Brock Radke
Story Archive
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NightlifeColin Comer steps into the Light and flips the creativity switch
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 Comer and John Pettei created Play Management to operate the nightclub/dayclub combo at Mandalay Bay.
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NightlifeFirst impressions: Getting to know Lily hostess Collette Spewak
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 She might say she’s a hospitality newbie, but it’s hard to believe.
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NightlifeVanilla Ice helps relaunch old-school Throwback Thursdays at LAX
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 “The people who come to these shows want to relive a certain time, they want to dance and have fun and smile and be happy."
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NightlifeFind edgy eats at Andrea’s
Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 Hip has never been a problem at Encore's Asian inspiration.
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ReviewsWestgate’s remade Edge Steakhouse satisfies with classic style
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 The resort best known as the Las Vegas Hilton needed a culinary makeover, and it got one.
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As We See ItLooking for a bartender gig? Try the Vegas version of Topgolf
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 Set to open in May, Vegas’ Topgolf will be 105,000 square feet and four levels of swinging fun.
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Dining NewsDining News & Notes: Moonen hosts tasty viewing party for ‘Recipe for Deception’
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 Also, Stratosphere's lofty lounge gets a new name and Trevi dishes up a new lunch special.
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TasteWhen fried chicken attacks
Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 Everywhere I go, crunchy, juicy deliciousness tempts me.
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NightlifeDelicately delicious cuisine at cool Kumi
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016 Why do the hottest of the hot keep finding their way to chef Akira Back’s Mandalay Bay sushi stronghold?
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NightlifeBaauer’s Studio B at Light brings sprawling sound to the Strip
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016 His ability to bounce between genres is making Baauer one of the most sought-after producers in hip-hop and dance music.
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NightlifeChateau adds the Strip-side rooftop Beer Park to its perfect party
Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016 Element Hospitality is "taking the intimidation out of nightlife" at Chateau.
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ReviewsFish N Bowl is a true seafood gem hiding in the southwest ’burbs
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016 Former RM Seafood chef Howard Choi is serving up every kind of sushi roll and rice bowl you’ve ever heard of—and a whole lot more.
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TasteThe mobile mogul: Oliver Naidas launches fifth food truck Lobsterfest
Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016 His humble, tasty trucks like Sausagefest and Tacofest have regulars from across the country.
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NightlifeWelcome to ‘Industry Weekly’: Greenspun Media Group launches new nightlife-focused pub
Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016 The new magazine inside Las Vegas Weekly explores the world's most captivating entertainment landscape.
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NightlifeSean Christie's new role at Wynn calls for innovation
Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016 The resort's vice president of operations is looking to create trends, not follow them.
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NightlifeFrom New York to Vegas, Carbone creates an essential experience
Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016 No matter the circumstance, it’s always a special occasion at the Aria restaurant.
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DiningDining News & Notes: Virgil's Real Barbecue to open at Linq, SLS' Dine-N-Dash fundraiser and more
Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016 Plus: Expect Carla Pellegrino to launch new projects soon.
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The Incidental TouristWhat construction site signage says about Alon and Resorts World
Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015 Frisson means “a sudden, passing sensation of excitement; a shudder of emotion; thrill.” That sounds pretty cool, right? If that’s what’s going to be installed across from Wynn and Encore, a big pile of frisson, I could get down with that. These answers are all we have, so far, to answer the question of what comes next on the Strip, at least in …
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Chef TalkBuilding beautiful food at Bardot Brasserie with chef Joshua Smith
Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015 "My onion soup needs to be better than the best you’ve ever had or else it will feel like a letdown."
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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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FeaturesNYE 2015 Guide: Kick-ass Vegas parties, concerts and meals to ring in 2016
Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2015 New Year's Eve 2015: From megaclubs to Atomic Hayrides, concerts to Champagne-soaked feasts, we’ve got your last night of 2015 on lock. Celebrities set to appeaer include Fetty Wap, Pete Wentz, Nicki Minaj and Calvin …
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As We See ItThe closing of ‘Zarkana’ proves Vegas means business
Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015 MGM Resorts has announced Zarkana will wrap on April 30, and a new show won’t be taking its place.
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NightlifeCosmopolitan’s new Clique Lounge is fueled by a hospitality dream team
Monday, Dec. 21, 2015 Clique will take over the Book & Stage space, soft-opening in time for New Year’s Eve.
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Dining NewsDining News & Notes: Jardin now open at Encore, Sugarcane coming to Venetian
Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 Plus, the Feast of Seven Fishes is back at Emeril's.
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FeaturesSearching for his sound: Behind the scenes with 14-year-old Las Vegas DJ TreL
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015 For 14-year-old DJ TreL, unleashing his sound is a 'superpower.'
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FeaturesThe Rio Buffet's new mega-buffet experience
Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015 There was a time when the Rio Buffet was the center of the Vegas buffet universe. Now, the Carnival World & Seafood Buffet offers a new experience — prepare for the invisible hand-stamp that will get you into what feels like Club Shrimp Scampi.
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TasteChef Kim Canteenwalla prescribes his favorite dishes at Andiron
Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2015 From matzo balls to doughnuts, Kim's got you covered.
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The Incidental TouristEncore Player’s Club and other venues look to diversify Vegas nightlife
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015 Encore Player’s Club is more about updating the casino-floor model than specifically targeting Generation Y.
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ReviewsJessie Rae’s BBQ is smoking and serving some intriguing meat
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015 Jessie Rae's BBQ claims to serve Las Vegas-style barbecue. Is that a thing?
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DiningA Strip chef finds a strip-mall home and serves up the goods at the Rice Shop
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015 Simply put, this food shames the quickie teriyaki bowls we’ve been eating all these years.
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As We See ItIn brief: The California renovates and Tenaya Creek's Allegiant Air deal
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015 Boyd Gaming announced a complete face-lift is underway at its seminal Downtown hotel-casino the California.
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NightlifePKWY Tavern maintains an easy local vibe, just with more beer
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015 The bar has 150 taps and 250 different brews available any given night.
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NightlifeScenes from Fukuburger's Chinatown grand opening
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015 The enhancement of Chinatown nightlife: Fuku's brick-and-mortar space joins many nearby eating, drinking and karaoke spots.
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Dining NewsClique Hospitality takes over Mercadito and will open two restaurants at Green Valley Ranch Resort
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015 Andy Masi's new restaurant and bar company continues to expand at a rapid pace.
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Dining NewsDining News & Notes: Mundo closes, MGM adds new chefs
Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015 Also, seek out special holiday dinners at Morels and Made L.V.
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The Incidental TouristWith resorts under construction and Strip sites for sale, the Vegas engine is running again
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015 Remember SkyVue? The 38-acre Strip parcel is for sale.
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NightlifeThe Mob Museum celebrates Repeal Day just right
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015 If we know anything about the Mob Museum, it’s that it’s big on details.
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NightlifeNightlife News & Notes: Hakkasan Group's upcoming expansion, a big weekend at Drai's and more
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015 Plus: What you'll find at Mirage's new Center Bar and Parlor Lounge.
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ReviewsCozy Californian Mexican food lands at Downtown Summerlin with Pancho’s
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 Downtown Summerlin has grown into a very well-balanced casual dining destination, and now it isn’t missing a Mexican restaurant.
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TasteSteamie Weenie brings creative hot dogs to Green Valley
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 From regional classics like the Chicago dog to creative originals like the 9th Island, the Weenie has you covered.
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As We See ItTreasure Island adds pop-culture icons to its kitschy collection
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 Pirates and robots and heroes, oh my! Victory Hill Exhibitions is bringing new attractions to the Strip hotel.
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TasteLet’s explore Other Mama’s new cocktail menu
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 Raw bar or booze bar? Why can't it be both?
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NightlifeDaylife takes a wild turn at Crush Fridays Party Brunch
Monday, Nov. 23, 2015 A bottle-popping, table-dancing, Snickers-pancake-loaded, Friday afternoon shindig.
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TasteSnacking on the Strip: Eating the original Buffalo wings at Anchor Bar
Monday, Nov. 23, 2015 These wings live up to the hype, and the Beef on Weck is pretty great, too.
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Dining NewsDining News & Notes: New restaurants from Stratta, Mizoguchi and Sgrizzi
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015 Also, Elizabeth Blau joins the cast Restaurant Startup, and Stripsteak teams up with Glenfiddich.
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FeaturesScratching the surface: Hunger is a bigger problem in Las Vegas than you think
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015 Southern Nevada’s identity is wrapped up in the perception of Vegas, the glitz and the fun, but the real Las Vegas is plagued with the real problems of any growing American metropolis.
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NightlifeChatting up Steve Aoki as he preps to celebrate his birthday at Hakkasan
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015 The DJ talks his Steve Aoki Charitable Fund, moving into his Henderson home and more.
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NightlifeNightlife News & Notes: 3LAU's Hakkasan and Omnia debuts, NYE headliners and more
Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015 Also, a new opening date for LGBT dance spot Rendezvous.
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FeaturesOne great bite in every Downtown casino
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015 The baked ziti, oxtail soup and waffle sandwich you need in your life.
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FeaturesDowntown: The center of all taco
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015 The city’s best taco shops are in the same parking lot.
