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FEAT UR ES
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New York State of Mind Big Apple eateries arrive on the Las Vegas Strip.
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Spicy Spuds Bobby Flay’s mashed potatoes pack a punch.
FASHION FORWARD 42
Shadows of the Night Stunning black-out fashions. Photographed by Jerry Metellus
LAVISH ADORNMENTS
CELEBRITY PORTRAIT
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What’s New Pussycats? Heavy-metal bands, rocking rings and major bling to amp up your style. Photographed by Robert John Kley
Perfect Pairings Put your accessories on match point. Plus, British retailer L.K.Bennett arrives on the scene.
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All Eyes on Me Britney Spears lands in Las Vegas. See what the pop icon has in store for Sin City. Written by Ryan Slattery
Shine Bright Like a Diamond Learn how to make your holiday party sparkle.
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DEPAR T M EN T S
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OPENING ACT
Caesars Palace headliner Matt Goss has the Life You Imagine. 20
ON THE STRIP
New albums from Céline Dion and Elton John. Plus, Nobu’s late-night menu, Martorano on the move and buffetbusting knowledge. 30
SENSES
Get head-to-heel pampering— Nobu-style—at Qua Baths & Spa. 34
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The renaissance on the Center Strip takes shape. 80
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Starcatcher: celebrity sightings in Las Vegas. 101
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Dining and entertainment guide to Las Vegas.
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The Who , Wh aT an d Wh y
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“What’s New Pussycats?” and “Shadows of the Night”
As a child of the ’80s, Robert John Kley grew up during the Golden Age of Rock when album cover art complemented the music. “The aim was to visually prepare the listener for what they were about to hear.” Robert used that as inspiration to capture the “big hair, smoky eyes, high-heel look” for this issue’s “Lavish Adornments.”“Rocker girls eat, sleep and breathe rock ‘n’ roll—and they aren’t afraid to speak their minds through style.”
Although Jerry Metellus says he was more of a fan of Motown, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye and James Brown, he used a few rock icons for inspiration when photographing “Shadows of the Night,” even admitting, “I developed a childhood crush on Pat Benatar. Thank goodness for music videos and the first VCRs. My friends and I would watch her over and over. Don’t ask me about song titles. All I know is that she was hot and sassy.”
We asked Christie Moeller: Heavy metal or ’80s pop? “Neither. I’m a Ramones, Sex Pistols kind of girl.” Christie says she “wanted to give the shoots an edge to show off today’s rocker-chic fashions.” Her favorite photo, which re-creates Pat Benatar’s Get Nervous album cover, prompted this story. “I once snuck into a Debbie Harry and Ramones concert with a particularly crafty boy I was dating. We ended up in the front row, but broke up two days later.”
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“What’s New Pussycats?” and “Shadows of the Night”
“Shine Bright Like a Diamond”
We unleashed Sabin Orr on a sparkling dinner party. From the décor and the invitations to the cocktails and food—it was a challenging shoot. “Food has its own shelf life and all the ingredients and sauces for each dish have their own time frame. It’s important to recognize each component and capture it while it’s fresh.” His ideal dinner-party menu? “Something from the sea with diced jalapeños, tomatoes, green apples, mushrooms, pistachios and a mangohabanero sauce.”
Krystle Randall was quick to point out that the ’80s were a “bit before my time.” But we knew she’s been to enough ’80s theme parties to nail the look. For “Shadows of the Night,” Krystle went for a modern twist on the decade with bold looks— bringing a mix of styles and pulling from the likes of Debbie Harry, Twiggy and Cyndi Lauper. “What’s New Pussycats?” was “a version of the eighties without all the crazy neon and bold colors,” she says.
Everyone wants their party to stand out, so we asked event planner to the stars Wade Williams for his advice. “A wonderful diverse menu paired with unique cocktails,” he says. “Not to mention creating a festive arrival for your guests. Music and décor play a big part when setting the tone for a dinner party. You should also seat your single guests next to other single people. You never know when a love connection might happen!”
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GOSS ALMIGHTy Matt Goss performs Friday and Saturday evenings in Cleopatra’s Barge at Caesars Palace.
Matt Goss has brought old-time “style and swagger” back to Caesars Palace, where he performs weekends in The Gossy Room at Cleopatra’s Barge. A contemporary reinvention of the vintage Rat Pack swing, he performs an engaging set that’s a mix of his original songs and popular covers like Frank Sinatra’s “Luck Be a Lady” and “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder. The singer also just released a new album, Life You Imagine—an LP that was three years in the making. “I’ve never channeled more energy and musical knowledge into one project,” he says. What can people expect from your Caesars Palace show? If you love great music, swagger and flirtation, sexy dancers in fishnets, and a good time, come to my show. In the show, you pay tribute to Frank Sinatra. What is it that attracts you to him—the man and his music? Frank Sinatra is the personification of masculine energy. He had the sensitive spirit to sing and engage both men and women. I’m greatly influenced by that era in terms of fashion and the kind of camaraderie he had with his friends. I get a kick out of bringing that back to Las Vegas. Tell us how Life You Imagine differs from your previous recordings? Lyrically, I tried to use fewer words but say more. With my melody arrangements, I consciously pulled from the artists I love such as Stevie Wonder, Frank Sinatra, The Police and Elvis Presley. Is there a common thread that runs throughout the album? My true hope is that when people listen to this album it will become a tapestry of their life. Every song came deep from my heart and soul.
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Las Vegas is a year-round, every-occasion party city. So whether you’re here to make a trip to the chapel, attend a bachelor or bachelorette bash, or to catch up with long-lost friends, we’ve got some advice on how to make your Vegas vacation one to remember.
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PURE NightclUb Elevate your night and party with the stars (under the stars) on the nightclub’s expansive wraparound patio.
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EiffEl towER REstaURaNt French fare from Chef Jean Joho and a view of the dancing fountains: It’s no wonder that more than 500 couples a year pick this romantic spot to pop the question.
liVE thE sUitE lifE The lap of luxury awaits. Book a suite through The Laurel Collection at Caesars Palace to really stretch out.
chatEaU NightclUb & gaRDENs Enjoy a VIP cabana and dance to beats beneath the Eiffel Tower on the club’s tree-lined terrace.
gEt DollED UP Celebrity colorist Michael Boychuck says bangs or a pixie cut are in this season. For color, women with deep brunette hair are adding rich cinnamon accents. Visit thE MEN’s ZoNE We’re talking about Qua Baths & Spa (not the sports book), where the fellas can get a straight-razor shave, a Tops & Tails massage or just relax in the spa. sPlURgE oN a MEMoRablE MEal Dine on a 13-course tasting menu at the six-seat Krug Chef ’s Table in Restaurant Guy Savoy.
bREakfast (lunch or dinner) iN bED Staying in the Nobu Hotel? Order in. Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s stellar room-service menu includes bento boxes, wagyu steak and blueberry-and-yuzu soba pancakes.
oNE NaME faME Céline, Britney, Elton, Shania, Donny & Marie. Las Vegas is home to superstars recognizable by a single name. Catch a show before you go.
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“wElcoME to absiNthE” Caesars Palace’s surreal circus. Drink in the show’s hallucinating humor, wild acrobatics and over-the-top burlesque acts.
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Pitch-Perfect véRonic: a voice foR the ageS
a professional singer with two solo albums under her belt, Véronic diCaire sort of fell into her role as a “vocal impersonator.” The accomplished French Canadian entertainer started doing impressions “just to make people laugh.” but when a video of her imitating the voices of other singers—including Céline dion—was seen by Céline’s husband and manager, René angélil, he invited Véronic to open Céline’s Taking Chances Tour. “after the very first performance, i remember thinking, maybe this is my new life.” Five years later, Véronic has her own show— coproduced by Céline—in the Jubilee! Theater at bally’s las Vegas. segments of the show are devoted to divas (madonna, beyoncé), eighties pop idols (Cyndi lauper, eurythmics), entertainment icons (barbra streisand, Whitney Houston), queens of country (Reba mcentire, Carrie underwood) and today’s superstars (britney spears, Katy Perry). Véronic uses some unorthodox methods to channel these star’s voices—all 50 of them. For anita baker, the singer explains, “i felt like i had to yawn to get her voice right.” and Tina Turner? “i realized that she lifts her shoulders and scrunches her neck,” Véronic observes of the “Private dancer” singer. “i went into my dressing room and got my highest high-heels and put them on—and there she was. she came out of the blue, just like that.”
You can watch our interview with Véronic DiCaire on Vegas Player Television.
Mixing music and an audience-guided Q&A, RockTellz & CockTails marries the ideas of VH1 Storytellers and Inside the Actors Studio. The unscripted series launched with the man responsible for the 1977 classic Bat Out of Hell: “A great storyteller has to embellish a little,” says debut headliner Meat Loaf. “There is a foundation for this show, but every night the house gets built differently,” he says, pausing to add, “I don’t take a stage. I own the room.” Let’s hope other RockTellz headliners bring the same attitude. The series plays at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Reigning Queen & King of the StRip: NEW ALBUM RELEASES
Céline Dion Loved Me BacK to Life (Columbia ReCoRds) “It’s a bit edgier than some of my last albums, but there are also some beautiful understated moments to chill out to,” says Céline Dion of her latest studio album, Loved Me Back to Life. Her first English-language release in six years—a mix of ballads and up-tempo songs—includes duets with Stevie Wonder (“Overjoyed”) and Ne-Yo (“Incredible”). “It’s a very positive, uplifting song,” she says of her collaboration with Ne-Yo. “Our voices go well together.”
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THE WAY IT USED TO BE elTon JoHn the diving BoaRd (CaPiTol ReCoRds) Elton John returns to his roots on his new studio album, The Diving Board, reviving the piano, bass and drum sound that launched his career. “It’s an album I’ve been waiting to make for decades,” he says. Elton penned 12 new songs with his longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin. The album is produced by T Bone Burnett. “I feel like I’m starting again, making records,” Elton says. “I realized that I had to go back to go forward again. I needed to strip away the excesses and get back to the core of what I do as an artist.” It’s his first solo studio album in seven years.
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BLT STeak BringS The Beef One of the most recognized steak houses in America will soon be joining the Las Vegas dining scene. BLT Steak, which first opened in New York in 2004, will debut in early 2014 in a prime location at Bally’s Las Vegas. The upscale bistro will offer seasonal blackboard specials and signature dishes
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Six years after bringing his unique combination of music, mob movies and monster-size meatballs to Las Vegas, Steve Martorano is opening a second eponymous location— this time in the heart of the action. “I plan to turn Le Boulevard at Paris Las Vegas into a destination for Italian-American dining,” he says.
every meal. But make sure you save room to try the sinfully rich, yet fluffy, peanut-butter chocolate mousse.
No one doubts the cook, DJ and author will have another hit on his hands. Martorano is equally famous for the high-e n e rg y v i b e h e c re a te s : E x p e c t c l a s s i c mob films like Goodfellas or The Godfather: Par t II to be projected on the wall and the rock tunes he often spins during dinner service to continue.
Midnight Madness nighT owLS find greaT TaSTeS aT noBu Lounge Late-night munchies never tasted so good. Nobu Lounge at Caesars Palace now offers an exclusive fine-dining menu featuring a number of small plates that are only available for two hours after the restaurant’s main room closes. “This is perfect for anyone who wants something unique and elevated late at night,” says general manager Bryan Shinohara. Most plates range between $12 and $18. This includes lobster ceviche, umami chicken wings, and a Wagyu beef “Takumi” slider topped with foie gras and truffle aioli. The cocktail menu is just as unique. It’s jammed with sake and handcrafted libations, like the Cracked Basil—a mix of Nobu soju, Grand Marnier, basil and yuzu juice. So whether it’s a small bite before the club or a nightcap after a show, Shinohara says, “You can still have an amazing, elegant top-level dinner before you hit the town. This menu will turn a Nobu first-timer into a Nobu lifer.”
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When it comes to buffets, there are dishes (Bacchanal Buffet serves more than 500 a day) and there are dishes (Carnival World Buffet goes through 30,000 daily, plus chefs use more than 400 pots and pans each hour). In the end, the sheer number of ingredients and chefs it takes to put out each massive spread is a huge undertaking. Here’s a look.
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eggs consumed daily at Spice Market Buffet, Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
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pounds of crab legs feasted upon daily at Carnival World Buffet, Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
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sweet and savory crêpes prepared monthly at Le Village Buffet, Paris Las Vegas
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Even before its first birthday, Bacchanal Buffet had served its one-millionth hungry diner. An incredible, yet not surprising, feat given that the Caesars Palace buffet is widely considered tops in town. “We have continued to be creative and push the envelope even after being crowned the best buffet in Las Vegas,” says Executive Chef Michael van Staden. “We have plenty of tricks up our sleeves [for year two].” The menu boasts more than 500 freshly made items, and chefs are adding new dishes all the time. Specialty offerings such as chilled pea soup with crab, braised rabbit and osso buco are new additions to the ever-changing menu.
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RideRs soaR on Voodoo Zip Line Have a need for speed? Then the VooDoo Zip Line is for you. In a breathtaking 1 minute and 10 seconds, zip-line riders travel at speeds of up to 33 miles per hour, experiencing an open-air view of the Las Vegas Strip while suspended nearly 500 feet above the ground. The VooDoo Zip Line propels two guests at a time from the VooDoo Lounge, located atop Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino’s 50-story Masquerade tower, to the resort’s Ipanema tower. But the trip doesn’t end there. Riders return to the starting point facing backward—a sure way to keep your adrenaline pumping.
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To celebrate their five-year anniversary and an extension to perform there through 2014, Flamingo Las Vegas has renamed its iconic showroom the “Donny & Marie Showroom.” “As soon as I saw the beautiful showroom at the Flamingo, I knew that it would be the perfect place for us to perform,” Donny Osmond says of the honor. “It is such a rich part of Las Vegas history.”
dog days of Vegas Pets get pampered with Caesars Entertainment’s posh PetStay program. Guests checking in with their four-legged friends at any of the company’s eight Las Vegas proper ties receive a doggie bag of treats. This includes food and water dishes, a map of dog-walking routes and a list of contacts for veterinarians, pet walkers, sitters and groomers. Dogs must weigh less than 50 pounds and have to be leashed and accompanied by the owner when walking through designated common areas. Crates are provided for dogs left alone in the room. The PetStay program has an upgrade fee of $75 per night.
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FIZZ: ChampaGne Wishes and CaViar dreams Reminiscent of their Los Angeles home, Elton John and David Furnish have created a spot for “sophisticated socializing.” FIZZ, a chic 2,750-square-foot champagne lounge at Caesars Palace, features high-end champagnes by the glass and carefully curated spirits. A menu, created by Elton’s personal chef, includes exquisite caviar, charcuterie and small plates. The lounge—rich in gold and muted tones—is a throwback to the style of 1970s designer David Hicks. Photos from the couple’s personal collection adorn the walls. “Spending so much time in Las Vegas, we wanted a space that would reflect our personal style and become an extension of the way we entertain at home,” says Furnish.
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Rocker Rod Stewart will be singing “Hot Legs” and kicking soccer balls into the crowd for two more years. In announcing his decision to keep his show, “Rod Stewart: The Hits.,” rolling in Las Vegas, the two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee had high praise for performing on the Strip. “The Colosseum at Caesars Palace is one of the best venues in the entire world,” he says. “There’s not a bad seat in the house, and it sounds great—I love it here.” Stewart’s high-energy show includes “Tonight’s the Night,” “You Wear It Well” and “Some Guys Have All the Luck.”
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Chef Giada De Laurentiis is about to turn her lifelong dream into a “delicious reality.” The author and Food Network star has announced plans to open her first restaurant here in Las Vegas in early 2014. De Laurentiis will serve California-influenced Italian cuisine in a sleek and modern second-story room with large glass windows offering diners spectacular views of the Strip. “Ever since I was a little girl hanging out at my grandfather’s restaurant, I’ve dreamed of having a restaurant of my own,” says De Laurentiis. “The location and the views were just too good to pass up.”
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There are six treatments on the Nobu Spa menu. In addition to the Nagomi Ritual, guests can choose from two body rituals or two facials— the anti-aging cosmetic lift Diamond Radiance facial or the O 2 Awakening, which infuses pure oxygen molecules into the skin. Nobu Spa also offers a customized body wrap featuring either citrus-oriented ingredients, mud derived from the Dead Sea or a treatment that uses hot and cold elements. All Nobu Spa body wraps are performed under a Vichy shower.
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POPPING wIth ExcItEmENt As you rode in from the airport, you probably asked your cabbie, “What’s that?!” The answer: the High Roller— a 550-foot-tall observation wheel that will have riders floating over the neon Strip on a 30-minute trip in an airconditioned, glass-enclosed cabin. The High Roller is the centerpiece of the Strip’s first walkable outdoor entertainment district, The LINQ, which is home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, shops and nightlife venues such as Brooklyn Bowl, a 32-lane bowling alley that transforms into a 2,000-person concert hall. Unique boutiques include hipster haven KOTO, the stylish Goorin Bros. hat shop, the American flagship store of Chilli Beans eyewear and Polaroid Fotobar—where innovative images take shape.
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Linked to The LINQ, the quirky Quad is known for its high-energy Dealertainers and dazzling Divas. Card sharks will find celebrityimpersonating Dealertainers on the casino floor, while Frank Marino’s Divas Las Vegas features a cast of celebrity female impersonators— guys being gals—in a stage show of singing superstars. The recently renovated resort has also upped the design ante on the 75,000-square-foot casino floor. In addition, The Quad is home to The Auto Collections (the world’s largest classic-car showroom), O’Sheas Casino and Food Network star Guy Fieri’s first Las Vegas restaurant.
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No other city alters its skyline with as much frequency as Las Vegas. And it’s changing again. Work this year shifted to the Center Strip. The most dramatic (and obvious) addition is the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel, which anchors The LINQ, a shopping district with around-the-clock entertainment. Bally’s Las Vegas Longevity rewarded. The city’s last remaining showgirl production, Donn Arden’s Jubilee!, celebrated its 32nd anniversary this past summer; and now, the iconic show has a redesigned hotel tower named after it. The Jubilee Tower contains 756 remodeled hotel rooms including 121 one- and two-bedroom suites ranging from 800 to 1,600 square feet in size. Also new at Bally’s: Drai’s After Hours and VÉRONIC Voices, which stars female tribute artist Véronic DiCaire paying homage to the world’s most popular female recording artists.
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Before the big-name DJs ever stepped behind the decks in the clubs of Las Vegas, there was Drai’s. For nearly two decades, the opulent after-hours club located in the dark depths of what was once Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall & Saloon, thumped away with house music— before EDM (“electronic dance music” for those in the know) was even coined a term. Victor Drai is the nightlife guru who’s been here the whole time. His presence is so constant that when Bill’s closed, Drai’s simply picked up and moved across the street.
The Moroccan-born 20-year veteran of the Vegas club scene was a movie producer in a former life (Weekend at Bernie’s, The Woman in Red), before he began catering to the insomniacs of Las Vegas. So he’s witnessed how the club scene has evolved, both in Europe, where it’s been going strong for over two decades, and in Las Vegas, where it’s emerged as a mainstream form of entertainment just within the past few years. When electronic music became big in Las Vegas, Drai was part of the initial push, opening two mega clubs—XS and Tryst—that set the trend for the atmosphere and high-end service that today is synonymous with the Las Vegas club scene. “People come to Vegas to party,” he says. “That’s the change—music is part of it. Who knows what it’s going to be two or ten years from now. The music might be different, but the nightclubs will stay and people will still party. The party doesn’t change much; it’s just the evolution of the nightclub.” Like the scene, Drai adapts as well. He’s planning to open two new concepts in a boutique Las Vegas hotel soon: a rooftop beach club, as well as a 65,000-square-foot nightclub. The space that currently houses Drai’s at Bally’s Las Vegas will transform into another concept—one he’s keeping under wraps for now. But no matter which of his venues you frequent Victor Drai will still be there, making sure there’s a party happening for those who want to find it.
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IN A NeW York StAte of MINd When it comes to great food destinations, New York always leads the pack. So it’s no wonder, when the dining revolution hit Las Vegas, that top chefs and restaurateurs from the great city were clamoring to get in on the scene here. Soon, outposts of popular classic Big Apple restaurants—and some shiny new ones—began popping up everywhere along our four-mile Strip. So many in fact that we had to narrow our “NY Strip” down to a lucky seven—all of which can be found at Caesars Palace.
MESA Grill Bobby Flay brings heat and flavor to the table of his Mesa Grill restaurant. One of the first bigname chefs to open in Las Vegas when he set up shop a stone’s throw from the Caesars Palace race and sports book nearly 10 years ago, Flay’s crew is still serving big, bold Southwestern flavors today. For Flay, it’s all about textures, spices and heat. That means plenty of chili peppers to balance the fresh fruit flavors, such as mango and papaya, found in his dishes.
Mesa Grill’s prickly-pear margarita and ancho chili-honey glazed salmon (above) and tiger shrimp and roasted-corn tamale (left).
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SErEndipit y 3 It may have originated in New York City, but we think the triple-digit temperatures of Las Vegas lend themselves better as a sipping spot for a Frrrozen Hot Chocolate: the signature blended icy beverage—featuring 20 types of chocolate—that’s so good First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis once asked for the recipe but was politely turned down by owner Stephen Bruce. The casual café with a Strip-side patio serves comfort-food favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as its share of drugstore sundaes, milkshakes and floats.
“The Las Vegas dining scene is one of the best in the world. Vegas is a foodies’ dream with the amount of variety and dining hot spots that this culinary destination offers.” —Jeffrey Bank, Carmine’s
pAyArd pâtiSSEriE & BiStro Perfect pastries and decadent desserts are what thirdgeneration French pastry chef François Payard is serving up in his charming patisserie. Named “Pastry Chef of the Year” by the James Beard Foundation in 1995, the chef opened his namesake bistro in New York two years later before bringing his chocolate confections to Las Vegas. In addition to packaged treats, the location here has a small dining room with a centered showcase kitchen, plus counter service where guests can grab fresh pastries, made-to-order omelettes and panini.
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rAo’S There is little to no chance of securing a table at the original, famously tiny, 10-table Rao’s in East Harlem. Lucky for us, they grew the Caesars Palace space to 175 tables complete with two side rooms off the main dining area that are exact replicas of the original. Rao’s chefs prepare Italian dishes using family recipes passed down for generations (like Uncle Vincent’s lemon chicken). The original Rao’s opened in New York in 1896.
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Even Annabelle, Old Homestead’s celebrity cow, made the cross-country journey to her new home. She’s now proudly displayed over the entrance. For co-owner Marc Sherry, who has been running the Meatpacking District digs for decades with his brother, Greg, bringing “Texas-size slabs of porterhouse, whale-size lobster and award-winning wine” to Caesars Palace was a no-brainer. And if you thought Rao’s had history, well, Old Homestead dates back to 1868: U.S. Presidents Andrew Johnson and Harry Truman are said to have dined there.
CArMinE’S Bigger is better at Carmine’s, where mounds of pasta arrive on enormous platters. But even the room is huge. A behemoth 27,000-square-foot, multilevel space, with north of 750 seats and 9 private dining areas, it’s equally as stunning as the mammoth dishes coming from the kitchen. “Las Vegas presents visitors an over-the-top experience,” says Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Bank. “Carmine’s serves as a destination where guests are ‘wowed’ at the table with the large, family-style portions.”
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The flagship restaurant in New York’s Greenwich Village spawned a sisterhood of siblings the world over, including in Puerto Rico and Tokyo—all serving authentic Abruzzoregion cuisine. We’re talking farm-fresh meat, fish and vegetables in an Old World atmosphere. Meals at The Forum Shops at Caesars location end with the traditional lemon liqueur, limoncello.
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So what does a busy chef and Food Network star make for the holidays? Well, Bobby Flay is a traditionalist. “My food is always about taking classic dishes and putting my spin on them, so my mashed potatoes will have plenty of butter and cream, but they’ll also be topped with a green-chile queso sauce,” he says. “I introduced it to my friends and family several years ago, and now I have to serve it every year.”
5 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and largely diced Kosher salt 2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened and cut into pieces, plus 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 tablespoons flour 4 cups hot whole milk 2 pounds Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated ½ pound sharp white-cheddar cheese, coarsely grated 3 roasted poblano chilies, peeled, seeded and finely diced 2 roasted jalapeño chilies, peeled, seeded and finely diced 1½-2½ cups heavy cream, heated Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg Freshly ground black pepper Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish 1. Put potatoes in a large pot and cover with two inches of cold water. Add two tablespoons of kosher salt, bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. 2. While the potatoes are cooking, melt four tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for one minute. Slowly whisk in four cups of hot milk, increase the heat to medium-high and continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and the flour taste has been cooked out, about seven minutes. Remove from the heat and slowly whisk in the cheeses, a handful at a time, then add chilies and season with nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm. 3. Drain the potatoes well, and return to the pot over low heat to dry out, then run the potatoes through a food mill into a large glass bowl. Add the remaining butter and warm cream to the potatoes and using a wooden spoon, gently mix until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
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Black Jersey Twisted Tank dress ($1,995); Donna Karan/Crystals at CityCenter. Eamz Pump ($290); United Nude/unitednude.com. Double Tassel Necklace ($48); Ily Couture/ilycouture.com. MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Cream ($23); Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
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Leather sleeve top by Rebecca Taylor ($375), black short by Rag & Bone ($325); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Hero Boot Hi ($230); United Nude/ unitednude.com. MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Cream ($23), Sephora Collection limited-edition “Pretty in Punk” Palette Yeux Graphix in Smokey Violet; Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
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Lace blouse by Rebecca Taylor ($325); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Adeline dress ($1,200); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars. MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Cream ($23); Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. DiorShow Mono shadow in Gris Montaigne ($29); Dior Beauty/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. Sephora Collection Celebrity Lashes ($10); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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Black embossed-silk twopocket blazer ($2,314), black quilted silk jacket ($4,036) and quilted silk pencil skirt ($1,722); ETRO/etro.com. Sephora Collection False Lashes in “Flair” ($10); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. DiorShow Fusion Mono shadow in Millenium ($29); Dior Beauty/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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Collarless leather racer jacket ($898); Coach/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Burnett leather pant ($1,200); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Hero Boot Hi ($230); United Nude/unitednude.com. Sephora Collection Individual Lashes ($10); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
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Black blouse by Alexander McQueen ($350), leather belt by Hervé Léger ($998); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Burnett pant ($1,200); L.K.Bennett/The Forum Shops at Caesars. MAKE UP FOR EVER Diamond Shadow in Black ($21); Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. DiorShow Mono shadow in Cosmos ($29); Dior Beauty/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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160 signature stores. 36 world class restaurants. 1 uniquely venetian experience. Fendi cuadra diane von Furstenberg tory burch christian louboutin jimmy choo michael kors burberry canali sushisamba salvatore Ferragamo bauman rare books tao asian bistro & nightclub cut by wolFgang puck buddy v’s ristorante wolFgang puck’s postrio bar & grill emeril lagasse’s delmonico steakhouse
24-hour shopping line: 702.414.4500 • thegrandcanalshoppes.com
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ON SOPHIA: Gold top by Faith Collection ($330); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Gold bracelet with bejeweled ball closure ($243), Lucite bracelet with gold underlay ($300), silver two-band cuff with rod closure ($425) and tortoise bejeweled horn-shape earrings ($617); ETRO/etro.com.
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ON AlONA: Leather top by pierre Balmain ($850); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Dot Collection silver-pavĂŠ disc flex cuff with diamonds ($4,500) and silver bold flex cuff ($1,495), and palu Collection large silver disc flex cuff in 18-karat gold ($3,495) and large round ring in 18-karat gold ($1,100); John hardy/johnhardy.com.
Heavy Metal Bands, Bangles And Bling To Rock The Night Away p h oto g r a p h e D o n lo C at i o n i n t h e a p e x s u i t e at p l a n e t h o l ly w o o D r e s o r t & C a s i n o
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Vintage octagon ring ($850), necklace ($950) and round pendant ($400), ambrosia cuff with black onyx ($3,200) and Mercer cuff ($1,350); Judith Ripka/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. Black sleeveless dress with shoulder embellishment ($3,051); ETRO/etro.com. Rouge Dior lip color in Rialto ($32); Dior Beauty/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. 54
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Vintage lace cat ears (price upon request); iCJuk/icjuk.com. “Only Music Can Save us� tank top ($32); Junk Food/ junkfoodclothing.com. Metallica axel paneled skinny jean ($165); Level 99/ amazon.com. Rose ring ($590), triple motif chain necklace ($1,155) and extra-large link bracelet with crown heart clasp ($2,170); king Baby Studio/ appian Way Shops at Caesars palace. Diamond Shadow in Black ($21); Dior Beauty/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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Vintage lace cat ears (price upon request); iCJuk/icjuk.com. Embellished sweatshirt by pierre Balmain ($1,195); Neiman Marcus/ Fashion Show. On right hand: La D de Dior 38-mm watch ($7,100). Left hand: La D de Dior 38-mm quartz watch with steel, diamonds and onyx ($9,200); Dior Boutique/Crystals at CityCenter. Rouge Dior lip color in Darling ($32); Dior Beauty/The Forum Shops at Caesars. “pretty in punk” palette yeux Graphix in Burgundy; Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at planet hollywood Resort & Casino.
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ON SOPHIA: Black sheer dress from TORN by Ronny kobo ($298); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Copernicus ring in 18-karat noble gold with diamonds ($12,200), Oscar Niemeyer cuff in 18-karat yellow gold ($5,200), kepler earrings in 18-karat yellow gold ($3,000); h.Stern/ Crystals at CityCenter. Black wool jacket with embroidered details ($4,379); ETRO/etro.com. ON AlONA: Gold Statement necklace by Oscar de La Renta ($495); Neiman Marcus/Fashion Show. Black leather ski pant ($3,495) and black turtleneck ($795); Bally/The Forum Shops at Caesars. Sephora Collection “On the Fringes” Lace Lashes ($10), “pretty in punk” palette yeux Graphix in Smokey Violet; Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at planet hollywood Resort & Casino.
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Frivole 4 flowers necklace with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold on black ravena ($66,500); Van Cleef & arpels/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. LiZZEy dress ($275); Ted Baker/The Forum Shops at Caesars. MakE up FOR EVER aqua Cream ($23), Sephora Collection Flutter Lash ($10); Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at planet hollywood Resort & Casino.
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Sequin jacket by haute hippie ($795); Neiman Marcus/ Fashion Show. Talisman Wisdom Medal (price upon request); De Beers/The Forum Shops at Caesars. DiorShow Fusion Mono shadow in Millenium ($29); Dior Beauty/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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Tiffany 1837 interlockingcircles necklace in Rubedo速 metal and silver ($8,000), Tiffany 1837 ultra-wide cuff in sterling silver ($1,250) and Tiffany 1837 extra-wide cuff in sterling silver ($950); Tiffany & Co./The Forum Shops at Caesars. Black-silk flutter top ($695); Donna karan/Crystals at CityCenter.
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PRETTY PAIRINGS COCKTAIL RINGS, LIPSTICKS, NAIL LACQUERS & WINES
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ReSTAURANT TO be SeeN IN: REStAuRANt GuY SAVOY At CAESARS PALACE FOR ReseRVatiONs: (702) 731-7286
to create per fect food and wine pairings. We’re taking it a step further. But when matching wine with fashion, it’s more about
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complementing colors: a rich merlot matches
WeARING A cOcKTAIL RING bY: dE BEERS Aura Solitaire ring De Beers/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
beautifully with luxe red gemstones, while sparkling champagnes pair nicely with gold
WITh MATchING NAIL LAcqUeR bY: FORMuLA X for SEPhORA The Celestials in Sparklebomb ($12.50); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
and glittery jewels. so whether your choice is bubbly or Bordeaux, spark the conversation and coordinate your
LIpSTIcK bY: MARC JACOBS BEAut Y Lovemarc lip gel in Strange Magic ($30); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
style to what you’re sipping with these stunning cocktail rings and perfectly paired lip-and nail-combinations.
“Ohh, tell me whatcha sippin’ on Baby, baby, baby”
JA N UA R Y
—Britney Spears, “What You Sippin’ On” ReSTAURANT TO be SeeN IN: EIFFEL tOWER REStAuRANt At PARIS LAS VEGAS FOR ReseRVatiONs: (702) 948-6937
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hOLDING A GLASS OF SAUTeRNeS WINe: ChAtEAu d’ YquEM, SAutERNES, 1995 WeARING A cOcKTAIL RING bY: tIFFANY & CO. Cushion-Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond ring; Tiffany & Co./The Forum Shops at Caesars. WITh MAT MATchING NAIL LAcqUeR AND LIp LIpSTIcK bY: butterLON butterLONdON All Hail the Queen Lips and Tips set ($25); Butter London/ butterLONDON.com.
ReSTAURANT TO be SeeN IN: MON AMI GABI At PARIS LAS VEGAS FOR ReseRVatiONs: (702) 944-4224 hOLDING A GLASS OF ReD WINe: ChâtEAu ChEVAL BLANC, MERLOt, 2008 WeARING A cOcKTAIL RING bY: (pictuRed OppOsite page) JudIth RIPkA Monaco ring; Judith Ripka/ The Forum Shops at Caesars. WITh MATchING NAIL LAcqUeR bY: AZAtuRE NAIL LACquER in Vernis ($24); Azature/azature.com. LIpSTIcK bY: SEPhORA COLLECtION CREAM LIP StAIN in Endless Purple ($12); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
OppOsite page: Gilded blouse in eggplant with black sleeves ($413); etro/etro.com. Monaco ring ($1,100); Judith ripka/the Forum shops at caesars. Vernis nail lacquer in nuit ($24); Dior Beauty/the Forum shops at caesars.
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hOLDING A GLASS OF SAUVIGNON bLANc WINe: CLOudY BAY, SAuVIGNON BLANC, 2013 WeARING A cOcKTAIL RING bY: BuLGARI High Jewelry amethyst ring in yellow gold ; Bulgari/Crystals at CityCenter. WITh MATchING NAIL LAcqUeR bY:
dEBORAh LIPPMANN “Stronger” nail color created with Kelly Clarkson ($19); Deborah Lippmann/deborahlippmann.com. LIpSTIcK bY: MARC JACOBS BEAut Y Lovemarc lip gel in Little Pretty ($30); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. VEGAS PlAyEr m a g a z i ne
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envied by ladies worldwide, how does l.K.Bennett cater to its international clientele? Stylish women around the world look to L.K.Bennett for fashion that works for their busy lifestyle—beautiful pieces that coordinate easily and make them effortlessly chic. what should the L.K.bennett woman be shopping for this season? She’s shopping for shoes that complete her holiday look, and for us, it’s the Red Gloss Patent. Every woman loves a red pump, especially during party season.
You may not know the brand (yet), but you definitely know the heel. L.K.Bennett—the creator of the famed “Sledge” pump (a perfect nude heel)— has opened in The Forum Shops at Caesars. Among the pump’s admirers: the duchess of Cambridge Kate middleton. Founded in 1990 by Linda Kristin Bennett, originally as a destination for feminine footwear, this London-based fashion house is no longer just known for its modern take on the kitten heel. Adopted as a favorite of celebrities and stylish women, L.K.Bennett quickly grew to include a women’s line, accessories and jewelry while establishing itself at the forefront of fashion with sophisticated desk-to-dinner looks. Here, mark Alden Lukas, L.K.Bennett’s vice president of marketing, explains who the L.K.Bennett woman is and what she’s shopping for this season.
INTERvIEwEd BY CHRIsTIE MOELLER Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton is a fan of L.K.Bennett’s “Sledge” pump
t us ab tell out your design process. about We design to interpret trends and create complete looks. It starts with our heritage in shoes. Bags and ready-to-wear collections complement the shoes in a way that they can be put together with your own creative flair. in fashion, we often break rules. that said, do you have any steadfast rules you don’t stray from? We are proud of our creative approach. We are driven by color, shape and material—but we always think about comfort. That is reflected in our shoes, the functionality and beauty of our bags, and the natural stretch in our clothing. What are the three must-have items from your Fall/Winter collection? Right now, it’s our Florete Point Toe Pump in patent leather, the Rosamund bag that says chic and modern, and the Adela dress in crepe fabric that refuses to wrinkle and is defined by a lovely twist detail. What instantly identifies a design as l.K.Bennett? When it’s feminine and sophisticated with a touch of glamour, then it’s L.K.Bennett. Our British heritage spurs us to reinvent classics and make them modern. Our bold use of color speaks volumes about our customer and how she likes to make a statement.
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CrystalsAtCityCenter.com • Located next to ARIA Resort & Casino • Clothing and Accessories provided by Donna Karan • Jewelry provided by Bulgari
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Embroidered leather biker jacket ($1,221); miH Jeans/mih-jeans.com.
Lace sneaker ($248); marc by marc Jacobs/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
FRENdS “Leather Lace” headphones ($380); Barbara Bui/barbarabui.com.
LEATHER & LACE
GIvE TO mE YOUR LEATHER. TAKE FROm mE...mY LACE.
PAuL SMIth Leather and ribbed cuff gloves ($340); Paul Smith/ Crystals at CityCenter.
SEPhORA Sephora Collection “On the Fringes” m Lace Lashes ($10); Sephora/miracle mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino and The Forum Shops at Caesars.
OASIS Lace bow detail sock ($5); Oasis/ oasis.andotherbrands.com.
SANdRO Toile crocodile-quilted top ($305); Sandro/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
dkNY Black lace and leather pump ($245); dKNY/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
tEd BAkER LONdON LACI pointed-toe bootie ($250); Ted Baker/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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the official champagne of new year’s eve, times square
Moët & Chandon ® Champagne, © 2013 Imported by Moët Hennessy USA, Inc., New York, N.Y. Celebrate Responsibly.
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VALENtINO Swarovski crystal poudre rockstud pump ($3,545) and pearl lock bag ($3,395); valentino/The he Forum Shops at Caesars.
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Emmanuelle high heel sandal ($375) and Flower Cluster mini Bag ($295); Tory Burch/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.
THE mOST CLASSIC OF dUETS
LONGChAMP Roseau box heel ($435) and box bag ($765); Longchamp/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.
VINCE CAMutO Jamily heel ($110) and Aubri tote ($298); vince Camuto/Fashion Show.
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Leather Leopard Haircalf Satchel in Grey ($495) and Cordovan Leather Oxford Ankle Bootie in Black ($365); dKNY/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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Our Wave Pendant Collection comes in several styles and sizes and is available in 14K Yellow, White or Rose Gold
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tIFFANY & CO. Atlas bangle ($9,000) and cocktail watch ($23,400); Tiffany & Co./ The Forum Shops at Caesars.
IVANkA tRuMP metropolis cuff in 18-karat yellow gold with diamonds ($39,500); Ivanka Trump/ ivankatrumpcollection.com.
huBLOt Big Bang Gold Zebra Bang 41-mm watch in 18-karat red gold ($42,300); Hublot/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
WATCHES & BANGLES
CHIC ANd PROmPT! PAIR BANGLE BRACELETS WITH YOUR TImEPIECE.
hENRI BENdEL BENdd EL The Glamorous Stack Set ($248 or sold separately $58–$78); Henri Bendel/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.
COACh h Legacy sport gold-plated bracelet watch ($298) and wide turnlock plaque bracelet in gold ($198); Coach/coach.com.
GuCCI G-Gucci watch in stainless steel with lilac dial ($750), Bamboo Collection medium bracelet in 18-karat white gold with diamonds ($13,200) and thin bracelet in 18-karat white gold ($1,695); Gucci/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
BuLGARI BZero1 white-ceramic and black-ceramic bracelet, both in 18-karat pink gold ($6,300 each) and Bulgari Bulgari stainless-steel 33-mm watch in pink gold with diamonds and white alligator band ($9,650); Bulgari/ Crystals at CityCenter.
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tARINA tARANtINO Eleonora necklace ($55); Tarina Tarantino/ tarinatarantino.com.
RAkANI What Time? watch ($150); Rakani/ rakani.com.
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dIOR hOMME Black calf leather and wool-flannel high-top sneaker ($790); dior Homme/diorhomme.com.
Penelope shirt ($325); Thomas Pink/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
BLACK & WHITE
SOmETImES THINGS ARE JUST BET TER IN BLACK ANd WHITE
BALLY “Pixie” black/white handbag ($1,795); Bally/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
ARChIPELAGO BOtANICALS Black Forest room diffuser ($48); Archipelago Botanicals/ shoparchipelago.com.
BuRBERRY White glossy calfskin animal-print shift dress ($5,500); Burberry/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
CONVERSE BY JOhN VARVAtOS
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Chuck Taylor double-zip high-top faux snakeskin leather sneaker ($170); John varvatos/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
JONAthAN AdLER Op Art Coasters ($48); Jonathan Adler/jonathanadler.com.
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choose from 2 case colors choose mineral or sapphire crystal choose from 19 different sub-hand colors choose from 19 different hand colors choose from 33 different dial colors choose from 19 different bezel colors
choose from 14 different strap colors
The Amazing Boccia ID Watch Configurator Design your own watch on our all new Boccia ID Chrono Configurator. Design it today. Wear it tomorrow. 12,675,432 Possibilities! 45mm case • water-resistant to 330 ft., from $225
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TeNo Miracle Mile Shops Planet Hollywood 702-735-8366
The TitanFactory Miracle Mile Shops Planet Hollywood 702-735-1693
TeNo The Shoppes at Mandalay Place 702-259-0565
A selection of Boccia ID is also available on Amazon.com
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VERSACE Studded wedge loafer ($1,295); versace/Crystals at CityCenter.
MARNI Silver calf-leather bag ($780); marni/Crystals at CityCenter.
FENdI Fur monster charm for handbag ($700); Fendi/The Forum Shops at Caesars.
PREPPY & PUNK
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h.StERN Iris earring in 18-karat rose and noble gold with black diamonds ($15,500); H.Stern/Crystals at CityCenter.
PAuL SMIth Travel-size electric guitar ($650); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter.
Jacquard wool bag with bison straps ($1,790) and Nappa leather and suede shoe ($990); miu miu/ Crystals at CityCenter.
ROBERtO CAVALLI Red-mink clutch with rhinestone cuff handle ($2,280); Roberto Cavalli/ Crystals at CityCenter.
JIMMY ChOO SPARKLER pointedtoe pump in black patent-leather Perspex with studs ($1,050); Jimmy Choo/Crystals at CityCenter.
BuLGARI diva sunglasses ($650); Bulgari/Crystals at CityCenter.
NANEt tE LEPORE man Hunter clutch ($298); Nanette Lepore/Crystals at CityCenter.
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LuSh COSMEtICS Emotional brilliance liquid lipstick in drive ($18.95) and Fantasy ($18.95); Lush Cosmetics/Fashion Show.
JIMMY ChOO Sprecchio pumps with fur pom-poms ($1,195); Jimmy Choo/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian| The Palazzo and Saks Fifth Avenue/Fashion Show.
RALPh LAuREN REN Woven gold earrings ($6,400); Ralph Lauren/Grand Canal Shoppes, he Palazzo. The venetian|The
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Altiplano watch (price upon request); Piaget/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian| The Palazzo.
Bordeaux leather dress with contrast ponte detail ($795); Halston Heritage/ Fashion Show.
Crewneck merino-wool sweater in deep Purple ($98); Original Penguin/ Fashion Show.
JENNIFER FIShER Brass three-peak spine cuff ($865); Barneys New York/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The Palazzo.
dIANE VON FuRStENBERG Jemma purple shiny whips ($325); diane von Furstenberg/ Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The Palazzo.
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PENROSE Navy, purple and gold tie ($165); Barneys New York/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The Palazzo.
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I.N.C. INtERNAtIONAL CONCEPtS Flats ($79.50); macy’s/Fashion Show.
VINCE CAMutO
kAtE SPAdE Turn the corner plate necklace ($328) and earring ($98); Kate Spade/Fashion Show.
Kevia bootie ($139), horn clutch ($158), black stud collar necklace ($108) and black stud cuff ($88); vince Camuto/ Fashion Show.
ANImAL PRINTS & HARdWARE ANI SLEEK, EYE-CATCHING ST YLE THAT ’S A LIT TLE WILd
ChLOé LOé Elsie bag with beads (price upon request); Chloé/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The he Palazzo.
uNO dE 50 Warning women’s leather and silver bracelet ($295); Uno de 50/Fashion Show and Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The Palazzo.
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Chelsea boot ($350), patent-leather Flippy skirt ($450), sheer panel jumper ($130), red-collar Longline jacket ($660); Topshop Unique/Fashion Show.
Quilted vest with sweater trim and gold accents ($79), cotton jersey legging with ankle zip ($49); Calvin Klein Performance/ Fashion Show.
PINtO RANCh Old Gringo suedeleather faded leopardprint cowgirl boot ($420); Pinto Ranch/ Fashion Show.
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BAuMAN RARE BOOkS The Book of Common Prayer, Š1662 ($7,200); Bauman Rare Books/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The Palazzo.
dIANE VON FuRStENBERG Hazel top in Brazen Plum ($298), vincent jacket in Blue Iris ($598), Brandy pant in Pink Frost ($945); Obi geometric belt in Prune ($245); diane von Furstenberg/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian| The Palazzo.
ROBERt GRAhAM Finfolk sports coat ($598); Robert Graham/Fashion Show.
CARMEN MARC VALVO dress ($595); Saks Fifth Avenue/ Fashion Show.
BOSS velvet sport coat ($595), shirt ($285), pant ($195); Saks Fifth Avenue/Fashion Show.
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CANALI Pure silk bowtie with deco pattern ($150 each); Canali/Grand Canal Shoppes, The venetian|The Palazzo.
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hOOk & ALBERt Pewter metallic flower lapel ($950), monsieur Jean Yves feather and silk pre-tied bowtie ($495); Saks Fifth Avenue/Fashion Show.
tOPMAN Navy pocket square ($12); Topman/Fashion Show.
ALFANI Jacket ($125), shirt ($59), jean ($29.98); macy’s men’ss Store/ Fashion Show.
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“ These fingers of mine have brains in them. Jerry Lee is raising the bar. Every day in every way,” says the reedy Martin Kaye, who portrays Jerry Lee Lewis in the Tony® Award-winning musical Million Dollar Quartet at Harrah’s Las Vegas. The interjections are typical of the smart-alecky piano player’s remarks throughout the show. The confident Lewis is, as Kaye describes, a “wise guy.” Lewis was a talented up-andcomer who at just 19-years-old found himself in a room—the Sun Records studio in Memphis, to be exact—with
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superstars Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins. What resulted was a legendary jam session that is now immortalized in Million Dollar Quartet. “This show is four friends just jamming,” explains Kaye of the once-in-a-lifetime meeting of this fab four. “ The music is organic. We’re playing live every night, so there is remarkable energy.”
Million Dollar Quartet is inspired by the true story of the famed recording session of December 4, 1956, which united icons Jerry Lee Lewis (played by Martin Kaye), Carl Perkins (Robert Britton Lyons), Elvis Presley (Tyler Hunter) and Johnny Cash (Benjamin D. Hale).
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Britney SpearS grew up before our eyes. First appearing as a contestant on Star Search and in commercials, she shot to fame as a preteen after landing a role on the Mickey MouSe club. The young Disney star showed tremendouS talent, drive and confidence—and by age 17, had a chart-topping, BeSt-Selling alBum. But like so many child stars thrust into an intense spotlight, the burden of fame was a heavy weight that often threatened to crush her talent. Spears never let that happen, and now she’s tackling her BiggeSt career move yet: She’s signed a two-year residency where the lights shine the brightest—laS vegaS. iS She ready? aBSolutely.
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desert, just outside Las Vegas. It’s pitch-black, except for the glare of a few spotlights on the dry lake bed. The hum of generators is drowned out by the frenzied screams of more than 1,300 fans, who met on the Strip and were bused to this secret location in the middle of the night to greet the pop icon. They include a number of young women in pigtails and schoolgirl uniforms, re-creating the classic Britney look from the days of her monster hit single, “…Baby One More Time.” Finally, a helicopter touches down. And after nearly a year of rumors, Spears makes it official. She’s coming to Las Vegas. But why Vegas? For Spears, settling down and working in one place has more than a little appeal. “When you tour, it’s so hard on the body,” she says. “I look back and I don’t know how I did it. Being in one place is cool. It’s a more stable environment”— not only for her but for her two sons, Sean Preston, 8, and Jayden, 7, who will also be making the trips. “Las Vegas is a fun place,” she adds. “There is so much going on. The energy here is incredible. You feel it walking through the casino. Everybody is here to have a good time.” Spears admits the schedule will be grueling (she’ll perform 96 shows over the next two years at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino and will be splitting time between Los Angeles and Las Vegas). But she’s ready. Since last summer, she’s been working with a personal trainer up to four times a week. She’s in amazing shape. To prove it, Spears tweeted a photo of herself in a blue bikini while on set filming the music video for her single, “Work Bitch.” “I have not been this sore in my entire life,” she confesses. “When I started working out, I was sore for like, three days. I could hardly move. I’m really challenging myself with the choreography.” Spears is focused and determined to show the world a different side of herself when she takes the Planet Hollywood stage. Spears says she wants “Britney: Piece of Me” to be high-energy (a concert in a nightclub-like atmosphere with VIP tables and bottle service) and high fashion (she’s bringing back some of her iconic looks). “Whenever I do a show, I’m really keen on making it a show,” Spears says. “I love
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ritney Jean Spears was born in B McComb, Mississippi, and grew up in
rural Kentwood, Louisiana. The second of three children born to Lynne and James Spears, she attended dance classes, excelled in gymnastics and even in grade school sought to be the center of attention. “Ever since I was little girl, I never could sit still. I was always doing something. Jumping up and down, moving around. I was annoying,” she recalls laughing. “People would come to the house and say ‘Does she ever sit down? Does she ever calm down?’ My mom was just so used to it because that was the way I was. I always loved to pretend I was onstage performing.” Spears says there wasn’t one specific artist she admired growing up, but she counts Otis Redding, Sheryl Crow and Whitney Houston among her musical influences. “It’s hard to pick one person. I looked up to so many, actually. I do love Shania Twain,” she says of the country superstar who performs just across the street from her at Caesars Palace. Spears rose to fame swiftly. Following The Mickey Mouse Club, she started working with an agent, cutting demo tapes. Eventually one caught the ear of music executives at Jive Records, who signed her to a contract. Her first album, ...Baby One More Time, was released in January 1999. It debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200 charts and was double-platinum within a month. The album went on to sell more than 10 million copies that year. “It was kind of like a dream,” she recalls. “I’m from a small town and I wasn’t expecting anything. When it happened, it was kind of surreal. I got so busy traveling that I was oblivious to it all. I didn’t even realize what was happening. It was like a dream that I never woke up from. It was pretty spectacular.” Her follow-up album, Oops!... I Did It Again, was released just a year later. It topped the charts: Spears was rocketing her way to superstardom with everything that came with it. She embraced her fame, even reveled in it, using the MTV Video Music Awards stage for some of her most memorable
performances. In 2000, she appeared in a sequined flesh-colored bodysuit. A year later, she performed with an albino python draped across her shoulders, and in 2003, she opened the show singing Madonna’s “Like a Virgin.” When the song ended, she shared a kiss with Madonna. For her, it was all art. Nothing more. These days, Spears’ absence from the VMAs is news. She skipped this year’s award show in Brooklyn. Instead, Spears was in an L.A. dance studio preparing for Vegas. Yet a notorious VMA performance by Miley Cyrus (the two collaborated on Miley’s album, BANGERZ) drew comparisons to the young Spears. Then weeks after the VMAs, the two appeared in a scene together on the MTV special Miley: The Movement, with Cyrus saying, “Everyone takes the VMAs so seriously. You’re always gonna make people talk. You might as well make them talk for two weeks, rather than two seconds.”
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says she can relate to the struggles of today’s young stars. “It’s important to have a group of people around you who can keep you down to earth,” Spears confides. “It’s a mind-altering experience when you become a pop star at such a young age. Some people are made for it and some people aren’t. If you keep good friends around you and stay grounded, you’ll be OK.” Spears, who has pretty much lived her entire life in the public eye and been followed by pesky photographers, is asked whether she’s grown accustomed to the constant attention. “This is the thing,” she replies. “I’m actually really shy. I don’t like having my picture taken." Spears continues, “I don’t like the attention, but it’s something that comes with success. I’ve accepted the paparazzi are going to be there; I just try to wear the same thing every day so I become uninteresting.” As to whether she follows the tabloids that write about her: “I’ve never done that. I know there is rude stuff out there, but I choose not to be a part of it. It’s all kind of silly.” Instead Spears chooses to focus on her art. “I’m really excited,” she says. “‘Piece of Me’ is a labor of love. I can’t wait to perform it.”
Discography
Britney Spears, who just released her eighth studio album, has sold nearly 100 million records worldwide, making her the fourthbest-selling female artist ever in America. ...Baby One More Time (1999) Oops!... I Did It Again (2000) Britney (2001) In the Zone (2003) Blackout (2007) Circus (2008) Femme Fatale (2011)
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game and existing players to sharpen their skills,” he says. “We’re excited to be offering this to our customers.” In addition, Rini reveals that players will receive points in the WSOP.com loyalty program, called the Action Club, for every hand played. He notes that these points can be redeemed for cash to buy into future online games, or easily converted into points in Caesars Entertainment’s Total Rewards program to be used for discounted rooms, dining credits or show tickets. Rini adds that the site will host a number of official tournaments for players to win seats in the WSOP’s $10,000 buy-in Main Event next summer at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. “We can help people get to the Main Event for the price of a movie ticket,” he says. All-in indeed.
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FINAL TABLE 2013 A GlobAl GAme The WSOP’s 44th annual No-Limit Hold’em Championship (commonly known as the Main Event) attracted a field of 6,352 players from 83 different nations. This year’s final nine players represented five countries—Canada, France, Israel, Netherlands and the United States. The 2013 winner won a first-place prize of $8,359,531, while the other eight players shared $18,302,535. P h o t o o f f i n a l ta b l e Pa rt i c i Pa n t s c o u rt e s y o f J o e G i r o n / 2 0 1 3 W s o P
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May Your Holidays Shine Bright Like a
SPA RK L IN G & S P I R I t E d Co C K tA I L S Mixologist Adam Rains, from Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars Palace, spices spirits with garden-fresh herbs and aromatics to intensify the flavors of his cocktail creations. The Diamond Fizz (below) is his high-brow version of the French 75. “This cocktail is delicate, fragrant and zippy,” he says of combining Asian botanicals and fresh Thai Basil Blossoms with Bombay Sapphire East Gin. His Silver Ceres (left), named after the Roman goddess of the harvest, combines two types of silver tequila with Kaffir limes, creating the drink’s “bright citrus character.”
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“The holidays are a time for you to show off your entertaining skills,” says Williams, who has planned fashionable soirées for Oprah Winfrey, Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum and Zach Braff. “I always try to find new and inventive ways to make every event unique.”
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Décor: Wade Williams/picnicla.com; Town & Country event rentals/townandcountryeventrentals.com. LocATIoN: Palace Tower Suite at Caesars Palace. FLowers: Floral arrangements by Rio Pavilion Florist/riopavilionflorist.com/Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. cockTAILs: Provided by mixologist Adam Rains/ Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars Palace. INvITATIoNs: Cathy Colbert/1st Impressions Invitations/1stimpressions.com. AppeTIzers: Nobu tacos, Nobu Caesars Palace; watermelon and feta salad, Bacchanal Buffet/Caesars Palace; foie gras, Old Homestead Steakhouse/Caesars Palace. DesserTs: macaroons, lemon tart, strawberry éclair, Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro/Caesars Palace.
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DiamonD Décor Let’s be honest, your home will be overflowing with friends and family for months. People often make the mistake of thinking that a holiday is only one day when it’s actually three months of parties and dinners. If you’re entertaining at home, make sure your holiday décor reflects a theme. Unwrap and dust off your fine china and glassware, iron the linen napkins and tablecloths, and break out your silver and heirloom serving pieces. Atmosphere counts.
S i LV E r & G o L D As an alternative to the traditional blue, red and green, try gold and silver. Small pops of gemstone colors such as ruby, sapphire and emerald will add elegance and richness to your décor. D a r E to D a z z L E The more over-the-top, the better. Visit your favorite fabric store to add bright or glittery elements to your table. Use rich velvet, sheer organza or taffeta as a palate to set the tone for your centerpieces and ornamental accents.
n at u r a L E L E m E n t S Simple touches such as flocking branches and spray-painting pinecones in gold or silver tones will make your floral centerpiece eye-catching. B E B o L D Your friends get invites to dozens of cocktail parties. Make sure your invitation stands out. Everyone wants to feel like a VIP—and you can set the tone as soon as they open the envelope. Create an invitation that makes your par t y one not to be missed.
SuBtLE SurpriSES Keep your menu simple. If you usually prepare large amounts of food, scale down and serve bite-size appetizers. If you do serve a full meal, create custom menu cards and place them at each table setting. For more inspiration, try visiting Web sites like Etsy, Pinterest or Craft Gawker.
Music and décor play a big part in setting the tone for a successful dinner party.
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X dress ($590) and leather pant ($1,090); Paul Smith/Crystals at CityCenter. Sephora Collection False Lashes in “Flair” ($10); Sephora/The Forum Shops at Caesars and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. DiorShow Fusion Mono shadow in Millenium ($29); Dior Beauty/ The Forum Shops at Caesars.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
BUrGer BrASSerie A French interpretation
HASH HOUSe A GO GO Famous for its creative
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.
“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.
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.
le cAFÉ Île ST. lOUiS Whether it’s a latenight snack or an early-morning grab you’re after, this 24-hour café is a destination for specialty coffee drinks and other offerings. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-4364.
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.
Gordon Ramsay BurGR at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars Palace
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. 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. KGB: KerrY’S GOUrmeT BUrGerS
Hash House A Go Go at The Quad Resort & Casino
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.
DicK’S lAST reSOrT Sassy servers run this rowdy restaurant and pub, which prides itself as being “The Shame O’ The Strip.” Excalibur Hotel Casino, (702) 597-7991. KGB: Kerry’s Gourmet Burgers at Harrah’s Las Vegas
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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. 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.
PlAneT DAilieS This 24-hour coffee shop and 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. SÃO PAUlO cAFÉ This great breakfast and lunch spot offers classic breakfast items such as French toast, buttermilk pancakes and eggs Benedict. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, (702) 777-7777. 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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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. 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.
Serendipity 3 at Caesars Palace Mesa Grill at Caesars Palace
SUGAr FAcTOrY AmericAn BrASSerie 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.
TOBY KeiTH’S i lOVe THiS BAr & Grill 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.
TrOPicAl BreeZe cAFÉ Casual café that serves American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3111.
Spago in The Forum Shops at Caesars
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.
WOlFGAnG PUcK Fine DininG GrOUP In Las Vegas, the group owns and operates Spago, Trattoria del Lupo, Postrio, CUT, Wolfgang Puck Pizzeria & Cucina, and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill. Spago/The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 369-6300.
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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. 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.
Sushi Roku in The Forum Shops at Caesars 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 sheesh kabobs. 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. photo of sushi courtesy of sushi roKu
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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 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
Caesars PalaCe (additional $15, $20 and $25 for breakfast, lunch and dinner respectively, per visit)
carnival World Buffet rio all-suite Hotel & Casino
flavors, the Buffet HarraH’s las Vegas
Paradise Garden Buffet Flamingo las Vegas
sPice Market Buffet Planet Hollywood resort & Casino
le villaGe Buffet Paris las Vegas
villaGe seafood Buffet
rio all-suite Hotel & Casino (additional $10)
This is one all-you-can-eat smorgasbord ThaT’s worThy of The name.
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BUFFET BAccHAnAl BUFFeT A grand Roman feast. A team of talented chefs working in nine show kitchens meticulously prepares 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.
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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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FRENCH 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. 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. Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro at Caesars Palace
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.
ITALIAN cArmine’S Expect soulful family-style fare at this colossal 750-seat eatery. Serving up “wow sized” 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. FiVe50 PiZZA BAr James Beard Awardwinning Chef Shawn McClain puts his spin on classic East Coast-style pizza. This pizzeria features signature pies, inventive shared plates, small bites, handmade pastas and a selection of craft beers. Aria Resort & Casino, (877) 230-2742. 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. il mUlinO neW YOrK Owned by brothers
Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas Carmine’s in The Forum Shops at Caesars
Gino and Fernando Masci, the restaurant focuses on the hearty, rustic cuisine of the Abruzzo region—where the brothers were raised—and is known for its veal and shellfish. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 492-6000.
rAO’S The legendary East Harlem restaurant with 117 years of history brings its home-style Italian food and its famous lemon chicken to Las Vegas. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530.
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TreVi Gelato Master Hank Sbraccia’s Spaghetti Ice is a “pasta bowl” with vanilla gelato strands acting as the spaghetti, chocolate-gelato scoops as the meatballs, strawberry sauce as the marinara and shaved white chocolate as the parmesan. The Forum Shops at Caesars, (702) 735-4663.
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Yolös Mexican Grill at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
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Cabo Wabo Cantina in Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
MEXICAN cABO WABO cAnTinA Offering a blend of live music, coastal Mexican fare and premium tequila, Sammy Hagar’s Cabo Wabo Cantina serves up an all-day and all-night party in a 15,000-square-foot restaurant with Strip-side patio seating. Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 385-2226. 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. JAVier’S Exquisite, authentic Mexican cuisine. The menu features grilled seafood, steak, chicken and a selection of vegetarian dishes, plus an impressive collection of premium tequila and made-to-order margaritas. Aria Resort & Casino, (702) 590-3637.
SEAFOOD
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.
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.
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. 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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Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in The Forum Shops at Caesars
JOe’S SeAFOOD, Prime STeAK & STOne crAB 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.
OYSTer BAr Enjoy seafood favorites such as oysters, shrimp, lobster, crab, calamari or squid salad. Harrah’s Las Vegas, (702) 369-5000.
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Gordon Ramsay Steak at Paris Las Vegas
Old Homestead Steakhouse at Caesars Palace
Ruth’s Chris Steak House at Harrah’s Las Vegas
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STEAKHOUSE
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 steakhouse. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 677-3200. mOrTOn’S THe STeAKHOUSe Morton’s features prime-aged beef, seafood and signature dishes such as the braised-beef short rib and jumbo sea scallop “surf and turf,” along with an extensive wine collection. 400 East Flamingo Road, (702) 893-0703.
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 over 15,000 bottles. Caesars Palace, (702) 862-3530.
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PAmPAS cHUrrAScAriA Get skewered. This Brazilian steakhouse specializes in roasted meats—everything from sirloin to pork to chicken, cooked rotisserie-style and delivered on skewers, then carved tableside. Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, (702) 737-4748. 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.
Center Cut Steakhouse at Flamingo Las Vegas VooDoo Steak at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
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.
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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. 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. eDDie GriFFin Comedian Eddie Griffin brings his unique comedic stylings to The King’s Room. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776. Maverick Helicopter Tours
ENTERTAiNmENT
ATTRACTIONS 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. eiFFel TOWer exPerience Take romance
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. WilDliFe HABiTAT AT THe FlAminGO
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.
Poolside paradise is home to Chilean flamingos, swans, ducks, pelicans, koi and turtles. Flamingo Las Vegas, (702) 733-3111.
mAVericK AirlineS Express airplane
GOLF COURSES
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
mAVericK HelicOPTer TOUrS Ascend to the skies with Maverick Helicopters. First-class excursions above the Strip, Grand Canyon, Colorado River are enhanced by the narration of experienced pilots. Reservations: (702) 405-4300. FlyMaverick.com 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
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 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
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. 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.
rOTellA GAllerY Featuring fine-art photography from Robert Rotella and Art Wolfe, this gallery displays and sells the works of two photographers who capture the natural world. The Palazzo. (702) 431-6030.
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Céline Dion at Caesars Palace
Shania Twain at Caesars Palace
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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. elTOn JOHn World-renowned singer and songwriter Elton John
Rod Stewart at Caesars Palace
performs his well-known hits in his show, “The Million Dollar Piano.” Caesars Palace. Tickets: (800) 745-3000.
MAGIC
rOD STeWArT Ready to rock? Rod Stewart certainly is. In “Rod Stewart: The Hits,” 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.
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.
SHAniA TWAin ”SHANIA: STILL THE ONE” is a compilation of Shania
Penn & Teller The “Bad Boys of Magic” put on an edgy act mixing comedy and magic that involves knives, guns, fire and more. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776.
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.
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.
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. Penn & Teller at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
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NIGHTLIFE 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.
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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. 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. 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. FOUnDATiOn rOOm Take in the breathtaking view of the Las Vegas Strip from high atop Mandalay Bay at this fine-dining restaurant and exotic lounge. Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, (702) 632-7631. 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.
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PURE Nightclub at Caesars Palace
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Seahorse Lounge at Caesars Palace
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.
PUre lOUnGe A live music destination equipped with a state-of-the-art performance stage and LED lighting offering unplugged entertainment that kicks off at 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7873.
lAx niGHTclUB Catering to celebrities and the social jet set, LAX is a two-story nightclub. The upper level serves VIPs who scan the scene from luxury lofts above the dance floor. Luxor Las Vegas, (702) 262-4529.
PUre niGHTclUB Elevate yourself. Take the glass elevator or dramatic, twisting staircase to the enchanting 14,000-square-foot terrace that offers a party under the stars. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7873.
nAPOleOn’S DUelinG PiAnO BAr Let the duel begin. Pianists square off nightly to play your requests. Full-service bar and a menu of carefully selected champagnes available. Paris Las Vegas, (702) 946-7000.
SeAHOrSe lOUnGe The laid-back lounge features a 1,700-gallon aquarium as its focal point. Caesars Palace, (702) 731-7110.
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. 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. 124
VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
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.
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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.
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.
BeATleSHOW! As close as you can
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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.
You won’t believe your eyes—these gals really are guys. This 75-minute 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.
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! at Bally’s Las Vegas
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.
mJ liVe 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.
milliOn DOllAr QUArTeT Tony® Award-winning 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.
le rÊVe—THe DreAm Aquatic adventure features aerial acrobatics, high dives and synchronized swimmers. Performed in a theater “of the round” where no seat is farther than 40 feet from the stage. Wynn Las Vegas. Tickets: (888) 320-7110.
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.
Chippendales at Rio All-Suite Resort & Casino
Frank Marino’s Divas Las Vegas at The Quad Resort & Casino Jersey Boys at Paris Las Vegas
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X Rocks at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
Recycled Percussion at The Quad Resort & Casino
V–The Ultimate Variety Show in Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
Zarkana by Cirque du Soleil at Aria Resort & Casino
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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 pure cool 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 AnD cOcKTAilS A live documentary in the style of VH1 Storytellers meets MTV Unplugged, RockTellz and CockTails features live performances and captivating Q&A sessions with the artist. Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets: (800) 745-3000.
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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. 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. x BUrleSQUe An adult revue that combines imaginative choreography with outrageous props such as bungees, bathtubs and beds to excite the crowd and leave them eagerly wondering what’s next. Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets: (702) 733-3111. x rOcKS Get ready to rock. Las Vegas’ hottest all-rock, topless revue is a stimulating, highvoltage show pairing sensual dance routines with rock anthems from Metallica, Alice in Chains, Black Sabbath and more inside The King’s Room. Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Tickets: (702) 777-7776. ZArKAnA BY cirQUe DU SOleil Blends circus arts and acrobats to create a surreal world where physical virtuosity rubs shoulders with the bizarre. Aria Resort & Casino. Tickets: (702) 531-3800.
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Why plaid? It’s the obvious question for a guy who looks like he just stepped off a Mad Men set. “This used to be my grandfather’s suit. He was an amateur magician and a big influence on me, so it’s in homage to him. My grandmother made this from her couch,” explains Mac King, displaying the wry humor you can expect in his show, which he jokingly describes as “an extravaganza with dancing girls and monkeys.” In reality, it’s a comedy show with magic. King performs a number of sleight-of-hand card tricks, makes dollar bills rise from the ashes and baits an audience with tricks that include catching a live goldfish out of midair. Further fishy hijinks follow. “Hopefully, when you’re leaving, you say, ‘That’s the most amazing magic show I’ve ever seen—and that’s the funniest comedy show.’ I want it to be both.”
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