The Neon Boneyard Park
The Duck Greets You
And, Neon Art Follows
We will visit again and again. Not just for the neon art. But, also, for the stories…
Every guide spins their own narrative about the signs and their history. And, these stories rich with history are just as mesmerizing as the glowing neon art. For the nighttime tours, the signs are lit. Without a doubt, we’ll be doing that next time.
Exit Through The Gift Shop
Actually, you enter and exit through the gift shop. And, you’ll be tempted to buy at least a t-shirt or two. We left with a couple Ugly Duckling t-shirts.
One Grey…
…And One Blue
Loved it!
And, we love our shirts, too!
The Neon Museum
770 Las Vegas Boulevard North
Las Vegas, NV 89101
702 387 6366
Sin City Frozzen Hot Chocolate
Even for two to share, this is pretty ginormous.
Sin City Frozzen Hot Chocolate
AKA Sin City FroHo
(AKA Frozzen Hot Chocolate Plus Liqueur Of Your Choice)
We chose Amaretto. And, we’re pretty sure they added even more Amaretto into the hot chocolate, too. We left very happy each morning.
Do we feel guilty adding a dessert to breakfast? Nah, we didn’t do it EVERY day of our vacation… only every other day.
Crab Cake Benedict
Each crab cake was loaded with big chunks of gorgeously sweet crab.
The Chocolaccino
What’s a Chocolaccino? Well, you add a small handful of chocolate shards to a mochaccino. And, no, we didn’t count this as breakfast dessert number 2. Though, in retrospect, we probably should have.
Oh well…
Wagyu Benedict
This was someone’s favorite.
Take one poached egg. Toss it in corn meal and deep fried it. Then, place it on top of one beefy rich, delicious burger and add crispy bacon strips. Then, top that with both hollandaise and country gravy. It’s dangerously delicious.
So was this…
The Chocolaccino With Chocolate Coffee Beans
On this day, they added espresso chocolates in the shape of coffee beans to the Chocolaccino. So, yeah, we should probably be counting this as a dessert. More hot chocolate than coffee, but, it was seriously delicious. Loved it! Several espresso chocolates fell to the bottom of the cup. That made for several deep dark hot chocolate sips at the bottom. In a word, those sips were heavenly.
Another day, another Sin City FroHo…
On this day, they blended all of the Amaretto into the hot chocolate. And, they were clearly very generous with it.
Fried Eggs Benedict
Poached eggs, deep fried with a biscuit and country gravy dotted with breakfast sausage pieces.
To say that thee staff at Serendipity’s is friendly would be an extreme understatement. They’re SUPER friendly and incredibly sincere in their desire to make your visit special. And, from our experience, they really went out of their way to remember all of their guests and their needs. (We were probably labeled the “day drinkers”.)
One day, we ordered the s’more hot chocolate. They were out of marshmallows. So, they whipped up a warm marshmallow sauce “fondue” to make up for it. So sweet…
Good food… and a really fun way to start a vacation day.
Before 10am, everything was very quiet.
Sin City Frozen Hot Chocolate
(Psst, it’s hidden in the cocktail menu.)
Brunch Every Morning
We accomplished something in Vegas. We ate every type of Eggs Benedict on the Serendipity Brunch menu. Yay!! What do we win? Oh yeah, a few hundred extra miles on the treadmill.
Drugstore Sundaes
It really was divine.
Serendipity 3
Loved it!
Serendipity 3
(Ceasars Palace)
3570 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
877 346 4642
Right in front of Caesars Palace, just follow the marble (and faux marble) sculpture trail out front.
Deluxe Sora Ramen
Incredibly tender pork and rich miso broth, this was divine.
And…
Screaming For Vengence
We devoured every fiery hot bite. And, Loved It!!
(The chashu was partially hidden at the top of the bowl by the spicy pork. That spicy meat was chock full of red hot pepper slices. Just look at all those red slivers hiding in there.)
Sake & Kirin
Less than a dozen tables, all were full upon our arrival. The smart bet says wait. So, happily, we did. About 15 minutes later, we were ready to order.
Mmhmm, Screaming For Vengence, you’ll want to handle it.
This sugar free green tea helped to fan the flame.
Did we mention that we love Ramen Sora? On our next visit, this will be a mandatory stop.
Ramen Sora, Loved it!!
Ramen Sora
4490 Spring Mountain Road
Las Vegas, NV 89102
702 685 1011
The Showgirl Dog
Relish, Tomatoes, Onion, Sour Cream, Bacon, & Sauerkraut
Yeah, we know… it’s a weird and unique combination.
Surprisingly, this was the best of the Pink’s Hot Dog bunch. (To clarify, we mean out of the hot dogs that we tasted.) We would never guess that you could put sour cream and sauerkraut on the same hot dog. And, magically, that hot dog would somehow be edible.
We threw about half of polish sausages (see below) away. Yet, we were fighting for the last bite of this strange hot dog. We believe the (thankfully) light handed use of the sauerkraut was key to the success of this hot dog. And, it was the only light handed use of any of the Pink’s hot dog toppings.
All of the toppings are used excessively. It’s their thing… their gimmick. But, it’s definitely not our thing. More does not equal better!
The Planet Hollywood Dog
Polish Sausage, Bacon, Nacho Cheese Sauce, Grilled Onions, & Grilled Mushrooms
Not bad, but, we’re not fans of Pink’s Polish Sausage. The flavor was… off. And, the sausage itself was unpleasantly chewy (as if it had been simmering in water for some time… quite some time).
The Vegas Strip Dog
Two dogs, Chili, Nacho Cheese Sauce, Gaucamole, Onions, Mustard & Jalapeños
This one was “ok” as a novelty. But, the bun was very soggy under all of that chili. And, who needs more than one hot dog per bun?
The Spicy Mohave Dog
Polish Sausage, Nacho Cheese, Gaucamole, Tomatoes, & Jalapeños
Eh, another overcooked polish sausage… Two or three bites in, this hit the trash.
The Fries?
They were worse than horrible. What’s a word for that? Let’s go with inedible. Imagine, if you will, the type of crinkle cut fry that comes straight out of a freezer bag. To add insult to injury, these were barely cooked, gritty textured in the center and cold.
Cost per dog? $7 – $9
The above meal was about $43. And, it was easily our least favorite meal in Vegas.
…by far
We’re not fans.
Pink’s Hot Dogs
The Grand Canyon At Sunset
Now, that’s a view.
Priceless and unforgettable, it’s just not possible for a picture to capture the true beauty.
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Earlier in the day…
Max’s Restaurant
Cuisine of the Philippines
Lechon Kawali
Deep Fried Pork Belly With Liver Sauce
Kare-Kare
Beef Shank & Oxtail Stew In Peanut Sauce With Shrimp Paste
Halo-Halo & Buko Pandan (In Back)
Halo-Halo
This classic Filipino dessert tops shaved ice with assorted fruit preserves, flan, two types of beans, condensed milk, young coconut slivers, gelatin, rice flakes, and Ube (purple yam ice cream).
Buko Pandan
Macapuno (coconut) ice cream scoops blend with pandan (screwpine) leaf gelatin, shaved young coconut, tapioca, and cream sauce with sweetened condensed milk.
Loved it!! We could eat this every day.
So much good food in Vegas…
But, we’ll never forget Max’s!
Max’s Restaurant
Cuisine Of The Philippines
1290 East Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, NV 89119
702 433 4554
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Road Trip
In the mood for a flashback in time? Visit the Hoover Dam.
If not, skip it!
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But, DO NOT SKIP Mt Zion:
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Just a short drive away…
Thai Style Noodle House’s Pad Ped Red Snapper
Full of big pieces of deep fried snapper…
And Duck Fried Rice
…with big slices of tender duck
Thai Style Noodle House
3516 Wynn Road
Las Vegas, NV 89103
702 873 8943
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Retro Vegas — One On A Small Strip Of Antique Shops
Five minutes off the strip you could be in any sunny town, USA, if not for all the neon.
Then, back to the surreal…
Complete With Holiday Lights & Tree
Isn’t the entire city one big gift shop and adult playground?
 
Fake Sky
Real Sky, No Color Correction
…just beautiful
We aren’t the only ones here. It only looks that way. Like most things in Las Vegas, this place is huge.
Eggs Benedict With Beef Hash
A nicely cooked egg makes everything look better.
Croque Madame
Chestnut Risotto
Roasted Marrow Bones
Deep roasted, rich and buttery, it was sinful.
Pork Belly With Sweet & Spicy Grilled Peppers
The yellow and orange peppers were sweet. The red peppers were spicy. They were all delicious. And, the cured pork belly was meltingly tender.
Wicked Berry Smoothie
(Today’s flavor: Blueberry, Mint, Mango, & Banana)
In a word, it was divine.
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Sidenote: This is the point in the meal where we should have been rolled out the door. Instead, we wandered around and oogled the food.
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Smoked Salmon with Capers, Egg & Flower Petals
Salad With Quail Egg, Tuna, Peppers, Radish & Tomato
Salad With White Anchovy Fillet
BLT Cone With Pesto & Roasted Tomato Jam
Crispy Pork Belly
Spice Rubbed Brisket
House Cured Pork Belly Slabs
House Made Sausage
Roasted Sweet & Spicy Peppers
Fresh Orange, Honey, Mint, Pistachio, and Chocolate Slivers
Goat Cheese Mousse With Wine Soaked Pears & Candy Brittle
Greek Yogurt With Granola & Berries
Apple Donuts
Assorted Cookies
Cherry Tarts
Nutella Tart
Pear Custard Tartlets
Chocolate Tart With Raspberry Gelee
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Then, it happened. We spotted the gelatos & sorbets.
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The nice man behind the counter will tempt you with a taste.
“Have a little taste.”
Strawberry Gelato With Greek Yogurt & A Balsamic Reduction
As you can imagine, it was rich, creamy and delicious with an absolutely perfect pop of delicate acid. We loved it.
And, the next thing we know…
We’re sent off with one tray full of “tastes”
Wild Berry In Front, Orange Blossom In Back
We instantly fell in love with both of these.
Berry Sorbet Perfection!
And…
Freshly Made Doughnut Filled With Chocolate Hazelnut Cream
When we say freshly made, we mean it was still warm.
Warm Chocolate Hazelnut Cream = Heaven On A Plate
Wicked Spoon
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The Other Buffet Worth Visting In Las Vegas:
Bacchanal
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Have you just consumed an insane number of calories?
Go immediately to Red Rock. Do not take a nap.
The View From The Visitor’s Center
“Hey, look at that. Those little dots are rock climbers.”
It’s like another world.
Las Vegas
Where the ridiculous meets the sublime…
It all started one day with a simple little lunch with Anthony.
No, ok, seriously…
We were lucky enough to have crystal clear skies all the way from Atlanta to Vegas.
Now, this is a view…
The colors were vivid in some places. In others, it was a watercolor postcard.
The time flew by quickly with views that went on for miles and miles.
Pictures simply can’t grasp this scale of beauty.
Every little glimpse into the canyon brings something new.
If only every flight offered these views…
Between the two of us, we’ve been on more than a few flights. (And for one of us, more than a few flights to Vegas alone) But, these views were unforgettable.
Tip # 1 When Traveling To Vegas:
Don’t forget your sunglasses. The sun was brutal. And, this was November.
Love crepes? There’s a version…
…or two to be had here.
Paris (La Creperie), Bellagio (Jean Philippe Chocolates and Pastries) , Crepe Expecations or Crepe Shack & Waffles
Looking for a hotel? The Cosmopolitan
It’s gorgeous.
And, it’s quirky. But, quirky in the best possible way, this vintage cigarette machine is filled with art.
Each piece? $5
The cherry on top? The Wicked Spoon!
Yep, it’s a buffet. And, the lines can be long.
(Though, they weren’t on this bright and early morning.)
The best part?
Most items are dished up on little plates ready to go.
To Be Continued…
In-N-Out Burger — The Double-Double
Aren’t they just demanding to be eaten?
And, the fries? They simply can’t be ignored. As a matter of fact, they deserve almost equal attention. They’re delicious.
(Psst… Be sure to ask for the fries “well done”. That makes their already top notch French fry even more extra crispy and dangerously craveable.)
If it’s possible to have a favorite fast food burger, In N Out Burger is ours.
…by far
These are seriously noteworthy burgers and fries not only for their taste, but, also for their cost. Each Double-Double is just $3.35 each. And, the fries are $1.60. That’s incredibly good for a meal that we really want to eat. We didn’t “settle” for this meal. We actively searched for In-N-Out Burgers… more than once. We admit this fact freely and downright proudly.
In N Out Burger… LOVE IT!!
In-N-Out Burger
2900 W Sahara Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
800 786 1000
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In-N-Out Burger
4888 Dean Martin Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89103
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