12.29.10 · 6:47 PM

Untruths in local food advertising

When it comes to Las Vegas food signage, absolutely anything goes. For example, check out the spice rack sign by the Fashion Show Mall fool court’s wrap stand. “WORLD FAMOUS SPICE BAR,” it says. Is it now? WORLD famous? Any of you familiar with the GW Spice Bar? That’s what I thought. Oh, and here’s another sign I saw, in the Wynn, advertising Chef Bill DeMarco’s food: “Savory small plates are perfect for sharing,” it reads. No they’re effing not; ... Read more...

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12.21.10 · 2:22 PM

A heartfelt holiday apology

Dear Las Vegas Weekly readers, We at Las Vegas Weekly strive to keep you abreast of the most exciting cultural events happening in your city and across the nation. We do this, in part, through our “Trust Us,” segment in which we explicitly ask that you put your trust in us by watching, listening to, and reading the TV shows, the CDs, and the books that we recommend. Last week, I asked you to ‘trust me’ and watch the season ... Read more...

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12.7.10 · 3:30 PM

Diplomacy and dog $h!t

Dear Sir or Madam, Cleaning up dog poop isn’t fun—I know that. It’s a chore, and it’s a gross one. You’ve made it clear that you’re not interested in doing it, and I’ve slowly accepted that. I’m not going to say that you should pick up your dog’s poop from my front porch area (e.g., my rocks, my sidewalk, my steps) because it’s “the right thing to do.” We’re way past that. I will, however, tell you this: If I ... Read more...

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Featured Cocktail

Cocktail of the Week May 15, 2013
by Sabrina Chapman

The Golden Pillar: An architectural cocktail built for XS

This Sunday, XS nightclub celebrates the grand reopening of its after-dark pool party, Night Swim. Along with the bash comes a new offering of signature cocktails served by the pitcher, ...
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