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Restaurant Week is returning earlier than usual this year, as Three Square food bank has added a spring edition of the culinary event.

Restaurant Week is scheduled Monday through March 4 at participating restaurants across the Las Vegas Valley, which will offer prix fixe menus for $20.12, $30.12 or $50.12 to benefit Three Square in fighting hunger in Southern Nevada.

For more information and to find participating restaurants, visit helpoutdineoutlv.org.

THE ORLEANS PLANS MARDI GRAS DINING SPECIALS

The Courtyard Café at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave., plans to offer jambalaya with choice of gumbo or house salad and key lime pie for $12.99 in honor of Mardi Gras today.

The Fresh Market Buffet will be $8.99 for lunch and $13.99 for dinner (discounts for B Connected club members) and will serve a special Mardi Gras menu with jambalaya, chicken gumbo, seafood etouffee, crawfish, red beans and rice, dirty rice, shrimp Creole, stuffed peppers, pecan chicken, blackened turkey cutlets, muffalettas, beignets, bread pudding, Kings cakes and pecan tarts.

Free beignets and champagne are planned to be served at noon and 8 p.m. near the Race & Sports Book. All casino bars will offer $10 Hurricanes, frozen drinks or domestic drafts with a keepsake glass.

CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS WITH BRUNCH AT SILVERTON

The Seasons Buffet at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road, plans to mark Mardi Gras today with a special Mardi Gras Brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The menu will feature shrimp cocktail and snow crab legs from the chilled seafood section and stuffed crab, crawfish boil and shrimp etouffee in the hot seafood section. Other entrees will be jambalaya, spicy shrimp, chicken and asparagus, roasted turkey breast and country fried steak. The carving station will have brown sugar-glazed ham, crusted roast beef and juniper maple smoke salmon.

The cost is $24.99 per person or $22.99 with a Silverton Rewards card. The Mardi Gras Bar will be open for $5 all-you-can-drink hurricanes (guests get to keep the glass). Bottomless champagne will be an additional $3.

ELEVATION BURGER PLANS FIRST LAS VEGAS LOCATION

Elevation Burger plans to open its first Las Vegas Valley location at 5130 S. Fort Apache Road, Suite 240.

The fast-casual restaurant serves 100 percent USDA-certified organic and 100 percent grass-fed, free-range burgers.

For more information, visit elevationburger.com.

KJ KITCHEN DIM SUM & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT OPENS IN THE RIO

KJ Kitchen Dim Sum & Seafood Restaurant has opened inside the Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road.

The new dim sum menu is available during lunch at the 4,600-square-foot restaurant. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 a.m. daily.

LEARN TO ROLL SUSHI AT HACHI

Hachi Modern Japanese, inside Red Rock Resort at 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., offers monthly sushi rolling classes. The next one is set for 6:30 p.m. Thursday.

The two-hour class will offer each participant his own work area with all ingredients at arm’s length. The cost is $85 per person, plus tax.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 797-7054.

GET A HEALTHY FIX AT DAILY KITCHEN & WELLNESS BAR IN SUMMERLIN

Daily Kitchen & Wellness Bar, a new fast-casual concept restaurant from The LEV Restaurant Group in Las Vegas, has opened at 3645 S. Town Center Drive in the Gardens Plaza in Summerlin.

Hours are from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Sunday. For more information, call 685-7100 or visit dkeatery.com.

The breakfast menu includes the DK Egg Sandwich with egg whites, turkey sausage and cheddar cheese on whole wheat bread. Lunch offerings include sugar snap pea and quinoa with tofu or raw Tuscan kale and the Tasty Turkey Burger. The Wellness Bar features fresh juice blends such as the Harmony with cucumber, kale, spinach, apple and lemon juice.

ARTFULLY SWEET FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT SOUTHERN NEVADA CHILDREN FIRST

The third annual Artfully Sweet fundraiser to benefit Southern Nevada Children First is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. March 24 at The Ridges, 11277 Marble Ridge Drive.

Artisan treats, live performances and a silent auction are planned. SNCF is a nonprofit organization that provides long-term transitional housing and life skills training to homeless pregnant and parenting teens and young adults ages 16 to 22.

Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance. For more information, call 207-9093 or 487-5665, or email artfullysweet@gmail.com.

HASH HOUSE A GO GO TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL PANCAKE WEEK

Hash House A Go Go plans to celebrate National Pancake Week through Saturday by offering pancakes designed by Rick Harrison of "Pawn Stars," "The Price is Right Live!" host Joey Fatone and Flamingo headliner and comedian George Wallace.

The pancake that sells the most at the end of the week will be declared the winner, with $1 from each of the three celebrity pancakes sold going to the charity of the celebrity’s choice. Funds raised by Harrison’s pancake will go to Child Focus, Fatone’s will go to the Fatone Family Foundation, and Wallace’s will go to Smile Train.

Harrison’s pancake is chocolate and peanut butter. Fatone’s pancake features Reese’s Pieces designed with the pieces as eyes and chopped bacon as a smiley face. Wallace’s pancake is coated with strawberry frosted flakes and served with a hint of cinnamon and maple syrup with bacon on the side.

All four Hash House A Go Go locations will offer the pancakes. For more information or to find a location near you, visit hashhouseagogo.com/lasvegas.

KERRY’S GOURMET BURGERS ANNOUNCES BURGER AND SHAKE OF THE MONTH

KGB: Kerry’s Gourmet Burgers at Harrah’s Las Vegas, 3475 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is offering a special burger and shake combo for $18.

During February, the combo will feature the tandoori chicken burger with a mango chili shake, and the mushroom Swiss turkey burger will be featured in March along with the cheesecake milkshake. April will feature the Italian flavor burger and a tiramisu milkshake.

For more information, call 369-5065 or visit harrahslasvegas.com.

LAKESIDE OFFERS OYSTER HAPPY HOUR AT WYNN LAS VEGAS

Lakeside at Wynn Las Vegas, 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is extending its oyster happy hour from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. nightly.

Guests can enjoy a selection of fresh Hama Hama, Shibumi, St. Simone or Rappahannock oysters for $1.50 per piece at the bar or in the lounge.

MORELS FRENCH STEAKHOUSE RETURNS MUSSELS, FRITES AND CRAFT BEER MENU

The Mussels, Frites and Craft Beer menu is back at Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro at The Palazzo, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South.

The menu features Moules A La Crème (steamed with tarragon, garlic and crème fraiche), Moules Boston (chowder-style corn, Nueske bacon and cream sauce) and Moules Provencals (steamed in salsa verde broth with fresh herbs and Pistou), paired with beer selections of Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA, Delaware; Full Sail IPA, Oregon; Firestone Union Jack, California; North Coast Pranqster, California; and Sierra Nevada Kellerweis Hefeweizen, California.

The special menu is available all day daily through March 31.

DRAGON NOODLE CO. BRINGS BACK BEER DINNER MENU

Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar inside the Monte Carlo, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to bring back its Beer Dinner menu in March.

The menu offers three courses paired with three beers for $28 per person. It features a spicy tuna roll, paired with Sapporo from Japan; family-style appetizer of salt and pepper calamari and vegetable spring roll, paired with Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Pale Ale; and an entree served family style (one choice per guest) of sweet and sour chicken, Kung Pao chicken, beef with snow peas or vegetable chow mein, paired with Pyramid Haywire Hefeweizen.

For reservations, call 730-7965.

MARGARITAVILLE PLANS NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY CELEBRATION

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at the Flamingo, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to mark National Margarita Day Wednesday with drink specials, a recipe contest and the release of the recipe to Jimmy Buffett’s favorite margarita, "The Perfect Margarita."

All patrons celebrating a birthday on that day will receive a $22.20 gift certificate to use during their visit, and guests born on Feb. 22, 1922 will receive complimentary food and beverages throughout the day.

For more information, call 733-3302 or visit margaritaville.com.

EL SEGUNDO SOL TO HOST COOKING CLASS

El Segundo Sol inside Fashion Show mall, 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host a cooking class with chef Terry Lynch at 10 a.m. Saturday.

The menu is set to feature guacamole with serrano and pomegranate, jicama and grapefruit salad with Guajillo chile dressing and braised pork tacos with ancho and pineapple. Dessert will be bunuellos with mango syrup. Winter white sangria and margaritas with cilantro and cumin are also on the menu.

The cost is $25. For more information or to make a reservation, call 258-1211.

CASA FUENTE PLANS GLENFIDDICH SCOTCH WHISKY CASK OF DREAMS

Casa Fuente inside The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, 3570 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host Glenfiddich Scotch whisky and brand ambassador Mitch Bechard for a tasting of the newly released and limited Cask of Dreams Scotch whisky from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 29.

All members of the Casa Fuente Spirits Society are invited. Others can join by visiting casafuentespiritssociety.com or sign up at the bar.

GOLDEN GRILL TO SERVE FEBRUARY DINNER SPECIAL

The Golden Grill at the Gold Spike, 217 Las Vegas Blvd. North, is offering a four-course dinner for two Fridays and Saturdays in February for $19.99.

Cupid’s Appetizer platter is followed by a salad for two. The main course is an 8-ounce New York steak and shrimp scampi with choice of potato and assorted vegetables. Dessert is included.

For more information, call 384-8444.

RESTAURANTS AT RAMPART CASINO ANNOUNCE FEBRUARY DINING SPECIALS

The Carmel Room at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to offer a four-course dinner with a complimentary glass of wine for $44.99 per person during February.

The meal features soup of the day, salad and entree choices of pan-roasted chicken breast, grilled prime rib, shrimp scampi or combination of shrimp scampi and a 3-ounce tenderloin medallion. Dessert is creme brulee.

For reservations, call 507-5955.

The Promenade Café plans to offer $3.99 Early Riser specials daily from 5 to 9 a.m. during February.

The specials include The Sun City (two eggs any style, hash browns, two strips of bacon or two sausage links and toast), The Siena (short stack of pancakes and two strips of bacon or two sausage links) and The Anthem (two-egg omelet with two items of your choice and toast).

MARIE CALLENDER’S offering PIEs TO GO SALE

Marie Callender’s is offering a pie to go sale through Feb. 29, with more than 30 varieties available for $7.99, including the tin.

Selections are apple, banana cream, berry, blueberry, cherry, coconut cream, French apple, lemon meringue, peach and pumpkin. The sale excludes cheesecakes, seasonal fresh fruit pies and promotional pies.

For more information or to find a location near you, visit mcpies.com.

PT’S, SIERRA GOLD SERVING FEBRUARY DINING SPECIALS

PT’s and Sierra Gold tavern locations across the Las Vegas Valley plan to feature food and drink specials in February.

Both will offer 25-ounce Miller Lite mugs, Henry Weinhard’s India Pale Ale bottles, Three Olives cocktails and 1800 Silver tequila shots starting at $4.25.

At PT’s, food specials will be grilled tuna salad, jambalaya, meatloaf sandwich, turkey melt, Italian burger and dessert of the day, starting at $4.99 24 hours a day.

At Sierra Gold, food specials will be griled tuna salad, jambalaya, meatloaf sandwich, Buffalo chicken chips, Italian burger and dessert of the day.

For more information or to find locations near you, visit pteglv.com.

CANNERY OFFERING FEBRUARY DINING SPECIALS

The Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road, is offering food specials during February, including a $13.99 carne asada pizza at Casa Cocina. Add a Casa Rita for $3.99. The Casa Bar is offering a tequila shot for $2 with the purchase of a Casa Rita.

Victory’s Cafe is offering chicken fried pork loin for $11.99 with roasted potatoes, baked apple slices, house salad and rolls . The prime rib dinner is $9.99 and features an 8-ounce prime rib with mashed potatoes or french fries and vegetable with salad and rolls. Add a Bud or Bud Light draft to either meal for $2.

Vino’s Ristorante is offering wild mushroom fettucini for $17. Take 10 percent off any bottle of wine from Vino’s Signature list with the purchase of this entree.

Waverly’s Steak House has herb-roasted chicken and pea risotto for $20. Take 10 percent off any bottle of wine from Waverly’s Signature list with the purchase of this entree.

Vino’s Pizzeria is offering $2 off any large pizza when you present your CAN Club card.

EASTSIDE CANNERY SERVING FOOD AND BEVERAGE SPECIALS

The Eastside Cannery, 5255 Boulder Highway, is offering $2 call and domestics from 4 to 7 p.m. daily at casino bars.

The sports bar special is $1 drafts during any sporting event. Marilyn’s Bar is offering $1 Buds from 2 to 7 p.m. Fridays in February.

Snaps is serving a $2.14 breakfast special of two eggs any style, bacon or sausage, hash browns and toast from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday. A barbecue beef brisket special with coleslaw, baked beans and hot corn bread is $5.99 with the purchase of a drink. The prime rib dinner is $9.99 from 3 to 11 p.m. daily and features an 8-ounce slice of prime rib, choice of mashed potatoes or french fries and vegetables.

At Carve, a three-course fresh grilled salmon dinner is $21.99 and includes vegetable, choice of soup or salad and a glass of house wine.

At Casa Cocina, the fajita rita special is $9.99 and features steak or chicken fajitas with a 10-ounce house margarita.

The Deli is offering a $5 burger special with fries and a drink.

The Cannery Row Buffet is $7 all day Saturdays and Sundays in February.

RESTAURANTS OFFERING FEBRUARY DINING SPECIALS AT SAM’S TOWN

Willy & Jose’s inside Sam’s Town, 5111 Boulder Highway, plans to offer pollo con chorizo for $13.99 in February. The dish features marinated grilled chicken breast topped with jalapeno, chorizo and melted jack and cheddar cheeses. It is served with corn or flour tortillas, Mexican rice, beans and chips and salsa.

Billy Bob’s Steak House & Saloon plans to offer teriyaki New York steak for $19 in February. It includes New York steak marinated in soy, ginger and pineapple, charbroiled, glazed with teriyaki and served with grilled pineapple. It is served with soup or salad, potato or rice and a bread basket.

ELDORADO, JOKERS WILD CASINOS OFFERing FEBRUARY DINING SPECIALS

Mariana’s Cantina inside the Eldorado Casino, 140 S. Water St., plans to offer all-you-can-eat tacos for $5.99 from 4 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays in February.

The Court Cafe at the Eldorado Casino and Jokers Wild Casino, 920 N. Boulder Higwhay, will offer a spaghetti dinner for $2.99 from 11 a.m. to close in February. The meal includes a soup or salad.