The first new eatery to open at the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas in five years, AGO Restaurant held a lavish grand opening on March 3rd. Hosted by executive chef and restaurant namesake, Agostino Sciandri and his famous partner, actor Robert De Niro, AGO welcomed a star-studded guest list.
Recognized for popularizing the Northern Italian […]

Planet Hollywood is the latest dazzling attraction to hit the Vegas Strip. Celebrating the Grand Opening of the Resort & Casino, Planet Hollywood co-chairman, Robert Earl is set to welcome a slew of celebrity guests for a weekend of amazing entertainment on November 16th and 17th.
The Festivities 
With a star studded line up of talent, […]

Are we really in Vegas? Trader Vic’s, the famed tropical island-themed dining and entertainment venue is now on the Las Vegas Strip.
With over 15,000 sq. ft. for your enjoyment, the upscale restaurant, second-level plush ultralounge, and outdoor party patio appeals to everyone. Trader Vic’s Las Vegas dons a sleep contemporary design with backlit […]

The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas is host to the Vegas Music Experience.?Presented by Billboard and Vegas Alliance, the VME is an International Music Conference held October 4th -10th.?Joining forces with the Billboard Dance Music Summit, the VME is on track to becoming one of the world’s largest and most important International Music Conferences.? […]

Mr. Agassi has outdone himself this year with an all star lineup for his 12th Annual Grand Slam for Children in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel on October 6th. The lineup includes hollywood talent such as Matchbox Twenty, Carlos Santana, Jerry Seinfeld and George Wallace to name a few.
Distinctive Assets is putting together […]

Rarely does the billionaire hotel and casino baron Steve Wynn allow television interviews. He spoke frankly with "Nightline’s" Cynthia McFadden.
Wynn is a visionary and responsible for keeping the Las Vegas strip cutting edge, in this interview he discussed his newest hotel investment in Macau, his thoughts on Donald Trump, his gambling-addicted father and his passion […]

Las Vegas is picking up the pace and getting in on the award show bandwagon. Hosting the this year’s VMA’s, the gifting suites followed suite and pampered the stars in Sin City. Rollingstone sponsored the StarLounge beauty, style & gifting suite this past weekend, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, and lots of exciting stars […]

Over the Labor Day weekend, Stephen A. Wynn and nightclub operator Sean Christie opened the doors to Blush.  As the first boutique nightclub in Las Vegas, the Wynn hotelier teamed up with Christie to remodel the space formerly known as Lure.  Presenting the new and improved Blush, the two moguls offer up a nightclub with […]

The crash of a perfect set of toppling pins will never sound as good as it does at Lucky Strike Lanes, newly arrived at the Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The latest addition to the Strip’s legendary nightlife options, Lucky Strike Lanes provides 10 lanes open to visitors of all ages, as well […]

You may know that Brazil is famous for its contributions to music and fashion, but if the minds behind Pampas Brazilian Grille have their way, there’ll be a new culinary addition to that list: delicious spit-roasted meats. Now, the tradition created on Brazil’s high plains is ready for you to feast on when you come […]

You’re in Las Vegas having the time of your life, but are craving deliciously authentic French food and the atmosphere of a real French Bistro. There probably aren’t very many places to go that will transport you back to the streets of France, both with a classically beautiful atmosphere and an exquisitely prepared French meal […]

Tucked inside the opulent Wynn Las Vegas is Okada, all-star chef Masamichi ‘Masa’ Ishizawa’s elegant restaurant spotlighting contemporary Japanese and Asian-fusion cuisine. Step through Okada’s entrance gate of cherry blossom petals and proceed to an exotic garden and koi-filled ponds, and you’ll forget that you’re in the American West - but that’s only part of the […]

In the heart of Vegas and at the end of the Fashion Show Mall lies RA Sushi.? Elegant, yet trendy, RA is where it’s at on Las Vegas Blvd.? With extremely reasonable prices and an incredible view of all the hustle and bustle on the strip, dining at RA makes for a perfect night out […]

A long red carpet filled with gorgeous celebrities. Searchlights and camera crews gathered around. Fans adorning the streets, trying to get a glimpse of their favorite stars strutting down the red carpet. When you think of a film premiere, you normally imagine it being in New York City or Los Angeles, but times might be […]

Bright lights, casinos, entertainment, clubs…Las Vegas isn’t a city known for being boring or tame, yet Dick’s Last Resort at Excalibur Hotel and Casino is sure to give you a one-of-a-kind, outrageous, always entertaining dining experience.

Don’t expect your average dining experience here. Servers play original loony, whacky characters, each with their own entertaining schtick, and […]

National men’s monthly Stuff Magazine took over Sin City on July 28 to celebrate Music Issue Weekend 2007 at celebrity destination Tao at the Venetian Hotel.

Stars such as Haylie Duff (”Material Girls”), Shane West (”ER”), Roger Cross (”24″), Kim Kardashian, and Brody Jenner (”The Princes of Malibu”) arrived in Las Vegas to enjoy the […]

On June 2, the Theater for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino (formerly the Aladdin) unveiled its newest stage show, The Beauty of Magic with Hans Klok, featuring international superstar Pamela Anderson.  It is a brand new venue for Anderson.  “It’s always been a dream of mine to perform on stage in […]

Wynn Las Vegas’ water-based spectacle Le Rêve (The Dream) certainly lives up to its name. While watching one can’t help but feel as though you have entered an alternate and utterly imaginative universe. […]

Country music’s biggest night not only honored the industry’s biggest names, but also provided the stars with flawless skin.? Dermacia Breathable Foundations and Skincare was on hand to give out their amazing products to presenters, nominees and winners of the 2007 Academy of County Music Awards.?
Among other products offered in the gift lounge, Dermacia […]

Distinctive Assets is proud to present its gifting services for this years 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on May 15th 2007, telecast this year from the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Established in 1999, Distinctive Assets furnishes branding opportunities and establishes new products in addition to celebrity placement. Their talents […]

With a champagne toast, international superstar Bruce Willis and friend Robert Earl capped off a day of big announcements and celebrity appearances as they lit up the Las Vegas Strip and the sign atop the new Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

The evening ceremony on the resort’s pool deck was just the tip of the […]

From Venice to ancient Greece, every trip to Las Vegas promises a whirl-wind tour around the world.  And now, with the opening of Polly Esther’s at the Stratosphere Hotel and Casino, the Strip also boasts a journey through time.
Polly Esther’s is essentially a mega club with multiple clubs under one roof. It features […]

King Arthur’s Court has come to Las Vegas, and no I’m not talking about the Excalibur.  The smash-hit musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, is now performing at the Wynn.
From its New York origins this 2005 Tony […]

How’s this for an auspicious start? Tao Las Vegas, located in the Venetian Resort - Hotel - Casino, kicked off its opening weekend with two huge celebrations. The first was Jermaine Dupri’s birthday party, graced by Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, Usher, Nelly, and more celebrity friends. As if that weren’t enough, the festivities continued the […]

Chef Tom Moloney and Aquaknox restaurant at the Venetian Hotel Resort Casino have achieved the seemingly impossible: They’ve brought fresh, delicious seafood to the desert. As its name suggests, Aquaknox specializes in creatures of the sea, and thanks to modern conveniences, Chef Moloney can take his pick of the freshest, highest-quality specimens from around the […]

Tangerine is bringing sexy back. In addition to all the fun of modern hot spots (DJs, bottle service), Tangerine offers classic touches inspired by the Roaring ’20s, such as live music and sultry burlesque performances, kicked off by no less than Carmen Electra. The sexy star enjoyed it so much that she returned for the […]

Most people don’t remember celebrating their 21st Birthday. I, on the other hand, will never forget celebrating my 21st Birthday Las Vegas Style. Right out of class and off on winter break, I packed up my car with three of my best girlfriends, leaving Los Angeles in search for the Hottest night clubs in Las Vegas. […]

In December of 1997, Studio 54 opened its doors in Las Vegas with eccentricity and flair by inviting Elton John to christen the club’s opening night, bringing back the phenomenan of Studio 54 where once again, people of all classes, races, cultures and genders can socialize under one roof without barriers.

Studio 54 features the most […]

Just after arriving in Las Vegas we set out immediately to the strip. Our fist stop was Tabu, which is located in the MGM Grand. "Tabu is about fashion, great music, being in a club and being entertained" said Gamal Aziz, MGM Grand President and chief Operating officer.

Designed by the incomparable architect, Jeffery Beers, Tabu […]

Whoever said one nightclub can’t be all things to all people never envisioned PURE. The stakes in Las Vegas nightlife went up on New Years Eve of 2004 when PURE, two stories of nightlife indulgence at Caesars Palace, opened its doors on the Las Vegas Strip. Owned in part by Celine Dion, Shaquille O’Neal, Andre […]

Wolfgang Puck’s firm ties to California cuisine and Hollywood’s star-studded celebrity events would be enough for most chefs, but with Postrio, Puck and company show once again that they aren’t happy resting on past glories. Diners have been enjoying Postrio’s fine offerings in San Francisco for years, but visitors to the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino […]

It’s no secret that Las Vegas has become one of the top destinations for great culinary experiences, but you don’t often hear about the huge range of choices the town offers. Certainly, the superstar chefs with their appropriately classical and refined restaurant are always an option in Las Vegas, but sometimes you want something a […]

The Forum Shops in Las Vegas just got even more extravagant (if that?s possible!) with the unveiling of world-renowned artist Peter Max?s one-of-a-kind Baldwin Baby 5?2? Grand piano over Thanksgiving weekend. Showcased at The Art of Peter Max Gallery, the vibrant piano is part of a charity campaign to raise funds for The Gibson Foundation […]

Dining trends might get all the attention, but sometimes what you really want is a filling, well-executed meal without frills, all accompanied by the best service and prepared with the finest ingredients available, of course. Strangely, it’s not that easy to find such a spot these days, which is why the Palm Restaurant (with locations […]

In the United States, French cuisine equals haute cuisine, and this celebrated culinary tradition continues to find new masters and new fans. Among the premier purveyors of classic French cooking in this country is Bouchon, the creation of Thomas Keller, one of today’s most acclaimed chefs. Named after a specific style of cafe dining long […]

Burlesque culture began in Vaudeville, Paris, in the 1800’s and spread throughout Europe. A British showgirl, by the name of Lydia Thompson, was one of the first to bring??her troupe of blonde beauties to New York and started a trend that reached it?s ?Golden Age? from the 1930?s through the ?60?s.??As laws eased up in […]

Salsa dancing has taken off as an international phenomenon. Competitors from more than 20 countries on six continents are set to compete in the 2nd annual World Salsa Championships held at the Las Vegas new South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa, on December 13-16 .? The pool of championship qualifiers were drawn from official championship […]

Italian food is supplanting French cuisine as the most popular high-end dining choice in the States, thanks to its emphasis on fresh ingredients and uncluttered presentation. Adding his unique vision to the Italian fine dining experience is world-famous chef to the stars, Wolfgang Puck. Trattoria del Lupo at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in […]

It?s not often you?ll discuss the delicacies of southern style barbeque with a Dutch expatriate and a former Jubilee showgirl. Even rarer to do so in the southwestern desert, sipping on sweet apple tea while waiting for your attentive Italian waiter to bring out the fried pickles and onion strings. Then again, when in Vegas […]

He has?been called the greatest?magician of all time. He has walked through the Great Wall of China, flown through the air, and made the Statue of Liberty disappear. Now he?s taking his magic one step further? on a much smaller stage?with his latest show, ?David Copperfield: An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion.?
True the title, Copperfield […]

Sushi has become synonymous with hipster fashion. Here in LA you can?t go a week without seeing a celebrity step out of old-faithful Koi or new hotspot Katsuya. In Las Vegas, RA Sushi has brought the trendyness of sushi to the Strip. In a rich and vibrant setting, RA combines freshly prepared sushi and Japanese-fusion […]

Las Vegas has reinvented itself more times than Madonna, and by all indications, it won’t be settling down anytime soon. We’re talking about Las Vegas, of course - and who doesn’t these days? Listen in and you’ll find that the chatter centers on Wynn Las Vegas, Steve Wynn’s latest venture. Combining the worldliness of the Bellagio […]

The newest gem in the Wynn Las Vegas crown, Bartolotta Ristorante di Mare, is truly one of a kind. Steve Wynn?s influence in the transformation of Las Vegas casinos and night-life since the 1970’s did not stop with his hallmark gold standard of hotels and casinos with fabulous destination restaurants. This same drive for perfection […]

At a time when Broadway is looking more like Las Vegas, it should come as no surprise that Vegas is claiming its own from Broadway–though with the patented Vegas twist. For proof, look no further than Las Vegas’s most recent marquee attraction, a new production of The Phantom of the Opera, exclusive to the Venetian […]

The Art of Peter Max Gallery in the Forum Shops Las Vegas, one of two galleries in the world exclusively selling Peter Max paintings, has announced a first-ever Virtual Exhibition, Saturday, September 2 at 1 p.m. Live via high-speed Internet connection, artist Peter Max will communicate virtually through plasma screens at the gallery, taking […]