Leslie Ventura
Story Archive
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Noise
Don’t even think about skipping Life Is Beautiful’s three headliners
Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018 Stick around for The Weeknd, Florence + The Machine and Arcade Fire.
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Print
Chef José Andrés releases book about disaster in Puerto Rico
Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018 Two days after chef José Andrés released his book, We Fed an Island: The True Story of Rebuilding Puerto Rico, One Meal at a Time, President Donald Trump denied that an estimated 2,975 Puerto Rican American citizens died as a result of Hurricane Maria—a statistic that was reported by researchers at George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health.
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Taste
Bruno’s Taco Bar gives you more reasons to eat your favorite dish
Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018 It focuses on seven filings—steak, baja fish, calabacita, short rib, potato chorizo, carnitas and chicken al pastor—that can be served on your choice of handmade corn or flour tortillas, or a lettuce wrap.
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A&E
Send Noodles offers casual Asian food at the Palms
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018 It takes inspiration from Mandarin, Cantonese, Szechuan, Japanese, Korean and Thai cuisines.
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Print
Storyteller and drummer James Norman’s collected poetry evokes a hard-lived nomadic life
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018 He’ll celebrate the release of Fire Escapes September 10 at the Bunkhouse.
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Noise
Shakira shines during MGM Grand Garden show despite lackluster sound
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018 The MGM arena's PA sounded hampered through most of the 20-plus song set, during which the Colombian superstar nonetheless performed exceptionally.
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A&E
A day in the nightlife: Saint Clair packs a lot into her pre-show routine
Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 When the SKAM Artist is in Las Vegas for her residency with More Coin at Hyde Bellagio, she starts her day at One Kick’s Gym before getting back to the grind.
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A&E
Try Gäbi for the coffee and pastries, stay for the cultural immersion
Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018 Take off your shoes and sit on a giant wooden staircase in the back, or find a spot on a swinging sofa before satisfying your sweet tooth with a lychee rose cake.
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Taste
A fresh duo looks to further expand CraftHaus’ offerings
Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018 Look out for three new beers scheduled for mid-September, along with some seasonal one-offs soon.
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Noise
Mercy Music’s intense new album brings the Vegas trio closer to its goals
Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018 “If you were to yell at yourself from outside yourself, that’s the theme of the record … if you could hate yourself in the third person.”
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Noise
Local spin: New releases from Vegas acts The Acid Sisters, Rabid Young and Youth Fables
Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018 Two LPs and one EP to keep you busy through summer’s end and beyond.
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A&E
The breakfast-focused Stove gets off to a fast start in Henderson
Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018 For starters, you can’t go wrong with the PB&J biscuit or the salmon and Kaluga caviar duo.
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News
How to stay hydrated in the desert, beyond water
Sunday, Aug. 5, 2018 Whether you’ve lived here for 10 years or are just passing through, you know Las Vegas gets hot—triple-digit-degrees-for-weeks hot.
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Taste
VeggiEAT Xpress takes plant-based cooking to the next level
Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018 If you’re a meat eater trying out a more plant-based diet, opt for banh mi sandwiches like the vegan chicken or grilled mushroom.
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A&E
LA’s Houston brothers sprinkle the Strip with Downtown for new Park MGM venue On the Record
Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018 The new space will feature four themed rooms, a speakeasy bar and a fully functional record store.
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A&E
Cowabunga Bay complements its water rides with bands—and beats
Thursday, July 26, 2018 The four-week Swim + Sound concert series will bring a variety of genres to the park.
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Print
The Juhl, ‘The Believer’ and others join forces for an ambitious writer-in-residence program
Thursday, July 12, 2018 “We’re trying to build the idea that this is another literary destination.”
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News
Taxi drivers continue to boycott the Strip ... on some days
Thursday, July 5, 2018 In the continued fight to maintain a strong presence along the Strip, Las Vegas taxi drivers have banded together under the name “Vegas Drivers Unite” to boycott different ...
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Noise
Albums we’ve liked in 2018: ‘Hank Wood and the Hammerheads’
Thursday, July 5, 2018 Imagine James Brown fronting a hardcore band.
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A&E
Cafe Sanuki serves up a vast array of Japanese udon
Thursday, July 5, 2018 Try the nabiyaki udon, which fuses niku beef udon and traditional kake udon—and adds a giant tempura shrimp and soft-boiled egg for good measure.
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Noise
Janelle Monáe delivers a spirited set of affirmation at the Pearl
Thursday, June 28, 2018 The celebrated singer/actress enthralls a capacity audience with her dance moves, wardrobe changes, backing band and calls for unity and empowerment.
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A&E
Electric Safari heats up at the Flamingo
Thursday, June 28, 2018 The resort pool recently unveiled the summer lineup for its LGBT-focused party.
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Noise
Downtown’s Ninja Karaoke aims to be a hub for hip-hop, dance and positivity
Thursday, June 28, 2018 It’s also the new home of the Human Experience open mic, a daily karaoke open mic and a dance battle every First Friday.
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A&E
SkinnyFats’ Valleywide expansion continues
Thursday, June 28, 2018 Two more locations are set to open this year: in Lyfe Kitchen’s old space at the District and at Stephanie and American Pacific.
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A&E
Neon Museum begins offering self-guided tours
Thursday, June 28, 2018 Tickets cost $19 and give visitors the ability to browse the outdoor bonyeyard without an online reservation.
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A&E
Robert Solano brings his popular Bomb Tacos Downtown
Thursday, June 21, 2018 “I’m not adding mayos or mustards or vinegars that don’t belong. It’s very basic, and that’s what people like about it.”
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A&E
Food Network’s Katsuji Tanabe adds new flavor to Hussong’s Cantina
Thursday, June 14, 2018 Blending cultures and cuisines has always been at the heart of what he does.
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A&E
How to get the most from your Restaurant Week
Thursday, June 14, 2018 Running June 18-29 this year, it provides affordable opportunities to dine at spots you’ve always wanted to try, with a portion of the proceeds going to Three Square to help provide meals to those in need.
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A&E
The updated pool at the Linq offers easy summer vibes
Thursday, June 14, 2018 Not only does it provide free entry to all guests every day of the week, it has affordable cabanas and drinks, plus live entertainment.
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Noise
Blink-182 talks new residency, super-fast songs and bad decisions
Wednesday, June 13, 2018 Bassist/co-vocalist Mark Hoppus also discusses Twitter outrage and what goes into making a setlist.
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A&E
Downtown’s Jammyland grooves through its Jamaican-inspired fare
Thursday, June 7, 2018 Plus a warm and inviting patio, friendly staff and a kick-ass drink menu.
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A&E
Exploring the Underground, the Mob Museum’s Prohibition-era bar
Thursday, June 7, 2018 Modeled after a Prohibition-era speakeasy, here you can learn about the past through drinking it.
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Art
County Commissioners address recent art controversy
Wednesday, June 6, 2018 What kind of parameters should be set for the display of art in Clark County's public spaces? County commissioners considered new guidelines.
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Fine Art
Vegas-made conceptual art needs all the friends it can get
Thursday, May 31, 2018 Local artists are flummoxed by the sudden, County-ordered closure of Cory McMahon’s experimental art show.
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A&E
Wale returns to Hard Rock’s Rehab
Thursday, May 31, 2018 The D.C. rapper rolls into Vegas on a hot streak
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Noise
Punk Rock Bowling founders respond to NOFX slam on October 1 victims
Wednesday, May 30, 2018 Festival tries to distance itself from notorious punk singer/bassist Fat Mike, who insulted victims of the Route 99 Harvest Festival shooting during his band's set.
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Noise
Breaking down day 3 of Punk Rock Bowling
Wednesday, May 30, 2018 Highlights included a history-heavy set from Crass, an ebullient Against Me!, a strangely preachy X and an inspired set from At The Drive-In.
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A&E
Le Thai’s second spot looks to lessen lines at the original
Thursday, May 24, 2018 Le Thai’s full menu has made it over to Le Thai 2.
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News
Want a dog, but only part-time? There's an app for that
Friday, May 18, 2018 Let's Share a Dog helps dog lovers with difficult schedules find pets to care for dogs without owning them.
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A&E
Cockroach Theater has lots of good stuff happening
Thursday, May 17, 2018 The Arts District-based company celebrates its 15th anniversary this year.
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Taste
All the famous chefs and fantastic food from the 12th-annual Vegas Uncork’d
Monday, May 14, 2018 From the Grand Tasting at Caesars Palace to Picnic at the Park to Black Tap at Venetian, we were all over the big Strip food fest.
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News
Community forum discusses homelessness in the Las Vegas Valley
Friday, May 11, 2018 Can the private and public sectors work together to help alleviate homelessness in Las Vegas?
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Noise
Four new Vegas albums to hear right now
Thursday, May 10, 2018 David Hopkins, Trade Vorhees, Ted Rader and The Lique.
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News
Trump’s sex trafficking bills create greater risks for workers, some say
Thursday, May 10, 2018 Rather than taking down websites that give sex workers agency, camera model Anna Lim said the decriminalization and regulation of the industry, similar to marijuana, is the best way to keep people safe.
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A&E
Persian paradise: Discover the homey, flavorful fare of American Gypsy Cafe
Thursday, May 3, 2018 Koobideh—a kabob made of ground chicken or beef and seasoned with salt, pepper and onion powder—is a must-try.
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News
Farewell, Fort Apache caves
Friday, April 27, 2018 The Nevada Division of Minerals has filled almost 40 caves because of safety concerns.
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A&E
Michael Mina Bellagio gets back to the Aqua approach
Thursday, April 26, 2018 The focus is the market list menu, which includes charcoal-grilled shellfish, spice-crusted and whole-fried branzino.
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Noise
Emerge, Day 3: Quick meals, hot soul and Twin Shadow on Rhye
Thursday, April 12, 2018 The last day of the Emerge Music + Impact festival was a mixed bag, but it contained more good stuff than bad.