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University of Nevada, Las Vegas grad Guy Fieri returns to open a restaurant on the Strip

ON THE STRIP

Chef connections. Vegas Uncork’d and food trends. Plus, Britney Spears and Olivia Newton-John

SENSES

Fresh spa treatments for spring

INSIDER

Think Like a Man Too’s Meagan Good came to film a wedding, and found a party

FEATURES

TASTE

Retro Tools Meet Culinary Cool Vintage kitchen gadgets make a comeback

FASHION FORWARD Tea for Two Sweet treats and fancy frocks make for a perfect afternoon tea

LAVISH ADORNMENTS Life is Sweet Decadent pastries, luxe jewels and gorgeous gems sweeten the season

SPLURGE

Checking in on some sweet suites

That’s Amore! Finding love Italian-style. Swim fashion, plus colorizing your closet

SHOWBIZ

CELEBRITY PORTRAIT

VANTAGE POINT

Director/choreographer Frank Gatson Jr. injects new life into Jubilee!

Lights, Camera, Action! Giada De Laurentiis explains why Las Vegas is the ideal location for her first restaurant

IN THE KNOW

COCKTAIL CULTURE

Taylor Hicks dishes on his favorite Vegas dishes

Elevated Spirits We’re picking some good libations

SCENE + HEARD

Starcatcher: Celebrity sightings in Las Vegas

AROUND TOWN

Dining and entertainment guide to Las Vegas

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ON KIM: Sugar Sweet floral print dress

Fashion alert: Diva’s Frank Marino talks shop

($375); Ted Baker London/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Glitterati classic headband ($12) with Pom Pom Flower in mint ($15); Ban.do/shopbando.com.

LAVISH ADORNMENTS

BEAUT Y: The Essential Eye Shadow Set ($58), The Lip Gloss in Lilium ($30); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

WILD CARD

JEWELRY: Diamantissima ring in 18-karat yellow gold ($965) and Horsebit cocktail ring in 18-karat yellow gold and smoky quartz ($2,275); Gucci/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. DESSERTS: Cassis, coconut, pistachio, orange and vanilla French macaroons; created by Jim McNamara, Executive Pastry Chef for Paris Las Vegas, Bally’s Las Vegas and Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. 6

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DISHWARE: Inside Out Hearts dessert set ($59.99) and pink tea set ($69.99); Yedi Houseware/yedihouseware.com. DESSERTS: Chocolate-covered strawberries, assorted French macaroons, almond fanciers, assorted tarts, cinnamon raisin scones and apple cornets; created by Carlos Salazar, Executive Pastry Chef for Caesars Palace Bake Shop.

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The Who , Wh aT an d Wh y

Grace Bascos

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This issue found dining expert Grace Bascos writing about two of her comfort-food favorites— burgers and eggs. Not surprisingly, she found both at Gordon Ramsay BurGR, the topic of her “High on the Hog” feature. “My favorite burger is the Farm Burger, topped with duck-breast bacon, English sharp cheddar and a fried egg. It’s essentially all the classic American burger fixings, upgraded. It’s interesting to see such a casual concept from a chef best known for his fine-dining cuisine.”

Robert John Kley prefers interacting with live models, but admits that “some days it’s nice to have a product shoot.” Robert’s springtime jewelry feature, “Life Is Sweet,” is loaded with perfectly prepared pastries. The toughest part of the assignment? “It was hard not to eat them,” he says. “But I always keep in mind that nothing tastes as good as being skinny feels,” he laughs, before telling us of his guilty pleasure. “I hate to admit it, but the Twinkie tops the list.”

We asked photographer Jerry Metellus to describe his feature “Tea for Two” in three words. His response: “Beautiful. Elegant. Fantasy.” We’re sure you will agree. Jerry, whose personality is more Mad Hatter than White Rabbit, used a whimsical approach in capturing the eye-catching pastels and decadent desserts of this modernday English tea party—surely a trip into the Wonderland of his always active imagination.

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Styling both our fashion and jewelry features, “Tea for Two” and “Life Is Sweet”, Christie Moeller incorporated “a whimsical and fantasy element into the shoot.” She says of the concept, “It’s a tea party with everything you imagined as a child. Tasty pastries on dishes straight out of a fairytale, combined with floral frocks, fresh faces and, of course, tea. It’s one part Alice in Wonderland and one part tea with the royals, with a sugar cube of sweetness dropped in.”

Entertainment writer Shep Morgan says actress Meagan Good found filming Act Like a Man Too more fun the second time around. “I’d just spent weeks with Will Ferrell doing Anchorman 2,” she told Shep, “and Will really helped me have confidence in being funny. I used to be the girl who told the joke that never got a laugh. So I went on the set in Vegas and I was like, ‘Okay, show me what you got, because I’m ready.’”

We sent photographer Sabin Orr on a mission for his photo feature, “Retro Tools Meet Culinary Cool.” “I became a culinary ‘picker’ for a week,” he says, “searching antique stores for all the tools to present with the dishes.” Sabin’s photos connect dining’s past with its present. “Cooking tools have evolved over time, like everything else, and I wanted to show how these instruments from the past were once used to make the food we enjoy today.”

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You attended UNLV before the food revolution began here. Where does Las Vegas now rank as a dining destination? We are talking night and day. It’s amazing to see where Vegas is now. It used to be all about buffets, and then consumers said, ‘We want more interesting food,’ and the casinos realized if they wanted to attract these people, food was a method of doing it.

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Guy is sharpening his tools and ready to tempt taste buds at his latest restaurant, opening in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.

He races across America in a 1967, Chevy Camaro SS Convertible in candy-apple red, searching for the country’s best Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives; watches as contestants race through supermarket aisles on Guy’s Grocery Games; and recently coached the Rio’s own Penn Jillette on Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off. Now, Food Network star Guy Fieri is returning to Las Vegas (he graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas) to open a restaurant at The Quad Resort & Casino. 12

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Who inspired you to become a chef? It really was me. As a kid, when we were having breakfast, the first thing I would say to my mom was, ‘What are we having for dinner tonight?’ It used to drive my mom nuts. But my parents encouraged me. They said whoever makes dinner decides what we’re having. So on my way home from school, I would ride my bike to the grocery store, come home and make dinner. We had great dinners; we had not-so-great dinners. I was only ten. It was about making people happy and not having to do the dishes. Tell us about your experience winning the second season of The Next Food Network Star. I didn’t see the show the previous year so I wasn’t aware what was coming. It was a big eye-opener and tremendously challenging. Where do you eat when you’re in Vegas? I’m a big fan of Asian food. Back that up. I’m a fan of all food. I’ve been to Gordon Ramsay Steak. What they’ve done with the food, the staff—it’s really sharp. Nobu Caesars Palace is mindblowing. We were cooking our dinner on hot rocks at the table; it’s awesome. Beijing Noodle No. 9 is one of my new favorites. Who doesn’t love fresh noodles? What’s your go-to comfort food at home? If you ask my kids, it’s pizza. We have a wood-fired oven in our backyard and the pizzas cook in ninety seconds. My little guy, Ryder, has become a pizza snob now. But I think if it came down to just one meal, it would be spaghetti: a really good pasta with tomato sauce. It’s not too exciting, but it reverts back to what my comfort food was as a child. What does it mean for you to open a restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip? I’m a fan of Vegas, and to think I’m coming back twenty-five years later and not only opening a restaurant, but opening with the Caesars group—to me, it’s like being drafted to play with the Super Bowl champions. I think we’re going to do something different that nobody has seen before.

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Chef Con n eCtio n s

As these chefs and their protégés prove, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Here’s a quick look at how the paths of some of Las Vegas’ most celebrated chefs have crossed.

On season three of MasterChef, Gordon Ramsay refers to guest judge Guy Savoy as his “culinary mentor,” explaining to contestants how he trained under Savoy while working in Paris, France.

Guy Fieri says winning the second season of The Next Food Network Star (Bobby Flay and Giada De Laurentiis were judges and advisors) was a “life-changing” experience. “It was an enormous challenge. I can’t say enough about it.”

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After completing culinary school in Paris, Giada De Laurentiis returned to Los Angeles to work at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago. “More than advice from Wolfgang, I watched Wolfgang,” she says. “I watched how he tasted his food and how he was a part of every single thing that he did. I find that is crucial. You need to have a say in everything you put your name on.”

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Giada De Laurentiis competed with Bobby Flay on an episode of Iron Chef America against Rachael Ray and Mario Batali. “We definitely lost,” she says with a shrug, “but I have to say he’s a great teammate.”

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Appl A us e

Save the Date(s) The World Series of Poker returns to Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, May 27–July 14. The schedule includes more than 65 gold-bracelet events with the WSOP Main Event No-Limit Hold’em championship ($10,000 buy-in) taking place July 5–July 14. For the full tournament

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Film Version oF Jersey Boys to hit the silVer screen The ultimate tough guy is taking on the bad boys from the wrong side of the tracks. Academy Award®-winning director Clint Eastwood is bringing the story of the meteoric rise of The Four Seasons to the big screen. Fans of the musical, which is celebrating its sixth anniversary in Las Vegas, can catch Eastwood’s film version of Jersey Boys this June. Among the stars: Christopher Walken, who plays Angelo “Gyp” DeCarlo, and Steve Schirripa as Vito.

Known for her breakthrough role as Sandy in Grease and for getting “Physical,” Olivia Newton-John is bringing some summer lovin’ to Flamingo Las Vegas. Performing with an eight-piece band, Newton-John’s 45-date “Summer Nights” residency—which runs through August—will take audiences on a musical journey through her life, including her hit films Grease and Xanadu. Newton-John has sold more than 100 million albums, won four Grammys and had 10 number one hits.

* TICKETS Jersey Boys performs nightly (dark Mondays) at Paris Las Vegas.

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PoP suPerstar starts her t wo-year, 96-show residency

Box Office, by phone at (702) 777-2782, or online at flamingolasvegas.com. A portion of every ticket sold will benefit the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre, which she started in 1992 after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

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Well, she did it again. Britney Spears kicked off her Las Vegas residency in grand fashion with a massive party that attracted A-list stars and had fans on their feet from start to finish. Her hit-heavy show, “Britney : Piece of Me,” features two dozen songs including “...Baby One More Time,” “ Toxic,” “Oops!... I Did It Again,” “Circus,” “ Womanizer ” and material from her recently released album, Britney Jean. Spears debuted her show to a star-studded, sold-out crowd that included Katy Perr y, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Kellen Lutz, Adam Lambert and Mario Lopez (who ended up on all fours, crawling onstage and being whipped by Spears while she per formed “Freakshow ”). Spears said she wanted “to bring it to the next level” in Las Vegas and she does, challenging herself with new dance numbers choreographed by The Squared Division. A four-piece band, 14 dancers and a wraparound video screen add to the visual spectacle.

* TICKETS Britney Spears performs in The AXIS Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Visit: planethollywoodresort.com/Britney.

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High on the Hog

The latest pork du jour comes from the Mangalitsa pig, a woolly, heritage breed descended from wild boar that is raised in open pastures on an all-natural grass and clover diet. It’s so tasty, Gordon Ramsay BurGR has devoted a whole burger to it. The Hog Burger’s all-pork patty gets grilled over apple and alder wood, and is basted with maple butter before being crowned with English cheddar and arugula. With such an intense pork flavor and luscious texture, you won’t be asking where the beef is.

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By Grace Bascos

The egg is a classic symbol of spring, representing renewal. An unassuming yet perfect food staple, as it can be prepared any number of ways: poached, coddled and over easy, just to name a few. No matter how it’s cooked, a surefire way to make any dish better is to put an egg on it. Eggs Matsuhisa, Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace If you’ve ever wondered what eggs Benedict would be like in Japan, this is it. The classic breakfast dish is given the Nobu touch (on the room service menu), with poached eggs and roasted asparagus topped with bonito egg sauce, an Asian-influenced Hollandaise sauce, and a griddled bao (steamed bun) to replace the English muffin. The eggs get even more eggs on top—ikura, or salmon roe—for a briny punch.

Las Vegas’ Magic Chef PEnn JillET TE PuTS HiS Cooking SkillS To THE TEST So how did Penn Jillette prepare prior to competing on Food Network’s Rachael vs. Guy Celebrity Cook-Off? He spent two weeks cooking with Chef Jet Tila. “I have no skills whatsoever,” Penn admits. “Jet taught me a lot about how to cook for television. My goal was to bring a little Vegas to the food—to make it big, flashy and use a lot of butter.” Penn finished second and earned $10,000 for Opportunity Village, a nonprofit organization serving Southern Nevada residents with intellectual disabilities.

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Scotch Egg, Gordon Ramsay Steak Eggs aren’t just for breakfast—sometimes they make the best bar snacks too. The Scotch egg is a typical bar bite in the United Kingdom, but at Gordon Ramsay Steak at Paris Las Vegas, it’s something special. A wee quail egg is poached, wrapped in sausage that’s nuanced with English mustard and lemon, then bound together with bread crumbs. Cut into it, and the silky yolk runs over onto the bed of braised red cabbage. Corned Beef Hash, Bacchanal Buffet The bustling buffet at Caesars Palace goes through about 60 dozen eggs for breakfast each day, and at least some of them are the eggs that top the corned beef hash. The diner staple gets an upgrade, with hearty corned beef and shredded potato sautéed in butter until crispy. The sunny-side-up egg perches on top, adding velvety texture when mixed in with the hash.

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linQ Goes next level “No matter what time of day, there will be somethiNg to do,” explains Jon Gray, vice president and General manaGer of the new linQ development. with dozens of boutiQues, restaurants and bars, the linQ is brinGinG an urban-neiGhborhood vibe to the las veGas strip.

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1 TickeT To Ride Ready for a spin? Then set your sights on the 550-foot-tall High Roller—an experience that starts even before riders board one of the 28 glass-enclosed cabins for the 30-minute trip. Once a ticket is purchased, guests enter the wheel house lounge where they can buy a cocktail for the ride. Outfitted with eight video screens, the cabin offers a complete experience with unparalleled views. Each cabin holds up to 40 people, but the pods are also available for individual or group experiences—including private parties and weddings with an onboard bartender. To reduce wait times, tickets can be purchased for a specific time slot based on 10-minute increments.

2 Rock ‘n’ Bowl Brooklyn Bowl is the true definition of a rock ‘n’ roll club—a 32-lane bowling alley with a 2,000-person capacity music venue that will host big-name acts such as Elvis Costello & The Roots, The Avett Brothers, Jane’s Addiction, Phil Lesh, and Primus, as well as serve rockin’ comfort food from the world-renowned Bromberg brothers’ Blue Ribbon Restaurants. The 80,000-square-foot LINQ location more than triples the 600-person concert hall of the original New York hot spot. Now Brooklyn Bowl gets to shine in the Las Vegas spotlight; patrons can expect a lot of rock, a lot of funk and a lot of soul, according to owner Peter Shapiro, who says the club will feature live music four to five nights a week. For more information, visit vegas.brooklynbowl.com.

3 ABSINTHE: The QuiRky caBaReT conTinues The Gazillionaire—ringleader of surreal circus ABSINTHE—is staying in Vegas. And that means his sidekick Penny Pibbets, her foul-mouthed sock puppets and the rest of the raucous bunch are too, as producers have signed a multiyear extension to keep the burlesque, acro-cabaret variety act in town. “With all of the well-deserved attention and love, I’ve decided to extend the stay at Caesars Palace for several more years. Besides, it’ll cost me more money to have this show relocated, so I figured it would be cheaper to just stay,” deadpanned The Gazillionaire.

4 The cRomwell: an elevaTed expeRience The Strip’s first stand-alone luxury boutique hotel, The Cromwell, is taking Las Vegas to new heights. The 188 Parisian-inspired rooms and suites will have a distinct look with distressed hardwood floors, vintage trunk-style furnishings, whimsical black-and-white mosaic-tiled showers and walls dressed with alluring artwork from photographer Deborah Anderson. Action downstairs includes Giada De Laurentiis’ first-ever restaurant on the resort’s second floor, a 40,000-square-foot casino with 66 table games and the Interlude lounge. Then there is nightlife impresario Victor Drai’s crowning achievement—Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub. This indoor/outdoor nightclub has sweeping views of the Las Vegas Strip centered around a rooftop pool lined with daybeds, cabanas and VIP bungalows. The Cromwell welcomes guests beginning May 21, thecromwell.com.

5 caesaRs enTeRTainmenT and sTaRwood ResoRTs align Savvy Las Vegas travelers now have one more reason to travel the world. Caesars Entertainment and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide have linked their loyalty programs, allowing guests to earn and redeem both Total Rewards Credits and Starpoints for stays at participating hotels and resorts across both networks. That means you can now redeem Total Rewards Credits for overnights at more than 1,100 Starwood hotels and resorts across nine different brands—including St. Regis, W and Westin— in nearly 100 countries. Starpoints, in turn, can be redeemed to pay for dining, entertainment and hotel stays at Total Rewards destinations in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, New Orleans and beyond. Members can register their accounts at spg.com/caesars or totalrewards.com/spg.

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During the summer months, our skin gets exposeD. Do your part to protect it with antioxiDant-filleD treatments. Your skin is waking up and ready for rejuvenation. The cooler temperatures are long gone and it’s time for swim season. So as we start getting our bodies in shape for bikini (and shorts, tank-top and cute-summer-dress) season, we should also begin preparing our skin as well. While daily rituals are a must, it’s time to take it to the next level. Many of the top spas in Las Vegas are offering a variety of antiaging treatments and clinical approaches to skincare so you’ll look your best.

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Like so many spas these days, The Spa by Mandara— at both Paris Las Vegas and Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino—is relying on the science of phytotherapy and using the natural oils from various plants in treatments to help invigorate and stimulate the skin. One such treatment is the Elemis Aroma Spa Seaweed Massage. This detoxifying ritual infuses seaweed extracts into a heated mask containing a blend of essential oils. The mask is then applied to the entire body. Once the guest is comfortably wrapped, the mask’s active ingredients go to work to increase circulation and boost cell metabolism, while a therapist administers a relaxing scalp and foot massage. Enhance your treatment experience with an Elemis Visible Brilliance Facial. Both firming and hydrating, this facial includes a specialized micro-circulatory massage that increases circulation and stimulates collagen production, resulting in a more radiant and refreshed look. During summer, our skin is more exposed to the elements, so you need to do your part to protect it with antioxidantfilled treatments that heal and protect. This isn’t just an indulgence, but also for wellness: Wasn’t that one of your resolutions for 2014?

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Elemis Sp@Home Frangipani Monoi Salt Glow elemis.com The best spas in Las Vegas bring nature into the blissful treatments they offer, using organic ingredients and soothing modalities to relax, heal and pamper guests.

THE SPA BY MANDARA @ PARIS LAS VEGAS (702) 946-3332

This exotic spa combines Asian touches with ancient rituals that use the healing power of flowers and plants.

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Bliss Blood Orange + White Pepper Sugar Scrub blissworld.com

Feel like a star and transform your mind and body at this oasis in the desert.

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Good Times

by Shep Morgan

Filming in las Vegas, the Cast oF Think Like a Man Too made the strip their playground

Meagan Good did her share of heating up Las Vegas while filming Think Like a Man Too, the sequel to the hit comedy based on Steve Harvey’s runaway bestselling book, Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man. “I had a really good time,” says the actress, who was last seen going for laughs opposite Will Ferrell in Anchorman 2. “ At first, I was a little nervous because there’s so much energy that only Vegas can give. I was like, ‘Am I going to get any sleep here?’ This city is so full of life and so stunningly beautiful at night. You feel a sense of freedom and reckless abandonment. I wasn’t too wild and crazy though. That’s what my twenties were for.” Good, however, did have plenty of fun with costars Gabrielle Union, Regina Hall, Kevin Hart and Michael Ealy. She even posted Instagram photos of her kicking back with her gal pals in teeny-weeny bikinis at Caesars Palace. “All of us were just being silly. After filming, we went to the pool and just hung out and did girl stuff.” The sequel brings the cast to Las Vegas for a wedding, “but you’ll have to see [the movie] to find out who walks down the aisle,” teases Good. Plans for the romantic weekend, however, go awry when their misadventures get them into some compromising situations, which threaten to derail the big event.

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“The film does ask the question, ‘Can relationships survive in Vegas?’” Good says with a laugh. She adds that the sequel “is not so much about getting the guy; it’s about what it takes to keep him.” Good’s previous trip to the Strip was just before her own marriage to DeVon Franklin, two years ago. “I had my bachelorette party performing with the Pussycat Dolls,” she explains, “and I did a pole dance. It was just something I always wanted to try.” And Good is sure of one thing: She hasn’t made her last trip to Vegas. “It has a way of drawing you back,” she says. “There’s something here for everyone.”

The storyline of Think Like a Man Too had the cast in Las Vegas for a wedding. And from the looks of it, they had the run of the town. The cast filmed scenes in the casino and nightclub at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino (above), as well the hotel lobby, swimming pools, valet and Anthology Suites and Villas at Caesars Palace, and in the casino of Paris Las Vegas.

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Taste. Shop. Wander. Explore the Stripâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ultimate meeting place. THELINQ.COM

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antholo gy las Vegas s u ites & Villas

For the first time ever, guests can book opulent villas and celebratory suites that were previously only available to high-level casino guests.

Sweet SuiteS

Now you don’t have to be a high roller to vacation stay like one. You will, however, still need a sizable bank account if planning to splurge on one of Caesars Entertainment’s top villas, which can run upwards of $30,000 a night. For the first time in the company’s history, Caesars Entertainment is opening up its most exclusive suites and villas to everyone—making an inventory of nearly 2,000 luxury suites in Las Vegas available for online booking through its Anthology Las Vegas Suites & Villas collection. This includes the three-bedroom Marcus Aurelius Villa, which spans nearly 10,000 square feet and has a private elevator, exotic-fish tank, grand piano, double -sided fireplace and a media room with theater-style seating.

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Palazzo Suites, Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

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RetRo tools Meet CulinaRy Cool

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DINING

Kitchen classics

Chefs and home cooks everywhere tend to salivate over shiny new kitchen items. But when it comes to the basics—mashing, juicing, grinding, tenderizing—it’s also helpful to look to the past. Decades ago, these culinary tools were made of heavier, sturdier metals, which years later are still capable of getting the job done. With all of the technological advances in the kitchen, however, there’s certainly every reason for both professional and lay gastronomes to keep up with trends. While chefs at some of the finest restaurants in Las Vegas, such as Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro, Nobu Caesars Palace, Rao’s and Old Homestead Steakhouse, may have moved on to more modern tools, we’re taking a nostalgic look back at those retro potato mashers, meat grinders and juicers to see how the kitchen gadgets of yesteryear would have been used to create today’s dishes.

Payard Patisserie & Bistro

BRaised shoRt RiBs

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R i B e y e “ lo l ly p o p ”

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S h o w bi z

R einv enting Donn ARDen’s Jubilee!

When director/choreographer Frank Gatson Jr. agreed to bring a bold, fresh twist to a production that’s stood the test of time—32 years and counting—he knew it would be a challenge. But just days into the job, he was reminded to what extent. “I got a great letter from a fan that read, ‘Don’t you mess this up? It’s one of the only true classics left, Mr. Gatson,’ ” he says with a laugh as he sits just steps away from the Jubilee! stage inside Bally’s Las Vegas.

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Harmonizing (and Humanizing) Jubilee!

“I think a lot of the creative people have come through [Las Vegas] to get the check. I’m not coming to get the check. I’m coming to modernize Donn Arden’s masterpiece.” Gatson is no slouch himself. He’s been by Beyoncé’s side for 15 years, guiding her career and developing her iconic dance moves (like the hand gesture from “Single Ladies”). He was nominated for a Grammy for codirecting Beyoncé’s “I am… World Tour”; won a record six MTV Video Music Awards for best choreography; has directed commercials; collaborated on films; and worked with Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Rihanna and Usher. “I want to make Jubilee! a person. She’s on every billboard. She represents Las Vegas. I’m going to make her a person, and we’re going to tell her story. The show just needs to be adapted to feel more like today. As time progresses, dancers improve— we need to take advantage of that.” —Frank Gatson Jr. Gatson’s goal is to preserve the show’s main elements. That means the “dream wardrobe” and most of the iconic sets will stay. He’s tinkering with the music, choreography and visuals. “I’ve been brought here to shake it up,” he explains. “This is like a house. The structure is here.”

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Get in step with Jubilee! at BaLLY’s Las VeGas

Gatson says Jubilee! just needs to enter the digital age. “Technology has brainwashed us. People are seeing things now and they expect more. We need to remix the visuals and rearrange some of the music to have a more energized vibe,” he explains, citing Will.i.am’s song “Bang Bang” from The Great Gatsby as a great way to marry generations of music. “[‘Bang Bang’] feels like you stepped out of the twenties, but it’s today’s music. That was so clever. I want to find something that feels like that for the finale.”

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Tea for Two

Little Miss Manners' Guide to a Fashionable & Proper English Tea D e l i g h t f u l D e l i c ac i e s p r e pa r e D by e x e c u t i v e pa s t r y c h e f c a r lo s s a l a z a r , c a e s a r s pa l ac e b a k e s h o p p h oto g r a p h e D o n lo c at i o n i n t h e c l e o pat r a v i l l a at c a e s a r s pa l ac e

On Deena:

Featured Desserts: Chocolate-raspberry, blueberry- espresso and seasonal fruit tarts; almond fanciers; apple cornets; assorted French macaroons; chocolate-covered strawberries and strawberry cupcakes; crumpets; biscotti; hazelnut apricot tea cookies; and cinnamon raisin scones.

Waterfront dress ($398); Nanette Lepore/Crystals at CityCenter. Blue and white floral lace top ($65); Oasis/oasis.andotherbrands.com. Omari pearl collar ($110); Ted Baker London/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Crystal headband ($275); Tarina Tarantino/tarinatarantino.com.

Beaut y:

The Lip Gloss in Lilium ($30); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Magic Liquid Powder ($39.50); Prescriptives/ prescriptives.com.

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PhotograPhs by JErry MEtEllus FashIoN DIrECtor/stylIst: ChrIstIE MoEllEr haIr/MakEuP: krystlE raNDall & stEPhaNIE aquIlar stylIstâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assIstaNt: sarah aNN MIllEr MoDEls: kIM & DEENa/bEst agENCy F LO W E R S : P r o v i d e d by r i o Pav i l i o n F lo r i s t, r i o a l l - s u i t e H ot e l & C a s i n o / r i o Pav i l i o n F lo r i s t. Co m D I S H WA R E : i n s i d e o u t H e a r t s d e s s e r t s e t ( $59.99 ) a n d s o l i d s t e a s e t ( $69.99 ) ; ye d i H o u s e wa r e / ye d i H o u s e wa r e. Co m

On Kim:

Beach Breeze dress ($448); Nanette Lepore/Crystals at CityCenter. Eleanor silk blouse ($198); Joie/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Cadeau hair bow ($25) and Sparklicity gold headband ($120); Tarina Tarantino/ tarinatarantino.com.

Beaut y:

Super Line Preventor Xtreme ($80); Prescriptives/ prescriptives.com.

Tune in to Vegas Player Television for a behind-the-scenes look at this fashion session.

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Beaded Deep Folds dress ($525); Ted Baker London/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Lydia headband ($75) and Kiss Me headband ($205); Tarina Tarantino/ tarinatarantino.com. Picnic Pearls seven row nested necklace ($125); Carolee/ Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Fashion Show. Pale pink leather clutch ($615); Paul Smith/ Crystals at CityCenter.

Beaut y:

The Eyeshadow Single in Light Bone ($30), The Expert Lip Color in Micavel ($30); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Vibrant-C brightening cream moisturizer ($50); Prescriptives/ prescriptives.com.

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ON KIM: Black Label blue dress ($705); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter. Glitterati classic headband ($12); Ban.do/shopbando.com. Picnic Pearls four row necklace ($95); Carolee/ Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Fashion Show. Paris Apartment ring ($120); Tarina Tarantino/tarinatarantino.com. beaut y: The Eyeshadow Single in Taupey Grey ($30) and The Matte Lip Color in For Keeps ($33); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

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Be Sure To Take Small Bites On Deena: Sweet Pea full-skirt dress ($995); Red Valentino/ Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Stretch bracelet with metal detail ($65) and large pearl-drop earrings ($50); Carolee/ Macyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Fashion Show. Layered velvet rose stretch headband ($30); Tarina Tarantino/tarinatarantino.com. Beaut y: The Lip Gloss in Vesuvian ($30) and The Essential Eyeshadow Set ($58); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

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On Kim:

Churchill Downs scene dress ($198); Vineyard Vines/ vineyardvines.com. Sierra Madre bracelet ($30), Pasadena bracelet ($38) and I Love Polka Dots hair bow ($30); Tarina Tarantino/tarinatarantino.com.

Beaut y: The Pure Powder Glow in Myracle Hot Pink ($37) and The Celestial Skin Liquid Lightening in Candlelight ($52); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

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On Deena:

Fila lace-overlay party dress ($597); Alice + Olivia/ Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Palmita rose heel ($345); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Always Maintain Proper Posture When at the Table

On Deena:

Winter Rose tailored dress ($115); Oasis/oasis. andotherbrands. com. Clover necklace ($495); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter. Classic velvet anywhere clip ($40); Tarina Tarantino/ tarinatarantino.com.

Beaut y : The Pure Powder Glow in Myracle Hot Pink ($37); Kevyn Aucoin/ Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show. Colorscope lip color in Posh Nude ($19.50) and Super Line Preventor Xtreme ($80); Prescriptives/ prescriptives.com.

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Pinkies Up!

ON DEENA: Carolina Glamour collar ($1,900) and Pierick blouse ($185); Anne Fontaine/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Renaissance Rose print skirt ($72); Oasis/oasis.andotherbrands.com. Crystal Crush Bobbi pin set ($25) and Glitter Bobbi pin set ($15); Ban.do/shopbando.com. BEAUT Y: The Celestial Skin Liquid Lightening in Candlelight ($52), The Eyeshadow Single in Taupey Grey ($30) and The Pure Powder Glow in Shadore ($37); Kevyn Aucoin/Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

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G ems an d J u st desserts

Life Is Sweet D ecadent Pastr ies, Luxe J e we ls & G o rgeo us G ems S weeten th e S e a s o n Whether it's a birthday party, bridal shower or Mother's Day brunch, when hosting a sophisticated springtime event in Las Vegas, make sure that stunning gemstones, fabulous jewelry and Caesars Entertainment's fine French pastries are at the top of your guest list. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Jewelry: Moonlight ring ($3,200) and necklace ($25,900) in 18-karat yellow gold with assorted gemstones; H.Stern/Crystals at CityCenter.

Dishware: Solid pink teapot ($19.99); Yedi Houseware/ yedihouseware.com.

Pistachio, vanilla & strawberry French macaroons For more details on the jewelry seen on these pages, tune in to Vegas Player Television.

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Lemon-glazed & strawberry-glazed sugar cookies

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Cassis, strawberry, pistachio, lemon & vanilla French macaroons

Jewelry: Elsa Peretti Open Heart pendant in 18-karat gold ($595); Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co./ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Jewelry: Ambrosia interchangeable sterlingsilver heart enhancer in 18-karat gold with white sapphires and canary crystal ($850) on a multi-stone necklace with amethyst, pink, peridot and canary crystal, and mother-of-pearl doublet ($475); Judith Ripka/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Jewelry:

Strawberry & mango-passionfruit bonbons

Cushion on Point ring with morganite and diamonds in sterling silver ($1,850), Albion ring with morganite and diamonds in sterling silver and 18-karat rose gold ($5,150), Albion ring with rose quartz and diamonds in 18-karat gold ($7,100) and Mosiac cuff with faceted peach, grey and chocolate moonstones, cinnamon and olive quartz, green tourmaline and diamonds in 18-karat gold ($12,000); David Yurman/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Chocolate cupcake with cream cheese icing & fondant flowers

Jewelry: Blue-diamond ring with .95-carat of near colorless white diamonds and a 1.25-carat princess-cut blue diamond set in 14-karat white gold (price upon request) and Blue-diamond pendant with .32-carat of near colorless princess-cut white diamonds, .57-carat of round brilliant white diamonds and .52-carat of princess-cut blue diamonds set in 14-karat white gold (price upon request); Sophia Fiori/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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L AV I S H AD O R N M EN T S

Jewelry: Sterling-silver earrings with white sapphires, amethyst, pink and peridot crystal, champagne quartz and pink corundum gemstones ($1,100); Judith Ripka/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Chocolate-glazed sugar cookie with vanilla drizzle & raspberrylemon tartlet Jewelry: Magic Alhambra necklace featuring carnelian and tigerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye gemstones set in 18-karat yellow gold ($24,500); Van Cleef & Arpels/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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From the fashion runways of Milan to the osterias of Campo de’ Fiori, no one does love—whether for food, fashion or matters of the heart— like the Italians. Through cuisine and fashion, we take a glimpse at Italy ’s soul and get to the ver y heart of Italian culture. Here, Vegas Player is ser ving up a selection of the finest Italian eateries paired with styles from the hottest Italian designers—a surefire way to create the perfect evening surrounded by friends, fashion and fine food.

Food, Clothing and Romance Are at the Heart of Italian Culture Restaurant:

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Rao’s Caesars PalaCe (702) 731-7267

il mUlino new YoRk The Forum shoPs aT Caesars (702) 492-6000

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Uncle Vincent ’s lemon chicken Veal chop

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linGUine with clam saUce chicken contadina

GUcci

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Fendi

Signature Dishes: Designer:

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Fashion:

Smoky amethyst liquid lamé longsleeve dress ($3,200), black silk georgette satin mesh bra ($595), high-heel platform open-toe bootie ($995), bangle bracelets in Pink Aubergine ($550-$630); Gucci/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

Lace gown ($20,000); Valentino/Crystals at CityCenter.

Multilayer organza dress ($3,650); Fendi/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

Opposite Page: Classic silk-cady jumpsuit with three-quarter kimono sleeves in Bright Cyclamen ($2,650) and black silk georgette satin mesh bra ($595); Gucci/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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For the season’s hot trends, swimwear designers went in search of an identity. Showcasing an array of prints, silhouettes, graphics, textiles and detailing, designs are defined by instinctual drives. So this summer, be who you want to be. Whether your pool alter ego is to be a golden glam goddess; an ultra-sexy, itsy-bitsy bikini babe; a Bohemian free spirit; an eco-warrior; or a luxe Amazon princess—there are suits to fit your every mood. Swim 2014 is all about exposing your true self.

“Gold has made its way back in as a hot trend in swimwear— in what I call the Golden Goddess Glam look. Gold itself is classic. In my Syrup designs, when used with fine modern textiles and trim, it has a shimmering, head-turning opulence like never before!” —Aaron Fust, Owner/Designer, Syrup Swimwear

“With swimwear, size does matter; but bigger (or more coverage) is not always better. Choose your best assets and show them off. For example, if you have great legs, any style with a skinny side tie will elongate your legs even more.” —Stacy Josloff, CEO, Inca

Golden Glam Goddess

Triangle top ($90) and mid-coverage bottoms ($86) in Luxe Metallic Gold; Syrup Swimwear/The Garden of the Gods, Caesars Palace.

The Eco-Warrior

Bikinis made from 82 percent recycled materials. Tie-back bra top ($88) and cheeky-tie side bottom ($88); Greenlee Swim/Molly Brown’s, mollybrownsswimwear.com.

Itsy-Bitsy Bikini

Saigon black-embossed snakeskin string bikini ($190); Inca/ theincacollection.com.

Bohemian Free Spirit

Tribal-print triangle top ($120) and bottom ($130); Beach Bunny Swimwear/beachbunnyswimwear.com.

Amazon Princess

Monokini ($159); Red Carter Swimwear/shopbop.com.

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Featuring Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Macy’s, Macy’s Men’s Store, Dillard’s, Forever 21, Topshop Topman and over 200 stores and eateries, including our newest arrivals Calvin Klein Performance, Henri Bendel, Robert Graham and The Disney Store.

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BCBGMAXAZRIA Shadia textured jacquard sweater coat ($298); BCBGMAXAZRIA/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

DKNY Hara ankle-strap wedge ($225); DKNY/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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BURBERRY

Kale dress ($345) and Morgan shoes ($325); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

Grey suit ($1,995); John Varvatos/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

Burberry Prorsum twist detail sweater ($995), laser-cut lace pencil skirt ($1,595), translucent vinyl sandals ($650), petal handbag with flowers ($1,495); Burberry/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

THOMAS PINK Harrogate flower tie ($135); Thomas Pink/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

TORY BURCH Elise small-dome satchel in Clay Beige ($425); Tory Burch/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

BAKERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DOZEN On-the-radar browns, beiges and nudes

KATE SPADE

Nappa Lilioa heel in cream ($328); Kate Spade/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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LONGCHAMP Enjoy bag ($590); Longchamp/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Brunello CuCinelli Hand-painted fedora ($790); Brunello Cucinelli/Crystals at CityCenter.

DKny Zip-front anorak ($895); Donna Karan/Crystals at CityCenter.

naneT Te lePore Daffodil dress ($495) and Hot Lover heel ($328); Nanette Lepore/Crystals at CityCenter.

Paul SMiTh Leather hold-all bag ($1,850); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter.

GET YOUR GREENS Your friends will be green with envy

BulGari Serpenti bag ($2,850); Bulgari/Crystals at CityCenter.

Tiffany & Co. Sparklers green-quartz cocktail ring in sterling silver ($975); Tiffany & Co./ Crystals at CityCenter.

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Our Waterfall Collection comes in several styles and sizes and is available in 14K Yellow, White or Rose Gold

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SwARovSkI Swarovski by Shourouk ruthenium-plated earrings ($180); Swarovski/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

ToMMy BAHAMA Clockwise from top: Montego floral enamel bracelet ($42), Openwork Plumeria floral bangle in gold and silver ($34), Painted Hibiscus bracelet ($78) and Hibiscus bracelet in blue and white ($78); Tommy Bahama/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

wHITE HoUSE | BlACk MARkET Mixed flower statement necklace ($120) and neutral platform heel ($125); White House | Black Market/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Enamel collar necklace ($38); BCBGMAXAZRIA/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

BEBE Coated link watch ($59); bebe/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Aldo Men’s rubberized Aviator sunglasses ($12); Aldo/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

ClUB TAT Too

Black 31 tiger-head ring in sterling silver ($374); Club Tattoo/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

SIDE DISHES Eye-catching accessories

CHInESE lAUndRy

Jump Drive shoe in Cognac ($99.95); Chinese Laundry/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

GUESS Bracelet ($28); Guess/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

FREnCH ConnECTIon

SolSTICE SUnGlASS BoUTIqUE

Unice shoe in snake ($130); French Connection/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Gucci sunglasses (price upon request); Solstice Sunglass Boutique/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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LeVian Chocolatier©, Chocolate Diamonds© and Vanilla Diamonds© ring in 14-karat honey gold (price upon request); Kay Jewelers/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

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BOT TEga VENETa ENET a ENETa Metallic snake wallet clutch bag ($1,750); Bottega Veneta/ Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show.

MIcHaEl kORS Leather wrap padlock bracelet ($125); Michael Kors/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

THE BODY SHOP Chocomania body butter ($20); The Body Shop/ Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Jack + M MUllIgaN Dylan Dopp kit ($70); Jack + Mulligan/ jackandmulligan.com.

UNITED NUDE Lo Res pump in burgundy ($185); United Nude/solestruck.com.

SEPHORa Sephora Collection glitter eyeliner and mascara in Chocolate Brown ($14); Sephora/Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino and The Forum Shops at Caesars.

TaRINa TaRaNTINO

Electric Heart bracelet ($200); Tarina Tarantino/tarinatarantino.com.

H.STERN Spring earrings in 18-karat yellow gold with tourmalines ($7,300); H.Stern/ Crystals at CityCenter.

CHOCOLATE FACTORY Stylish accessories that make all the difference

BallY Pretor shoe in Dark Chocolate ($725); Bally/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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HALstOn HeRItAge V-neck Jersey gown in navy with twist detail ($475); Halston Heritage/halston.com.

M ReD VALentInO

Mini dress ($695), short ($295) and shoes ($450); Red Valentino/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

L.K.Bennet t

Lasa poppy print dress ($425), Morgan Saffiano patent-leather block heel sandal ($325), Maddie small leather grab bag ($495); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars.

MAIN COURSE

Foundation wardrobe pieces

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Lights, Camera, aCtion! t tion!

Giada de Laurentiis may not have followed in the footsteps of her famous film family, but the star chef still found her way onto television and into the hearts of loyal fans. now, Giada is settinG a new course and openinG her very first restaurant here in las veGas.

when i first meet Giada de laurentiis, she’s in the kitchen casually rolling meatballs— though not the monstrous kind all slathered in sauce that some restaurants prize. these are compact, bite-size morsels. smaller and more delicate—just like all of the dishes on the menu of her first restaurant, opening later this spring at the cromwell in las vegas. “i want to create something more sensual. i want something more feminine,” she explains. “we were working on the menu and doing these meatballs, and they presented me with these four large meatballs in tomato sauce. Kind of messy. i said, ‘they’re delicious; they look beautiful; but why does that belong in my restaurant?’ that belongs in any italian restaurant anywhere in the country. that does not say Giada. for every dish we serve, people need to be able to look at it and say, that’s a Giada dish—you can only get it at her restaurant.” so in true Giada style, she decided to downscale the meatballs and purée the sauce “so it’s not so chunky or hearty, but more delicate,

more feminine,” she says. but she didn’t stop there. “i decided to add orzo inside of the meatball so when someone cracks into it there is a little bit of pasta. it’s the subtle things that make it unique in its own way; something that nobody else is doing.” Giada then pauses for a second, smiles and adds, “i’m not saying i’m reinventing the italian wheel. there are some really great restaurants here in las vegas, but they don’t have my touch. my touch is different.” her reach extends beyond the kitchen. in fact, she admits to being “a perfectionist, sometimes to a fault.” she even had several sets of chairs delivered to her house and asked her family members to sit in them to determine if they were comfortable and restaurant worthy. ““it was like musical chairs,” she laughs. ““when you start from ground zero, your hands are in everything. i believe i need to be a part of every move— at least i try to be. i’m not one of those chefs who will just walk into the restaurant the week before it opens. i’m going to be there every step of the way.”

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Giada admits her hands-on approach may be a result of working at spago with wolfgang puck after finishing culinary school. “more than advice from wolfgang, i watched wolfgang,” she says. “i watched how he treated his staff. i watched how he tasted his food, how he was a part of every single thing that he did. he was his own brand manager, and i find that is crucial. you need to have a say in everything you put your name on.” with deep roots in los angeles, where she still lives with her husband, todd thompson, and their six-year-old daughter, Jade, the question has to be asked, why open your first restaurant in las vegas? “the location was number one. i was getting to build a restaurant from scratch on one of the most famous intersections in the world. i would have been a dummy to pass it up,” she says, noting, “vegas is so much a part of my family. with my family in the movie business, it’s always been beautiful adventures—lights, camera, action. and there is no place on earth that has more lights, camera, action than las vegas.”

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“I tried [show business] for a short time. Everybody in my family has to try it. I just never found my place. The place I felt the best was in the kitchen.”

“i involve my daughter in the kitchen. i make her a part of what she’s eating,” giada says of her six-year-old daughter, Jade, pictured above with her and husband, todd thompson. above right: on the set of her Food network show, Giada at home.

Food over Film odds were pretty good you’d end up in hollywood, if you were born into the de laurentiis family. Giada’s grandfather, dino de laurentiis, was an academy award®-winning producer. her mother, veronica, an actress, and numerous other family members work in various roles within the industry to this day. however, Giada took a different path. “i tried [show business] for a short time. everybody in my family has to try it,” she says. “i just never found my place. the place i felt the best was in the kitchen.” we can thank her grandfather for that as well. it was his italian gourmet shop in los angeles, ddl foodshow, where 12-year-old Giada felt the most comfortable—among the pizzaiolos and bread makers from naples. “i would go there after school and i would watch people’s faces in amazement as they smiled when they walked through the doors,” she recalls with a grin.

“i just fell in love with the concept— the food, the aromas. Just the way it made people happy. that ‘wow’ factor. i thought to myself, ‘i want to do that.’ ” convinced she wanted to become a pastry chef, Giada set off to study in paris at the esteemed le cordon bleu. once in france, she found herself away from her family for the first time in her life. “i was terrified and petrified,” she admits. “i lived in a bubble my whole life, and all of a sudden, i was placed in a foreign land where i didn’t speak the language and didn’t know anybody. when i got there, i thought, ‘i don’t want to do this anymore.’ i went four or five months begging my mother, ‘i want to come home; i to want quit. i don’t want to stay here.’ but my mom said, ‘no, once you make a decision in life, you have to stick with it.’ she was like, you’ll never forgive yourself. she was right. i stuck it out. i was miserable for some time, but i eased into it.”

following stints working at the ritzcarlton, spago and as a personal chef for director ron howard, Giada started styling food for magazine photography sessions, including Food & Wine, martha stewart Living and Bon appétit. soon thereafter, the food network came calling. “i ran, but i couldn’t hide,” she laughs of finding her place in hollywood. “it came full circle, but i didn’t mean for it to. i guess the camera found me, regardless. i truly believe i got to where i am today with a lot of hard work. but it was also timing: stars aligned, and sometimes in life that’s what it takes. this was different than acting. i can be myself. i’m not sure i’m good at playing somebody else.” v i va l a s v e g a s ! when you walk into her namesake restaurant, Giada, it will feel like home— Giada’s home, that is. “i want something that is inviting and warm. i want it to

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Food Network’s long-running competition series, Food Network Star, returns for a tenth season this summer with fresh talent, intense challenges, and culinary icons Bobby Flay, Giada De Laurentiis and Alton Brown leading the charge to discover the best new faces in food television. Premiering June 1 at 9 p.m., the season kicks off with 12 contestants auditioning to find out who has the personality, on-camera charisma and kitchen chops to helm his or her own show.

feel like you’re coming over to a dinner party at my house.” the alfresco dining area, she says, will have italian tile floors and marble table tops, while a more formal section will feature tables draped with white tablecloths. in a nod to italy, retractable windows will open to allow for fresh air to flow in, while pops of color will punctuate the room. “i want it to be like a big hug walking in.” as for the food, Giada says she’ll have special vegan and gluten-free offerings to ensure everyone has choices. “i think for a long time people felt guilty for having dietary restrictions,” she says. “i think we can make some really great food and can create a menu for people with dietary needs. everyone should be able to enjoy great food. it shouldn’t be an afterthought.” the rest of the menu follows Giada’s own food philosophy. “i eat a little bit of everything and not a lot of anything,”

she explains of the family-style menu. “i’m trying to teach people that concept. they can taste everything, but they’re never going to feel extremely full. that’s truly how italians eat. we don’t all get our own plate of pasta. we share. we nibble and taste everything. i want people to experience the menu by sharing a series of small plates.” so what’s next for the emmy-winning, bestselling author and now restaurateur? “that’s a very good question. i’d like to make more food programming. not demo-style cooking shows like mine but maybe a scripted food-related comedy or movie.” she continues, “i would like to produce and do that type of stuff a bit more, and build my businesses where i don’t have to be in front of the camera 24/7. i’m looking to break ground and do a few new interesting things in the future.” it seems as though, instead of escaping hollywood, Giada has dug in.

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giada De Laurentiis shares her secrets for eating right in her latest cookbook, Giada’s feel Good food. a guide to healthy living, the book contains 120 recipes along with personal beauty tips and exercise routines.

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Thirsty for more? Vegas Player Television takes you behind the bar at Fizz Las Vegas and Restaurant Guy Savoy to talk champagne cocktails and cognac.

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C h a m pa g n e FIZZ Las Vegas C a e s a r s pa l a C e The artwork alone—the personal collection of Elton John and his partner, David Furnish—is reason enough to visit. But when you factor in that this high-class joint’s fine, top-tier champagnes and carefully curated spirits, it’s not to be missed. With 28 different champagnes (15 by the glass), beverage director Ken Hall says FIZZ is offering “sophisticated nightlife” in a cool lounge setting. Looking for something beyond Moët & Chandon Impérial? Just tell Hall what flavors you favor, and he’ll “shoot from the hip” and create something specific to fit your taste. “I have quite a rolodex in my head,” he says. His signature drinks at FIZZ include the Hercules—a peanut-butter and jelly cocktail—that he promises will “take you back to your childhood,” and the Fizz Noir, a “balanced cocktail with a nice cherry flavor” along with a float of brut to add sparkle.

Beer g o r d o n r a m s ay P u b & g r I L L C a e s a r s pa l a C e An English-style pub, steps away from the sports book, is an ideal place to grab a pint. And the beer selection here is one of the tops in town. Add some British pub food and a sporting event on “the tele,” and you’re on your way to a winning night. Pub & Grill serves 24 beers on tap plus another 63 in bottles. Ask Gordon Ramsay what his favorite pint is, and he’ll tell you it’s Innis & Gunn, brewed in Edinburgh, Scotland. He’s even got a pairing for you. “I like my Innis & Gunn with duck confit poutine or braised pork belly,” the chef says.

If you’re thinking the bespoke cocktail movement is confusing, you’re not alone. Remember when “What do you want to drink?” was a straightforward question? Well, those days are long gone. With the meteoric rise of mixologists, the cocktail world has become muddled (along with blueberries and kiwi) as barkeeps concoct drinks with everything from peanut butter to cotton candy. But here we get back to basics and focus on five classic spirits and the top places to find them.

Wine T h e W I n e C e L L a r a n d Ta s T I n g r o o m rio all-suite hotel & Casino We’re letting you in on a secret. One of the most talkedabout (yet clandestine) wine bars and retail shops in Las Vegas is tucked away in the basement of Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. This place has a stellar cellar. Home to one of the most impressive public wine collections in the world, The Wine Cellar has more than 10,000 bottles and “cult wines” in stock, including extremely rare museum pieces like a bottle of 1800 Madeira from Thomas Jefferson’s cellar, and bottles of 1947 Chateau Dereszla Tokaji Aszú Essencia from Hungary, and 1920 Vieil Armagnac Sempé from France. And they’re all for sale. But don’t worry if you didn’t hit that Megabucks jackpot: They have a great selection of affordable wines starting at $20 plus a tasting room—with flights and artisan cheese pairings—for the curious.

tequila C h ay o m e x I C a n K I T C h e n + T e q u I L a b a r the linq Tequila gets a bad rap. Depending on your view, this elixir can be considered the devil of drinks or the agave angel. But a fine, sipping tequila is comparable to an elite cognac. And that’s what we’re talking about here. Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar has more than 50 top-notch tequila selections of all varieties (blanco, resposado, añejo, extra añejo and mescal) on its menu, along with an array of spirited cocktails for those who like their tequila with training wheels—mixed and a little sweeter. Two of Chayo’s signature cocktails are The Don Margarita, a classic margarita made with Don Julio Silver Tequila, and the Puncho Villa, comprised of Tanteo jalapeño tequila, fresh lime and watermelon juice, muddled cucumber and fresh mint.

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CognaC R e s tau R a n t G u y s av oy C a e s a r s Pa l a C e The Cognac Lounge here offers the opportunity to taste history. The master-crafted menu features 34 elite, and rare, cognacs—many of which can only be found at Restaurant Guy Savoy. Exclusive bottles include Hennessy Ellipse—a historic blend of the Hennessy house’s best vintages over the course of seven generations—and Perfection by Hardy, the world’s oldest unblended cognac vintage which was derived entirely from French Colombard grapes and aged 140 years. For a more feminine- or elegant-style cognac, try Rémy Martin or Leopold Gourmel. “Cognac is a fine accompaniment to Chef Savoy’s upscale, French cuisine, and a nice way to end a great meal,” says sommelier Phil Park, adding that the cognac menu also contains many vintages at approachable prices for beginners.

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From Taylor Hicks’ Southern drawl and easygoing demeanor, you can tell he likes his food with as much soul as his singing. So much so that he even co-owns an acclaimed barbecue restaurant in Alabama, SAW’s Juke Joint, where he still performs from time to time. “Food is one of my passions,” Hicks says. “And being from Alabama, you have three passions: music, football and food.” When Hicks is in town for his resident show at Paris Las Vegas, he takes full advantage of the Sin City dining scene. “I think it’s amazing: You can get whatever your heart desires and its great-quality food,” he remarks. “Everybody in the world comes here to enjoy the nightlife and the shows, but also the food. I like to visit all the steak houses, and I’ll check out some Thai restaurants; but I also enjoy the off-the-beaten path stuff—the whiskey attics.” True to his Southern roots, he does enjoy a good cut of meat, ranking Gordon Ramsay Steak at Paris Las Vegas among his favorite steak houses—and not just for what is presented on the rolling meat cart. “The Kobe Rib cap is always fun,” Hicks admits. “But the beef Wellington is one of Ramsay’s specialties. You don’t get beef Wellington too often, and [here] it’s done the right way.” But it’s not all steaks and beef Wellingtons for Hicks, as he does like to occasionally get down with some soulful, street-style tacos from Mexican taqueria, Tacos el Gordo, a walk-up window located on Las Vegas Boulevard. “That’s the best late-night food there is,” Hicks laughs. “You can tell I’ve lived here for eighteen months.”

Singer and restaurant owner Taylor Hicks knows a great steak. Here he’s photographed at Gordon Ramsay Steak in Paris Las Vegas—home of one of his favorites, Ramsay’s beef Wellington.

Fast Fact:

Taylor Hicks plays a Hohner harmonica.

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2 Michigan State grad Ryan Riess outlasted a field of 6,352 players to win the 2013 World Series of Poker Main Event. The 23-year-old won $8,361,570.

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3 American country singer LeAnn Rimes was pampered by a stylist at COLOR: A Salon by Michael Boychuck prior to the American Country Awards in Las Vegas.

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Holly Madison made a special appearance with the cast of Million Dollar Quartet at Harrah’s Las Vegas to sing “The Lady Loves Me” from the film Viva Las Vegas.

No. 5 Life Is Beautiful Festival founder Rehan Choudhry with chefs Aarón Sanchez, Scott Conant and François Payard at the music festival kick-off event.

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6 Grammy Award-winning recording artist Bruno Mars met with Jersey Boys cast members after taking in a recent show at Paris Las Vegas.

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No. 7 Actor James Franco was snapped backstage with ABSINTHE hosts The Gazillionaire and Penny Pibbets following a show. No. 8 Bally’s headliner Véronic DiCaire and fellow Canadian Shania Twain met backstage in Twain’s dressing room, where the two entertainers bonded and shared stories about Las Vegas.

9 Donny and Marie Osmond pose for a photo with with fellow Flamingo headliner Olivia Newton-John.

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No. 11 Flo Rida attracted a huge late-night crowd while filming his music video, â&#x20AC;&#x153;How I Feel,â&#x20AC;? at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. He wrapped shooting just after midnight.

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RESTAURANTS

AMERICAN All-AmericAn BAr & Grille Enjoy “Rio Dry Aged” Angus steaks, plus salads, sandwiches and seafood in a contemporary atmosphere with fireplaces, waterfalls and a sports bar with plasma TVs. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7767. BeTTY’S Diner A relaxed cyber café with value-priced specialty coffees, baked goods, sandwiches and soups. Also serves ice cream, shakes, malts and sundaes. The Quad Resort & Casino, (702) 731-3311. BK WHOPPer® BAr The first location on the West Coast, it offers guests the opportunity to build their own burger, with a choice of more than 30 different toppings, and the option to enjoy it with an ice-cold beer. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7777.

GOrDOn rAmSAY BUrGr Traditional burgers, fries and milkshakes are taken to the next level with selections like pork belly bao buns, sweet potato fries with vanilla powdered sugar, and pudding shakes. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-5555. GOrDOn rAmSAY PUB & Grill With more than 80 beers and a menu consisting of bangers and mash, fish and chips, and roasted chicken, this is a true British pub. Caesars Palace, (877) 346-4642. GUY Fieri VeGAS KiTcHen & BAr Food Network star Guy Fieri brings his Flavortown favorites to the Las Vegas Strip with a menu featuring classic American dishes. The Quad Resort & Casino. HASH HOUSe A GO GO Famous for its creative “twisted farm food” menu offerings and jumbo portions, this restaurant serves filling meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Quad Resort & Casino, (702) 254-4646, and Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-2761.

BUrGer BrASSerie A French interpretation of an American classic: a lively meat-andpotatoes sports grill featuring gourmet burgers, from classic beef to chicken, salmon, lamb and veggie creations. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-4346.

HAUTe DOGGerY Go gourmet. These highquality Sahlen hot dogs are served with posh toppings such as smoked bacon, aged goat cheddar cheese and garlic chive aioli. The LINQ.

cAFÉ AT HArrAH’S This casual café serves American comfort food for breakfast, lunch and to satisfy those late-night munchies. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 369-5000.

ice PAn Ice cream lovers can finally enjoy a healthful, all-natural ice cream with no chemicals, preservatives, artificial flavors or colors. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 736-6684.

le cAFÉ Île ST. lOUiS Whether it’s a latenight snack or an early morning grab you’re after, this café, with a 24-hour bar, is a destination for specialty coffee drinks and other offerings. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-4364.

JJ’S BOUlAnGerie Start the day with a croissant and a cup of coffee, or stop by for a light lunch. This bakery produces perfect pastries, pizza, sandwiches, soups and salads. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000.

cenTrAl micHel ricHArD James Beard Award-winning Chef Michel Richard brings his popular Washington, D.C., restaurant to Las Vegas with a 24-hour café featuring American favorites with a French accent. The menu includes his signature short ribs, fried chicken and razor clam chowder. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530.

Celebrated Chef Kerry Simon offers the ultimate in burger selections including his Iron Chef-winning sliders. The restaurant boasts an upbeat nightlife scene and an atmosphere designed as a James Bond-inspired send-up of Soviet-era Russia. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 369-5065.

Gordon Ramsay BurGR at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Hash House A Go Go at The Quad Resort & Casino and Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

KGB: KerrY’S GOUrmeT BUrGerS

eArl OF SAnDWicH Sink your teeth into “The World’s Greatest Hot Sandwich” at this upscale deli, started by descendants of the man who first put meat between two slices of bread in 1762. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-5555. GHirArDelli Satisfy your sweet tooth with an array of ice cream creations, milkshakes, floats and chocolate drinks at one of the world’s top confectioners. The LINQ.

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RESTAURANTS MARGARITAVILLE Jimmy Buffett’s multilevel, Caribbean-themed entertainment venue has two patios overlooking the Strip, a nauticalinspired restaurant, five bars, live entertainment nightly and a retail store. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3302. MESA GRILL Bold and innovative flavors of the Southwest can be found in all Chef Bobby Flay’s dishes, such as the New Mexican spicerubbed pork tenderloin with bourbon-ancho chili sauce. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530. MUNCHBAR This restaurant near the Caesars Palace Race & Sports Book serves jumbo-size burgers and unique eats, such as tiny grilled-cheese sandwiches served with a tomato dipping sauce. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7544. NOSH This cafe serves breakfast sandwiches and pastries as well as Nathan’s Famous hot dogs, salads and desserts. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 739-4111.

SPORTS DELI Race and sports fans who don’t want to miss any of the action don’t have to. Menu options range from bratwursts to burgers, wood-fired pizzas and homemade sandwiches. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7777. SPRINKLES CUPCAKES The Sprinkles flagship features an assortment of deliciously moist, couture cupcakes made of sweet cream butter, pure Belgian chocolate and Madagascar bourbon vanilla. Cupcake ATMs instantly dispense sweets to those on the go. The LINQ.

PLANET DAILIES This 24-hour coffee shop and

Texas-size portions and barbecue favorites served in a down-home atmosphere, where the walls are decorated with the country crooner’s memorabilia. Enjoy live music nightly. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 693-6111.

SIDEWALK CAFÉ A traditional café serving American favorites for breakfast and lunch. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 967-4111. SIN CITY BREWING COMPANY Sip an ice-cold craft beer at this hot spot overlooking the Flamingo’s Wildlife Habitat. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3111.

Mesa Grill at Caesars Palace

SUGAR FACTORY AMERICAN BRASSERIE

TILTED KILT PUB & EATERY A modern Celtic-themed pub and sports bar offering a lively place to watch the game, play pool and nosh on a menu comprising juicy burgers, pulled pork sandwiches and, of course, English favorites like shepherd’s pie. The LINQ.

SERENDIPITY 3 The New York favorite has brought all its gooey goodness to the Strip. Enjoy savory and sweet items such as Rowen’s foot-long hot dogs and the famous Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, a blend of 20 different types of chocolate. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7373.

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This restaurant, retail store and Chocolate Lounge is the sweetest spot on the Strip. Guests can devour delectable menu items, shop for scrumptious sweets and indulge in decadent chocolates from around the world. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 331-5100.

PINK’S HOT DOGS For 74 years, these gourmet franks—many named after their celebrity creators—have been sating the appetites of stars at the City of Angels hot spot. Now, dozens of the legendary hot dog combinations are available here. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 405-4711.

café offers eclectic cuisine. The unique and lengthy menu includes dishes inspired by destinations around the world, including Kobe beef sliders and Hawaiian rib-eye, and also offers smoothies and a wine selection. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 732-1222.

SPAGO One of several Las Vegas restaurants from Wolfgang Puck, Spago ignited the culinary dining scene with a menu consisting of fine, seasonal American cuisine. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 369-6300.

Spago in The Forum Shops at Caesars

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TROPICAL BREEZE CAFÉ A casual café that serves American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3111. THE WINE CELLAR & TASTING ROOM Sin City’s most famous wine bar and retail shop offers more than 100 wines by the glass and showcases about 10,000 bottles, many of them highly collectible. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7962.

YARD HOUSE Pull up a seat on the patio and enjoy one of the pub’s 180 craft ales and lagers—available by the pint or half-yard. An equally expansive menu offers 130 items including sliders, lettuce wraps, flatbreads and street tacos. The LINQ.

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ASIAN BEIJING NOODLE NO. 9 Giant fish tanks mark the entrance of this casual noodle house. The menu is full of mouthwatering soups, dim sum and noodle dishes. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530. EmprEss COurt Dine on authentic Cantonese seafood delicacies such as abalone, Golden Santa Barbara spotted prawns or wok-fried, black-pepper Dungeness crab. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530. F.A.m.E. A two-story culinary bazaar, F.A.M.E. (food, art, music and entertainment) re-creates the Asian street market, complete with food trucks, live food preparations and popular Asian fare. The LINQ. GINsENG 3 Food from the Far East is served at this 24-hour restaurant that specializes in Korean, Japanese and Chinese dishes. The Quad Resort & Casino, (702) 567-8282. HAmADA OF JApAN Japanese teppanyakistyle tableside cooking, fresh sushi and an exotic menu make this a Vegas favorite. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3455.

ICHIBAN susHI Indulge in the wide assortment of sushi offered, or order an authentic Japanese dish such as tempura or soba noodles. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 891-8626.

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KJ DIm sum & sEAFOOD Featuring traditional Chinese cuisine with an extensive seafood menu containing shrimp, lobster and crab KJ also offers a dim sum experience that allows guests to select dishes from tableside carts. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7777. KOI LAs VEGAs A sensation from coast to coast, this celeb fave keeps its Vegas, L.A. and N.Y.C. locations in sync with a sleek Asian decor, cool Hollywood vibe and tantalizing Japanese-inspired menu. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 454-4555. mING’s tABLE This Asian restaurant offers a menu stocked with noodle dishes and Chinese and Chinese-American favorites. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 369-5000. NOBu CAEsArs pALACE Tantalizing Japanese cuisine awaits. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s whimsical restaurant, a 12,775-square-foot space designed by David Rockwell, offers the freshest fish dishes, a sushi bar and teppanyaki tables. Caesars Palace, (888) 509-0520. p.F. CHANG’s This modern Chinese bistro has an extensive menu packed with family-style dishes. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 836-0955.

pHO DA NANG VIEtNAmEsE KItCHEN This Asian dining spot offers fresh selections of authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including its signature dish, Pho—a soup consisting of broth, linguine-shaped rice noodles, herbs and meat. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (866) 746-7671.

rOyAL INDIA BIstrO Featuring Indian delicacies cooked in a 500-degree tandoor clay oven, the menu includes chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, curry lamb, prawn skewers and traditional shish kebabs. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-2277. sEA: tHE tHAI ExpErIENCE Enjoy exotic Thai-fusion cuisine in a chic, modern setting with a serene pond centered in the restaurant. Specialty dishes include grilled lemongrass chicken, Tamarind whole fish and pineapple curry duck. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 967-3888. susHI rOKu Innovative Japanese cuisine. Highlights on the new menu include salmon sashimi carpaccio with black truffles shaved tableside, Kobe meatballs in lettuce cups, and Albacore tacos. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 733-7373.

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”Accomplished Executive Chef Joseph Elevado is at the helm, creating a menu of Asian-inspired shareable plates like dim sum, sushi and sliders.“ – Forbes Travel Guide

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Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace

Grand Feast

The Buffet of Buffets is a 24-hour ticket to dine at seven different participating buffets.

Starting at $49.99 for total Rewards members, Sunday–Thursday (weekend and holiday prices are higher), it lets you eat your way around Las Vegas with unlimited in-and-out access to the buffets of your choice until your 24-hour window expires. So if you can’t decide between the miso-glazed duck at Paradise Garden, the Brazilian barbecue at Flavors or the Alaskan king crab at Spice Market, why try to choose? Have it all!

Participating Buffets Bacchanal Buffet

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Paradise Garden Buffet Flamingo las Vegas

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BUFFET BACCHANAL BUFFET A grand Roman feast. A team of talented chefs working in nine show kitchens meticulously prepare more than 500 dishes daily. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7928.

PARADISE GARDEN BUFFET This buffet offers prime rib, carved fresh turkey, steamed mussels and littleneck clams with saffron cream sauce, and much more. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3111.

CARNIVAL WORLD BUFFET Seven live stations, including a teppanyaki grill, serve more than 300 dishes prepared fresh daily, from pizza to omelettes to 70 varieties of homemade pies. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7757.

SPICE MARKET BUFFET This sensory smorgasbord has tastes from around the globe. In addition to ethnic entrées, the usual suspects—salads, carving stations and desserts (including 20 types of cupcakes)— have made this one of the best buffets in Vegas. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-9005.

FLAVORS, THE BUFFET From Brazilian barbecue to Italian casseroles to fire-roasted rotisserie chicken and fresh seafood, Flavors offers selections spanning the globe. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 369-5000.

LE VILLAGE BUFFET This buffet features live-action cooking stations themed after seven French provinces. A new display highlights traditional French desserts including macaroons and crème brûlée. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-4930. VILLAGE SEAFOOD BUFFET Serves all-youcan-eat favorites of lobster, snow crab legs, shrimp, oysters and sushi, as well as beef and chicken dishes. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7943.

STERLING BRUNCH A Sunday brunch like no other. Champagne, sturgeon caviar, beef tenderloin and lobster top the menu. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 967-7999.

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CAFÉ BELLE MADELEINE From morning ’til night, this pâtisserie fulfills your cravings for something sweet. Start with a croissant, Danish or turnover; or try an éclair, tiramisu or peach tart. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000.

CARMINE’S Expect soulful family-style fare at this colossal 750-seat eatery. Serving up “wowsized” portions that feed four to six people, this restaurant believes its Southern-Italian cuisine is meant to be passed around and shared with loved ones. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 473-9700.

LA CRÊPERIE Reminiscent of the sidewalk cafés in Paris, this walk-up bistro serves a variety of crêpes, perfect for a light breakfast, lunch or dinner snack. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000.

EIFFEL TOWER RESTAURANT Dine on the classic French cuisine of world-renowned Chef Jean Joho at this romantic spot more than 100 feet above the Las Vegas Strip in the replica tower. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 948-6937. MON AMI GABI Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant serves classic bistro cuisine, including crêpes, quiches, French onion soup and its signature steak frites. Its hip, trendy scene comes with an amazing patio for dining alfresco. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 944-4224. PAYARD PÂTISSERIE & BISTRO This pastry shop and bistro from award-winning French Chef François Payard offers guests three distinct experiences, including a chocolate shop, pastry shop with made-to-order crêpes and sandwiches, and an intimate full-service dining room. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530. LE PROVENÇAL The walls are covered with murals of the French countryside, and the waitstaff dresses in French peasant garb and performs songs as diners dig into the FrenchItalian cuisine. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000. RESTAURANT GUY SAVOY This breathtaking restaurant offers gourmet dining from French Chef Guy Savoy. His signature menu includes dishes such as the silky artichoke-and-black-truffle soup and the decadent Colors of Caviar. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530.

Eiffel Tower Restaurant at Paris Las Vegas

FLOUR & BARLEY Enjoy brick-oven pizza, savory pasta dishes, panini sandwiches and craft brews at this rock ‘n’ roll-inspired pizzeria, which has a retro vibe and vintage rock photography on the walls. The LINQ. GIADA Chef Giada De Laurentiis’ first restaurant features a menu of California-influenced, light Italian fare; alfresco dining; an antipasto station; and phenomenal Strip views. The Cromwell. MARTORANO’S The diverse menu includes homemade Italian-American favorites, such as the eggplant stack, fresh mozzarella and Steve Martorano’s world-famous meatballs. The restaurant offers a unique atmosphere that combines exceptional food with film and extraordinary music. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 862-3530.

Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro at Caesars Palace

IL MULINO NEW YORK Three decades after its debut, Il Mulino New York continually delivers masterful Abruzzese dishes and unparalleled service. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 492-6000. PIN-UP PIzzA Cut from 30-inch pizzas, this rockabilly, New York-style pizza spot is home to the largest slice on the Strip, with each measuring 15 inches long. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. RAO’S The legendary East Harlem restaurant with 118 years of history brings its homestyle Italian food and famous lemon chicken to Las Vegas. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530.

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Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar at The LINQ

Carlos’n Charlie’s at Flamingo Las Vegas

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Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in The Forum Shops at Caesars

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cArlOS’n cHArlie’S Unwind with a margarita or some sangría on the patio overlooking the Flamingo pool and gardens. The menu offers a variety of authentic Mexican meals. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 862-3530.

BÚZiOS SeAFOOD reSTAUrAnT Gaze out over the Rio’s VooDoo Beach and sparkling swimming pools while dining on the freshest seafood. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 862-3530.

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With more than 60 tequilas, a menu packed with authentic Mexican dishes, and a mechanical bull, this two-story restaurant is one highenergy fiesta. The LINQ, (702) 691-3773.

The Joe’s tradition began in 1921 in Miami Beach. Crack some claws or dive into other fresh seafood dishes, such as the jumbo crab cakes and oysters Rockefeller. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 792-9222.

qUeSADillA Mexican comfort food consisting of south-of-the-border favorites such as tacos, burritos and enchiladas are served here, along with thirst-quenching margaritas, mojitos and sangría. The Quad Resort & Casino, (702) 731-3311. TeqUilA BAr & Grill This cantina serves a variety of tequilas, margaritas and specialty drinks, along with a menu featuring items including traditional Mexican fare. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 967-4111.

OYSTer BAr Enjoy seafood favorites such as oysters, shrimp, lobster, crab, calamari or squid salad. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 369-5000. photo courtesy of joe’s seafood, prime steaK & stone crab

Búzio’s Seafood Restaurant at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

YOlÖS mexicAn Grill Get the fiesta started. Spicing up this eatery are more than 60 tequilas, a fresh-fruit margarita bar and guacamole prepared right on the spot. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-5555.

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Ruth’s Chris Steak House at Harrah’s Las Vegas

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STEAK HOUSE

Center Cut SteakhouSe Succulent steaks, Kobe burgers and rack of lamb rule the menu at this classic steakhouse. Plasma screens showcase photo montages of the city from the 1940s to today, creating a vintage Vegas vibe. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 784-8821. Gordon ramSay Steak Acclaimed Chef Gordon Ramsay, of Hell’s Kitchen, MasterChef and Kitchen Nightmares fame, serves seafood, mouthwatering cuts of beef and French-influenced side dishes at his bold and innovative 274-seat steak house. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 677-3200. old homeStead SteakhouSe One of New York City’s most historic restaurants comes to the Strip, serving many of its classic signatures, such as the colossal crab cake and 32-ounce Gotham rib-eye steak. The wine program boasts more than 15,000 bottles. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530.

ruth’S ChriS Steak houSe Signature sizzling steaks are taken to new heights. Located on the second floor of Harrah’s, the near-400-seat spot pairs amazing Strip views with fine USDA Prime steaks, lamb chops and seafood dishes, such as Caribbean lobster tail. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (877) 346-4642. StriP houSe This steakhouse serves up savory fare in a sensuous David Rockwelldesigned environment. Order charred prime cuts of beef to accompany signature sides, such as black-truffle creamed spinach and goosefat potatoes. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 737-5200.

Old Homestead Steakhouse at Caesars Palace

Voodoo Steak You’ll be spellbound by the view from the 50th floor at this intimate steak house. Menu features Tomahawk rib-eye and fresh seafood selections with a FrenchCreole flair. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 862-3530.

VooDoo Steak at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

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ATTRACTIONS

GOLF COURSES

THE AUTO COLLECTIONS Take an audio tour and get a peek at the more than 250 antique and historic automobiles at the world’s largest and finest classic-car showroom. The Quad Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 794-3174.

CASCATA Designed by renowned golf course architect Rees Jones, Cascata is celebrated as one of the finest designs in the world and offers the ultimate in quality and service. One Cascata Drive, Boulder City, NV 89005. (702) 294-2005. GolfCascata.com

EIFFEL TOWER EXPERIENCE Take romance to new heights. The Eiffel Tower is a halfscale reproduction of the Paris landmark. The observation deck—460 feet above the Strip—has a breathtaking, panoramic view. Paris Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 946-4350.

RIO SECCO gOLF CLUB Located in the foothills of the Black Mountains, and home of the Butch Harmon School of Golf, this challenging Rees Jones-designed course features holes running through steep canyons with others on plateaus overlooking the city. 2851 Grand Hills Dr., Henderson, NV 89052. Phone: (702) 777-2400. RioSecco.net

DEFENDINg THE CAVEMAN Solo play is a hilarious and playful take on how men and women relate and interact with each other. Harrah’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 369-5111.

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MAVERICK HELICOPTER TOURS Ascend to the skies with Maverick Helicopters. First-class excursions above the Strip, Grand Canyon and Colorado River are enhanced by the narration of experienced pilots. Reservations: (702) 405-4300. FlyMaverick.com

gEORgE WALLACE Funnyman George Wallace has audiences rolling in the aisles in The Flamingo Showroom with a stand-up routine that is different night after night. Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 733-3333. THE IMPROV COMEDY CLUB Comics have been making audiences laugh at this improv location since 1995. Harrah’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 369-5223. JEFF CIVILLICO Join world-champion juggler Jeff Civillico for an afternoon of fun. His all-ages comedy show blends physical humor, stunts and juggling with audience participation. The Quad Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 794-3261.

MUSTANg HELICOPTER Experience breathtaking bird’s-eye views of the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam aboard a luxurious, state-of-theart ECO-Star Helicopter with seating for up to seven people. Reservations: (702) 262-6199. SoarMustang.com

COMEDY ANTHONY COOLS In this adults-only show, comedic hypnotist Anthony Cools taps into the subconscious naughtiness of audience volunteers with hilarious results. Paris Las Vegas. Tickets: (877) 374-7469.

High Roller at The LINQ

HIgH ROLLER Topping out at 550 feet, it’s the tallest observation wheel in the world. View the Strip as never before on a 30-minute ride in one of the 28 spherical, glass-enclosed cabins—which hold up to 40 passengers. The LINQ, (702) 322-0543. MAVERICK AIRLINES Express airplane flights to Grand Canyon West, home of the Skywalk, or to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Reservations: (702) 405-4300. FlyMaverick.com

George Wallace at Flamingo Las Vegas

Maverick Helicopter Tours

VOODOO ZIP LINE Riders are propelled from the Rio’s Masquerade Tower to the Ipanema Tower traveling at speeds reaching 33 mph. The zip line is open daily from noon until midnight. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (866) 746-7671.

JERRY SEINFELD Best-selling author, stand-up legend and sitcom superstar Jerry Seinfeld brings his take on life to The Colosseum’s stage. Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000. VINNIE FAVORITO Wise guy Vinnie Favorito is famous for his off-the-cuff comments and unscripted humor. The comedian, who is known for “roasting” celebrities, will work the room to find his next hit. Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 733-3333.

WILDLIFE HABITAT AT THE FLAMINgO The poolside paradise is home to Chilean flamingos, swans, ducks, pelicans, koi and turtles. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3111.

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HEADLINERS BRITNEY SPEARS The pop diva showcases her signature style, performing her infectious dance hits in her new show, “Britney: Piece of Me.” Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (855) 234-7469. CÉLINE DION The singer’s show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace features a full orchestra and band, and is set to a visually stunning presentation designed exclusively for the 4,300-seat venue. Caesars Palace. Tickets: (877) 423-5463.

Céline Dion at Caesars Palace

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ELTON JOhN World-renowned singer and songwriter Elton John performs his wellknown hits in his show, “The Million Dollar Piano.” Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000. ROD STEwART Ready to rock? Rod Stewart certainly is. In Rod Stewart: The Hits., he performs he performs the rock and R&B favorites that have defined his career, including “Maggie May,”“You Wear It Well” and “Some Guys Have All the Luck.” Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000. ShANIA TwAIN SHANIA: STILL THE ONE is a compilation of Shania Twain’s most celebrated hits, including “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much.” Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000.

Elton John at Caesars Palace

DONNY & MARIE The singing siblings perform a 90-minute show where their greatest hits— “a little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n‘ roll”— unfold as a multimedia spectacle on a custom-designed stage in the Donny & Marie Showroom. Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 733-3333. MATT GOSS Backed by a nine-piece band, the British crooner—who has sold 17 million albums worldwide—is a throwback to old Vegas, singing original songs and popular covers such as Frank Sinatra’s “Luck Be A Lady.” Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000. OLIvIA NEwTON-JOhN See Olivia Newton-John perform her hits, plus songs from the films Grease and Xanadu in a show that’s a musical journey through her career. Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

TAYLOR hICkS “Soul Patrol” singer and American Idol winner Taylor Hicks brings his style of R&B, country and blues to Napoleon’s. Paris Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 777-7776.

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Shania Twain at Caesars Palace

MAGIC ThE MAC kING COMEDY MAGIC ShOw Everyone loves the mad plaid magician. Mac King’s act combines quirky humor, visual gags and sleight-of-hand tricks. Harrah’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 369-5111.

PENN & TELLER The “Bad Boys of Magic” put on an edgy act mixing comedy and magic that involves knives, guns, fire and more. Rio AllSuite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776.

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LIFE IS SHORT. MAKE GOOD CHOICES. The award-winning Buffet at Wynn.

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Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub at The Cromwell

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NIGHTLIFE BLVD. CoCktaiL Company Guests sip finely crafted cocktails, oversized martinis and hard-to-find spirits at this sophisticated piano bar and social club. The LINQ. BrookLyn BowL This 78,000-square-foot entertainment venue is a rock ‘n’ roll club with bowling and a Blue Ribbon restaurant serving comfort-food favorites. The LINQ, (702) 862-2695. CarnaVaL CoUrt This party spot is home of the world’s top flair bartenders and live daily entertainment. Open until 4 a.m. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 693-6143.

ChateaU nightCLUB & garDens Stimulating club goers with three separate nightlife experiences: a high-energy nightclub, magnificent Strip-side Chateau Terrace and blossoming Chateau Gardens. The only nightclub located directly on the Strip. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 776-7777. chateaunightclublv.com

CLeopatra’s Barge Originally opened in 1970, Cleopatra’s Barge was recently renovated and has a vintage Vegas feel. The venue transforms into The Gossy Room every Friday and Saturday night with entertainment by Matt Goss. Caesars Palace, (702) 791-7110. DeaLertainers The Dealertainers Pit puts impersonators of celebrities such as Alice Cooper, Britney Spears, Dolly Parton, Ricky Martin and Elvis on the casino floor to deal blackjack and perform daily from 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. The Quad Resort & Casino, (702) 731-3311.

Drai’s after hoUrs After-hours nightclub for those who don’t want the party to end. Open Thursday through Sunday, from 1 a.m. Bally’s Las Vegas. Drai’s Beach cluB • NightcluB Perched 11 stories above Las Vegas Boulevard, this 65,000-square-foot indoor/outdoor club offers a nonstop party set to music from the world’s best DJs. Drai’s features the Strip’s only rooftop pool for daytime revelry before transforming into a pulsing nightclub. The Cromwell.

fiZZ Las Vegas Offering couture cocktails and a carefully crafted menu, this high-end champagne lounge backed by Elton John and David Furnish is perfect for sophisticated socializing. Caesars Palace, (702) 776-3200. fLirt LoUnge Flirt is a haven where women gather after seeing the Chippendales® show, one of the steamiest male revues in Vegas. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7777. heart Bar The pulse of Planet Hollywood beats throughout the resort’s phenomenal three-acre casino. At the core is Heart, where thirst is quenched around the clock. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-5555. iBar The ultra-lounge in the heart of the resort features interactive tabletops, DJs and go-go dancers. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7777.

inDigo LoUnge Bustling lounge recaptures the splendors of a refined Las Vegas nightlife experience. Bally’s Las Vegas, (702) 967-4111.

eXtra LoUnge At the Sin City headquarters of entertainment news program Extra, kick back with a cocktail and tons of eye candy as the TV show’s correspondents and crew get up close and personal with Tinseltown’s hotshots. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-5555. 108

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Voodoo Rooftop Nightclub at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

ENTERTAiNmENT

NIGHTLIFE le cABAreT The charming lounge offers entertainment seven nights a week. Sip cocktails under trees strung with twinkling lights and enjoy the sounds of DJ Sally on weekdays and a variety of different bands on weekends. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000. nAPOleOn’S DUelinG PiAnO BAr Let the duel begin. Pianists square off nightly to play your requests. A full-service bar and menu of carefully selected champagnes are available. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000.

O’SHeAS The Strip’s favorite party destination is back with low-minimum gaming tables, beer pong tables, live music and those budget-friendly drink specials that made the original so popular. The LINQ. THe PiAnO BAr AT HArrAH’S Big Elvis performs as the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, singing Elvis Presley’s greatest hits. Daily from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Dark Wednesdays. Harrah’s Las Vegas.

PUrPle ZeBrA You can mix and match combinations at this self-serve daiquiri bar containing 30 different flavors and dozens of candy toppings. Non-alcoholic drinks are also available. The LINQ.

Seahorse Lounge at Caesars Palace

SeAHOrSe lOUnGe The laid-back lounge features a 1,700-gallon aquarium as its focal point. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7110. SHADOW BAr Flair bartenders spin bottles and whip up trendy cocktails as performers dance behind backlit screens. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7110. VOODOO rOOFTOP niGHTclUB Flair bartenders mix up wild concoctions such as the Witch Doctor. Sip a signature cocktail inside on the 51st floor or on the outdoor deck where you can take in the breathtaking view of the Las Vegas Strip. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7800.

Napoleon’s Dueling Piano Bar at Paris Las Vegas

THe PlAYinG FielD lOUnGe Planet Hollywood’s very own double-header. Its daytime Race and Sports Book transforms into a nocturnal lounge. The bar has more than 30 plasma-screen televisions and features live karaoke and DJs Fridays and Saturdays. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 785-5555. 114

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PRODUCTION SHOWS Absinthe Prepare to be wowed. This vaudeville show, hosted by the hilarious Gazillionaire, has sexy burlesque numbers, comedy bits that will have you gasping for breath, and astonishing acts of skill and strength that amaze. Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000. beAtleshow! As close as you can get to a real Beatles concert. Hear the band’s greatest hits performed live with no accompanying music tracks. Saxe Theater, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 260-7200. the beAtles loVe This show combines the magic and acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil with the music of The Beatles. The Mirage Hotel and Casino. Tickets: (702)792-7777.

ChiPPenDAles Experience “The Ultimate Girls Night Out®” when you visit the fast-paced Chippendales® revue, which features 12 chiseled males performing provocative yet tasteful dance routines. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776. Donn ARDen’s JUbilee! Entertaining Las Vegas for more than 30 years, Donn Arden’s lavish stage production with its eye-catching, toe-tapping musical numbers and costumed showgirls continues to delight audiences. Bally’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 967-4567. FRAnK MARino’s DiVAs lAs VeGAs You won’t believe your eyes—these gals really are guys. The energetic show stars Frank Marino and his ever-changing comedic monologue, and features a cast of superstar female impersonators. The Quad Resort & Casino. Tickets: (888) 777-7664.

JAbbAwoCKeez: PRisM America’s Best Dance Crew champs captivate audiences with their high-energy synchronized dance routines— performed wearing their iconic white masks and gloves. Luxor Las Vegas, (702) 262-4400.

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JeRsey boys Tony Award®-winning musical tells the story of the rise to fame of blue-collar boys Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Featuring hits such as “Sherry,”“Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” the high-energy show leaves fans wanting more. Paris Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 777-7776. leGenDs in ConCeRt Impersonators pay tribute to superstars of yesterday and today, performing as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Elton John, Britney Spears and more. Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 733-3333.

Absinthe at Caesars Palace

MiChAel JACKson onetM by CiRqUe DU soleil A sonic, tonic fusion of acrobatics, dance and visuals provides the audience with an immersive experience into Michael’s music. Mandalay Bay. Tickets: (888) 628-0843.

Million DollAR qUARtet Tony® Awardwinning musical re-creates one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions ever—the day Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley met at the Sun Records studio in Memphis, Tennessee. Harrah’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 369-5111. MJ liVe The tribute show pays homage to the King of Pop with Justin Dean emulating the moves and sound of Michael Jackson. Inside Crown Theater at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776.

Chippendales at Rio All-suite Resort & Casino Jersey boys at Paris Las Vegas

MystèRe by CiRqUe DU soleil The original must-see Cirque du Soleil production combines high-energy acrobatics and dramatic dance, set to the thunderous rhythms of the Taïko drums. Treasure Island Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (866) 505-4960.

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PRODUCTION SHOWS THE RAT PACK IS BACK! Relive the days when Las Vegas’ most famous entertainers put the town on the map with their music, comedy and iconic style inside Crown Theater. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776. RECyClEd PERCuSSIon You’ve seen them on NBC’s America’s Got Talent; now you can join in on the fun. Grab drumsticks and an instrument as you enter the theater and play along during this interactive show. The Quad Resort & Casino. Tickets: (888) 777-7664.

RoCKTEllZ & CoCKTAIlS A live documentary in the style of VH1 Storytellers meets MTV Unplugged, RockTellz & CockTails features live performances and captivating Q&A sessions with featured headliners. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (800) 745-3000. STRIPPER 101 Let loose and have fun as you learn how to pole dance from the professionals. V Theater, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

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V–The Ultimate Variety Show in Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino

Tony n’ TInA’S WEddIng This top dinner show is the second-longest-running production in off-Broadway history. An interactive satire of an Italian-American wedding, it has audiences in the middle of the action, attending the ceremony and wild reception. Bally’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 777-7776. V–THE ulTImATE VARIETy SHoW The best variety acts, internet sensations and TV talent-show winners from around the world, all in one family friendly show. V Theater, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

VEgAS! THE SHoW A huge cast of beautiful showgirls, singers and dancers combine with a big-band orchestra and specialty acts to tell the story of how Las Vegas became home to the greatest entertainers in the world. Saxe Theater, Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 260-7200.

VÉRonIC VoICES Proudly coproduced by Céline Dion, the show features the unique talents of female tribute artist Véronic paying homage to the most popular female recording artists in the world including Lady Gaga, Madonna, Adele, Pink and Céline herself. Bally’s Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 777-2782.

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