan/ vegetarian Chef, Kenny Chye. Chef Kenny lived in Southern California for 15 years, but is originally from Malaysia. While in California, he owned three restaurants. In 2001, he moved to Las Vegas and started a meat and seafood wholesale business. During this time, he supplied hotels and restaurants with fresh, high‐quality product. However, the job perk of eating a lot of meat resulted in Chye having high cholesterol. “I would sometimes eat 22-ounces of prime rib at a time. Now I don’t touch it,” explains Chye.
Resulting from the need to make changes to his lifestyle, Chye became vegetarian. “I wanted to open a veggie restaurant for my health, but also so I can help other people,” says Chye. “I know people are trying to be healthy, but want good taste and good texture, just no meat.” In Spring 2012, Chye opened Veggie House, a vegan/vegetarian Chinese restaurant boasting over 100 items on its menu. Only two years ago, I discovered this eatery full of familiar Chinese‐American favorites. Oftentimes, I take my carnivore friends to eat the creatively crafted dishes. Every time they are impressed by the taste and texture of the remarkable meatless fare. “I don’t like salad. I duplicate the food I like,” explains Chye. “I like sea bass. [Therefore,] we have sea bass on the menu [at Veggie House].” And when Chef Kenny decided he wanted a burger, he created Vege‐Way, Vegas’ first‐ever plant‐based fast food restaurant. Mirroring the success of Veggie House, combining taste and texture, he has created a burger joint out of veggies. In September 2016, he
introduced to the world his two‐year dream to create the vegan version of In‐N‐Out Burger. How does he do it? “Fresh is always the best, no shortcuts. I get a lot of word‐of‐ mouth,” Chye speaks to his success. “I help the vegan community with events, like donating food to fundraisers for animal charities. We donate food to the homeless every month. I talk to people. I tell them what the good things to eat are, what type of work we should be doing for our health, the environment and animals.” Once upon a time, Las Vegas was the land of all‐you‐can‐eat‐buffets and a single gourmet room in each hotel. Fast‐ forward 30 years, Vege‐Way, in its first week, attracted massive crowds and sold more than 3,000 burgers. Chef Kenny’s continuing and growing success is certainly, a testament of the importance of vegan/vegetarian food to the landscape of Vegas and how he has changed the local dining scene. I anxiously wait to see what happens next. Contact K. Alex Shaw at kshaw@highriselifevegas. com. Find more of her stories at www.highriselife. com, and follow @kalexshaw on Instagram.
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When it comes to health and nutrition, vegetables are the healthiest option. Vegetables offer a wide range of nutrients and vitamins to promote a healthier lifestyle. Here are some delicious alternatives to add more vegetables into your diet without compromising flavor.
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ROASTED SQUASH AND PUMPKIN SEEDS MOLE BOWL It is a delicious meal for your guests, and serves as a power pack dinner loaded with proteins and fiber. This vegetarian squash bowl is so hearty and full of flavor. (Serves 4)
Ingredients 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut 3 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 c. raw shelled pumpkin seeds, plus more for garnish 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
Directions
1/2 onion, cut into wedges
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and add squash with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange on baking sheet; roast 35 min or until squash is tender.
2 cloves garlic, halved
2. Meanwhile, in a skillet, add pumpkin seeds, cumin seed and oregano on medium 3 minutes or until fragrant, stirring. Remove from heat; set aside. In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil on medium. Add onion, tomatillos, garlic and jalapeno; cook 5 minutes or until slightly browned. Place vegetables, pumpkin seeds and spice mixture in blender or food processor. Pulse a few times; then add stock, coconut milk, parsley, cilantro, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Process until smooth. Makes 3 cups. 3. Return mixture to skillet; simmer on medium, 15 or until slightly thickened. Divide rice and squash among 4 bowls; add sauce. Serve remaining sauce on the side. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
2 tomatillos, husked and halved
1 jalapeno chili, sliced 3/4 c. vegetable stock 1/2 c. coconut milk 1/2 c. parsley, chopped 1/4 c. packed cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish Lime wedges, for garnish (About 440 calories)
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CREAMY VEGAN LINGUINE WITH WILD MUSHROOMS You can serve your guests with this delicious entirely vegan pasta enriched with essential nutrients. (Serves 6)
Ingredients 1 lb. linguine or fettuccine 6 tbsp. olive oil
Directions 1. Cook linguine as label directs, reserving 3/4 cups pasta cooking water before draining. Return drained linguine to pot. 2. Meanwhile, in skillet, heat oil on medium-high. Add mushrooms and garlic; cook 5 minutes or until mushrooms are browned and tender, stirring. Transfer to pot with cooked, drained linguine along with nutritional yeast, reserved cooking water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper. Toss until well combined. Garnish with green onions.
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12 oz. mixed mushrooms, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/4 c. nutritional yeast 2 green onions, thinly sliced on an angle (About 430 calories)
Ingredients 2 red bell peppers
THREE BEAN VEGETARIAN CHILLI
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon paprika
It contains black beans, pink beans, and edamame along with broth. The platter is fully loaded with proteins, fibers, and micronutrients that will entertain your taste buds. (Serves 4)
1/4 teaspoon salt 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 2 cups organic vegetable broth
Directions 1. Preheat oven. 2. Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise. Remove and discard seeds. Place pepper halves, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil 20 minutes or until blackened. Place pepper halves in a zip-top plastic bag; seal. Let stand 15 minutes. Peel and chop peppers. 3. Over medium-low heat, add oil and onion; cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cumin and next 4 ingredients (through garlic); cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bell peppers, broth, squash, and tomatoes; bring to a simmer. Cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans; simmer 25 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring occasionally. Add with green onions.
1 1/2 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled butternut squash 1 (28-ounce) can no-salt-added tomatoes, undrained and chopped 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 (15-ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
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When most people hear the word “hamburger” they think fast food such as McDonalds or Carl’s Jr., and could never fathom a hamburger that cost $40. However, Las Vegas has become the hamburger capital where top chefs from around the world compete for the crown of the best gourmet burger. One of the leading contenders as of this article is Guy Fieri. You might remember Guy from his Food Channel show “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.” Guy has several restaurants bearing his name in Vegas, but for the Burger Bucket List we visited Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen and Bar adjacent to the popular Carnival Court and The LINQ’s main entrance. We had to try the Mac & Cheese Bacon Burger - the burger that crushed its competition in New York City’s 2013 Burger Bash! Built with crispy Applewood bacon, six-cheese mac, plus more super-melty cheese between garlic toasted brioche buns. The burger looks like a Frankenstein creation, but after the first bite, I was sold on the multitude of flavor. The meat is seasoned to perfection and overall, an excellent burger. I didn’t think it was possible to have fries, which are usually a side dish, outshine the burger. However, the Vegas Fries did just that. The sidewinder cut fries are tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, topped with blue cheese crumble and served with Guy’s blue-sabi sauce. I rate these as the best tasting fries to date. Just a word of precaution, if you try the fries, and by all means do because they are that amazing, make sure to bring gum, a toothbrush and mouthwash otherwise you and everyone around you will get to experience dragon breath. Steven Craig
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If you are the kind of person that loves burgers as much as me, and also loves the good ol’ fashioned 50’s diner style burger and shake, the best thing to do is take a drive over to Steak ‘n Shake. They have 2 locations in Las Vegas. We went to the one at South Point Casino, and their other location is at UNLV. Everything is fresh and delicious. They are the original creators of the Steakburger, and for 80 years they have continued to provide top quality Steakburgers and milkshakes. They make their burgers from 100% fresh top quality ground round, sirloin, and even T-bones, with no preservatives or artificial ingredients. Their milkshakes are unbelievably scrumptious too! I ordered their newest specialty item on the menu, which was a double Philly Steakburger topped with American and Swiss cheese, grilled peppers, and onions with a garlic mayo sauce, and served with shoestring fries. Combining a Philly Cheesesteak and a traditional hamburger might sound odd at first, but it was fantastic! It was a delightful mishmash of two American favorites - I give it five stars!
And since Steven loves jalapeños, he ordered the Jalapeño Steakburger, which is a double Steakburger, with pepper-jack cheese, fresh jalapeño’s and salsa, French-fried onions with a chipotle mayo; served with fries. He also ordered a side of chili, which is the best darn chili this side of the Mississippi! And for a milkshake, Steven got the Reese’s Peanut-butter chocolate shake, which was a specialty shake that they were promoting. This was a real winner! Needless to say, we wobbled out of there very satisfied. They have a diverse menu, so even if you have guests that are not big on burgers, they are sure to find something they love to eat. Francesca Maria
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Summer is right around the corner and it’s always a challenge for fashion enthusiasts to create looks that allow them to beat the heat and stay fashionable at the same time. We have brought you trends that are hot this season. Try them and make a bold fashion statement and beat the heat in style.
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Off Shoulder Crop Tops
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They’re very much “in” this season. The best thing about crop tops is the fact that they’re very airy. They cover below your shoulder to the midriff, allowing you room to breathe and stay cool. Off shoulder crop tops are hot this season and you should add it to your wardrobe. Style them with shorts, short skirts or even palazzo pants, they look stylish with just about anything.
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Maxi Dresses
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For days when you must step out and want to achieve a carefree look, maxi dresses are a perfect alternative. You can opt for feminine floral prints in pastel tones or bright colors of fuchsia and cobalt blue to make a colorful statement. You can pair maxi dresses with simple chain pendants and flat sandals for a simple yet stylish casual look.
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Pants
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We understand you might not want to wear skinny jeans as the weather warms up. Why not try different types of pants? If you’re trying to beat the heat, you could opt for palazzo pants, chinos, slacks or cigarette pants. All these pants give you a chic look when paired with formal blouses and a very casual look when paired with t-shirts or button downs of your choice.
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"Marty Hennessy does so much for so many. He is my favorite person in the whole world." Tony Bennett
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As of today, the Marty Hennessy Foundation has earned more than $17,000,000 in scholarships and has raised $15,000,000, which has gone directly into training & mentoring children!
great talent, but did not have enough funds necessary to participate in the tournaments. Marty began hosting tournaments to raise money and help kids like Freddy in the training program.
It all started 15 years ago, with just one child, Frideric Prandecki. He was six years old at the time and the first thing he told Marty, or Morty as he’d call him, was, “I’ll never be as good as my sister.” His sister ice-skated throughout Europe.
Ryan Wolfington and Marty Hennessy met in 2004 and were united by the passion to help kids. There were no big plans, no big agenda, but a simple love for tennis and their need to change lives for the better, create a future and inspire children.
“Don’t worry Freddy…just focus on you!” said Marty. It wasn’t easy for little Freddy, but with proper help he was progressing towards a scholarship. He was a kid with
Marty recognized an incredible ability in Ryan to mentor kids. He could spend hours and hours explaining, until children truly grasped the concept and understand
Frideric Prandecki successfully got his scholarship in 2006, and opened the door for more children to follow him.
the subject. All this weaved together and the foundation was co-founded by Ryan Wolfington and Marty Hennessy, with the help of entertainment icon Tony Bennett, and tennis legend Mike Agassi. Today it includes most of the Southern Nevada Tennis Community and is recognized nationwide. The Marty Hennessy Foundation has created essential academic, athletic, leadership, and personal development environment for children to be the best they can be.
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Since its launch, support has poured from boxing legend Mike Tyson, Las Vegas Sands Corp President Rob Goldstein, Technology Entrepreneur Sean Wolfington, Executive Ron Santella, Comedian Rita Rudner, Producer Martin Bergman, and Actor Eduardo Verastegui, to name a few. The foundation will be hosting its Annual Charity Gala, featuring four time Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Jewel May 19 at Palazzo Theater 6-8pm VIP Reception | Food | Cocktails | Silent Auction 8pm | Dinner Concert ft. Jewel Official Charty Partner of Salt Conference | SALTConference.com Creating good karma is always rewarding. Nothing is more satisfying than changing kids’ lives, as children are our future. www.inspiringchildren.net by Yelena Brezhneva Author, Mother of three, Philanthropist, Las Vegas Personality & High Rise – Luxury Home Specialist with Sotheby’s International Realty.
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T-MOBILE ARENA – Canelo Alvarez vs Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Cinco de Mayo may be a celebration for many, but only one can reign victorious when Canelo Alvarez takes on Cesar Chavez Jr. at the T-Mobile Arena on May 6, 2017. Brought to you by Golden Boy Promotions, this 12-round brawl will determine Mexico’s greatest fighter of the generation. If you’re unable to reserve seats for this highly-anticipated event, the match will also be available live on HBO Pay-Per-View® at 6:00 p.m. PST.
6th May
SAM BOYD STADIUM - AMA Monster Energy Supercross Ready to roar? It will be difficult to different between the sound of engines revving and cheering of the crowd at the AMA Monster Energy Supercross Finals. Get your adrenaline pumping at this FIM World Championships as competitors make their way around Sam Boyd Stadium’s obstacle course on May 6, 2017.
13th – 14th May
Smith Center - NEVADA BALLET THEATRE PRESENTS PETER PAN Normally one would take flight through Neverland, but it may be best to take leaps and bounds as the Nevada Ballet Theatre presents Peter Pan at the Smith Center from May 13-14. This family friendly affair is elegantly choreographed by Jorden Morris with music by Sir Benjamin Britten, Eric Coates, Sir Edward Elgar, Ron Goodwin and Montague Phillips. Prepare to get lost with the lost boys in this beautiful rendition of the J.M. Barrie classic.
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21st May
T-MOBILE ARENA – Billboard Music Awards When you stream a song, listen to band on the radio, or purchase tickets to a tour, you may not know it, but you’re aiding in the selection of the nominees for the Billboard Music Awards. This year’s finalists range from superstars such as Adele, Beyonce, and Justin Timberlake to internet sensations like Linsey Sterling. The Billboard Music Awards takes place at the Las Vegas T-Mobile Arena on May 21, 2017.
27th - 28th May
The MIRAGE – Gabriel Iglesias In need of laughter? California native and funny man Gabriel Iglesias, comically known as Fluffy, will show you how with his myriad of impressions and imitations as well as his acclaimed stand-up comedy. Iglesias is performing from May 27-28 at the Terry Fator Theatre at the Mirage.
28th May
T-Mobile Arena – New Kids On The Block, Paula Abdul & Boyz II Men Put on your fedoras because New Kids on the Block is bringing their Total Package Tour to the T-Mobile Arena on May 28. New Kids on the Block is known for songs such as “Step by Step” and the American Music Award winning “Hangin’ Tough.” Also performing is the iconic American Idol hostess, Paula Abdul, as well as the sultry R&B vocal group, Boyz II Men.
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OUT ON OUT THE ON STRIP
THE TheArt of STRIP Living
At the Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas March 30, 2017
FIRE OF Photos by: Ash Photography NOWRUZ! FIRE OF SPRING! AT ELENA BULATOVA ON GALLERY ROW At the Aria -March 19, 2017 Photos by: Ash Photography
Guests enjoyed and celebrated Nowruz and Spring with High Rise Life Magazine and Elena Bulatova Fine Art Gallery. While, enjoying fine art and cocktails with raffle prizes. Supporting, Marti Hennessy Inspiring Children Foundation.
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Guests enjoyed the enchanting views as well as art from master sculptor Richard MacDonald and Rodney Lough Jr. fine photography, while sipping on wine and sampling Hors D’oeuvres carefully crafted by chef McClain from Sage at the Aria. Silent auction supporting Help of Southern Nevada. This luxurious affair was hosted by Rahimi Designs & High Rise Life Magazine.
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OUT ON THE STRIP Sculpting Life IntoArt Richard MacDonald & Josh MacDonald
At Richard MacDonald Art Gallery, Gallery Row at Aria April 13, 2017 Photos by: AN&D Studios & Ash Photography Life was truly sculpted into art at this event presented by High Rise Life Magazine and sculptor Richard MacDonald. Guests were entertained by world renowned sculptor Richard MacDonald’s intricate works and offered a spectacle of talent thanks to a performance by Cirque du Soleil’s contortionist, Anna Batchuluun. Guests enjoyed fine wine, champagne, and Hors D’oeuvres.
Anna Batchuluun from Cirque du Soleil
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Richard MacDonald & Hedy Woodrow
Dr. Suzie Su D.D.S & Dr. Sean Su
Selcen Kavruklar, Richard MacDonald & Suzan Kustra
Richard Haddrill, Leslie Frisbee & Richard MacDonald
Thomas Barbey, Richard MacDonald, Suzanne & Katrina Burrus
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Richard MacDonald & Mario Basner
Charles Raab, Scott Karosa, Charles Profeta & Tony Caludo
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Hedy Woodrow & Selcen Kavruklar
Mike Wade & K. Alex Shaw
Ed Chen, Thomas Barbey & Katrina Burrus
Karan Wong, Mario Basner & Li Jxsn
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OFF
THE BEATEN PATH
Nelson's Landing - Cliff Jumping Written by Francesca Maria
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For those who have a liking for an adrenaline rush or cliff jumping, Nelson’s Landing might be the perfect experience you are seeking. Believe it or not - it’s family friendly. There are no sharp rocks below the cliffs, so you don’t have to worry about hitting anything. There are cliffs of different heights, so even young children who know how to swim, or who have a life vest on and are accompanied by an adult, can have a good time jumping off of the smaller cliffs. For those who really like to have a long jump it’s only a short walk out to the higher cliffs. There are coves all around and shallow swimming areas that are shaded by the high rocks. This location is really “Off the Beaten Path.” Most people do not even know about these cliffs, but once you make the drive or boating trip out there you will want to go back. HOW TO GET THERE BY WATER: Nelson’s Landing is on the Nevada side of Lake Mohave, about 16 miles north of Cottonwood Cove by water if you go by boat. Although there is no launch ramp nearby the cliffs; the closest boat ramp would be Cottonwood Cove, but you can have a great boating trip getting over to the cliffs by boat. You can call ahead to rent a boat for day use or you can make a weekend of it and rent a houseboat from Cottonwood Cove Marina. For those who are driving out for the day, there is a paved road that takes you within a half mile of the lake, and then it turns into a
dirt road and continues all the way down to the lake edge. Nelson’s Landing is about 25 miles from Boulder City by road. HOW TO GET THERE BY CAR: Just South of Boulder City. Going southeast as you leave Las Vegas, just past Henderson and before Boulder City, take a right turn (going South) on highway 95 South. Approximately 10 miles, you come to the road marked 165; it will be on your left, look for it there are no signs that tell you to turn there. At that intersection is a Monument, Nevada Centennial Marker #9 that is the road that follows El Dorado Canyon, through the El Dorado Mountains past the private mines on the right side of the road to the Public Recreation Area. You will enjoy this drive as you go down the long and winding road, which is a downhill grade from there. The road ends at a spectacular overlook at the Colorado River. Added bonus, when you are driving out to Nelson’s Landing, you will drive through the old town of Nelson which is now an old Ghost Town and you can stop and take pictures and explore all around the area. This was one of the first major gold strike areas in Nevada, several million dollars of gold, silver and copper came from these mines in the late 1800’s. If you are going with children, please use caution and keep them close to you as old mines can still be dangerous if a child unknowingly went into one. As always, send me your outdoor stories to share or message me on Facebook. May 2017
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