Endo Edibles

October 7, 2021
6:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Casa Playa, Las Vegas NV

Casa Playa

VIBRAS BUENAS – EMPRESS 1908 GIN, PINK GRAPEFRUIT LIQUEUR, BLUE MATCHA, DRAGONFRUIT, HIBISCUS, LIME

OBSIDIAN – CASAMIGOS REPOSADO TEQUILA, ANCHO REYES VERDE, FRESNO CHILE, CUCUMBER, BLACK SEA SALT, LIME

HOUSEMADE GUACAMOLE – HOUSEMADE BLUE CORN TORTILLA CHIPS

MEXICAN BLUE SHRIMP CEVICHE – YOUNG COCONUT, TOMATILLO, CUCUMBER

DUCK CONFIT TAMAL – MOLE DE LA CASA, RICOTTA

OCTOPUS COLORADITO – MOLE, POTATO IN ESCABECHE

MUSHROOM TETELA – CHIHUAHUA CHEESE, SALSA ROJA TATEMADA

CORN ESQUITES – QUESO FRESCO, EPAZOTE

WHOLE CAULIFLOWER AL PASTOR – PINEAPPLE BUTTER, CASHEW SALSA

WAGYU CARNE ASADA TACOS – SALSA ROJA, AVOCADO

SHORT RIB SUADERO – AVOCADO, SHISHITO, TOMATILLO

HOUSEMADE CORN TORTILLAS

CHURROS FOR THE TABLE – MEXICAN CHOCOLATE, CAJETA, CANDIED PEANUTS, TOASTED COCONUT

MANGONADA – PASSION FRUIT CREMEAUX, MANGO SORBET, HOUSEMADE CHAMOY

TRES LECHES – TOASTED COCONUT, WHITE CHOCOLATE

Inhabiting the old Andrea’s and Elio space, Casa Playa describes itself as Mexican Coastal Cuisine in a lively atmosphere, the dollars spent on décor undoubtedly substantial with a hefty price tag not unexpected for those familiar with Wynn’s Restaurants both fine and casual.

Decorated in suspended flowers and Aztec touches, a particularly attractive staff happy to guide guests through Food and Beverage while EDM bumps at club levels overhead, Casa Playa taps Chef Sarah Thompson to create dishes of sustainably sourced products including everything from fresh Fish to domestic Wagyu.

Not lacking a lively bar, Noah Arenstein and mixologist Mariena Mercer Boarini responsible for seasonal Cocktails built atop top-shelf Mexican Spirits, both Vibras Buenas and Obsidian offer a balanced punch well suited to $1 per bite Guac and bright Mexican Shrimp Ceviche.

Offering both light and heavy choices, Octopus left a bit too chewy grounded by Mole that is far better utilized alongside a delicious yet incredibly overpriced Duck Tamale, Mushroom Tetelas come highly recommended for good reason thanks to robust flavors amidst creamy Cheese and three to share for just $15.

Distinctive without detouring far from the Food of Playa del Carmen, Carne Asada made with Wagyu more than $11 a piece after tax and tip, better value is found in Short Rib Suadero with Housemade Tortillas and Vegan-friendly Cauliflower that is big enough to share and good enough that no one will miss the Meat for just $29.

Adding on Corn Esquites, somewhere between Mexican Street Corn and Creamed Corn but delicious either way, Postres come in seven varieties at $14 each, the Mangonada intensely acidic and suited for those who enjoy such things while Tres Leches impregnated with shards of White Chocolate is masterful…and far better than $24 “Churros for the Table” that are no better than four in Mexico for 30 Pesos or Spain for €4.

THREE STARS: Using a sustainably sourced menu and flavors similar to upscale spots in Playa del Carmen Chef Sarah Thompson’s food is bold and delicious, but like most other things at Wynn the prices induce eye-rolls no matter how gorgeous the room and staff.

RECOMMENDED: Vibras Buenas, Mushroom Tetelas, Short Rib Suadero, Whole Cauliflower Al Pastor, Corn Esquites, Tres Leches.

AVOID: Mangonada has a very limited audience, while the Duck Tamal, Wagyu Tacos and Churros are impossible to recommend at their price.

TIP: Open from 5:00pm till late, Reservations recommended.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.wynnlasvegas.com/dining/fine-dining/casa-playa

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October 6, 2021
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Valencian Gold [2,] Las Vegas NV

Valencian Gold

Canary Islands Colada – Diplomatico Rum Mantuano, Honey, Falernum, Coconut, Pineapple, Lime

Charcuterie – Queso, Embutidos, Jamón, Marmalade, Apricots, Chicken Liver Mousse, Olives

Sourdough Pan Gallego – Olive Oil

Pan de Aceite – Olives, Queso del Pastor

Bombas de Queso – Fried Cheese, Truffle Honey

Montaditos – Garlic, Mushrooms, Herbs

Patatas Bravas – Brava Sauce, Buttermilk-Chive Alioli

Montaditos – Housemade Chorizo, Mojo Verde

Yo Soy Tomato – Onions, Red Wine Vinegar, Olive Oil, Herbs

Little Gem Salad – Anchovy, Pimenton Dressing, Cheese

Iberico Potatoes – Iberico Ham, Cream, Thyme

Pan Roasted Carrots – Saffron, Garlic, Bay Leaf

Charred Broccolini – Moruno Spices

Vegan AF Paella – Red Peppers, Snap Peas, Chickpeas, Mushrooms, Flowers, Vegan Alioli

Sucking Pig – Truffle Jus

Goat’s Milk Basque Cheesecake – Wood Roasted Blueberries

Located in the Southwest Marketplace, off Rainbow Boulevard, Valencian Gold reopened in mid-August 2021, the former “Spanish fast-casual” spot now a more complete concept focused on Tapas, Paella and Cocktails with great customer service.

Owned and operated by Chef Jeffrey Weiss, now a solo act assisted by new recruits, it was having arranged a special event that twenty-five guests sat down just prior to 6:00pm, tables specially arranged amidst pounded tin, tile, murals of Salvador Dali and a beautiful open kitchen with live fire toward the back.

Benefitted by extensive training, Chef Weiss previously awarded an Institute of Culinary Education scholarship to train overseas before authoring “Soul of Spain,” it was after Cocktails were poured that a parade of plates commenced while rock music played lightly overhead.

“Paella for the People” glowing in neon, and Gil Hayon leading a front of house already outpacing other Off-Strip Restaurants around for years, Charcuterie, Cheese and housemade Bread arrived on large platters alongside Truffled Honey Cheese Balls prior the first of two Montaditos topped in garlicky Mushrooms plus Herbs.

Next serving traditional Patatas Bravas, no frills but as good as one might find in Barcelona, Montadito dos utilized Chef Weiss’ housemade Chorizo well before lightening the load via Little Gem Salad and plump Heirloom Tomatoes.

Seamlessly shifting from classic to modern, much like the Food offered in Tapas Bars throughout Spain, Iberico Potatoes find themselves sliced and tender beneath crunchy Skin while Broccolini and Carrots rely only on quality product cooked properly with complex seasoning to shine.

Able to order from servers or via online app accessed via QR Code, it was having already tasted most of Valencia Gold’s Paellas that this visit included “Vegan AF” in staunch juxtaposition to a whole Suckling Pig finished over the flames before tableside carving and the addition of truffled Jus.

At this point seeing most guests stuffed, some waving their napkin like a white flag, it was with leftovers packed that dinner concluded in world-class Basque Cheesecake featuring subtly charred Goat Cheese and Sugar in perfect harmony.

FIVE STARS: Chef Weiss has reinvented something unique and delicious with Valencian Gold, and although the location may be obscure to some its flavors, price point and creativity should be enough to make the Restaurant a destination for many.

RECOMMENDED: Bombas de Queso, Pan de Aceite, Queso del Pastor, Patatas Bravas, House Chorizo, Iberico Potatoes, Suckling Pig, Basque Cheesecake.

AVOID: NA, though the Montaditos and Suckling Pig are large party items not on the current menu.

TIP: Open 4p-9p Wednesday and Sunday, 4p-10p Thursday through Saturday. Reservations recommended.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.valenciangold.com

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October 6, 2021
11:30 AM
by: Uhockey

Milpa Catering [5,] Las Vegas NV

Milpa Catering

Cilantro Rice – Lime

Cilantro Lime Shrimp

Adobo Chicken

Cilantro, Cabbage, Radish, Pickled Onion, Lime

Guacamole

Handmade Corn Tortillas

Romaine & Jicama Salad – Romaine Lettuce, Jicama, Cucumber, Red Onion, Radish, Cranberry, Pepitas, Pomegranate, Queso Fresco, Jalapeno Vinaigrette

Tortilla Chips

Corn Esquites – Roasted Corn, Jalapenos, Cotija

Black Beans

Marzipan Concha

Debuted in early 2021 Milpa took over the former Elia space at 4226 South Durango Drive, its off-kilter location unfortunately easy to miss despite the fact that Chef DJ Flores is cooking some of the best contemporary Mexican Cuisine in Las Vegas.

Part Molino and also a sit-down Café, with stone-ground housemade Tortillas a point of pride, Milpa’s focus is a healthier sort of Mexican Fare built largely from local Ingredients, and although not everyone will appreciate that difference the ones that do will be rewarded by every bite.

Ordered for delivery on Monday, a Milpa employee arriving on time with plenty of serviceware and utensils, it was not long before staff piled their plates with everything from fragrant Rice to tender Beans, while Corn Esquites channel Elotes minus all the Mayonnaise.

Raised in Vegas with skills developed under thinkfoodgroup and Too Hot Tamales before staging at Quintonil in Mexico City, Chef Flores created Milpa after time at Chica in The Venetian, though the authenticity of this project far outpaces anything from Lorena Garcia whether it be Salad or roasted Meats.

Well-priced for the quality, roughly $15 per person providing more than enough of everything to go around, Guacamole, Chips and Salsa are all praiseworthy and made fresh daily, as are Concha served during early hours and as a weekend special topped with Masa Ice Cream.

Further making fans with a Romaine & Jicama Salad, whether eaten as intended or using its constituents as Taco toppings, Chef Flores’ handmade Tortillas are medium-thick, soft and with the perfect amount of flex such that one is enough to support three plump Shrimp or juicy Chicken plus accoutrements.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Milpa achieves the rare trifecta of healthy, affordable and delicious, all while utilizing time honored techniques plus largely local Ingredients to produce Mexican Cuisine that outpaces places deemed “Fine Dining” on The Strip.

RECOMMENDED: Corn Esquites, Tortillas, Guacamole, Romaine & Jicama Salad, Cilantro Lime Shrimp, Marzipan Concha

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Follow milpa_lv on Social Media for daily specials, pop-ups and business hours that currently stand at 10am to 7pm Monday through Wednesday, closed Thursday, 10am to 7pm Friday, 9am to 7pm Saturday and 9am to 4pm Sunday.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.milpalv.com

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October 4, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Metro Pizza Catering [13,] Las Vegas NV

Metro Pizza

Chopped Italian Salad with Ranch Dressing and Italian Dressing

Zamboni Pizza – Sausage, Old School Pepperoni, Roasted Red Peppers, Mike’s Hot Honey, Mozzarella Cheese

Milano Pizza – Garlic Cream Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Ricotta Cheese, Garlic

Pantheon Pizza – Garlic Cream Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Chicken, Spinach, Feta Cheese

Brooklyn Jr – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Mushroom, Romano Cheese, Olive Oil

The Gotham Pizza – Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Sausage, Green Peppers, Ground Beef, Onions

Cheese Pizza – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce

Old New York – Thick Sliced Mozzarella Cheese, Italian Tomato Sauce, Basil

86th Street Square Pie – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Romano Cheese, Olive Oil, Old School Pepperoni

Triple Play – Thin Crust, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Triple-Portion Chicago Sausage

Pepperoni Pizza – Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni

Mini Cannoli – Ricotta, Confectioner’s Sugar, Chocolate Chips

Four High Carrot Cake – Raisins, Walnuts, Cream Cheese Icing

Serving Las Vegas for over forty years one might well assume Metro Pizza has the delivery game down to a science, and even now with more competition than ever John Arena and Sam Facchini’s Pizzeria remains irreproachable in terms of customer service.

Featuring locations North, South, East and West, with another soon to come at the Convention Center, it was minutes prior to 11:30am that delivery arrived porting Food, utensils, plates and condiments, each carefully packaged such that Salad and Desserts were chilled with everything else piping-hot.

Suitable for almost any budget, it was focused on old favorites that eleven Pies plus Salad and Dessert were received for under $15 per guest, the all-inclusive cost yielding enough for all plus an assortment of leftovers.

Now the twentieth time delivering to this office, in addition to myriad visits to locations on Decatur, Horizon Ridge or Sky Pointe, it was beginning with Salad that many once again praised Metro’s duo of housemade Dressings, though those more concerned with eating while Food was still temperature appropriate predictably went straight for familiar Pepperoni or the “Zamboni” Pizza complete with two Meats, Roasted Peppers and a generous drizzle of Mike’s Hot Honey.

Moving next to Old New York, a classic trio on voluptuous Crust, several staff took a chance on Metro’s “Milano” while “The Gotham” beneath Supreme styling stood no chance as crispy triangular Slices were quickly devoured.

Onward to the “Pantheon” with Chicken and Goat Cheese, followed by a “Triple Play” of Sausage on crispy rectangles, the cold-fermented 86th Street remains defiantly light despite its thickness even after traveling ten miles while Pepperoni Pies and Cheese slices mostly disappeared within the hour.

Finishing with Metro Pizza’s Dessert platter, filled-to-order Cannoli outlasting more familiar Carrot Cake, suffice it to say that Metro remains Las Vegas’ best Pizzeria entering 2021, and despite mounting competition the gap only seems to be widening.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone there is a reason John and Sam have been successfully serving Las Vegas for so long, a good part of it skill and doing things the right way, but also by focusing on the customer to deliver on their promises no matter how big or small the budget.

RECOMMENDED: 86th Street Square Pie, Zamboni, Milano, Triple Play, Chopped Salad, Cannoli, Carrot Cake.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Catering Menu Available here – www.metropizza.com/catering/ and contact metro_catering@embarqmail.com or 702-256-3719 to order.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.metropizza.com

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October 2, 2021
1:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Dave’s Hot Chicken (West Sahara Avenue,) Las Vegas NV

Dave’s Hot Chicken

Kale Slaw

Mac n’ Cheese

French Fries

Lite Mild Chicken Tenders

Mild Chicken Tenders

Medium Chicken Tenders

Hot Chicken Tenders

Extra Hot Chicken Tenders

Reaper Chicken Tenders

Strawberry Milkshake

Vanilla Milkshake

Chocolate Milkshake

With over 300 franchise licenses sold across America it seems safe to say a Dave’s Hot Chicken will be nearby soon, the Los Angeles late-night pop-up born in 2017 recruiting Hollywood backers and Wetzel’s Pretzels co-founder Bill Phelps to “blow their minds” with a Nashville staple.

Founded by four friends in a parking lot, Arman Oganesyan and Chef Dave Kopushyan the most prominent names, Dave’s specializes in Tenders, Sliders, three Sides and Shakes, a rubber Chicken logo and audacious decorations making each location not only impossible to ignore, but distinct.

Offered at seven spice levels ranging “No Spice” to “Reaper,” the latter once requiring a signed waiver, Dave’s embodies “quick-casual” by way of hand-breading and housemade verbiage, though by all intents and purposes both speed and service are basically good ol’ Fast Food.

Undoubtedly benefitted by Social Media and branding, a look at the brand’s #instagram loaded with influencers, it was with each of Dave’s spice profiles ordered that six diners partook in tasting, lite-mild and mild largely indistinguishable though the Chicken itself was generously portioned and quite moist.

A little warmer with mild, though still a notch below Hattie B’s or Prince’s in Music City, “Hot” finally achieves a burn on the lips that is easily extinguished by Pickles or flaccid crinkle-cut Fries.

Using White Bread to support the Poultry, all deposited in the trash along with insipid Mac n’ Cheese no better than Kraft, Kale Slaw is better than expected and useful when transitioning to Extra Hot or Reaper which mostly numbs the tongue and lips within a few moments before slowly trailing off.

Certified halal, and open from 11:00am daily since early July, those fancying something sweet can get their fix with one of three Milkshakes, the Chocolate overly-sweet but plenty thick while Vanilla and Strawberry fare better in terms of natural flavor amidst their creamy base.

THREE STARS: An “American Dream” story for ownership, as a franchise Dave’s Hot Chicken seems less compelling, with juicy Flesh but spice profiles less complex than Nashville’s “hot spots” and sides that are (at best) forgettable.

RECOMMENDED: Hot Chicken, Extra Hot Chicken, Strawberry Milkshake, Vanilla Milkshake.

AVOID: Lite-Mild, Mild, Fries, Mac n’ Cheese.

TIP: Online ordering available.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.daveshotchicken.com

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September 29, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Cubanidad 1885 Catering [8,] Las Vegas NV

Cubanidad 1885

Minced Ham and Bechamel Croquette

Chicken Croquette

Cod Fish Croquette

Arroz Con Pollo

Sweet Plantain Maduros

Fried Plantain Tostones

Sweet Potato Mash Puré de Boniato

Medianoche Sandwich – Smoked Ham, Roasted Pork, Swiss Cheese, Homemade Mustard Sauce, Sweet Egg Dough Bread

Ham and Cheese Empanada

Ropa Vieja and Plantain Empanada

Sweet Coconut Pastelito

Guava and Cheese Pastelito

Now inhabiting the block south of Spring Mountain Road on Fort Apache since just before Memorial Day 2019, it was based on the strength of seven prior catering gigs that #supportlocal lunch was ordered from Cubanidad 1885, e-mails answered in a timely manner making catering for twenty-five simple while the portions that arrived were bountiful.

Dubbed “the Ybor Original,” locations in Tampa Bay as well as Miami highly regarded for the Cuisine of Chef Dennis Martinez Miranda, it was by one of the Restaurant’s own staff that several trays were delivered at a cost of $25, opting to skip Uber Eats and DoorDash saving Cubanidad 1885 upwards of $100 in fees.

Packing everything in temperature-controlled containers, it was with goods unpacked that staff explored flavors novel yet familiar, several Hispanics quick to praise Empanadas packed with a variety of Filings such as Beef with Plantains or Minced Ham and Cheese.

A locally-owned import, Chef Miranda’s Cuban upbringing and professional training in Venezuela followed by Miami yielding products with big flavors as well as proper technique, it is great fortune for fans of Brandade, Baccala or even “Fish Sticks” that Cubanidad’s Coquettes match the quality of those seen throughout southern Florida, the fried Plantains equally oil-free with just a touch of Salt while Maduros are tender and sweet.

Opting for roast Chicken and aromatic Rice once more, and happy to tuck-into Pork or Chicken Croquettes, it was alongside these that one Cuban employee deemed Cubanidad 1885’s Medianoche “as good as back home,” the housemade Bread standing up nicely to Smoked Ham, Roasted Pork, Swiss Cheese and Mustard Sauce.

Not about to skip Dessert, plus Puré de Boniato nearly as sweet, Pastelitos in two flavors eat light, flakey and better than those at any local Panaderia thanks to Butter-laminated Pastry nearly bursting with Coconut Jam or Guava Jam and Cream Cheese.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Cubanidad puts on a very impressive display in terms of customer service and preparedness while the product served far outperforms the modest price point.

RECOMMENDED: Cod Fish Croquette, Minced Ham and Bechamel Croquette, Tostones, Maduros, Ham and Cheese Empanada, Ropa Vieja and Plantain Empanada, Medianoche Sandwich, Guava and Cheese Pastelitio.

AVOID: Catering Orders come without serving utensils, a small detail but something to keep in mind.

TIP: Online Ordering available through all the usual suspects, but calling or e-mailing directly saves the Restaurant a lot of money and comes with free delivery within 5 miles for orders over $25.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.cubanidad1885.com

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September 27, 2021
11:20 AM
by: Uhockey

Big Chicken Catering [4,] Las Vegas NV

Big Chicken

Uncle Jerome – Nashville Hot Chicken, Lettuce, Mayo, Pickles

Big Aristotle – Organic Muenster Cheese, Crispy Fried Onions, Bacon, Sweet & Smoky Memphis BBQ Sauce

Superman – Swiss Cheese, Smashed Avocado, BBQ Ranch

BC Fries

Chicken Tenders

Lucille’s Mac n’ Cheese – Cheeze-It Crust

Chicken Caesar – Crispy Chicken, Romaine, Parmesan, Croutons, Caesar Dressing

Crispy Chicken Cobb Salad – Crispy Chicken, Romaine, Bacon, Tomatoes, Smashed Avocado, Hard Boiled Egg, Blue Cheese, Ranch

BBQ Chicken Salad – Crispy Chicken, Roasted Corn Relish, Romaine, Pepper Jack Cheese, BBQ Ranch

Big Chocolate Chip Cookie

Recently celebrating three years serving Las Vegas, with a second location in Glendale, Big Chicken navigated its way through the pandemic thanks to leadership including General Manager Trisha Durham and Chef Matt Piekarski who each assisted with a memorable lunch on Monday.

Still surprising fans as well as skeptics with Food far better than the typical “celebrity” Restaurant, Shaquille O’Neal’s involvement seeing talented locals tapped from the start, it was via ezCater that delivery was seamlessly coordinated at a budget well-within guidelines and timely delivery.

Using sturdy exterior packaging to protect product freshness, several boxes arriving temperature appropriate from 4480 Paradise Road, it was not long before staff dug in finding Sandwiches perfectly textured thanks to vertical presentations that keep seasoned Poultry crunchy and Buns fluffy.

Opting for one “Superman” Package plus thirty Strips, the former offering 28 Sandwiches, Fries, three Salads and two Cookies for $400, it was with Salad that many attendees opted to start, the BBQ version a big hit while mix n’ match Cobb and Caesar also succeed on the strength of their ingredient quality.

Moving next to Big Chicken’s eponymous item, the Breasts from Naked Truth brined and cooked crisp with plenty of moisture locked beneath well-spiced Breading, it was with some added to Salads and others used simply as Dippers than Tenders were gone quick while the Bird on Brioche saw Nashville-inspired Uncle Jerome earn high marks in a market quickly becoming over-saturated.

Creating additional fans by way of BC Fries, the thin and crispy Spuds eating more like seasoned Chips than actual French Fries and thus traveling well without sog, The Big Aristotle Sandwich also earns high marks thanks to melted Muenster Cheese, battered Fried Onions, Bacon, and smoky BBQ Sauce.

Not forgetting Lucille’s Mac n’ Cheese, plus a Superman Sandwich with Ranch and Guacamole, it was with amusement that many posed for pictures with a Big Cookie before finally dividing and devouring, the Dough from Crumb Fairy Bakery in Van Nuys California chewy from edge-to-edge with Organic Dark Chocolate helping to keep sweetness in check.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone there is no doubt that Chefs Matt Piekarski and Silverman have created something far better than expected at Big Chicken, and whether enjoyed on-site or at the Office the product outperforms the competition at a fair price considering Ingredient quality.

RECOMMENDED: Uncle Jerome, Big Aristotle, Chicken Strips, Shaq Sauce, BC Fries, Cobb Salad, Lucille’s Mac n’ Cheese.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Open 11a through 10pm daily.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.bigchicken.com

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September 25, 2021
11:55 AM
by: Uhockey

Bardot Brasserie [27,] Las Vegas NV

Bardot Brasserie

Bardot Baguette, Brioche, Country Bread

Iced Tea

Oeufs Mimosa – Smoked Paprika, Cocktail Onion, Cornichon, Osetra Caviar

Escargots en Croute – Burgundy Snails, Absinthe Butter, Paris Mushroom, Roasted Garlic

Tarte Flambee – Smoky Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Fromage Blanc

House Smoked Salmon Platter – Dill Fleurette, Hard Boiled Egg, Capers, Brioche, Everything Spice, Osetra Caviar

Pastry Basket – Canelé de Bordeaux, Kouign Amann, Pain au Chocolat, Pain au Raisin

Steak Tartare – USDA Prime Filet Ground to Order, Egg Yolk, Sauce Verte, Potato Chips

Foie Gras French Toast – Brioche, Vanilla Mascarpone, Almond Brittle, Seared Foie Gras, Orgeat Syrup

Smoked Salmon Benedict – Hollandaise, Trout Roe, Poached Eggs, English Muffin, Salad

Short Rib Hash – Braised Short Rib, Kennebec Potatoes, Madeira-glazed Mushrooms, Sunny Side Up Eggs

Hunter’s Waffle – Glazed Duck Confit, Poached Eggs, Sauce Maltaise

French Dip – Bardot Baguette, Shaved Prime Rib, Mushroom Duxelles, Cheese Fondue, Au Jus

Bardot Quiche – Fresh Goat Cheese, Roasted Mushrooms, Spinach, Hash Brown, Green Salad

Secret Burger – Dry-aged Prime Rib Patty, Caramelized Onions, Sauce Perigourdine, Gruyere, Aioli, Lettuce, Brioche

Crème Brulee – Vanilla Bean, Raspberries, Turbinado Croquant

Chocolate Macaron – French Chocolate Cookie, Gianduja Chocolate Mousse, Milk Chocolate Mousse, Candied Orange, Chocolate Ganache

Traditional Mille Feuille – Caramelized Puff Pastry, Vanilla Pastry Cream, Brandied Cherries

Strawberry Baked Alaska – Banana-Pecan Dacquoise, Strawberry Sorbet, Vanilla Gelato, Vanilla Meringue, Cognac

Some say the best Restaurants are those that a guest wants to revisit even before leaving, and over the course of twenty-seven meals served across six years Bardot Brasserie has redefined “the best,” not only in terms of Food but setting and service that all continue to shine under the direction of Chef Nick Dugan.

Reemerging in the decline of COVID-19, though staff remain adorned in PPE, it was at 12:30pm Saturday that Aria’s second floor was found busy, a familiar front-of-house greeting nine diners who were seated comfortably at a table in the center of the room.

Nearly full as mask mandates have lessened, no small feat in a city with such diversity of options, it was with confirmation of no allergies or intolerances that Carte Blanche was deferred to a team that has earned unwavering trust, The Strip’s best Baguette predictably arriving first – warm and crunchy with soft Salted Butter on the side.

Now settled into Chef Dugan’s style, time spent with Gavin Kaysen at Bellecour before joining Michael Mina seeing an almost seamless transition from Chef Josh Smith’s new-French classics, course one featured a familiar trio of shared Appetizers, Nick’s riff on Escargots en Croute essentially a Pot Pie with Snails cooked in herbaceous green Sauce while Deviled Eggs and House-smoked Salmon each found themselves upgraded by a dollop of Osetra Caviar.

Continuing with three additional Appetizers, Happy Hour’s Tarte Flambee as good as on a Paris sidewalk plus ground-to-order Tartare that has wowed diners since day one for good reason, it seems hard to believe that a Restaurant doing such volume turns out top tier Viennoiseries, but that is exactly the case with Kouign Amann, Pain au Chocolat and custardy Canelé de Bordeaux.

Slightly retooling Bardot’s Burger, its double dry-aged Prime Rib Patties now with Caramelized Onions, Sauce Perigourdine and Gruyere, Brunch continued with Bardot’s oft-overlooked Hunter’s Waffle and Chef Nick’s Salmon Benedict featuring Orange-Yolk Eggs and Hollandaise on a housemade English Muffin.

At this point taking the opportunity to showcase another new menu item, Bardot’s French Dip riffing on the Wellington’s flavors thanks to Shaved Prime Rib and Mushroom Duxelles, Vegetarians will find lots to love about high-walled Quiche while carnivores may instead sink their teeth into Shortrib Hash featuring Prime Beef, Eggs, crispy Potatoes and Mushrooms.

Not about to miss the famous French Toast, a thick wedge arriving with its plus-size quenelle of Vanilla Cream and Almond Brittle plus Foie Gras, those who previously thought Bardot’s Macaron “too rich” will be thrilled to find it lightened by way of Gianduja Chocolate and a bit of Citrus while the Crème Breule and Mille Feuille have reverted to classic Vanilla but still maintain their reference-standard textures.

Adding one more Dessert to the afternoon, tableside presentations back by way of Baked Alaska featuring the flavors of Strawberries and Banana flambeed in Cognac, it seems difficult to imagine Bardot Brasserie continues to raise the bar over and over, but it does.

FIVE STARS: Having repeatedly challenged fellow gourmands to name a better Bistro, Brasserie or Café in North America than Bardot none have yet stood up to the task, and while some may believe that a Restaurant doing big volume cannot possibly compete with a place that seats fifty I’ll simply say I’ve done the legwork and Bardot can.

RECOMMENDED: Escargots en Croute, Tarte Flambee, Pastry Basket, Hunter’s Waffle, French Dip, Secret Burger, French Toast, Mille Feuille, Chocolate Macaron, Baked Alaska.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Follow @nrdugan or @bardot_lv for specials.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.michaelmina.net/restaurants/las-vegas/bardot-brasserie

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September 24, 2021
11:20 AM
by: Uhockey

CRAFTkitchen Catering [22,] Henderson NV

CRAFTkitchen

Chopped Southwestern Chicken Salad

Turkey & Avocado Club Sandwich, Multigrain Roll

Shaved Pork Sandwich, Coleslaw, Apple Jam, Potato Roll

Korean Fried Chicken, Ube Bun

Elotes Dip, Lime Chips

Red Velvet Whoopie Pie

Lemon Meringue Tart

Almond Croissant

Cherry Scone

Wild Blueberry Kouign Amann

Pumpkin Cheesecake Kouign Amann

Always happy to #supportlocal with one of Sin City’s very best, CRAFTkitchen again catered lunch on Friday, Chef Blinn predictably arriving early with all the necessary serviceware and this time wowing staff with several current menu items plus requested specials.

Making the twenty minute trek from Henderson, several trays delivered temperature-appropriate from a Restaurant that knows a thing or two about catering, it was around 11:30am that dishes were unpacked, the smoky Chicken Salad favored by many Elotes Dip has become so popular a tray was emptied in twenty minutes.

Always well-portioned and fair-priced, a group of twenty-five getting their fill with plenty of leftovers packed to-go, entrees consisted of three sized-down Sandwiches, Chef Blinn’s impressive baking skills on display with Housemade Buns including Ube surrounding spicy Fried Chicken and an even lighter Potato Roll that nonetheless stands up admirably to Roast Pork, Slaw and Apple Jam.

Continuing with sliced Turkey on hearty Multigrain, plus a bit more Dip, Dessert required saving room first for an Almond Croissant and Scone topped in Cherries before moving on to soft Whoopie Pies drizzled in Icing around Cream Cheese Frosting.

Not about to forget Lemon Tarts piled high in Meringue, it was as an added bonus that CRAFTkitchen’s signature Kouign Amann was offered, currently dressed in Wild Blueberries or decidedly autumnal Pumpkin Cheesecake.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone CRAFTkitchen has always gone the extra mile to assure off-site dining is every bit as delicious as inside the Restaurant on South Eastern, and in the era post-COVID 19 it will be that same dedication which draws guests back, reminding diners of what made Jaret and Tami’s place great to begin with.

RECOMMENDED: Elotes Dip, Korean Fried Chicken, Roast Pork Sandwich, Whoopie Pies, Kouign Amann.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Patio or Dine in Reservations Recommended via Yelp! waitlist. Curbside & Delivery Available. Open 7 days, 8am-3pm.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.craftkitchenlv.com

Posted in Bread Basket, Catering, CRAFTkitchen, CRAFTkitchen Catering, Croissant, Croissants, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada, Pork Tagged #supportlocal, Almond, Almond Croissant, Almond Croissants, Almonds, Apple, Apple Jam, Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Apples, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Avocado, Avocados, Bacon, Blueberries, Blueberry, Blueberry Kouign Amann, Bread, Breast, Breasts, Bun, Butter, Buttermilk, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Cabbage, Cake, Cakes, Candied Pecan, Candied Pecans, Carrot, Carrots, Cheese, Cheese Cake, Cheesecake, Cherries, Cherry, Cherry Scone, Cherry Scones, Chicken, Chicken Breast, Chicken Salad, Chickens, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chopped Lettuce, Chopped Romaine Lettuce, Chopped Southwestern Chicken Salad, CK Potato Bun, CK Ranch Dressing, Club Sandwich, Cole Slaw, Coleslaw, Compote, Corn, Corn Tortilla Chip, Corn Tortilla Chips, Cotija, Cotija Cheese, CRAFTKitchen, CRAFTkitchen Catering, Cream, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Frosting, Cream Cheese Icing, Croissant, Croissants, Crust, Dessert, Desserts, Dip, Dressing, Elotes, Elotes Dip, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Frangipane, Fried Chicken, Frosting, Garlic, Greens, Henderson, Icing, Jalapeno, Jalapeno Pepper, Jalapeno Peppers, Jalapenos, Jam, Jaret Blinn, Jelly, Kimchee, Kimchi, Korean Fried Chicken, Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, Korean-inspired Fried Chicken, Kouign Amann, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemon Meringue, Lemon Meringue Pie, Lemon Meringue Pies, Lemon Meringue Tart, Lemon Meringue Tarts, Lemons, Lettuce, Lime, Lime Tortilla Chips, Limes, LV, Mayo, Mayonnaise, Meringue, Michael Uzmann, Micro Greens, Mini “K.F.C.” Korean Fried Chicken, Mini “K.F.C.” Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, Multigrain, Multigrain Roll, Multigrain Rolls, Nevada, NV, Oat, Oatmeal, Oats, Onion, Onions, Organic Chicken, Pastries, Pastry, Pecan, Pecans, Pepper, Peppers, Pie, Pies, Pork, Potato, Potato Bun, Potato Buns, Potato Chip, Potato Chips, Potato Roll, Potato Rolls, Potatoes, Pumpkin, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Pumpkin Cheesecake Kouign Amann, Pumpkins, Ranch, Ranch Dressing, Red Velvet, Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Whoopie Pie, Red Velvet Whoopie Pies, Roast Pork, Roll, Romaine, Romaine Lettuce, Salad, Salads, Salt, Sandwich, Sandwiches, Sauce, Scone, Scones, Sea Salt, Seed, Seeds, Sesame, Sesame Seed, Sesame Seeds, Shaved Pork, Shaved Pork Sandwich, Sin City, Slider, Sliders, Smoked Bacon, Southwestern Chicken Salad, Sriracha, Sriracha Slaw, Sugar, Tajin, Tami Blinn, Tart, Tarts, Tomato, Tomatoes, Tortilla, Tortilla Chip, Tortilla Chips, Tortillas, Turkey, Turkey & Avocado Club Sandwich, Turkey Breast, Ube, Vanilla, Vegas, Viennesoire, Viennesoires, Viennoiserie, Viennoiseries, Whip Cream, Whipped Cream, Whoopie Pie, Whoopie Pies, Wild Blueberries, Wild Blueberry, Wild Blueberry Kouign Amann, “K.F.C.” Korean Fried Chicken, “K.F.C.” Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich

September 22, 2021
11:31 AM
by: Uhockey

Meraki Greek Grill Catering [12,] Las Vegas NV

Meraki Greek Grill

Greek Salad – Romaine Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumber, Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Pepperoncini, Greek Vinaigrette

Greek Rice

Fried Potatoes

Chicken Gyro

Steak Kalamakia

Falafel – Chickpea Fritters, Lemon, Herbs

Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onions (for Gyro Kit)

Tzatziki – Authentic Greek Yogurt, Cucumber, Garlic

Hummus – Garbanzo Beans, Tahini, Lemon

Pita

Mama’s Rice Pudding

Baklava – Phyllo, Walnuts, Honey

Now a regular part of the lunch rotation, former Estiatorio Milos Chef Nikos Georgousis and Girair ‘Jerry’ Goumroian of Henderson’s The Great Greek all-but rescuing the plaza on Rainbow at Tropicana in early 2017, it was amidst once again that Meraki was ordered on Wednesday, and difficult as it may seem to believe these guys just keep getting better.

Nothing less than an Off-Strip sensation since opening its doors, and pivoting nicely to off-site dining during the pandemic, guests may now opt for dine-in or take-out, Meraki’s servings always more than generous and prices so affordable that one sometimes wonders how the Restaurant is even making a profit.

Defined as “doing something with soul, creativity and love,” a spirit embodied by courteous employees taking all necessary precautions, it was after 11:30am that employees arrived with several easy-stacking boxes containing temperature-control trays, this simple extra step guaranteeing Food is indistinguishable from that served inside the Restaurant.

Serving a diverse crowd on this occasion, but doing so with an impressive spread of Proteins, Produce and imported Ingredients, Hummus remains a highlight in terms of taste and texture while Steak Kalamakia served instead of Greek-style Meatballs earned praise for tender Filet Mignon with a slight char.

This time finding Feta separate Meraki’s Greek Salad, just the way staff likes it, Greek Rice also received high praise for its fluffiness and flavor while the Gyro kit allowed ample customization of marinated Chicken with Tomatoes, Lettuce, Onion and tangy Tzatziki made with “authentic” Greek Yogurt.

Happy to find no shortage of Pita, soft and warm rounds gratuitously slathered with dueling Spreads, Vegetarians were further treated to crisp and oilless Potatoes lightly perfumed by Herbs or two-bite Falafel that are light but toothsome and fragrant with Garlic as well as Cilantro.

Not forgetting Dessert, Mama’s Rice Pudding always a staff favorite, Honey-soaked Baklava rife with Walnuts is also highly recommended and arguably the best in Sin City.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Meraki Greek Grill offers budget-friendly, fresh and well-crafted Fare with impeccable customer service, Girair and his team’s attention to detail making Meraki Las Vegas’ premier off-Strip spot for Mediterranean cuisine for the last several years.

RECOMMENDED: Hummus, Tzatziki, Chicken Gyro, Steak Kalamakia, Mama’s Rice Pudding, Baklava.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Open 11-9 Tuesday through Saturday and until 8pm on Sunday. Full menu for on-site dining, takeout and catering accurate per the website. Follow on Social Media @merakigreeklv for specials.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.merakigreekgrill.com

Posted in Bread Basket, Catering, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Meraki, Meraki Greek, Meraki Greek Grill, Meraki Greek Grill Catering, Nevada Tagged #supportlocal, Authentic Greek Yogurt, Baked Phyllo, Baked Phyllo Dough, Baklava, Beef, Beef Steak, Bread, Catering, Cheese, Chick Pea, Chick Peas, Chicken, Chicken Gyro, Chickens, Chickpea, Chickpea Fritter, Chickpea Fritters, Chickpeas, Cinnamon, Citrus, Cow, Cows, Cucumber, Cucumbers, Dessert, Desserts, Dill, Dough, endoedibles, Falafel, feta, Feta Cheese, Food, Foodie, Fresh Herbs, Fried Potato, Fried Potatoes, Fries, Fry, Garbanzo Bean, Garbanzo Beans, Garlic, Girair Goumroian, Girair ‘Jerry’ Goumroian, Greek, Greek Rice, Greek Salad, Greek Spices, Greek Vinaigrette, Greek Yogurt, Greens, Grilled Chicken, Grilled Meatball, gyro, Herb, Herbs, Honey, Hummus, Imported Feta Cheese, Jerry Goumroian, Kalamakia, Kalamata, Kalamata Olive, Kalamata Olives, Kalamatas, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemons, Lettuce, LV, Mama’s Rice Pudding, Meat, Meraki, Meraki Greek, Meraki Greek Grill, Meraki Greek Grill Catering, Michael Uzmann, Nevada, Nikos Georgousis, NV, Oil, Olive, Olive Oil, Olives, Onion, Onions, Parsley, Paste, Pastries, Pastry, Pepperoncini, Pepperoncinis, Phyllo, Phyllo Dough, Pita, Pita Bread, Potato, Potatoes, Pudding, Red Onion, Red Onions, Rice, Rice Pudding, Romaine, Romaine Lettuce, Salad, Salads, Seed, Seeds, Sesame, Sesame Paste, Sesame Seed, Sesame Seeds, Sin City, South Rainbow, Steak, Steak Kalamakia, Sweet Semolina Cake, Tahini, Tavern Fries, Tavern Fry, Tomato, Tomatoes, Tzatziki, Vanilla, Vegas, Vinaigrette, Walnut, Walnuts, Warm Pita, Yogurt

September 20, 2021
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine [6,] Las Vegas NV

Edo Gastro Tapas & Wine

Gazpacho – Watermelon, Tomato, Pimento

Kaluga Caviar Eggs – Caviar, Trout Roe, Salmon Roe, Egg Yolk, Bottarga Espuma

Mantis Shrimp – Kaluga Caviar, Fermented Calamari-Matsutake Shoyu

Artichoke Cup – Artichoke Escabeche, Uni, Maine Lobster, Comté Crustade

La Russa – Traditional Potato Salad, Jamon Ibérico, Anchovies, Pickled Onion

Tuna – Romesco, Sea Grapes

Montadito – Oloroso Cured Salmon, Dill Macaron, Mustard Sauce

Quail en Escabeche – Kusshi Oyster, Gem Lettuce a la Plancha, Morel Mushroom

Fig Salad – Stracciatella Cheese, Anchovies, Grapes, Red Frill Mustard, Plum Vinegar

Tarte Flambe – Aged Striploin Carpaccio, Jamón Ibérico, Manchego

Txangurro – Blue Crab, Potato Espuma, Truffled Egg Yolk

Tempura Squash Blossom – Wild Boar Ragù, Parmesan Espuma

Cuttlefish Carbonara – Sepia Tagliatelle, Jamón Ibérico, Pecorino Romano Cheese

U10 Scallops – Butternut Squash, Black Mussel Sauce, Coconut Beurre Blanc

Setas Risotto – Wild Mushrooms, Comté Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Bomba Rice

Fluke a la Plancha – Manila Clams, Caviar Beurre Blanc, Morels

Suckling Pig Terrine – Braised Artichokes, Shallots, Salsify, Charcutière Sauce

Strawberry Granita – Popcorn Cream, Popcorn Dust

When dinner for two suddenly turns into five including dietary restrictions, a pair of renowned physicians and two PhDs it can safely be said the night is going to be a little different than most. “I like Vitner Grill” said the man with more years a clinician than I’ve been out of diapers. “What about Jaleo?” said the out-of-town Pescetarian staying at Cosmo. It’s rare that this writer is the least academically-accomplished person at a table, but I had to intervene.

But then came questions from Roberto and Chef Oscar. How do we impress someone who just dined at the Restaurant of the World’s best Chef (per The Best Chef Awards 2021)? I suggested they do the same as they have five times prior – “cook whatever you like.”

And they did. And it was outstanding regardless of experience. Harvard, Stanford or a Buckeye who has been to ten of Spain’s Michelin 3* Restaurants.

Perspective is everything, and I’m blessed to see much of life from an advantaged position, but the times I get to open new (or old) eyes to someplace like EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine in my own town are extra special.

FIVE STARS: Three years since opening Chef Oscar Amador Edo continues to create bold and balanced plates both traditional and modern, while service led by Roberto Liendo provides a world-class experience on par with the best of Catalonia.

RECOMMENDED: Kaluga Caviar Eggs, Mantis Shrimp, Artichoke Cup, Quail en Escabeche, Tarte Flambe, Txangurro, Fluke a la Plancha, Suckling Pig Terrine.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: 5:00p-9:00p daily. See Social Media for specials. Reservations available via Website, Yelp!, Phone or Opentable.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.edotapas.com

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September 20, 2021
11:30 AM
by: Uhockey

Milpa Catering [4,] Las Vegas NV

Milpa Catering

Cilantro Rice – Lime

Cilantro Lime Shrimp

Short Rib Barbacoa

Cilantro, Cabbage, Radish, Pickled Onion, Lime

Guacamole

Handmade Corn Tortillas

Romaine & Jicama Salad – Romaine Lettuce, Jicama, Cucumber, Red Onion, Radish, Cranberry, Pepitas, Pomegranate, Queso Fresco, Jalapeno Vinaigrette

Tortilla Chips

Corn Esquites – Roasted Corn, Jalapenos, Cotija

Arbol Potatoes – Roasted Potatoes, Arbol Salsa

Marzipan Concha

Chocolate Concha

Ordered for delivery on Monday, a Milpa employee arriving on time with plenty of serviceware and utensils, it was not long before staff piled their plates with everything from fragrant Rice to spicy Spuds, while Corn Esquites channel Elotes minus all the Mayonnaise.

RECOMMENDED: Chorizo Lentils, Corn Esquites, Tortillas, Guacamole, Romaine & Jicama Salad, Cilantro Lime Shrimp, Short Rib Barbacoa, Marzipan Concha

AVOID: N/A.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.milpalv.com

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September 18, 2021
2:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Eataly, Las Vegas NV

Eataly

Diet Mole Cola

Hot Honey Soppressata Roman Pizza – Ferrarini Spicy Emilia Salame, Mutti Tomatoes, Housemade Mozzarella, Mike’s Hot Honey / Capricciosa Roman Pizza – Rovagnati Prosciutto Cotto, Stracciatella, Taggiasca Olives, Roasted Mushrooms, Artichokes, Mutti Tomatoes

Tagliatelle alla Bolognese – Mutti Tomatoes, Beef & Pork Ragu, 12 Month Parmigiano Reggiano

Polpette al Pomodor – Housemade Meatballs, Mutti Tomato Passata

Prime Rib Panini – Creekstone Farms Black Angus, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Housemade Bread, Housemade Porcini Rub

Housemade Bread, Olive Oil

Rigatoni alla Carbonara – Housemade Rigatoni, San Carlo Guanciale, Pecorino Romano Zerto, Chino Valley Farm Eggs, Black Pepper

Massese Neapolitan Pizza – San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella di Bufala, Ferrarini Spicy Salami

Baba al Limoncello

Torta di Nocciole

Ricotta Arancia

Esse di Albicocca

Quadratino al Cioccolato

Bombolato – Bomboloni, Pistachio Gelato

Coconut Gelato

Although Oscar Farinetti opened the first Eataly in Torino on January 27 of 2007 its Las Vegas iteration has seen nothing but turmoil since inception, everything from #metoo to a global pandemic shaping a landscape that began when The Monte Carlo changed to Park MGM with the arrival of professional sports next door.

Currently one of seven North American locations, an original idea to gather Italy’s biodiversity under one room adjusted to accommodate an area of predominantly tourists, it is beginning at 7:00am daily that guests can stop by for Breakfast, Espresso or Pastry with everything from Pizza to Pasta and Wine doing big volume by eleven or noon daily.

Informal with short waits and a diversity of choices, all but “La Pizza & La Pasta” offering diners the ability to grab-and-go or find a table, it was beginning at “La Pizzeria” that Roman Squares were found ready to visit the oven, a short wait yielding crisp base plus Foccacia-like rise amicable to diverse topping such as spicy Sausage or a pile of Prosciutto Cotto, Stracciatella, Olives, Mushrooms, Artichokes and Tomatoes.

Rightfully proud of Ingredients, the Market offering fair-priced Wines, Imported Meats and Cheese, “La Pasta Fresca” found itself temporarily sold out of some items on a busy Saturday while Meatballs were overworked and a bit too firm alongside excellent Tagliatelle topped in Bolognese Sauce that unfortunately lacks complexity.

Smart to make a reservation at La Pizza & La Pasta, a brief wait allowing time to explore “Italian Street Food” featuring the landmark Prime Rib Panini, it was after indulging in thinly-sliced Black Angus with perfectly rendered Fat that al dente Rigatoni alla Carbonara compared favorably to Rome in terms of taste as well as authenticity.

Citing Rossopomodoro Pizzaioli and specially-designed ovens as the source of Neapolitan Pizza, a leopard spotted crust sporting good flavor but inadequate rise, Dessert requires a walk to Caffé Lavaza and Pastry where Baba al Limoncello and Ricotta Arancia are peerless followed by a stop next door for Gelato in a cup, on a cone or stuffed in a freshly-fried Donut.

THREE AND A HALF STARS: Established as nothing less than “Eating Italian” a visit to Eataly can best be compared to a week-long guided tour from Torino to Napoli, an all-encompassing 40,000-square-feet hitting the high points while at the same time barely scratching the surface of what is available in each region.

RECOMMENDED: Capricciosa Roman Pizza, Prime Rib Panini, Rigatoni alla Carbonara, Baba al Limoncello, Ricotta Arancia, Bombolato.

AVOID: Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, Polpette al Pomodor.

TIP: Nevada residents receive an ongoing 10% discount on all retail, non-menu items in the marketplace and in the wine shop.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.eataly.com/stores/las-vegas

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September 16, 2021
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Sprinkled Sweet [2,] Las Vegas NV

Sprinkled Sweet

Vanilla Sugar Cookies

Specializing in Cookies, Cupcakes and Cocoa Bombs it was from the hands of a business associate that the office was introduced to Sprinkled Sweet in April – this writer’s love of funky socks and Desserts unified by a dozen custom Sugar Cookies and again Thursday by a golf theme.

Owned and operated by Stefanie Curtis, a Midwestern Air Force veteran who opened her small Centennial Hills’ business in 2019, customers can expect a shortbread-like texture with plenty of Butter and Vanilla, the Icing not overly sweet but thinly applied with great attention to detail.

www.sprinkledsweetbystef.com

Posted in Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada, Sprinkled Sweet, Sprinkled Sweet by Stef Tagged Butter, Cookie, Cookies, Cream, Dessert, Desserts, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Las Vegas, LV, Michael Uzmann, Nevada, NV, Pastries, Pastry, Sin City, Sprinkled Sweet, Sprinkled Sweet by Stef, Sugar, Sugar Cookie, Sugar Cookies, Vanilla, Vanilla Sugar Cookie, Vanilla Sugar Cookies, Vegas

September 16, 2021
11:30 AM
by: Uhockey

Bronze Café Summerlin Catering [13,] Las Vegas NV

Bronze Café

Corn Salad, Beans, Pico, Spanish Rice, Cotija, Grilled Jalapeno, Limes

Tamale Pie

Chilaqiules

Beef Torta, Chicken Torta

The Ube Cinnamon Roll

The S’mores Turnover

The Strawberry Cookie

The Loving v Virginia

The Mocha Chip Muffin

The Fruity Pebbles Treat

The Pumpkin Spice Cookie

The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle

The Chai Spice Cookie

The Lemon Blueberry Scone

The Chocolate Chip Cookie

The Mixed Berry Muffin

The Banana Flax Cake

The Carrot Cake

Always on the move, both the Restaurant’s physical location and their health-conscious Cuisine, it was for Catering that David and Peter Mozes were again called upon Thursday, the owners of Bronze Café this time offering to prepare a Mexican menu instead of the usual delicious Salads and Sandwiches.

Located near Desert Shores in Summerlin, the former home of Beau Monde Bakery providing turnkey access for a Restaurant now offering Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, it was from Chef Mozes’ home recipes that Lunch consisted of several bowls and trays, Chicken Tamale Pie and a Chilaquiles Casserole making fast fans thanks to familiar flavors Meat while Cotija-topped Beans, Corn, and Spanish Rice all shined despite their simplicity.

Complete with plates and utensils, Bronze Café’s Pico served cold while everything else was piping hot, fans of Torta will find lots to love about either Beef or Chicken made with slow-cooked Meat and varied additions atop crisp yet airy Bread.

Happy to receive a glut of Desserts, all Vegan and The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle still Las Vegas’ best Cookie despite mounting competition, those missing Beau Monde’s gluten-free offerings will be happy to know the Banana Flax Cake is made without any Wheat protein, as too is a fully loaded Carrot Cake that has only gotten better with time.

Continuing strong with the cleverly titled Loving v Virginia, a Brookie that sees both halves nicely textured, Chai Spice Cookies remain soft and almost Cake-like while the Strawberry and Pumpkin Spice rounds taste soft and “buttery” crumb despite the lack of Butter, Milk or Eggs.

Rounding out the afternoon with Muffins, Mixed Berry and Mocha Chip both soft and moist, others delighted in Fruity Pebbles Treats made with Vegan Marshmallows plus Lemon Blueberry Scones and an all-new Cinnamon Roll that is even better after a few seconds in the microwave.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, no matter where Chef Peter and David are set-up the quality has never declined, lunch on Thursday continuing to show quality and creativity bound to please those with and without dietary restrictions, whether they want to be gluttonous or eat light.

RECOMMENDED: Tamale Pie, Chicken Torta, Corn Salad, The Mixed Berry Muffin, The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle, The Carrot Cake, The Loving v. Virginia, The Strawberry Cookie, The Ube Cinnamon Roll.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: 8a-8p daily at 2380 N Buffalo Drive, Suite 110. 702-852-2830. Online ordering via all the usual apps but catering best coordinated by contacting the Restaurant directly.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.bronzecafe.com

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September 15, 2021
11:30 AM
by: Uhockey

ShangHai Taste Catering [11,] Las Vegas NV

Shanghai Taste

House Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage

Shanghai Fried Rice Cake with Shrimp

House Fried Fat Noodles with Beef

Sheng Jian

Scallion Pancakes

Old Fashion Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs

Kao Fu

Tucked inside Suite 104 of 4266 Spring Mountain Road, it was via contacting ShangHai Taste directly that catering was coordinated on Wednesday, GM Joe Muscaglione arriving at 11:30am-sharp with ten items portioned large enough for sharing.

Still the top destination in Shanghai Plaza at the corner of Arville Street, family recipes handed down to Chef Jimmy Li comprising a concise menu of scratch-made plates, it was with all items carefully-packed and temperature appropriate that most got started with Fried Rice, a bit of tooth welcomed amidst Sausage, Egg and Soy while Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs remain a surprising staff-favorite thanks to tender Flesh easily stripped from the Bone.

Now the tenth time delivered, though Jimmy’s years at 3 Villages, 1900 Asian Cuisine and Niu Gu will find many locals familiar with his authentic brand of cooking, fans of Soup Dumplings, or XLB, will be happy to know ShangHai Taste’s set a high standard, and whether one prefers Pork, Beef, Shrimp, Crab or even Gluten Free the textures and flavors are great, as too are the fried version entitled Sheng Jian with Sesame Seeds.

Again impressing with House Fried Fat Noodles, each strand slick and slightly chewy tossed with Steak, Stir-fried Rice Cakes traditionally known as Chao Nian Gao remain a personal favorite thanks to sticky-soft pillows with Salt and a bit of sweetness.

Only offering one Dessert, not “American” by any stretch, remaining stomach capacity saw Red Bean Dumplings skipped this time while guests with a sense of adventure enjoyed steamed Wheat Gluten Kao Fu with Mushrooms, fermented Soy and Ginger.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Chef Jimmy Li and Joe Muscaglione have created something truly special inside Shanghai Plaza, and those seeking Las Vegas’ best Shanghainese Cuisine will find no better than Shanghai Taste when accounting for cost, quality and customer service.

RECOMMENDED: Sheng Jian, Shanghai Fried Rice Cake, House Fried Fat Noodles, Old Fashion Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs, Scallion Pancakes, Kao Fu.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Open daily from 11:00am until 9:00pm. Call 702-570-6363 to make reservations.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

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September 11, 2021
8:00 PM
by: Uhockey

A Taberna da Rua das Flores, Lisbon PT

A Taberna da Rua das Flores

2017 Quinta da Lapa Reserva Brut Nature Vinho Espumante

Sourdough, Rye Bread, Olives, Chef’s Olive Oil

Tomatoes from Chef’s Garden, Fleur de Sel, Housemade Vinegar

3 year old Oyster Tartare, Goat’s Cheese Whey, Seaweed from the Oyster’s environment

Scallop, Fermented Seaweed, White Miso Butter

Mussels in their own Juice, Lemon

Padron Peppers from Chef’s Garden, Olive Oil, Garlic, Fleur de Sel

2019 Quinta da Lapa Alvarinho

Raw Marlin, Cabbage, Kimchi Sauce

Mackerel Tartare, Krill, Bell Pepper, Celery, Green Apple

2019 Vitor Claro Colar Dominó Branco

Tuna Tataki, Apple, Watercress

Grilled Lettuce, Housemade Garam, Sardine

Conch, Sake, Herbs from Chef’s Garden

2018 Espera Castelão

Frog’s Legs, Sweet Potato Starch Batter, Coriander Sauce

Sweet Potato Greens, Peanut Satay

Tapioca, Sheep’s Cheese, Goat’s Cheese, Spicy Tomato Jam

Fried Eggplant, Sugarcane Molasses, Pomegranate

Beef Tartare, Black Garlic Mayo, Pork Crackling

Fried Iberian Black Pig Pork Rib, Kurobuta-style Sauce, Lime

Northern Portuguese Pork, Sea Lettuce Powder

Goat Cheese Brulee, Figs

Serving Lisbon for ten years, and consistently full despite a no reservations policy, A Taberna da Rua das Flores takes Portuguese Ingredients seriously. So seriously, in fact, that Chef and owner André Magalhães sources much from his own gardens, makes his own Olive Oil and only sells Wines from local vineyards including those of his wife. What all this means for those lucky enough to get a seat is wonderful food with context but no pretense, and a global perspective derived from Andre’s travels atop an encyclopedic knowledge of the country he calls home.

Not far from Largo do Chiado, a cash-only policy and long lines justified by prices far outpaced by Products, décor is reminiscent of old Taverns while the chalkboard menu changes daily such that there are virtually no “daily” dishes.

A self-taught Chef, though various stages in Michelin-starred Kitchens have given Magalhães an uncanny knack for showcasing Portugal’s bounty, dinner begins with Bread and Olives followed by whatever is freshest at the market that morning.

Difficult to highlight just one dish, this day’s menu unlikely to ever be replicated again, early highlights included an elderly Oyster served alongside Seaweed foraged with it followed by a lightly poached Scallop and raw Marlin nearly orange in color thanks to its diet of Langoustines.

Pouring Wine at fair prices, a crisp White holing its own against Grilled Lettuce topped in Sardines plus intense Garam, whole Conch proved a very special treat before moving on to crunchy Frog’s Legs in Sweet Potato Starch and an African Satay atop the Greens.

Serving 2018 Espera Castelão prior to a fried Cube of Cheese, the smoke exaggerating spicy Tomato Jam, Cherry became more prominent with Eggplant sticks followed by Beef Tartare and a decadent Pork Rib.

Not forgetting Taberna da Rua das Flores’ Mackerel Tartare, a “signature” that André admits changes regularly, one might be surprises how well powdered Sea Lettuce pairs with roast Pig, and to finish do be sure to ask for Goat Cheese Brulee with Figs if it is available.

www.tberna.com

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September 11, 2021
3:45 PM
by: Uhockey

L’Éclair (Avenida Duque de Ávila,) Lisbon PT

L’Éclair

Caramelo Salgado – Caramel Cream, Salted Butter, Fleur de Sel, Caramel Frosting, Golden Feulletine

Café – Coffee Pastry Cream, Coffee Glaze, Coffee Beans

Paris Brest – Caramelized Almonds, Hazelnuts, Whipped Cream, Granulated Almonds

Opened by Matthieu Croiger and João Henriques in 2014 L’Éclair sees the duo bring skills honed in Paris back to Portugal with some mighty fine Pate de Choux.

Started on Avenida Duque de Ávila, but now with a kiosk at Time Out Market inside Mercado da Ribeira, guests visiting the original will find selections both sweet and savory plus exquisite customer service and an outdoor patio for those who wish to dine on-site.

Adding a few Viennoiseries and Macarons to the dozen rotating Éclairs, Caramelo Salgado suggested as a best-seller, Choux breaks quick to airy Cream punctuated by flakes of Salt beneath golden Frosting while Café is predictably bittersweet with texture dialed up by crushed Coffee Beans.

Uncompromised by a midday visit, though the original storefront opens at 09h00, L’Éclair’s “Paris Brest” comes in an elongated form rather than the traditional tire, but between the traditional Filling and St. Honore-like Choux plus Cream on top it is still quite delicious.

www.l-eclair.pt

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September 11, 2021
3:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Gelados Santini (Rua do Carmo,) Lisbon PT

Gelados Santini

Dulce de Leche, Fig

Begun by Italian immigrant Attilio Santini in 1949 Gelados Santini now inhabits six storefronts from Chiado to Porto, and although some will suggest world-class quality the reality is that the product is merely average while service is perfunctory.

Originally in Praia do Tamariz, and now under the ownership of Eduardo Santini, it is in an area of high foot traffic that guests are invited to duck in for cup or cone, scoops rather than spatulas packing dense balls of Dulce de Leche and Fig with bits of ground Fruit.

www.santini.pt

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September 11, 2021
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Belcanto, Lisbon PT

Belcanto

2019 Serra Oca

Elderini – Elderflower Dry Martini

Steam Bun – Cod Liver, Trout Roe

Tuna Tartare, Oyster Capsule

Chicken Skin, Chicken Mousse, Squid

Foie Gras Bonbon

Anchovy, Red Pepper, Toast

Carrot in Different Textures with Cashew Milk – Olive Bonbons, Mandarin

Wheat Bread, Cornbread, White Bread, Olive Bread – Butter, Pork and Tomato Butter, Rosemary Ash Butter

Portuguese Shore Prawn with Pine Nut Cream – Iced Lupine, Caviar

The Garden of the Goose that Laid the Golden Egg – Egg, Crunchy Bread, Mushroom

Seabass with Avocado Scales – Clam and Razor Clam Dashi, Salsify

Roasted Squab with Mushroom and Truffle “Portuguese Custard Tart” – Squab Terrine, Cinnamon Hazelnut Sauce

Squid Ink, Olive Oil, Chocolate

Sweet Egg Cream – Lemon

Bola de Berlim

At one time a convent, later a men’s club and now Lisbon’s most highly awarded Restaurant Rua Serpa Pinto 10a carries a lot of history, but since 2012 it has been the home of Chef José Avillez’s Belcanto and a modern interpretation of Portuguese Cuisine.

One of the country’s two Michelin 2* kitchens, a visible space adjacent the dining room preparing two Tasting Menus daily, it is beneath vaulted ceilings that a meal at Belcanto begins quickly, an Elderflower Martini preparing and then cleansing the palate of a Steam Bun rife with deep-sea flavor.

Arguably Chiado’s most diverse Wine cellar, hazy Serra Oca well suited to several early bites, it was after consuming Duck and Chicken Liver that the Classic “Belcanto Menu” officially began with raw and cooked Carrots in nutty Milk and bright spots of Citrus.

Bathed in light at lunch, with excessively proper service, housemade Bread arrived next in four styles, both Corn and Olive flawless alongside three Butters preceding Portuguese Prawns again in light Cream with melting spheres juxtaposing Caviar.

Just 45 seats, only half filled on a Saturday, those seeking a signature will find such in “The Garden of the Goose that Laid the Golden Egg,” its subtleties including an earthy linger and toasty notes that lead well to gently cooked Seabass in delicate Dashi.

Technique-driven but decidedly “safe,” Squab cooked just past rare seeing its natural flavor muted by Cinnamon-forward Sauce, Avillez’s Nata comes savory with rich Custard that sets up well for an odd Dessert of Chocolate textures blacked out by Squid Ink.

Tapping Chef Américo dos Santos for Pastry, “Sweet Egg Cream” actually quite sour, it is with a Dessert Napkin shaped as a sleeve that details of Avillez’s childhood are revealed before concluding in a Sugar-coated Bola de Berlim.

www.belcanto.pt

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