Dec 14, 2011

LBS BURGER JOINT TO OFFER NEW YEAR’S DAY HANGOVER SPECIAL

Cure Post-NYE Hangover with Bloody Mary, Cheeseburger Combo on Sunday, January 1

Those who plan on ringing in 2012 with a bang, can also plan on feeling the hurt on New Year’s Day. LBS Burger Joint at Red Rock Resort will ease the pain of the party on Sunday, Jan. 1 with their “Hangover Special,” featuring the hearty Bacon ‘N Eggs burger and a Bloody Mary cocktail, all for the celebratory price of $12.12.

LBS’ Bacon ‘N Eggs burger features a juicy, beef patty topped with a fried egg, smoked bacon, white cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, zesty red onion, drizzled with LBS’ famous burger sauce and a spicy mustard.

While the Bacon ‘N Eggs will help to fill guests up after a long night out, there’s no better remedy than a little “hair of the dog.” A spicy, rich Bloody Mary cocktail, paired alongside the delicious burger, makes the perfect combination to kick any hangover to the curb.

LBS Burger is place where American simplicity meets a stylized gourmet taste that reinvents the classic burger – this isn’t your mama’s barbeque grill. LBS is located at Red Rock Resort & Casino and open daily, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Follow us on Twitter @LBSBurger or become a fan at www.facebook.com/LBSBurgerJoint. For more information call us at (702)853.9393 or visit www.lbsburger.com .

Dec 9, 2011

COMME ÇA CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS

SPECIAL THREE-COURSE PRIX-FIXE MENU

Comme Ça, the modern French brasserie by acclaimed Chef David Myers at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, will offer guests a special prix-fixe dinner menu in honor of the Christmas holiday from 2 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Sunday, December 25.

The three-course meal, crafted by Myers and Executive Chef Brian Howard, is priced at $49 per person. The exquisite meal combines traditional ingredients with modern flavors, creating a distinctive dining experience for the holiday.

Guests begin the evening with Warm Bartlett Pear and Goose Rillette served with green garlic and flowering herbs.

The second course offers three different options including “All Spiced” Christmas Ham with sweet potato brûlée, brussels sprout leaves and cranberry jam; Butternut Squash Tortellini with vanilla roasted pumpkin, sage butter and pomegranate kernels; and Salt Baked Striped Bass “En Cocote” Truffle with chestnut custard and chanterelle mushroom consommé.

To complete the one-of-a-kind meal, diners will indulge in “a study of eggnog” – a sweet tribute to the seasonal holiday– Liquid Vanilla Bourbon Truffle with eggnog froth and cinnamon pudding served with Eggnog Soufflé, Winter Spiced Anglaise and Eggnog Pot de Crème.

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 23, 2011

ROLL INTO THE HOLIDAY SEASON AT RICE AND COMPANY
“Santa’s Roll” and “Roll in the New Year” debut just in time for the season

Danny Chen, Executive Chef of the Far East Asian bistro Rice & Company, brings his Christmas spirit and New Year’s revelry this season with the introduction of his newest sushi creations, “Santa’s Roll” and “Roll in the New Year” at Luxor Hotel and Casino.

Enjoy a jolly evening this December with the festive Christmas “Santa’s Roll,” made with crawfish, sliced cucumber and carrots and topped with sear ahi fluke, shiso leaf, coconut flake and togarashi, finished with a savory thai mayo sauce.

For a fresh start in 2012, try our “Roll in the New Year” sushi roll, representative of its name. This celebratory roll is made with cream cheese, smoked salmon, mango and is topped with shrimp, avocado and caviar. Served with spicy mango salsa and kabayaki sauce, “Roll in the New Year” is the ideal dinner resolution while experiencing the Luxor’s newest contemporary Asian restaurant, Rice & Company.

About Rice & Company
The atmosphere combines classic and contemporary design features, offering guests a dynamic setting to enjoy their dining experience. There are three semi-private dining rooms for business meetings, rehearsal dinners, bachelor/bachelorette parties and more, accommodating 10, 30 and 40 guests, respectively.

Located on the Luxor’s second level at the entryway to The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, Rice & Company is open daily from 5 p.m. until 11 p.m., and the lounge stays open until midnight. For more information or reservations, guests may call 702-262-4774 or visit www.luxor.com/restaurants/riceandcompany.aspx. Follow Rice & Company or become a fan at www.Twitter.com/riceandco or www.facebook.com/riceandco.

Nov 13, 2011

COMME ÇA PUTS FRENCH SPIN ON TRADITIONAL THANKSGIVING DINNER

Comme Ça, the bustling French brasserie brought to The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas by renowned Chef David Myers, will give guests something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. The popular eatery will offer a delectable, family-style, prix fixe dinner in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 24.

Families and loved ones can come together to celebrate the joyous holiday with a French-inspired, specialty dinner created by Executive Chef Brian Howard priced at $49 per person.

The bountiful meal will start with a creamy Gilcrease Orchards Pumpkin Soup complemented by a Garnet Sweet Potato Mille-Feuille. Next, guests can enjoy the Waldorf Salad which combines petite little gem lettuce, toasted walnuts, granny smith apples, champagne grape gelee and lemon thyme emulsion.

For the main course, patrons will feast on succulent Roasted Tom Turkey, accompanied by Howard’s signature Foie Gras Apple Stuffing, Green Bean Cassoulet, Comme Ça Cranberry Sauce and Giblet Gravy.

No Thanksgiving dinner is truly complete without a decadent dessert to top off the traditional feast. For dessert, patrons will fall in love with the restaurant’s Deep Fried Bourbon Pumpkin Pie served with huckleberry ice cream created by Comme Ça Pastry Chef Ramon Perez.

About Comme Ça
Los Angeles-based David Myers brings his bustling modern brasserie Comme Ça, the second location outside of its popular West Hollywood flagship, to The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Inspired by France’s vibrant neighborhood brasseries, the rustic chic Adam D. Tihany-designed restaurant serves up hearty brasserie classics including handcrafted cocktails. Comme Ça is situated within P3 Commons at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, an innovative neighborhood of restaurant experiences that convey the makings of the perfect dinner party. Not only welcoming and highly personal, but also spontaneous with a delightful sense of discovery, the P3 culinary collection embodies a synergistic approach to the modern face of Las Vegas dining. At Comme Ça, lunch is served daily from noon to 5 p.m. and dinner is served daily from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The Hourglass (late-night) menu is available from 11 p.m. to close nightly. In 2011, Comme Ça received the Wine Spectator award and was named “Best Restaurant” by 944 Magazine. Comme Ça’s famed ‘Penicillin’ was also selected as “Best Cocktail” by Vegas Seven Weekly Newspaper. For reservations, call 877.893.2001 or 702.698.7910, or please visit www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com or www.commecarestaurant.com for more information.

Nov 9, 2011

TAKE HOME FEASTS
As one of the first restaurant chains to offer the convenience of a complete holiday feast to enjoy at home, Marie Callender’s continues to offer whole meals starting at just $99.99. The classic feast includes an oven roasted turkey breast or ham with seven side dishes and a whole pie — it would be difficult to spend less cooking at home! Below my signature you will find details about the several feast offerings.

FRESH BAKED PIES
Marie Callender’s is known for their delicious, freshly baked pies. Even if you’re planning to cook at home, pick up a Marie Callender’s pie to finish your feast. Marie Callender’s offer over 30 flavors including Banana Cream, Apple, Pumpkin, Mince with Rum Sauce, “No Sugar Added” Apple and Razzleberry, and a new Caramel Pecan Pumpkin Mousse Pie.

DINE-IN ON THANKSGIVING
If cooking isn’t in your future, Marie Callender’s offers a complete in-restaurant Thanksgiving Dinner. Start with soup or salad, enjoy turkey or ham with all of the classic holiday sides, and finish the meal with a slice of fresh baked pie. Adults can dine for $19.99, while children are just $8.99. Prices and participation may vary by location.