A Fine, Dining Delight

Since its opening in 2012, Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace has received accolades and acclaim. The showcase sections usually have some type of meaty centerpiece. The taco station features freshly made carne asada, chicken and al pastor pork street-style tacos. The Italian area has meatballs, pizzas, and rotating pastas.

Then there’s the famous crab selection, a favorite of Bacchanal enthusiasts. At the Italian station, they serve made-to-order steamed crab. Meanwhile, the impressive seafood section has multiple cold crustaceans including snow and Alaskan king crab legs and the juicy meat of Jonah crab claws.

Not surprisingly, there is usually a line at the American station, which features freshly carved meats often cooked low and slow with the assistance of apple and peach wood. American wagyu beef, slab bacon, tri-tip and beef brisket all stand in a row with a chef ready to carve to every carnivore’s whim and fancy.

While the big-ticket items are eye-catchers, one should not overlook the small plates dispersed throughout the stations. Dishes like individual shepherd’s pies, elk sliders, chicken tamales done Christmas-style with red and green sauce and an assortment of Chinese dumplings are subtle treasures that await the observant eater. And each of the nine major stations offers at least one vegan dish.

A quick tip: Check out the dessert island before chowing down on anything, so the appropriate amount of belly room can be saved for sweets. Freshly made crepes with berry compote and Nutella are a great way to end a meal. The gelato bar features many flavors and a mix of, say, chocolate and blackberry truly hits the spot. For those who don’t like gelato, other decadent options await—coconut macaroons, mango tapioca cups, individual key lime pies, mini pecan pies and strawberry mochis. –Jason Harris

Morning fare 7:30-11 a.m. Mon.-Fri. ($39.99), 7:30-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. ($54.99), brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. ($44.99), 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. ($59.99), dinner 3-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. ($54.99), 3-10 p.m. Fri.-Sun. ($64.99), menu subject to change. 702.731.7928

The Way to Relax

Indulge in the new Voie Spa & Salon at Paris, a 25,000-square-foot facility of decadence that journeys through the various regions of France in not only the décor but in the treatments, too. (For example, to detoxify the body they utilize the Parisian practices of dry brushing and bathing) Also enjoy aroma steam rooms, whirlpools, saunas, couple’s suites and sound therapy tables. –Kiko Miyasato

Paris, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. 702.946.4366

Wine Time

It’s Vino Day at Eataly Las Vegas on Aug. 30, and there’s a whole bunch of goodness going on. Enjoy 40 percent off any six-pack of wine from the retail shop—mix and match bottles if you want, from any price point, too. There are also complimentary wine tastings, a free chef’s table wine class and discounted wine lists at various eateries in the market. Go crazy for vino from 10 a.m. to close. –KM

Park MGM, 702.730.7617

Ladies Night

Magic Mike Live brings to life the sizzling Channing Tatum movie franchise. Get ready when 13 sexy men take the stage and descend into the crowd as the fictional Club Domina is brought to life. Choreographed dance routines will hit all the right notes, and with hottie Tatum behind the creation of the show, you’re bound to be aroused. –KM

Hard Rock Hotel, 7:30 & 10 p.m. Wed.-Sun., starting at $49 plus tax and fee, 18+. 800.745.3000