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November 20, 2009

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Melissa Arseniuk

Melissa Arseniuk writes about Las Vegas entertainment and celebrity events. She can be reached at 702-948-7823 or by e-mail at melissa.arseniuk@lasvegassun.com.

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'New Moon' star talks 'Twilight'
Expect more action and more emotion, Ashley Greene says
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
Ashley Greene says “Twilight” fans can expect more action and emotion in “New Moon.” The latest installment of the “Twilight” series opens in theaters today.
Lewis Black, Kenny G and UFC fighters in Las Vegas for weekend
Loggins and Messina to perform at Primm
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
It will be quite the mixed bag of star sightings and celebrity hostings in Las Vegas this weekend, as a range of comedians, musicians, and MMA fighters are all expected to come to town.
Las Vegas to go country with Garth Brooks, Trace Adkins and Randy Travis
Trio of high-profile concerts coincides with NFR
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009
December is shaping up to be quite the month for country music fans in Las Vegas.
MGM Mirage (finally) makes George Strait show official
Academy of Country Music’s Artist of the Decade to play MGM Grand Garden Arena on Feb 6.
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009
It is finally official: George Strait is coming to the MGM Grand Garden Arena, and he’s bringing Reba McEntire and Lee Ann Womack with him.
Eight questions with Emeril Lagasse
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy. First up: Emeril Lagasse.
Eight questions with Mark Tarbull
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend.
The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Nancy Silverton
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Sammy Hagar
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Kerry Simon
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Bradley Ogden
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.

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Vince Neil's pants belong to the ages
Monday, Aug. 3, 2009
Mötley Crüe has endured many changes over the years. Some changes were good, some changes were not.
UFC's Chuck Liddell toes the line
Monday, July 13, 2009
Chuck Liddell is a UFC fighter, not a fashion icon, and here’s why: The Affliction-loving Iceman showed up for his post-UFC 100 party on Saturday wearing flip-flops.
The Palms unveils Barbie-themed suite
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Girls spend countless hours with their Barbie dolls; brushing their hair, dressing them in fancy gowns, and living out their little girl fantasies through Barbie and her plastic prince charming, Ken.
Dig in to Uncork'd
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Las Vegas will be the epicenter of all things epicurean this weekend: Uncork’d is back for its third year and once again has attracted the best and brightest chefs in the country.
World Tea Expo stirs in offbeat offerings
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Is orange pekoe not your cup of tea? Earl grey got you down? Why not try a cup of kama sutra chai, or crime of passion green tea?
Epicurean Affair offers a taste of Las Vegas eateries
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Imagine you could eat at Bradley Ogden for $1. Or Rao's for $1. Or Cathouse, Valentino, TAO, or Emeril's Fish House – all for one measly buck apiece.
Flo Rida to film at the Palms
Monday, April 6, 2009
Flo Rida is headed to Vegas and he’s bringing his video cameras with him.
Kenny Chesney gets key to Playboy Club
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Country music recording artist Kenny Chesney came to Vegas this weekend for the Academy of Country Music Awards but he will leave with something some might say is more valuable than an ACMA statuette: A key to the Playboy Club.
Joel Madden to party on at Privé
Friday, April 3, 2009
Joel Madden is a man of many talents, but just because he has added “daddy duty” to his list of commitments doesn’t mean the Good Charlotte frontman has stricken “partying like a rock star” from the list.
Scotch giant urging men to wear kilts Thursday
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Forget “Bring Your Kid to Work Day;” this Thursday is “Wear a Kilt to Work Day.”

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