Bellagio's Jason Smith Shares His Favorite Restaurants:
Only 135 people in the United States can be called a master sommelier, and one is right here in Las Vegas. Jason Smith is the director of wine for the Bellagio, where he oversees all wine operations for the resort, a job that includes wine sales and service in 32 venues. Smith also manages the inventory and cost control of more than 60,000 bottles spanning approximately 5,000 selections. Before...
Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale at Hakkasan; More:
Hollywood power couple Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale dined at Hakkasan at the MGM Grand on Saturday night. They dined with family and friends including Stefani's brother, Todd Stefani and his wife Jennifer, along with longtime friend hairstylist Danilo. Arriving just after 10 p.m., Stefani and Rossdale ordered a number of Hakkasan dishes. [EaterWire]
Wine Pairing Dinner at Sensi; Craig Schoettler Twitter Chat:
BELLAGIO — The Epicurean Epicenter series goes Old World vs. New World with a wine pairing dinner on Friday, May 2, at 6:30 p.m. at Sensi. The four-course menu from executive chef Royden Ellamar will be paired with a variety of wines from around the world. Wine Spectator executive editor Thomas Matthews and Bellagio wine director and master sommelier Jason Smith will host the event. Dishes...
Vegas Uncork'd Releases More Tix; Tbones Dinner:
VEGAS UNCORK'D — Still want to attend the sold out Fire and Ice: A Flame Grilled Feast Over Cool Cocktails at the Bellagio? You're in luck. Vegas Uncork'd just released more tickets for the event, where Sensi chef Roy Ellamar cooks meat with live fire, ash and smoke while master mixologist Ricardo Murcia cools things down with creative cocktails. Nab tickets for $95 per person here. [EaterWire]...