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April 14 & 28, May 19, September 1 & 15, October 6 & 27
New Vista has announced its schedule of wine walks being held at Town Square (April 14, May 19, September 15 and October 27) and at The Village, Lake Las Vegas (April 28, September 1 and October 6). 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, a sampling ticket and up to 20 different wine tastes. All proceeds benefit New Vista Community, a local charity that provides programs to adults and children with intellectual challenges in Southern Nevada. For more information, other dates and to purchase tickets, visit www.winewalklv.com or call 702-457-4677 ext. 33.
June 2
The 3rd Annual Springs Preserve Brews & Blues Festival will be held from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Springs Preserve, featuring unlimited sampling of microbrews and live blues from four different bands. Admission is $35 in advance and includes a souvenir glass for the first 2,000 guests. Advance ticket holders also receive early admission at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at www.vegasbrewsandblues.com or at the Springs Preserve box office. Day-of-event tickets are $40. Tickets are limited, so pre-buying is recommended to avoid getting turned away at the door.
June 30
The next Epicurean Epicenter Series event at Bellagio will feature a pairing of barbecue and beer. Bellagio executive chef Edmund Wong will demonstrate the art of good barbecue paired with an assortment of craft beer. The lunch will begin at noon in the Tuscany demonstration kitchen, which features three cameras positioned above the prep stations and stove tops broadcasting the chef’s preparations over 60-inch plasma screens mounted above the cooking area. All-inclusive tickets are $88, and can be purchased by calling 702-693-7075. Bellagio, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109, 702-693-7111, 888-987-6667.
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 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.
Second Wednesdays
Art & Wine: A Perfect Pairing is being held at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (BGFA) the second Wednesday of every month from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. The event features art from BGFA’s new exhibit, “Claude Monet: Impressions of Light,” 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.
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.
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