When it comes to Italian cuisine, Tuscany has long been a region in Italy known for its rustic, simplistic and fresh flavors—with meats, cheeses and wines serving as the cornerstone of every meal. On the Las Vegas Strip there’s one restaurant holding true to the pillars of Tuscany food and beverage, and that’s Toscana Ristorante & Bar by Eataly.  T...

Las Vegas Italian dining options have expanded with the opening of Spiedini Fiamma Italian Bistro at Rampart Casino. Located in the main promenade that connects JW Marriot and Rampart Casino, Spiedini Fiamma Italian Bistro is centrally located for guests at both properties to enjoy. The menu features robust Italian staples from chef Paula Smagacz l...

Shown at the American Academy in Rome, Iwan Baan’s images are presented simply; there are large, blown-up depictions of aerial-view cityscapes and hoards of tourists at famous landmarks. The architectural photography exhibition, ‘From Las Vegas to Rome’ is layered and enticing, and offers candid frames and fascinating vistas that reveal a dialogue...

The Rampart Casino at the Resort at Summerlin gets overlooked quite often but true locals know the hidden hotspots this place has to offer. The Rampart Casino is associated with the JW Marriott Hotel which offers ultimate vacation packages. Located across from Tivoli Village, at 221 N Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89145, in Summerlin. The award winni...

Fans of Bobby Flay’s Las Vegas enterprises no doubt remember fondly his Mesa Grill at Caesars Palace, for years a beloved Mexican joint that was full of Flay’s personal touches, from the décor to the menu to the waitstaff. And while Mesa Grill is no more (booooo!), in its place is another Flay classic, one that instantly became a go-to spot for foo...

LBX Food Robotics, the leader in hot food vending, and Buddy Valastro, celebrity chef and owner of the world-famous Buddy Valastro Restaurants, today revealed that they partnered to customize Bake Xpress hot food kiosks to serve foods from The Boss Cafe by Buddy Valastro restaurant, which opened in Las Vegas in April. The first two machines are co-...

The San Gennaro Feast returns Wednesday through Sunday at the M Resort in Henderson. The 42nd annual event honors Saint Gennaro, the patron saint of Naples, Italy, and features food vendors, arts and crafts, home exhibits, pony rides and petting zoo, face painters, live music, and carnival rides and games. Hours are 4 to 11 p.m. Wednesday and Thurs...

Chef and restaurateur Shawn McClain’s latest venture, Balla Italian Soul, which he developed with partners Richard and Sarah Camarota, is slated to open at Sahara Las Vegas at the end of the month. The 5,000-square-foot, 120-seat restaurant will feature seasonal vegetable dishes, seafood, pizza, and pasta, much of it from a wood-fired grill, starti...

His room with a view is returning.Vetri Cucina, from celebrated chef Marc Vetri, is scheduled to reopen Nov. 1 on the 56th floor of the Palms. The restaurant is the Las Vegas outpost of the original Vetri Cucina in Philadelphia, often named one of the most influential Italian restaurants in America. The chef, a James Beard Award winner and multiple...

Tuscany Gardens at Tuscany Suites & Casino will take guests’ taste buds on a journey through Italy, from the coastlines into the Tuscan hills, with its “Taste of Italy” wine pairing dinner.  The upcoming Italian wine pairing dinner will feature an over-the-top experience filled with fine dining and wines inspired by distinct Italian regions to be h...