But don't forget the nightclubs! Romance Lounge at Stratosphere is the perfect place to toast a lasting love or celebrate a new one, and staying true to its name, Tryst is a perfect hideaway to have just that. Krave's Naked Student Wednesdays presents Naked Hearts, and Piranha presents Get Your Heart On with DJ Lisa Pittman. Revolution Lounge will inspire everyone to Come Together for its Wednesday industry night, and Border Grill will have live music with a special three—course meal. Golden Rainbow's second annual Naked Hearts event borrows performers from Jubilee!, Chippendales and Fantasy on Wednesday to celebrate courtship. The one—night engagement at the Chippendales Theater at the Rio will raise money for Golden Rainbow, a nonprofit organization providing assistance to those with HIV/AIDS. RSVP at 384—2899.
The First Annual Valentine's Love Affair at Orleans Arena will have some of the biggest movers and shakers of '70s soul music to inspire a little more moving and shaking back home. The Toni Braxton: Revealed package does all the work for you, with a meet—and—greet with the sultry singer, an autographed photo, chocolate and champagne and a limited edition watch and bracelet by Giantto. RSVP at 733—3333.
For those heartbroken fools, or just those seeking a new flame, Mist and Get Out! Las Vegas present the Anti—Valentine's Day party. Whether you're single or just cynical, the group prides itself on bringing like—minded active folks together, with Valentine's Day providing the perfect excuse. RSVP at 496—1200. Finally, the Lonely Hearts Club comes together at Seamless featuring Big Papa Truck and Lemmy the Gopher. And you certainly won't be lonely anymore!
When you believe in MAGIC
It's that time of the year—when the hottest designers debut their newest lines, and we go out and try to scrub the vodka cranberry stains out of ours. The return of MAGIC Marketplace has already started to stir things up, and before the NBA comes to town to steal the thunder, here is a quick peek at where the hot duds and the hot models are with the hot parties. Although the official events at the Hilton and the Las Vegas Convention Center don't start until Tuesday, the clubs are already on top of the product—launching blitz. Pure will have the Elite Eight on Friday, with former Playboy, FHM, Stuff, Maxim, Vogue and Esquire models vying for a contract before moving over to Tangerine on Saturday. Also at Pure on Tuesday, Travis Barker hosts his Famous Stars and Straps fashion showcase with the now—famous DJ AM drum collaboration to follow. On February 15, Nicky Hilton hosts a fashion show debuting her couture line Nicholai and Chick, with DJ AM again on the turntables.
Indulge Fridays at Body English will make sure the local fashionistas aren't left out with the Love Jones Fashion Show presented by Booty Parlor (free gifts!), and gals arriving before midnight enjoy free champagne all night. Influence Tuesdays at Studio 54 throws the Celebrity Fashion Show, highlighting Christian Audigier, Ed Hardy and Smet; and Kelly Hu will host the Marceau Fashion Showcase at Tangerine on Wednesday.
Tao starts their three—day MAGIC series with the BPM Overamerica Party on Tuesday; Wednesday is the Project afterparty in the Club and the Monarchy Clothing party in the Lounge; Thursday wraps things up there with the Hudson Party along with Creative Recreation.
Heralding the Griffin
No longer a myth, the Griffin lounge is now up and flying at 511 Fremont Street Downtown, and the hip and the happy—houring are already flocking to the Griffin's cozy cave of brick and stone. With plenty of comfy, open seating and two roaring fireplaces, the belly of this beast opens Saturday and Sunday at 9 p.m., and Monday through Friday at 4 p.m. Owners Aaron Chepenik and Jonathan Hensleigh of LA are laser—focused on the locals market, offering dollar—off drinks 'til 9 p.m. on weekdays.
Cocktail of The Week |
Pink SapphireBoa, Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, $12
Ingredients
8 to 10 raspberries
1.5 oz. Bombay Sapphire Gin
0.5 oz. Chambord
1.5 oz. fresh sour mix
1 oz. simple syrup
Combine all ingredients in a shaker, strain twice, add a float of champagne. Serve in a champagne flute.
Garnish with a lime wedge and a raspberry.
This signature Valentine's Day drink is a fabulous way to toast any relationship, any time of year, and is available only at Boa.
On the cover brothers |
"It's great to see two guys who’ve been in the industry as long as they have succeed to the magnitude that Tryst has accomplished. They have set a benchmark for quality operators in this industry."
— Lure GM Andrew Dixon praises his Wynn compatriots, managing partners Cy and Jesse Waits, who are featured on the cover of Nightclub & Bar Magazine’s February issue.
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