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Old Roots, New Leaves: The New Park MGM Las Vegas
The evolution, then the process, of re-imagining one thing into another can be a lengthy process. And when it comes to the creation of a new hotel based on the foundations of an established one, the process can be even more complex on multiple levels. The levels often involve repurposing, redevelopment, and rebranding combined. The renowned Monte Carlo Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, opened in 1996, is a recent example. Its process of redevelopment began in 2015, and now by March of 2018, will officially be recreated into a new entity: the new Park MGM Las Vegas. Recently, we saw what had been done and what was planned. Most of the hotel’s…
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RECIPE: Baked Apples with Vanilla and Lavender, Fragrant Fruit + Flowers.
The scent of baking sweet apples, cinnamon and vanilla are a quintessential combination. Fresh, fragrant and a lovely twist, Lavender flowers blended with apples to create an exquisite delight for the senses in this easy recipe from an award-winning cookbook. Baked Apples with Vanilla and Lavender Ingredients 3 to 4 apples, depending on the size (Royal Gala, Empire, Fuji or other baking apples) 11⁄2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon sherry 1 teaspoon cinnamon Nutmeg 1 teaspoon lavender flowers Directions Lightly butter shallow a microwave-safe dish. Stove Top: Peel the apples, cut them in half, then core them and slice them into 6 to 8 slices. Place…
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Sweet Bites: A Look at Pies, Famous Tartes and Tortes
The scent of pies and tarts baking can conjure wonderful memories and lift the spirits. Their promise of sweet bites, evoking feelings of warmth and comfort paired with copious amounts of tea or coffee and good company to accompany. As the fork presses down breaking its outer shell to release the deliciousness inside, each bite lifted to your lips, their delicate perfume fills your mouth while the flavors mingle and dance on your palate. The journey of pies from past to present, those simple through elaborate pieces of art, came from very humble beginnings. A favorite of dessert lovers, pies and tarts are a baked dish of filling over pastry…
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Recipe: Smoked Duck and Summer Truffle Salad with Truffle-Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
This recipe for Smoked Duck and Summer Truffle Salad with Truffle-Honey Mustard Vinaigrette is easy to prepare, very flavorful, and unique. The smoked duck breast, duck bacon and baked ricotta salata cheese give the salad substance, making a perfect summer meal. There are only a few weeks left for French summer truffle season, so make this recipe while truffles are still available. If you miss the window for summer truffles, you could easily substitute Burgundy truffles. Italian summer truffles can also be used, however, French summer black truffles are more flavorful than Italian summer truffles and they generally have a more pleasing aroma. Summer truffles from Italy tend to be…
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DISCOVER: Belgian Endive
The Belgian Endive, a mystical vegetable with its distinctive tangy flavor of each leaf. The mystique of the Belgian Endive mystique has endured. Since its accidental discovery in 1830 by a Belgian farmer and further enhanced by the unsuccessful attempts to mechanize its unusual growth process. A Round-the-clock need for attention, executed with the passion that only artists can give, is what ensures the consistency of this interesting vegetable. Worldwide attention and fame to the Belgian Endive spread as chefs around the world. Described as flavorful, versatile, there is also an artistic presence to the distinct graphic shape. Not to overlook its low sodium and calorie count, at one one…
Ode to Luxury and The Art of Life
