BYOC: Bring Your Own Caviar (The OG Inflight Upgrade That Airlines Still Don’t Understand)
There Are Two Types of Airline Passengers There are two kinds of people on airplanes: Team “whatever they hand you in a ramekin.” Team BYOC. And yes… BYOC = Bring Your Own Caviar… and yes… I coined it. The OG. 2013-ish. Back when “inflight dining” was still trying to convince us a warm nut was […]
New Trend: The Emerging Cannabis Lounges in Las Vegas
The city is always looking for new ways to attract visitors, and cannabis lounges have become a new attraction.
The Las Vegas Celebrity Chef Restaurant Revolution Continues
Las Vegas has entered the era of “celebrity chefs.” Here’s a look at who is coming to Sin City.
Cheap Dining In Vegas | 3 Great Dishes For Under $10
I wouldn’t say that I love all of these restaurants but I absolutely love a very specific dish that each restaurant offers. Here’s what you should try…..
Yes, Du-par’s is still open in Las Vegas | Du-par’s Vegas at Suncoast
Du-par’s is still in business. No, Du-par’s is no longer at the Golden Gate. Du-par’s Vegas at Suncoast serves the same delicious pancakes and French Toast that we’ve come to know and love over the years.
Checkin’ Out Chica Las Vegas. Twice.
I was stoked when The Venetian announced that Chica by Lorena Garcia was opening earlier this year. The Latin restaurant is bringing a type of cuisine that isn’t found in most other Las Vegas casinos.
Sake Rok Vegas is The Most Unique Dining Experience on the Vegas Strip
Sake Rok at The Park has become one of my favorite restaurants in Las Vegas. Somehow a sushi restaurant with live entertainment and audience participation found its way to my heart and stomach.
Giada Vegas | Great Food, Great Views and Great Service at The Cromwell
Giada Vegas has become one of the most popular Italian restaurants on the Vegas Strip. My recent dinner was by far the best GIADA Restaurant experience I’ve had.
3 Dining Hot Spots Near The Vegas Strip
Dining Near The Vegas Strip | Here are a couple of my favorite new off-strip dining hot spots along with a very newly opened restaurant. I’m including Uber ride-hailing estimates so you can budget time and money. You won’t find this kind of dining experience in a Las Vegas casino.
Tasting The Newest Restaurant At The Venetian, Mercato della Pescheria – Vegas
I recently visited the newest restaurant in the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian, Mercato della Pescheria. The restaurant is located in St. Mark’s square replacing upscale Italian restaurant Postrio. The layout of Mercato della Pescheria is similar to Postrio with an indoor and “outdoor” table configuration. The outdoor seats are inside the casino under the painted sky ceiling.
Dr. Brown’s Soda Brings The East Coast To Vegas at Suncoast Casino
When I moved to Las Vegas, I didn’t know much about the Jewish community. I didn’t expect to find Dr. Brown’s soda very often since it’s from the east coast. The day I explored the SUNCOAST HOTEL and CASINO was one of the happiest since I moved to Las Vegas. Low and behold the deli/restaurant had a few different Dr. Brown’s sodas in their refrigerator.
Hotel Bar Buzz | Rooftop Bees and Cocktails
Hotel bar. The two words evoke the image of a darkly lit bar with disheveled businesspeople shaking the ice in their glasses as they dream of being home. But as hotel chains rapidly work to give properties and brands their own character while luring customers back from boutiques, that spirit is moving to the bar. Among the efforts, a feature that literally goes to the top: bee cultivation on the hotel roof.
Sometimes Ya Just Need A Hot Bowl Of Matzo Ball Soup…In Las Vegas
On this awful day that picks me up came in the form of a hug from a delicious bowl of Matzo Ball soup at Siegel’s 1941 inside El Cortez. This was the first time I visited the new restaurant so I was hoping that the soup was the hug I wanted. Thankfully, it was as good, if not better, than any Matzo Ball soup I’ve had in Las Vegas
10 Great Airport Bars for a Perfect Cocktail
These 10 U.S. airport bars offer travelers a great selection of premium wines, craft beers and signature cocktails.
momofuku Las Vegas Is Not Quite Ready For Prime Time
Momofuku Las Vegas opened with very little fanfare this week at Cosmopolitan. A friend was walking past it on his way to pay final respects to Blue Ribbon Sushi and saw that it was open. He immediately made a reservation for the next day.
An American Casually Dining at Lucky Dragon Las Vegas
Lucky Dragon is a heavily Asian themed casino and hotel. The dining options reflect that more than any another segment of the casino and hotel. All four restaurants inside the casino serve exclusively Asian cuisine. This is unique but speaks loud and clear as to who their desired customer is.
Where You Can Eat Like A High Roller — At The Airport
In the olden days of airport dining, you were lucky if you could eat a fast-food burger or drink a low-end cocktail. But airports understand that travelers are demanding better food and drink options, and they have stepped up their efforts to deliver. World-class high-end dining and celebrity chefs are flocking to airports to feed masses with more high-end food choices. Below are seven great airport restaurants to try during your travels.
Vegas | Dinner at L’Atelier De Joël Robuchon
I wasn’t feeling that flush, so I slid my mouse over to Robuchon’s other Vegas outpost – L’Atelier De Joël Robuchon. It’s a bit less formal and has 1 Michelin Star. It also features an open kitchen, so you can watch the culinary creations as they come together. I opted for seats at the bar, so my colleague and I could take in the action, and maybe take a few notes to improve our own kitchen skills.
Las Vegas | Dinner At Rx Boiler Room Was Over Before It Started (In A Good Way)
There are times when I go out to eat and don’t have the intention of writing a review of the experience. Sometimes a nice meal is best kept among the diners. That was the plan when I visited Rx Boiler Room at Mandalay Bay.
Mexico | The Ultimate Guide To Tequila Classification
A stroll into any store in Mexico will leave you feeling totally overwhelmed with Tequila choices. With bottles ranging from $30 to $3,000, colours anywhere between clear and gold, and glistening bottles of all shapes and sizes, it’s difficult to know what’s what. This is why I have put together this simple guide just for you.
Las Vegas | Yardbird Southern At The Venetian Lives Up To The Hype
Yardbird Southern at The Venetian Las Vegas has received constant praise since opening last year. This isn’t only praise coming from the media but also..
Mexico | Top Craft Beer From The Riviera Maya
Mexico is best known for its strong Tequila and even stronger Mezcal. But along the sleepy Caribbean coastline of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, you will find the Riviera Maya, a place where people are extremely serious about their beer! With the very first independent brewery popping up in 2012, the art of craft beer is extremely […]
Mexican Street Food | More Than Just Tacos
Tacos are a favourite food of people from all over the world. They are covered in guilty pleasure toppings, and are always full of flavour! You can’t think of Mexico without the word Taco popping up in your head. Granted it may be after the words Sombrero, Tequila or Siesta. But get this. You may […]
Long Live The Appetizer! 3 Great Apps In Las Vegas
Appetizers are the great equalizer when you’re looking to save money but eat quality food when dining in Las Vegas. A single appetizer can often be filling enough for one person. Likewise, appetizers are usually large enough to share. They’re the perfect size for flexible dining. Many times these dishes are as filling as a main […]
Dining At SkyCity At The Needle | Seattle
It’s the world’s oldest tower of its sort and has the second oldest revolving restaurant, the first being in Hawaii. It was built for Worlds Fair in 1962, and I love being on top of the world, even if it’s only in a tower for an hour.
3 Great Ways To Save On Meals In Las Vegas
Saving money in Las Vegas is as much of an art as it is a skill. Restaurant bills in this tourist town can add up quickly. Here’s how to save on meals!
First Class Airline Caviar Service – The Comparison
In Part 1 we spent some time discussing what makes Caviar Caviar. With all of that knowledge, we’re ready to launch into a look at the Caviar/caviar service available on airlines offering International First Class Service.
First Class Airline Caviar Service – Introduction
Nothing says First Class like Caviar Service. Of course, it’s even better with world-class, vintage Champagne or ice cold, quality Vodka. And it’s absolutely the best when it gets served to you while sitting in an ultra comfortable seat in your own private space at 35,000 feet.
Beers On A Plane | These Airlines Have The Best Beer On Board
Is it a bar? Is it a plane? It’s both! KLM and Heineken now found a way to serve draft beer on board. And more airlines upgraded their beer game as well.
Chattanooga, Tennessee | A “Wine Tour” | Finally Allowed In Grocery Stores!
Today, July 1st 2016 it is now legal to sell wine in grocery stores. There are a few larger chains and several smaller chains around the city, and I took a tour to see what everything was like.
Eggslut Vegas Lives Up To The Hype In Every Way | The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas
Some people say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I don’t live by that thought but I do enjoy a good breakfast. When I first heard that a favorite breakfast sandwich spot from Los Angeles, Eggslut, was opening at Cosmopolitan I wasn’t too excited. Eggslut in Los Angeles is as famous […]
Welcome To The Sage Bar: Home To One Of The Best American Whisky Selections In Vegas
Photo credit: Aria Sage is a farm-to-table restaurant by Chef Shawn McClain inside the Aria in Las Vegas. For me, the food is good but very heavy. The best part is the bar. In my opinion, they have the best American whisky selection in Las Vegas. The whole of Aria gets a lot of liquor, […]
THE DUCHESS | A New Gem in Amsterdam
The Duchess In Amsterdam Fabulous! The food, the atmosphere and the service. We had the pleasure of dining at The Duchess last week, and I must say it throughly exceeded my expectations. THE DUCHESS, inspired by the splendour and eminence of the Belle Époque, took residence in Amsterdam as of the summer of 2015. True to her imperial roots, […]
L’Atelier at MGM : A Culinary Performance
If you know anything about the culinary world, you should know the name Joël Robuchon. A master of french cuisine, his namesake restaurant at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas is renowned for service, cuisine, and an experience unlike any other. But that experience also comes at a price. However, there’s another side to Robuchon’s […]
Los Angeles | R+D Kitchen
A recent Saturday found myself and a friend searching for a midweek brunch after a business meeting, and being along the coast, I decided to try R+D Kitchen, a more casual offering from the Hillstone Restaurant Group, best known for their other mainstay Houstons.
zapper | Scan. Pay. Go! | Mobile phone payment for restaurants in the Netherlands
I recently had the opportunity to try zapper at one of my favourite pan-Asian local restaurants, Sing Sing in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid. You can download zapper here (available for Apple, Android and Windows phones). Zapper™ for Restaurants allows you to pay in Restaurants with a quick scan. When you are ready to leave, just zap the QR […]
Lunchtime | l’entrecôte et les dames
Starting my series on lunch in Amsterdam, this week, we will look at a lovely restaurant in the Museumplein area of Amsterdam. Convenient to most of the major museums, as well as hotels in Oud Zuid (Old South) and Leidseplein. It is also moments away, and across the street from The Concertgebouw. L’entrecôte et les […]