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Eddie Perales
WES KENDRICK
Caesars Palace 3570 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.731.7266 caesarspalace.com
Table 34 600 E. Warm Springs Road 702.263.0034 usmenuguide.com/table34
Master Mixologist
executive chef
Eddie Perales is the master mixologist at Caesars Palace and an unrivaled liquid culinary mastermind with numerous accolades. ¶ Skillful, charming and enthusiastic, Perales’ energy lights up the Strip. Perales, a consummate showman, one time held a Flair Bartender’ Association world ranking of 13th and opened a bartending academy, earning Most Outstanding Small Business in California. He was selected to be one of three mixologists representing America among 42 international teams at the Cocktail World Cup. ¶ Perales offers an entertaining experience targeting all senses. Well-versed in molecular mixology, Perales’s latest conception is the ice program at Garden of the Gods pool.
Chef Wes Kendrick’s creative philosophy begins with the freshest seasonal ingredients. As a handson chef, Wes oversees every aspect of his cuisine, from receiving and inspecting each product, to production and cooking, and finally chatting with guests to ensure complete satisfaction. This attention to detail has earned him recognition from Zagat, Michelin Guide, a spot on Rachel Ray and high marks from local food critic Heidi KnappRinella. ¶ “Las Vegas residents are very discerning and it’s important to be consistently at the top of your game” – Chef Wes
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Matthew Hurley
Gary Leiser
CUT Inside Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.607.6300 wolfgangpuck.com
Steiner’s PUB 8410 W. Cheyenne Ave. 1750 N. Buffalo Drive 8168 Las Vegas Blvd. steinerspub.com
executive chef
corporate chef/co-owner
Matthew Hurley’s interest and passion for the culinary arts led him to attend the prestigious Culinary Institute of America. ¶ Following graduation, Hurley relocated to Las Vegas and began his more than 15year career with the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group as a prep cook at Spago. Hurley advanced through a variety of roles within the group, ultimately holding the position of Corporate Catering Chef for the Las Vegas-based Private Dining & Catering, before opening CUT. ¶ Hurley’s talent, creativity and dedication serve as the perfect recipe for success in his role as executive chef of CUT Las Vegas, Wolfgang Puck’s AAA Four Diamond steakhouse.
Chef Gary Leiser has for the past thirteen years made his home at Las Vegas’ Steiner’s - “A Nevada Style Pub,” displaying his culinary talents in the service of high-quality, freshly prepared classic and innovative cuisine. ¶ Chef Gary serves up great fare you wouldn’t expect to find in a local pub, such as Wellington lamb chops, H.G.’s Chicken Picatta, and a special Montana Ranch American Kobe Beef Burger, including weekly special chilled salads created as a foil to our desert heat. Chef Gary loves displaying his “culinary chops” gained in his 30 years of culinary experience. ¶ Sample the work of Gary and his staff at any of the three locations in Las Vegas. Reach him at chefgary@steinerspub.com.
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