Jim Begley
Story Archive
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TasteThe lowdown on Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles
Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Who needs Roscoe’s when you’ve got Lo-Lo’s?
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ReviewsJardin marks a successful start to Joe Zanelli’s second tour for Wynn
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 An interesting menu heavy in standards that also rewards more adventurous eaters.
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ReviewsChef Roy Ellamar reinvents his Bellagio spot with the market-inspired Harvest
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016 A farm-to-table concept that highlights local purveyors—yes, we have those—that lets the chef shine.
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FeaturesMidnight snackage: Our sweet, savory and sauced-up worship of post-party grub
Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016 Vegas' all-night party ends with loaded burgers, buttery pancakes and a hot bowl of salvation.
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DiningCraft Kitchen is a fresh-baked example of how far local dining has come
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016 Former Red Rock Resort executive pastry chef Jaret Blinn brings his locally inspired fare to Henderson.
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Dining NewsThe Goodwich kiosk to transform into a new culinary incubator
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016 Chef Justin Kingsley Hall is set to bring his SLO-Boy concept to the popular shack in Dino's parking lot.
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TasteSTK’s new Sunday Brunch Club is as much fun as it sounds
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016 Executive chef Stephen Hopcraft has envisioned a brunch menu much better than it has to be.
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TasteA great chef celebrates incredible ingredients at Artisanal Foods Cafe
Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016 Simply put, if you like food, you’ll love this lunch.
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FeaturesCelebrating the Cosmopolitan’s fifth birthday with an all-day feast
Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015 Raising a fork to Cosmopolitan’s fifth anniversary: From tapas at Jaleo to spaghetti at Scarpetta and everything in between, Cosmo, you’re still delicious.
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DiningTable 10’s new Snack Bar: A happy-hour revolution
Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015 When a dish is gone for the evening, it’s scratched off the board and done for the night, so eat early and eat often.
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TasteThe best new restaurants of 2015
Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2015 15 fresh spots where we’ll still be dining long after the year is over.
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ReviewsDig into the Mediterranean with a trip to Rivea
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2015 Alain Ducasse's remade restaurant atop Delano Las Vegas is definitely worth a visit.
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ReviewsAníse Tapas & Grill delivers contemporary kosher cuisine to the west side
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015 The restaurant offers an array of Mediterranean dishes as small plates along with more traditional entrée options.
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ReviewsVegas’ newest burger chain The Habit deserves serious contender status
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 With Shake Shack and In-N-Out, the Habit's arrival resulted in a holy trinity of fast-food burgerdom.
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TasteSharing is caring at Atomic Liquors
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2015 Bottle shares allows beer lovers to circumvent distribution limitations and try brews from around the world.
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DiningBite Now: Carmine’s spicy scarpariello wings
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015 These stellar chicken wings are a labor of love for chef Michael Ingino.
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ReviewsChile Addiction brings fun New Mexican fare to our southwest
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2015 Think of it as a trip to Santa Fe, minus the nine-hour drive.
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DiningTina’s Gourmet Sausage House knows its meats
Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015 Sausages like the Hungarian gyulai, charcuterie, chicken blintzes and more.
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ReviewsDowntown’s new Therapy allows a culinary talent to flourish
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015 Crispy fried pig ears, oxtail empanadas, Mexican street corn and more.
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DiningFat Choy’s Sheridan Su focuses on simplicity with his next project, Flock & Fowl
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015 Ever had Hainan chicken? The Fat Choy owner wants to pass his obsession with the Chinese dish along to you.
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Dining NewsDining News & Notes: Raku expands to LA and Edge Steakhouse arrives
Tuesday, July 28, 2015 Plus: Honey Salt's Summer of Love, Border Grill's Top Chef Masters reunion dinner and Crush's "Forgive Me" menu.
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FoodStreet Dogs does fine links with Venezuelan flair
Wednesday, July 22, 2015 If Chicago dogs are dragged through the garden, Venezuelan dogs have rummaged through the pantry.
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DiningThings have taken a chocolatey turn at the new Hexx
Wednesday, July 15, 2015 Are you ready for bean to bar?
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DiningSearsucker is a compelling, unorthodox partner to its nightclub neighbor
Wednesday, June 3, 2015 Nothing is as it seems at Searsucker, which leads to some seriously addictive dishes.
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FoodBarbacoa is the way to go at Tacos El Rodeo
Wednesday, May 27, 2015 While our English word barbecue is derived from barbacoa, the two styles of cooking couldn’t be more dissimilar.
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DiningRadio City Pizzeria’s name no longer does justice to its brilliant food
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 This restaurant renovation includes all-new everything, and it deserves to be on your must-eat list.
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DiningChef Brian Howard gets us drooling at MTO’s supper series
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 The owner of the upcoming Harvest & Larder restaurant joined a murderer's row of guest chefs for a flavor-packed pop-up dinner.
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FoodFormer Nobu chef Kevin Chong creates his own cuisine at Japañeiro
Wednesday, April 1, 2015 Do not miss the Nigerian prawn with uni butter.
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FoodAsian Variety or mostly Japanese? Either way, Inyo is delicious
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 Chef Gregg Fortunato is doing great things on Spring Mountain Road.
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FoodForte does everything deliciously, and now it does breakfast too
Wednesday, March 11, 2015 Chef and restaurateur Nina Manchev is at it again, bringing flavors from all over the world to your morning meal.
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FoodUrban Turban offers a slight twist on a traditional cuisine
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 This hip new Indian restaurant is a different beast, with nary a buffet line in sight.
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FoodSporting Life Bar chef Daniel Dalton upgrades meat and potatoes
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 The food is just more interesting at this neighborhood bar. Try making the skirt steak and crushed potatoes in your kitchen.
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FoodLucky Foo’s adds new flavors to the neighborhood foodscape
Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015 A neighborhood restaurant operated by nightclub folk could be a disaster, but Lucky Foo's is the farthest thing from it.
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FoodFrom uni to octopus balls, Izakaya Go is on its way to greatness
Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015 Add another great local izakaya to your eat list.
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Food10 brilliant new burgers to eat right now in Las Vegas
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015 From Shake Shack to Guy Fieri and hangover burgers to jerk turkey burgers, let the battle for the best commence!
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FoodThe South rises again at the Venetian’s tasty Yardbird
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015 The scarcity of food from the Land of Dixie in the desert raises expectations for this Miami import.
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FoodOff the Hook is a fresh catch at Flamingo Village
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2015 We didn’t know deep-fried scallops were a thing, but we're glad they are.
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DiningMoko Asian Bistro is an island of creative cuisine
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015 Thirty-hour sous vide Berkshire pork belly? Yes please.
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FoodAuthentic Russian eats are back at Cafe Mayakovsky
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015 The restaurateurs behind the former Tverskaya have returned, armed with delicious pelmeni and vereniki.
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DiningThe best new restaurants of 2014
Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014 We have some surprises—only five of our 14 choices are on the Strip this year.
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FoodChoosing this year’s standout dishes
Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014 Jim Begley focuses on five most memorable bites, from bar snacks to escargot pie.
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DiningStay up late for Yusho After Dark
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014 Chef Brian Lhee's late-night, collaborative party turns into a monthly event.
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DiningDavid Clawson Restaurant is a top new arrival
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014 A unique concept and precision execution make this distant southeastern restaurant worth the trip.
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FoodOutstanding German food awaits at Henderson’s Bavarian Castle
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014 Start with potato pancakes and save room for the rouladen.
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FoodThe dynamic Bazaar Meat is so much more than a steakhouse
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014 Meat and potatoes? Nah. Try 87 different dishes from blood sausage with sea urchin to suckling pig.
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FoodBite Now: Yassou’s Big Fat Gyro
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014 The search for the perfectly overflowing pita sandwich leads to Yassou.
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DiningHoney Salt’s creators take aim at tricky Tivoli Village with Made L.V.
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014 And its varied menu is arguably better than the award-winner down the street.
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Booze IssueHow to order Delmonico’s clandestine whiskey cocktails
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014 Max Solano's menu is worth the trip—you just have to catch him at the Venetian steakhouse's bar.
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DiningOmae reaches for new levels of sophistication
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 The multi-course dinner at new Japanese Cuisine by Omae is unlike any other local dining experience.
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FoodDelmonico delivers a pig-licious feast of epic proportions
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014 Not only was there swine galore, but there were pork fat-washed Templeton Rye cocktails, too.
