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SAMMY'S WOODFIRED PIZZA & GRILL ANNOUNCES NEW MENU ITEMS

Sammy's Woodfired Pizza & Grill has added new items to its menu, including more vegan and gluten-free options.

New menu items include Japanese-style chicken meatballs, Royal Hawaiian pizza, Shrimp & Gritz, chilled vegetable salad and red quinoa salad.

Sammy's locations in the Las Vegas Valley are at 6500 W. Sahara Ave., 227-6000; 9516 W. Flamingo Road, 638-9500; 7160 N. Durango Drive, 365-7777; 4300 E. Sunset Road, 450-6664; and 7345 Arroyo Crossing Parkway, 263-7171.

STATION CASINOS PLANS LOBSTER BAKE SPECIAL IN AUGUST

Station Casinos plans to offer a lobster bake for $21.99 during August at The Broiler at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave., and Boulder Station, 4111 Boulder Highway; Sonoma Cellar at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road; Austins at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane; Fuego at Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway; the Charcoal Room at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive; and MRKT at Aliante Station, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The meal features a whole lobster with smoked sausage, steamed red potatoes, corn and drawn butter.

For more information, visit sclv.com.

ISLANDS FEATURING LONDON OLYMPICS-THEMED DRINK THROUGH AUG. 12

Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks, 10810 W. Charleston Blvd., is offering an I-Shandy drink for $2.95 during lunch during the Olympic Games through Aug. 12. The drink is a blend of lemonade, mango and beer.

SANGRIAS AND TAPAS CLASS SET FOR AUG. 7 AT FERGUSON GALLERY

Les Kincaid, host of the radio wine show "Wines Du Jour," plans to host a Sangrias & Tapas class from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Ferguson Bath & Kitchen Gallery, 4175 S. Grand Canyon Drive, No. 109.

The cost is $49 per person (cash or check only). To make a reservation, email les@leskincaid.com.

Kincaid plans to host a class on corn Aug. 14 and one on light vegetarian meals Aug. 21, both from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Ferguson. For more information, call 871-5145.

GRIMALDI'S PIZZERIA OPENS IN THE SHOPPES AT THE PALAZZO

Grimaldi's Pizzeria has opened a location on the second floor of The Shoppes at the Palazzo, 3327 Las Vegas Blvd. South.

The menu features salads, pizzas, calzones and desserts, along with an extensive wine list and a full bar.

Lunch and dinner is served. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily.

For more information, visit grimaldispizzeria.com.

D LAS VEGAS ANNOUNCES LOBSTER PALOOZA, BBQ BONE-O-RAMA

The D Las Vegas, 301 Fremont St., has introduced Lobster Palooza and BBQ Bone-O-Rama at the Courtyard Grill, with menu items starting under $10.

Lobster Palooza features lobster Benedict, lobster sliders, lobster tacos, lobster quesadilla, lobster artichoke dip, lobster tail and shrimp scampi, lobster tail and fried shrimp, lobster tail and rib-eye steak, and choose-your-own lobster bar.

BBQ Bone-O-Rama features ribs prepared three ways (KC, Mongolian and Carolina), rib and shrimp combo, rib and lobster combo, rib and backed chicken combo, and ribs and wings.

The Courtyard Grill is open from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information, visit thed.com.

GET LOCO HOUR SPECIALS ALL DAY FRIDAY AT EL SEGUNDO SOL

El Segundo Sol at Fashion Show Mall, 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to offer Loco Hour specials all day Friday.

Specials include $5 loaded nachos, $5 beef or chicken quesadillas and $4 cheese quesadillas. The Strip Frozen Margarita will be $5 and is available in strawberry, prickly pear or mango. Tequila shots will be $3 each.

For more information, call 258-1211.

RÍ RÁ PLANS TWEETUP FOR INTERNATIONAL BEER DAY WEEKEND FRIDAY

Rí Rá in The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host a Tweetup event from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday in honor of International Beer Day weekend.

Those attending will receive a free pint and complimentary appetizers. The first 15 guests will receive a free beer flight. Raffle prizes are also planned.

RSVP is required and can be made by visiting twtvite.com/rirabeerday.

LAGASSE'S STADIUM HOSTING GRILLING CLASSES

Lagasse's Stadium at The Palazzo, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is hosting a series of grilling classes with chef de cuisine Scott Pajak.

The classes take place at 6 p.m. in a private luxury box with demos and grilling techniques. Guests can try the fire-roasted creations, paired with specialty cocktails.

The Aug. 10 class will feature appetizers of ham hock with black bean chili and baked oysters, paired with a Watermelon Crawl with rum, watermelon, Sprite and pineapple juice. Entrees will be grilled brats and grilled pork loin on bourbon mashed potatoes, paired with a Side Car featuring cognac, triple sec, sour mix and a splash of Rose's Lime.

The Aug. 24 class will feature appetizers of shrimp and Creole Parmesan cheese sauce with grilled asparagus and charred beef and creamy Brie cheese risotto with chive oil, paired with a margarita with Patron Silver, Cointreau and sour mix. Entrees will be Bloody Mary-marinated chicken breast, herb-roasted Yukon Gold potatoes, haricot vert and grilled pork loin on Andouille sausage and cornbread stuffing, paired with a Rusty Nail featuring scotch and Drambuie.

Each class is $60 per person. Space is limited. To make a reservation, call 607-2665.

GILLEY'S SALOON PLANS BENEFIT FOR HELP OF SOUTHERN NEVADA

Gilley's Saloon, Dance hall & Bar-B-Que at Treasure Island, 3300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host a Boot Scootin' Benefit for HELP of Southern Nevada from 1 to 5 p.m. Aug. 11.

Line-dancing teams are invited to compete in a line-dancing marathon. They will be treated to two-for-one deals on draft beers and cocktails (except for premium brands) and $5 appetizers such as Texas nachos grande, Buffalo chicken wings, barbecue pulled pork sliders, onion rings and Southern-style chicken tenders.

Entertainment also is set to include psychic readings and mechanical bull riding. Prizes will be awarded to line dancing teams of up to six people each for best dancer, best costume, worst dancer and the team that can dance the longest. Pirates and Sirens from "The Sirens of TI" outdoor show will be on hand.

Entry fee is $25, and participants receive a free raffle ticket and drink. The event is open to those 12 or older.

For more information, contact Abby Quinn at aquinn@helpsonv.org or call 836-2130.

ROY'S WINE CLUB TO MEET

Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine, 620 E. Flamingo Road, plans to host a waina hui (wine club) tasting from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 17.

Each tasting features a sampling of Roy's signature appetizers. Members receive a wine glass, an invitation to all wine club events, an invitation to Roy's select seasonal events, a 10 percent reduction on bottled wine purchased at Roy's and reduced pricing for select Roy's wine dinners.

The cost to attend a tasting is $20 for wine club members and $25 for nonmembers.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 691-2053.

SAMMY'S GIVING KIDS FREE MESSY SUNDAES FOR READING

All five Las Vegas Valley Sammy's Woodfired Pizza & Grill locations are offering a free Messy Sundae to children 12 or younger who read and list eight books on a Reading is Rewarding card.

The card must include a teacher's or parent's signature. One card will be offered per table and one offer per party of four or fewer.

The promotion is available through Aug. 31. Sammy's locations are at 6500 W. Sahara Ave., 227-6000; 9516 W. Flamingo Road, 638-9500; 7160 N. Durango Drive, 365-7777; 4300 E. Sunset Road, 450-6664; and 7345 Arroyo Crossing Parkway, 263-7171.

LAGASSE'S STADIUM ANNOUNCES BEER PAIRING MENU, BEER DINNER

Lagasse's Stadium at The Palazzo, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South, has introduced a summer beer pairing menu available through August.

Pairings include chilled melon soup with blue crabmeat and lemon gremolatta and citrus gastrique, paired with Samuel Adams Summer Ale for $14. Another pairing is tortilla-crusted fish tacos, paired with Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy for $16.

Oyster & Beer Fridays feature $1.50 oyster specials and a variety of domestic draft beer specials for $4 and import drafts for $5.

RAMPART CASINO AND JW MARRIOTT PROPERTIES ANNOUNCE DINING SPECIALS

The Carmel Room inside the Rampart Casino at the Resort at Summerlin, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., and Ceres inside JW Marriott have introduced a daily $24.99 smoked rib-eye dinner special that includes a choice of side dish.

For more information and reservations at The Carmel Room, call 507-5955.

Ceres also is offering a $29.99 three-course menu with seasonal ingredients.

For more information and reservations at Ceres, call 869-7381.

MARIE CALLENDER'S RESTAURANTS OFFERING BACKYARD BBQ & PIE COMBOS

Marie Callender's Restaurant & Bakery is offering Backyard BBQ & Pie Combos, featuring a choice of one of three barbecue entrees or the build-your-own barbecue platter, served with a slice of pie.

Entree choices are barbecue turkey sliders for $9.99, pulled pork sandwich for $10.99 or tri-tip salad for $12.99.

The build-your-own barbecue platter is $15.99 and offers two barbeuce options (tri-tip, grilled shrimp skewer, barbecue ribs, barbecue-filled chicken breast or chicken tenders), sides (mac n' cheese, barbecue baked beans, sweet potato fries, coleslaw, potato salad, french fries or loaded mashed potatoes) and a slice of pie.

For more information and to find a location near you, visit mcpies.com.

ENJOY SPECIALTY STEAK AND SANGRIA MENUS AT FLEMING'S

A different specialty steak menu with optional sangria pairing is being offered every two weeks through August at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 8721 W. Charleston Blvd.

Each meal is $39.95 and includes a specialty steak, a salad and a dessert. Meals can be paired with a specially blended sangria for $7.95.

Through Aug. 12, the steak is prime New York strip with sweet and spicy rub, paired with South Seas Sangria.

Aug. 13-26, the steak is prime New York strip with crispy Gorgonzola, paired with Sailors Sunset Sangria.

For reservations, call 838-4774.

FLEMING'S SERVING PRIME RIB SPECIAL SUNDAYS THROUGH SEPT. 2

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 8721 W. Charleston Blvd., is offering a three-course prime rib dinner Sundays through Sept. 2.

The meal features a 12-ounce prime rib served with a trio of sauces, choice of The Wedge, Fleming's or Caesar salad, one side dish (from 10 selections) and one housemade dessert (from seven selections).

The cost is $29.95 per guest. B.R. Cohn Cabernet Sauvignon will be $40 per bottle.

For reservations, call 838-4774.