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April 6, April 27, May 4, May 25, Sept 7, Sept. 21, Oct. 12 and Oct. 26
New Vista has announced its schedule of wine walks being held at Town Square (April 27, May 25, September 7 and October 26) and at The Village, Lake Las Vegas (April 6, May 4, September 21 and October 12). The wine walks will begin at 7 p.m. and conclude at 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, and include a wine glass and up to 20 different wines for sampling. All proceeds benefit New Vista Community, a local charity that provides programs to adults and children with intellectual challenges. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.winewalklv.com or call 702-457-4677 ext. 33.
 
May 22
Cantina Laredo at Tivoli Village will partner with Chamucos Tequila for a four-course dinner. Cocktail service will begin at 6:30 p.m., and dinner will follow at 7 p.m. with courses including crab-corn quesadilla topped with habañero mango ginger salsa; Guadalajara tomatillo guajillo soup; choice of grilled halibut or grilled black peppercorn filet; and dessert of homemade coconut ice cream served on a bed of toasted coconut, topped with fresh mango and raspberry sauce. Mark Howard, President of Chamucos Tequila, will be speaking about the process of creating each unique tequila label and the distinctive characteristics of the individual liquors. The cost is $49.99 and reservations will be accepted through May 20. To reserve, call 702-202-4511. Cantina Laredo, 430 S. Rampart Blvd, Suite 110, Las Vegas, NV 89145, 702-202-4511.
 
May 24
The Grotto at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino will host a Cosentino Wine Dinner from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Pairings include antipasto flatbread with a Cosentino Novelist; salmon mousse stuffed prawn with fried polenta, matched with Cosentino Chardonnay; seared halibut and wild mushroom hash, paired with a Cosentino Cabernet Franc; pan-roasted duck with black cherry glaze, matched with Cosentino Cabernet Sauvignon; and mustard-rubbed lamb rack with balsamic mint demi-glace, with Cosentino's  The Poet. The cost is $100, plus tax and gratuity. To reserve, call 702-386-8341. The Grotto, Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89101, 702-386-8341.
 
May 31
Vic & Anthony's at the Golden Nugget will host a wine pairing dinner featuring Hill Family Estate wines. Pairings include black tiger prawn and blue crab cocktail with a 2012 Sauvignon Blanc; sesame-crusted ahi and polenta with the 2010 Carly’s Chardonnay; domestic wagyu tartare with the 2010 Clarke Syrah; domestic wagyu rib eye medallion and fingerling lobster hash with a 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon; and dessert of white chocolate zabaglione dark chocolate ganache, fresh berries and chantilly cream with the 2011 Late Harvest Chardonnay. The dinner will begin at 6 p.m., and the cost is $120 per person, plus tax and service charge. To reserve, call 702-386-8399. Vic & Anthony's, Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 129 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV 89101, 702-385-7111.
 
June 7
Andre’s Restaurant & Lounge at Monte Carlo Resort and Casino announces the return of popular wine dinner series, La Joie du Vin. The first event of the series will be held Friday, June 7 with a welcome reception at 6:30 p.m followed by dinner service at 7 p.m. For this special dinner, chef de cuisine Chris Bulen will create an impressive five-course menu featuring rhubarb, a vegetable commonly found in tarts and pies. Tickets are limited for this decadent dinner and are priced at $125. For further information and to learn more about future dates for the La Joie du Vin wine dinner series, visit www.Andrelv.com or call 702-798-7151. Andre's Monte Carlo, Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-798-7151.
 
June 8
The Epicurean Epicenter Series at Bellagio will continue with a wine-pairing dinner featuring Sensi’s chef Royden Ellamar and ZD Wines. Chef Ellamar will prepare and demonstrate a four-course dinner and will be joined by Bellagio’s master sommelier Jason Smith, who will present each wine being paired. The dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Tuscany Demonstration Kitchen, which features three cameras positioned above the prep stations and stovetops, which broadcast the chef’s preparation over 60-inch plasma screens. All-inclusive tickets are $150 and can be purchased online at www.bellagio.com or by calling the Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7171. Bellagio, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-693-7111, 888-987-6667.
 
June 13
The East Las Vegas Valley Chapter of the American Wine Society will hold its next monthly tasting at the Veil pavilion at the Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Rosé wines from around the world made from Grenache, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Malbec grapes will be tasted. A cash-only tasting fee for members is $8 per person or $15 per couple, and $13 per person for non-members. Guests need to bring their own wine glass and an appetizer and wine to share with the group. To RSVP, visit www.elvvaws.org/events.html. Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge, 3333 Blue Diamond Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89139, 702-263-7777, 866-946-4373.
 

Tuesday through Thursday
Twin Creeks Steakhouse at the Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge is offering half price on specialty cocktails and all items from its tapas menu from 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Twin Creeks Steakhouse, Silverton Casino Hotel Lodge, 3333 Blue Diamond Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89139, 702-914-8594, 866-946-4373.
 
Wednesdays
Andre’s at Monte Carlo has brought back Whisk(e)y Wednesdays. Held inside its 2nd-floor Cigar Lounge, the 2013 spring version offers weekly showcases of different flights, pours and whiskeys. The unlimited two-hour tastings cost $25 in advance or $35 at the door, and are offered from 7 p.m.-closing. Andre’s at Monte Carlo, Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-798-7151.
 
Third Wednesdays
The Bellagio, home to a record 17 sommeliers and the only resort in the world with three Master Sommeliers, is presenting A Master Sommelier’s Wine Classroom, a series of interactive, 90-minute seminars. Each class explores the production of eight wines, including the specific soil used in planting grapevines, climatic effects on the grapes’ growth and nuances of the wine’s flavor profile. Classes are held at 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month at Michael Mina Bellagio, and are led by Bellagio’s director of wine and master sommelier Jason Smith. Tickets are priced at $80 or $200 for a three-class package and may be purchased at www.bellagio.com or by calling the Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7117. Bellagio, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-693-7111, 888-987-6667.
 
Second Wednesdays
Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing is being held at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) on the second Wednesday of every month from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. The event will feature art from BGFA’s new exhibit, “Warhol Out West,” along with pairings from the Bellagio wine cellar. At 6 p.m., there will be an interactive wine and art conversation with BGFA director Tarissa Tiberti and Bellagio director of wine Jason Smith. The cost is $30 for members and $38 for non-members. Tickets may be purchased by visiting the BGFA ticket counter or calling 877-957-9777. Bellagio, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-693-7111, 888-987-6667.
 
Third Wednesdays
Wine Away Wednesdays are held at various locations within Tivoli Village from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. Admission to the event is $13.65, which includes two glasses of wine, passed appetizers and the opportunity to browse offerings from local businesses. Tickets must be booked in advance at www.eventbrite.com.
 
Wednesday through Saturday
The Hostile Grape inside the M Resort is hosting complimentary wine tastings Wednesdays through Saturday from 5 p.m.-6 p.m. 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 guests to sample from several different wines. Hostile Grape, M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Henderson, NV 89044, 702-797-1000.
 
Monthly, on Thursdays
Hyde Bellagio, overlooking The Fountains of Bellagio,  is hosting “Vino Thursdays,” a series of complimentary wine tastings held one Thursday every month from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Gourmet small plates from Circo are available to order until 9 p.m. Admission is free, and guests must be 21 or older. For more information, future dates or to reserve a table, call 702-693-8700. Hyde Bellagio, Bellagio, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-693-8700, 888-987-6667.
 
Thursdays
N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort is offering 50 percent off its wine list on Thursdays from 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m., when ordering by the bottle. The offer is available throughout the winter months and applies to its list of more than 1,000 selections. N9NE Steakhouse, Palms Casino Resort, 4321 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89103, 702-933-9900.
 
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 & 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, 1570 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. 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
Marche Bacchus hosts free wine tastings every Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tasting notes for each wine are provided. Marche Bacchus, Lakeside Center, 2620 Regatta Dr., Ste. 106, Las Vegas, NV 89128, 702-804-8008.
 

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