Archive for August, 2010

Congrats, Vanessa Marcil-Giovinazzo!

August 11 2010No Commented

Categorized Under: CELEBS + MUSIC + MOVIES

Read the news about Vanessa Marcil returning to General Hospital today–and her recent wedding–and it inspired me to repost the fun cover story I did with her a few years ago. Congrats, Vanessa!
Click on the cover below to download the full article!

What The Boozer Saw: Tony Abou-Ganim and the Nightclub & Bar Show

August 11 2010No Commented

Categorized Under: FOOD + CHEFS, LAS VEGAS, WINE + SPIRITS

Here’s a Gonzo-ish take on one of my first full immersions into the world of spirits marketing: the annual Nightclub & Bar Show… click to enlarge:

Return of the Jedi: Payard Dinner Preview

August 8 2010No Commented

Categorized Under: FOOD + CHEFS, LAS VEGAS

I’ve been a fan of François Payard’s Patisserie and Bistro since the day the acclaimed French pattissier and chef came to town three years ago. Producing fine European pastries, gelatos, crepes and chocolates in large quantities is enough of an achievement, but Payard–who has strong competition in town in that regard–ambitiously added an intimate jewelbox [...]

Max Brenner: The Man, The Myth, The Chocolate

August 5 2010No Commented

Categorized Under: FOOD + CHEFS, LAS VEGAS

In honor of the Grand Opening of Max Brenner in Las Vegas today (Forum Shops at Caesars Palace), I thought I’d post some pics from the preview party a few nights ago (I took all the crummy ones), as well as link to my lengthy profile piece on Max in the July issue of DAVID [...]