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Catch’s updated brunch matches its atmosphere’s flash: Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021; The eye-catching tartare trio, with salmon, hamachi and tuna accompanied by caviar, tobiko wasabi and crème fraîche, should be the starting point for the table.
Comic Kathleen Madigan on returning to the road after months at home: Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021; “I did Reno, and they were rabid. I mean, the crowd was so rabid I was almost afraid of them.”
At Southern Nevada’s college campuses, online learning is here to stay: Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021; Students are learning to work collaboratively with peers through platforms like Zoom, readying them for workplaces that are also undergoing upheavals in structure.
Communities in Schools’ Tami Hance-Lehr explains how her organization has adapted to the new educational world: Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021; “A lot of our students are going through or have experienced trauma. We’ve invested in our site coordinators to make sure they have the training to go back into classrooms.”
National Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey aims to educate in and out of the classroom: Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021; “We take each person for who they are, and we meet them where they are,” says the teacher at Kermit R. Booker, Sr. Innovative Elementary School in Las Vegas.
Resorts World’s Brezza will transport guests to the Italian coast: Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021; Nicole Brisson, who famously helmed Carnevino at Palazzo, wields her knowledge of all things carnivorous here, from lamb chops and pork chops to dry-aged steaks.
Meal-making will be easier if you have these essentials on hand: Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021; The spices, sauces and canned goods you need to have around.
STK’s weekend brunch is every bit as stylish and delicious as its dinner fare: Thursday, July 29, 2021; No need to wait until after dark to enjoy this hot spot.
It’s love at first sip at Downtown’s Bungalow Coffee: Thursday, July 29, 2021; The baristas are friendly folks who can riff about coffee beans as easily as they can about their favorite music.
Nevada’s Highway 50, the “Loneliest Road in America,” is anything but: Thursday, July 29, 2021; Stretching eastward from Reno to Baker, it offers intriguing stops—ghost towns, state parks, old-timey saloons and more.
Make Ely your next Nevada bucket-list destination: Thursday, July 29, 2021; Four hours from Las Vegas, the town that sprung up as a Pony Express post office and stagecoach station has become a bustling hub of activity, both indoors and out.
Head out and explore these Nevada state parks: Thursday, July 29, 2021; From Kershaw-Ryan to Washoe Lake and beyond.
Taverna Costera’s restaurant, coffee shop and rooftop bar add to Downtown Las Vegas’ fast-growing Arts District: Thursday, July 8, 2021; Owner Jeff Hwang says the idea is to bring together local food lovers, artists, musicians and other entertainers together for a convivial night out.
Sweet Inspiration: Las Vegas pastry chef Keris Kuwana talks all things dessert: Thursday, July 8, 2021; The Weekly caught up with the Lev Group’s sugar dynamo to talk mochi doughnuts, turning tiramisu on its head and more.
Las Vegas 'reset coach' Barbra Jo Batterman helps clients find their post-pandemic footing: Saturday, July 3, 2021; During lockdown, many of us fell off the exercise train, ate too much junk food, drank too much alcohol ... or all of the above.
North Italia’s seasonal food and cocktail menu will lighten up your Las Vegas summer: Thursday, July 1, 2021; The made-from-scratch pizzas and pastas and handcrafted drinks are ideal for savoring in the company of friends.
Caviar and cocktails pair elegantly at Bellagio’s Petrossian Bar: Thursday, July 1, 2021; Is there anything more indulgent than caviar for dessert?
Delivering With Dignity seeks volunteers: Thursday, June 24, 2021; The organization, which was founded during the pandemic, delivers meals to those struggling with poverty or who are at risk of contracting COVID-19, including the elderly and people with underlying medical conditions.
Executive chef Candace Ochoa finds her home in José Andrés’ culinary world: Thursday, June 24, 2021; “If you think something is crazy, do it. That’s a staple here.”
As concertmaster, violinist De Ann Letourneau serves as the Philharmonic’s right hand: Thursday, June 3, 2021; Las Vegas is eager to see the symphony orchestra take the stage again later this year.
Restaurant Week brings community together for a worthy cause: Thursday, June 3, 2021; Three Square’s annual fundraiser is back with some timely changes.
Sweet spots: Spend the Las Vegas summer with these cool treats: Thursday, June 3, 2021; Ice creams, snow cones, frozen bananas and other colorful delights that taste as good as they look.
How to (healthily) eat or drink your stress away: Sunday, May 30, 2021; Citrus fruits, fatty fish and even dark chocolate can help.
Fermenting food can be good for your insides (and easier than you think): Thursday, May 20, 2021; Wine, tea, cheese, bread, chocolate, pickles, yogurt, kombucha … Once you understand that process, the possibilities are endless.
Donations to Three Square are being matched throughout May: Thursday, May 20, 2021; Sponsors Nevada Gold Mines operated by Barrick and NV Energy Foundation, will help provide up to six meals for every dollar donated.
Five finds at Filipino grocer Seafood City: Thursday, May 20, 2021; Chippy, Lucky Me noodles, Kopiko 3-in-1 and more.
Tips for surviving allergy season, from the CCSD/UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program: Saturday, May 15, 2021; Though allergies are an inevitable part of life for many of us, there are things you can do to mitigate some of the more bothersome manifestations.
Famed LA Thai spot Night + Market dazzles at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas: Thursday, May 13, 2021; The crispy rice salad is a texturally complex dish that can only be described as a party in your mouth, electrifying every taste bud in a delightful and surprising way.
David Chang’s Bang Bar hits the sweet (and spicy) spot: Thursday, May 13, 2021; The stall at the Cosmopolitan’s Block 16 Urban Food Hall features a wallet-friendly $9-$11 price point for main menu items.
Carmine’s Pizza Kitchen carries forth a community-focused family tradition: Thursday, May 6, 2021; “‘Saturday Night Fever’, where John Travolta walked up to the window and grabbed two slices, that’s where they all started. That’s where they all learned how to make pizza,” owner Frank Vento says.
Two Las Vegas chefs compete to be ‘Best Baker in America’: Thursday, April 29, 2021; Season 4 premieres May 3 on the Food Network.
Start reducing your carbon footprint by making changes in the kitchen: Sunday, April 25, 2021; It will benefit the planet—and our health, in the process. Here are some ways to start.
Raising Eco-warriors: Teaching kids to be stewards of the Earth: Thursday, April 22, 2021; It’s never too early to start educating your kids. Here are some tips to get you started.
Simple ways to help conserve water in Southern Nevada: Thursday, April 22, 2021; The average household in Las Vegas uses 55,000 gallons of water a year. Beyond your backyard, here are some ways to decrease your consumption.
Put your spring cleaning to good use by helping others: Thursday, April 22, 2021; Where to donate, from Big Brothers to Opportunity Village.
A peek inside North America’s largest recycling center, located right here in the Las Vegas Valley: Thursday, April 22, 2021; Three things Southern Nevada Recycling Center Community hopes customers keep in mind when filling their blue bins.
Talking cannabis with Alex Unruh and Morgan Martin of Las Vegas’ ShowGrow Dispensary: Thursday, April 15, 2021; “I think the cannabis community has really come together during this pandemic. We’re the best part of everyone’s day.”
Catch up with old friends at Ada’s Wine Bar in Las Vegas’ Tivoli Village: Thursday, April 15, 2021; The menu has been reimagined from its original seasonal Italian offerings to Spanish and Mediterranean small plates, inspired by chef James Trees’ travels in the region.
Las Vegas chef Daniel Stramm uses his culinary skills to incorporate CBD in the kitchen: Thursday, April 15, 2021; On April 20, Stramm will appear on the premiere episode of ‘Chopped 420,’ a spinoff of the Food Network’s popular ‘Chopped’ food competition.
Save money and stay healthy with DIY self-care solutions: Thursday, April 15, 2021; With just a little time and effort, you’ll be able to control exactly what you put on your hair and skin, and you’ll also feel good knowing you’re not dumping harsh chemicals down the drain or sending nonbiodegradable plastic containers to a landfill.
The food’s familiar, but the energy’s new at Estiatorio Milos’ new Las Vegas Strip home: Thursday, April 8, 2021; All the classic dishes have made the move from the Cosmopolitan to the Venetian, along with the famed three-course prix fixe lunch.
Fergusons Downtown’s subscription-based coffee club spotlights local roasters: Thursday, April 8, 2021; Vesta, Take It Easy and Zephyr have all been featured thus far.
Second Helping Podcast: Las Vegas Local Restaurant Institutions: Wednesday, April 7, 2021; We can’t wait to share the best things we ate last month from our tasty trips to Estiatorio Milos, Cornish Pasty, Ada’s Wine Bar and Border Grill.
Resorts World Las Vegas unveils food and beverage offerings: Thursday, April 1, 2021; The much-anticipated opening of the the Strip resort brings with it an outstanding portfolio of new-to-market dining destinations.
Use a deep spring cleaning to breathe new life into your home: Thursday, April 1, 2021; The benefits of the annual cleaning ritual can be immense, including improved mental well-being.
Chef Jamie Tran of the Black Sheep lands on ‘Top Chef’: Thursday, April 1, 2021; She just added some new dishes to the menu at her Vietnamese-influenced neighborhood favorite, too.
Downtown Las Vegas’ Sushi Ichiban encourages all-you-can-eat experimentation: Thursday, March 25, 2021; Go ahead and order that Sexy Bomb Roll, followed by a Happy Ending. No one will judge.
Tips for getting in the COVID-19 vaccination queue in Las Vegas: Thursday, March 18, 2021; How to get on “waste lists,” and a helpful Facebook group to follow.
Bruce Kalman previews Soulbelly BBQ ahead of its Arts District opening: Thursday, March 18, 2021; When we heard the James Beard nominee and former ‘Top Chef’ and ‘Chopped’ competitor had a pop-up going at the Kitchen at Atomic, we hightailed it Downtown.
Gut Instinct: There’s a whole universe in your digestive system. Learn to be its master: Saturday, March 13, 2021; “When we overconsume foods that promote bad bacterial growth, we start to see infections, longer-term complications and overall GI discomfort,” says UNLV’s Samantha Coogan.