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MGM Grand Puts A Cork In The Competition By Receiving Most 2010 Wine Spectator Restaurant Wine List Awards In The Country

MGM Grand is proud to announce an extraordinary number of wins for the 2010 Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Wine List Awards. An astounding 11 MGM Grand restaurants including Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak, NOBHILL TAVERN, L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, SEABLUE, Diego, Pearl, Shibuya, Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House, Wolfgang Puck’s Bar & Grill and Fiamma Trattoria garnered awards this year, more than any other single property in the world.

Joël Robuchon’s wine program received top honors and “three glasses” with The Grand Award. In total, MGM Grand restaurants amassed an astonishing 19 glasses this year, setting the record for the most at a single property.

“Home to an impressive 14 sommeliers MGM Grand is dedicated to quality wine service and helping guests discover that next transcendent bottle of wine,” MGM Grand Director of Wine Brian Weitzman said. “We take pride in providing the best in service and experiences. Aside from our outstanding wine program, we also have 11 certified sake sommeliers–the most at any property in the country–to further enhance our offerings.”

Considered a prestigious honor in the culinary world, Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Wine List Awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections that complement their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine enthusiasts.

To qualify for an award, each restaurant’s wine list must follow strict standards and provide an extensive amount of information, including vintages and appellations for all bottles and wines by the glass. Everything from complete producer names and correct spellings to overall presentation are considered. If they are selected, restaurants are granted one of three awards – The Grand Award (“three glasses”), The Best of Award of Excellence (“two glasses”) or the Award of Excellence (“one glass”).

Gamal Aziz, president & COO of MGM Grand, said, “These awards are a true testament to the commitment and careful consideration we put into MGM Grand’s wine program. We are pleased to be a destination for wine lovers everywhere.”

Known for its dedication to personalized, attentive wine service, MGM Grand caters to a variety of palates, occasions and budgets. Approximately 52,000 bottles of wine are housed within the walls of MGM Grand, representing 4,710 wine labels and 156 selections available by the glass.

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Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak Information

Nobhill Tavern Information

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Information

SEABLUE Information

Diego Information

Pearl Information

Shibuya Information

Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House Reservations and Information

Wolfgang Puck’s Bar & Grill Reservations and Information

Fiamma Trattoria Information

MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

Le Reve Las Vegas “Diving The Dream” VIP Package

Le Reve Presents the Diver’s Dream Package,
the Ultimate SCUBA Experience

Wynn Las Vegas’ breathtaking show, Le Reve, will give certified SCUBA divers the opportunity of a lifetime with the Diver’s Dream Package. Become part of an elite group of people that have experienced SCUBA diving during a live performance of Le Reve!

For those craving the ultimate SCUBA experience, the Diver’s Dream Package offers a weekend of excitement, including a two night stay in a luxurious Resort Room at Wynn or Encore, VIP Indulgence tickets to Le Reve, a private backstage tour, SDI Certified SCUBA training session with the Le Reve diving team and the unparalleled opportunity to dive the live show! Le Reve is the only staged production in Las Vegas to offer this exclusive access to guests.

Packages are priced from $2,000 for one diver and from $3,000 for two divers. Available Exclusively at Wynn Las Vegas.

Le Reve redefined the traditional theatrical experience with an evocative aqua spectacle in-the-round. The show features an ambitious blend of aerial acrobatics, provocative choreography, powerful performances and elaborate effects. Le Reve is created and directed by Franco Dragone of Franco Dragone Entertainment Group.

This must be booked directly through Wynn Las Vegas or call 702-770-SWIM (7946)

Book Regular Tickets Here: Le Reve Wynn Las Vegas Tickets

The Miss Universe National Gift Auction Continues on eBay to Benefit Nevada Cancer Institute

2010 Miss Universe contestants attending the National Gift Action benefitting NVCI

2010 Miss Universe contestants attending the National Gift Action benefitting NVCI

Remaining Miss Universe National Gift items for sale for a limited time

WHAT:           The Miss Universe National Gift Action continues online. Nevada Cancer Institute (NVCI) has placed the remaining unsold Miss Universe National Gift items up for sale on eBay through its Giving Works vehicle, with 100% of sale and fees going to NVCI. One-of-a- kind items still available include the 1.66 Carat Diamond from the Botswana President, Ian Kama Seretse Khama, and the Usain Bolt Autographed Memorabilia from Jamaica.

Numerous unique items were purchased during the Miss Universe National Gift Auction on August 14. The following were among the most coveted items of the evening:

·         Australia’s Kailis Pearl Earrings

·         Bahamas’ 5 day/4 night stay at the Cove, Atlantis in the Bahamas

·         Switzerland’s Balmain Swiss Watch

·         The Philippines’ Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao Autographed Boxing Gloves

WHEN:         Now until August 26, 2010

WHERE:       Bid on remaining items here:

·         http://shop.ebay.com/nevadacancerinstitute/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=25

Tickets Still Available For Lance Burton & Friends Benefit Show August 22

Featuring performances by Lance Burton, magician Rory Johnston, comedy magicians Fielding West and Mac King and The Scintas:

“Lance Burton & Friends” are doing a benefit show for the Zelzah Shrine Temple at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 22. There are 100 tickets left that will go on sale at 11 a.m. Sunday in front of the Lance Burton Theatre at the Monte Carlo. Prices are $25, $30 & $35.

Rhumbar Las Vegas Introduces Its 100-Calorie “Skinny” Margarita (With Recipe)

Rhumbar Las Vegas at The Mirage MuchachitaThe newest drink to hit the menu at Havanatone, RHUMBAR’s sizzling Latin night, also comes without any guilt. The new “Muchachita” is a skinny, 100-calorie margarita, featuring a delicious blend of pomegranate and Aloe Vera. Now guests can samba and shake while they sip this low calorie libation on Wednesday nights.

Concocted by award-winning mixologist Kristen Schaefer, the “Muchachita” blends the fresh taste of Aloe Vera with fruity flavors of pomegranate and lime. Milagro Silver tequila completes this delicious and healthy cocktail.

“We wanted to create a cocktail that embraced the high-energy vibe of Havanatone,” said Schaefer. “Not only is the ‘Muchachita’ delicious, added nutrients from the Aloe Vera and pomegranate juices help to promote good health. So now guests can skip the gym and enjoy a night of Latin dancing and margaritas – and still feel healthy about it.”

The Muchachita:

2 ounces El Sol Pomegranate Aloe Vera Juice
3/4 ounces fresh lime juice
1.5 ounces of Milagro Silver tequila.

Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain. Served with a lime wheel.

Havanatone, Vegas’ only Latin night under the stars, transforms RHUMBAR’s patio into the sexiest dance floor on the Strip every Wednesday night. Talented dancers from Rumba Rica will salsa and cha cha to live music and Latin beats by DJ Gerard Fortuna. The spicy night begins at 9 p.m. with a complimentary dance instruction for revelers that want to partake in the Latin fervor. As the night heats up, “Havanatone” will thrill audiences with fiery numbers and heart-pounding performances choreographed to the eruption of the iconic Mirage volcano.

RHUMBAR is a highly-stylized cocktail and cigar lounge inspired by the cool mood of the Caribbean. The plush outdoor patio is reminiscent of a tropical retreat offering a picturesque location for guests to mingle, sip cocktails and smoke cigars. Located near the main entrance of The Mirage, RHUMBAR is owned and operated by Drive This! Entertainment. The lounge and patio are open from 11 a.m. until midnight Sunday through Wednesday, and 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.

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Mirage Resort & Casino

Month-Long October FrightFest at Fremont Street Experience

Fremont Street Experience presents OctoberFrightFest, which for the first time will span the entire month of October. This second annual event, featuring free live Halloween themed shows nightly kicks-off September 29 and runs through October 31.

• Freak ‘N Magic – Wednesdays through Sundays on the 3rd Street Stage.

• Frank & The Steins will perform Thursdays through Mondays on the 1st Street Stage. These performances will be a live music review of classic Halloween songs like “Spooky” and “Time Warp.”

• Tuesdays through Saturdays will feature Alice and Ozzy Frightmare, an Alice Cooper/Ozzy Osbourne Tribute Band on the Main Street Stage.

All shows will begin at 8 p.m. and are free and open to the public. Ample parking is available at the Fremont Street Experience parking garage located on the corner of Carson and 4th Streets or at any of the legendary casinos that line historic Fremont Street. Visit www.vegasexperience.com or call 702-678-5600 for more information.

Entertainment schedule dates and times subject to change.

The Fremont Street Experience is a five-block entertainment complex located in historical downtown Las Vegas. In 1995, Fremont Street was closed to vehicular traffic and a giant screen was suspended 90-feet over the street to display spectacular light and sound shows on its 1,500 foot surface. With direct pedestrian access to 10 casinos, more than 60 restaurants, specialty retail and free nightly entertainment, the Fremont Street Experience attracts millions of annual visitors. The Fremont Street Experience can be found online at www.vegasexperience.com.

Crystals At CityCenter In Las Vegas Debuts New Luxury Brands, Expands Unparalleled Shopping Experience

By year’s end, Crystals retail & entertainment district will add 12 new brands to its exceptional collection of retailers and dining concepts, including flagship stores for Prada and GUCCI; as well as boutiques for Yves Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, Donna Karan, Emilio Pucci and Harry Winston. They join recent additions Ermenegildo Zegna, Christian Dior, Brunello Cucinelli and Social House at Crystals, the core of the extraordinary urban resort destination CityCenter.

Farid Matraki, Vice President & General Manger for Crystals said, “Crystals is the only destination in Las Vegas, and among an elite handful across the globe, to feature such an enviable collection of exclusive brands under one roof. With the addition of these exciting new offerings, Crystals expands its dominant position as the nation’s top shopping destination while providing new reasons for guests to either experience us for the first time or for loyal customers to return, time and time again.”

Crystals welcomes guests on a journey through couture, cuisine and entertainment as they enjoy a unique sense of place at the heart of The Strip. Designed by Studio Daniel Libeskind with interior architecture by Rockwell Group, Crystals’ multi-faceted steel-and-glass canopy depicts the intricate beauty of a quartz crystal and welcomes an abundance of natural light into the stunning three-level environment. Within Crystals, David Rockwell created an abstract 21st century park that reintroduces and celebrates nature and the seasons. A central element of this design is the three-story sculptural treehouse that reaches 70 feet from the ground level to frame an oculus in the roof.

These new additions will join Crystals’ already unparalleled offerings. Luxury retailers with their largest locations in Las Vegas, the United States or the world inside Crystals include Louis Vuitton, TIFFANY & CO., Roberto Cavalli, Versace, Bulgari, Cartier, Carolina Herrera, Hermès, Van Cleef & Arpels and Mikimoto. Crystals also is home to unique-to-the-market brands including TOM FORD, Miu Miu, Fendi, Paul Smith, Kiton, Kiki De Montparnasse, Marni, Assouline, Lanvin, H.Stern, Tourbillon, Porsche Design and de Grisogono, among many others. Celebrated restaurants include Eva Longoria Parker’s Beso, Mastro’s Ocean Club, Todd English P.U.B. and two new concepts by Wolfgang Puck: Wolfgang Puck Pizzeria & Cucina and The Pods by Wolfgang Puck.

The Taubman Company, the world’s leading developer of upscale shopping centers, is responsible for the leasing of Crystals.

New Openings at Crystals Retail and Entertainment District:

Revealed in June

o Ermenegildo Zegna: The leading Italian luxury menswear brand, with a reputation for quality and service that is unparalleled around the world, opens its largest Las Vegas store inside Crystals. At approximately 10,000 square feet, the two-level store showcases its extensive collection of suiting, sportswear, small leather goods and accessories.

o Christian Dior: Crystals’ 5,000-square-foot boutique includes designer women’s apparel, the Dior Homme men’s line, fine jewelry, accessories, Dior Phone, leather goods, shoes and timepieces. This location becomes Christian Dior’s largest in Las Vegas.

o Brunello Cucinelli: Brunello Cucinelli is a high-end luxury fashion house built on the core value of humanism. Trying to uphold the principles of craftsmanship, the brand offers some of the world’s finest knits and colored cashmeres, produced in the medieval village of Solomeo (Perugia) by the hands of expert artisans. The brand’s first location in Las Vegas spans 1,700 square feet and features its Men’s and women’s collections, including accessories, shoes and bags.

o Social House: An innovative sushi restaurant with delectable Pan-Asian cuisine and unrivaled décor, Social House is the culinary vision of Executive Chef Joe Elevado who trained under the acclaimed Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa as well as “Japanese Iron Chef” Masaharu Morimoto. The fine dining venue covers 8,300 square feet and features scenic terrace seating.

Coming This Fall

o Prada: Sophisticated and trendsetting, Prada infuses its history of craftsmanship and uncompromised quality with constant innovation. Its three-level, 21,000-square-foot Crystals location will carry the complete Prada Men’s and Women’s collections of Ready to Wear, Footwear, Bags and Accessories.

o GUCCI: Fine men’s and women’s apparel, leather goods, shoes, watches, jewelry, sunglasses, textiles and accessories will be featured within the 15,000-square-foot boutique.

o Yves Saint Laurent: Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent is one of the great fashion names of the 20th century. The first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche,’ Yves Saint Laurent revolutionized the aesthetic and socio-cultural landscape. The 4,000-square-foot YSL boutique at Crystals will house the women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories collections.

o Balenciaga: The House of Balenciaga creates women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes and accessories, sold worldwide. The brand will occupy 4,100 square feet at Crystals.

o Stella McCartney: British designer Stella McCartney is known for her signature naturally feminine, naturally sexy and modern designs. The Crystals store will carry the Stella McCartney ready-to-wear, shoe, bag, sunglass, fragrance, lingerie and Adidas collections.

o Donna Karan: Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Donna Karan New York embodies all that is urban, sophisticated and luxurious. Its first Las Vegas store will span 3,000 square feet and will house the complete Donna Karan head-to-toe, 7-Easy-Pieces lifestyle of ready-to wear, cashmere, evening, accessories, shoes, intimates, hosiery and fragrances.

o Emilio Pucci: The iconic brand will feature its designer collection of women’s apparel, shoes, sunglasses and accessories within 1,800 square feet of shopping space.

o Harry Winston: When it comes to Hollywood’s glamour and scintillating style, nothing sparkles like a Harry Winston diamond. Harry Winston revolutionized modern red carpet glamour in 1943, when he dressed Best Actress winner Jennifer Jones in his signature diamonds. For more than six decades, Winston diamonds have been an integral part of Hollywood’s glamorous history. From Marilyn Monroe to Madonna and Elizabeth Taylor to Angelina Jolie, generations of leading ladies and luminaries look to Harry Winston for the ultimate in red carpet style. The Crystals location will cover 1,800 square feet.

The retailers of Crystals are open Sunday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to midnight.

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Crystals at CityCenter

The Mirage Las Vegas Featured In Upcoming Episode Of ABC’s Bachelor Pad

The Mirage Hotel & Casino will host a special date in the third episode of Bachelor Pad, ABC’s hot new summer series. The episode will cover a unique group date with an intimate pool party at Bare pool lounge and a gourmet dinner in one of The Mirage’s luxurious Villas.

Bachelor Pad airs Monday at 8/7 Central on ABC. For more information on Bachelor Pad visit http://abc.go.com/shows/bachelorpad

About The Mirage
Ideally located in the center of the famed Las Vegas Strip, The Mirage is the place to stay and play. The resort features contemporary AAA Four Diamond accommodations, dynamic nightlife including JET Nightclub and The Beatles REVOLUTION Lounge, tantalizing restaurants created by the world’s most acclaimed designers and renowned chefs, a salon from celebrity colorist Kim Vo, the enticing Bare pool lounge, and 170,000 square feet of meeting and convention space. Unique entertainment options include The Beatles™ LOVE™ by Cirque du Soleil® celebrating the musical legacy of The Beatles, Terry Fator: Ventriloquism in Concert, and the lush animal sanctuary of Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat. From the redesigned iconic Volcano and 20,000-gallon lobby aquarium to the lush tropical atrium and pool, guests experience an exotic, world-class destination unlike any other. The Mirage is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™. For more information and reservations, visit the website at www.mirage.com or call toll-free at (800) 374-9000.

About Bare Pool Lounge
Located at The Mirage, and managed by the leading hospitality company The Light Group, Bare Pool Lounge offers an exclusive adult alternative to the typical Las Vegas pool experience. With its distinctive contemporary ambiance and ultra VIP service, Bare is ideal for those wanting to relax, kick-back and socialize or turn up the music and heat up the day. A European-style saltwater pool experience, Bare caters to adults 21 years of age and older. Bare is open daily (seasonal), 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

About The Light Group
The Light Group is one of the United States’ leading hospitality development and management companies, renowned for shaping the nightlife landscape on the Las Vegas Strip. Founded by Andrew Sasson and Andy Masi, the company manages and operates eighteen food and beverage venues within the AAA Five Diamond Bellagio Hotel & Casino, The Mirage Hotel & Casino and Monte Carlo Resort and Casino. The Light Group’s portfolio expanded in December 2009 to include five new venues at ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter: HAZE Nightclub, The Deuce Lounge, The GOLD Lounge (in partnership with Cirque du Soleil), Liquid Pool Lounge and Union Restaurant & Lounge. The Light Group’s Dubai branch has opened its first oversees outpost, Caramel Restaurant & Lounge Dubai, in the heart of the city’s financial district, which is just one of six new venues that The Light Group plans to open by 2011.

About BACHELOR PAD
Fan-favorites, arch-rivals, villains and the sexiest participants from the hugely successful “Bachelor” franchise reunite under one roof in a competitive reality series to vie for $250,000 and perhaps a “second chance” at love on ABC’s Bachelor Pad. The series begins with 19 of the most unforgettable characters from seasons past living together in the Bachelor Pad mansion. Each week they’ll square off in head-to-head challenges to compete for immunity and the opportunity to go on a date with contestants of their choice. The winner of the challenge will then grant immunity to one of his or her dates via the presentation of a rose. At the end of each episode, the contestants will vote amongst themselves to determine which cast members will be eliminated from the competition. The hosts of Bachelor Pad are Chris Harrison (The Bachelor and The Bachelorette) and former The Bachelor and Dancing with the Stars contestant Melissa Rycroft. The series is produced by Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Television.

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Mirage Resort & Casino

First Food & Bar Las Vegas Celebrates The Anniversary Of Hawaii’s Statehood With A 9th Island Luau

The event will take place on Statehood Day and will celebrate the Hawaiian community, referred to as the 9th Island

WHO: FIRST Food & Bar inside The Shoppes at The Palazzo and FIRST Food & Bar patrons from across the valley.

WHAT: FIRST is hosting a 9th Island Luau in celebration of Hawaii’s inauguration as the 50th state in the union. Guests can celebrate Statehood Day by enjoying traditional Hawaiian Luau food that will be sold throughout the event and take advantage of drink specials including 2 for 1 Heinekens.

Specialty dishes created for the event include Ahi Poke, a raw tuna salad marinated in soy, sesame, chili peppers and green onions; Kaluha Pork, salted pork wrapped in ti leaves and slow roasted, shredded and served with white rice; and Spam Musubi, block of rice topped with soy/brown sugar glazed spam, wrapped in nori. These are just a few of the featured items. A sampling of Hawaiian desserts will be served toward the end of the evening. Diners will enjoy a vibrant night full of great food, history and tradition.

WHEN: SATURDAY, August 21, 2010
Luau begins at 9:00 p.m.

WHERE: FIRST Food & Bar
Inside The Shoppes at the Palazzo
3327 Las Vegas Blvd. South #2812
Second floor; access next to Barneys New York; Additional entrance from the Las Vegas Strip

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First Food & Bar Reservations and Information

Palazzo Resort Casino

Stratosphere’s Bite 6th Anniversary Show

Bite 6th Anniversary at Stratosphere Las VegasGuests of the Stratosphere’s BITE® 6th Anniversary show on Friday 13th bare their fangs with a celebratory champagne toast. – The sexually charged BITE® takes its audience on the Lord Vampire’s quest for the perfect female specimen, who he plans to seduce and crown his Queen of the Night. Aiding the Lord is his coven of sultry and nimble dancers, the Erotic Angels of Rock. Taboo temptations meet classic rock ‘n’ roll in this aggressive and seductive world of vampires.

The current cast of BITE® Las Vegas includes: Lord Vampire, Russell Hines; Queen of the Night, Jessica Delgado; Cat Vamp, Anna Van Sambeck; Tush Vamp, Tiffany Green; Ice Vamp, Colette Harris; Fire Vamp, Jackie Ibarra; Pain Vamp & Dance Captain, Kim Langstaff; Shimmy Vamp, Anne Marie Arpaio; Silk Vamp, Kelly Jo Millaudon; Flying Couple, Cees De Kok (also Company Manager), Cathy Perquin; Rockstar, Mark Giovi. See BITE® at 10:30 p.m. Friday through Wednesday. Dark on Thursday.

About Stratosphere
Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower is a Las Vegas Strip resort with an 80,000 square foot casino. The 1,149 foot Stratosphere Tower is the tallest free standing observation tower in the United States, featuring the Top of the World restaurant and highest view of the Las Vegas Strip from the Observation Deck as well as SkyJump Las Vegas and thrill rides Big Shot, X-Scream and Insanity. Known as a great value to gamblers, Stratosphere is located close to the Convention Center at the gateway to downtown Las Vegas.

It features 2,427 guest rooms and suites, uniquely themed restaurants, the Tower Shops and the American Superstars™ and BITE® shows. Additionally, Stratosphere’s ace | PLAY™ program allows players to enjoy awards, comps and exclusives based on their loyalty to American Casino & Entertainment’s four properties: Stratosphere Casino, Hotel &Tower on the Las Vegas Strip, Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada, and two Arizona Charlie’s locations in Las Vegas. For more information, visit StratosphereHotel.com, call 702-380-7777 or 800-99-TOWER (998-6937).

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Bite Tickets

Stratosphere Casino Hotel and Tower

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