Caesars Entertainment and Nobu Hospitality Have Added Three New Locations in the US

Information courtesy of Caesars Entertainment. Living in Las Vegas, I have been lucky enough to try Nobu numerous times.

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT AND NOBU HOSPITALITY HAVE ADDED THREE NEW LOCATIONS IN THE US

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. and Nobu Hospitality, founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper announced the expansion of its partnership with two new Nobu Hotels and restaurants at Harrah’s New Orleans and Caesars Atlantic City, a Nobu restaurant at Paris Las Vegas and a makeover of the first Nobu Hotel at Caesars Palace Las Vegas.

“We opened our first Nobu Hotel in 2013 at Caesars Palace – breaking the mold and doing something that had never been done before by placing boutique experience inside one of the most iconic resorts on the Strip. We now have expanded the collection around the world, and we have a robust pipeline of destinations in development. We are excited to take this next step in our growing partnership with Caesars,” said Nobu Hospitality founders, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper.

“Our relationship with Nobu has been an unparalleled success in Las Vegas, and as we continue to invest there and in New Orleans and Atlantic City, we felt it was the perfect opportunity to deepen and expand that relationship,” said Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment. “Nobu’s sophisticated elegance is the perfect complement to the multi-million dollar renovation projects we are developing in all three cities, all of which are fast becoming the nation’s top modern sports, gaming and entertainment destinations.”

“Nobu Hospitality and Caesars Entertainment brought to life the world’s first celebrity-branded hotel, setting a new bar for our industry,” said Gary Selesner, President of Caesars Development. “We couldn’t be happier to have the opportunity to raise that bar with Chef Nobu, Robert and Meir. Together, we will create incredible new experiences steeped in Nobu’s signature style and sophistication to Las Vegas, Atlantic City and New Orleans.”

“Our collaboration with Caesars has continued to thrive since the opening of the Nobu Hotel in Las Vegas,” said Trevor Horwell, CEO of Nobu Hospitality. “The addition of these new destinations is naturally the next step in strengthening our alliance and a testament to our brand and business model. As we continue to develop the Nobu brand around the world we welcome new partnerships and look forward to expanding regionally with them.”

*Photo Credits: Artist rendering of the main dining room of Nobu Restaurant and Lounge in New Orleans. Credit Rockwell Group.

Tips for Honeymooning in the Mediterranean

Ainsley Lawrence

You’ve probably been dreaming of a honeymoon featuring white sandy beaches and glimmering yachts. The average honeymoon only lasts a week due to financial and professional restraints, so it’s up to you and your partner to make the most of that time.

Your first vacation as a newlywed is an important one, and the Mediterranean is the picture-perfect place to begin your life together as a married couple. With all the stress of wedding planning, however, honeymoon planning often gets pushed to the side. To maximize your honeymoon experience, consider our top tips for honeymooning in the Mediterranean.

Plan the Details of Your Trip

When it comes to the specifics of your trip, it can be fun to go with the flow, waking up each morning and doing exactly as you please. However, some adventures must be planned for, like yacht charters, cooking classes, and lodging in some areas of Europe during the high season. Most travel planners advise beginning preparations at least six months before the big day if you plan to depart for your honeymoon immediately after.

It’s also smart to plan the timing of your trip. After all, the last thing you want is to arrive at the seaside in Barcelona only to find the waters ice cold and the shores deserted. For optimal weather and the full Mediterranean experience, visit in April through November.

When prepping for your honeymoon, it’s a good idea to prepare your electronics as well. Removing all distractions and unnecessary applications from your phone can help you maximize your time abroad. On the flip side, your phone is your means to communicate with friends and family back home and will also come in handy for making phone calls or handling potential emergencies while on vacation. Plan for international data usage, travel adapters, and security concerns when preparing your phone for vacation.

Create a Budget to Maximize Your Vacation Time

After all the time you’ve spent wedding planning, budget spreadsheets and price lists may make your heart rate soar. However, it’s important to maximize your honeymoon budget, and it doesn’t have to be nearly as stressful as you might think.

When creating a wedding budget, you likely paid attention to your own financial situation, spent time researching several options, tracked your spending, and saved where you could. It’s no different for your honeymoon budget! There are plenty of luxury islands dotting the Mediterranean, but there are also more low-cost, budget-friendly alternatives that are just as beautiful and convenient. Price versus location is always a delicate balance to strike, but when you properly plan both your wedding and honeymoon budgets, it’s easy to maximize your funds.

Consider a Destination Wedding

If a week of sailing around the Mediterranean doesn’t sound like enough of a wedding celebration to you, consider a destination wedding. Increasingly popular, destination weddings involve not just you and your partner but also all of your wedding invitees, including family and friends.

Combining your wedding and honeymoon into one is an unforgettable experience to share with your loved ones. Your wedding pictures will have a beautiful built-in backdrop, and a beachside wedding doesn’t limit you to the shore. There’s a boat, rental house, pier, or lighthouse somewhere in the Mediterranean with your name on it!

Weighing the pros and cons of a beachside wedding will help you and your partner decide if you want to say “I do” in an exotic locale or local venue. Some couples even choose to have a larger, official ceremony closer to home and a smaller, more intimate symbolic ceremony abroad.

Take Advantage of the Sun and Surf

The Mediterranean is famous for its stunning blue waters, and you’d be remiss not to spend time soaking in the sun and sea of the area. Countries like Greece, Italy, Portugal, and Spain repeatedly top the list for European honeymoon destinations, and it’s easy to see why.

These Mediterranean gems offer the perfect place to kick back, relax, and enjoy the sea. Boat outings allow tourists to explore even more of the small islands and coves for which the area is famous. Chartering a boat in Greece, for instance, provides you with the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Santorini from the sea, splash around in secluded coves, go scuba diving, or even zip around in jet skis.

If land-based activities are more your speed, there’s no shortage of offerings there either. Gorgeous mountain terrain allows for splendid hiking opportunities and even extreme sports for adventurous couples. For a more low-key honeymoon, opt for relaxing experiences like a private romantic sunset tour in the Algarve. Exploring Portugal with your lifelong partner is a dream come true, and a gorgeous sunset view from the sea is the cherry on top.

These kinds of experiences can only be had amidst the deep-blue waters of the Mediterranean, with the salty sea air coursing through your hair. Choose the Mediterranean for an unforgettable honeymoon experience, and follow the above tips to enjoy a seamless, well-deserved vacation with your new spouse.

Photo by Khamkéo Vilaysing on Unsplash

Dan and Tom Take 10 With Shonda O’ Neal and Andy Gross

Tamara McClure

Dan Glazer of Comics on Parole and Tom Paris of Savannah Comedy Revue and Take 20 with Tom, interview Andy Gross a.k.a. Split Man before his on-stage appearance at Savannah Comedy Revue.

Comics On Parole SE 4 EP 8 Dexter Tucker

Dan Glazer

Comics on Parole Web TV Series hosted by: Dan Glazer Guests: Actor/Comedian Dexter Tucker, Vanessa Hundley DJ/Host of The AudioPrism Show Spacey Christina, Comedian/ Impressionist Danny Simmons.

Makers & Finders Partners With Chicanos Por La Causa

Shelley Stepanek

I love working with this company, they do a fine job. Hope some of you can make the event.

MAKERS & FINDERS PARTNERS WITH CHICANOS POR LA CAUSA TO LAUNCH SALSA NIGHT

Famous for its menu of inspired Latin cuisine, exceptional craft coffee, innovative cocktails and more, Makers & Finders is announcing the launch of a bi-weekly salsa night, taking place at the Main Street location. It will kick off on October 1. Makers & Finders will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Chicanos Por La Causa, donating 20% of all sales to the organization as part of a partnership for the month.

“We are so excited not only to start offering events and live music for our guests, but to partner such Chicanos Por La Causa, an amazing organization that does so much for our neighbors in Southern Nevada,” said Josh Molina, founder and CEO of Makers & Finders. “My goal has always been for Makers & Finders to be more than a restaurant. We want to offer our guests unique experiences and to give back to our community. Salsa night and the partnership with Chicanos Por La Causa allows us to do just that.”

The event will take place from September 15 – October 15, Makers & Finders has partnered with Chicanos Por La Causa, a group who helps to improve the well-being of low-income residents in Nevada. helping among other things, affordable housing, family support services, parenting education, and homeless resources. In addition to the fundraiser, which will donate 20% of all sales to CPLC and feature a raffle that will give all donors a chance to win a prize box worth $200, Makers & Finders is also offering a $20 three-course brunch menu all month long that will donate $5 from every sale.

Salsa night will feature live music from local salsa group Clave & Cache as well as DJ Raul who will be spinning merengue, salsa, bachata, and cumbia. Each salsa night will feature various food and beverage specials, with the kickoff event offering $8 Caipirinhas and mimosas as well as $5 draft beer.

Makers & Finders at 1120 S. Main Street is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. with extended hours for events such as salsa night. For more information, please visit www.makerslv.com.

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ABOUT MAKERS & FINDERS

Owned by the Molina family, Makers & Finders opened in 2014 in the heart of the burgeoning Arts District. The concept was developed to create a vibrant, upbeat environment where craft coffee, Latin comfort food and hospitality are the program pillars. The setting is brightly lit with unique patterns and positive affirmations throughout the industrial space, providing a lively atmosphere that attracts a large fanbase. This restaurant-meets-coffee bar provides a full-service experience, transforming a coffee shop into a bustling café. Coffee can be handcrafted or quick-serve depending on the visit. All syrups are handmade by trained baristas, making it the most unique specialty latte menu in Las Vegas. Communal connections, co-working and networking are strongly encouraged.

ROMANCING THE PIANO ALA CLAUDE DE BUSSY

William Natale

It was our fourth date.

I had been invited to a party by a co-worker, an attractive woman who worked with me at a television station as a producer of classical music programming.

I initially balked at attending but then thought perhaps my date might enjoy something as simple as a party. We were beginning to CLICK, and I was unabashedly smitten by the woman. She possessed the confidence of a beautiful woman and wasn’t apprehensive about meeting an attractive co-worker. I thought it best to be completely forthright that the one who invited me was someone who I thought might find me attractive as a mate.

I had no idea if she was married, engaged, or dating someone else. I just knew from little signals while working with the woman that she welcomed my attention.

The attractive co-worker was surprised to see me at the door of her condo since I had initially indicated I didn’t think I could make the festivities. She welcomed my date with an enthusiasm that I would have expected from her if my date had been her BFF, if not a sister.

The big news she shared with us as she got provided liquid refreshments that she concocted – making it clear that she was an accomplished bartender as well as a connoisseur of the best in classical pieces – was delivery of a piano, a gift from her father for her birthday – the reason for the party.

I asked her to play something, and she made it clear, “Oh, I haven’t a clue on how to play it. My dad wants me to take lessons which I’ll probably do – but for now, I only stare at it, hoping someone will put it to use.” She then smiled at both me and my date and asked, “Do either of you know how to play?”

I replied, “Yes, but unfortunately, don’t ask me anything contemporary. I had my instructor only teach me the classics.”

“By all means, play something for me and my wonderful guests.” She then turned to the revelers, about a dozen in all who also demanded that I play something.

And so, I took my seat on that bench, wondering what I might play that had an appeal to contemporaries that probably appreciated the work of rock artists and not that of someone from a century before. I decided that there was one artist that transcended time, someone whose music could touch the soul of anyone. The piece to play was “Claire de Lune,” – that much, I was sure.

The cascading notes mesmerized all in the room that night. As it turned out, Claire de Lune was a favorite of my escort for the evening. On our previous dates, I never mentioned that I played the piano. My date was aware that I had been a musician – a drummer in a rock n roll band but had no idea I played any other instruments.

Claire de Lune was a far cry from rock and yet like any good piece of music, it had a vibrancy and a soul that touched one’s inner emotions. When I finished playing, I looked up to see in my date’s eyes tears of joy. She was moved and surprised that I could play the piece with such emotion, such verve, such panache that the look was nothing shy of a look of love.

We wound up at my place that night. We made sweet love to none other than Claude Debussy’s wonderful creation, “Claire de Lune.” We moved to the cascading rolls of notes in a rhythm neither of us would ever have imagined. It was nothing short of two young lovers who decided that they would GO DO GOOD by celebrating their desire to FALL IN LOVE with the help of a soundtrack that magically transported them to that moment when you know you’re with the right person – the love of your life.

I’ll never forget that evening, no matter how long I live.

Thank you, Claude.

For those who would like to hear a great rendition – here is a link: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ea2WoUtbzuw)

William Natale is the author of the children’s book, Woolly Wurm; “1968 – A Story As Relevant Today As It Was Then (based on a true story about two white teens who wind up working in an all-black factory immediately following the assassination of Dr. MLK; and The Resurrection of Boraichee (a story described quirky and clever with a bit of reincarnation as a DOG serves as the narrator about a family suffering from the opioid epidemic) and his latest book to be released by Adelaide Books/NY in October, entitled, “Bliss, Elusive & Unique,” A Collection of Short Stories.

Terry Bradshaw Rocks at the Luxor

Shelley Stepanek

Terry Bradshaw is performing at the Luxor for a 20-show residency.

There have been a few sports celebrities that have tried and failed to break into music entertainment, with Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal coming to mind, but Bradshaw scores an unexpected touchdown.

Designed as a 70-minute show with sports stories and trips down memory lane, the 73-year-old delivered an entertaining 90-minute show and surprised with a strong vocal performance, despite having had a 12-hour work day earlier in the day with Fox Sports in Los Angeles.

Songs included Brooks and Dunn’s “Boot Scoot Boogie” to open the show, Hank Williams’ “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry”, “Bye Bye Love” by the Everly Brothers and the Louisianan was backed by a very good band which included an 88-year-old guitarist still going strong! Anne Martinez performed “Piece of My Heart” by Janis Joplin as strong as the original during Terry’s only short break from the stage. In between those songs were funny stories and comedy from his long career in football and post-football commentator career.

There was a short downside as he did not know how to drop the screen to project a 5-minute montage of TV commercials and talk show clips, instead projecting upon drapes which made viewing them difficult. They will have that corrected in the future, he promised.

Nonetheless, attendees expecting simply an evening with Terry and football stories got much more than they probably expected, and all in all the show was very entertaining. It was a great show, and if you are in town I suggest you come out to see him.

Show times will be 8 p.m. in the Atrium Showroom on the following dates:

September

Thursday, September 9
Sunday, September 12
Sunday, September 19
Sunday, September 26

October

Sunday, October 3
Monday, October 4
Thursday, October 7
Friday, October 8
Sunday, October 10
Monday, October 11
Sunday, October 17
Sunday, October 24
Sunday, October 31

November

Sunday, November 28
Monday, November 29

December

Friday, December 3
Sunday, December 5
Monday, December 6
Sunday, December 12
Sunday, December 19
Sunday, December 26

Tickets are now on sale with prices starting at $65.99 (not including applicable taxes and fees). A meet and greet package also is available for purchase and includes a ticket to the show and autographed photo. Tickets may be purchased at the Luxor box office, online at mgmresorts.com/luxor, or by calling 702.262.4400.

A Rescue Dog Is a Happy Dog

Shelley Stepanek

Nothing better than a rescue dog—you are their world.

Thanks to all the people who drew these cartoons.

A Guide to Finding Your Lifelong Partner

Jasmine Anderson

Many say that you will find your partner when you least hope. As ridiculous as it may seem, it stems from not being desperate to find someone. When you are desperate, you seem more anxious, more eager, and you may be a little too much for a potential partner, as opposed to passive partner seeking. When you are passively seeking a partner, you are much calmer in your quest and do not come off as too eager.

However, making yourself ready to love when you find a partner is a much higher priority than actually finding one. Here is a simple guide on how to find your lifelong partner.

Open yourself to new things

Actively trying to find a new partner can get tiring. Going out to bars, always looking at people, trying to figure them out, asking yourself whether they are single or not; if they are your type apart from a physical appearance, their likes and dislikes… it can be difficult being out there.

However, there is an easier way. Open yourself up to the possibility of online dating.

If you are a busy entrepreneur who simply lacks time to go out and try to meet new people, only to find out that you are polar opposites, a dating agency from Sydney will do that for you.

One of the many perks of online dating is that it saves time. Your profile only matches up to people of similar interest, and those whose lifelong goals can be compatible.

Similar is better

Photo by Manuel Meurisse on Unsplash

While many people perceive that polar opposites attract, it may be correct, but as a short-term relationship. You may learn something new from a completely different person from yourself, but in the long run, being with someone who has similar views on life is a smarter choice.

Being with someone who has strong views that are not so compatible with your own can become tiring—constantly having to explain yourself, and always bickering about who is right.

People who have a corresponding outlook on life will be steadier partners. Say you like to spend your Sundays lounging and doing nothing, while your partner likes hiking—such a simple, yet striking example. A compromise is possible, but it requires a lot of communication, patience, and will, which not many people seem to possess these days.

Be emotionally available

For any relationship to be successful and healthy, you need to work on your relationship with yourself first. How can you expect to love anyone else if you don’t love yourself?

We all carry emotional baggage, from our childhood, and from past relationships. And in order to thrive in any type of romantic commitment, you need to take care of that baggage in a healthy way and not suppress it, hoping it will go away.

To be emotionally stable, and available for your lifelong partner, you need to effectively recognize your problems and work on solving them. Some emotional baggage takes years to shake off, but merely trying to solve it still counts.

Renovate a house together

Photo by Roselyn Tirado on Unsplash

Smart people do not value their partners in good times, but in bad. Even the marriage vows state: In sickness and in health, for better or for worse.

You never know a person until you’ve seen them at their worst. How they approach a problem, what type of reaction they have, how they are at communicating what troubles them, how they treat you — are all the best indicators if the person in question is a suitable partner for the long run.

Renovating a house together will provide you with all the answers — you will have ups and downs, choices to make, money to spend wisely, and if a disaster occurs, it will show you whether you need to get out that door and be thankful the opportunity gave you an insight into your possible future.

If they react to your liking, congratulations — you have a house of your dreams with the person that suits you. If not — good riddance!

Finding a quality partner to walk with you is not always the simplest of tasks. However, you need to remain hopeful and open to new experiences.

*Top photo by Jakob Owens on Unsplash

7 Ways to Get Over a Good Day Hangover

Tamara McClure

A good day hangover, hmmm… what is that? You went out with your best friend and threw a few back? No. My definition of a good day hangover is when the previous day, or days, were so incredibly awesome and you felt so good you thought perhaps you were finally on the right path, or at least living the good life—non-stressed, no complaints, and basking in your own sunshine. And the next day, you are not. You wake up not knowing the date because the world is screwed and you realize it’s still Groundhog Day. You know, the 1993 movie with Bill Murray which was good in its own right, but has probably had more mentions in the last year and a half than it did the entire decade before.

Only this is no movie where we’re loving to hate egotistical weatherman Phil Connors while laughing at Punxsutawney Phil, the adorable groundhog, and cheering when weatherman Phil lets go of his egotism and finally gets the girl.

This is the real life story where we are stuck in our own lives, a bubble if you will, because the news and social media is so mundane and drab you can’t bear to listen to or see the rhetoric anymore. This is the story when you realize it’s two days past your best friend’s birthday and because you didn’t know the date, you didn’t call to wish her a happy birthday; one you haven’t missed in decades. The beginning of my good day hangover.

I’ve had these hangovers before, they’re not fun. To me, they are worse than the usual alcohol-related hangover because with alcohol, you get a headache, a few stomach issues, but then it’s over. Rid the toxins and you get yourself back with a couple aspirin, caffeine, and maybe a little purging.

The toxins associated with the good day hangover, for me anyway, require a lot more than over the counter remedies. These toxins come from the inside and can lead to, or feed into, depression. They require a bit of soul searching and finding ways to climb out of the abyss.

Today, I did it. I came up with seven ways to get out of my head and out of my own Groundhog Day. Read on to see if you may be interested in any of these remedies.

—Take a drive

I realized I could sit at my computer, working, and wallow in self-pity, or I could take my favorite (only) convertible out for a drive and pick up the missing ingredients for dinner. I chose the latter. It was a gorgeous day and driving in the sunshine was the vitamin D I needed.

—Music

While driving back from the food forage, I decided I needed something at home to keep me from diving back into Groundhog Day. The music that immediately came to mind, always a winner, The Greatest Showman soundtrack—it did not disappoint!

—Talk to a good friend

And there it is, she called. My oldest best friend—the one whose birthday I lost in Groundhog Day. She listened to my embarrassing explanation about my slip-up and we talked, for about 45 minutes, in the way that you talk to your oldest friends who you hardly ever see because they live a thousand miles away, but they’re your person forever. By the way, this was the best antidote for the hangover.

—Do something for someone else

I have been thinking about a housewarming gift for another dear friend who just moved to Rhode Island with her new husband, yet I had not pulled the trigger. Why? Because I’m Tamara. But, I digress. I finally settled on an appropriate, wonderful, loving gift for my dear friend and sent it. My heart was even more full.

—Work out

I always find workouts to be the ultimate pick-me-up when I have the doldrums—endorphins. So I went to karate after my phone call and gift buying. My intensity was there and I helped a fellow student with techniques—I felt good. The toxins were definitely disappearing.

—Gratitude

This should be number one, but sometimes I’m blinded by grey. Nevertheless, I drove home from karate thinking about the dinner my love and I would cook, my karate mate I would meet on Friday to work towards his brown belt test, and the fact I needed gas. The gratitude in that moment came when the cashier at Arco, whom I see quite a bit, the one who never smiles, smiled at me when I paid and told her to have a good evening. It’s nice to make other people smile.

—Watching your favorite team win

Okay, this is a bonus. But, when you’re a die-hard, passionate Dodgers fan, this is the cherry on top! You’ve dealt with a good day hangover all day, soul searched, found amazing, wonderful ways to deal with your pain and come out on top, and your team won—yes!

Good day hangovers can come when you least expect them and they make you want to crawl back in bed and pull the covers over your head. The thing is, if you crawl out of the covers, you can very likely find your way out of Groundhog Day.

Photo by Brian Garcia on Unsplash

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CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT AND NOBU HOSPITALITY HAVE ADDED THREE NEW LOCATIONS IN THE US

Plan the Details of Your Trip

Create a Budget to Maximize Your Vacation Time

Consider a Destination Wedding

Take Advantage of the Sun and Surf

MAKERS & FINDERS PARTNERS WITH CHICANOS POR LA CAUSA TO LAUNCH SALSA NIGHT

September

October

November

December

Open yourself to new things

Similar is better

Be emotionally available

Renovate a house together

—Take a drive

—Music

—Talk to a good friend

—Do something for someone else

—Work out

—Gratitude

—Watching your favorite team win

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