Dec 5, 2011

WATCH UFC 140: JONES VS. MACHIDA LIVE AT CABO WABO CANTINA
Catch the Light Heavyweight Title Fight at Sammy Hagar’s Cantina

The UFC Light Heavyweight Title will be up for grabs at UFC 140 as current champion, Jon “Bones” Jones, takes on challenger, Lyoto “The Dragon” Machida, live from Toronto, on Saturday, Dec. 10. Cabo Wabo Cantina in Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will be the place to be for all UFC fanatics to catch the nonstop action.

Admission to the viewing party is $20 and includes access to Cabo Wabo’s viewing party where UFC enthusiasts can catch the legendary bout on a large projector screen, as well as multiple high-definition televisions throughout the restaurant and bar. While guests cheer on their favored fighters, they may also enjoy the cantina’s killer margaritas and tasty Mexican fare.

Doors open at 5 p.m. and include the showing of all matches leading up to the main event. For more information or to reserve a seat, guests may contact Cabo Wabo Cantina at 702.385.2226 or visit www.cabowabocantina.com.

Dec 1, 2011

LYNYRD SKYNYRD BBQ & BEER TO ROCK LAS VEGAS STRIP WITH THE SOUTH’S BEST BARBECUE, ROCKIN’ BAR SCENE
Barbecue, Beer Joint to Celebrate Opening with Week-Long Party in December

One of the most iconic rock bands in American history will bring Southern barbecue and entertainment to the Excalibur Hotel & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip with the grand opening of Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer in early December.

“With Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, we wanted to create the kind of place that we’d like to hang out at,” says Johnny Van Zant of Lynyrd Skynyrd. “With Southern-style barbecue and great music, this will be the perfect spot for rock and barbecue fans to kick back and have a great time in Vegas.”

“Lynyrd Skynyrd fans from around the globe have reached out about coming out for the grand opening of Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer,” says Michael Frey, co-owner of parent company, Drive This! Entertainment. “We plan to put on a party that fans and barbecue lovers alike will never forget.”

The grand opening celebration will kick off the first day of National Finals Rodeo on Thursday, Dec. 1, and culminate with an exclusive “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon and evening concert by Lynyrd Skynyrd on Thursday, Dec. 8. Throughout the week, Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will feature a series of live bands, promotions, giveaways and more.

The “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon will feature a unique opportunity for fans to enjoy an intimate meal with the band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd and a presentation by Jeff Arnett, the 7th master distiller in Jack Daniel’s 142-year history. The evening concert will offer Lynyrd Skynyrd fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be one of just a few hundred people to see the iconic band perform in their first dining venue. Tickets for the grand opening concert are priced starting at $300 per person. Tickets for the “Eat ‘N’ Greet” and concert package are available for $750 per person. This package will also include an array of signature grand opening items including a limited edition single-barrel bottle of Jack Daniels topped with a commemorative bronze bottle-necker autographed by Arnett and the band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Tickets for this 21+ concert will be available at the Excalibur Box Office at 702.262.4400 starting on Friday, Oct. 28, 2011 at 10 a.m. A portion of proceeds from both events will be donated to the Lynyrd Skynyrd Foundation, which will then make contributions to the Epicurean Charitable Foundation of Las Vegas and Nevada Children’s Medical Center.

Developed in partnership with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Drive This! Entertainment, a Las Vegas-based hospitality company that owns and operates RHUMBAR at The Mirage, Tacos & Tequila at Luxor Hotel and Casino and Casa Fuente in the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will serve fare from Kreuz Market in Lockhart, Tex. A tour of barbecue joints throughout the nation led them to the 111-year-old Texas institution, where the barbecue has been refined to perfection by the Schmidt. Kreuz Market has been widely recognized as one of the top barbeque restaurants in the country, with top honors for their brisket and sausage by the Food Network and Travel Channel, and a rating as Zagat’s number two barbecue spot in the nation.

The band’s famed “Hell House” is the inspiration behind the atmosphere, and band members Van Zant, Gary Rossington and Rickey Medlocke have consulted with the culinary team to highlight some of their Southern favorites.

Designed to capture the spirit of the band’s “Hell House,” the walls are made of authentic barnyard wood, with concrete floors and aged brick completing the downhome feel of the space. Never-before-seen Lynyrd Skynyrd relics including original album covers, guitars, artwork and photos from the bands more than five-decade-long career will be on display for fans. The staff is part of the action – hot bartenders and servers will be swinging, singing and jumping atop the bars and stage throughout the night — leading riotous sing-alongs to classic rock songs and Lynyrd Skynyrd favorites.

Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will serve mouthwatering ribs, brisket, chicken and more. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the high-energy hangout will transform into a late-night, high-energy rock club every night with great music and entertainment. Guests may visit the Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer web site at LynyrdSkynyrdLV.com, follow Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer on Twitter at www.twitter.com/LynyrdSkynyrdLV, or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LynyrdSkynyrdBBQ.

In 2006, Michael Frey teamed up with Craig Gilbert to launch the food, beverage and entertainment company, Drive This! Entertainment (www.drivethisentertainment.com). Their first venture, Tacos & Tequila (www.tacosandtequilalv.com), opened daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Luxor Hotel and Casino in October 2008. The highly-stylized restaurant has a fun, high-energy vibe, an array of margaritas, and an authentic Mexican menu. RHUMBAR (www.rhumbarlv.com), a highly-stylized cocktail lounge and patio at The Mirage, offers a Caribbean-inspired atmosphere and striking views of the Las Vegas Strip. Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, the company’s third venture, opens in December 2011. American Burger Works (ABX) also opens in December 2011 alongside Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, with a New-York style warehouse feel featuring all-American burgers and fries.

Nov 29, 2011

CRAZY HORSE III GETS COZY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH XXXMAS PARTY HOSTED BY LAS VEGAS HEADLINER AND “HOLLY’S WORLD” STAR ANGEL PORRINO

World-renowned gentlemen’s club Crazy Horse III will celebrate its holiday spirit with the first annual XXXmas Party hosted by sultry Strip star, Angel Porrino, on Saturday, Dec. 10.

The sexy starlet is a Vegas native who captured the world’s attention on E!’s hit reality television show, “Holly’s World.” She currently headlines in the Caesars Palace hit revue, “Absinthe,” as a fun-loving tap dancer. Porrino is known for her rambunctious personality and wows crowds nightly with her enticing stage talents. Porrino is one blonde bombshell that all the revelers will hope to catch under this mistletoe this season. Revelers will also be able to capture the moment in a holiday photo with naughty Santa and Santa’s sexy mistresses.

PLAYGROUND is a revolutionary concept offering multiple rooms to satisfy the 24-hour cravings of tourists and locals alike, including Crazy Horse III gentlemen’s club, Posh Boutique Nightclub, fresh sushi at Sushi All Night and the Harem Hookah lounge. The 40,000+ square-foot venue is located minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip, just a few blocks west of I-15 on Russell Rd.

For VIP, group reservations or further information about PLAYGROUND, Crazy Horse III, Posh Boutique Nightclub, Harem Hookah or Sushi All Night call 702-673-1700 or visit www.ch3lv.com.

Nov 28, 2011

Former “Happiest Mayor in the World,” Oscar Goodman, to star in new Las Vegas-based television show

Oscar Goodman to film pilot for new courtroom show in the Elvis Presley Showroom at the Las Vegas Hilton

Fresh off his appearance in the network television series, “CSI: Las Vegas,” former mayor and Las Vegas icon, Oscar Goodman, is set to film the pilot for a new, Las Vegas-based courtroom show, “Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman.” Filming for “Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman” took place inside the legendary Elvis Presley Showroom at the Las Vegas Hilton, Friday, Nov. 18th.

With his iconic Las Vegas showgirls in tow and a glass of gin in hand, “Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman” will feature real court cases and a gallery filled with celebrities and Las Vegas notables.

“I couldn’t be more excited to make my way back to the courtroom,” said former Las Vegas Mayor, Oscar Goodman. “There’s no city in the world like Las Vegas and there won’t be a show quite like ‘Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman.’”

“Vegas Night Court with Oscar Goodman” is produced by Wayne Jeffries, manager of History’s “Pawn Stars,” which is cable television’s number one show, and five-time Emmy Award-winning Producer/Director, Jerry Kupcinet, who is often credited for creating the template for courtroom shows on television. Kupcinet’s credits include “Judge Judy,” “Judge Joe Brown” and “Cristina’s Court,” which won the first Emmy Award in the “Court Show” category.

Previously known as the “Happiest Mayor in the World,” Oscar Goodman was admitted to the Nevada Bar Association in 1965. Following a successful law career, during which he represented several defendants accused of being some of the leading organized crime members in America, Goodman served three terms as Las Vegas Mayor, from 1999 through 2011. Goodman’s film and television credits include Martin Scorsese’s 1995 film, “Casino,” and the CBS television series, “CSI: Las Vegas.”

Nov 27, 2011

ROCKHOUSE PARTIES FOR NATIONAL FINALS RODEO
Rockhouse Offers NFR Promotions December 1-10

National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is back and so is Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub’s 10-day party. With the fans in town, the ultra-dive bar will rock the rodeo welcoming NFR fans from across the nation. From Thursday, Dec. 1, through Saturday, Dec. 10, a ticket stub will not only get the cowboy devotees some rowdy rodeo fun, but also complimentary entry and $5 shots.

This rodeo roundup will be the best place in town to catch all of the NFR action. Patrons will enjoy Bull Rider shots, a kick-in-the-pants concoction of Jack Daniels and Red Bull, available for $5 all week. Jack Daniels’ sexy ladies will be on hand throughout the days to serve-up potent shots. Also, a handful of viewing parties shown on 28 high-definition television screens throughout the bar and patio that guarantees every seat at Rockhouse will be the best in the house.

Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas’ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the “VIP” attitude. With bottle service that won’t break the bank, a Strip-view daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is a must-visit hot spot for locals and tourists alike.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops. Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip. The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683 or email info@rockhousebar.com. Stay updated and follow Rockhouse on Twitter @RockhouseVegas and Facebook www.facebook.com/Rockhouselv.