Leslie Ventura
Story Archive
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Taste
Brunch gets even boozier with shots at the Perch
Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016 Make Downtown day-drinking even more fun.
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Nightlife
For the industry set, Tacos & Beer is more than a place to eat and drink
Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2016 It's the perfect combination.
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Features
A Boulder City family has turned character building into Big Business
Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016 Deep within Characters Unlimited, the Statons bring their creations to life.
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Intersection
Vegas grocery shopping gets a Natural expansion
Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016 Will Natural Grocers be able to pull us away from Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and Sprouts?
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Nightlife
Rivea’s lobster risotto requires patient preparation
Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016 It's a time-tested treasure.
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Nightlife
Don't miss Hakkasan's Evolution of Ling Ling cocktail flight
Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016 Sample the eclectic beverage program and mouth-watering cuisine.
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Nightlife
Morning or late-night, breakfast won’t be the same with Eggslut
Thursday, July 28, 2016 Each sandwich is so good you’ll want to order another right after you’ve devoured the first.
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Nightlife
Alana Litavis dreams up fun for the Palms
Thursday, July 28, 2016 When it comes to GBDC, the vice president of brand marketing lets her imagination run wild.
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Style
Five things we need from Kate Hudson's new Fabletics store
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 The Downtown Summerlin store celebrates its grand opening this weekend.
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Noise
The Weekly interview: Sean Lennon
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 "My whole life is a tribute to my dad ... Every time I play music, every time I play piano, I am thinking of him."
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Noise
The Lique funkifies democracy during its album-release show at Vinyl
Tuesday, July 26, 2016 The band's poignant lyrics fell on ears like razorblades, emboldened by the band’s sonic fluidity.
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Nightlife
Jauz goes off the deep end with his new residency
Thursday, July 21, 2016 From Skrillex to Tiësto, Jauz hangs with the heavyweights.
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Nightlife
Resqwater’s healing elixir cures a case of the morning after
Thursday, July 21, 2016 This 8-ounce bottle could be your new holy grail.
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Intersection
'Pokemon Go' has taken over because it's innocent fun
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 It has become the world’s most popular smartphone app since launching July 6.
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Intersection
Two peaceful Black Lives Matter demonstrations help raise awareness
Monday, July 18, 2016 “We want peace, we want justice, we want community. We can’t fight the police and then expect them to protect us.”
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Nightlife
The luxurious Cirrus Aviation provides the private jet of choice
Thursday, July 14, 2016 “You can call us up and within about an hour we can have you airborne.”
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Noise
Local sound roundup: WNTRBRK, K. Kilfeather and more
Wednesday, July 13, 2016 Plus a new song from indie band Demi Vie.
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Noise
A storm builds around Kurumpaw’s mystical surf-rock
Wednesday, July 13, 2016 They're not afraid to take risks—and they stand out for it.
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Downtown
Downtown loses a cultural cornerstone in the Beat
Tuesday, July 12, 2016 As the building's owners prepare to swap in an imported eatery, the coffeehouse's impending closure warrants a reminder of its influence.
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Nightlife
The Venue's bar Virtue Vice is ready to make a splash Downtown
Tuesday, July 12, 2016 Wondering what's the deal with that big building at 8th and Fremont? There's a bar in there.
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Nightlife
Omnia is the ideal theater for Steve Angello's 'Wild Youth'
Thursday, July 7, 2016 Dive into the Swedish DJ's new sound.
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Nightlife
Light/Daylight marketing whiz Natalia Harris keeps it moving
Thursday, July 7, 2016 "Every week is like a whole new challenge."
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Style
Swim in style: Your poolside look, perfected
Thursday, July 7, 2016 Make a splash in these summery threads.
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Nightlife
Wynn Collection is couture luxury
Thursday, July 7, 2016 Find head-turning statement dresses and other ready-to-wear designs.
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Noise
Strip pianist Halsey Harkins develops a voice of her own
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 She's performed with Wayne Newton and Jersey Boys.
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Intersection
Community involvement can help against domestic violence
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 Two recent local familicides remind us of the importance of dialogue about domestic violence.
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Nightlife
Singer Nyla branches out from her Major Lazer smash
Thursday, June 30, 2016 “I’m just gonna go to the club, hit up a couple restaurants, pop some bottles, do that thing."
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Intersection
'Athleisure' brand Fabletics will launch its first Nevada store this summer
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 The online, subscription-based activewear company quickly became a fan favorite due to its affordable workout gear and personalized outfit recommendations.
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A&E
ISI's Rock n' Rattlecan showcases the diversity of the music and tattoo art scenes
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 ISI's new bi-monthly party brings live aerosol art, live music and a tattoo art together.
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A&E
Live music returns to the Huntridge Tavern
Tuesday, June 28, 2016 Free shows—and even cheaper drinks—have begun at the Downtown dive.
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Intersection
Stilt performer injured at Electric Daisy Carnival
Thursday, June 23, 2016 Performer Marco Landin was injured during an altercation at this year's festival.
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Nightlife
Taking it all in at EDC Week in Las Vegas
Thursday, June 23, 2016 From his Kinetic Field set to his Marshmello prank, Tiësto conquered the Speedway.
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Noise
EDC’s 20th edition keeps the party spectacular at the Speedway
Wednesday, June 22, 2016 Two decades after EDC's debut, there's still nothing comparable.
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Noise
Closing out EDC Night 3 with Tiësto, Richie Hawtin, Adam Beyer and more
Monday, June 20, 2016 "Jesus is love, and a place like this is full of everybody that loves each other. So what better place to bring Jesus?”
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Entertainment
Some odd, off-the-wall stuff seen at EDC
Monday, June 20, 2016 EDC takes the cake when it comes to the awesomely outlandish.
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Noise
Kaskade’s Circuit Grounds set highlights EDC 2016 Night 1
Saturday, June 18, 2016 EDC’s sights and sounds are overwhelming and beautiful. One partier’s totem reads: “Welcome home.”
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Noise
EDC 2016 Night 1: The good, the weird, the ugly
Saturday, June 18, 2016 Highlights and downsides include the new log ride, Kaskade, the flaming bug and—surprise!—the parking.
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Noise
Concert on-sales: The Rolling Stones, Meghan Trainor, Silversun Pickups and more
Friday, June 10, 2016 Plus: Slipknot and Marilyn Manson, Alice in Chains and more.
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Music
Catching up with Las Vegan Jordan Rosenthal of Fortunate Youth
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 The California-based band plays Reggae in the Desert on June 11.
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Features
Back with a vengeance: Carla Pellegrino returns to Vegas from Miami with new tricks
Thursday, June 2, 2016 The Top Chef Season 10 competitor has returned to Las Vegas with a fresh perspective.
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Noise
Doom, power violence and vegan punk—headed to a Vegas neighborhood near you
Thursday, May 26, 2016 Vegas has some seriously heavy bookings lined up for the end of May.
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Nightlife
Drake at Jewel: Opening weekend, May 20
Thursday, May 26, 2016 Drizzy delivered hit after hit, performing far longer than the average club set.
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Nightlife
Jonathan Fine stays on the cutting edge of casual
Thursday, May 26, 2016 Fine has won over the Las Vegas Strip and the suburbs with hip, uber-casual hangs like PKWY Tavern, PBR Rock Bar and Rockhouse.
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Nightlife
Claude VonStroke brings the Birdhouse to Sundown at Daylight
Thursday, May 19, 2016 The underground DJ is taking flight in Vegas.
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Nightlife
Antonio Nunez builds a winner in the neighborhood
Thursday, May 19, 2016 Homegrown eatery Kitchen Table is a shining diamond in the suburbs.
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Noise
Joseph Brailsford merges playful whimsy with seriously good music
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 Brailsford, who served as Darby O'Gill and the Little People's accordion player for nearly 15 years, is embracing his inner singer-songwriter.
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As We See It
An update on Strip parking
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 How much will it cost? How do I avoid paying for parking for now? The Weekly has the answers.
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Noise
Bee Master's 'Placeholder' EP signals more-finished tunes to come
Monday, May 16, 2016 A cohesive, energetic collection.
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Features
From a family heirloom Camaro to a Karmann Ghia dream, these locals love their vintage wheels
Thursday, May 12, 2016 These Vegas locals don't just enjoy their rides—they're obsessed with them.
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Features
A 1975 Corvette gets a Rat Fink-style makeover as 'The Bubble Ray'
Thursday, May 12, 2016 This local restoration went full Frankenstein.












































