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VEGAS, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/
-- Resorts World Las Vegas is proudly hosting Indulge:
A Week of Food, Culture, and Entertainment, which takes
place June 3-7, to celebrate The
World's 50 Best Restaurants debut in Las
Vegas. Indulge promises a series of meticulously
crafted events and collaborations throughout the week, celebrating
the culinary world and the allure of diverse dining
experiences.
Since 2002, The World's 50 Best Restaurants has reflected and
celebrated the richness and diversity of the world's culinary
landscape, and this year, Resorts World Las Vegas is a proud
partner in celebrating a tapestry of flavors, cultures, and
innovations. In addition to the official events Resorts World is
hosting in partnership with The World's 50 Best Restaurants, the
property will feature its own unique lineup of curated culinary
events.
Featured culinary talent for the week includes:
Daniel Ontiveros, Corporate
Executive Chef of Carver Road Hospitality
An acclaimed
graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Chef Ontiveros has served at multiple
award-winning restaurants under globally-renowned chefs.
Devin Hashimoto, Executive
Chef of Resorts World Las Vegas
Chef Hashimoto has
extensive experience delivering elevated award-winning cuisine and
inventive dining concepts to the ever-evolving culinary landscape
in Las Vegas.
Francesco Lafranconi, VP of Beverage & Hospitality
Culture for Carver Road Hospitality
Lafranconi is a
world-renowned mixologist and spirits industry educator with a
career spanning across the globe and is a sought-after consultant
in the industry.
John Liu, Executive Chef of
Chifa
John Liu is a
self-trained chef and along with Wendy, Ricardina ("Rica") and
Humberto Leon, leads the Michelin
Bib Gourmand restaurant Chifa in Los
Angeles.
Max Boonthanakit and Lijo
George, Co-Executive Chefs of Camphor
At the helm of
the Michelin-starred Camphor in Los
Angeles are Chef Boonthanakit and Chef George. The duo each
brings an impressive background and were first introduced during
their time working at Alain Ducasse's acclaimed Blue in
Bangkok.
Nicole Brisson, Executive Chef
and Partner of Brezza and Bar Zazu
In 2018, Chef Brisson was
named the first female chef of Eataly in the U.S. upon relocating
to Las Vegas and was the first
chef appointed to the Southern Nevada Health District's Board of
Directors.
Phillip Frankland Lee, Owner
and Executive Chef of Scratch Restaurants
Chef Lee is an
owner of Scratch Restaurants, which includes two Southern California restaurants that have
earned a Michelin Star. Lee has also
competed on the Food Network and Bravo's "Top Chef."
Ray Garcia, Owner and
Executive Chef of ¡VIVA!
The native Angeleno
and classically trained chef is known for his critically acclaimed
past restaurants Broken Spanish and BS Taqueria in Los Angeles.
Tal Ronnen, Owner and
Executive Chef at Crossroads Kitchen
The acclaimed vegan
chef founded Crossroads in 2013 in Los
Angeles and has since expanded to three locations. He is
also a New York Times best-selling
author, co-creator of Kite Hill, and board member for Impossible
Foods.
As an official partner of The World's 50 Best Restaurants,
Resorts World Las Vegas will host the opening and closing events of
the week.
- The World's 50 Best Restaurants - Welcome Dinner
at Carversteak (Private Event)
- To kick off The World's 50 Best Restaurants event
program, Carversteak is hosting an exclusive welcome event
featuring a one-of-a-kind dinner prepared by Carversteak's
Executive Chef Daniel
Ontiveros and master mixologist Francesco
Lafranconi, alongside chefs from the 'Best of the Best' group
of former No.1s in The World's 50 Best Restaurants list.
- Official 50 Best Closing Party at Allē Lounge on
66 (Private Event)
- Allē Lounge on 66 is hosting the closing event for The World's
50 Best Restaurants. The chefs for this exceptional event are
Executive Chef Devin
Hashimoto from Resorts World Las Vegas and Executive
Chef Tal Ronnen from
Crossroads Kitchen. The event will focus on a diverse range of
'clean' dishes, including vegan and vegetarian options, juices, and
regular cocktails.
In addition to official events, Resorts World will host
Indulge, a week-long dining series with special guests and
collaborations. Here's an overview of Indulge events.
- Industry Only Afterparty at Jalisco (Private
Event) - Monday, June 3
- Food writer Andy
Wang hosts an exclusive evening within Jalisco
Underground. The event will bring omakase from Sushi by Scratch
Restaurants and Chef Phillip Frankland
Lee alongside caviar bumps from Astrea Caviar and a beer
station from Big Noise.
- A Night with ¡VIVA! x
Brezza - Thursday, June
6
- Chef Ray Garcia of ¡VIVA! and
Chef Nicole Brisson of Brezza and Bar Zazu will collaborate to
bring guests an exclusive culinary experience showcasing the rich
tradition of Mexican cuisine. Combining Chef Ray Garcia's culinary history of Mexican
flavors, Chef Nicole Brisson will
showcase her modern Italian influence on classic dishes. The
intimate, six-course dinner will accompany Chef-led tableside
moments, in addition to an expertly curated wine pairing.
- Camphor Presents Steak Frites at RedTail -
Thursday, June 6 to Friday, June 7
- Camphor, led by Chefs Max Boonthanakit and
Lijo George, will bring LA's
popular monthly Steak Frites night to Las
Vegas for two nights only. Hosted by different members of
the Camphor community—musicians, entertainers, designers, and
more—Steak Frites is a night of good music, good food, and good
company.
- Chifa Takeover at FUHU - Friday,
June 7
- Chifa, the family-owned LA restaurant created by Humberto,
Rica, and Wendy Leon alongside Chef
John Liu, will serve
signature dishes at FUHU's lush patio for one night only. Menu
items featuring their beloved Chinese-Peruvian flair will include
their Trinity Fried Rice (created in
collaboration with iconic American singer, songwriter, and actress
Solange), Black Pepper Shrimp, and more.
- Humberto Leon's Birthday
Celebration at Zouk Nightclub - Friday, June 7
- Following the Chifa takeover, the former co-creative
director of Kenzo and co-founder of Opening Ceremony,
Humberto Leon, will celebrate
his birthday with close friends and his Chifa family at Zouk
Nightclub, bringing together the worlds of food and fashion.
For more information, to purchase event tickets and make
reservations, visit
www.rwlasvegas.com/experiences/indulge/
ABOUT RESORTS WORLD LAS
VEGAS
Since opening in 2021, Resorts World Las Vegas has become the
premier destination on the Las Vegas Strip. Developed by Genting
Berhad, a publicly traded Malaysian corporation registered with the
Nevada Gaming Commission, the $4.3
billion resort is dedicated to providing guests with a
one-of-a-kind luxury experience, complete with exceptional service,
exquisite design, and unparalleled amenities. In a partnership with
Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Resorts World Las Vegas integrates
three of Hilton's premium brands into its resort campus. With over
3,500 guest rooms and suites, featuring modern design and luxurious
touches, the property consists of Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts
World, the resort's full-service brand; Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts
World, Hilton's lifestyle luxury brand; and LXR, Hilton's network
of independent luxury properties, which operates as Crockfords Las
Vegas, Genting's internationally renowned ultra-luxury brand. The
fully integrated resort boasts a wide range of world-class
amenities and services including a 117,000 square foot
state-of-the-art fully cashless casino floor, a 5,000
capacity theatre featuring the industry's top headlining talent,
distinct day and nightlife venues, a curated retail collection
featuring designer and boutique shops, a stunning
27,000-square-foot spa and wellness center, over 50 food and
beverage offerings from across the globe and more. Resorts World
Las Vegas has ushered in a new world for luxury resorts, and
invites guests to indulge with friends. Resorts World Las Vegas is
Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED™ with Forbes Travel
Guide while all three hotel brands are LEED Gold Certified. For
more information, please visit rwlasvegas.com or find us on
Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
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