Explored by Joe
>Las Vegas: M&M World
So much more than candy! That is what the sign says and boy are they right. I reviewed this store in one of my 1st blogs ((2000 M&M), before I knew I was blogging, and have probably been to this “mecca” about 25 times. I can always count on the good old standards and the […]
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>Las Vegas: Teuscher at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort
At the risk of being redundant, which I know I am, I have to say again, I LOVE the Teuscher Champagne Truffle! This scrumptious delectable was certainly the first Chocolate item that I ever wrote about and the Houston Galleria Teuscher store was the first “job” I can clearly remember. Another remembrance: My mother […]
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>Las Vegas: Jean Philippe Patisserie at the Aria
>Take the Bellagio location and blow it out…. Chef Jean Philippe Maury has created an architectural marvel with his cafe and shop in the new and magnificent Aria Hotel and Casino. I wasn’t able to eat at the cafe but I will definitely be back to try the fare on my next trip to Vegas. […]
Continue Reading>Las Vegas: Jean Philippe Patisserie at the Bellagio
>With renewed vigor from my Ah-Ha moment, I ran to the Bellagio to see the world’s largest chocolate fountain. Certified by the Guiness Book of World Records, this incredible glass fountain flows white, milk and dark chocolate, each with a very special river path, including chocolate falls, from the ceiling to the floor. First Video […]
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>Las Vegas: Serendipity3 – my “AH-HA” moment
>OK, it must be the irony of it all. Here I am- walking the Las Vegas strip- thinking or talking with myself, saying: “what are you doing, Joe?”, “are you really out here chronicling all of the great chocolate spots on Vegas Strip?”, “are you really going to do this chocolate thing, for real?”, “can […]
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>Las Vegas: Payard at Caesars Palace
Chef Francois Payard and Caesars Palace have teamed to provide a beautiful Patisserie & Bistro at the Casino/Hotel (not in Forum Shops). Payard, known for fantastic chocolates and pastries, has delivered a “multi-layered experience” that includes a chocolate store, full dining restaurant and a delicious french pastry shop cafe, open for all of the meals […]
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>Las Vegas: Max Brenner – The Greatest!
Max Brenner…Max Brenner…Max Brenner…. There’s no place like home, There’s no place like home,There’s no place like home!! I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT!!! It is exactly what I have always wanted to find/create in a dessertrestaurant. (I even wrote my seniorcollege finance thesis on opening a dessert restaurant and here itis!). Where do I begin? Let’s start […]
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>Las Vegas: Vosges at the Forum Shops
A hop skip and a jump away and across Las Vegas Blvd is the entrance to the Forum Shops and just inside this entrance is Vosges Haut Chocolates. This Vegas branch of the Chicago chocolatier offers all the treats that Chicago and NY offer including some of the newest delights. I really enjoy their Bars. […]
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