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Get ready for an exciting new
"Celebrity Chef Connection"
as it tranforms into a streamlined blog debuting in 2010, serving up
news of your big foodie world
in small tasty bites every Wed. thereafter.
. . . Barbara Nosek & Debbie Hall
FOR NOW, ENJOY THESE
NUGGETS
THROUGH THE END OF 2009
Just some of Las Vegas' festive NYE
dining spots . . .
*
Charlie Palmer Steak in the Four Seasons has
pulled out all the stops to present such a la carte delectables as iced
shellfish platter, kobe beef tartare, several steaks, kurobuta pork chop,
wild mushrooms with caramelized onions, truffle baked potato, buttermilk
onion rings (the best !!!), classic sauces and oh so much more.
702.632.5120.
* Or go gourmet in a
more casual mode at LBS: A Burger Joint in Red
Rock Casino on way west Charleston, where there are "pounds" of goodies
including a "surf and turf" special that tops all natural beef with sautéed
jumbo shrimp, braised winter greens, red onion marmalade and oven roasted
roma tomatoes with truffle infused hollandaise sauce served with hand-cut
fries, all for $20.10 with Champagne, $14.95 without, plus party favors as
the bewitching hour approaches. Opens 11:30am. 702.797.7777.
* Or have a "beach" of
an experience right here in the desert as Cabo Wabo
Cantina on the Strip pairs a three-course dinner and midnight
Champagne or tequila toast with a performance by OU812, the Sammy Hagar
tribute band. Doors 9:30pm, advance tix $100. 702.385.2226.
* Or want to
celebrate on New Years Day instead (or, too!). Head for
T&T's Mariachi Brunch in Luxor, actually served
Jan. 1-3, and featuring choice of soup, entree and dessert, all with a south
of the border vibe taking shape as, e.g., tortilla soup, huevos rancheros,
chocolate morinita sundae, and more. And you know it's all good when
the exec cheffing is by renowned Richard Sandoval. Served 11am to 3pm, $19
per person, plus twofer drink specials. 702.262.5225.