It seems to be a season of revisiting older stars having new moments. Last week it was Jerry Lewis, this week it’s Pete Rose. But their names endure because they don’t really ever disappear or give up. So here’s the latest on Rose, who seems like a changed …

It’s that time of year, so I figured it was time to check back in with the irascible Jerry Lewis. I hadn’t interviewed him since 2007 when, you might recall, his then-publicist set off a firestorm by trying to …

Look, up in a shopping mall! It’s a hookah lounge! It’s a bar! It’s Nu Sanctuary! Yes, it’s Nu Sanctuary, a restaurant that came to Town Square with powers and kitchen abilities far beyond those of mortal mall eateries. Nu Sanctuary! That can change the course of mall wine bars with a good list, bend burgers into something magnificent…

Here’s this week’s LVW column. Enjoy. -sf Where’s Vegas’ sports arena? By STEVE FRIESS There is no intelligent reason for the County Commission to oppose the construction of the Silver State Arena and the financing arrangement its developers have proposed. That, sadly, leaves us with the stupid ones. The Silver State Arena is the $750 million …

Monta – The Raku of Noodle Soups Less is more when it comes to restaurant menus. A restaurant specializing in a certain cuisine (or even a single dish or two) is always better than a place trying to be all things to all people. For years I’ve chanted this mantra, and advised, cajoled and screamed at chefs to cut…

Here’s this week’s Las Vegas Weekly column. Enjoy. -sf Las Vegas’ downturn could have a surprising upside By STEVE FRIESS Last month, after moderating a political debate for a local business group, I stayed to talk with some attendees. One chat stuck…

While the rest of the media takes cheap shots derived from their ideological or personal differences, I present the other way on the R-J lawsuit drama for this week’s Las Vegas Weekly. And bravo for the…

Mix Zone Cafe offers a better Thai experience than its locale might suggest John Curtas Wed, Jul 14, 2010 (6:50 p.m.) Photo: Beverly Poppe When the Mix Zone Cafe opened in late 2008, my first thought was of…

Sorry, sorry, sorry for being a lousy blogger this week. Some weeks, I just don’t feel it. I’ll be back on track today and in coming days, I swear. In the meantime, here’s this week’s Las Vegas Weekly piece: Cash is still king Calling BS on Global Cash’s “cashless gaming” proposal By STEVE …

Here’s my second Sun Valley-related column, this one looking at Parry Thomas’ views on where Vegas is today and what it needs to do. Enjoy. -sf Thomas & Smack Parry Thomas is still outspoken at 89, and says Vegas needs a train to LA now By STEVE FRIESS One story in the news caught my eye as I …

Despite the hype, and an Asian spin on an American classic, Bachi Burger falls short John Curtas Wed, Jun 30, 2010 (4:10 p.m.) Bachi Burger’s Kalbi Burger Photo: Beverly Poppe Semi-Asian …

Sirio at Aria plays it safe to please the masses—with a few surprises John Curtas Wed, Jun 16, 2010 (12:31 p.m.) Cannolis with pistachio foam from Sirio. Photo: Leila Navidi Sirio Maccioni is a living legend. one of a …

Another week, another news story broken in an interview on the Strip. This time, it’s Vinnie Favorito disclosing his new six-year contract extension at the Flamingo. OK, it’s more fun when the performer beats the crap out of his employer, but whatever. Here goes. S ubscribe (it’s free!)…

Here’s this week’s LVW col., the follow-up to this weekend’s stunning interview with comic Paul Rodriguez from the podcast, which you can hear here . Enjoy. -sf His own worst enemy Comedian Paul Rodriguez talks smack about the Trop and his own show, but it’s no joke By STEVE FRIESS A comic’s big mouth is his most significant attribute. No…