Food

R-J columnist receives honor

October 1, 2008 - 9:00 pm

Review-Journal wine columnist Gil Lempert-Schwarz recently received the French Ordre du Mérite Agricole for his contributions to the field of wine.

The Ordre du Mérite Agricole is the highest individual honor in the world of wine that is bestowed by the French government. The Grand Master of this Order is the sitting French president, and he exercises final power in the declarations of the Order.

Henderson resident Lempert-Schwarz has written Wine of the Week for the Review-Journal since 1999. His column appears every Wednesday in the Taste section.

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Where to celebrate the Kentucky Derby in Las Vegas

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

May 2, 2024 - 3:53 pm

From cocktail specials to viewing parties, Vegas marks the sesquicentennial Run for the Roses.

Singer Alicia Keys takes a bow during the curtain call on the opening night of "Hell's Kit ...

Top 10 things to do in Las Vegas this week

May 2, 2024 - 8:46 am

The Lovers & Friends fest, San Gennaro Feast and comedian Matt Rife top this week’s entertainment lineup.

For Mother's Day 2024, tinga chilaquiles from Toca Madera on the Las Vegas Strip. (T.J. Perez)

Where to go for Mother’s Day brunch in Las Vegas

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

May 2, 2024 - 7:06 am

Food and drink specials, prix fixe menus, bottomless boozing and more to celebrate the mother(s) in your life.

An Uber Eats delivery order is delivered to a customer in this file photo. (Courtesy Uber Eats)

How much should you tip your DoorDash or Uber Eats driver?

By Beth Ann Mayer AMG-Parade

May 2, 2024 - 7:01 am

Current and former DoorDash or Uber Eats drivers share how much you should tip for a food delivery, and how it feels when they walk away empty-handed.

Vegas restaurant deals for service members during Military Appreciation Month

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

May 1, 2024 - 6:53 am

In May, discounts and specials at Las Vegas Valley restaurants celebrate the contributions of service members.

Nevada among E.coli walnuts recall after several sicknesses

By Marvin Clemons / RJ

May 1, 2024 - 6:45 pm

A dozen people in seven states have become ill and seven have been hospitalized with symptoms of E.coli, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Longtime family Mexican restaurant opens Palace Station location

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

May 2, 2024 - 1:02 pm

Lindo Michoacan is opening its fourth location in Las Vegas after it debuted on East Desert Inn Road almost 35 years ago.

McDonald's sign is seen in Wheeling, Ill., Thursday, March 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

McDonald’s plans to step up deals to combat slower fast food traffic

By Dee-Ann Durbin AP Business Writer

April 30, 2024 - 8:59 am

McDonald’s same-store sales growth fell short of Wall Street targets. The burger giant said customers are eating out less often in some markets because of inflation.

2 of Mexico’s top bartenders are pouring in Vegas for Cinco de Mayo

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

April 30, 2024 - 8:36 am

The pair, from bars ranked in the top 10 in the world, are starring in a pop-up at a hidden cocktail lounge.

Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Las Vegas

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

May 1, 2024 - 8:08 pm

Las Vegas loves to Cinco. Here are some places featuring food and drink specials and other Cinco de Mayo events.