Launching
with a spectacular music, fireworks and light show and culminating with a
concert headlined by Diana Ross, The Palazzo Las Vegas—the new $1.9 billion
luxury resort from Las Vegas Sands Corporation celebrated its grand opening
the weekend of January 17, 2008 with a star-studded series of special events.
Celebrities, VIP guests and media from around the country joined Las Vegas
Sands executives for the historic occasion as the first new resort on the
Las Vegas strip in nearly three years officially opened.
“This
was a celebration not only of the
opening of the most luxurious new resort on the Strip, but, when combined
with The
Venetian and the Sands Expo Center, the culmination of a vision to create
the most compelling destination in all of Las Vegas,” said Rob Goldstein,
president and chief operating officer of The Palazzo. “The excitement,
energy and positive response throughout the weekend provided a fitting
opening for what is the new standard for luxury and sophistication in Las
Vegas.”
This
includes some of the most incredible restaurants either opened now or open
soon in
Palazzo,
which cements Las Vegas’ reputation as one of the dining capitals of the
world. Some of the restaurants open now include Mario Batali’s Carnevino,
Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro, Jade Dim Sum Noodles, Grand Lux Cafe,
Espressamente illy, Double Helix Wine Bar and Jay Z’s 40/40 Club. Some other
remarkable restaurants in Palazzo include culinary celebrities Wolfgang
Puck, Emeril Lagasse, Charlie Trotter, and other celebrity chefs who add to
the prestige of dining in Las Vegas. Over 30 restaurants are expected to
open with eight James Beard award-winning chefs.
Some
of the restaurants include:
40/40 Club by
Jay-Z is called an All-American sports bar and lounge, which includes an
upscale “bar food” menu including Buttermilk Coconut Gambas, Fried shrimp
with green chili basil sauce, Latin Spiced Shrimp Cocktail served on ice
with fresh horseradish & avocado sauce and 40/40 Club Burgers made of Black
angus burgers on home-baked buns with shaved purple onions, lettuce, tomato
and special sauce.
Partners Chef Mario Batali and winemaker Joe Bastianich opened their first
steakhouse,
Carnevino in Palazzo. The name combines two elements of high-quality
American meat, and
an international wine list. The restaurant's grand, dramatic spaces includes
16 ft. ceilings, Italian marble and wood touches designed in the scope and
the style of a classic Italian villa. The menu features fresh and modern
Italian cuisine with traditional steakhouse classics.
The menu includes hand cut Steak Tartare Piemonte Style, Pappardelle with
"Porcini Trifolati," and classic house-aged beef steaks, rubbed with a blend
of sea salt, black pepper and fresh rosemary to achieve a slightly charred
crust. In addition, there are veal, pork and lamb dishes plus daily specials
of poultry and seafood and twelve delicious vegetable side dishes.
Hours
of Operation
Lunch:
12pm-3pm
Dinner: 5pm-11pm
Telephone: (702) 789-4141
www.carnevino.com
Master Chef
and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck is bringing his critically acclaimed,
award-winning restaurant CUT to Las Vegas. The Beverly Hills, super-chic
steakhouse will open at The Palazzo in February 2008. CUT will mark the
sixth fine dining restaurant in Las Vegas from the Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining
Group, recognized as a leader in revolutionizing the dining landscape of the
city.
CUT
will present a contemporary twist on the classic steakhouse. From USDA Prime
Nebraska
corn-fed, 35-day dry-aged steaks to true Japanese Wagyu Beef, CUT will cater
to true steak connoisseurs. Guests also will enjoy a wide array of entrees
such as the Kobe Beef Short Ribs, Lobster & Crab “Louis” Cocktail with Spicy
Tomato-Horseradish and Roasted Wild French Turbot “French Riviera” Style for
two. Guests will find the same top-quality steaks as the original CUT plus a
few new additions specifically created for the Las Vegas menu.
Canyon
Ranch Café is a part of Canyon Ranch, a spa dedicated to the well-being of
body and mind. The café will feature healthy fare.
Dal
Toro and Lamborghini Las Vegas bring to the Palazzo the finest Italian
cuisine surrounded by the greatest sports cars in the world.
Dos
Caminos is authentic Mexican cuisine with Chef Scott Linquist, author of the
new cookbook, “Mod Mex.” The smooth dips, banana chips, specialty drinks
only highlight the exquisite entrees which are not your typical “Mexican
Food.”
Double
Helix Bar features fine wines from around the world. A unique preservation
system facilitates the offering of highly sought-after wines not usually
poured by the glass. With a wide variety of champagnes and flights of wine,
Double Helix is poised to become a trendy Las Vegas spot.
Espressamente
illy wants to create the art of the Italian café culture and the ultimate
coffee experience. With over 150 coffee bars in more than 22 countries,
Espressamente illy offers most premium coffee beverages, a variety of
pastries and bakery selections, gourmet breakfast and lunch Panini, soups
and salads. Also, this is first American bar to serve 54 flavors of artisan
made gelato, made to order dessert crepes as well as a European chocolatier
creating bon bons, truffles and chocolate dipped fruits. Espressamente
illy's innovative design by internationally renowned architect Lucca Trazzi
enhances a truly memorable authentic Italian experience.
The
creators of The Cheesecake Factory bring Grand Lux Café, blending the
grandeur and luxury of European cafes with the sensibilities and spirit of
an all-American restaurant. Grand Lux Cafe offers unique global cuisine in
an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere. With entrees ranging from our
Asian-inspired Miso Glazed Salmon, to our mouth-watering Chicken Madeira and
authentic Specialty Pastas, Grand Lux Cafe's expansive menu features
"Something that everyone will love." There is the signature Chocolate Molten
Cake and New Orleans Beignets for dessert. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will
be served daily.
Jade
Dim Sum Noodles will offer authentic Asian noodle dishes and remarkable dim
sum. From acclaimed Chef Simon To, recipient of the prestigious blue ribbon
by the Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts and the genius behind the
exclusive Paiza Club, Jade melds traditional dishes with the exotic, simple
with the extravagant in a comfortable, contemporary ambience. Drawing from
Cantonese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, Szechwan and other Asian cooking styles,
Chef Simon To has created a menu that’s tempting to both the casual and
adventurous diner. From the Rare Filet Mignon Noodle Soup and Abalone and
Chicken Congee to the Singapore-Style Pan-Fried Crab with Chili and Steamed
Lobster in Garlic Sauce, every dish is from the acclaimed kitchens of Asia.
Mainland is Progressive Asian, noodles concept with Pacific Rim influences.
Morels
French Steakhouse & Bistro offers a new dining experience in Las Vegas, with
Executive Chef Eric Bauer merging steak with other unique culinary aspects,
including an iced seafood bar, a cheese and charcuterie bar with more than
30 farmhouse and artisinal cheeses from around the world along with handmade
salamis and meats, complemented by a more than 60 wine-by-the-glass menu and
more than 400 varieties of French and California wine.
Steaks
include both wet- and dry-aged, as well as Japanese A-5 Wagyu. The
steakhouse also offers a delectable array of desserts ranging from a trio of
crème brulees to an assortment of gourmet macaroons with assorted house-made
preserves served from a table-side cart.
Master
Mixologist Livio Lauro created tasty and colorful handcrafted cocktails only
available at Morels. The steakhouse includes a plush lounge and outdoor
patio seating providing stunning views of the Las Vegas Strip. The
11,500-square-foot restaurant seats more than 300 guests and includes two
private dining rooms. Private dining and banquet facilities are available.
For
reservations, call 702-607-6333.
Brunch
served 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.
Restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Monday
– Thursday
Restaurant: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Lounge open until midnight
Friday
Restaurant: 11 a.m. – midnight
Lounge open until 2 a.m.
Saturday
Restaurant: 10 a.m. – midnight
Lounge open until 2 a.m.
Sunday
Restaurant: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Lounge open until midnight
Restaurant Charlie with Chef Charlie Trotter will be largely focused on
seafood focused while honoring the hallmarks of Chef Trotter's style –
seasonally driven, organic, culinary preparations which honor the subtle
nuances of each ingredient as a component to the overall dish.
Sushi
Samba combines Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian cuisine. Blending
influences of Peru, Brazil and Asia, sushi creations will also be offered.
Table
10 by Emeril Lagasse is the new American eatery by Chef Emeril Lagasse.
Named after an iconic table at Lagasse’s flagship restaurant Emeril’s in New
Orleans, Table 10 expresses the creativity and energy shared during the
restaurant’s formative years, along with the spirit of hospitality that is
universal to all restaurateurs. A diversity of flavors, the menu reflects
the close relationships Emeril has cultivated with farmers, fishermen and
ranchers – all of which shaped his unmistakable food philosophy.
Woo is
Pan-Asian cuisine offering its blend of Chinese dishes, enhanced by Japanese
and California influences. The Woo family wants their name to become
synonymous with this unique cuisine.
All I
can say is enjoy The Palazzo. I will be writing about individual
restaurants throughout the year and give you insight on some of these
incredible dining experiences. The website for The Palazzo is
www.palazzolasvegas.com
