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February 11
Ventano Italian Corner & Oyster Bar will spotlight the products of Cakebread Cellars with a five-course wine dinner, which begins promptly at 6 p.m. Courses include pan-seared ahi tuna and butterscotch baked apple with a 2008 reserve Chardonnay; steamed Maine lobster with a 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon; and roasted tenderloin of beef with a 2008 “Dancing Bear” Cabernet Sauvignon. The cost is $114, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 702-944-4848 or by emailing winedinner@ventanoitalian.com. Ventano Italian Corner & Oyster Bar, 141 S. Arroyo Grande Blvd., Henderson, NV 89012, 702-944-4848.
February 11
Southern Nevada Public Television's 23rd Annual Splendor in the Glass Wine & Beer Tasting will be held at the Hilton Center of the LVH-Las Vegas Hotel & Casino from 3 p.m.-7 p.m. The fundraiser for Vegas PBS will feature a guest appearance by Julian Serrano, executive chef of Picasso at the Bellagio and Julian Serrano at Aria, samples from 60 wineries and breweries, a live wine auction, a silent auction and live jazz. Tickets cost $75 in advance and $90 at the door, and can be purchased by visiting http://www.vegaspbs.org/index.aspx?NID=385 or by calling 702-799-1010 ext. 5361. LVH-Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, 3000 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-732-5111, 800-732-7117.
Wednesdays
La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway at Wynn Las Vegas is hosting "tasting hour" on Wednesdays from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Open to the public and complimentary, it provides those who are slightly intimidated about wine or just want to try something new an intimate space with wine professionals to taste and ask questions. Light accompaniments are also provided. La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway, Wynn Las Vegas, 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-770-7375.
Tuesday through Saturday
Twin Creeks Steakhouse at the Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge is offering half price on specialty cocktails and all items from its new tapas menu from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The restaurant also features live music Thursday evenings. Twin Creeks Steakhouse, Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge, 3333 Blue Diamond Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89139, 702-914-8594, 866-946-4373.
Thursdays
Complimentary wine tastings are being offered at the Las Vegas Wine Company every Thursday from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. A variety of wines are served at each tasting, and after 8:30, guests can bring in or purchase a bottle of wine for tasting. The store is located at the intersection of Jones and Tropicana. Las Vegas Wine Company, 6105 W. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89103, 702-893-8466.
Thursdays
NOVE Italiano is offering a new happy hour menu, featuring $7 small plates, as well as specially priced cocktails and wines in the bar and lounge from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. every Thursday. The menu highlights fan favorites such as prosciutto di parma sliders, Tuscan panzanella salad and margherita pizza. Several signature cocktails are offered for $7, including the "pomagranita," a combination of Ketel One Oranje, POM, Pama liqueur and simple syrup. NOVE Italiano, Palms Casino Resort, Fantasy Tower, 4321 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89103, 702-942-6800.
Fridays
The Hostile Grape inside the M Resort is hosting weekly complimentary wine tastings on Fridays from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. A partnership with Rock 'n Roll Wine, the traditional wine tasting is paired with live entertainment of emerging artists with sets at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. There is no cover charge for the event. The Hostile Grape offers more than 160 wines by the glass including vintages from America, Italy, France, Spain, South Africa and Germany. Guests purchase a pre-paid tasting card and serve themselves through an enomatic dispensing system, which offers pours of one-, three- or five-ounces, allowing one to sample from several different wines. Hostile Grape, M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Henderson, NV 89044, 702-797-1000.
Fridays & Saturdays
Valley Cheese & Wine in Henderson is hosting free wine tastings every Friday from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. and Saturdays from noon-7 p.m. Weekly classes, which includes samples, take place Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. The cost varies from $20-$50, depending on the topic and wine being sampled. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. For a complete schedule visit www.valleycheeseandwine.com and to reserve call 702-341-8191. Valley Cheese & Wine , 1770 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Henderson, NV 89012, 702-341-8191.
Third Fridays
Roy’s on Flamingo Road is holding monthly wine tastings for its Waina Hui wine club on the third Friday of each month. Tastings are held from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m., and include a sampling of wines from around the world and Roy’s signature appetizers. The cost is $20 for members, and $25 for non-members. To reserve, call 702-691-2053. Roy’s
Fridays
Terra Verde Italian restaurant inside Green Valley Ranch is now offering Wined Up Fridays, a wine and appetizer event on Friday evenings. Patrons can sample all-you-can-drink featured wines while enjoying appetizers for only $20 from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Through the end of May, Wined Up Fridays will feature Italian and California wines by Ste. Michelle Winery, and over the course of the summer, wineries such as Santa Cristina by Piero Antinori, Tomaresca, Erath Vineyards, Hawk Crest and Distant Bay will be featured. Appetizers include meatball sliders, garlic fries, crispy ravioli, cheese and fruit trays with crackers and bread, as well as caprese skewers. Terra Verde, Green Valley Ranch, 2300 Paseo Verde Pkwy., Henderson, NV 89052, 702-617-7075.
Fridays
As part of its "Rush Hour" promotion, Onda's wine lounge in The Mirage offers complimentary wine tasting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday. Wine selections vary. Onda, Mirage Las Vegas, 3400 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-791-7354.
Saturdays
La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway at Wynn Las Vegas is hosting Sommelier Night, a forum for professionals to get together to taste, network and learn about wine on Saturday evenings from midnight-3 a.m. Sommeliers and those studying for their certification are warmly welcomed. There is no fee, as participants are asked to bring in a bottle of wine and an open mind. La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway, Wynn Las Vegas, 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-770-7375.
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