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August 11, 2024
12:32 PM
by: Uhockey

Carson Kitchen [34,] Las Vegas NV

Carson Kitchen

Piper’s Choice – vodka, espresso liqueur, xocolatl bitters, cinnamon cream

“Devil’s” Eggs, crispy pancetta, caviar

Watermelon Feta, cucumber, white balsamic, red onion

Crispy Chicken Skins, smoked honey

Tempura Green Beans, pepper jelly cream cheese

Pork Belly, buffalo bleu beurre blanc

Killer Shrimp, rocoto & aji amarillo pepper cream

Young Beets Chopped, burnt orange vin, goat cheese, pistachio

Bacon Jam, havarti, toasted baguette

Hotdog Burnt Ends, bbq glaze, high brow ranch

Pepp on Pepp, pepperoni, pepperoncini

Brussels Sprouts Caesar, parmesan, lardon, bacon fat crouton

Broccoli Crunch, green goddess, sunflower seed, dried cherry

Baked Mac & Cheese, shhhh it’s a secret

Veal Meatballs, sherry foie gras cream, mint pea pesto

Bourbon Fudge Brownie, brown butter bacon ice cream, candied bacon

Banoffee “Pie”, Bailey’s pudding, chocolate crumble

Glazed Donut Bread Pudding, three rum caramel, vanilla crème anglaise

Ground-breaking since opening Carson Kitchen’s greatness has seemingly become so expected that many are prone to overlook it, but on Sunday Afternoon 124 South 6th Street was jammed-packed for a 10th Anniversary menu that continues to exude creativity, quality and the sort of Food that challenges without compromise yet always seems delicious and familiar.

Fortunate to have tasted every new plate at Carson Kitchen since summer of 2015, Chefs Harwell, Simon and team forever rethinking even longtime best-sellers, it was alongside drinks that dining began shortly, all well-suited to iconic Chicken Skins, bubbling Bacon Jam and Tempura Green Beans with Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese.

Continuing with more Skins, equally enjoyable today as in 2014, Hot Dog “Burnt Ends” stand out thanks to sticky BBQ Sauce while seasonal Salads are highlighted by Broccoli Crunch and the ever-reinventing “Young Beet Wedge”

Rarely forgetting the Meatballs, now larger but still faultless in texture, “Killer Shrimp” and Buffalo Pork Belly prove a good segue to Flatbreads including Hot Honey Mushrooms or Pepp on Pepp that is forever present for good reason.

Sent a complimentary Mac & Cheese for first timers “one of each” Dessert proved just enough when talking about Las Vegas’ best Brownie and Donut Bread Pudding but maybe still too little for Banoffee “Pie” spiked with Bailey’s.

www.carsonkitchen.com

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August 10, 2024
11:55 AM
by: Uhockey

The Broken Yolk Café Downtown, Las Vegas NV

The Broken Yolk Café

Iced Messy Caramel Latte

Frozen Mangonada – Mango, Tequila, Chamoy, Tajin

Strawberry Gin Fizz – Gin, Muddled Strawberries, Lime Juice, Club Soda

Cold Brew Coffee

Cinnamon Toast Cereal Milk – RumChata, Bourbon, Milk, Cinnamon Sugar rim

Bloody Mary Flight – BYC Bloody Mary, Bloody Caesar, Bloody Maria, Red Snapper

Blueberry Muffin

Onion Rings

Biscuit

Chilaquiles Bowl – Corn Tortilla Chips, Red Sauce, Green Sauce, Jack Cheese, Overeasy Eggs, Red Onion, Cilantro, Sour Cream, Carne Asada

Ranchero Skillet – Fried Potatoes, Chorizo, Serrano Peppers, Onions, Jack Cheese, Scrambled Eggs, Avocado, Red Onion, Cilantro, Ranchero Sauce

Crunchy French Toast – Thick-sliced Bread rolled in Frosted Flakes, Sliced Almonds, Raspberries, Powdered Sugar, Whipped Cream, Raspberry Drizzle

Cinna-Cakes – Buttermilk Pancakes, Cinnamon Sugar, Cream Cheese Frosting

Part of Town Square since April of 2019, but a known entity near San Diego for forty years prior, The Broken Yolk Café has captured Las Vegas’ attention by offering “high quality, homemade Food in large portions” to the tune of Southwest and Henderson locations plus the recently opened space at 201 South Las Vegas Boulevard.

An expanding concept with over thirty-nine locations across five states, Sin City’s newest just yards from Fremont Street, it is after securing parking that guests approach a freshly built space capable of seating hundreds, though for a Restaurant so new service is outstanding from the General Manager to servers, bussers and even folks at the hostess stand.

Made (more) famous by an appearance on “Man vs Food” it is from a multi-page menu that guests seeking variety are invited to make choices, a full-bar offered from open to close daily also provided to tempt those who desire more than just Mimosas and Bloody Marys.

Priced competitive to Cracked Egg or Babystacks, and approximately half the cost of other Las Vegas Boulevard Breakfasts, it was with Coldbrew Coffee and Cocktails that things got underway, a Frozen Mangonada well-suited to South-of-the-border specialties while “Cinnamon Toast Cereal Milk” and “Strawberry Gin Fizz” each act as light sippers that compliment The Broken Yolk Café’s Diner fare.

Opting to dine lighter than usual, though a check-average of approximately $20 per guest will leave most over-sated, first bites came from extra-large Biscuits made from scratch with Butter, a gentle yeastiness amidst good rise attesting to quality with or without added Honey while Onion Rings cook up crispy.

Focusing on items marked as “BYC Favorites,” many of these recipes dating back four decades, it was after splitting a warm Blueberry Muffin that attention turned to a spicy Ranchero Skillet with fried Potatoes plus Chorizo and a Chilaquiles Bowl with dueling Sauces cooked into the Chips.

Not about to pass on French Toast and Pancakes, the latter offered solo or stacked in seven varieties including Gluten Free, those unafraid to indulge are highly encouraged to order swirled Cinna-Cakes drizzled with Vanilla Icing, and although “Crunchy French Toast” looks better on the menu than it does as plated the flavor is still excellent – though not quite on the level of Tiki Toast that perfectly suit’s “The Ninth Island” with thick slices of Hawaiian Bread, Berries and Caramel Sauce.

www.thebrokenyolkcafe.com

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August 6, 2024
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Bramàre – Inspired Italian, Las Vegas NV

Bramàre

PICASSO LIKED PISCO – LA DIABLATA PISCO, BONAL SICILIAN AMARO, GIFFARD VANILLA, LEMON, LIME, TRINITY BITTERS, PEACH BITTERS

PASTINA SOUP – PARMIGIANO REGGIANO, BASIL OIL, ACINI DE PEPE

BREAD – HOUSE MADE ONION FOCACCIA, BAKED OLIVE & CAPER SPREAD

THE TOAST – ‘NDUJA, CACIOCAVALLO, CARAMELIZED ONION, PECORINO

BROCCOLINI – BLACK GARLIC, BREADCRUMBS, PECORINO

FUNGHI FRITTI – GARLIC & CHILI SAUCE, HON SHIMEJI MUSHROOMS, PECORINO

CAPONATA – BRAISED EGGPLANT, PINE NUTS, CAPERS, TOAST POINTS

CRESTE DE GALLO – MEZCAL POMODORO, CREAM, CALABRESE SALAMI

TAGLIATELLE – PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO, SAGE, WILD BOAR RAGU

‘NDUJA PIZZA – MUSHROOM, PECORINO, BUFFALO MOZZARELLA

STROZZAPRETI – ALLA GRICIA, GUANCIALE, PECORINO ROMANO, PEPPER

TORTELLONI – MORTADELLA, PARMIGIANO, SPINACH, CREAM

IBERICO PORK SECRETO – POLENTA FRIES, ARUGULA

MARGHERITA PIZZA – ORGANIC TOMATO, BUFFALO MOZZARELLA, BASIL

ANACARDI PIZZA – CALABRESE SALAMI, OLIVES, CASHEWS, BUFFALO MOZZARELLA

ARTICHOKE PIZZA – TRUFFLE CREAM, ARTICHOKES, TOMATOES, CHICKPEAS

SKULL ISLAND PRAWNS – U-6 OVEN ROASTED PRAWNS, TAGLIATELLE, FRUTTI DI MARE BROTH (1/2 order)

PORCHETTA – POLENTA, ROOT VEGETABLES, HERBS (1/2 order)

CAFFE LUNGO BOSCO – ESPRESSO, CINNAMON, NUTMEG, CREAM, ALLSPICE, MOREL MUSHROOM SYRUP

ITALIAN ORANGE CARROT CAKE – MASCARPONE FROSTING, CARAMELIZED CARROT, CARROT DUST

“SOMETHING” LIKE TIRAMISU – ITALIAN GRISSINI, ESPRESSO SYRUP, TIRAMISU CREAM

BLUEBERRY FOCACCIA BITES – SWEET TEMPURA, VANILLA GELATO, BLUEBERRY COMPOTE

CANESTRELLI – SHORTBREAD COOKIES, POWDERED SUGAR

Italian for “to crave” Bramàre comes from Batch Hospitality and the owners of Table 34, their new eatery at 3900 Paradise Road described as a late night Cocktail bar and Italian tapas-style Restaurant built on timeless craftsmanship with a modern twist.

The brainchild of Evan Glusman and Constantin Alexander, their decision to purchase Table 34 from longtime owners bringing Chef Joe Valdez III over to Bramàre, it is once eyes adjust to sultry lighting that guests will notice brick juxtaposing wood and dark suede while music bumps softly overhead.

Planned to remain open late, “about 3am” by report, it is at the Bar led by mixologist Oscar Takahashi that top-shelf Spirits fuel modern interpretations of classic Cocktails including an Old Fashion or Negroni plus modern takes on Espresso Martini and Pisco Sours.

Divided into small, medium and large plates plus Pizza and Pasta, each section featuring Ingredients uncommonly found off-Strip, groups will benefit by inquiring about portion sizes before ordering as most items come shareable – the Soup with lots of Cheese served piping hot while Focaccia is outshined by “The Toast” which eats like Grilled Cheese in its spicy and idyllic form.

Going Gluten-free for fried Mushrooms, a crisp batter surrounding Hon Shemijis topped by Garlic-Chili Sauce, Broccolini as well as Caponata are classics executed well while the Iberico Pork Secreto comes beautifully cooked and sliced alongside creamy Polenta logs.

Not forgetting handmade Pastas or Pizzas, the later from a gas oven with crisp Crust and innovative toppings, Valdez’s “Anacardi” is an ode to his father featuring Salami, Cashews and Olives while Artichoke’s find themselves upgraded by Heirloom Tomatoes plus Truffle Cream.

Also executing a simple Margherita with skill, plus another Pie supporting Mushrooms and Calabrian Sausage, Pastas are highlighted by Tortelloni stuffed with Mortadella and Cockscomb Noodles in smoky yet rich Red Sauce flecked by crispy bits of Salami.

Exceeding $100 for “Large” Plates, two served divided in half providing plenty for a party of ten, Iberico Pork Porchetta arrives with juicy Flesh surrounded by an equal amount of fat atop cheesy Polenta while more than a pound of Skull Island Prawns decorate Tagliatelle in aromatic Shellfish Broth.

Not a place to forgo Dessert, four selections plus Gelato comprising Bramàre’s early offerings, it is safe to assume no Tiramisu in town resembles this version with Chocolate-dipped Grissini as utensils though the real star of the show is fried Focaccia served in bubbling Blueberries that is best enjoyed with a Coffee Mocktail called Caffe Lungo Bosco featuring Baking Spices and Morel Mushrooms.

www.bramare.com

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August 5, 2024
10:48 AM
by: Uhockey

Crumbl (Durango) [20,] Las Vegas NV

Crumbl

Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunk – Semi-sweet Chocolate Chunks, Flaky Sea Salt

German Chocolate Cake – Chocolate Cake, housemade German Chocolate Topping, Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Strawberry Ice Cream Bar – Strawberry and Vanilla Cookie, Whipped White Drop Buttercream, Strawberry and Vanilla Streusel

Monster featuring M&M’S Candies – Peanut Butter Cookie, M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies, Oats, Peanut Butter Chips, Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips

Blueberry Crumb Cake Cookie – Lemony Graham Cookie, Blueberries, Lemon Glaze

Mint Chip Ice Cream – Sugar Cookie, Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips, Mint Chip Mousse, Whipped Cream

Born in Logan Utah Crumbl took the city by storm, their Instagramable rounds offered in thirty stores across six states by 2019 and now in all fifty states with six in Las Vegas including the Durango location opened in May 2020.

Created by Sawyer Hemsley and Jason McGowan, rapid expansion through franchising yielding mixed results from store to store as evidence by Social Media, it was after nine variable experiences that the westside storefront proved competent, the staff exceedingly pleasant whilst describing each choice.

Undoubtedly popular in part due to photogenicity, though a sterile interior oversells the fact that everything is made from scratch, the first thing those entering will notice is Crumbl’s limited collection of just six weekly flavors, though occasionally one may find “Mystery Cookies” including specials from the previous week.

Still a young company, so much success despite only starting in September 2017 certainly enviable, best bites came from specials that included “Blueberry Crumb Cake,” flavors of Fruit and Citrus well represented while “Strawberry Ice Cream Bar” brought mellow Vanilla notes.

Offered onsite or via delivery from 8am until at least 10pm Monday through Saturday it was next “Mint Chip Ice Cream” took on the namesake before “Monster” added all-the-things to a Peanut Butter base.

Again finding “Cake” concepts better than the Cookies by which crumbl made their name suffice it to say the “German Chocolate Cake” comes with a fork for good reason, and bite-for-bite is light with all the elements of the original plus Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting for richness.

www.crumblcookies.com

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August 3, 2024
11:35 AM
by: Uhockey

Bardot Brasserie [36,] Las Vegas NV

Bardot

Coffee

Mimosa

CAVIAR DEVILED EGGS – petrossian caviar, chives

GRAPEFRUIT BRÛLÉE – vanilla sugar, citrus, toasted pistachio

GRANDE SHELLFISH PLATTER – Maine lobster, Blue Crab, Shrimp Cocktail, Oysters, Lemon, Tabasco, Aioli, Mignonette

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD – sherry vinegar, olive oil, shallots, basil, oregano

BEEF WELLINGTON – 12oz. filet mignon, prosciutto, puff pastry, mushroom duxelles, sauce au poivre

MACARONI & MIMOLETTE GRATINÉE – Black Truffle Sauce Bechamel, Australian Black Truffles

FRENCH TOAST – vanilla mascarpone, almond brittle, orgeat syrup

WARM ALMOND PITHIVIER – Berry Compote, Whipped Cream

Some say the best Restaurants are those that a guest wants to revisit even before leaving, and over the course of thirty-five meals served across eight years Bardot Brasserie has redefined “the best” at Brunch, not only in terms of Food but setting and service that all continue to shine under the direction of Chef Mike Astin.

Once again filled on Saturday it was at noon that Aria’s second floor was found lively, a familiar front-of-house greeting four diners who were seated comfortably at a table to the side of all the action.

Still doing big numbers, 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, a mix of new and old soon to follow.

Served at a careful pace, Mimosas and Coffee guiding new-French classics, course one updated Bardot’s Deviled Eggs served alongside Sugar-crusted Grapefruit lent additional texture by toasted Pistachios.

A less-hearty affair than usual, several guests bowing out last-minute affecting GM AJ Gonzales’ plans, course two nonetheless delivered a top-shelf display of Shellfish on ice while Seasonal Tomatoes enlivened by Vinegar played well with Olives.

Not about to miss the famous French Toast, two thick wedges arriving with plus-size quenelles of Vanilla Cream and Almond Brittle, Bardot’s Beef Wellington created by Josh Smith continues to shine just as the vertical Macaroni does with or without Black Truffles shaved tableside.

Nearly too full for Dessert, but only nearly, Bardot’s Macaron remains a must for Chocolate lovers but still loses the spotlight to a sharable Almond Pithivier that eats akin to France’s King Cake.
www.michaelmina.net/restaurants/las-vegas/bardot-brasserie

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August 1, 2024
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine [18,] Las Vegas NV

EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine

2022 Cricova Brut Sparkling Wine

WATERMELON GAZPACHO, Tomato, Pimento

BARCELONA TORTILLA CONE, Morcilla Chips, White Beans

BOCATA DE FUET, Tomato Espuma, Olive Oil Caviar

PILOTA DE OCTOPUS CHARCUTERIE, Causa Limeña, Ravigote Sauce

IBÉRICO PA DE FETGE, Cornichons, Grape Mustard, Jamón Espuma

ORA KING SALMON, Ceviche Veil, Pico de Gallo

MAR Y TIERRA, Mussels Escabeche, White Asparagus, Salsify, Coconut Kosho, Oyster All I Oli

GEM LETTUCE A LA PLANCHA, Yuzu Hollandaise, Caviar, Red Wine Reduction, Dry-aged Beef Carpaccio

BIKINI DE JAMON IBERICO, Mozzarella Cheese, Australian Black Truffle

GAMBAS AL AJILLO, Fried Egg Espuma, Diced Potato

SEPIA NOODLES, King Trumpet Mushroom, Burnt Onion Romesco

SPANISH RABBIT SALTEADO, Morel Mushroom, Picada, Oloroso Sherry

LOBSTER ARROZ MELOSO, Maine Lobster, Snow Crab, Kurobuta Pork Belly, Bomba Rice

HUDSON VALLEY DUCK, Manzanilla Olives, Palo Cortado, Escabeche Sauce

PEACHES IN SPANISH VERMOUTH, Green Beans, Almond Praline, Ginger, Cilantro Oil

Opened in 2018, with Anima by EDO debuted early 2022 and since a JBFA Semifinalist, EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine remains Las Vegas’ most exciting Restaurant thanks to its unrivaled ability to look backwards while at the same time pushing boundaries rarely approached by off-Strip dining.

Inspired by Catalonian traditions, Chef Oscar Amador Edo’s upbringing in Barcelona gifting him with a respect for diverse Ingredients and an ability to craft poignant bites that highlight rather than hide them, it was as a party of three that guests were accommodated near the back, GM Roberto Liendo charged with creating a Menu Degustacion including both regularly offered items and nightly inspirations.

An acronym for “Extra Day Off,” though EDO itself is open from 5pm until 9pm daily, it was with most of the Restaurant’s other 32 seats full by 6:00 on Wednesday that things were underway quickly with guests enjoying Sparkling Wine alongside vibrant Gazpacho as well as one-bite Ora King Salmon beneath an acidic veil.

Less Seafood-centric than usual, a cone with the essence of Catalonian Tortilla followed by Pork Pate and a shaped Cracker, imported Fuet rests above delicate Tomato Espuma while Octopus “Head Cheese” gets a jolt from Vinegar-based Sauce.

Complimenting the next round with housemade Coca Bread as a Bikini Sandwich featuring Australian Truffles, a different look at one of EDO’s classics, grilled Lettuce and aged Beef gets a bump from Caviar before a modernist “sheet” of White Asparagus over Mussels and Oysters.

Next serving thin slices of Cuttlefish with Mushrooms and Onions akin to Mole, flavors impossible to find elsewhere in Sin City, snappy Shrimp shine amidst Eggs and Potatoes just as Rabbit does surrounded by Morels cooked in Sherry.

Innovative from start to finish, an all-new soupy Rice dish from the tasting menu combining Shellfish with Pork, Sherry again makes an appearance in two-styles of Duck with Olives before a finale placing Green Beans adjacent Peaches and Almonds as Dessert.

www.edotapas.com

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August 1, 2024
6:54 AM
by: Uhockey

Crumbl (Durango) [19,] Las Vegas NV

Crumbl

Milk Chocolate Chip Cookie

Cookies & Cream Cheesecake – Cheesecake, Cookies & Cream Pieces, Cookies & Cream Crust, Whipped Cream

Double Fudge Sandwich – Brownie Sandwich Cookies, Fudge Frosting, Milk Chocolate

Patriotic Fruit Pizza – Sugar Cookie, Lemon Frosting, Summer Berries

Strawberry Cake – Strawberry and Vanilla Cookie, Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting, White Chocolate Curls

Cinnamon Crunch – Cinnamon Cookie, Vanilla Cream Cheese Glaze, Cinnamon Cereal Streusel, Cinnamon Sugar

Still a young company, so much success despite only starting in September 2017 certainly enviable, best bites came from specials that included “Patriotic Fruit Pizza,” flavors of Fruit and Citrus well represented while “Strawberry Cake” brought mellow Vanilla notes.

Offered onsite or via delivery from 8am until at least 10pm Monday through Saturday it was next Cinnamon Crunch took on the namesake Cereal before Double Fudge Sandwich delivered layers of richness.

Again finding “Cake” concepts better than the Cookies by which crumbl made their name suffice it to say the “Cookies & Cream Cheesecake” comes with a spoon for good reason, and bite-for-bite is light with all the elements of an Oreo but not overwhelming in its sweetness.

www.crumblcookies.com

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July 31, 2024
2:20 PM
by: Uhockey

Glaze Doughnuts [21,] Las Vegas NV

Glaze Doughnuts

Apple Fritter

Doughnut Holes

Glazed Chocolate Cake Doughnut

Glazed Twist Doughnut

Cinnamon Roll

Special K 2.0 Doughnut

Salted Caramel Pearls and Pecan Doughnut

Blueberry Cinnamon Toast Doughnut

Chocolate Cocoa Pebbles Doughnut

Glazed Doughnut

Oreo Peanut Butter Doughnut

Pink Fruity Pebbles Doughnut

Strawberry Glaze Doughnut

Family owned and operated from the start, Dominic Sang bringing family recipes from a Texas Doughnuttery to Sin City in October 2015, guests entering Glaze Doughnuts will notice little has since changed about the shop in 8 years while a soft base and creative toppings earn “Best of Las Vegas” accolades annually.

Located on Fort Apache Road, fair prices and friendly service undoubtedly part of Glaze’s appeal, what the shop lacks in selection is more than made up for in quality compared to the likes of Dunkin, Krispy Kream or other spots nearby.

Largely built on Yeast Rings, though undersized Fritters perform admirably, fans of simplicity will find Maple Frosting far more subtle than most while Chocolate and Vanilla Glaze are also of excellent quality with or without additions such as Cereal or Candy.

Not over-the-top, but balanced and complex, Caramel and Pecan dazzle atop a fluffy leavened base while Peanut Butter and Oreo do the same, though if one is seeking Glaze’s top choice the decision comes down to Blueberry Cinnamon Toast, Churros and Horchata or Matcha Green Tea Pistachio that delivers sweetness beneath toasty notes.

www.glazedoughnutslv.com

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July 30, 2024
12:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Pinkbox Doughnuts (West Tropicana Avenue) [28,] Las Vegas NV

Pinkbox Doughnuts

Da Apple Fritter – Glazed Raised Doughnut, Apples, Cinnamon

Creamy Chaos – Yeast Doughnut, Lemon Frosting, Bavarian Cream, Cream Cheese Frosting, Blonde Oreos

Plain Face DoughCro – Croissant Doughnut, Sugar Glaze

Banana Puddin’ – Cake Doughnut, Glaze, Whip, Banana Pudding, Nilla Wafer, Graham Cracker Crumble

Vegas Cream – Yeast Doughnut, Chocolate Frosting, Bavarian Custard, V Drizzle

Pretty in Pink – Glazed Pink Velvet Cake, Cream Cheese Buttercream

It’s Ya Birthday – Yeast Doughnut, Vanilla Frosting, Birthday Cake Filling, Blonde Oreos, Vanilla Icing, Party Décor

Purple Rain – Ube Cake Doughnut, Glaze, Ube Cake Crumble

Chocolate Ol’ Fashioned – Chocolate Old Fashion Doughnut, Glaze

Maple Ol’ Fashioned – Old Fashion Doughnut, Maple Frosting

The Big Samoan – Yeast Doughnut, Caramel Frosting, Chocolate Frosting bottom, Toasted Coconut, Chocolate Drizzle, Caramel Drizzle

Pink Rainbow Ring – Yeast Doughnut, Pink Vanilla Frosting, Rainbow Sprinkles

Raspberry Squeeze – Yeast Doughnut, Housemade Raspberry Jam Filling, Granulated Sugar

Suga Daddy – Yeast Doughnut, Granulated Sugar

Located at 9435 West Tropicana Avenue inside Crossroads Plaza Shopping Center and open 24-hours Pinkbox Doughnuts remains Las Vegas’ premier spot for Artisan Doughnuts, just as it has since debuting over a decade ago.

More and more social-media savvy over the years this visit entailed far beyond the usual “OG Classics,” and although PinkBox’s Old Fashioned Cogwheels are still Las Vegas’ best additional traditional choices are mostly as expected making “Fancy Pancy” or “Show Off” choices a necessity.

Often beginning with a Fritter, this day no different and the resulting bite packed with Cinnamon plus Fruit, it was after others made selections that Purple Rain continued the gluttony, its Cake Crumble and base a 1-2 punch of textures.

Fully committed to clever nomenclature, “It’s Ya Birthday” packed with Funfetti beneath lots of Frosting, “Raspberry Squeeze” succeeds thanks to housemade Jam while “Suga Daddy” shows Roberto Armanino knew early-on to nail the basics.

Replenishing supply as necessary, high volume assuring everything is fresh, “Vegas Cream” and “Banana Puddin’” each achieve high marks while “It’s Ya Birthday” and “Raspberry Squeeze” each upgrade traditional Bismarks by way of their unique Filling.

Not forgetting a CroDough with laminated layers Pink Velvet remains a signature for good reason while “The Big Samoan” and July’s “Creamy Chaos” add even more diversity to the largest lineup in Sin City.

www.pinkboxdoughnuts.com

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July 29, 2024
10:11 AM
by: Uhockey

Summer House Cookie Bar [10,] Las Vegas NV

Summer House

Cold Brew Coffee

Cookie in a Cup

Brown Butter Crispy Rice Treat

Chocolate Chunk Cookie

Birthday Cake Cookie

Apple Oatmeal Cookie

Oatmeal Scotchie Cookie

Lemon Cookie

Vegan Snickerdoodle Cookie

Despite signage suggesting Summer House Santa Monica the location inside Durango Casino & Resort is actually Lettuce Entertain You’s first branch of the “California-inspired Restaurant” out west, and regardless of what might be inside the Cookie Bar out front is a sight for sore eyes.

Taking a Spago-esque approach to Market-fresh fare, think Pizzas and Pastas plus plates from an all-wood grill, it is for roughly $5-6 each that guests will find a dozen or more daily baked good including everything from classic Chocolate Chip with big dark chunks to Rice Crispy Treats with or without bits of Oreo in the mix.

A natural feeling space bathed in light, Rockwell Group taking on LEYE’s first off-Strip venture, guests not fond of Cocoa will find “Birthday Cake” far outpacing crumbl’s famous Frosted Cookie while both glazed Lemon and a Vegan Snickerdoodle eat soft and chewy within a gently crisp rim.

Recently impressing with an Oatmeal Scotchie, think crispy but sweet with just a bit of flex, Summer House’s Apple Oatmeal Cookie reminisces of Autumn Apple Crisp in portable form while the “Cookie in a Cup” offers bite-sized bits of the whole collection.

www.durangoresort.com/eat-and-drink/summer-house

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July 27, 2024
11:55 AM
by: Uhockey

CRAFTkitchen [25,] Henderson NV

CRAFTkitchen

Coffee, Biscotti

Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish, Cookie Dough Croissant

Strawberry Kouign Amann, Lemon Blueberry Muffin, Cinnamon Roll

Croissant Sammy – house crafted croissant, thick apple wood smoked bacon, sharp cheddar, over hard egg, fries

Peaches & Cream Pancakes – Fluffy buttermilk shortstack with our house made peach syrup, and whipped cream

Italian Cold Cut Sandwich – Sopresata, salami, mozzarella pickled peppers, pesto mayo, shaved romaine, ciabatta, sweet potato fries

From the day CRAFTkitchen opened it raised the bar for breakfast Valley-wide, and on Saturday Jaret and Tami’s expanded space in Henderson again dazzled with quality and creativity plus service that attests to well-trained employees working with a sense of pride.

Approaching nine years old just prior to Halloween, the Blinn’s investment of money, time and talent paying off thanks to their commitment to quality and community, it was arriving at noon that three guests were seated on the Restaurant’s left half, several familiar servers all moving quickly but purposefully with smiles on their faces.

Still as bright and tidy as day one, living walls now bolstered by a bar and hanging plants while art from the Blinn’s daughter flanks a Coffee Bar and Pastry cases full of delights, it was shortly after seating that beverages were served, brewed to order Coffee bold and balanced while Lattes found added depth in Milk with a tiny Biscotti at their side.

Surrounded by folks of all ages, a “35-40 minute wait” avoided by calling ahead, it was with five of the aforementioned Baked Goods that dining got started, the Lemon Blueberry Muffin moist despite a lack of Animal Products while Jaret’s Cinnamon Rolls and Danishes outpace most of Sin City’s.

Continuing with Kouign Amann, pockets of melted Butter visible amidst flaky layers, one would be hard-pressed to decide which was tops between this and recently debuted Cookie Dough Croissant that live up to both halves of their promise.

Equally indecisive regarding Pancakes, both a Buttermilk Stack and Kid’s Birthday style offered, suffice it to say there’s no fault in fresh Peaches with Cream nor a Croissant Sandwich layered around Eggs, Cheese and thick Apple Wood smoked Bacon.

Adding Fries from the “regular” menu, though calling CRAFTkitchen’s Sweet Potatoes with Maple Bacon Aioli anything but exceptional is a mistake, this weekend also featured an Italian Cold Cut Sandwich with all the right stuff brightened by Pesto on housemade Ciabatta.

www.craftkitchenlv.com

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July 26, 2024
10:07 AM
by: Uhockey

The Coffee Class Catering [12,] Las Vegas NV

The Coffee Class

Strawberry Croissant – Fresh Strawberries, Cream Cheese Blend Filling, Powdered Sugar

S’mores Poptart

Cherry Amaretto Poptart

Strawberry Lemon Poppyseed Scone

Red Velvet Cookie

Brown Butta Oatmeal Cookie

Mixed Berry Strudel

Citrus Berry Bundt Cake

Chocolate Ho Ho Swiss Roll Cake

The Pastries are still good, as one might expect from Chef Beth Ryan-Small, but between paid influencer posts and Kyle Cunningham’s pandering for investors The Coffee Class is nearly impossible to “like” in comparison to other locally owned bakeries around Las Vegas.

Delivered to the office on Friday, Beth’s Scones still the best in town, Croissants clearly come from outsourced Dough though the fillings offer improvement while Poptarts are universally good regardless of season or flavor.

www.thecoffeeclass.com

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July 24, 2024
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Michael Mina Restaurant [11,] Las Vegas NV

Michael Mina Restaurant

2019 Flaunt Brut Sparkling Wine

MICHAEL MINA’S CAVIAR PARFAIT – Imperial Golden Osetra Caviar, Alderwood Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraiche, Shallot Potato Cake, Parsley Oil, Egg Mimosa, Onion Syrup

Belvedere Vodka

BLINI – White Truffle Honey, Butter, Caviar

LAFFA BREAD – Kalamata Olive Tapenade, Housemade Hummus, Red Onion Labneh

HAMACHI TIRADITO – Cancha Nuts, Aji Amarillo, Leche de Tigre, Cara Cara Orange

HUDSON VALLEY FOIE GRAS – Strawberry-Rhubarb, Red Walnut Streusel, Pickled Stonefruit, Brioche

POTATO GNOCCHI – Pink Fir Apple Potato, Perth Black Truffle

2021 Dr. Loosen Riesling Spatlese

“FISH N CHIPS” – Bolinas Black Cod “En Cailles”, Sauce Ravigote

PENNSYLVANIA DUCKLING – Smoked Beets, Blood Orange, Endive, Turnips, Brooks Cherry, Freekeh

DUO OF PRIME AND WAGYU BEEF – Filet Mignon, Foie Gras, Bloomsdale Spinach, Sauce Perigourdine / Japanese A5 Kagoshima Wagyu, Nantes Carrot, Horseradish, Pommes Paillasson, Bordelaise

GOLDEN MANGO SUNSET – Passion Fruit Cremeux, Makrut Lime Coulis, Coconut Almond Shortbread

MICHAEL’S ROOT BEER FLOAT – Sassafras Ice Cream, IBC Root Beer, Chocolate Straw, Warm Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookie

THE LEMON – Citrus Curd, White Chocolate Custard, Candied Lemon Peel / FLEUR DE CACAO – Inaya Chocolate Mousse, Candied Cocoa Nibs, Salted Caramel Gelato

Banana Whiskey Espresso Martini

CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE – Madagascar Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Roasted Espresso Anglaise

MIGNARDISES

CANDIES

A part of the Bellagio since opening, first as Aqua but since reborn twice as MICHAEL MINA Restaurant, it was as The Strip shuttered that eight guests sat down for a meal never to be forgotten and now with the Pandemic but a memory the Restaurant remains remarkable under the direction of Chef Raj Dixit.

Always a special place, and quiet mid-summer, it was at a familiar table that five guests were situated just past to 6:00pm, Carte Blanche once again deferred to the kitchen who opted to prepare a menu of pure opulence.

Designed as an eight-course menu, with white glove treatment afforded to all in attendance, it was following a Champagne toast that the night started with Michael Mina’s timeless Caviar Parfait commanding attention from black Eggs to crispy Potato Cake with palates cleansed between bites by Belvedere Vodka.

Delivering Mina’s housemade Laffa next, the first of two baskets complimented by a trio of Spreads, Hamachi arrives next with Peruvian inspiration preceding faultless Foie Gras with seasonal accompaniments alongside warm Brioche.

Next revealing tender Gnocchi under a cloche before a liberal shaving of Australian Truffles, the fragrance better than most, semi-sweet Riesling proved well-suited to “Fish n’ Chips” utilizing Black Cod followed by a perfectly cooked piece of Duck with crackling Skin.

Not holding back with triple-seared A5 Kagoshima Wagyu plated simply with classic Bordelaise, or the Prime Filet Rossini at its side, Dessert is always an all-in affair on this evening finding Michael’s famous Root Beer Float alongside “The Lemon,” Chocolate Mousse, Mango Sunset and a Souffle standing tall.

www.michaelmina.net/restaurants/las-vegas/michael-mina-bellagio

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July 23, 2024
12:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Crumbl (Durango) [18,] Las Vegas NV

Crumbl

Semi-sweet Chocolate Chunk Cookie

Berry Trifle Cake Cup

Snickerdoodle Cupcake Cookie

Peanut Butter Cup Cookie featuring Reese’s

Sugar Shark Cookie

Confetti Cookie

Undoubtedly popular in part due to photogenicity, though a sterile interior oversells the fact that everything is made from scratch, the first thing those entering will notice is Crumbl’s limited collection of just six weekly flavors, though on this week the overly-sweet Chocolate Chip was replaced by Semi-Sweet Chunks plus Sea Salt.

Still a young company, so much success despite only starting in September 2017 certainly enviable, best bites came from specials that included “Snickerdoodle Cupcake,” both ideas well represented while the consistency was soft but crispy along the rim.

Offered onsite or via delivery from 8am until at least 10pm Monday through Saturday it was next that Peanut Butter Cup doubled-down on Reese’s while Confetti was basic but tasty.

Again finding “Cake” concepts better than the Cookies by which crumbl made their name it is impossible to call the all-new Berry Trifle Cake Cup anything less than excellent as Cake, Pudding and Fruit far outpace any sugar-frosted round.

www.crumblcookies.com

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July 22, 2024
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Esther’s Kitchen [15,] Las Vegas NV

Esther’s Kitchen

THE CHEF’S SPREAD WITH ALL THE THINGS – Housemade Sourdough Bread + Basil Ricotta, Basil Oil, Herbs + Cambozola, Blue Cheese, Walnut, Pickled Grapes + Beet Conserva, Saba, Capers, Calabrian Peppers + ‘Nduja, Calabrian Salami, Chili Oil + Burrata, Chives, Basil, Sea Salt + Anchovy Butter, Capers, Parsley + Cannellini Beans, Lardo, Speck, Pistachio Oil + Fegatini, Chicken Liver, Foie Gras, Saba, Strawberry + Butter, Olive Oil, Black Pepper

CAULIFLOWER ALLA ROMANA – anchovy + chili + garlic + fried capers + parsley

VITELLO TONATO – tuna carpaccio + crispy sweetbreads + salted zucchini

GNOCCO FRITTO – parmesan espuma + speck + chives

GRILLED MARKET PEACHES – herb stracciatella + mostarda + summer herbs

BAKED NDUJA BUTTER MUSSELS – umami breadcrumbs + chili + parsley

WOOD ROASTED MUSHROOM PIZZA – truffle panna + fontina + thyme + pecorino

DUCK CONFIT PIZZA – truffle panna + fontina + cherry mostarda + spinach

BEEF AND PORK MEATBALLS – basil ricotta + charred sourdough

EGG TAGLIATELLE – pork and mushroom bolognese + rabe + breadcrumb

BUCATINI NERO – puttanesca + buttuto + olives + sungolds + parsley + anchovy

RIGATONI – carbonara + egg yolk + guanciale + snap peas + granna

TORTELLINI – charred eggplant + pepper stew + trapanese pesto + ricotta

AGNOLOTTI – bacon + shallot + corn + jalapeno + bay scallop

TAJARIN – colatura + lemon + egg yolk + parsley + orivetta classico

PACHAMAMMA PORK CHOP – pine nut calabrian chili crisp + butcher beans + greens

SMASHED POTATOES – parmesan + chili + parsley

HOUSE GROUND POLENTA – mascarpone + parmesan

HEARTH-SMOKED TOMATO RISOTTO – summer squash + sungold tomatoes + basil

APULIAN LAMB SHOULDER – white wine + orange + fennel + parsley + polenta

BUTTERSCOTCH BUDINO – whiskey caramel + honeycomb + whipped cream

VANILLA BEAN PANNA COTTA – strawberries + basil oil + croutons

TIRAMISU PAVLOVA – coffee pavlova + amaretto zabione + coffee tuile + espresso-soaked lady fingers

CHOCOLATE OLIVE OIL CAKE – gianduja cremeux + hazelnut + olive oil ice cream

Last visited for Dinner in March Monday once again found Esther’s Kitchen firing on all cylinders, the frequently-changing menu expanded to match a more sizable space located just around the corner from James Trees’ revolutionary original address.

Now serving Las Vegas for over 5 years, every available superlative already used to describe James Trees’ Restaurant that revitalized the Art’s District, it was with a packed house that seven guests sat near the pass with Baker Dylan Jobsz’s city-best Sourdough starting things off.

Seasonal and rustic in a good way, exacting standards and impeccable service forever part of Esther’s D.N.A., it was with a focus on new items that two Sourdough Pizzas emerged from a wood-burning oven hot-n-bubbly, a well-developed cornicione proud to surround Confit Duck with Cherries as well as the more classic combination of Mushrooms and Cheese.

Modifying Gnocco Frito for early Spring, light Dough fried and filled with airy Parmesan, one would be hard-pressed to name a dish with more umami than Mussels baked beneath Calabrian Sausage though “Vitello Tonato” upgraded by Sweetbreads and Salted Zucchini gives it a try.

Pasta-centric as always, classics still present but this day’s focus on items such as Agnolotti with Bacon and Scallops, suffice it to say that there are no wrong options whether its Tagliatelle with Pork and Mushrooms or hand-formed Tortellini with Peppers atop smoky Eggplant.

Spicing things up with proper Putanesca, though guests seeking something more mild should consider an immaculate Pork Chop served alongside Beans, tender Lamb Shoulder packs a ton of flavor thanks to Fennel mellowed by Citrus while Tomato Risotto continues the kitchen’s strong showing with Vegan and Vegetarian dishes.

A lot of Food for not a lot of cash, all of it rooted in technique but never compromising flavor for looks, Dessert consisted of Esther’s forever refining Butterscotch Budino plus moist Chocolate Cake, though the real stunner proves to be an all-new Pavolva giving Tiramisu a face-lift by way of varying textures.

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July 22, 2024
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Blooming Buns Bakehouse, Las Vegas NV

Blooming Buns Bakehouse

Garlic Cheese Bun

Everything Bagel Bun

Raspberry Pistachio Brionut

Ube Brionut

Classic Cheese Ensaymada with Dulce

Almond Praline Creme Brulee Brionut

Maple Chocolate Brionut

S’Mores Brionut

Cookies & Cream Cookie

Ube White Chocolate Chip Cookie

Rocky Road Cookie

Chocolate Chip Sea Salt Cookie

Double Chocolate Chip Cookie

Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookie

Red Velvet Cookie

Located all the way up on North Durango in Centennial Hills Blooming Buns Bakehouse opened during summer of 2020, a tumultuous time that has nonetheless seen success as a result of signature “Brionuts” plus Cookies, Beignets and Ensaymada.

Similar to Purple Potato in its layout, little more than a small dining area adjacent the counter and kitchen, it is upon entry that guests will notice an array of choices proudly displayed at prices ranging $4-6.

Scratch-made daily with fermented Dough featuring a lot of Butter, the resulting Donuts light with good stretch, options change daily including filled option such as Ube with Honeycomb and Almond Praline Creme Brulee that tastes like the best parts of each.

Also offering savory Buns, a touch of Sugar atop warm Cream Cheese and Garlic something of an acquired taste, fans of Filipino Ensaymada will be delighted to find traditional and upgraded versions such as Cheese with Dulce.

More impressed with the Raspberry Pistachio Brionut than its Maple Chocolate counterpart, the latter a bit artificial in flavor, Cookies are thick with a crisp rim and soft center highlighted by Cookies & Cream or Walnut Chocolate Chip.

www.bloomingbunsbakehouse.com

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July 21, 2024
6:01 PM
by: Uhockey

Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee (3435 Del Mar Heights Road,) San Diego CA

Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

Huckleberry Doughnut

Old Fashion Doughnut

Choc-A-Lot Doughnut

Saigon Cinnamon Crumb Doughnut

Butter & Salt Doughnut

Strawberry Buttermilk Doughnut

Self-described as “The World’s Freshest Doughnuts,” and personally felt to be the Nation’s premier purveyor of fried Dough ever since stumbling across the Costa Mesa flagship in 2013, it was via good fortune that Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee was found in San Diego on Sunday, several fresh-from-the-fryer rings again demonstrating unparalleled Ingredients and smartly developed recipes.

Ever expanding, and part of Del Mar Highlands Town Center since 2018, it was mostly from old favorites that six were selected, Huckleberry and Strawberry each natural in terms of sweetness while “Choc-A-Lot’ triples-down on texture and decadence.

Moving next to a classic, Sidecar’s Old Fashion showing why fryer time and temperature matters in its lightness, it should come as no surprise that when Sidecar stays simple results raise the bar whether in the case of Saigon Cinnamon Crumb or Butter & Salt.

www.sidecardoughnuts.olo.com/menu/del-mar-sidecar-doughnuts-coffee

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July 21, 2024
12:20 PM
by: Uhockey

Mott 32 [3,] Las Vegas NV

Mott 32

Moët & Chandon Imperial Brut Champagne

Duke of Suffolk – Gin, Earl Grey Tea, English Breakfast Tea, Cream

Tang-Tang – Tequila, Mandarin, Condensed Milk, Lime, Agave, Szechuan Coconut Crunch

Shredded Peking Duck Salad, Beetroot, Crispy Taro, Citrus Truffle Dressing

BBQ Pork Cheung Fun, Cilantro

Spicy Iberico Pork Shanghainese Soup Dumplings

Hot & Sour Seafood Soup Dumplings, Crab Roe Siu Mai, Prawn Dumpling, Yellow Chives, Scallop Seafood Dumpling, Caviar

42 Day Apple Wood Roasted Peking Duck Pancake, Hoisin

Lucky 8 “Shot” – Triple Caffeinated Vodka, Espresso, Nitro Coffee, Licor 43, Cream

Lai-Chee – Vodka, Fresh Lychee Fruit, Citrus, Elderflower

Szechuan Style Dumplings, Minced Pork, Chili Oil

Crabmeat & Corn Soup

Vegetable Stir-Fried Lo Mein Noodle

Stir-Fried Choy Sum

Almond & Chocolate & Oolong Tea “Xiao Long Bao”

Black Sesame Colada – Aged Rum, Pineapple, Coconut, Tahitian Vanilla, Black Sesame

Opened in December 2018, and quickly making a name for itself as one of Las Vegas’ premier Chinese Restaurants, Mott 32 reintroduced Brunch for the first time since 2020 on Sunday with an all-new format.

A “bottomless” affair pre-pandemic, now instead offering dinner items alongside authentic Cantonese breakfast dishes a la carte, it is inside the Joyce Wang-designed space that guests are invited to take seats amidst 11,400 square feet of luxury, murals and gold-threaded wall coverings even more opulent in the daylight.

A glorious and multifaceted expanse, with educated servers all but guaranteeing guests a wonderful experience, it is after perusing some thirty items that diners are invited to choose “Fire” or “Ice” Cocktails including the likes of creamy Gin-spiked Tea or a citrusy Tang-Tang featuring Tequila and Szechuan Coconut Crunch.

Still featuring classics such as the 42-day Peking Duck, available as part of a Salad or on its own at a fraction of the nightly cost, favorites such as marinated Cucumbers and various Dim Sum styles come executed at a high level with Spicy Iberico Pork Shanghainese Soup Dumplings well-deserving their signature status.

Cutting no corners on Ingredients or upgraded décor it was while sipping a Champagne that delicate Cheung Fun arrived alongside piping-hot Sweet Corn Soup containing an impressive amount of Crab Meat.

Next bringing the heat with Szechuan Style Pork Dumplings, adequately reined in by a fragrant “Lai-Chee” or hard-hitting Lucky 8 “Shot,” fans of Noodles will find the Lo Mein springy amidst lightly applied Soy before perfectly cooked Brassicas lead up to delicate Desserts in both solid and liquid form.

www.mott32.com/lasvegas
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July 18, 2024
11:50 AM
by: Uhockey

The Cookie Bar [5,] Las Vegas NV

The Cookie Bar

Monster Brownie – Chocolate Brownie, Cream Cheese Frosting, Cookies

Cinna-Doodle – Snickerdoodle Cookie, Cinnamon Cream Cheese

Birthday Cake – Vanilla Cookie, Homemade Vanilla Buttercream, Confetti Sprinkles

Beer Brownie – Guinness Stout infused Dark Chocolate Brownie, Irish Cream Frosting

Turnt Up Banana – Banana Cookie, Rum, Whipped Vodka Buttercream Frosting, Nilla Wafer

Snickerdoodle – Cinnamon, Pink Sugar

Suga Suga – Sugar Cookie, Vanilla Buttercream

Chunky Junky – Chocolate Cookie, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Drizzle

Twisted Krispie – Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treat, White Chocolate, Wedding Cake Vodka, Sea Salt

Limoncello – Lemon Sugar Cookie, Limoncello, Lemon Buttercream

Crème Brulee – Sugar Cookie, Buttercream Frosting, Caramelized Sugar

The Nookie – Chocolate Chip Cookie, Pecans, Caramel Filling

Big Ohh – Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, Cinnamon

Buzz Kill – Chocolate Chip Cookie, Dark Chocolate Chips, Milk Chocolate Chips, Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Tipsy Velvet – Red Velvet Cookie, White Chocolate Chips, Wedding Cake Vodka, White Chocolate Drizzle

Booze Munch – Rum infused Caramel coated Puffed Corn

Oreo Kitchen Sink – Chocolate Chip Cookie, Double Stuffed Oreo, Chocolate Brownie

PB Kitchen Sink – Chocolate Chip Cookie, Peanut Butter Cup, Chocolate Brownie

Chocolate Mojito – Chocolate Chip Cookies, Andes Mint, Chocolate Drizzle

A one time a Cannery West kiosk now turned online business The Cookie Bar continues to march on, Wendy Baumgartner’s passion for baking undeterred by the pandemic and her current collection full of more kitschy yet delicious creations than ever.

Available via online apps, Food Truck or at Special Events, the options easily customized online, Thursday featured nineteen options delivered to the office with individual packaging quickly discarded and a bag of buttered-sweet Booze Munch quickly gone in a few handfuls.

Featuring both virgin and kicked-up riffs on classic American confections, Big Ohh adding granulated Sugar to the top of an Oatmeal Raisin Cookie for texture, both ”Kitchen Sink” cubes deliver about 6oz of decadence with a Cookie and Brownie sandwiching Oreos or Reese’s.

Adding Wedding Cake Vodka to Tipsy Velvet and a heart-shaped “Twisted Krispie,” the later a masterpiece thanks to Sea Salt and soft notes of Cocoa, The Cookie Bar’s Sugar Cookies eat like crisp Shortbread with nuance added by Citrus in the case of Limoncello and torched Sugar atop Crème Brulee.

Going classic with Buzz Kill, while Chocolate Mojito’s Mint takes Chocolate Chip in a different direction, “The Nookie” stuffs soft Caramel into a Pecan-studded Chocolate Chip round for just $3 – the same bargain cost charged for “Turnt Up Banana” with a chewy Banana base infused with Rum and topped with Vodka Buttercream Frosting.

As homegrown (or perhaps homebrewed) as it gets, both a Cinna-Doodle and Monster Brownie new and decadent, the Baumgartner’s Cookie Bar should be on any the short list for anyone with a sweet-tooth and all the more so for those looking to support local businesses.

www.thecookiebarlv.com

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July 17, 2024
6:33 PM
by: Uhockey

Delilah [11,] Las Vegas NV

Delilah

GOLDEN AGE – Remy Martin 1738 Cognac, Giffard’s Apricot Liqueur, Giffard’s Madagascar Vanilla Liqueur, Lemon, Spice of Life

AMUSE – Bluefin Tuna Tartare, Meringue, Wasabi, Cilantro

MILK BREAD – Vermont Creamery Butter, Sea Salt

UNI & BLACK TRUFFLE SHOOTER – Hokkaido Urchin, Savory Egg Custard, Brioche Soldiers

KING CRAB CAESAR – Belgian Endive, Caper Aïoli, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon, Herbed Bread Crumbs

PRIME BEEF CARPACCIO – Almond Romesco, Garlic Aioli, Gaufrette Potato Chips, Aged Spanish Cheese, Pimentón

DELILAH GREEK SALAD – Heirloom Tomatoes, Watermelon, Feta Cheese, English Cucumber, Kalamata Olives, Jalapeño

BLACK TRUFFLE LOBSTER ROLLS – Maine Lobster, Brown Butter Brioche, Fines Herbs, Truffle Aioli

MARYLAND CRAB CAKE – Jumbo Blue Crab, Cabbage Slaw, Tartar Sauce

DELILAH’S FAMOUS CHICKEN TENDERS – Spicy BBQ Sauce, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, Hot Honey

DAYBOAT SCALLOPS – Corn Pudding, Market Peppers, Fava Beans, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon Glaze

KING CRAB CAVATELLI ALLA VODKA – Chris Bianco’s Tomatoes, Calabrian Chili, Sunny Vodka

MACARONI GRATINÉE – Mimolette Cheese Fondue, Black Truffle Béchamel

SUGAR SNAP PEAS – Basil Pesto, Toasted Pine Nuts, Ricotta Salata

BLACK TRUFFLE POMMES PUREE – Butter, Chives

CAVIAR & POTATO – Crispy Potato Pave, Crème Fraîche, Osetra Caviar

DELILAH BEEF WELLINGTON – 12oz Westholme Filet Mignon, Herbed Crepe, Porcini Mushroom Duxelles, Puff Pastry, Madeira Wine Jus

ESPRESSO – Ice

GRANDMA’S GOOEY BUTTER CAKE – Guava Jam, Vanilla Bean Crème Fraîche, Makrut Lime

KENDALL’S SLUTTY BROWNIE – Chocolate Chip & Oreo Brownie, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Molten Chocolate Fondue, Chocolate PopRocks

DELILAH ROCKY ROAD SUNDAE – Dark Chocolate Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Fudge, Hazelnut Marshmallows, Magic Shell, Whipped White Chocolate Ganache

Consistently Las Vegas’ toughest reservation Delilah debuted at Wynn in July of 2021, the “social dining” experience from L.A.’s h.wood Group making good use of Michelin 2* Alex’s former footprint with million dollar upgrades and aspirations to redefine a modern day Supper Club.

Long awaited and debuted with an opulent Grand Opening of A-List celebrities, guests are immediately met by a small foyer before entering the thirty-seat Little Bubble Bar whose rich fabrics overlook the main Dining Room two floors below.

Accessed via double staircases, with bronze and marble gilding the space envisioned by Wynn’s Todd-Avery Lenahan, tables reside between a main stage and larger bar with posh materials and wood surrounded by plaster ceilings above numerous original paintings.

Fusing interior to outside via paired courtyards, one abutting the Chef’s Table and secret dining room directly accessed via the kitchen, it was in the middle of the action that four diners sat Wednesday to enjoy seventeen plates from Chef Josh Smith and team.

Over-the-top in a good way, from contrasting patterns and custom porcelain to gracious servers with encyclopedic knowledge of the Chef Smith’s Cuisine, it is once Beverages are ordered that tables receive complimentary Milk Bread, each slice piping hot with a delicate crumb ready to be slathered by some of the best Butter in America.

Sparing no expense in terms of Ingredients or décor, Beef Carpaccio enjoyed amidst murals and mirrors, Appetizers from Chef Smith continued with Uni Chawanmushi and Crab Cakes that certainly bring the Meat with almost no filler.

High energy in the main room, easy for conversing until live music starts, additional small bites include Josh’s now-famous King Crab Caesar plus a new Greek Salad and two-bite Lobster Rolls that feature both Truffle Aioli and Brown Butter for dunking.

Onward to Entrees, but not before “Delilah’s Famous Chicken Tenders” again justified their signature status in terms of both taste and texture, Delilah’s Beef Wellington sees Chef Smith once again outpacing Gordon Ramsay alongside creamy Mashed Potatoes while glazed Scallops with creamy Corn highlight summer.

Not forgetting sides, Snap Peas simple but seasonal alongside layered Potatoes with Caviar and King Crab Pasta in Vodka Sauce, it remains pretty tough to beat Smith’s vertical Macaroni with Mimolette Fondue and Black Truffle Béchamel brought over from Bardot.

Growing livelier by the minute, but never too loud, it was around 8:15pm that the Captain poured Molten Chocolate overtop “Kendall’s Slutty Brownie,” but no matter how good this or Delilah’s Rocky Road Sundae are it will still take more to outpace Josh’s Grandmother’s world-class Gooey Butter Cake as Las Vegas’ best Dessert.

www.wynnlasvegas.com/dining/fine-dining/delilah
www.hwoodgroup.com/venue/delilah-lv/

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