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JANUARY 18. 2026

Blake Shelton Bringing His Biggest Hits to the Strip

Contents

Features Blake Shelton The country star returns to his Caesars Palace residency PAGE 32

Styx Revisit great memories with this classic rock band PAGE 34

Hidden Lounges Enjoy these four hot spots— and their amazing cocktails PAGE 36

Carlos Santana

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Cheers

Nosh

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What’s New Celebrate 2026 in style with

resumes his Mandalay Bay

FUHU

Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse

a cocktail or mocktail! We’ve

Bobby Flay’s newest restaurant

residency PAGE 42

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rounded up some of the best

on the Las Vegas Strip is an

(and newest) destinations in

absolute stunner, from decor

town PAGE 24

and service to cuisine and

The legendary guitarist

The Suite Life Feel like a high roller at the Lucky Bunny Suite at Westgate Las Vegas PAGE 44

Barry’s Downtown Prime PAGE 14

Zayn PAGE 16

FlyOver Las Vegas

Editor’s Note PAGE 7

7 Days

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Friends With Benefits Yelena Anter

Showbiz Weekly Your guide to everything

Meet the beverage

in Las Vegas—from dining,

Malibu Barbie Café

development manager at

entertainment and daylife/

Celebrate a toy icon at this

Westgate Las Vegas

nightlife to gaming, attractions

AREA15 hot spot PAGE 20

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and resources PAGE 51

Optik Interactive Experience

Our publisher gives you

Play with light and music at

everything you need to plan

this BLVD Las Vegas attraction

the perfect week PAGE 8

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cocktails PAGE 28

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Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse photo courtesy of Caesars Entertainment/Michael Rudin, Zayn cover (where applicable) by Dennis Leupold, FUHU cover (where applicable) courtesy photo, Blake Shelton cover (where applicable) courtesy of Caesars Entertainment

VOL. 21 NO. 2

Publisher

KATIE DIXON

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Editor’s Note

Choices, Choices

KEN MILLER

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If this is your first trip to Las Vegas, this is an editor’s note you need to read—because, as overwhelming as the city can feel once you arrive at your hotel, there is a hack to help you navigate the craziness. And it’s all at your fingertips!

Greenspun Media Group, which owns Las Vegas Magazine, has launched the Vegas2Go app, a guide to everything around you no matter where you are. Download it (for free) and start your Vegas experience like a pro. If you’re staying at, say, Park MGM, it will fill you in on everything going on at that property, as well as neighboring properties Bellagio, New York-New York and MGM Grand. You’ll find it in both the Google App store and Apple store. Get it today and enjoy!

Get ready for a fun-filled week in Las Vegas!

The temps may be a might chilly, but you won’t mind with all the indoor goodness the Strip has in store: • Live Music. Like the best buffets, Las Vegas has options for so many different tastes this week, from the return of Blake Shelton’s Live in Las Vegas residency to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace (“No Wrong Decisions,” p. 32) and the return of classic rock band Styx to The Venetian Resort (“Master- ‘Pieces’,” p. 34) to the first-ever residency for superstar Zayn at Park MGM (“A Life in Song,” p. 16).

• Dining. Speaking of options ... Steak lovers will want to head to Barry’s Downtown Prime at Circa Resort & Casino (“Rarefied Air,” p. 14); Asian food aficionados will find much to enjoy at FUHU at Resorts World Las Vegas (“A Vibrant Evening,” p. 12); and Francophiles will be in heaven at Bobby Flay’s Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse at Caesars Palace (“Another French Masterpiece,” p. 28).

Enjoy your choices—and your week—in Vegas!

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What to do in Las Vegas this week Katie Dixon, Publisher

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Soul of Motown This long-running tribute show recently celebrated its 1,000 performance. All your favorite songs are here, from “My Girl” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” to “Shop Around.”

Westgate Las Vegas, 5+, westgateresorts.com

Vegas Golden Knights vs. Philadelphia Flyers The Knights face off against a much-improved Philly team in what should be a high-powered affair. Make sure to get there early to get a beer and nachos first!

T-Mobile Arena, axs.com

The Steakhouse at Circus Circus One of the longest-running restaurants in the entire city, this institution keeps things simple—in the most delicious way possible. Find out for yourself.

Circus Circus, circuscircus.com

FlyOver Las Vegas This attraction uses stateof-the-art technology to take you on an aerial journey over the Grand Canyon, the Canadian Rockies and other spectacular locations.

3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S., experienceflyover.com

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22 Carlos Santana The guitar legend returns for his Greatest Hits Live residency at the House of Blues. From “Oye Como Va” to “Smooth,” his entire career is spanned in this unforgettable show.

Mandalay Bay, mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com

The Steakhouse at Circus Circus photo by Christopher DeVargas Carlos Santana photo by Denise Truscello, Wanda Sykes courtesy photo

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Eagles at Sphere One of rock’s most enduring bands performs at one of city’s most high-profile performance venues. From the state-ofthe-art presentation to those immortal songs, you’ll have the time of your life.

Sphere, thesphere.com

Wanda Sykes There are few funnier women alive than this superstar, who’s proven her skills across all media throughout her career. If you’ve never seen her live, don’t pass this chance up.

The Venetian Resort, ticketmaster.com

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A Vibrant Evening

The fusion cuisine at this restaurant is sure to excite your taste buds Get globally inspired Asian cuisine at FUHU, a dynamic spot with an intimate lounge and bar and a seating area close to the open kitchen. You’ll know you are close when you spot the abundant cherry blossoms overhanging the entrance.

The menu at FUHU is an inspired mix of fusion dishes, with such appetizers as the edamame FUHUummus. Like chickpea hummus, you’ll find the flavor of sesame here, but this is served with crispy papadums.

Popcorn shrimp is accented with furikake and a spicy aioli, while the miso cod “taco” is served on bibb lettuce with orange and kataifi (shredded phyllo dough).

That global crossover vibe continues with contemporary Japanese sashimi and nigiri plates—the tai snapper Nikkei features an aji amarillo sauce and choclo (a Peruvian corn). Main dishes include an 8-ounce Black Hawk wagyu filet with truffle teriyaki sauce; a 16-ounce New York strip with a wasabi demi-glace; octopus anticucho with a shiso chimichurri sauce; and merlion salmon with a prawns and a Singapore laksa sauce. The Korean fried chicken is appealing as well.

There are several roll choices like the goma crab, the Crouching Spider with soft-shell crab and bay scallops, and classic spicy tuna. Sides here continue that global theme, with rainbow cauliflower and Romesco sauce accented by garlic crunch and a yuzu zest.

Even the dessert gets in on the crossover action, with fried matcha cheesecake potstickers and ube flan.

Now that’s inventive! –Nina King Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.6907

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Spotlight

Rarefied Air

From drinks to meals, this steakhouse specializes in making special memories for groups of any size At Barry’s Downtown Prime, there’s no end to the selling points.

Even the journey to the restaurant is special: You make your way down an escalator, and it’s the only destination at the bottom. The feeling of exclusivity only increases from that point on, as you’re treated like true royalty the second you enter.

Your smile will widen even more as the Cocktail Cart makes its way to your table. Manhattan and Old-Fashioned fans will find plenty to geek out over here, with your choice of regular or top shelf ryes, bourbons and tequilas (yes, you heard that right!). You will want to get out your phone and set it to “video” once your mixologist begins crafting everything together; the presentation is as intoxicating as the drinks themselves.

This being a steakhouse, you might be tempted (and rightly so) for wanting to opt for appetizers like crispy calamari, jumbo shrimp cocktail and a chilled shellfish platter. But might we suggest trying something a tad different like the crispy vegetable spring rolls? Once you taste the filling of Thai papaya salad, maitake mushrooms, vermicelli noodles, bell peppers, zucchini squash, watercress

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and roasted peanuts, all served with a Thai chili dipping sauce, it might become your new go-to before the main course.

And oh, the mains! Good luck choosing between Dover sole, Colorado lamb chops, or one of the many cuts, from a 14-ounce dry-aged boneless ribeye to a 12-ounce wetaged rib cap (also known as “Barry’s Steak,” pictured). And save room for dessert—we’re partial to Christine’s carrot cake (the difference here is roasted pineapple chutney) and the campfire s’mores, as delicious as you remember from childhood.

Another huge selling point of this space is its … space. There are several individual rooms that can accommodate larger groups, all with distinct names: The Chef’s Table (capacity of 12); The Sultan’s Table (capacity 14); The Sabre Room (capacity 22); The Fremont Room (capacity 24); The Garden Room (capacity 24); The Mint Room (capacity 44); and The Main St. Room (capacity 65). You can reserve any of these—or even the entire space itself for super-special occasions (capacity 350)! –Ken Miller

Circa Resort & Casino.

702.726.5504

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Spotlight

A Life in Song

Singer brings a hefty catalog of hits to Strip residency One Direction will no doubt be most famous as the group that launched the career of Harry Styles. But it’s far from the band’s only success story. Another of One Direction’s huge stars, Zain Javadd Malik (known to his legion of fans as “Zayn”), brings a seven-date residency to Dolby Live starting this week, and fans can expect plenty of the passion and energy Zayn is world-famous for.

Ever since Zayn went solo in 2015, he has found immense success, becoming the first British male artist to debut at number one in both the U.K. and U.S. with his debut single, “Pillowtalk,” and album, Mind of Mine, in 2016. He’s also the only artist to have won the Billboard Music Award for new artist of the year twice (once with One Direction and once as a solo artist).

Over the subsequent years, Zayn has released three other studio albums and collaborated with numerous artists, including Sia, Timbaland, Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Chris Brown and Usher.

He’ll bring quite an impressive and varied catalog to his Strip shows, from “What I Am,” “Alienated” and “Stardust” to “Better,” “Let Me” and “Entertainer.” Unlike his original group, Zayn has never gone just one direction—his various musical styles (from old-school hip-hop and reggae to R&B and electropop) have changed over the years; but one thing that hasn’t changed is his popularity with fans. –Ken Miller Park MGM, 9 p.m. Jan. 20-21, 24-25, 28 and 30-31, starting at $107 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

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Spotlight

Next Stop, Planet Earth

This Strip attraction can take you anywhere on the globe with its next-level technology If you’ve always wanted to take a helicopter flight but haven’t quite achieved that goal, we think FlyOver Las Vegas might be tailor-made for you.

This combination of an amusement ride, a movie and a simulated helicopter flight makes for an experience that may leave you breathless. In Las Vegas, you have your choice of four shows: Wonders of the American West; Believe Chicago; Windborne: Call of the Canadian Rockies; and Legendary Iceland: Landscapes and Lore, each with special features.

Each show begins in a room where you get your seat number and watch a short intro video.

A recent showing of Legendary Iceland: Landscapes and Lore begins with a scene of a small, seemingly deserted cabin.

Snowfall through a hole in the roof imparts calm and readiness for your adventure. Soon, you’ll head to a second chamber where a unique set of scenes play out.

With Legendary Iceland, oceans, ice, lava and an elder troll (trolls are part of Icelandic folklore) tell the story of how Iceland emerged. It’s a captivating story that really gets you ready for the next step of the attraction.

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After you head into the movie theater/ride portion, you’ll sit, belt in and get basic instructions. The screen stretches before you in a massive arc, and you’ll rise gently into the air before the lights dim. Then be amazed as ice floes and lava fields fill the screen and hikers, bikers, horses, fishermen and farmers trek through your field of vision. Swoop over immense fields of purple lupine and wend your way through canyons and ravines and past waterfalls.

Glide over the ocean, examining rock formations and craggy islands. (Perhaps a troll caught by the dawning day?) The impressive sight of Hallgrímskirkja, the Lutheran church that is the second tallest-building in the capital of Reykjavik, is joined by fireworks. All along the way, you’ll feel the mists kissing your skin.

FlyOver Las Vegas is located on the Las Vegas Strip in the Showcase Mall. Get your tickets inside the expansive lobby (or online), then grab a drink or snack while you wait for the magic to begin! –Nina King

3771 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 866.498.2023

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Spotlight

Limitless Possibilities for Fun Toy icon gets her own restaurant in Vegas—complete with roller rink!

Barbie can do anything, right?! Of course she can! She can even earn more than a billion dollars at the box office! And now the iconic toy that’s inspired generations has staked her claim in Las Vegas with the opening of Malibu Barbie Café.

“Barbie would love Vegas; it’s one of the most eclectic cities anywhere and Barbie is all about inclusiveness,” said Derek Barry, president of experiences at Bucket Listers, creators of the new café. “Barbie would love what we’ve done here—it’s that beachy, vibey café. … Mattel has been super excited and supportive with this project. AREA15 folks have been very receptive, too. It’s the perfect location. We’re excited.”

This is the ninth iteration of the café, and it’s the biggest and raddest one of them all—a larger roller rink, bigger food and beverage menu and more immersive fun. Start your pink, dreamy, beachy adventure inside the café and order bites like pink pancakes, sandwiches and shareables, as well as sweets like design-yourown sundaes and cupcakes and dessert drinks like ice cream floats served in a pink Barbie car. Wash it all down with one of the specialty cocktails like the Think Pink margarita with JAJA blanco tequila, Cointreau, prickly pear purée, lime juice and coconut cream, or the Malibu Vibes with Buffalo Trace bourbon, Aperol aperitivo, sweet vermouth and rose syrup.

Take the party outdoors to the roller rink where skates and safety gear are provided, and don’t miss checking out the cutesy backdrops perfect for photo ops and the retail store with all the branded Barbie merch you could wish for. –Kiko Miyasato AREA15, 3215 S. Rancho Dr. area15.com

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Photo courtesy of Bucket Listers

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What Will You Create?

Limited-time experience combines light and sound BLVD Las Vegas, one of the Las Vegas Strip’s newest and coolest retail destinations, has a limited-time offering you absolutely have to take advantage of: Optik Interactive Light & Sound Experience. First off, it’s free. Second, it ends Jan. 25.

Located at The Overlook on the third floor of BLVD Las Vegas, the experience was created by Brooklyn-based the Urban Conga in collaboration with Serge Maheu (a computer engineer who now specializes in multimedia productions) and

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powered by Canada-based company Creos. It’s a series of 10 6-foot gyroscope structures that visitors can rotate to create changing light patterns (the gyroscopes contain a dichroic film that reflects daylight and refracts internal LED lighting after dark).

In addition, moving the structures also produces different musical tones based on movement speed and direction. In other words, each visitor’s experience will be unique!

While you’re at BLVD Las Vegas, indulge in some retail therapy as well.

Retailers like H&M, JD Sports and Pandora offer plenty of high-quality products for every member of your family, and if you’re hungry, get ready for some of the best pizza in town at How Ya Dough’n, an outpost of the South Florida viral sensation that specializes in scratch-made New York-Neapolitan sourdough pies crafted with an 8- to 12-day wild yeast fermentation process. –Ken Miller

3747 Las Vegas Blvd. S. blvdlasvegas.com

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Cheers

What’s New

Continue to celebrate 2026 with cocktails, mocktails and parties New year, new stuff—check out the latest and greatest happening all over Las Vegas.

Start the day off the right way when you’re in Vegas—that means brunch!

Hit up one of the newest hot spots, The Kitchen Table at Rio Las Vegas.

Hangover burgers, carnivore skillets and specialty pancakes like red velvet, ube and banana matcha are just some of the yummy treats, but make sure to dip into this new restaurant to take advantage of its signature booze. Order up Bloody Marys, mimosa flights, spritzes and booze-filled coffees.

When afternoon and evening hits, take the party to The Tiki Bar at Excalibur. The new bar is saturated in exotic island decor, from wood tables and chairs to tiki votives, tropical foliage and thatched portals surrounded by glowing lanterns that help set the scene for tons of tiki-inspired sips. Rums mix with pineapple whip, coconut syrup, banana liqueur, sweet tea, strawberry and lime juices; there is even a tiki flight where you can sample three of the specialty cocktails, including the Tropical Tai. At night, the stage welcomes bands and DJs playing island sounds.

For more party fun, check out the raucous real-late-night party Bang Out, put on by the folks of Atomic Saloon Show, at The Venetian Resort. The fun kicks off inside the theater at 11:53

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The Carraway at Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge

p.m. on Jan. 24 and promises “carnival meets roadhouse and denim meets latex.” Drinks are priced very reasonably, and guests can get down on the dancefloor or watch as performers put on impromptu performances. This wild

party goes until the early morning!

To catch dinner and a show, make a reservation at the newly reopened and refreshed Mayfair Supper Club at Bellagio. The opulent dining room, bar and performance space overlooks the

Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge photo by @fotojosejose, Atomic Saloon Show courtesy photo RPM Italian photo courtesy of RPM Restaurants, Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, Eberly Film Lab, LLC

Cheers

Waitlist at RPM Italian

iconic fountains show and a new menu of specialty cocktails and food has been introduced. The entertainment will feature immersive performances by singers, musicians, acrobats, dancers and more. It’s dinner and a show on party steroids.

Get your cocktail on with some new hot winter cocktails at Cabo Wabo Cantina at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. The lineup includes coffee-based cocktails with recipes that mix coffee with sweet ingredients like peanut butter, horchata, Fireball, Baileys and Frangelico. The warm-you-up sips continue with hot chocolate-based cocktails (and zero-proof choices).

Yup, January is also Dry January for those that want to give the booze a break, and hot spots are serving up some tasty creations. Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas offers The Carraway, a tart treat with pomegranate, pineapple, vanilla and orgeat. At Caspian’s Rock & Roe at Caesars Palace, The Cleo blends Almave blanco nonalcoholic tequila with pineapple, cranberry, coconut berry Red Bull and a dash of rosemary. Happy Camper at FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas created a spicy choice with the Hot & Unbothered with Seedlip Spice

Tropical Tai at The Tiki Bar

94, jalapeño, cilantro, cucumber and lime. And RPM Italian at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace has created two spirit-free sips, The Waitlist, with Fentimans rose lemonade and citrus, and the Tropical Spritz, with nonalcoholic aperitivo, passion fruit, calamansi and soda. Make a stop into one of the coolest speakeasies in the city, The Underground, located in the basement of

Test Pilot at The Underground

the Mob Museum downtown. Check its Instagram account to get the password for the night and settle into a dimly lit, brick-and-leather-decorated lounge inspired by the Prohibition era. It’s here that you can celebrate Dry January with $9 mocktails like the Raspberry Lavender Fizz, The Test Pilot, Pineapple Smash and the Sober Spritz. Cheers (sans hangover)! –Kiko Miyasato

Bang Out at Atomic Saloon Show

Tiki Bar photo courtesy of MGM Resorts International Operations, Inc The Underground photo courtesy of Downstairs Loft Creative, LLC/ Chris Wessling

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Friends With Benefits

• Libation •

The King

Yelena Anter

Anter created an impressive cocktail program at Velvet Bar and that includes the visually cool The King.

Created with Japanese whiskey, ginger syrup, cherry Heering and orange and cherry bitters, the cocktail is then smoked with cherrywood inside a special box. –KM

Viva Las Vegas for this beverage development manager It all comes back to The King. We sat down with Yelena Anter, beverage development manager at Westgate Las Vegas, inside Velvet Bar at the resort and asked her how she ended up creating cocktail programs for the entire property.

“I am a huge Elvis fan,” she said. “The whole reason I am in Vegas, the United States, even Westgate, is because of Elvis.” Growing up in Russia in the ’80s, it was forbidden to have anything American, but her dad managed to get a bootleg record of Elvis’ music. “I listened

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to that record till you couldn’t play it anymore,” Anter said. “That’s how I first learned English. And in the ’90s as American movies became available, I watched Viva Las Vegas and I had a dream that I wanted to come to Las Vegas, no matter what.”

So, she did, at just 19 years old.

When she turned 21, she landed her first bartending job and continued to nurture her newfound love for creating cocktails. Anter set her sights on working at Westgate Las Vegas (the unofficial home

of Elvis) and has been with the property since 2023. “My job is to create a truly unique cocktail culture that’s unique to Westgate,” she said. “I make all the garnishes here in the kitchen. I make unique rims, syrups, cordials, too. It’s very rewarding and I love to challenge myself.

“If I saw a glimpse of where I am at now 25 years ago, I would probably not believe my eyes. It’d be like a movie. It’s fascinating to me that my path, here I am—the home of Elvis. It gives me goose bumps.” –Kiko Miyasato

Pick up Yelena Anter’s cocktail book, Christmas Cocktails and Shenanigans, available on Amazon.

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SCAN TO PURCHASE

Ribeye with french fries

Bobby Flay’s Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse turns on the flavor Celebrity chef Bobby Flay is known for his versatility in the kitchen, having opened Southwestern, burger and Italian restaurants in his lengthy career of cooking and hosting his own TV

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programs. And at Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse at Caesars Palace, Flay returns to his cooking school roots—he was in the first graduating class at the French Culinary Institute. Flay has created menus from breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner that rope in that Parisian style, all with a bit of Flay flair. The restaurant has a relaxed, elegant vibe, dark woods, plush fabrics

and an art deco design. Check out the seafood tower, a gorgeous station in the back of the restaurant that highlights the bounty of the menu. The fan-style centerpiece will draw your attention no matter where you are seated.

Brunch is a relaxed affair with cocktails like the Kir Royale with champagne and crème de cassis, plus Bloody Marys, espresso martinis and mimosas.

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Enjoy items like classic eggs Benedict; homage to Flay’s beloved N.Y. American eggs Royale with smoked salmon and brasserie, with American cheese, bacon chives hollandaise sauce; the celebrated and Gruyère. You can never have too croque monsieur and croque madame much cheese, right? The gnocchi Parisiwith ham and cheese (and, in madame’s enne features a tomato confit, while a case, a crispy fried egg). Appetizers classic Italian-American dish, chicken here are delightful, with items like Française, is awash in lemon. (Fun fact: French onion soup with Gruyère Amalfi by Bobby Flay, a foray into Italgratin; hot homemade potato chips ian cuisine, is at Caesars Palace as well.) with a Roquefort cheese sauce and a For dinner, Brasserie B offers raw baguette with French butter, which is bar selections including the aforemenquite honestly amazing for a bit of fat. tioned bay scallops and yellowtail cruThere are raw bar offerings as well, do, plus a prawn cocktail with smoked blending Southwestern ingredichili sauce, a fun twist on the clasents with French style, like the sic shrimp cocktail. You can get bay scallops Sophie, served the chicken Française, plus with a tangerine hot sauce duck confit; mussels in white and crunchy garlic, and the wine and garlic broth; black 866.227.5938 yellowtail crudo, accompabass amandine; and whole nied by tomatillo, egg, crème lobster with garlic butter and fraîche and caviar. Steak frites roasted garlic. The restaurant has are a classic French offering, served a menu of certified Angus beef steaks, here with a small salad, and a staple on including a 10-ounce skirt steak with the lunch menu as well. your choice of sauces. But there are If it’s lunch you’re in for, choose from also several specialty steaks as well, inthe raw bar, then think about somecluding Bobby’s spice-crusted, bone-in thing like the Bar Americain burger, an ribeye with a smoked hon-

Eggs Royale

ey-chili glaze and a roasted red pepper relish. The 48-ounce tomahawk is the showstopper, cooked in cast iron with herb butter and fresh thyme.

If you are a Flay fan, dining here is an excellent opportunity to experience the breadth of Flay’s experiences, with plenty of references to his culinary empire tucked into the menu.

By Nina King Yellowtail crudo

Black bass amandine

Photos courtesy of Caesars Entertainment/Michael Rudin

Blake Shelton is back for more country, more cocktails, more Vegas

8 p.m. Jan. 18, 21, 23-24, 28 and 30-31, starting at $107 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

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Blake Shelton isn’t tiptoeing back into Las Vegas. He’s barreling in with a beer in one hand and a setlist in the other. Fresh off his successful run last February, the country superstar returns to The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for eight shows with a promise that should thrill fans.

“We had so much fun earlier this year, I figured—why not do it again?” Shelton has said. “This time we’re gonna do it more country, with more cocktails, and probably make a few more questionable decisions. Let’s go, Vegas.”

This is the kind of confidence that’s made Shelton one of country music’s most bankable stars. With 30 No. 1 hits and nearly 11 billion global streams, he’s earned the right to show up in Vegas and do things his way. And fans are more than ready to make those questionable decisions right alongside him.

The residency comes at a particularly hot moment for Shelton.

His latest album, For Recreational Use Only, dropped in May. It’s his first full-length release in nearly four years. The 12-track collection

includes chart-topper “Texas” and current radio hit “Stay Country or Die Tryin’,” which both capture Shelton’s ability to balance traditional country sensibilities with arena-ready hooks. The album also features appearances by his wife, Gwen Stefani, along with veterans John Anderson and Craig Morgan.

“It’s been a long time since we had a new album out, and I want to thank the songwriters and musicians who helped bring this record to life,” Shelton said when announcing the album. “Scott (Hendricks) and I have been working on this music for years, and I’m beyond excited to finally share it with the fans.”

The last couple of years for Shelton has been spent in constant motion, wrapping his Friends & Heroes Tour with Craig Morgan, Deana Carter, Trace Adkins and Emily Ann Roberts, hitting summer festivals, and continuing to expand his Ole Red partnership with Ryman Hospitality. The Vegas outpost, located at the corner of Flamingo and Las Vegas Boulevard South, marks the fifth Ole Red location, joining Tishomingo, Okla., Nashville and Gatlinburg in Tennessee and Orlando, Fla., complete with a

rooftop stage that’s become its own destination on the Strip.

He’s also branching into television production, co-producing CBS’ The Road, a gritty series following touring artists, with Taylor Sheridan and starring Keith Urban. For someone who “retired” from The Voice after 23 seasons, Shelton’s definition of retirement looks suspiciously like a full-time job.

For his Vegas shows, Shelton delivers an undeniable honkytonk vibe. His performances feel more like Saturday night at your favorite dive bar—if that dive bar happened to seat 4,300 people and feature world-class production.

Fans can expect a powerhouse set drawing from three decades of hits, mixed with fresh material from the new album. Songs like “Honey Bee,” “God’s Country” and “Austin” share space with newer tracks, delivered in his signature raucous energy that transforms even The Colosseum’s Roman grandeur into something that feels authentically country.

This month, Vegas gets exactly what Shelton promised: more country, more cocktails, more questionable decisions. We can totally get behind that.

By Genevie Durano

Photo courtesy of Caesars Entertainment

Styx brings its classic album—and much more—to the Las Vegas Strip Styx has mastered the art of longevity. These multiplatinum album-oriented rock architects have been defying the odds since the ’70s, with no signs of slowing down.

The legendary rockers are returning to The Venetian Theatre for five nights with something truly special: a complete performance of 1978’s Pieces of Eight, plus all the hits that made them arena gods in the first place.

Styx currently operates as a seven-member powerhouse: founding guitarist/vocalist James “JY” Young (affectionately dubbed “The Godfather of Styx”), guitarist/vocalist Tommy Shaw, original bassist Chuck Panozzo, longtime drummer Todd Sucherman, keyboardist/vocalist Lawrence Gowan, guitarist/vocalist Will Evankovich and bassist Terry Gowan.

“We have home run hitters at every position,” Young told NEWHD Media last year. “Everybody seems to be in balance and happy. Everybody’s smiling at each other after the shows are over. And that’s a very good sign.”

The band just released Circling From Above, its 18th studio album, a 13-track exploration of technology and nature that critics are calling its third consecutive masterpiece following 2021’s Crash of the Crown and 2017’s The Mission. While most heritage acts coast on their catalog, Styx continues to create.

“We’re always writing,” Shaw told Billboard earlier this year.

“Will and I live close to each other in Nashville, so we get together a lot and co-write things. But the other guys are great cowriters, too; we’ll get together at my house or at Will’s studio and we’ll start cobbling these pieces together.”

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Fans love the new work, but they’re coming for the classics, too. And Styx has those for days. There’s “Come Sail Away,” with that delicate piano opening that explodes into an arenawide

sing-along, and “Renegade,” the hardcharging anthem about a fugitive on the run. There’s the working-class battle cry of “Blue Collar Man,” the tender power ballad “Lady” and the epic “The Grand Illusion,” with its soaring vocals and dramatic build. There’s “Miss America” and its critique of fame for fame’s sake, and “Man in the Wilderness,” with its searching, introspective lyrics.

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height of Styx’s powers, the unfold. They draw from over 24, 28 and 30-31, album gave us “Blue Collar five decades of barn-burnstarting at $60 Man” and “Renegade” but ing chart hits, joyous plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com also showcased the band’s sing-alongs and hard-drivrange beyond radio. Hearing ing deep cuts, and they’ve it performed in sequence somehow maintained the will remind audiences why energy that makes them a the band became synonymous with must-see live act.

American rock in the first place. Five The Pieces of Eight deep dive adds decades in, Styx refuses to phone it in. another layer. Released in 1978 at the

By Genevie Durano

A Styx show doesn’t hit just one note.

It’s a sonic symphony that’s sometimes bombastic, sometimes tender. The band came up in the album-oriented rock era, when FM radio played full albums and listeners treated records as complete experiences. That freedom shaped the sound: lengthy compositions, minor-key explorations, extended solos, storytelling that required more than three minutes to

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the cuisines run the gamut, but what they all have in common is a cool factor—they each offer a hipster hidden

lounge where the art of cocktailing is thriving, and the ambience and décor is wonderfully bougie. Make a

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and Bugsy & Meyer’s Steakhouse at Flamingo—dig into the delicious dishes, but when done ask the hostess

or your server to point you in the direction of the hidden lounge and begin your second journey.

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MGM Grand, 702.891.7600 Don’t sleep on the classic Italian American eats at Luchini and the East Coast-style pizza by the slice at the adjacent pizza shop, both reminiscent of hot spots in New Jersey and New York. But in the sit-down space of the pizza shop you’ll spot vending machines … and one of them opens to reveal the entrance to the speakeasy, Chez Bippy. The sexy, very intimate space is adorned with plush velvets, lowlighting and a craft cocktail program that celebrates Italian flavors. Besides the popular Prima Donna, don’t miss the delicious coffee-inspired Bella Notte and the zeroproof cocktails.

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Flamingo, 702.733.3111 This classic steakhouse inspired by mobsters Bugsy Siegel and Meyer Lansky is a throwback to classic Las Vegas and Miami vibes with décor decked out in flamingos and foliage. The entrance to the speakeasy, The Count Room, can be accessed from the casino floor; look for the kitschy door to Bugsy’s office, or enter through the restaurant (just ask a hostess). Inside the speakeasy, settle in for an impressive cocktail program and an even more impressive OldFashioned menu. The Japanese Old-Fashioned is the smoothest, the Kentucky Old-Fashioned is the sweetest, the Mexican is smoky and the Caribbean has deep notes of vanilla and caramel.

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The Venetian Resort, 702.414.3474 By day, guests can sit at Nomikai’s sushi bar, but when the sun sets, look for the door to the left and a small hostess stand. You’ll need to make a reservation for Nomikai’s speakeasy, but it’s so worth checking out. Besides wickedly good cocktails with Japanese influences and ingredients, you can order sushi here, too.

With all the rage of espresso martinis, Nomikai puts its delicious spin on the classic with the Ube Espresso Martini (it’s to die for!) and the twist on the margarita, the Salted Plum Air Margarita with Olmeca Altos blanco, Cointreau, umeshu, lime, plum and Yukari Shiso salt foam.

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Planet Hollywood, 702.785.5551 Caramella has quickly become a favorite among Vegas insiders for its delicious Italian eats, the expansive patio overlooking the Strip, its weekend brunch and the cocktail specials at the front lounge. But behind the candy shop that’ll you’ll spot before you hit the main space of the restaurant, you’ll notice one of the walls opens to reveal a hidden lounge, styled in a funky and opulent ’70s style. The cocktails are a treat in mixology, like the Vice & Virtue and the Set Me Fredo with frozen Gran Coramino reposado, cola, Angostura bitters and a pistachio gelato.

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Carlos Santana continues to stir the soul at his ongoing residency

By Genevie Durano In the hands of Carlos Santana, a guitar becomes a conduit to the divine. For 13 years, the 76-yearold virtuoso has transformed the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay into something approaching a temple, where his An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live residency has turned from mere entertainment into something approaching a musical pilgrimage.

His November dates followed a triumphant May run, and these new January ones give fans more opportunities to witness Santana in his element. What makes this residency endure isn’t just the hits, though Santana has an arsenal of them.

From “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va” to “Maria Maria” and “Smooth,” each track arrives timeless and electric. Santana doesn’t perform these songs; he channels them, letting each solo spiral into uncharted musical territory.

His return to the Vegas stage feels perfect. March brought Sentient, his latest album—a career-spanning retrospective featuring previously unreleased collaborations with Mi-

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chael Jackson, Miles Davis, Smokey Robinson and his wife, drummer the past but his relentless forward Cindy Blackman Santana. “I’m momentum. Recent collaborations always driven by passion, emotion like “Me Retiro” with Mexican group and inner instinct,” Santana states Grupo Frontera showcase his drive on his official website. “When I first to explore new musical territories. heard these tracks floating around In the House of Blues’ intimate in the house, I said, ‘Why don’t we confines, fans witness a master put these all in one place?’” craftsman locked into grooves that The album’s genesis speaks to feel both ancient and futuristic.

Santana’s enduring mysticism.

When Santana establishes the “From the beginning, pretty much night’s tone with “Jingo,” “Evil since I came out of the crib, I feel Ways,” and “Black Magic Woman/ like there was a legion of spirits who Gypsy Queen,” he’s creating sacred would orchestrate scenarios space. The 1,800-capacity venfor me to walk into and ue becomes a temple where become who I am,” he boundaries dissolve told Rock Cellar Magabetween performer and zine. This spiritual and audience, between past metaphysical approach and present.

702.632.7600 has kept his music Unlike legacy acts fresh across five decades content to coast on past and embodies every live glories, Santana refuses performance. farewell tour mythology. “I Santana’s origin story is well-docdon’t think like that,” he tells Rolling umented. He emerged from San Stone. “I’ve seen people who retire Francisco’s fertile ’60s scene with a every year. Every tour for the last 20 revolutionary fusion of Afro-Latin years has been their last tour. When rhythms, blues and psychedelic rock I’m done, I’m not even going to tell that captivated Woodstock, and his anybody. I’ll just do the last concert.” music hasn’t stopped evolving since.

For now, that concert is in the farHis accolades are staggering: 10 off future. What’s here is the chance Grammy Awards, three Latin Gramto witness an artist who can make a mys, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame roomful of strangers feel like they’re induction, Kennedy Center Honor communing with the divine power and Rolling Stone’s No. 11 “Greatest of music.

Guitarist of All Time” ranking.

Yet what keeps Santana vital isn’t

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Feel like a true high roller at Westgate Las Vegas It’s pink. It’s posh. It’s Playboy. It’s totally cute and sweet. The Lucky Bunny Suite at Westgate Las Vegas is part of the property’s themed fantasy suites, but this one stands out for its star power, too. It was curated in collaboration with Playboy Playmate, actress and model Sandi Taylor (pictured).

“For me, the Lucky Bunny Suite is more than a luxurious escape— it’s a mood, a moment and a celebration of confidence and playfulness,” Taylor said in a news release.

“I wanted to design a space where guests could feel sexy, empowered and totally at ease. Whether you’re toasting to the night ahead, slipping into a bubble bath with a view or simply soaking in the suite’s flirty energy, every detail is meant to delight and surprise.”

With 1,611 square feet of opulence, the gorgeous touches throughout the room are everywhere. From the lounge and living areas to the dining room and bar area, huge bedroom and spacious bathroom with walk-in wardrobe, you’ll feel every bit the special guest.

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“The Lucky Bunny Suite is a perfect example of what makes Westgate Las Vegas so special,” Cami Christensen, president and general manager of Westgate Las Vegas, said in a release. “Las Vegas is a city built on fantasy and indulgence, and this suite delivers just that—a fun, glamorous, and totally unique stay experience. We are thrilled to collaborate with Sandi Taylor to bring this vision to life and can’t wait to welcome guests into this one-of-a-kind escape.”

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Take the party outside to the suite’s 235-square-foot private balcony with seating. Near the balcony, you’ll find a comfortable dining area with seating for six and a wet bar lined with wine bottles filled with pink sand and bar-top seating.

There are two living spaces, one more formal with pink paisley cushioning on Victorian-inspired sofas and a beautiful crystal chandelier. The more chill living space has a flatscreen TV, pink fluffy sofa you melt right into and a cute piece of artwork showing fluffy white bunnies bouncing up and down.

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Artwork throughout the space includes vintage Playboy magazine covers from several decades and sexy snapshots of Taylor, which lends a personal touch to the suite she helped design.

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The sizable bedroom is a practice in sweet, feminine luxury with a deep soaking tub that looks onto the Strip, including a great shot of the Sphere through the large window. The bathroom has two vanities, walk-in closet and seating area. Design touches throughout the room include crystal chandeliers and sconces, pink drapery, a deep green velvet-tufted headboard and babypink painted walls.

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VEGAS IN YOUR POCKET...

WHERE TO EAT, PLAY, SHOP AND PARTY

Entertainment Dining Daylife & Nightlife Shopping Health & Beauty Attractions Gaming Resources

Corey Holcomb Mandalay Bay 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18, starting at $52.50 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com

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RESIDENTS

Friday

An Intimate Evening With Santana: Greatest Hits Live

House of Blues at Mandalay Bay. 702.632.7600

Dream Team

Saturday

The dancers of Fantasy: The Strip’s Sexiest Tease are the stuff of Vegas legend—goddesses who can melt you with a glance one moment and leave your jaw on the floor the next as they perform seemingly impossible choreography and acrobatics. They’re not just beautiful; they’re powerhouses, moving with a heady mix of strength and sensuality.

Luxor, 18+. 702.262.4400

Carrot Top

Luxor, 16+. 702.262.4400

THEATER “O” This Cirque du Soleil production is an accomplishment of many feats. The centerpiece of the show is a 25-foot-deep pool that holds 1.5 million gallons of water. It serves as a stage to showcase high-divers and synchronized swimmers. Hydraulic-powered platforms rise to create a solid surface on which acrobats, fire dancers and contortionists perform.

Bellagio. 702.693.7068

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Sunday

Soul of Motown

Westgate Las Vegas, 5+. ticketmaster.com

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GET YOUR TICKETS! Blake Shelton The country superstar brings back Live in Las Vegas, a residency worthy of his accomplishments in a town ideal for his outsized, charismatic personality. Expect to hear hits like “Austin,” “All Over Me,” “Ol’ Red,” “God Gave Me to You” and many more.

Caesars Palace, 8 p.m. Jan. 21, 23-24, starting at $107 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com Styx This classic rock band has made it a tradition to perform in Las Vegas at the beginning of the year— and lucky for you! There are just too many hits to list here, but we’re personally looking forward to hearing “The Best of Times,” “Come Sail Away” and “Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man).”

The Venetian Resort, 8:30 p.m. Jan. 23-24, 28 and 30-31, starting at $60 plus tax and fee. ticketmaster.com Ashlee Simpson Simpson has kept very busy since breaking out with “Pieces of Me” in 2004, releasing albums and acting in TV shows and movies and performing on Broadway.

The Venetian Resort, 10 p.m. Jan. 23-24, starting at $85 plus tax and fee, 21+. voltairelv.com

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Success Is No Illusion

Family-friendly show The Magic of Jen Kramer is headed toward its 1,000th performance in Las Vegas, and its affable, upbeat performer constantly creates new fans who line up after her shows during meet and greets to share their enthusiasm about her signature illusions.

Westgate Las Vegas, 5+. westgateresorts.com

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Luxor. 702.262.4400

Caesars Entertainment Studios at Horseshoe Las Vegas. ticketmaster.com

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE Mat Franco—Magic Reinvented Nightly Ever since winning season 9 of America’s Got Talent in 2014, Franco has been enjoying immense success at his host property, which named the theater after him. His mind-blowing illusions involve objects like an egg, a smart phone, and a wine bottle and cardboard tube.

The Linq Hotel. ticketmaster.com

Blue Man Group One of the Strip’s longest-running shows, this blend of percussive music, humor, mime and food is a surreal experience from start to finish in the most wonderful way possible. This is a fantastic example of how music unites us. If you feel the need to dance, don’t worry—it’s completely expected of you.

Carlos Santana photo by Roberto Finizio, Soul of Motown courtesy photo Carrot Top and Jen Kramer photos by Christopher DeVargas

BattleBots: DestructA-Thon Odds are you’ve caught this extremely popular “sport” on TV over the years, and trust us: It’s so much more fun live! Watch some of the best-designed mechanical warriors ever created duke it out.

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Resorts World Las Vegas.

702 676.6963

Paris Las Vegas. 702.944.4224

Caesars Palace. 702.785.6628

PLAN YOUR PERFECT DAY Junior’s For breakfast, find two-egg platters with home fries, grits or tomato, toast and bacon, ham or sausage; omelets; classic eggs Benedict plus smoked salmon Benedict; steak and eggs with a 6-ounce New York strip steak; French toast, griddlecakes and cocktails like the Junior’s Bloody Mary.

Mon Ami Gabi A great place for lunch, this Stripside restaurant features a patio across from the Fountains of Bellagio, and dishes like the croque monsieur with ham, Gruyère cheese and Mornay sauce; a mushroom tarte tatin with Madeira cream sauce; and deviled eggs with smoked white fish caviar and a black pepper aioli.

Nobu Celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa opened his first Nobu in Vegas in 1995, and in 2013 introduced what was the largest Nobu in the world, along with the first Nobu hotel.

Enjoy sushi and sashimi choices like yellowtail sashimi with jalapeño, wagyu tacos and big eye tuna crispy rice. There is even a great vegan menu.

Dry-Aged Tomahawk

ONE BITE

At BOA Steakhouse, an impressive, inventive California import in the Grand Canal Shoppes, enjoy this signature Creekstone Farms 21day dry-aged tomahawk for two—so flavorful (and huge!). Other great options include the 15-day dry-aged ribeye, wagyu cigars with black garlic yuzu aioli and chili crisp, and goat cheese baklava.

The Venetian Resort. boasteak.com

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Le Cirque This celebrated French restaurant offers two degustation menus, with a four-course menu ($265 per person plus tax and gratuity) featuring choices like California rabbit and wagyu filet mignon; and an eight-course menu ($395 per person plus tax and gratuity) with grilled wild venison and roasted Long Island duck (both available with wine pairings).

Bellagio. 702.693.8100

Wally’s Wine & Spirits At this California import, order a selection off the caviar and cheese menu like Wally’s Reserve osetra (from $230-$1,800) with a premium spirit, like the recommended Remy Martin Cognac Louis XIII (from $163-$650), or go big (literally) with a whole roasted chicken ($109) or 48-ounce dry-aged bone-in tomahawk ($300).

Resorts World Las Vegas. 702.676.6966

BOA Steakhouse photo by John Troxell, Genting Palace courtesy photo Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse photo courtesy of Caesars Entertainment/Michael Rudin

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GLOBAL

Genting Palace Old-world glamour, Cantonese cuisine, seafood and dim sum.

Resorts World Las Vegas.

702.676.8888

Brasserie B Parisian Steakhouse Bobby Flay’s French-inspired dishes.

Caesars Palace. 866.227.5938

Morimoto Las Vegas The famous Japanese cuisine.

MGM Grand. 702.891.3001

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Off the Strip

BITES & BEATS

Vic & Anthony’s Get things started with delightful appetizers like steak tartare, featuring filet mignon and served with puffed rice chips, pickled shallots and a horseradish aioli, all topped with a cured egg yolk. For a main, the 20-ounce chateaubriand or the lobster mac and cheese, prepared with a 5-ounce lobster tail, cavatappi pasta and lobster cheese sauce, will both thrill you.

Golden Nugget.

702.386.8399 1228 Main Order delights such as the croissant French toast, a ham and Gruyère croissant sandwich, or a rustic grilled cheese on sourdough (two types of cheddar) and tomato soup. Especially amazing is the crème brulée croissant, with caramelized vanilla custard. Snag a loaf of bread, muffins or pastries while you’re there.

1228 S. Main St. 702.602.0531 Thief & Butcher This new steakhouse from Carson Kitchen owner Cory Harwell features steakhouse faves with a twist, developed by chef Scott Simon. Enjoy peanut butter bacon, steelhead trout, sausage rigatoni, ribeyes and banana cream pie with Nutter Butter crust. Oh, yeah!

8670 W. Sunset Road, Ste. H100.

702.665.6315.

Mayfair Supper Club This vibrant restaurant overlooking Bellagio Lake recently got a new nightclub vibe, produced by Outside the Box Amusements. Expect several chapters of live music, choreography, acrobatics and more, plus new menu items like the caviar frites—fried potato petals with caviar, crème fraîche and lemon; and Dover sole Veronique with brown butter, grapes and capers.

Bellagio. 702.693.8876

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Gymkhana Executive chef Srikant Kumar leads the kitchen in this trendy Vegas import, offering signatures like tandoori masala lamb chops, chicken butter masala and venison biryani. For the first time, Gymkhana has beef on its menu, with wagyu keema naan and beef short rib pepper fry. Plus, enjoy an exclusive goan lobster curry created for Vegas.

Aria. aria.mgmresorts.com

Gymkhana photo by AVABLU Morimoto Las Vegas photo courtesy of MGM Resorts International

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Insider Tips Who remembers vinyl?

If you remember the days of turntables and records, now there’s a place that brings back those vibes, Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den and its weekly party, High Fidelity Fridays. Don’t miss DJs spinning oldschool style!

Resorts World Las Vegas. rwlasvegas.com

Thursday, Jan. 22 DJ Pauly D

Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand

Nightlife Redefined Dancing underneath the 11-ton kinetic chandelier at Omnia nightclub is an only-in-Vegas experience you can’t pass up! This 75,000-square-foot, multilevel club also offers posh VIP booths, world-renowned DJs, an intimate lounge experience and aerialist servers that descend from the ceiling to deliver bottles to your table.

Caesars Palace. 702.785.6200

Friday, Jan. 23 Zedd

LIVE MUSIC Good county eats might be the draw, but the star here is the live country music every day on two different stages at the four-story Ole Red Las Vegas.

Up-and-coming bands, local favorite performers and A-list stars (you never know who might pop up onstage) play the main stage inside and the Ghost Stage up on the vibing rooftop lounge with some truly spectacular views.

Horseshoe Las Vegas.

702.967.4222

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Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace

Friday, Jan. 23 Rick Ross

Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World Las Vegas

Off the Strip Moody, dark and witchy are the groovy vibes at Dark Sister. This craft cocktail bar offers apothecary- and zodiac-inspired drinks along with alternative music and offerings like tarot card readings and workshops for candle making, magic spells and vision boards.

1410 S. Main St. darksisterlv.com With the iconic and vintage Vegas Vickie neon sign overseeing all the boozy fun, Vegas Vickie’s Cocktail Lounge is a must-visit for photos and handcrafted cocktails.

It offers an impressive menu of elevated and unique cocktails like the Grandissimo Espresso Martini, made with tequila infused with Madagascar vanilla bean, cold brew liqueur, espresso, saffron and gold leaf.

Circa Resort & Casino.

702.247.2258

Omnia photo by Sammy Dean

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WHERE TO PLAY Live music and drink specials are available every day at Level Up, but the real fun comes with the games you can play at this adults-only lounge. Arcade games, shuffleboard, billiards and more combine with the Virtual Reality Powered by Zero Latency arena, where you can virtually fight zombies or explore magical lands.

MGM Grand. 877.800.0880

Games and cocktails pair up at Arcade at Horseshoe. Craft cocktails and beers on tap are available in the 21+-only bar area.

When you’re done drinking a cocktail or two, have some fun playing more than 90 different games including VR adventures, pinball, Skee-Ball and modern consoles.

Every Wednesday all games are half off!

Horseshoe Las Vegas. 702.967.4222

ONE SIP

Enjoy two fun-filled mini golf courses at PopStroke. The mini-golf adventure features synthetic fairways, tricky bunkers and rough patches, so it makes for a fun competition among friends. When done playing, enjoy specialty cocktails. Winter hot picks include the spiked hot cocoa and sugar cookie martini.

Town Square. 702.680.0105

Now You Know Where the Secrets Spots Are

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Head to Proper Eats Food Hall and look for the Easy Donuts stall. If it’s after 5 p.m., look for the small podium and guests seemingly walking through a wall that opens. This is where you’ll find the speakeasy Easy’s Cocktail Lounge, an intimate space with live music and showstopping cocktails, all set in a bougie atmosphere.

Aria. easysvegas.com

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By day, guests can sit at Nomikai’s sushi bar, but when the sun sets, look for the door to the left and a small hostess stand. You’ll need to make a reservation for Nomikai’s speakeasy, but it’s so worth checking out for its cocktails like the Ube Espresso Martini (it’s to die for!), made with Haku vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew, ube and sweet milk.

The Venetian Resort. 702.414.3474

Behind one of the vending machines inside Luchini is the hidden lounge of Chez Bippy. It opens at 6 p.m. (Ask a server at the restaurant how to get in.) Once inside, you’ll enjoy a dark-lit space dripping in opulence. Cocktails here are made with high-end spirits and fresh-made mixers, syrups and garnishes.

MGM Grand. 702.891.7600

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You’ll easily spot the lounge of Caspian’s Rock & Roe, but check out that huge painting of a captain—did you know it opens into the secret speakeasy? It’s a late-night, high-energy hang with live music, cocktails and bumps of caviar.

Enjoy themed nights like ’80s rock ’n’ roll.

Caesars Palace. caspianslv.com

Rick Ross courtesy photo, DJ Pauly D, Zedd and Nomikai photos by Christopher DeVargas

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Fashion Forward

ALL THE SHOPS

A 1.2-mile stretch of retail, Miracle Mile Shops offers plenty of fashion from head to toe for the whole family as well as trending brands in accessories, collectibles, beauty and more. More than 150 retailers combine with Stripside restaurants and bars along with free attractions like the Lost City Show.

Planet Hollywood. 702.866.0703

BLVD Las Vegas Trendy brands like Adidas and Pandora combine with unique eateries.

3747 Las Vegas Blvd. S. blvdlasvegas.com

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Las Vegas North Premium Outlets Up to 65% off brands.

875 S. Grand Central Pkwy. 702.474.7500

What’s New Vancouver-based women’s clothing and lifestyle brand Aritzia recently opened an outlet shop in Las Vegas.

High-quality materials combine with ultimate comfort and luxury for women’s clothing with styles for comfort, work and play. Aritzia style advisors and signature styling suites will be available at the destination, helping clients find the perfect outfit.

Las Vegas North Premium Outlets.

702.474.7500

Puma recently opened its second flagship store in Las Vegas and upped the ante in retail experiences.

Guests to the 25,000-squarefoot store can browse multiple levels of fashion, including only-inVegas designs, as well as play in the Puma interactive arcade with racing games and golf simulators, as well as customize apparel at the instore studio.

BLVD Las Vegas. blvdlasvegas. com

Nostalgic candy brands line the walls of Rocket Fizz Soda & Candy Shop. The newly opened shop offers all the sugary goodness you remember from yesteryear, including a massive selection of saltwater taffy.

Viral candy and snacks are also available, as well as a wide selection of unique sodas with flavors like pickle and peanut butter and jelly.

Miracle Mile Shops. rocketfizz.com

To the Nines Ready-to-wear footwear, accessories and denim are just some of the unique pieces you’ll find at the Stockholm-based Acne Studios. The only location in the state, the luxury brand provides cutting-edge, contemporary fashions using custom-developed fabrics and expert tailoring to create statement pieces and eclectic styles.

The Shops at Crystals. 702.590.9299

FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas A variety of boutique and department stores.

3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.784.7000

The Shoppes at Mandalay Place Retailers, dining and bars.

Mandalay Bay. 702.632.9333

Downtown Container Park Open-air center built out of shipping containers.

707 Fremont Street.

702.359.9982

Photo by Christopher DeVargas

Showbiz Weekly Health & Beauty

WORK IT OUT Canyon Ranch Spa + Fitness

Mani/Pedi Manscaping For a truly old-school experience, head to the Speakeasy Barbershop. You’ll find a full lineup of the classic treatments— shave ($65), haircut ($55), beard trim ($30, clippers only), line-up ($11, clippers and straight razor), facial ($25) and scalp therapy ($25).

El Cortez. 702.385.5200

Get your fitness on with the 40-foot Rock Climbing Wall, where you can book 20 or 50 minutes.

The Venetian Resort.

702.414.3610 or venetianlasvegas.com

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Bellagio Fitness Center Enjoy free weights, elliptical machines and fitness classes ($55 per session).

Bellagio.

702.693.7472

Golden Nugget Fitness Center Go for your personal best on a treadmill while enjoying great downtown views.

Golden Nugget.

702.385.7111

Amina Spa For the ultimate in massage nirvana, opt for the 80-minute Amina Custom Massage. Experts spend plenty of time applying the right amount of pressure—deep tissue, traditional or a softer touch—to the areas that need it the most. You can also add on aromatherapy, fire and ice muscle relief or a scalp massage for an additional fee.

SAHARA Las Vegas. saharalasvegas.com

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Four Seasons Spa Choose from services that can last up to 75 minutes. The Aroma Oasis manicure lets you choose the scent you soak your nails in, as well as the scrub and lotion used during your service. The Rescue Me pedicure includes a rich mud scrub combining notes of coffee and sarsaparilla.

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas.

702.632.7777

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Fitness Studio Take advantage of plenty of cardio machines with personal plasma TV and music options.

SAHARA Las Vegas.

702.737.2111

Voie Spa & Salon The manicure and pedicure packages here run the gamut, and all are guaranteed to have your hands and feet feeling their best. Try the CBD and lavender-infused manicure (from $95) that uses a CBD-infused coffee exfoliation and an eco-hydration treatment. Or opt for the Winder Wonderland pedicure (from $110) that uses holiday aromas and festive nail hues.

Paris Las Vegas.

702.946.4366

Oleksandra Spa & Salon Is your face in need of some ultimate pampering? Try Modern Face, a holistic approach to facial rejuvenation that eschews the use of neurotoxins in favor of hands-only face massage, intra-oral buccal massage, Gua Sha and EMS to reshape facial contours, promote lymphatic drainage and support a healthy complexion.

Treasure Island. 702.894.7474

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The Wizard of Oz at Sphere One of the most beloved films of all time has been turned into one of the most mind-blowing cinematic experiences of all time. Through 4D technology, artificial intelligence and the Sphere’s immense video and audio capabilities, this 1939 film comes alive before your eyes. No matter how many times you’ve watched this classic, you’ll feel like you’re seeing it for the first time.

255 Sands Ave. thesphere.com

Play Playground Feel like a kid again at this 15,000-square-foot destination that features life-sized versions of the games you enjoyed when you were young. The latest addition is Duck Duck Boom!, where two rotating boom arms try to knock you off your feet in a 30-footby-30-foot arena. There’s also two bar areas to enjoy a drink. Turn off your phone for a few hours and enjoy!

Luxor, 16+. playplayground.com

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The FRIENDS™ Experience Celebrate one of the most successful sitcoms of all time at this interactive attraction that features costumes, a timeline of dating scenarios, graphic, a wealth of trivia and re-creations of famous locales, from the fountain in the credits to “The One in Vegas,” where the gang heads to a Sin City chapel.

MGM Grand. friendstheexperience.com

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Allegiant Stadium Tours This hourlong walking tour has many stops along the way, like the Level 200 suites, containing personal VIP areas for Vegas bigwigs, including Raiders owner Mark Davis.

(Fun fact: Davis’ suite is where you’ll find the only white stadium seating out of all of Allegiant Stadium’s 65,000 seats!)

3333 Al Davis Way. allegiantstadium. com/tours or 800.724.3377

Swing the Day Away

There’s simply no end to the fun at Topgolf Las Vegas, an all-in-one entertainment facility that features dozens of hitting bays, indoor viewing areas for sports and a great menu for snacking.

4627 Koval Lane. 702.933.8458

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Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition We’re guessing you’ve seen the film (more than once). Now take an even deeper dive into one of history’s most famous disasters. More than 250 artifacts are on display, plus re-creations of the ship’s cabins and Grand Staircase.

Luxor. 702.262.4400

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Showbiz Weekly Attractions

Off the Strip Gray Line If you want to see the sights, and you want someone else to do the driving (or the flying), then a guided tour is what you want. Gray Line offers a range of tours throughout the Southwest that depart right from Vegas.

Visit Hoover Dam, Grand Canyon and Lake Mead on sightseeing tours led by trained guides. Air, land and water adventures are all available. Free hotel pickup and return.

680 E. Pilot Road. 702.739.7777 Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden Go on a selfguided factory tour and see how the proverbial magic is made and then check out the spacious retail store with cases and cases filled with individual, specially made chocolates—it’s like browsing through a buffet of goodness.

2 Cactus Garden Drive. 702.435.2608 Nevada State Museum Explore the fascinating natural and anthropological past of Nevada and its neighbors at this everchanging history hub.

The 70,000-square-foot facility contains everything from a Flamingo share purchased by Bugsy Siegel to Howard Hughes’ enema bag!

309 S. Valley View Blvd. lasvegasnvmuseum.org

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Adventuredome This indoor theme park features top attractions plus some circus acts Circus Circus. 702.794.3939

The Big Apple Coaster This ride twists and dives around and through the center of the hotel.

New York-New York. 702.740.6969

FLY LINQ Zipline Soar over the Linq Promenade at speeds up to 35 mph.

The Linq Promenade. 702.777.2782

F1 Arcade Feel the rush of the race with this attraction’s high-tech simulator games.

The Forum Shops. f1arcade.com

FlyOver Las Vegas Take flight and explore the world in a whole new way.

3771 Las Vegas Blvd. 866.498.2023

Skydive Las Vegas Mojave Desert views will leave you breathless, especially while free-falling.

1401 Airport Road, 18+. 702.759.3483

Play Dates The Cove Bar & Arcade There’s no end to the fun to be had at this 7,367-square-foot space.

Bring the kids (all children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult) to enjoy simulations of golf, soccer, football and much more, as well as virtual reality games like King Kong of Skull Island.

There’s also air hockey, claw machines, champion shuffleboard, foosball and classic arcade games like Pac-Man’s Pixel Bash.

Treasure Island. treasureisland.com

FREE Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens This incredible space that changes with the seasons (all under the watchful eye of designer Ed Libby and the Bellagio horticultural team) features flowers, special structures and so much more. Currently you can view its Lunar New Year installation, which is on display until Feb. 28. You can also reserve the Garden Table, featuring dinner and brunch menus.

Bellagio. 702.693.7111

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HOT PICK

Games to Try Baccarat: In this card game, try to determine and bet on which players’ hands, or the dealer’s hand, come closest to a total of nine (not over).

Roulette: Bet on which slot a ball will drop into; or split bets on numbers, colors or even/odd numbers.

WATCH & WAGER

Craps: If you’ve never played this dice game, a class can ensure a fun night at the tables.

Stadium Swim

Luxury Scene At The Venetian Resort, high-limit gaming comes in multiple forms, with an elegant room on the Venetian side of the resort with more than 100 slot machines. On the Palazzo side lies the sleek high limit-gaming room with areas for table games like baccarat, blackjack and more than 60 slot machines, plus a sweet bar.

866.725.2990

BINGO! Arizona Charlie’s Decatur This property’s huge bingo room on the second level features odd-hour sessions starting at 9 a.m. with the last session of the day starting at 11 p.m. There’s tons of seating, and players receive up to two free drinks per session. Prices start at $4, with paper, portable and stationary electronic machines (device fee extra). Side games are also available.

740 S. Decatur Blvd.

702.258.5200

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Like to watch sports poolside? This rooftop pool complex features a 40-foot-tall high-def screen, plus tons of seating; the capacity is 4,000.

There’s plenty of food and drink, too.

Circa Resort & Casino. 702.247.2258

Yahoo Sportsbook powered by William Hill This venue features a 1,700-foot screen, a bar and lounge with tabletop gaming and plenty of tables, private fan caves and areas with plush seating.

The Venetian Resort. 855.754.1200

Resorts World Sportsbook Adjacent to Dawg House Saloon & Sports Book’s restaurant and bar, with massive screens and couches, plus betting windows on one side.

Resorts World Las Vegas.

702.676.6964

BetMGM Sportsbook This cozy venue features overstuffed armchairs, couches and 220-inch TVs, plus multiple betting kiosks.

Aria. 702.590.7111

Ante Up! Aria Poker Room Sit down for a variety of daily no-limit hold ’em or pot limit Omaha hi cash games with buyins starting at $100, or try your hand at a tournament at this 23-table room near the resort’s sportsbook. The resort also periodically hosts special tournaments as well.

In addition, a snack bar and self-parking are close to the poker room as well.

Aria. aria.mgmresorts.com Golden Nugget Poker Room If you think this room looks familiar, you may have seen it on High Stakes Poker or Poker After Dark. The nonsmoking room features 13 tables with comfy seating, low lighting and a variety of no-limit hold ’em cash games daily. And there are tournaments scheduled for extra excitement.

Golden Nugget.

702.385.7111

The Venetian Resort courtesy photo, Stadium Swim photo by Christopher DeVargas

Showbiz Weekly Resources

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GOLF

Limousine/Coach Rentals AWG 702.740.3434 Bell Trans 702.739.7990 Kaptyn 702.688.7351 Presidential Limo 702.731.5577

Curaleaf One of the top health and wellness cannabis operators in the United States offers a variety of inventive products. 1736 Las Vegas Blvd.

Serket Looking for a solid challenge? This layout tests even the best. golfserket.com

S., 21+. curaleaf.com

The Legacy Golf Club In Henderson, this par-72 course stretches 7,168 yards. thelegacygc.com

Medizin Shop top-quality products from an everchanging catalog. 4850 W. Sunset Road, No.

Rental Cars Alamo 844.354.6962 Budget 800.331.1212 Dollar Rent a Car 866.434.2226 Enterprise 800.736.8222 Fox Rent a Car 702.964.1320 Hertz 800.654.3131 National 800.227.7368 Payless Car Rental 800.729.5377 Sixt 888.749.8227 Thrifty 800.367.2277

Bear’s Best Las Vegas This 18-hole course was designed by Jack Nicklaus. 702.804.8500

130. 702.248.0346

MedMen First-class facilities offering the latest in marijuana products. 823 S. 3rd St.,

recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.527.7685; 4503 Paradise Road, recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.405.8597

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Oasis Cannabis Dispensary This 24-hour marijuana dispensary serves the community with quality cannabis products. 1800 Industrial Road,

Royal Wedding Chapel Celebrate your special day inside the retro Thunderbird Boutique Hotel, which offers three romantic venues for those nuptials. Wedding

Suite 180, 21+. 702.420.2405

Trams Bellagio-CityCenter-Park MGM Stops at Crystals and Aria. 8 a.m.-4 a.m. daily, every seven minutes

Planet 13 Medical and recreational cannabis, plus cannabis extracts and infused products. a.m.-3 a.m. daily, 2548 W. Desert Inn Road, 9

Excalibur-Luxor-Mandalay Bay 10 a.m.-

midnight, daily, every three to seven minutes

packages starting at $99 plus fees, 1215 Las Vegas Blvd. S. 702.780.0555

recreational 21+, medical 18+. 702.815.1313

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