Ready for some..Superbowl Winners!


Football? Last night at celebrity hotspot TAO the Superbowl Champions Pittsuburgh Steelers were ready for some celebrating!! In the group group of twenty was of course Ben Roethlisberger including the Steelers’ Willie Colon, Darnell Stapleton and Trai Essex but first they all dined at TAO Asian Bistro, with the hungry athletes devouring most of the menu including Wasabi Filet, Lobster Kimchee Fried Rice, Thai Buddha Chicken and Satay of Miso Glazed Bass. Throughout the meal fans stopped by and they graciously signed autographs! Then it was onto the club where they partied well like...NFL stars as they drank Cristal and Grey Goose.
Photo Credit: Aaron Thompson

Make my steak...Ben Affleck


Well we do not know how he likes his steak...but Actor/Director Ben Affleck was in town last night! Having dinner at the N9NE steakhouse at the Palms. He was with friends/entourage of 15 and was overheard saying he was staying in the Fantasy Tower (those suites are FABULOUS)...then onto the Playboy Club. And what was he wearing?? Affleck was sporting a Boston hat and enjoyed Amstel Light while he was inside the nightclub.


Maybe he was staying in the Director's Suite pictured above??


Taliban may take hostage of karachi


Karachi: Taliban have established secret hideouts in the southern financial hub of Karachi and its militants “could take the city hostage at any point”, according to Pakistani police.

The CID Special Branch of police has highlighted the presence of Taliban in Karachi in a report submitted to the Sindh government and the provincial police chief.

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The Taliban have “huge caches” of weapons and ammunition and “could take the city hostage at any point,” the report said.

The report provides details about secret Taliban hideouts and their presence in areas like Sohrab Goth and Quaidabad.

Besides living in small motels in these areas, the Taliban are hiding in the hills of Manghopir and Orangi town and in other low-income areas and slums, the Daily Times newspaper quoted the police report as saying.

The daily also quoted sources as saying that the deputy chief of the banned Tehrik-e-Taliban, Hasan Mahmood, was hiding in Karachi.

The Muttahida Qaumi Movement, which is part of the coalition government in Sindh province, has often warned authorities that the Taliban had established a presence in Karachi. The Daily Times said the Special Branch report had “terrified” police and security personnel. Recently, personnel of the Anti-Violent Crime Cell had raided a guesthouse in Sohrab Goth but the Taliban apprehended them instead.

The militants were trying to execute the policemen when another police party intervened.

Two policemen were killed in the operation while a SSP and 11 other policemen were seriously injured. Police also arrested eight men who were said to be pro-Taliban militants.

On the directives of the Sindh government, a survey has been conducted of guesthouses across Karachi and senior police officials have asked for surveillance of these facilities.

Source: www.nhatky.in

Aviation Turbine fuel Prices Cut by 7%


New Delhi: State-run fuel retailers on Saturday slashed jet fuel or ATF rates by a further seven percent, making it the 11th reduction since September last year.

Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices in Delhi were slashed by Rs 2,052 per kilolitre to Rs 27,106 per kl, effective midnight tonight, an official of Indian Oil Corp, the nation’s largest fuel retailer, said.

But for the one-off 3.3 percent increase in rates on January 16, jet fuel prices are declining in tandem with the fall in international oil rates.

In Mumbai, home to the nation’s busiest airport, ATF rates were down to Rs 27,861 per kl from Rs 29,985.19 per kl.

The reduction in jet fuel prices announced today varied from airport to airport depending on local taxes and levies and an on average worked out to Rs 2,125 per kl.

ATF prices had peaked to Rs 71,028.26 per kl (in Delhi) in August on international crude prices touching historic high of USD 147 a barrel. But they have since been slashed every month till October and twice in November.

After the 11th reduction, jet fuel are hovering at early 2005 levels.

State-run Indian Oil Corp, Hindustan Petroleum and Bharat Petroleum revise ATF rates on the 1st and 16th of every month based on the average international jet fuel rates in the preceding fortnight.

Source: www.nhatky.in

Aviation Turbine fuel Prices Cut by 7%


New Delhi: State-run fuel retailers on Saturday slashed jet fuel or ATF rates by a further seven percent, making it the 11th reduction since September last year.

Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices in Delhi were slashed by Rs 2,052 per kilolitre to Rs 27,106 per kl, effective midnight tonight, an official of Indian Oil Corp, the nation’s largest fuel retailer, said.

But for the one-off 3.3 percent increase in rates on January 16, jet fuel prices are declining in tandem with the fall in international oil rates.

In Mumbai, home to the nation’s busiest airport, ATF rates were down to Rs 27,861 per kl from Rs 29,985.19 per kl.

The reduction in jet fuel prices announced today varied from airport to airport depending on local taxes and levies and an on average worked out to Rs 2,125 per kl.

ATF prices had peaked to Rs 71,028.26 per kl (in Delhi) in August on international crude prices touching historic high of USD 147 a barrel. But they have since been slashed every month till October and twice in November.

After the 11th reduction, jet fuel are hovering at early 2005 levels.

State-run Indian Oil Corp, Hindustan Petroleum and Bharat Petroleum revise ATF rates on the 1st and 16th of every month based on the average international jet fuel rates in the preceding fortnight.

Sourc: www.nhatky.in

Pak’s Political Rift May Pose Test For Obama


NEW YORK: The intensifying political battle between the president and the main opposition leader is shaping up as a potential crisis for the Obama administration. The US tries to focus the government on fighting the Qaeda and Taliban insurgency here, New York Times commented on the political situation in Pakistan.

The domestic struggle will almost certainly deflect attention from that fight as President Asif Ali Zardari and his rival, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, duke it out and as street protests persist, politicians and analysts said.

It could also result in shifting political alliances, including new opportunities for the religious right that would be inimical to Washington’s interests, and even serve to make the Pakistani military restive for power again if the situation continued to worsen, they said.

The Obama administration, which this week hosted the Pakistani foreign minister, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, and the military chief, Gen. Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, in Washington, has had little to say about the unfolding political drama.

“Washington was certainly surprised by the court move and very concerned, both in political and military circles,” said director of the South Asia Center at the Atlantic Council.

The United States has backed Mr. Zardari as president. But his reputation in Washington would be likely to suffer as a consequence of the moves against the Sharif brothers, said an analyst.

“He is deflecting the attention of the whole country to something that is so irrelevant.” “He is banking on the United States, but America will only support him up to a point.”

General Kayani has vowed to keep the army out of politics, and was serious about his pledge, Pakistani officials said. But there could come a point where political instability became so great, the army would feel to be compelled to step in, they said.

The size of the crowd during the lawyers’ protest from Lahore to Islamabad, and the composition of the march could be a defining moment in the contest between Mr. Zardari and the Sharif forces, citing politicians, the US daily said in its report.

Source: www.nhatky.in

Call For Shutdown in Jharkhand by Maoists


Ranchi: Maoists forced a shutdown against alleged police atrocities in Jharkhand on Saturday. The 24-hour shutdown call disrupted road and rail traffic.

“We are facing a lot of problems. I have to go to Palamu, but there is no train available. The government is not able to do anything. Not only me, all the passengers are facing problems,” said Rahul, a rail passenger.
Bus services to and from Ranchi have been completely snapped, and passengers remained stranded at the bus stands. Residents said that they were fed up by the frequent shutdown calls that adversely affected their livelihood.

“We run these buses for our livelihood. There is a shutdown here at least once in a week on one pretext or the other. What will the citizens do?” asked Guddu, a bus driver. Shops and business establishments also remained closed. Maoists, who are banned in several states including Jharkhand, say they are fighting for the rights of farmers and the poor. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has called the rebels the biggest challenge to the country’’s internal security.

Source: www.nhatky.in

Pict for the day....flower for your thoughts




Have a wonderful lazy Saturday!

Pak Navy’s Contention rejected by India


Tiruchirappalli: India on Saturday rejected Pakistan Navy chief Admiral Noman Bashir’s contention that terrorists involved in attacks in Mumbai did not use the sea route and said there was evidence that they did.

Union Home Minister P Chidambaram said India has evidence to prove that terrorists involved in the Mumbai attacks used sea route from Karachi.

There was no further evidence that is required to be given to Pakistan as “all requisite evidences had been provided to them. The chargesheet (filed in a Mumbai court on February 26) gives clarification to many of the questions Islamabad had asked”, he said.

Chidambaram was reacting to a question on the Pakistan Naval Chief’s claim there was no evidence to show that the terrorists who came from Karachi used the sea route to reach Mumbai.

Source: www.nhatky.in

Not a NASCAR Driver but






















Still happy, okay so I caught Frank Joy not smiling with NASCAR driver Kurt Busch...but he had fun when he did smile at the pretty girls and maybe a shot of Gentleman Jack or two!!
Seriously Kurt was soooo nice and all I can say is NASCAR rocks and go car number 2!! Thanks also to Pole Position and PT's. Will post from the track on Sunday:)

THE ABSOLUTE BEST BURGER IN THE LV!


Everybody swears that they know where to get the best burger in The LV. Unless they say The Huntridge Diner they're wrong. I have never stopped a meeting in mid-bite and forced everyone to take a bite of anything in my life. I did at The Huntridge Diner.

My cheese and bacon burger came on a fluffy fresh roll with a side of thick steak fries. The ground steak was the freshest I have ever tasted. My luncheon companion, radio show host "Princess Anne" Mulford raved about her chicken salad sandwich as well. "It's as good as my grandmothers!", the royal one managed to say between bites and "umms!"

The Huntridge Diner is one of the only authentic diners in The LV. It is tucked into a pharmacy at the corner of Maryland Parkway and Charleston in the getting very hip, Huntridge District. For over 50 years denizens of The LV have been chowing down on the best Philly Steaks (try it with the fresh pizza sauce!) breakfast and burgers in town. The retro vibe is completed with red vinyl booths and black and white tiled floors like the diner from every 50's movie you've ever seen. And the prices are pretty retro too! My burger was only $6.49 and I left full!

Make sure when you try out The Huntridge Diner you tell I Love Las Vegas magazine Blog sent you!

THE HUNTRIDGE DINER 1122 E. CHARLESTON BLVD 702 834 3333

The Vegas Style Guy

NOT MUCH GRACE IN THIS OUTFIT


After her starring role in the seriously messy remake of the classic movie "The Women", we understand why Debra Messing would want to wear something she could hose off, but, really, this? Who inflicted this monstrosity on her? Is her stylist moonlighting as a butcher's apprentice?

Two things died for this dress.

A cow and style.



The Vegas Style Guy

Lola Belle's Thoughts BOL....


The Difference between Dogs and Cats A dog thinks: Hey, these people I live with feed me, love me, provide me with a nice warm, dry house, pet me, and take good care of me... They must be gods!
A cat thinks: Hey, these people I live with feed me, love me, provide me with a nice warm, dry house, pet me, and take good care of me... I must be a god!

Silence of the Prius..Jodie Foster



Okay so you are a movie star and you make $15 million dollars per film and you live in a state that is teetering on the verge of bankruptcy! BUT you are socially conscious and driving your hyrid Prius...BUT you are speeding...HUMMM what to do??


ACT like a movie star of course and argue that you were only going 30 mph not allegedly 54 mph in a 35 mph zone. PAY up and chalk it up to "the policeman's fund."


Of course maybe it was the camera's from the reality show "Speeders," which freaked her out. Even though they had stoppped filming at her request...awww FAME.

Your Cute Pict for The Day..TGIF!



Just another squirrel (aka..chipmunk looking for a nut!)
Greedy grabby chipmunky cuteness captured beautifully by Gilles Gonthier!

Cute Guys...Alchohol...What could go wrong?



Not much is would seem from my point of view. I have always watched in awe as the bartenders poured alcohol! You know gimmme more. But seriously going and checking out the masters of bartending sounds like a great time to me. The upcoming 11th Annual Legends of Bartending World Championship will be hosted at LAX Nightclub March 1-3. With so many readers looking to find affordable and exciting entertainment, Legends is the ideal event for locals and visitors alike.

Competitors traveling to Las Vegas from all over the world will show off their talents in flair bartending. The qualifying rounds on Monday, March 2 are open to the public for FREE and the day of competition, Tuesday, March 3 is open to the public with a cover charge. Tickets are available now at the Luxor box office and will be sold at the door the day of the event. Tickets sold at the door will be discounted for locals and Nightclub and Bar badge holders.

More information can be found at www.legendsofbartending.com

Your Happy pict for the day!!





















Some bunny loves you...have a great day!


Melt-your-heart cuteness captured magnificently by Snork Maiden














Smoke & Mirrors...It's Over - Criss Angel..Holly Madison




Four months...which is kinda a long time in celebrityville! But now it is over! The usual PR statements "our careers are keeping us busy and apart"...hummm?
Was Holly dating down? Oh well it was love while it lasted.


Images: WENN/PR

Again Fresh Gun Fire in Dhaka


Dhaka: Fresh gunfire erupted at a paramilitary camp in the Bangladeshi capital on Thursday, police said, as troops took to streets in towns across the country a day after 50 people were killed during a mutiny. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urged the rebels to surrender.

Hasina urged calm, but the revolt by some members of the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) force over a pay dispute spread outside Dhaka after officials earlier said it was being brought under control following an amnesty offer from the government.

Mobile phone services were ordered cut by the government in order to stem rumours and misinformation, one cell phone operator said.

“Firing started again at the BDR complex in the afternoon although we were expecting the revolt… to end soon,” a police officer said.

“The Prime Minister has urged all people to remain calm and not to indulge in violence,” said Mohiuddin Khan Alaamgir, one of the advisers to Hasina who along with ministers attended an emergency meeting with her.

Earlier in the day, mutinies by members of BDR broke out in various towns around the country even as violence in the capital Dhaka was said to be contained, police and witnesses said.

Nearly 50 people were killed in Dhaka as BDR troops fought among themselves on Wednesday after shooting began in their headquarters over a pay dispute and other issues, a government minister said on Thursday.

The mutinous soldiers in Dhaka were laying down their arms on Thursday after accepting an offer of amnesty from the government, but outside the capital there were shooting incidents involving BDR troops in more than a dozen towns, local police officials said.

“Fighting is raging outside the BDR camp, with troops coming on the street holding up guns and shooting,” said a witness in Sylhet, in the northeast of the country.

There were no immediate reports of casualties.

Challenges facing Hasina

The turmoil underscores the challenges facing PM Sheikh Hasina.

Hasina won Parliamentary Elections in December that returned the impoverished country to democracy after nearly two years of Army-backed emergency rule, and the incident is a blow to her efforts to attract foreign investment and convince foreign aid donors the country is on a path to stability.

Bangladesh, home to more than 140 million people, has had several military coups since independence in 1971, but this week’s mutinies do not appear to be politically motivated.

“Nearly 50 people have been killed in sporadic fighting in the headquarters of the Bangladesh Rifles,” Mohammad Quamrul Islam, State Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs, told reporters early on Thursday, describing the Dhaka fighting.

He said all weapons would likely be surrendered in the coming hours. But officials waiting outside the BDR headquarters on Thursday morning said the process has been slow.

Television channels showed troops handing over Chinese-made automatic rifles, bullets and grenades to Home Minister Sahara Khatun, who visited the headquarters after talks with the rebels.

“The surrender of all the weapons by the rebels may take hours more,” a police officer said, requesting not to be identified. “The situation inside (the BDR complex) is calm but tense.”

Officials said 50 stranded women and children had been evacuated from the headquarters. Agriculture Minister Begum Motia Chowdhury entered on Thursday morning, and she would try to bring out families of Army officers and soldiers still stranded there, officials said.

They gave no estimates on how many such people might still be in the sprawling complex, which usually houses 2,000 troops.

Turmoil

The mutiny erupted on Wednesday when shooting broke out after enlisted men met officers to discuss a row over pay and benefits and their command structure. They want commanders appointed from the paramilitary, not the Army as is now the case.

No breakdown of the casualties was available immediately. There has been speculation by the media and security sources that BDR chief Major-General Shakil Ahmed was among those killed, but there was no confirmation.

The government had responded on Wednesday by sending troops to the BDR complex, and Home Minister Sahara Khatun held talks with the mutineers’ leaders to defuse the situation, after which the rebels agreed to lay down their weapons.

The shooting on Wednesday spilled onto the streets in Dhaka, killing three civilians and wounding several others, witnesses earlier said. Flames rose from the BDR complex and loud explosions were heard.

It was not immediately clear how many civilians were among the final Dhaka death toll.

Hasina met some of the BDR mutineers on Wednesday in a bid to end the stand-off.

Government minister Jahangir Kabir Nanak said Hasina offered an amnesty to those involved during an hour-long meeting at her residence. One BDR officer said the rebels agreed to surrender their weapons after Hasina promised to meet the group’s demands.

The Prime Minister summoned most members of her cabinet to an emergency meeting on Thursday morning to discuss the mutiny and review the latest situation, a government official said.

Analysts said the mutinies pose a major problem for Hasina in keeping together the powerful defence forces — who have often intervened in the country’s politics — and tackle their grievances without risking further discord.

“This poses a huge challenge for the prime minister and her government, who need to be tactful in trying to resolve it,” said retired Major General Azizur Rahman, a former BDR chief.

Others said further unrest would adversely affect the country’s political stability and efforts to attract investment.

The BDR, whose main duty is guarding the country’s borders, is often called in to back up the Army and police in meeting other defence and security requirements.

The mutiny broke out only a day after Hasina met senior BDR officers at an annual parade and told them her government would do its best to modernise the paramilitary forces.

Source: www.nhatky.in

BDR Mutinies Break out


Dhaka: Mutinies by members of the paramilitary Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) have broken out in various towns around the country even as BDR violence in the capital Dhaka was being contained, police and witnesses said on Thursday.

Nearly 50 people were killed in Dhaka as BDR troops fought among themselves on Wednesday after shooting began in their headquarters over a pay dispute and other issues, a government minister said on Thursday.

The mutinous soldiers in Dhaka were laying down their arms on Thursday after accepting an offer of amnesty from the government, but outside the capital there were shooting incidents involving BDR troops in more than a dozen towns, local police officials said.

“Fighting is raging outside the BDR camp, with troops coming on the street holding up guns and shooting,” said a witness in Sylhet, in the northeast of the country.

There were no immediate reports of casualties.

The turmoil underscores the challenges facing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Hasina won Parliamentary Elections in December that returned the impoverished country to democracy after nearly two years of Army-backed emergency rule, and the incident is a blow to her efforts to attract foreign investment and convince foreign aid donors the country is on a path to stability.

Bangladesh, home to more than 140 million people, has had several military coups since independence in 1971, but this week’s mutinies do not appear to be politically motivated.

“Nearly 50 people have been killed in sporadic fighting in the headquarters of the Bangladesh Rifles,” Mohammad Quamrul Islam, State Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affairs, told reporters early on Thursday, describing the Dhaka fighting.

He said all weapons would likely be surrendered in the coming hours. But officials waiting outside the BDR headquarters on Thursday morning said the process has been slow.

Television channels showed troops handing over Chinese-made automatic rifles, bullets and grenades to Home Minister Sahara Khatun, who visited the headquarters after talks with the rebels.

“The surrender of all the weapons by the rebels may take hours more,” a police officer said, requesting not to be identified. “The situation inside (the BDR complex) is calm but tense.”

Officials said 50 stranded women and children had been evacuated from the headquarters. Agriculture Minister Begum Motia Chowdhury entered on Thursday morning, and she would try to bring out families of Army officers and soldiers still stranded there, officials said.

They gave no estimates on how many such people might still be in the sprawling complex, which usually houses 2,000 troops.

Capital calm

No gunfire had been heard in the early hours of Thursday. In most of the capital people were carrying on their daily business as usual.

The mutiny erupted on Wednesday when shooting broke out after enlisted men met officers to discuss a row over pay and benefits and their command structure. They want commanders appointed from the paramilitary, not the Army as is now the case.

No breakdown of the casualties was available immediately. There has been speculation by the media and security sources that BDR chief Major-General Shakil Ahmed was among those killed, but there was no confirmation.

The government had responded on Wednesday by sending troops to the BDR complex, and Home Minister Sahara Khatun held talks with the mutineers’ leaders to defuse the situation, after which the rebels agreed to lay down their weapons.

The shooting on Wednesday spilled onto the streets in Dhaka, killing three civilians and wounding several others, witnesses earlier said. Flames rose from the BDR complex and loud explosions were heard.

It was not immediately clear how many civilians were among the final Dhaka death toll.

Hasina met some of the BDR mutineers on Wednesday in a bid to end the stand-off.

Government minister Jahangir Kabir Nanak said Hasina offered an amnesty to those involved during an hour-long meeting at her residence. One BDR officer said the rebels agreed to surrender their weapons after Hasina promised to meet the group’s demands.

The Prime Minister summoned most members of her cabinet to an emergency meeting on Thursday morning to discuss the mutiny and review the latest situation, a government official said.

Analysts said the mutinies pose a major problem for Hasina in keeping together the powerful defence forces — who have often intervened in the country’s politics — and tackle their grievances without risking further discord.

“This poses a huge challenge for the prime minister and her government, who need to be tactful in trying to resolve it,” said retired Major General Azizur Rahman, a former BDR chief.

Others said further unrest would adversely affect the country’s political stability and efforts to attract investment.

The BDR, whose main duty is guarding the country’s borders, is often called in to back up the Army and police in meeting other defence and security requirements.

The mutiny broke out only a day after Hasina met senior BDR officers at an annual parade and told them her government would do its best to modernise the paramilitary forces.

Source: www.nhatky.in

Roaring into PURE..Nightclub ..NASCAR



The hottest Tuesday night party in Sin City was at PURE Nightclub as NASCAR drivers David Stremme, Denny Hamlin and Sam Hornish Jr. were spotted soaking up the energetic scene for a little pre-race weekend relaxation. Stremme, Hamlin and Hornish held court on the main stage as they sipped on Grey Goose Vodka cocktails and mingled with friends in VIP. Stremme will be driving the #12 Penske car, Hamlin will be driving the #11 FedEx car and Hornish will be racing the #77 Mobil 1 car in this weekend’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Photograph...courtesy of Pure Nightclub

Happy "Birthday" Carbs..Carrot Cake??


Happy Birthday Carrot Top!!! Heard that you had a great Birthday with four bites of chocolate bundt cake....GO CARBS!!!
But seriously Las Vegas Loves You...Happy Birthday!

SOLANGE RUSHED TO THE HOSPITAL AFTER LAX SCARE





















Just a few hours after writing on her "Twitter" page that her flu medicine was making her feel "so weird", singing sensation Solange Knowles passed out at LAX just before she was to board a New York bound flight.

She woke up in a hospital barely remembering anything other than strangers surrounding her as she lay on the airport floor. Her mom, designer Tina Knowles, rushed to the hospital to take her home after she was released. Her doctors had hooked her up to an IV after having diagnosed her as suffering from dehydration.

The gorgeous singer and sister of megastar Beyonce wrote on Twitter "
"Never taking Nyquil again". Maybe next time she'll read the instructions on the bottle?

Martorano's...It ain't just meatballs..simmering for TWO Years!



It is all in the gravy...sunday gravy that is and that is just part of a fabulous dining experience! "That’s what makes the meatball. The sausage, pork, pigs feet, and pigskin, that’s what makes the whole package work; besides, of course, having a good meatball," says Chef Martorano!

You really have to go check this restaurant out for FAB, YUMMY, Italian REAL food! Plus the great make it yourself canole. This month Martorano's celebrates two wonderful years...enjoy and wear your burger pants!

http://www.riolasvegas.com/casinos/rio/restaurants-dining/cafe-martorano-detail.html

Flat as a Pancake....


Flat as a pancake...as in a real pancake! National Pancake week is from Feb. 21 - Feb. 27th and the benefits all go to charity. National Pancake Week was first established in 1985 by General Mills and Bisquick. Local restaurant Hash House A Go Go has put their own twist, they are celebrating for two week starting on Feb. 23rd thru March 8th and all the benefits go to Best Buddies, which is an organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-on-one friendships and integrated employment.

Fox 5’s Jason Feinberg, Monica Jackson and Rachel Smith recently joined up with Chef Anthony Vidal of Hash House A Go Go to put their culinary skills to the test. Each anchor created their own special flapjack that will be offered.

Feel free to email your favorite flapjack to us to post!!

Here is a picture of the pancake Monica Jackson created called the “Cherry Chocolate Delight.”
YUMMM! For information on Hash House visit http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/


NASCAR Roars into VEGAS!!


After a frightening crash at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2008, could Jeff Gordon be hesitant to return to the 1.5-mile superspeedway for Sunday’s Shelby 427?
Hardly. “I can’t wait to get to Las Vegas,” the four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion said. Late in last year’s event, Gordon was running fourth on a restart when he lost control of his No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet exiting turn 2. He slid into the inside retaining wall and made hard contact in an area that had no SAFER barrier. Although it was a scary accident, the safety features in his car saved him from serious injury.
“I heard the track installed a SAFER barrier there,” said Gordon, who has one victory and five top-fives in 11 starts at the Las Vegas track. “To be honest, I never noticed that area of the track before last year. The first time I noticed it was when I was about to slam into it.
“But I’m not so concerned about it going back. Between NASCAR, which mandates that our cars be safe and that we wear head and neck restraining devices, Hendrick Motorsports building fast and safe cars, and my sponsor DuPont which produces materials such as Kevlar which is in my helmet and in the nose of my car to my Nomex driving suit, I feel completely safe in the car. “I’m sure at some point during the weekend I’ll glance over at the new wall when I’m driving down the backstretch to see what they’ve done. But I’m sure I’ll see enough of it watching practice and qualifying on television.
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RED ROCK CASINO IS OFF THE STRIP AND WORTH THE TRIP!


OFF THE STRIP WORTH THE TRIP


RED ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO

With room rates starting at $125 is a stylish alternative a few minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the Las Vegas strip. With almost a dozen world class restaurants ranging from BBQ at Salt Lick Bar B Q to the exotic tastes of Hachi Modern Japanese, Red Rock Casino and Spa offers something for every taste bud and price range.

Red Rock has two distinctly different pool areas, both of which feel like the best back yard in the world. In addition to the amazing main pool area with its cabanas and day beds, there is the "adult" Cherry Pool area which offers a luxurious shelter with a private bar and cabanas. At night, the Cherry Pool area turns into one of the best nightspots in town as it is connected to the super hot Cherry Nightclub.

Live entertainment ranges from world famous entertainers such as Kanye West and Lauren Hill to the best nightclub act in Las Vegas, Zowie Bowie. If your entertainment needs are of a more sporting nature, Red Rock offers one of the best bowling alleys in Las Vegas. The latest Hollywood blockbusters are available at the 16 screen Regal Cinemas.

After all that activity, Red Rock offers one of the most luxurious spa experiences in Las Vegas. The Spa at Red Rock offers a variety of treatments and special packages for him, her and couples.

The Red Rock Casino has what is probably the hippest gaming area in the Las Vegas valley. Everything from an elegant high roller room to the latest electronic games are available for you to try out your luck.

With it's world class design, convention facilities, dining and service, Red Rock is off The Strip and worth the trip.

Red Rock Casino Resort Spa | 11011 W. Charleston | Las Vegas, NV 89135
Hotel Reservations: (702) 797.7777 or 1 (866) 767.7773 | www.redrocklasvegas.com

ONLY IN VEGAS: THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE LAS VEGAS WHAT IT IS: LALONNIE




If America is the Land of Dreams then Las Vegas must be its capital.

The perfect embodiment of that theory is LaLonnie. A star for many years in Europe and the U.S. through her singing career, this dance floor Diva ( known as Lonnie Gordon in her music career) has probably made you get up and boogie more than once with her string of dance hits such as the phenom "I'm Gonna Catch You".

Through the ups and downs of the showbiz world, LaLonnie has always come out on top and now is no exception. She recently signed with EMI Records in Europe and will be releasing a new single this spring.


LaLonnie came to Las Vegas as one of the stars of the mega hit "Zumanity", a Cirque du Soleil production. While she has always painted, LaLonnie has truly come into her own amidst the burgeoning art scene here in Las Vegas. The interest in her artwork has exploded to the point where she has been commissioned to paint pieces for Cirque du Soleil and has donated her work to be auctioned off to benefit various charities working to prevent HIV/AIDS.

LaLonnie's work is a vibrant, highly original melange of multimedia forms and powerful colors to tell the stories she has inside of her soul. Some of her favorite subjects are flowers, people and animals. "My art is a reflection of myself as a performer, writer, mother, daughter and human being. What you see is all of me", says LaLonnie.

Beautiful and unstoppable, LaLonnie is the embodiment of a performer, artist and personality. In other words, the perfect Las Vegas Diva!

SIMONS RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE



There's not too many places where you can eat super Jumbo sized Shrimp, Chicken and Waffles, Omelette Pizzas, and a Smoked Salmon Scramble followed by a huge puff of Pink Cotton Candy and Rice Krispies, for brunch!

Well, that's exactly what the "I Love Vegas" team did one recent Sunday. All for your benefit, of course.All of this was enjoyed poolside at the new Simon Restaurant and Lounge at the stunning Palms Place adjacent to the Palms Hotel.

Internationally known chef Kerry Simon brings the freshest ingredients available to your table from a 7am breakfast all the way to a late dinner at 11pm. His take on American classics will leave you satisfied as you enjoy the wonderful light filled room overlooking a lovely pool and patio area. Bright and airy, the room and the cuisine are both comfy and inviting.

His take on Southern traditions such as Chicken and Waffles or hearty East Coast favorites like "Surf and Turf" are balanced for you light eaters with a delicious selection of organic salads and Japanese specialities done "Simon" style.

As mentioned earlier, we finished off, well, half the menu, with an incredible voyage back to our childhood with a sampler platter of all of our favorite treats from long ago. There was a big "Junk Food Platter" to bring back those days before we began watching our waistlines and counting carbs. Cupcakes, Froot loop AND Rice Kripsy treats, homemade Brownies, Snoballs and, oh, I can't go on but you get the picture.

As we made our way, slowly, out of Simons, we all knew one thing.

We would be back!

SIMONS RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

PALMS PLACE
4381 West Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89103

Valet Parking is available at Palms Place for direct access to Simon.

Visit Simon Restaurant & Lounge

Please call 702.944.3292 for reservations.

Carnival....LAVO Style...HOT HOT HOT


LAVO Celebrates CARNIVAL Sponsored by the Brazilian Society of Las Vegas
DJ Five spins a mix of mash up and Brazilian House as LAVO Industry Tuesday celebrates with a traditional Brazilian Carnival. Samba dancers and drummers will perform, beads will be tossed and a Cachaca open bar takes place from 11 pm – midnight. Special surprises will be announced.

Guests dining at LAVO that evening will receive a complimentary line pass to the club.

Where great minds...























Hello Everyone!



Just wanted to share my work space where my little paws will soon be typing away bout all of the pawsome trends and items that I saw at MAGIC last week....where to begin??

Check out this link first...for all of you dog lovers and you know who you are... http://www.undergroundhound.net/

WOOF WOOF and XOXO

Lola Belle


And the Oscar goes to....

Hugh Jackman....great host and he looks sooo handsome and makes hosting a huge event like the Oscars look easy! Surely not an easy feat....and can we say huzzah for the Producers of the Oscars for having the film greats and past recipients such as Sophia Loren (looking a little unaturally stretched???), Robert DeNiro, Michael Douglas, all on the stage at the same time!!! What a treat and a unique and fun, touching way to introduce the nominees....to bad though that the Jolie-Pitts went home without a child named Oscar (was rooting for Brad!!!) But with talent like theirs I am sure more Academy nods are coming their way. Awww Mickey Rourke we wanted to be there for your comeback. Well he can look forward to Iron Man 2....

Whoopi what were you thinking???

Could Jennifer Anniston of looked a little more uncomfortable??

And was I the only one that saw Sarah Jessica Parker's enhanced bosom???

Naked Oscars --- Hugh Jackman --- YIKES!


NAKED OSCARS: Oscar host Hugh Jackman plans to reveal more than most at Sunday's awards ceremony.
"I haven't told anyone this, but we are going to do most of it naked and we're going to sing through the whole show," the affable actor joked during an interview backstage at the Kodak Theatre. "In fact, all the acceptance speeches are going to be sung. There will be some interpretive dance behind them, and I really think it will be beautiful and touching."
But don't expect People magazine's "sexiest man alive" to show everything.
"There will be a strategic leaf placed here or there," he said. "We don't want to be distasteful or anything. This is a raw night. This is the Oscars. Raw emotion, that's the quality we're going for."


By Associated PressFebruary 20, 2009 5:43 AM PST

Something for a nice....look see..


















Okay as I had mentioned earlier regarding picts coming for the girls of X-Burlesque and also for the X Burlesque Men...well here is a little taste of what both the guys and girls look like...muey caliente...HOT! (The X Burlesque Men will soon be opening at Hooters) but the X Burlesque girls play n the Bugsy's Cabaret at the Flamingo at 10 PM ...www.xburlesque.com








Now this is real Magic!


Rasheda Ali attended Lance Burton's show and met with him afterwards at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino on Thursday night. She said, "My father is from Louisville too. That's why you're so nice." The actress and author wrote a book on Parkinson's disease. Her 67-year-old father suffers from the illness. She wrote the book "I'll Hold Your Hand so You Don't Fall: - a child's guide to Parkinson's disease. She vowed to return and see the "Master Magician" show again with her eight-year-old Nico and 10-year-old Biaggio. Lance is a fan of Muhammad Ali. She is currently starring in a Las Vegas-based cable show "In My Corner."

My oh My the party rages on!!













As the light of the Luxor shined bright on Sin City, LAX Nightclub turned up the heat with the packed party spot going wild as hip-hop star Ludacris graced the VIP stage for a live performance of his hottest hits including “One More Drink,” “Throw Dem Bows,” “Area Codes,” “What’s Your Fantasy,” “Shake Your Money Maker,” “Stand Up” and “Move B*tch.” Following his performance and joined by fellow recording artist E-40 and 15 of his closest pals, Ludacris retreated to a VIP loft to soak in the scene. On hand and watching the live performance from the DJ booth was legendary DJ Grand Master Flash, who sipped on Fiji water as he partied the night away at the True Religion bash. Spotted taking in the sights and sounds from the VIP stage was Oakland Raider Javon Walker and welterweight boxer Sugar Shane Mosley.

My Paws are tired...




















Hello Everyone,
My Paws are tired!
MAGIC was pawsome and
I have some fabulous new
designers and information
to bark at you later:)


Lola Belle

Going on Tonight!!!


MAGIC is in the air...so go check this out!

SIDEBAR: DOWNTOWNS LITTLE BAR THAT CAN


Tucked away on a cool little side street in The LV downtown is Sidebar. It's the kind of place you usually stumble upon in Williamsburgh or maybe North Beach, certainly not what you would expect to find right across from the Fremont Street Experience.

The setting of Sidebar is most unusual because you actually get a sense of the history of The LV pre Atomic Age. The interior is a chic blend of old and new with dark wood walls and an old fashioned bar combined with the most comfortable couches downtown to lounge on while having a classic cocktail or an imported cigar. And there's NO VIP area! Everyone is welcome to come in take advantage of the incredible cocktail hour or sit down for appetizers or dinner brought in from the adjacent Triple George Grill.

With a friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere, Sidebar is The Vegas Style Guys' new favorite place to meet friends before heading out into the bright light in The LV.

Sidebar

201 N. 3rd Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
(702) 259-9700

The Vegas Style Guy

THE AUTO COLLECTIONS AT THE IMPERIAL PALACE




Did you know that the world's largest collection of vintage and historic cars is located right in the center of all of the action on The Las Vegas Strip? And that you can see this collection for free?

Car lovers around the world flock to see cars ranging from historical vehicles to famous vehicles that have appeared in countless films and TV shows. In addition, The Auto Collections at Imperial Palace is the home of several historic racing cars from the past.

If you're flush with winnings from the tables, feel free to purchase your good luck charm a classic Bentley or maybe a 70's Muscle Car as this is also the most unique car dealership in the world. To get two free admissions to the Auto Collections at The Imperial Palace just go to the website and print out your passes.

Open daily from 10:00am to 6:30pm

Located on the fifth level floor at the rear of the Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino.
The Auto Collections
3535 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
Telephone: (702) 794-3174

www.autocollections.com

Breaking News....Yummy Eye Candy...Lotsa Fun

OH my goodness...not to steal Lola's thunder but we have big news!!!! More wonderful Delicious eye candy for us here in the LV to enjoy. Think hard abs, great firm behinds (wink, wink) glistening skin and pecs...wonderful pecs!! A new show is going to be happening at....HOOTERS. Six new sexy men are riding into town and we will be right there to chronicle their every move of "The X Burlesque Men"...stay tuned for pictures!!!!!!!!!!

Going to get me some MAGIC...


Okay everyone well the big day is almost here...I have been chosen for my discriminating taste and love of fashion to go peruse the MAGIC show floor and get back to you tomorrow with my take on the upcoming fashions. We all know that with my LOVE of fashion I will keep you in the loop or as we say in the paw (wink...wink)


XOXO

Lola Belle

THE PAMA MARTINI: POMEGRANATE PERFECTED


The Pomegranate is a fruit seemingly custom made for the Las Vegas palate. The rich red juice, the sensuous pulpy flesh and the ancient tales of mystery and romance that surround the Pomegranate combine to make it a rare and unequalled treat for your palate.

Pama has taken the Pomegranate and created a delicious liqueur by combining all natural Pomegranate juice, premium Vodka and just a touch of the best Tequila. All over the world in the best clubs and lounges, creative bartenders are capturing the unique taste of Pama in a variety of amazing cocktails. From swinging singles out for a wild Vegas night to the "A-List" celebrities who frequent the most exclusive Ultra Lounges Pama is on everyone's taste buds and lips.

PAMA MARTINI

1 1/2 ounces PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur
1 1/2 ounces Premium Vodka
1/4 ounce Orange Liqueur

Shake all ingredients over ice.
Strain into Martini glass
Garnish with a lemon twist

MADONNA SUCKS, IN TWILIGHT 2?


If reports are to be believed, noted thespian Madonna Louise Ciccone Penn Ritchie, is going to be heavily involved in the sequel to Vampire blockbuster, Twilight.

Madge's manager, Guy O'seary produced the story of a teenage girl and her 80 year old boyfriend who live in a small town somewhere dark. He is said to be in negotiations with the ageless one to either star in the flick or do the soundtrack.

Makes sense in a way.

Vampires do live forever.

Wink. Wink.

The Vegas Style Guy

For all Film Lovers!!


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 17, 2009
CHILDREN FROM BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LAS VEGAS TO MAKE THEIR OWN MOVIE WITH CINEVEGAS CLUBHOUSE Outreach Program to Feature Special Workshops with Wayne Newton, as well as Erich Bergen and Rick Faugno from JERSEY BOYS !!


LAS VEGAS – The Culture Dog Foundation and the CineVegas Film Festival will host CineVegas Clubhouse, a community outreach program in which local industry professionals teach the art of filmmaking to members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas. Over a five-week period, Boys & Girls Clubs members will have the opportunity to create, write and star in their own short film, which will have a red carpet premiere at the 2009 CineVegas Film Festival in June with Festival Chairman, Dennis Hopper. “Each year, CineVegas looks forward to working with students from the Boys & Girls Clubs and having their film premiere at our Festival,” said CineVegas Artistic Director Trevor Groth. “It’s such a pleasure for us to see filmmaking developing at this young age, and to give these students the opportunity to do something they may not have had the chance to do otherwise.” CineVegas Clubhouse will be held at DreamVision Studios every Tuesday beginning Tuesday, February 24, with filming taking place from Tuesday March 24 through Thursday, March 26. Throughout the program, club members will be taught everything from the history of film to writing a script, movie cameras, lighting and audio, wardrobe, hair and makeup, art production and stunts. On Tuesday, March 10, the students will be treated to special acting workshops taught by legendary Las Vegas icon Wayne Newton, as well as stars of the hit musical JERSEY BOYS Erich Bergen (Bob Gaudio) and Rick Faugno (Frankie Valli). Sponsors and participants for CineVegas Clubhouse include: The Culture Dog Foundation, CineVegas Film Festival, DreamVision Studios, Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, The Studio Productions, Whole Foods Market Las Vegas Blvd., Prowerks Media Group, LLC, JR Lighting, Dog & Pony Studios, Erich Bergen and Rick Faugno from JERSEY BOYS, Wayne Newton, AirStar of Las Vegas, Elite Promotions, The Cookie Zoo, Rock Band, Lied Discovery Children’s Museum, Quality Investigations and Brenden Theatres inside the Palms Casino Resort. For more information on CineVegas Clubhouse, visit www.cinevegas.com/clubhouse.

Recession...not for SOME!



NEW YORK – Recession, reschmession: The dire state of the economy will not keep Young Hollywood away from New York Fashion Week.
Kristen Bell, Amanda Bynes, Michelle Trachtenberg and the Hilton sisters were among the celebs sitting front row at the Monday afternoon presentation of Jill Stuart's flirty fall collection.
"It's important to keep your head screwed on straight, but I also think it's important to do what you love — and I don't want to give up loving fashion just because maybe I can't buy it right now," said Bell, looking fresh in a floral dress and pointy heels.
Bell, who starred in the 2008 comedy "Forgetting Sarah Marshall" and the cult TV series "Veronica Mars," said she rarely splurges on pricey items.
"I kind of frequently live like I'm in the recession regardless, but that's just because my parents raised me to be very frugal," said Bell, a fan of Jill Stuart's dresses who also sat with Mischa Barton at Miss Sixty.
Actresses Jessica Stroup (the CW's "90210") and Adrianne Palicki (NBC's "Friday Night Lights"), sporting floaty gray frocks, said clothing exchanges are a good way to stay stylish on a budget.
But they also have their spending weaknesses: Palicki said she splurges on food, while Stroup has a thing for jackets.
"I have a million jackets, and if I see an amazing jacket, I will spend too much money on it usually," she said.
Paris Hilton, meanwhile, had no time to answer questions: The socialite, dressed in a fuschia party dress, made a late entrance and talked on her cell phone before the show.


By ERIN CARLSON, Associated Press Writer Erin Carlson, Associated Press Writer – Tue Feb 17, 7:23 am ET

SALMA HAYEK IS A BILLION DOLLAR BABE


After a rocky romance that included several breakups and a baby, actress Salma Hayek married her baby daddy, billionaire Francois-Henri Pinault on Valentines Day in Paris.

The "Ugly Betty" executive producer and the owner of such luxury brands as Gucci, Balenciaga, YSL and Puma made it legal in a civil ceremony in the City of Lights city hall according to a local official.

The Oscar nom and her French hubby met in 2006 and had baby Valentina one year later. After announcing their engagement they lasted a year before breaking up only to surprise everyone by making up and now getting hitched.

Good luck to the new family!

The Vegas Style Guy

She Kissed A....Madden!



Hubba hubba..Katy Perry was in town last night after playing at Wasted Space. Things really heated up while she and entourage were at LAVO! Wait it gets better! She did not kiss a girl...she was busy getting up close and personal with.....Benji Madden..HOT NEW couple alert and Paris who??




Photo Credit: Aaron Thompson

Hocus Pocus it's MAGIC!

The Party is always hot and happening at where????......TAO in Las Vegas!

Las Vegas Hotties and Beauties Contest - WIN FREE TIX!

VOTE - VOTE - VOTE
Good Morning LV!! We are having a contest where you can enter to win tickets to hot shows and dinnner at Pampas Restaurant!! All you have to do is go on over to http://www.931theparty.com/ and enter to win...by voting for your favorite Hottie or Beauty!! Here is a list of last week's winner's!!

Lance Burton Tickets Veronica Smith
X Burlesque Tickets Isela Cuellar
Legends in Concert Tickets Kym Crowe
Dinner at Pampas Paulette Hawkins
George Wallace Tickets Debbie Erickson