Dine Drink Vegas

The Southwest Airlines Blues: Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 34

Lots of people take Southwest to get to Las Vegas since it offers so many direct flights. What do their recent changes mean for your Vegas travel? The drink of the day is the Pan Am Clipper, and as always we bring you the Vegas news. Come travel with us!
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Top 5 Overrated Las Vegas Experiences: Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 33

In our first 32 episodes, we talked about what you should do in Las Vegas. What's not worth doing? John and Bill have very different ideas.
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Sometimes a Cigar is Just a Cigar: Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 32

In Episode 32, we remember that sometimes a cigar is just a cigar. Bill talks about all of the best cigar lounges in Las Vegas, and the drink of the day is a classic daquiri... because rum goes with cigars! As always, we share the latest Vegas news.
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Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 31 Almost Live From The Plaza

We initially recorded this episode live from The Plaza, but... Vegas. Get the lowdown on one of the anchors of the Fremont Street Experience. What did we like, and what would we do differently next time? How does Esther's Kitchen compare to Le Cirque and 7th and Carson? Come travel with us!
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Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 30 Suite Life at Vdara

The Texabama crew overcomes time and space to bring you Episode 30, in which we discuss the Suite Life at Vdara as well as a sweet trip to downtown #lasvegas while we stay the The Plaze. Our #podcast also features the drink of the day, which may be the worst thing since Smurf Barf in Episode 12. Follow #dinedrinkvegas for everyone who is stuck at home but who wishes they were in the land of neon lights and bad decisions!

Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 29 Biloxi vs Vegas

We are back after our hiatus! We just went on a trip to Biloxi, and we have booked another trip to Vegas. How do they compare?
Dine Drink Vegas is the podcast for everyone who is stuck at home but who wishes they were in the land of neon lights and bad decisions. Join John and Bill as they share the drink of the day, all of the Las Vegas news, and take a deep dive into something Vegas related. Come travel with us!
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Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 28 Mai Tais and the Annual Pool Day Episode

Episode 28 - Annual Pool Episode
 
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Drink of the Day - A Real Mai Tai1 oz light  rum
1 oz dark rum (Jamaican preferred) 1 oz fresh lime juice1/2 oz orgeat syrup (almond-flavored syrup) 1/2 oz of orange brandy or liqueurMethod 1: Shake all ingredients and serve trained over crushed iceMethod 2: Shake all ingredients EXCEPT the dark rum. Strain over crushed ice and float the dark rum on topEither way, garnish w/ mint and/or a citrus wheelRecommended Pools
 
Bill’s Take 
John’s Take
I need the atmosphere I am in to make sense with what I am doing that day.
Circa Stadium Swim- particularly in early Fall
Mandalay Bay
Four Seasons
Most Relaxing - Park MGMBest Deal - The PlazaBest Special Experience - Caesar's Night Swim on July 4Best overall pool complex - Mandalay Bay
Vegas NewsJacob’s Life In Vegas shared a UNLV report showing that over the last 5 years, as slots around town have tightened up, Downtown now pays out LESS than the Strip Las Vegas Locally reported that the last single-deck 3/2 Black Jack games, which was at El Cortez, is no moreA man was arrested for murder at a bus stop on Las Vegas Boulevard after a fight took a wrong turn. The alleged murder is reported to have eaten part of the victim’s faceJim Beam has announced that they will be releasing a 16 year old version of their bottom-shelf hidden gem Old GrandadOutro

Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 27 Mid Strip Showdown

In Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 27, we have a Mid-Strip showdown as we talk about Flamingo vs The Linq. Where should you stay? Listen to find out! We also have a smashing good drink of the day as we try every possible variation on the Whiskey Smash.
Dine Drink Vegas is the podcast by and for everyone stuck at home who wishes they were in the land of neon lights and bad decisions. With faces made for radio, in every episode John and Bill bring you the drink of the day, a deep dive into Las Vegas, and all of the Vegas news and highlights. Come travel with us!
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Episode 27- Mid-Strip Showdown
Drink of the Day - Whiskey Smash2 oz of the whiskey of your choiceMint leaves
Fruit (traditionally four lemon wedges, but your call)1 Sugar cubeMuddle the mint, fruit, and sugar cube in the bottom of a shaker. Add the bourbon and ice and shake. Strain over rocks in a highball glass and garnish with mint Mid-Strip Show-Down: Flamingo vs Linq
 
Bill’s Take 
 
John’s Take
My shower flooded. I had to use three different machines and a human agent to check in.
Rooms
Got upgraded to a suite- clean and comfortable and felt bigger than it was. Minor wear and tear on the furniture but otherwise great
Irrelevant due to location unless you want upscale steak with large people in thongs.
Dining
Flamingo had nothing I craved. Some solid options at Linq, especially counting the Promenade - and they even had vending machines for pizza and cake
I missed the Speakeasy in Flamingo. The Linq Promenade makes this essentially a tie.
Bars
Edge to the Linq due to O'Sheas
6/5 even on weekdays.
Casinos
Both properties The VP odds stink. Slots are tight. Walk to Ellis Island. 
Felt like it was living on past glory.
Vibe/Feel
Linq is affordable and youthful without being trashy. Flamingo feels tired. Needs TLC. 
More at the Flamingo, but it is super weird. Who allows cameras at the spa
Amenities 
The Linq’s pool is for the party crowd. Flamingo is more chill. Edge Flamingo if you are old. Edge Linq if you like loud DJs.
Linq
What’s your pick?
Linq
Vegas NewsThe Plaza announced that starting May 24, they’ll be setting off fireworks every Friday night at 9:15 this summerThe RJ reports that Fountainbleua’s newest restaurant, La Côte, a French-Mediterranean spot in their newly-opened 6 acre pool complex, is open to hotel guests only, doubling-down on the resort’s vibe of exclusivity or, perhaps, snobbery, depending on your POVNoMad is OUT at Park MGM after Hilton buys the brand elsewhere (Park’s hotel within a hotel NoMad was separated by contract, per VV) VV reported two days ago  that the President of Wynn/Encore to “pursue other interests” but Scott said that the phrase is, for once, not a euphemism for a firing and that there’s no behind-the-scenes drama. We note with interest that VV stirred the pot today, asking Twitter followers what they’d think if, hypothetically, if Blackstone, former Cosmos owners, were to buy a big stake in Wynn/Encore. Given Scott’s track record of dropping a rumor or hypothetical which turns out to have legs, do we think things are afoot at the house that Steve Wynn built? 360 Vegas dropped a glowing review of “The Rat Pack Is Back” at Tuscany- Bill, you don’t usually catch shows. Any interest in this one? Outro

Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 26 Touchdown Emmitt Smith

In Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 26, we look at the latest steakhouse in Las Vegas- Emmitt's Vegas located outside the Fashion Show Mall. With a prime location on the Las Vegas Strip, this new hotpot is fantastic. John and Bill talk about their meal there. For the drink of the day, we explore the Anything Old Fashioned. As always, we cover all of the important Las Vegas news.
Dine Drink Vegas is the podcast by and for everyone stuck at home who wishes they were in the land of neon lights and bad decisions. With faces made for podcasting, in every episode John and Bill bring you the drink of the day and everything you need to know about Las Vegas. Come travel with us!
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Episode 26- Touchdown Emmitt Smith!
Drink of the Day - Non-Whiskey old Fashioneds 2  ounces of ANY spirit Bitters
Sweetener to taste
Stirred over ice in the serving glassEmmitt’s Steakhouse - Location
- Ambiance/Vibes- Drinks
- Food
- Service- Overall ratingOther “value pick” steak houses
 
Vegas NewsThe As are going to play in Sacramento for either 3 or 4 years. Seats 14,000 including SRO, and they averaged 7000 last year. No rent, As will pay for park upgrades, and MLBPA is not happy with major leaguers in a minor league park.
 
Fontainebleau is changing their rewards program, which was i point per $2 of slot or video poker play to 1 point per $5 in slot play OR $10 in video poker playThe Tropicana is now closed.(Las Vegas Locally reports that asbestos abetment will slow down any demo/implosion plans) The Monorail’s days appease to be numbered, per MANY sourcesA Boeing 737 flown by Southwest had to make an emergency landing on its trip from Denver to HOuston due to a loose engine cowling. Not directly Vegas-related, but I’ve flown from here to Houston to Denver to Vegas before and Boeing’s issues impact all Southwest flyers science their whole fleet are 737sLost Spirits Distilling at Area 15 closes on April 29
 
Trump Hotel is co-owned with Phil Ruffin (TI and Circus Circus). Las Vegas Review Journal on April 5 discussed that it could be sold as the former president attempts to pay his legal fees. That is still speculation at this point.Plans were announced for the King David hotel and resort aimed at Jewish vistors. Many, including Scott at VV, doubt it will ever actually openGlitter Gulch TikiBar is getting ready to open in the former Nacho Daddy space on Fremont (fear not Nacho fans, Nacho Daddy moved into a bigger space around the corner on 4th street) (VV) 
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Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 25 Finally Fontainebleau

In Dine Drink Vegas Podcast Episode 25, we explore the beautiful Fontainebleau hotel. We talk about everything it has to offer as well as what the major drawbacks are. Our drink of the day in on point and pays homage to the original Fontainebleau in Miami, and then we return to Las Vegas with all of the latest news.
Dine Drink Vegas is the podcast by and for everyone stuck at home who wishes they were in the land of neon lights and bad decisions. With faces made for radio, John and Bill bring you everything Vegas. You can also find us on YouTube at Dine Drink Vegas, and on all major social media platforms @dinedrinktravel. Come travel with us!
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Episode 25- Finally Fountainbleau
Drink of the Day - The Miami Cocktail (A drink that seems to have been invented by the Cointreau company- at least, I can’t find an origin story) 1 ounce Contreau or the orange liquor of your choosing
1.5  ounce light rum 
3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Shaken and strainedBill’s take on FBLVBeautifulSuper comfortable bedGood serviceGreat barsMother WolfLast Q- do you recommend FBLV and, if so, to who? 
Super Expensive
$180 spa day pass on a Wednesday
No 3/2 Blackjack for less than $50 Wednesday mid-day
$15.50 slice of pizza
Super-expensive steakhouses
One other problem– it was pretty far away from everything, and the sidewalks aren’t set up well.
 
Vegas News-VV and other sources report Fountainbleau is countersuing Wynn in their flap over staff poaching between the two luxury resorts-VV reports the Rio has re-opened their Wine Cellar tasting room as part of the new ownership rejuvenating the property- multiple outlets covered the story from two weeks ago that a guest at the Venetian was stung in the testicles by a Scorpion while he slept - Eater Vegas reports that Sammy Hagar will be headlining at the Palms this summer and the pool will be turned into “Sammy's Island,” complete wit themed cabana and his rum, tequila, canned cocktails, and beer-Also from Eater, Bellagio opens the new poolside eatery Como Poolside Café & Bar-Margaritaville at Flamingo is closing, per many outlets-the Neon News blog from the Neon Feast app reports that famed La Frontera in chicago owner and PBS Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless will be brining Tortazo, a Torta shop, to Ceasar’s Palce. This marks his return to the Vegas strip as his MGM Grand eatery Diago shuttered back in 2013Outro