Marble rye’s one of those beloved East Coast foods that is so difficult to find west of the Mississippi, but readers have several sources for Rosemary Nahay, who’s trying to find it.
Food
Big Al’s Oyster Bar, bar area, The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., received 20 demerits Dec. 4. Violations included chemicals not stored properly. GRADE: B
Great, traditional steakhouses are a Las Vegas birthright. But valley meat-lovers lately have begun to appreciate some new twists on the classic martini/shrimp cocktail/T-bone/baked potato paradigm.
Our readers know their candy.
Ah, fresh mozzarella; there’s nothing like its delicate texture and nutty flavor. And this week readers tell Bob Daniels where to find it.
A-Ri-Rang Korean BBQ & Restaurant, 953 E. Sahara Ave., received 20 demerits Nov. 25. Violations included unlabeled foods. GRADE: B
Camacho’s Cantina is the first Nevada venture from the Camacho family, who have five California restaurants (including a Camacho’s Cantina at Universal Studios), plus outlets in the Staples Center, Dodger Stadium, Home Depot Center and Pepsi Center.
Upholstered chairs. Vases with fresh flowers. A lounge area that looks like it belongs in a coffee shop. High-tech video screens broadcasting family-friendly fare.
Brown-rice sushi may not be strictly authentic, but it’s a boon to those who are trying to eat more healthfully and get more whole grains into their diets. And two readers have sources for Mallory Loyes, who’s looking for it.
I’m reminded at this time of year that, besides the continued good health — and good humor — of family and friends, I’m most thankful for Taste of the Town readers. So let’s get right to the requests to help as many as possible.
Carino’s Italian Grill, which opened almost a year ago at 7050 N. Durango Drive, adds another name to the valley’s casual, moderately priced Italian restaurants, but a few of its items set it apart: lasagna, meatballs and tiramisu made daily in-house.