James Beard Award winner Shawn McClain has confirmed that he will open a restaurant at Sahara this fall as part of a $150 million transformation of the resort.
Heidi Knapp Rinella

Heidi Knapp Rinella is an award-winning journalist with more than 35 years of experience as a writer and editor at newspapers in Ohio, Florida and Nevada, and is the author of seven books. She’s been with the Review-Journal as a feature writer and food critic since October 1999.
Pinkbox owners Stephen and Judith Siegel open their fourth location. This time, it has a drive-thru, plenty of pink graphics for Instagram photos — and doughnuts.
Brunches return, new eateries open and diners can take a Passport to Italy with four-course dinners and demonstrations.
Becca’s Restaurant & Lounge, Casa Calavera, Al Solito Posto, Ada’s Wine Bar and Project BBQ expand options for those who want to dine in the great outdoors.
Vegas Golden Knights fans who sign a contract with the pizzamakers can get a sign marking the Little Caesars NHL Hockey Room and free Crazy Bread for the season.
Attention, all you Easter-celebrating peeps out there: Local spots are marking the holiday with marshmallow Peeps-centric cocktails.
Jamie Tran, chef/owner of The Black Sheep, isn’t exactly your typical extroverted TV chef, but she says her experience on Bravo’s “Top Chef” was a positive one overall.
The latest venture from nightlife impresario Ryan Labbe’s 81/82 Group will bring natural elements indoors as it honors the cultural heritage of Mexico.
Restaurants on the Las Vegas Strip and off — some of which have never offered Easter brunch before — plan a varied menu, and Champagne and cocktails, too.
The Henderson Artisan Booze District offers a passport while Smoke & Fire opens for indoor dining.
For its Victory Lap Challenge, Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews at Town Square stacks patty melts, a grilled cheese, burger patties, fried eggs, wings and a whole lot more.
Raiders Tavern & Grill at M Resort, to be located off the casino floor at M Resort in Henderson, will offer an extensive menu from stadium favorites to entrees.
With state-mandated capacity limits increasing to 50 percent and St. Patrick’s Day and March Madness celebrations, more people are returning to local restaurants.
Pools, day club and event lawn will add elements of nature, touches of sun and fun to five of the Virgin Las Vegas restaurants.
Seven local restaurants are participating in Black Restaurant Week through Sunday, while Bugsy & Meyer’s honors woman bourbon pioneer and Fieri opens ghost kitchens.




